News Releases
What is a Flagship University?Posted: Tuesday, February 21 2012
Historically, the University of Idaho has been designated as Idaho's flagship University. This distinction, which is given to other universities nationwide that meet the established criteria, carries with it unique responsibilities. This news release provides context to the "Flagship" distinction, and examines the University of Idaho's role in the state.
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Idaho's College of Law Marks Commencement, Achievements of 84 GraduatesPosted: Thursday, May 6 2010
Written by Tania Thompson
MOSCOW, Idaho – Nancy Morris, the nation's first woman secretary of the Securities and Exchange Commission, will give the commencement address for the University of Idaho's College of Law commencement.
The College of Law, the university's only Advanced Professional degree program, will hold its graduation and celebration on Saturday, May 15, beginning at 3 p.m., in the...
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Law | Juris Doctor | News Release

University of Idaho Advising, Teaching, Collaborative, Outreach and Creative Activity Achievements ShinePosted: Wednesday, April 21 2010
Written by Amanda Cairo
MOSCOW, Idaho – Excellence is its own reward, but as many University of Idaho faculty found out, a ceremony and an award can make the reward a little bit sweeter. The university's annual Excellence Awards banquet honored 16 faculty and graduate students at an on-campus ceremony for outstanding achievements in teaching, research, outreach and advising. New this year to the ...
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Letters, Arts & Social Sciences | Natural Resources | Science | Law | Engineering | Art & Architecture | Education | College of Graduate Studies | News Release

U-Idaho Sustainability Center Joins Forces With Office of Community PartnershipsPosted: Monday, March 26 2012
MOSCOW, Idaho - This year has been busy for both the University of
Idaho Sustainability Center and the Office of Community Partnerships
(OCP). Provost and executive vice president Doug Baker approved the
merger of the two organizations. Under OCP’s umbrella, the
Sustainability Center will maintain its identity, student
leadership-orientation and its wide range of student activities.
The Sustainab...
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Legislative Update: Higher Education Takes SpotlightPosted: Monday, March 5 2012
By Joe Stegner
Special Assistant to the President for State Governmental Relations
It has been a very productive week at the Idaho legislature and a great week for higher education in our state. The budget bill for colleges and universities was passed by the Joint Finance and Appropriates Committee, and is now headed to the Senate and House floors for approval. Nearly all Gov. Butch Otter’s budg...
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Alpine Ski Team Wins at RegionalsPosted: Wednesday, February 29 2012
MOSCOW, Idaho -- The University of Idaho Men’s Alpine Team and one member of the Women’s Alpine Team qualified for national collegiate finals at the US Collegiate Ski and Snowboard Association Western Region Championship Feb. 23-25 in Steamboat Springs, Colo.
Brothers Erik and Drew Anderson of Sandpoint, Idaho, Nick Howell of Pocatello, Idaho, Jeff Jacka of Federal Way, Wash. and Travis Soderquis...
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Football Legend Jerry Kramer To Lead 2012 U-Idaho Homecoming ParadePosted: Friday, August 3 2012
MOSCOW, Idaho – University of Idaho legend, Sandpoint native and Lombardi-era Green Bay Packer star Jerry Kramer will lead the University of Idaho’s 103rd annual homecoming parade as Grand Marshal on Saturday, Oct. 6.
At 10 a.m., Kramer will guide the parade through downtown Moscow in preparation for the Vandals’ homecoming contest against the New Mexico State University Aggies. Kickof...
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News Release | Homecoming

U-Idaho Web Renovation Debuts FridayPosted: Tuesday, February 7 2012
MOSCOW, Idaho – Visitors who click into www.uidaho.edu Feb. 10 will discover a renovated site with a new look and improved features such as streamlined functions, better search capabilities, and clearer directions.
The improvements to the site are designed to make access easier for users. New features include the ability to select favorite or commonly used parts of the web and bookmark them. U...
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University of Idaho Events for Oct. 17- 23Posted: Friday, October 14 2011
MOSCOW, Idaho- The following is a list of University of Idaho sponsored events for the week of Oct. 17- 23. Events will take place in Moscow, and are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted.
Monday, Oct. 17
"Mad Men" Mondays
12:30-2 p.m.
Memorial Gym, Women’s Center Lounge, Room 109
1001 University Ave. in Moscow
Join the Women's Center in watching the award-winning TV series "Mad Men...
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U-Idaho Arboretum Joins Select Few in Accredited RanksPosted: Tuesday, May 15 2012
MOSCOW, Idaho – The 63-acre University of Idaho Arboretum and Botanical Garden was recognized this week as one of only a handful of arboreta that has been accredited by the Morton Register of Arboreta.
The U-Idaho Arboretum received a Level III accreditation, on a four tier scale, that recognizes an arboretum with more than 500 varieties of trees and woody plants, a dedicated curator, professional...
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Natural Resources | News Release | Arboretum

