In the Media
"Muddy Boots" Science Policy with University of Idaho's Katherine Himes, Ph.D.
25 June 2021
Director Himes discusses the McClure Center, collaborative processes, science policy and the ISTPF on the When Science Speaks podcast.
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Analysis: Are Legislators Serious About Helping Kids Learn to Read, or Not?
11 March 2021
Idaho Ed News explores the 2021 legislative debate and actions on early education in Idaho. This article includes information from the McClure Center’s statewide assessment of early childhood education and care.
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Idaho Association for the Education of Young Children Releases Needs Assessment for Idaho Preschool Development Grant
23 Feb. 2021
The Idaho Association for the Education of Young Children (Idaho AEYC) announced yesterday the release of Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) in Idaho: Idaho Preschool Development Grant Birth-Age 5 Needs Assessment. The needs assessment is designed to help Idaho policymakers, administrators and stakeholders understand early learning needs for families and children in Idaho.
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Idaho Association for the Education of Young Children Releases Needs Assessment for Idaho Preschool Development Grant
22 Feb. 2021
The Idaho Association for the Education of Young Children (Idaho AEYC) announced yesterday the release of Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) in Idaho: Idaho Preschool Development Grant Birth-Age 5 Needs Assessment. The needs assessment is designed to help Idaho policymakers, administrators and stakeholders understand early learning needs for families and children in Idaho.
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U of I Student Interns Covering Legislature for Free Press
20 Jan. 2021
School of Journalism and Mass Media (JAMM)-McClure Center Legislative Interns report on the 2021 Legislative Session for rural Idaho newspapers.
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Statement on Idaho Governor's Salmon Workgroup Report
4 Jan. 2021
The Nature Conservancy reflects on Governor Little’s Salmon Workgroup.
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Governor's Workgroup Finishes up Recommendations to Help Salmon Return to Idaho
18 Dec. 2020
Governor Little’s Salmon Workgroup finishes 18-month long collaboration process with final report.
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Is Climate Change Good for Crops?
24 Sept. 2020
Idaho State University and Boise State scientists, with the McClure Center of Public Policy at the University of Idaho, are assessing the economic opportunities and potential damage from climate change in Idaho.
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Two Inaugural Science Policy Fellows Will Address Important Idaho Issues
9 July 2020
The connection between scientists and policy makers in Idaho will be formalized with the naming of the first two fellows.
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Governor's Workgroup on Salmon Recovery to Meet Today, Thursday
26 May 2020
Governor’s Salmon Workgroup meetings continue with public comment and policy recommendation discussion.
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McClure Center Director Named to National Roundtable
19 May 2020
Dr. Katherine Himes, McClure Center director, is serving on the U.S. National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) Roundtable on Global Science Diplomacy.
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McClure Center Class of 2020
8 May 2020
McClure Center staff offer personal congratulations to the graduating seniors of 2020 who participated in McClure Center programs.
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Clean Energy for All
21 Apr. 2020
The Idaho Policy Institute at Boise State University and McClure Center for Public Policy Research conducted a regional economic study on small nuclear reactors in eastern Idaho.
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Salmon Workgroup Plans to Come up with Policy Changes to Address Salmon Recovery in Idaho
20 Apr. 2020
Governor’s Salmon Workgroup continues meetings and makes progress, with virtual meetings this spring.
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A Passion for Policymaking
April 2020
Madeleine Curtright, McClure Legislative Research Scholar, awarded 2020 Lindley Award.
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Government Writers: University Students Make a State-wide Impact
24 April 2020
JAMM-McClure Legislative Interns describe their work and experiences during the 2020 legislative session. Watch the video>>
This Week’s “Idaho Reports”
20 Mar. 2020
Weekly report on the last week of the Idaho legislative session. JAMM-McClure Intern Logan Finney reports on session conversations on tax issues in Idaho.
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The Week That Was…
20 Mar. 2020
Weekly report on the last week of the Idaho legislative session. JAMM-McClure Intern Logan Finney reports on session conversations on tax issues in Idaho.
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Finney’s Excellent Reporting Exemplifies Importance for Free Press
25 Feb. 2020
Letter to editor on JAMM-McClure Legislative Intern reporting on the legislative session for rural newspapers.
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Idaho Governor Brad Little Addresses The City Club Of Boise
3 Feb. 2020
McClure Center director Dr. Katherine Himes, moderates a one-on-one forum with newly elected Governor Brad Little.
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