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Friday, July 1, 2005

New NIC Landscape Technology program open for enrollment

It is said that it's best to teach what you know, and Colby Weathers knows landscaping. Now Weathers will tie together his two passions as the instructor for North Idaho College's new Landscape Technology program. |photo1|Weathers studied landscape ... Read More

Thursday, June 30, 2005

NIC Foundation's Really BIG Raffle drawing to be held July 6

Community members and all ticket holders in the 12th annual North Idaho College Foundation Really BIG Raffle are invited to attend the raffle drawing at 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 6 in Fort Sherman Park, located behind Edminster Student Union Building on NIC's ... Read More

Wednesday, June 29, 2005

NIC coaches and players to lead summer basketball camp

The North Idaho College men's basketball staff is encouraging area youth to utilize summer break to improve their basketball skills. The Cardinal Basketball Camp Aug. 1-5 is open to school-aged boys and girls. Participants will receive instruction from ... Read More

Wednesday, June 29, 2005

NIC holds information night for professional-technical programs

Those interested in attaining a career through North Idaho College's professional-technical programs will have the opportunity to learn more about the programs during a Professional-Technical Information Night at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 12. Staff from ... Read More

Wednesday, June 29, 2005

Room still available in NIC summer softball camp

Room is still available for area youths to sign up for the North Idaho College's Cardinal Heat pitching and position play skills camp July 25-28 at Franklin Park, located just east of Rowan and Division in northern Spokane. NIC's softball coaching staff ... Read More

Monday, June 27, 2005

NIC hires new recruitment specialist

|photo1|North Idaho College recently hired Sara Schmelzer as the new recruitment specialist in the NIC Admissions Office. Schmelzer completed graduate level courses in business administration and holds a bachelor's degree in marketing from Eastern ... Read More

Thursday, June 23, 2005

NIC kicks off new orientation/registration system

It's not uncommon for the North Idaho College campus to be full of students throughout the year. But something is different on campus this summer.   Once a week, approximately 100-150 students come to campus for a four-hour program filled with student ... Read More

Wednesday, June 22, 2005

NIC Foundation's Really BIG Raffle sells out; Drawing to be held Wednesday, July 6

The North Idaho College Foundation's Really BIG Raffle has sold out for the 12th year in a row. The last of the raffle's 4,500 tickets were sold Tuesday, June 21, the earliest sell out in the raffle's history, despite increasing the total number of tickets ... Read More

Tuesday, June 21, 2005

Ironman finisher to speak at NIC Booster Club lunch

Brenda Smith, a triathlete who successfully finished the Coeur d'Alene Ironman Triathlon in 2004, will be the featured speaker at the North Idaho College Booster Club luncheon at noon Tuesday, June 28 at Tony's Supper Club, located on Coeur d'Alene Lake ... Read More

Tuesday, June 21, 2005

NIC's Outdoor Pursuits to offer sailing clinics

North Idaho College's Outdoor Pursuits will offer a series of clinics in July to teach participants how to sail. The Thursday night clinics for adults will run in four sessions on the NIC beach. Clinics will be offered from 5:30 to 8 p.m. July 7, 14, 21 ... Read More

Monday, June 20, 2005

North Idaho College Board of Trustees meeting notice

The regular June meeting of the North Idaho College Board of Trustees will be held at 4 p.m. Wednesday, June 22 in the Driftwood Bay Room of NIC's Edminster Student Union Building, rather than its regular meeting time at 6 p.m. The time change is due to ... Read More

Monday, June 20, 2005

Still room available in NIC's ‘Who Wants to be a Millionaire' class

There's still time to enroll in “Who Wants to be a Millionaire,” a community education class offered through the North Idaho College Workforce Training Center in June. The one-session class will be offered from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, June 29 in Boswell ... Read More

Wednesday, June 15, 2005

Last Really BIG Raffle open house to be held June 19

Don't miss the last chance to see the North Idaho College Foundation's 12th annual Really BIG Raffle house, now in its final phases of construction by the NIC Carpentry students. Celebrate Father's Day by bringing Dad to the open house, which will be from ... Read More