Legislative Update: Session Continues With Rangeland, Gift, Budget IssuesPosted: Monday, March 26 2012
By Joe Stegner, Special Assistant to the President for State Governmental Relations
BOISE, Idaho — Lawmakers had hoped to end the sessions and head home by last weekend, but the past week kept them very busy and the session will continue into this week for at least another few days.
The University of Idaho had interest in several bills before legislators this past week.
The bill called the Rang...
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Legislative Update: Land Board Bill, IGEM and Going Home Tax Bill in DiscussionPosted: Monday, March 19 2012
By Joe Stegner
Special Assistant to the President for State Governmental Relations
House bill 495, also known as the “Land Board Bill,” is legislation designed to restrict the authority and investment options of the Land Board. In general, the bill limits the ability of the Land Board to invest in and operate a commercial business. The University has a concern that this bill violates the constitu...
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University of Idaho Events for Dec. 7-13Posted: Saturday, December 5 2009
Written by Candace Lowe
MOSCOW, Idaho – The following is a list of University of Idaho sponsored events for the week of Dec. 7-13. Events will take place in Moscow, and are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted.
Monday, Dec.7
Vandal Booster Luncheon
11:45 a.m.
University Inn Best Western
1516 W. Pullman Rd. in Moscow
Join the Latah County Vandal Boosters at their weekly luncheon; ...
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Winter Commencement Set for Dec. 12Posted: Thursday, November 19 2009
Written by Becca Johnson
MOSCOW, Idaho – This December, some 700 students are eligible for graduation from the University of Idaho. Winter Commencement will take place Saturday, Dec. 12, at 12:30 p.m., in the ASUI-Kibbie Activity Center. The event is free and open to the public.
All degree candidates, dressed in their regalia, will line up for the procession on Saturday morning by 11:30 a.m. on ...
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University of Idaho Events for May 20-26Posted: Thursday, May 16
MOSCOW, Idaho – The following is a list of University of Idaho sponsored events for the week of May 20-26. Events will take place in Moscow and are free and open to the public, unless otherwise noted.
Monday, May 20
Dissertation Defense: Absolah Elmehdi
3 p.m.
Gauss-Johnson Engineering Building, Room 218
620 S. Line St. in Moscow
Absolah Elmehdi, doctoral candidate in electrical engineerin...
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CALS Honors Students, Faculty and StaffPosted: Monday, May 13
MOSCOW, Idaho – Will Loucks graduated Saturday with an animal science degree and plans to become a veterinarian. He is the University of Idaho College of Agricultural and Life Sciences outstanding senior for 2013, too.
Loucks was honored recently during the college’s annual award ceremony for students, faculty, staff, alumni and friends.
Gregory Möller, professor of environmen...
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Agricultural and Life Sciences | News Release

Spring Commencement Includes 73 Degrees from Idaho Falls CampusPosted: Tuesday, April 23
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho – Graduating students are eligible to receive a combined 73 degrees this spring at the University of Idaho's Idaho Falls campus.
The candidates applied for 21 baccalaureate degrees, 9 doctoral degrees and 43 specialist and master’s degrees. Some students will have earned multiple degrees.
Statewide this spring, five commencement ceremonies celebrate the accomplish...
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Idaho Falls | News Release

University of Idaho to Celebrate Mom’s Weekend Posted: Thursday, April 18
MOSCOW, Idaho – The University of Idaho will give Vandal moms the chance to explore the university campus during the annual Mom’s Weekend April 19-21. The weekend will feature events on campus and throughout the Moscow community.
Events and festivities are available to all students and their families, said Lauren Hamilton, Student Alumni Program Coordinator.
“We offer some rea...
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Hands-On Zine Workshop Coming to U-Idaho LibraryPosted: Wednesday, April 17
MOSCOW, Idaho – The University of Idaho Library will sponsor a hands-on workshop on zines, Wednesday, May 1, from 1:30-3:30 p.m. on the main floor of the library. Participants will learn about the zine movement and have the opportunity to express themselves by creating a zine of their own design in a collaborative environment.
Zines are self-published mini-magazines printed in small number...
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U-Idaho Celebrates Honorary Degree Recipient and Doctoral Degree Pioneers Posted: Tuesday, April 16
MOSCOW, Idaho — The University of Idaho will present an honorary degree and recognize pioneers in two of the higher realms of education at the University of Idaho — doctorate in education and doctorate in philosophy — at spring commencement in Moscow on May 11. The ceremony begins at 9:30 a.m. in the ASUI-Kibbie Activity Center.
Honorary Degree
An honorary degree is awarded to...
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U-Idaho College of Education Hosts Scholastic Book Fair Posted: Monday, April 15
MOSCOW, Idaho – The University of Idaho College of Education’s Instructional Materials Technology Center (IMTC) will host a Scholastic Book Fair April 17 - 26, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. in the College of Education Building on the U-Idaho campus in Moscow.
All members of the community, including families with children, are invited to attend. Funds raised will be used to purchase additiona...
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Education | News Release

