Alumni

The features and profiles in this section are a compilation of new and archived stories that showcase the students, faculty, staff, alumni, research, events and other promotional highlights of the University of Idaho. Check back regularly for updates.

Alumnus Is the Head of the U.S. Marines Corps
He graduated as a member of the class of 1970. At that time he was known as simply Jim Amos, a member of the campus ROTC. Now, 40 years later, General Amos is a potential front runner for Commander of the United States Marine Corps.
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Writing the Next Chapter
Solid Foundation Prepares Student for Doctoral Step
Jorge Tapia-Ortiz | McNair Research Program | University of Idaho Landscape and Exterior Services
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Bringing the World to Moscow
Global Citizen Student Chooses Idaho
Michael Zhao and the Integrated Business Curriculum
Michael Zhao

Self-Fulfilling Prophecy
Landscape Architecture Graduate Comes Full Circle
Featuring Karen Oleson
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Finding the Right Place at the Right Time Gives Vandal the Right Education
Helping Others on Her Way to Graduation: Idaho Falls Student Gives Back
Featuring Raquel Oliva
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Enjoying the Ride
Travel Breathes Life Into Dissertation
Doctorate in adult/organizational learning and leadership
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Changing the World One Shoe at a Time
Fashion student wishes to clothe the world in love and service
Kat Swick is making a difference through service
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Honoring the Past, Building the Future
A student-led effort to honor 20 Idaho veterans
Featuring Olivia Chinchinian, History Major
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Emma ’68 and Clen ’66 Atchley
Gift of Grain
Example of Out-Of-The-Box Donation
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Frank ’54 and Harriet ’54 Shrontz
Boise Third-Year Law Program Nears Reality
Pledge of $300,000 gift to advance the college’s success and reputation as it enters its second century of service to Idaho.
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Jerry and Carol Ann ’60 Lange
The New Haddock Performance Hall
A Timeless Stage for Performance and Learning
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Balancing Academics, Social Life and Service for a Well-Rounded Future
Featuring Senior Mary Hourihan
College of Business and Economics Graue Scholar
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Graduate Feature
Alicia Schwartz Chooses Wisely
Seven-Time Dean's List and Honors Program participant
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Ray Stark '75
Our Legacy of Leading ...
and Giving
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Former Vandals’ star learns the ropes with the Redskins
NFL Rookie Eddie Williams
» By David Driver

Idaho Actors Shine at Ashland
Oregon Shakespeare Festival
An alumni profile
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President Ming-Jen Lee ‘75
Recipient: Silver and Gold Award
» Alumni feature

Vandal Alumnus Awarded for Soaring Spirit
After nearly a decade of hard work, the B-2 Spirit stealth bomber was in the air, and Al Myers ’69, ’71 played a major role getting it there.
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Opportunity Meets Fortitude
The Out-of-Classroom Experiences of Kirstin Eidenbach
College of Law
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A Service Ethic Shaped by Hurricane
2009 Law Graduate Jordan Taylor
Providing free legal aid to victims of hurricane Katrina
» Featured graduate

An Accelerated Life
Three years, two degrees and one outstanding legacy
Featuring Alumnus Liam Dorney
» B.S. and M.S., Geology

Lives of Exemplary Service
and Louise McClure in Public Service to Idaho and the Nation
Senator McClure - recipient of the 2009 Legacy of Leading Award
Senator James McClure

All Dressed Up and Ready to Learn
March is Women’s History Month, a perfect excuse to celebrate the lives of sisters, friends, wives and mothers, and the students who used to be called “co-eds.”
» Marie Whitesel

Finding Home
Alumni Recognized for Humanitarian Service
Rabiou Manzo '03
Rabiou Manzo

Vandals Illuminate "Ultra Capacity" for Innovation
Alumni develop the technology for the "Light for Life" flashlight
Four Alumni begin "Ivus Energy Innovations"
» New invention slated for launch to more than 400 distributors nationwide in February 2009

A Passion to Serve
Building a Climate of Respect in African Communities
» Benjamin Nieuwsma, Alumnus

Jeff and Kristine Stoddard
Leadership That Invests in the Future
Plan ahead, aim high and invest in a solid foundation
» Meet the Stoddards

Being a Vandal is a Family Tradition
48th Newhouse family member graduates
Newhouse family knows what it means to build a true legacy
» Meet the Newhouse Clan

Rolling Vandal Pride
Riding Highway 95 in the I-Bus
Nick ('02) and Jenny ('03) Epler Give Back to Idaho in their Own Way
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Idaho Gold
Kristin Armstrong Claims Olympic Gold Medal in Cycling
University of Idaho graduate Kristin Armstrong became the second American woman cyclist to claim an Olympic gold medal in Beijing
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Awards in the Arts…
An Alumna’s Own Cinderella Story
A University of Idaho Alumna showcases her first museum solo.
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Alaska’s Youngest Governor
School of Journalism and Mass Media
Sarah Palin becomes the youngest Governor of Alaska and a Vice-Presidential candidate
» Sarah Palin

Helping Inca descendants market specialty potatoes
One alum is helping descendants of Andean Incas market specialty potatoes.
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Idaho Engineers Gain Worldwide Attention For Sky-high Expectations
Idaho alumni help engineer the Grand Canyon Skywalk.
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The Shook Twins Celebrate Success
Katelyn and Laurie Shook set their sights on a career in the music industry.
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A Little Goes a Long Way
Mark Little gets into the world of international freight shipping.
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Operation Education's First Alumnus
A pioneering, one-of-a-kind scholarship at the University of Idaho has helped disabled veteran Tom Prewitt redefine his opportunities.
» Tom Prewitt