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As Idaho’s tech industry expands, the demand for mechatronics technicians is rising. CWI’s latest recruitment campaign, “What is Mechatronics†aims to define mechatronics with...
Read more about CWI Launches Campaign to Train Students for High-Tech CareersJim Reames has been named as the new Chair of the Âé¶¹´«Ã½ (CWI) Board of Trustees.
Read more about Âé¶¹´«Ã½ Board of Trustees Names Reames as New Board ChairÂé¶¹´«Ã½ (CWI) is proud to announce it has received approval from the U.S. Department of Education to offer a Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degree in Business Administration,...
Read more about Âé¶¹´«Ã½ Receives Final Approval to Launch New Bachelor of Applied Science, Business Administration DegreePurchase your regalia at the CWI Bookstore beginning the last week of March.Â
Read more about Countdown to Commencement: Get Your RegaliaThe Pathways Program at Âé¶¹´«Ã½ offers two internships with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
Read more about Pathways Program Offering Internships for Biology StudentsAs part of the CapEd Student Success Center construction, the Nampa Campus Academic Building (NCAB) parking lot road (formerly Opportunity Drive), will be closed and traffic will be detoured.
Read more about CWI Alert - Nampa Campus Academic Building Road DetourCWI partners with GuardRailz AI to enhance learning with AI-powered tools and education.
Read more about Âé¶¹´«Ã½ Partners with GuardRailz AI to Enhance Student LearningÂé¶¹´«Ã½Â is revolutionizing the way students explore educational opportunities with the launch of a new program search tool on cwi.edu.
Read more about Explore Your Options Like Never Before with CWI’s New Program SearchCalling all creatives! The 2025 Connections Project Logo Contest is now live and accepting submissions through Friday, Nov. 22.
Read more about 2025 Connections Project Logo Contest Now OpenJoin the Entrepreneur Lab’s “Idea, Set, Go†cohort, starting Oct. 8 and gain the tools and insights needed to launch your business.
Read more about Unlock Your Business Potential with the Entrepreneur Lab's Idea, Set, Go Cohort!Join Âé¶¹´«Ã½ on Tuesday, Sept. 17, for a day of fun and learning as we celebrate the signing of the United States Constitution!
Read more about Constitution Day is Almost HereThe Emergency Handbook has been updated to a new version called the “Emergency Guidebook.â€ue
Read more about Emergency Handbook UpdateThe Âé¶¹´«Ã½ community came together on May 2 to celebrate the outstanding achievements of student leaders at the annual Student Leadership Awards Banquet at JUMP in Boise.
Read more about Celebrating Excellence: Student Leadership Award Winners AnnouncedJose Martinez, a second-year student in Âé¶¹´«Ã½â€™s Automotive Technology program, turned his lifelong passion for cars into a promising career path.
Read more about Jose Martinez Finds His Future in Automotive TechnologyKathleen Burns-Wick transformed her career path by pursuing Mechatronics at Âé¶¹´«Ã½, trading art and optics for automation and innovation. Now preparing to graduate, she’s...
Read more about Rewiring Her Future: Kathleen Burns-Wick’s Mechatronics JourneyÂé¶¹´«Ã½ (CWI) students earned 14 medals at the 2025 SkillsUSA Idaho State Leadership and Skills Conference, including 12 golds, securing spots at the national competition in Atlanta...
Read more about Hard Work Pays Off for CWI Students at SkillsUSAAndy Del Toro Obeso, a Political Science student at Âé¶¹´«Ã½, is a 2025 Coca-Cola Academic Team Bronze Scholar, driven by his passion for creating meaningful societal change
Read more about Andy Del Toro Obeso’s Mission to Build a Better WorldThe Associated Students of Âé¶¹´«Ã½Â (ASCWI) is proud to announce results of the 2025-2026 election.
Read more about 2025 ASCWI Election ResultsÂé¶¹´«Ã½â€™s Surgical First Assisting program hosted its annual two-week surgical lab in March, giving students hands-on experience to sharpen critical skills in a simulated...
Read more about CWI Surgical Assisting Students Hone Skills During Annual Lab ImmersionKimi Jenkins, a graduate of Âé¶¹´«Ã½â€™s Registered Nursing program, turned a lifelong dream into reality after years of working in insurance and raising her son. Inspired by...