Wednesday, June 15, 2005

NIC's Idaho Small Business Development Center to present awards

North Idaho College's Idaho Small Business Development Center will present awards at its annual luncheon Tuesday, June 21. Rob Randall of Randall Contracting will be presented the 2005 Idaho State Small Business Person of the Year Award. Idaho Commerce ... Read More

Tuesday, June 14, 2005

NIC alumna contributes to NIC campaign to support local economy

|photo1|North Idaho businesswoman Eve Knudtsen is passionate about North Idaho College. She is an alumna, having earned her associate's degree from NIC in the early 1980s and knows firsthand the capacity for the college to change lives through education ... Read More

Tuesday, June 14, 2005

NIC selects new Trades and Industry division chair

North Idaho College recently selected Maintenance Mechanic/Millwright Instructor Jim Cultra as the new chair of the Trades and Industry Division. Cultra will begin his new position July 15 upon the retirement of the current chair Walt Carlson, who has ... Read More

Thursday, June 9, 2005

Area youths encouraged to participate in NIC summer softball camp

Area youths are encouraged to participate in North Idaho College's Cardinal Heat pitching and position play skills camp July 25-28 at Franklin Park, located just east of Rowan and Division in northern Spokane. NIC's softball coaching staff and players ... Read More

Thursday, June 9, 2005

NIC auditorium receives new sound/lighting equipment

The bedtime stories in the Travolta home were a little different from typical children's books. These stories were filled with the same imagination and wonder, but also character lines, developing plots and stage cues.   Helen Travolta used to read ... Read More

Wednesday, June 8, 2005

Register now for NIC five-on-five basketball tournament

Basketball players are encouraged to register their five-player team for the North Idaho College Five-On-Five Classic Basketball Tournament to be held in NIC's Christianson Gym July 15-17. The tournament will include men's and women's divisions as well as ... Read More

Wednesday, June 8, 2005

NIC presents girls summer basketball camp

North Idaho College women's basketball coaches and players will lead a weeklong girls basketball camp June 20-24 to help participants improve their basketball skills. The Girls Summer Basketball Camp will help players develop their skills in both ... Read More

Tuesday, June 7, 2005

Less than 1,000 tickets remain for the 12th annual Really BIG Raffle

Less than 1,000 tickets remain for the chance to win a $200,000 custom home during the North Idaho College Foundation's 12th annual Really BIG Raffle in Coeur d'Alene.   The grand prize $200,000 custom home, built by students in the NIC Carpentry ... Read More

Monday, June 6, 2005

Regal Cinemas Riverstone celebrates grand opening with a VIP gala; all ticket proceeds benefit NIC athletics

How else would the new Regal Cinemas Riverstone Stadium 14 kick off its opening celebration other than with “A Regal Grand Opening.” The gala will begin at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 22 at Regal Cinemas Riverstone, located in the new Riverstone development ... Read More

Monday, June 6, 2005

Advisers available to meet with students in Sandpoint

Current and prospective North Idaho College students are encouraged to meet with NIC advisers Thursday, June 16 at the NIC Sandpoint Center, located at 101 N. 2nd St. in Sandpoint. Advisers will be available from 3 to 7 p.m. to assist students with ... Read More

Monday, June 6, 2005

Advisers available to meet with students in Kellogg

Current and prospective North Idaho College students are encouraged to meet with NIC advisers Monday, June 20 at the NIC Silver Valley Center, located at 323 Main St. in Kellogg. Advisers will be available from 3 to 7 p.m. to assist students with ... Read More

Friday, June 3, 2005

NIC implements Video Relay Service station on campus

Last fall, North Idaho College's Center for Educational Access called upon student leaders to address the need for proper technology for the deaf community, and the Associated Students of NIC answered. The culmination of an ASNIC project came to life ... Read More

