Meet the Vandals
Join Meet the Vandals, a special event series where you can discover what it means to be a part of the Vandal Family, whether you're already admitted or still considering U of I.
Connect in person with employees, chat with alumni about their Vandal experiences and meet other prospective students and families in your area.
Where will you Meet the Vandals?
All events are at 6-8 p.m. in the local time zone, unless listed otherwise. (virtual event is in Pacific time).
Future event locations
Coeur d'Alene
5:45-8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026
Best Western Plus Coeur d’Alene Inn
506 W Appleway Avenue
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83814
Schedule of events
5:45 p.m. — Check In
Location: BW Plus CDA Inn
5:45-8 p.m. — College & Resource Fair
Location: Hayden/Cataldo
6-6:15 p.m. — Welcome Address
Location: Hayden/Cataldo
6:15-8 p.m. — Next Steps Area Open
Location: Convention Center Hallway
6:15-7:30 p.m. — Financial Aid Presentation & Housing and Fraternity-Sorority Life Presentation
Location: Garnet and Syringa
7:30-8 p.m. — Final Conversations
Virtual
6-8 p.m. Pacific time Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026
Hosted on Zoom. Once registered for the event, you will receive your personal Zoom link via email.
Schedule of events
6-6:10 p.m.
Welcome Address
Dr. Dean Kahler, Vice Provost for Strategic Enrollment Management
6:10-6:15 p.m.
Admissions Overview
Who We Are & How to Apply
6:15-6:45 p.m.
Housing Options
Curious what life is really like in Housing and Residence Life or Fraternity and Sorority Life? Join us to explore on-campus housing options and get an inside look at what live-in communities can offer. Whether in the residence halls or a Greek facility, learn how on-campus living shapes your college experience.
6:45-6:50 p.m.
UIdaho Bound
Admitted students—join us for UIdaho Bound: Benefits of attending the Admitted Student event
6:50-7 p.m.
Advising
What to Expect & How to Prepare for Your Advising Appointment
7-7:30 p.m.
Financial Aid
7:30-8 p.m.
College Presentations—Learn more about our academic colleges and discover programs that fit your interests
Can't make an event?
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Attend a Meet the Vandals event for your chance at a $1,000 scholarship!
The Future Vandal Award, a one-time, non-renewable $1,000 scholarship, will be given away at each event to a high school senior or transfer student who enrolls at University of Idaho for Fall 2026.
The fine print:
Students need to be admitted, or eligible for admission, and attend a Meet the Vandals event to receive the award. If a student has not yet applied, they will need to apply and be admitted to receive the award for Fall 2026. An admissions counselor will follow up with any specific dates or deadlines on their admissions status.
Previous event locations
Boise
Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025
Boise Centre | East
195 S Capitol Blvd
Boise, Idaho
Driving directions from Interstate 184E (“I-184 East”) to Boise Centre East (195 S Capitol Blvd, Boise, ID 83702) in downtown Boise:
- Stay on I-184 East as it approaches downtown Boise.
- Take the exit onto W Myrtle Street / US-20/US-26 toward downtown.
- Continue on W Myrtle Street and then turn left onto S Capitol Blvd.
- Proceed south on S Capitol Blvd past the intersection with W Front Street.
- The Boise Centre East will be on your left at 195 S Capitol Blvd.
Driving directions from Front Street & Broadway Avenue to Boise Centre East (195 S Capitol Blvd, Boise, ID 83702):
- Start at the intersection of Front St and Broadway Ave in Boise.
- Head west on W Front Street toward downtown Boise.
- Continue straight for about 1.0 miles.
- Turn right onto S Capitol Boulevard.
- The Boise Centre East will be on your left, at 195 S Capitol Blvd, near the Grove Plaza.
Twin Falls
Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025
Hilton Garden Inn
1741 Harrison Street N
Twin Falls, Idaho
Idaho Falls
Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025
Idaho Falls Center
1784 Science Center
Idaho Falls, Idaho
Parking is available at the end of Micro St.