Read more about From Aspiration to ICU: Kimi Jenkins’ Journey to NursingÂé¶¹´«Ã½â€™s Beta Sigma Pi Honor Society continues to grow new leaders around campus as they inducted new members.
Read more about PTK Honor Society Welcomes New InducteesÂé¶¹´«Ã½'s chapter of Business Professionals of America competed and won in March's state leadership conference.
Read more about Business and Information Technology Skills for the WinMegan Smith is the winner of the 2025 Connections Project Logo contest.Â
Read more about Smith Wins 2025 Connections Project Logo ContestÂé¶¹´«Ã½ Business program student, Seth Hoover, took personal challenges as an opportunity to weave a unique product idea.
Read more about Comfort for Chemo: Student Entrepreneurs Innovate for Cancer TreatmentAs we inch closer to the end of the Spring 2025 semester and final exams, Âé¶¹´«Ã½Â is here to support you!Â
Read more about Finish Out Spring 2025 with Crunch WeekThe Âé¶¹´«Ã½ Entrepreneur Lab hosted the Spring Showcase and Competition during the 2025 Connections Project on April 24, with winners taking home prizes up to $1000.
Read more about Innovation at the Entrepreneur Lab Spring ShowcaseStudents from CWI’s News Writing and Reporting class visited Boise’s KTVB recently to explore the roles available in journalism and explore what life is like inside a working newsroom.
Read more about CWI Students Tour Local News Station, Explore Journalism CareersÂé¶¹´«Ã½ celebrated the topping-off of the CapEd Student Success Center, marking the completion of the building’s steel framework. The new facility will centralize student...
Read more about Final Beam Raised for CWI’s New Student Success CenterThe Âé¶¹´«Ã½ (CWI) celebrated its 10th annual Connections Project on April 24, showcasing student achievements across academics, art, and research. Students were recognized with...
Read more about 10 Years of Connections at CWIJoin the Gaming Club at CWI for an esports evening of competition on Saturday, May 3.
Read more about CWI’s Big Gaming BattleÂé¶¹´«Ã½'s (CWI) Associated Students of Âé¶¹´«Ã½ (ASCWI) is accepting applications for the student government for the 2025 – 2026 academic year.
Read more about Apply for Available 2025-2026 ASCWI PositionsÂé¶¹´«Ã½ (CWI) is hosting Admission Express on April 22 at the Nampa Campus Micron Education Center (NMEC) — an event to help answer questions and start new students off on the...
Read more about Apply to CWI and More at Admission ExpressCelebrate the artistic and academic achievements of Âé¶¹´«Ã½â€™s 2025 Studio Art graduates at the exhibit, Converging Connections, through May 12.
Read more about Converging Connections: 2025 CWI Capstone Artist ExhibitionÂé¶¹´«Ã½'s (CWI) Visiting Artist Series welcomes Joseph Haskin to CWI's Nampa Campus Academic Building for an artist lecture...
Read more about Visiting Artist Series Welcomes Joseph HaskinTake a break during the busy semester to enjoy free food, play games, and soak up the sunshine to celebrate spring.Â
Read more about Picnic Palooza Hosted by ASCWIÂé¶¹´«Ã½ is preparing to open its new Health and Science Building and Agricultural Sciences Complex this fall, uniting several programs under one roof to create modern, accessible,...
Read more about CWI'S New Nampa Facilities Near CompletionMembers of Âé¶¹´«Ã½'s Beta Sigma Pi chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) conducted a pre-Earth Day cleanup event at Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge on Saturday, April 19.
Read more about Honors Students Volunteer at Deer Flat National Wildlife RefugeÂé¶¹´«Ã½ celebrated 15 years of its Information Technology programs with a showcase event highlighting student success, industry partnerships, and the future of tech education.Â
Read more about Nearing 1,000 Program Graduates, CWI Celebrates 15 Years of Innovation in ITStudents, volunteers, and community members gathered at CWI’s new arboretum to plant 40 trees in celebration of Arbor Day, helping grow Nampa’s first true arboretum and supporting hands-...