U-Idaho Alumni Association Names 2013 Hall of Fame InducteesPosted: Thursday, April 11
MOSCOW, Idaho – The University of Idaho Alumni Association today announced its 2013 Alumni Hall of Fame inductees who will be recognized May 9-11, the weekend of spring commencement in Moscow.
Honorees will be: Matthew J. “Matt” Espe ’80 of Newtown Square, Penn., who earned a bachelor’s degree in marketing in the College of Business and Economics, and John Rosholt &r...
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New Version of Idaho Waters Digital Library Increases Resources, Search OptionsPosted: Tuesday, April 9
MOSCOW, Idaho – The University of Idaho Library’s Digital Initiatives department is pleased to announce the release of the new and improved Idaho Waters Digital Library.
The Idaho Waters Digital Library provides access to information about water issues in key Idaho river basins with particular emphasis on the Coeur d’Alene and Boise Basins. The collection presently emphasizes I...
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University of Idaho Hires Communications Officer for Northern IdahoPosted: Monday, April 8
MOSCOW, Idaho – The University of Idaho has hired Andrea Thomas as its Regional Integrated Communications Officer for northern Idaho and eastern Washington.
In this newly created position, Thomas is responsible for communication initiatives and will serve as the key media relations liaison for the university to media outlets in the Spokane-Coeur d’Alene region.
“I come from ...
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News Release | Advancement

Independent Film Producer Jim Lemley to Address New Graduates, 1,774 Students Statewide Eligible to Graduate this MayPosted: Tuesday, April 2
MOSCOW, Idaho – Approximately 1,774 students statewide are eligible for graduation this spring, earning a combined 1,845 degrees from the University of Idaho.
Students have applied for 1,264 baccalaureate degrees, 110 law degrees, 75 doctoral degrees, 22 specialist degrees and 374 master’s degrees. Some students will have earned multiple degrees. This year's commencement brings the un...
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News Release | Graduate | University of Idaho

U-Idaho Women’s Center Hosts Actor-Comedian Naomi GrossmanPosted: Thursday, March 28
MOSCOW, Idaho – The U-Idaho Women’s Center will host “Carnival Knowledge,” a one-woman “comic, carnal romp” written and performed by critically acclaimed actor-comedian Naomi Grossman on April 5 at 7 p.m. at the Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre, 508 S. Main Street in Moscow.
Grossman is best known for her role as “Pepper” in the FX television show &...
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News Release | Heather

14th Annual Tutxinmepu Pow Wow Bridges Cultural Gaps March 30-31Posted: Monday, March 25
MOSCOW, Idaho - The University of Idaho will celebrate the 14th annual Tutxinmepu Pow Wow on Saturday, March 30 and Sunday, March 31 at the Moscow Junior High School gym, 1410 E. D Street in Moscow, Idaho.
For the past 13 years, the University of Idaho Tutxinmepu Pow Wow has served as a celebration of Native American heritage and as a recruitment, business and communication tool for students. Th...
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U-Idaho’s David Tank Receives NSF Career Award Posted: Monday, March 25
MOSCOW, Idaho – David Tank, assistant professor of plant systematics, has been awarded a prestigious CAREER Award from the National Science Foundation. The $799,959 award will support Tank’s research for the next five years, fund the development of an advanced field botany course and facilitate collaboration with University of Idaho McCall Outdoor Science School (MOSS) faculty and grad...
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News Release | Natural Resources

University of Idaho Librarian Receives Prestigious “Mover & Shaker” Award Posted: Tuesday, March 19
MOSCOW, Idaho – University of Idaho librarian Ben Hunter has been named a “Mover & Shaker” in the library industry by the national publication, “Library Journal.”
The journal identified 50 outstanding professionals committed to providing excellent service to meet the needs of the people they serve. Hunter, who leads the University of Idaho Library’s Catalo...
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Idaho’s Youth Create Tomorrow’s InventionsPosted: Wednesday, March 6
MOSCOW, Idaho – Idaho’s creative, young minds will turn ideas into innovations during the annual Invent Idaho State Finals March 8-9 at the University of Idaho.
Invent Idaho hosts over 100 young inventors in grades one through eight on the Moscow campus and celebrates student creativity and innovation, while teaching inventive thinking in an interdisciplinary curriculum. Regional ev...
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Science | Engineering | Education | News Release

University of Idaho to Showcase Legal History ExhibitPosted: Friday, March 1
BOISE, Idaho – The University of Idaho College of Law and the Idaho State Law Library will sponsor the Idaho Legal History Exhibit honoring Sen. William E. Borah. The exhibit opens at the Idaho State Law Library at the Idaho Water Center in Boise on Tuesday, March 5 and will be on permanent display.
The exhibit will include photos, documents and other historical artifacts related to Sen. Bo...
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Law | University of Idaho Boise | News Release
