The summer program, called The College of Idaho Scholars Program, just completed its second year. It’s one of multiple undergraduate research opportunities available during the year in scientific fields at the College.
Two campus members were recognized for their exceptional service to the community with a pair of awards this April from the Student Affairs Division, one student and one staff member.
“It's not about just preparing them for a job,” Haney Keith said. “It's more about preparing them to enter into society after they graduate and to be a valuable member of society, to be those problem solvers that we want to see.”
The Student Affairs Division recognizes one student each semester for their important contributions to the College’s culture. The award is given to students nominated by staff and faculty as someone who best embodies the values of the College community.
Jebessa and Moubarak Abdoulaye Soumana both participated in the Global Citizen Year Academy, a twelve-week leadership class that helped identify and enhance ways that students can positively impact those around them.
Emily Hamilton '18 didn't need an internship to complete her education at the College. John Danielson '76 recommended one to her anyway and it changed her career path.
