Looking for FIRST Robotics Alumni

Posted Thu, 25 Aug 2016 00:00:00 -0700

Were you a past member of a FIRST robotics team? Does FRC, FTC, or FLL mean anything to you? We are currently trying to find all FIRST robotics alumni to establish a scholarship here at UI! If you have been on a team or know anyone who was on a team, email Lorraine at mott2108@vandals.uidaho.edu or Robin Baumgartner at rbaumgartner@uidaho.edu. Give us your name, email, and team number/name from FLL, FTC, or FRC. If needed, also list where and when you competed in the team. Read more

UI Implements Tobacco-Free Policy Statewide

Posted Wed, 17 Aug 2016 11:30:00 -0700

In order to provide a healthier and cleaner atmosphere for the entire Vandal community, the University of Idaho has enacted a tobacco-free policy for its statewide locations. Read more

UI Kimberly Bean Field Day Explores Planting, Weed Control Strategies Aug. 18

Posted Fri, 05 Aug 2016 16:00:00 -0700

Weed control, planting strategies and irrigation management are key topics during a University of Idaho Bean Field Day planned Aug. 18 at the Kimberly Research and Extension Center. Read more

Twilight Tour at UI Kimberly Research and Extension Center Offers Family Fun

Posted Thu, 07 Jul 2016 16:30:00 -0700

This year’s Twilight Tour July 20 at the University of Idaho’s Kimberly Research and Extension Center is going deep, six feet to be exact, as part of a fun-filled evening of science geared to families.
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UI Extension Financial Educators Launch 'Night of the Living Debt' Video Game

Posted Fri, 10 Jun 2016 15:45:00 -0700

A new video game that combines zombies and debt taps into popular culture to help young people learn about finances.
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‘Long Live Idaho’ Campaign Promotes Healthy Eating and Active Lifestyles

Posted Wed, 01 Jun 2016 11:00:00 -0700

The Healthy Eating, Active Living (HEAL) Idaho partners, powered by the University of Idaho Extension’s Eat Smart Idaho program, have launched a statewide campaign aimed at inspiring Idahoans to eat healthier, lead more active lives, and help their children do the same. Read more

Barbara Petty Named UI Extension Director

Posted Tue, 31 May 2016 16:45:00 -0700

University of Idaho Extension Director Barbara Petty will formally fill that role after 18 months on the job as interim director.
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UI Extension Specialist Wins National Award for Innovation and Creativity

Posted Wed, 18 May 2016 15:00:00 -0700

UI Extension specialist Lori Higgins received a national level award from the National Association of Community Development Extension Professionals (NACDEP). Higgins received the Innovation and Creativity Team Award for work on "Ripple Effects Mapping: Engaging participants in capturing results and untold stories of success." Other members of the team include Scott Chazdon of Minnesota, Mary Emery of South Dakota, Lynette Flage of North Dakota, and Debra Hansen and Rebecca Sero of Washington. Read more

56th Annual UI Extension Natural Resources Camp Set for June 27-July 2 Near Ketchum

Posted Fri, 06 May 2016 23:30:00 -0700

University of Idaho Extension will offer the 56th annual Natural Resources Camp Monday through Saturday, June 27-July 2, near Sun Valley for youths ages 12-14 interested in learning about wildlife, rangeland, forestry, water and soil. Read more

UI Extension Forestry Workshops Explore the Forests and the Trees

Posted Mon, 11 Apr 2016 13:20:00 -0700

For many northern Idaho residents, morel mushrooms are a highly treasured sign of spring. The region’s forests provide a much more varied menu that a University of Idaho Extension workshop planned in Moscow will detail Saturday, April 16.
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