Grace Nixon English Institute

In summer of 2010, the English Department at the University of Idaho will offer stipends to cover fees for up to eighteen teachers of secondary English language arts to attend our four-week institute. We are pleased and proud to offer these summer courses for teachers.

Of the various programs funded by Grace Nixon's bequest, the Nixon English Institute is probably the most successful in accomplishing the endowment’s goal: to enhance the teaching of English in Idaho schools. Teachers may enroll in one or two of the three courses to be determined at a later date. Last year's stipends were $801 for one course or $1602 for two courses.  Final amounts for 2010 stipend are not finalized at this time.

In addition, The Grace Nixon English Institute provides funds for up to ten teachers to reside in individual single rooms at the a nearby hotel. Stipends will be awarded on a first come, first-served basis, so best to apply early.

Application forms are due February 1. (Applications forms are currently being updated and will be available at this site soon.) 


For information about the 2010 Institute, contact Gary Williams (jgw@uidaho.edu ) or call 208-885-6156.