Friday, June 3, 2005

Triple Boat Float with The Fabulous Shadows to support NIC campaign

Supporting the North Idaho College Providing Opportunities—Fulfilling Dreams Community Campaign is all about threes—a three-hour evening cruise on Lake Coeur d'Alene on three connected boats. The Triple Boat Float will be from 7 to 10 p.m. Saturday, July ... Read More

Tuesday, May 31, 2005

NIC hires new residence hall coordinator

|photo1|North Idaho College recently hired Yong Choo as the new coordinator of the NIC Residence Hall.   Choo completed a master's degree in counseling in May and holds a bachelor's degree in broadcast communication from Washington State University. ... Read More

Tuesday, May 31, 2005

NIC volleyball program signs West Valley High School graduate

Lynnea Brown recently accepted a scholarship to play for the North Idaho College volleyball team for the 2005-2006 season. Brown is a 5-foot-7-inch athlete from Yakima, Wash. Brown was captain of the West Valley High School volleyball team her senior ... Read More

Thursday, May 26, 2005

Annual NIC golf tournament held in memory of Scott Hague

|photo1|The entry deadline for the North Idaho College Scott Hague Memorial Cardinal Classic is fast approaching for the June 10 event. The four-person scramble tournament will begin with a shotgun start at 1 p.m. Friday, June 10 at the Avondale Golf and ... Read More

Thursday, May 26, 2005

North Idaho College provides vital resources for economic development

As a community college, North Idaho College not only fulfills its academic mission to provide students with affordable, quality education, but also serves as a driver for economic development in the region by providing services to business and industry. ... Read More

Thursday, May 26, 2005

County Commissioner to speak at NIC Booster Club lunch

Kootenai County Commissioner Katie Brodie will be the featured speaker at the North Idaho College Booster Club luncheon at noon Tuesday, May 31 at the Coeur d'Alene Brewery, located at 209 Lakeside Avenue in downtown Coeur d'Alene.  The NIC Booster Club ... Read More

Thursday, May 26, 2005

NIC campus to close in honor of Memorial Day

North Idaho College will be closed Monday, May 30 in honor of Memorial Day. Normal business hours, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays and 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Fridays, will resume May 31. NIC offices will remain open regular business hours ... Read More

Thursday, May 26, 2005

NIC student wins scholarship through scratch ticket design contest

North Idaho College graphic design student Marcelle Moe of St. Maries recently won a $100 scholarship from the Idaho Lottery for her winning design of a scratch ticket. |photo2|The Idaho Lottery Scratch Ticket Design Contest was initiated by the Idaho ... Read More

Wednesday, May 25, 2005

Longtime college supporters contribute to NIC campaign

Jack and Camie Beebe believe that North Idaho College plays a major role in what makes this community a success, from the positive business climate to the region's quality health care. |photo1|The Beebes have supported the college through the years and ... Read More

Tuesday, May 24, 2005

NIC ‘Who Wants to be a Millionaire' class open for enrollment

There's still time to enroll in “Who Wants to be a Millionaire,” a community education class offered through the North Idaho College Workforce Training Center in June. The one-session class will be offered from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, June 29 in Boswell ... Read More

Tuesday, May 24, 2005

NIC student steps up selling awareness bracelets in support of campaign

Although financial contributions to the NIC Providing Opportunities—Fulfilling Dreams Community Campaign are the focus of the community fundraising campaign set to raise a minimum of $2 million to equip the NIC Health and Sciences Building and provide ... Read More

Tuesday, May 24, 2005

NIC men's basketball program signs recruits

Several athletes recently accepted scholarships to play for the North Idaho College men's basketball team for the 2005-2006 season. Jordan Sutton is a 5-foot-10-inch point guard from Bethel High School in Spanaway, Wash. He led the Bethel High School team ... Read More

Monday, May 23, 2005

Early bird deadline for Really BIG Raffle is May 31

Don't miss the May 31 deadline to qualify to win two additional early bird prizes in the North Idaho College Foundation's 12th annual Really BIG Raffle. Those who purchase a $100 raffle ticket on or before the deadline will be automatically entered into a ... Read More