Read more about CWI and Community Unite to Plant 40 Trees for Arbor Day at New ArboretumÂé¶¹´«Ã½ has approved a public-private partnership with Ahlquist Development to build a new Boise campus, creating a centralized, mixed-use space focused on student success and...
Read more about CWI Board Greenlights Public-Private Partnership for New Boise CampusFrom QuickBooks to coffee, Âé¶¹´«Ã½â€™s Entrepreneur Lab has packed April with exciting events.
Read more about Upcoming Events at the Entrepreneur Lab: April 2025Âé¶¹´«Ã½ partnered with industry leaders to bring “Build Up Idaho†to Melba schools, giving students hands-on experience and insight into construction and trade careers....
Read more about Building Up Skills and Career Dreams for IdahoÂé¶¹´«Ã½ faculty from the Studio Arts program will have their work featured in installations throughout the 2025 Treefort Music Fest, taking place across downtown Boise, ID March 26...
Read more about CWI Studio Arts Students and Faculty Featured at Treefort 2025CWI students, faculty, staff, and alumni enjoyed the final CWI Night of the 2024-2025 seasonCWI Foundation
Read more about Big Wins for CWI, Scholarships, and the Idaho Steelheads in Final Game of CWI NightsÂé¶¹´«Ã½ is ready for a Steelheads hockey season full of fun and CWI school spirit! Don't miss this game against the Allen Americans!
Read more about CWI Night at the Idaho Steelheads – March 19Âé¶¹´«Ã½ is ready for a Steelheads hockey season full of fun and CWI school spirit! Don't miss this game against the Florida Everblades!
Read more about CWI Night at the Idaho Steelheads – Jan. 8Âé¶¹´«Ã½ is ready for a Steelheads hockey season full of fun and CWI school spirit! Don't miss this game against the Tulsa Oilers!
Read more about CWI Night at the Idaho Steelheads – Dec. 11The Fire Service Technology students will benefit from a $75k grant, awarded to Âé¶¹´«Ã½ by Metallica’s foundation, All Within My Hands.
Read more about Rock On! Metallica Scholars Initiative Awards $75k Grant to CWIThe third annual Âé¶¹´«Ã½ Giving Day raised $43,093 to support students and future opportunities.Â
Read more about CWI Giving Day Raises Over $43,000 to Support StudentsÂé¶¹´«Ã½â€™s third annual Giving Day on April 10 unites the community to support scholarships and programs that empower over 30,000 students.
Read more about Giving Day is April 10 – Join Us to Power Student PotentialAli Chick is turning personal challenges into opportunity as she pursues her dream of owning a rural business through CWI’s Agriculture program, supported by scholarships and a strong campus...
Read more about Sowing Strength: Ali Chick’s Dream of Life on the LandThe Nagel Foundation scholarship empowers second-year career and technical education students to complete their education.
Read more about 7 Years: Nagel Foundation Continues Support for CWI StudentsCWI launches the public phase of its Powering the Treasure Valley campaign, seeking community support to fund scholarships, programs, and workforce development.
Read more about CWI Launches Public Phase of $138 Million Powering the Treasure Valley CampaignThe CWI community gathered at the College’s Nampa Campus Tuesday, Feb. 11, to celebrate groundbreaking of the new CapEd Student Success Center.
Read more about CWI Breaks Ground on CapEd Student Success CenterA $1.5 million grant has been delivered by Delta Dental of Idaho to support Âé¶¹´«Ã½â€™s new Health and Science Building.
Read more about Delta Dental of Idaho Invests in Idaho's Future Oral Health Workforce with Major DonationThe Heavy-Duty Truck Technician program welcomed a new 2018 Freightliner Cascadia semi-truck, donated by the Daimler Corporation.
Read more about Newly Donated Semi-Truck Levels Up the Heavy-Duty Truck Technician ProgramThe CWI Foundation's 11th annual Opening Doors Benefit Event was a fantastic night filled with community support and fun.
Read more about Opening Doors Raises $316K for Student ScholarshipsCheck out the online auction and bid during CWI Foundation’s Opening Doors Benefit, kicking off Sept. 1!
Read more about Support First-Generation Students at CWI’s Open Doors Benefit EventCWI received a $100,000 gift from the Teens 2 Trades program to fund scholarships for plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and welding students.