Monday, May 23, 2005

NIC recreational sports coordinator passes national certification

|photo1|North Idaho College Recreational Sports Coordinator Paul Manzardo recently passed a national test certifying him as a recreational sports specialist.   Manzardo received the national certification at a recent National Intramural Recreational ... Read More

Friday, May 20, 2005

NIC recognizes outstanding faculty, staff with annual achievement awards

North Idaho College Communication Instructor Tim Christie believes that in life, all people strive to make a mark in the world. The profound impact he has had on students during his 33 years at NIC is the mark Christie left, changing literally thousands of ... Read More

Friday, May 20, 2005

Last Really BIG Raffle open house of May to be held May 22

Don't miss the last chance in May to see the North Idaho College Foundation's 12th annual Really BIG Raffle house, now in its final phases of construction by the NIC Carpentry students. The students will use the two weeks in between open houses to ... Read More

Tuesday, May 17, 2005

NIC student selected as Rotary Student of the Month

North Idaho College student Mary Saxton of Coeur d'Alene was selected as May's Coeur d'Alene Rotary Club Student of the Month. Saxton returned to school after the age of 40 and after two years of completing prerequisites, has been accepted to the NIC Nursing ... Read More

Tuesday, May 17, 2005

NIC to remain open for summer; some offices alter schedules

North Idaho College's summer session runs from June 6 through July 28. Campus will remain open throughout the summer, although several offices on campus will operate on altered schedules. Molstead Library will be closed from May 20 to the start of summer ... Read More

Monday, May 16, 2005

NIC president elected to national community college board

North Idaho College President Michael Burke was recently elected to the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) board of directors.   |photo1|The board comprises 32 members, 26 of which are elected by the association's member colleges. The ... Read More

Monday, May 16, 2005

NIC softball players earn All-Conference honors

Four North Idaho College softball players were recently named to All-Scenic West Athletic Conference teams. Erin DuBrock , from Spokane, Wash., was named to the All-Conference first team. DuBrock played short stop/middle infielder for the Cardinal team ... Read More

Friday, May 13, 2005

More than 700 students eligible to graduate from NIC

Camcorders will be rolling as approximately 350 North Idaho College graduates donning caps and gowns participate in this year's NIC commencement ceremony beginning at 10 a.m. Friday, May 20 in Christianson Gym on NIC's main campus. A total of 730 NIC ... Read More

Wednesday, May 11, 2005

Ticket to be given away at Really BIG Raffle open house

More than 2,000 tickets have already been sold for the North Idaho College Foundation's 12th annual Really BIG Raffle. Don't miss this chance to buy a ticket and see the grand prize $200,000 custom house during one of the biggest open houses of the year ... Read More

Tuesday, May 10, 2005

Award winners announced at NIC Booster Club auction/banquet

The North Idaho College Booster Club announced the winners of this year's Athlete of the Year and Scholar-Athlete of the Year Awards at its annual Spring Auction and Athletic Awards Banquet May 7 at the Eagles Lodge. The award recipients are nominated and ... Read More

Tuesday, May 10, 2005

Associated Students of NIC announce student leaders for 2005-2006

North Idaho College student body leaders were recently elected for the 2005-2006 school year.   The Associated Students of NIC (ASNIC) represent the college's 4,519 students with an eight-member senate, which is presided over by the ASNIC president and ... Read More

Tuesday, May 10, 2005

NIC chapter of Phi Theta Kappa earns honors

North Idaho College's chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for two-year colleges, recently won numerous awards at the regional conference for the Greater Northwest Region April 29 through May 1. This year's NIC chapter earned ... Read More

Monday, May 9, 2005

Approximately 150 GED students to receive certificates

Many of the more than 700 students eligible for a General Education Development (GED) certificate through the North Idaho College Adult Basic Education program have overcome much adversity on their way to this milestone, which is what makes the GED ... Read More