Read more about Trading Up: Scholarships at CWI Receive a $100,000 Boost from Teens 2 TradesAfter a $224,000 donation on April 8, The Nagel Foundation has now invested over $1M to support successful student outcomes at CWI.
Read more about Nagel Foundation Scholarship Fund Tops $1M in Donations After 6 Years Supporting CWI StudentsReagan Heffelfinger’s journey to becoming a machinist at Âé¶¹´«Ã½ was shaped by resilience, overcoming health challenges and career detours to discover her passion for machining...
Read more about Shaping Metal, Defying Odds: A CWI Graduate’s Path to SuccessÂé¶¹´«Ã½ Business alumni, Annika Kempnich and Maranda Barnhart, were recently awarded top honors from Boise State University’s College of Business and Economics.
Read more about CWI Business Alums Earn Top HonorsSpeak Up Ink Up is a community event that raises money for CASA and provides a voice for children in the foster system.
Read more about CWI Alumnus Continues to Foster Change Around CommunityÂé¶¹´«Ã½ Drafting Technology program graduate, Chris Sinsel, is making a name for himself in the landscaping technology world.
Read more about Accomplishing a Lifelong Dream Thanks to CWISpeak Up! Ink Up!, a charity event hosted by 2022 Âé¶¹´«Ã½ graduate, Craig Petersen, raises nearly $11,500 for Idaho foster children.
Read more about Fostering ChangeMeet Andy Sifford, a student in his third year of Âé¶¹´«Ã½â€™s Plumbing Apprenticeship Program.
Read more about Life-Changing Career ChoiceCWI alumna, Jordie Ferro, receives internship in Las Vegas.
Read more about All-star Alumni—Jordie FerroKate Orduño, Support Faculty in the Math Solutions Center at the Âé¶¹´«Ã½, has been recognized as the Faculty of Distinction for March 2025....
Read more about Kate Orduño is the March 2025 Faculty of DistinctionÂé¶¹´«Ã½ (CWI) is celebrating National Testing Professionals Week, May 5–9, by recognizing the vital role Testing Services staff play in student and community success. As an...
Read more about Celebrating National Testing Professionals Week at Âé¶¹´«Ã½Faculty at Âé¶¹´«Ã½ (CWI) hosted their annual Professional Development Day at the Nampa Civic Center.
Read more about CWI Faculty Explored AI in Higher Education at 2025 Professional Development DayLynne Tucker, an Assistant Professor of English at the Âé¶¹´«Ã½, has been honored as the Faculty of Distinction for January 2025.
Read more about Faculty of Distinction for January 2025 is Lynne TuckerMindy Young, a Professor in the Computer Science and Information Technology Department, has been honored as Faculty of Distinction for December 2024 at Âé¶¹´«Ã½.
Read more about Young Named Faculty of Distinction for December 2024Jody Hoff, an Economics Instructor in the Business department, has been honored as Faculty of Distinction for March 2024 at Âé¶¹´«Ã½.
Read more about Hoff Named Faculty of Distinction for March 2024Alex Pless, the Anatomy and Physiology Tutor Specialist in the Learning Commons, has been recognized as Staff of the Month for November 2024.
Read more about Pless Named November 2024 Staff of the MonthSara Avila, the Benefits Administrator in the Human Resources department, has been named the Staff of the Month for October 2024.
Read more about Staff of the Month for October 2024 is Sara AvilaRick Del Vecchio, an Assistant Professor in the Computer Science and Information Technology Department at the Âé¶¹´«Ã½, has been named Faculty of Distinction for November 2024.
Read more about Faculty of Distinction for November 2024 is Rick Del VecchioRay Coon, the Plumbing Program Coordinator in Workforce Development at Âé¶¹´«Ã½, has been named the Staff of the Month for September 2024.
Read more about Ray Coon Named Staff of the Month for September 2024Diane Bartlett, an Adjunct Professor in the Social Sciences Department at the Âé¶¹´«Ã½, has been named Faculty of Distinction for October 2024.
Read more about Bartlett Named Faculty of Distinction for October 2024Mike Fisher, a dedicated faculty member in the Physical Sciences department, has been recognized as Faculty of Distinction for September 2024.
Read more about Fisher Selected as September 2024 Faculty of Distinction*Required Fields