Monday, May 9, 2005

First NIChallenge adventure race ends as a success

The first finishers crossed the finish line 3 hours and 23 minutes after tackling the course in North Idaho College's first adventure race, the NIChallenge, held May 7 at Farragut State Park. A total of 70 participants and 28 teams finished the course ... Read More

Friday, May 6, 2005

NIC Graphic Design Exhibit showcases student graphic design work

North Idaho College graphic design students, who have published their work through various venues throughout the region, will have the opportunity to showcase their work during the Graphic Design Exhibit May 9 through 19 in the Boswell Hall Corner Gallery ... Read More

Friday, May 6, 2005

NIC carpentry program graduate now a subcontractor for this year's Really BIG Raffle house

When Jason Krapfl entered North Idaho College's carpentry program in 1998, he had one child, was expecting a second and planning to marry his girlfriend. Trying to get his career in order too, he decided to enter the program thinking maybe he would learn to ... Read More

Wednesday, May 4, 2005

NIC presents an afternoon of music for moms

The North Idaho College Symphonic Band and the NIC Madrigal Singers will present “A Mother's Day Celebration,” an afternoon of music for moms beginning at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 8 in Coeur d'Alene City Park.  This year's annual Mother's Day Concert in the ... Read More

Wednesday, May 4, 2005

NIC students earn honors at national conference

Students from the North Idaho College chapter of Business Professionals of America (BPA) earned honors at the BPA National Leadership Conference April 22-26 in Anaheim, Calif. The students qualified for the national competition by placing at the state ... Read More

Friday, April 29, 2005

NIC Booster Club to hold spring auction/banquet

The North Idaho College Booster Club Spring Auction and Athletics Awards Banquet will be at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, May 7 at the Eagles Lodge, located at 209 E. Sherman Ave. in Coeur d'Alene. The awards for outstanding male and female athletes as well as the ... Read More

Friday, April 29, 2005

NIC celebrates Latino culture with Celebracion de la Raza

This year's annual Cinco de Mayo celebration at North Idaho College will celebrate the Latino culture with Celebracion de la Raza (celebration of the race) Thursday, May 5 in NIC's Edminster Student Union Building. Attendees will enjoy the music of ... Read More

Friday, April 29, 2005

Prospective students encouraged to attend NIC's First Fridays

Those interested in attending North Idaho College are encouraged to attend May's First Friday campus visitation program Friday, May 6. The First Fridays program offers prospective students the opportunity to visit campus and learn about NIC's programs and ... Read More

Friday, April 29, 2005

NIC sells awareness bracelets in support of fundraising campaign

Although financial contributions to the NIC Providing Opportunities—Fulfilling Dreams Community Campaign are the focus of the community fundraising campaign set to raise a minimum of $2 million to equip the NIC Health and Sciences Building and provide ... Read More

Wednesday, April 27, 2005

Slide lecture to explore the cultural history of barns in Idaho

Historian Madeline Buckendorf will present a slide lecture on “Barns in Idaho: Monuments of Our Cultural Heritage at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 5 in Todd Lecture Hall, located inside Molstead Library on North Idaho College's main campus. Through slides of ... Read More

Wednesday, April 27, 2005

NIC offers dual enrollment information night in Kellogg

All interested students and parents are invited to attend North Idaho College's Dual Enrollment Information Night at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 10 at the NIC Silver Valley Center, located at 323 Main Street in Kellogg. NIC's dual enrollment program gives high ... Read More

Tuesday, April 26, 2005

NIC machining students challenge drafting students in engine design competition

Sometimes, when building a machine, machinists will recognize a critical flaw in the design that could lead to the dysfunction of part or all of the mechanism. Conversely, designers often see ways to make a machine run more efficiently while still in the ... Read More

Tuesday, April 26, 2005

NIC offers dual enrollment information night in Sandpoint

All interested students and parents are invited to attend North Idaho College's Dual Enrollment Information Night at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 3 at the NIC Sandpoint Center, located at 101 N. Second Ave. NIC's dual enrollment program gives high school ... Read More

Monday, April 25, 2005

Director selected to coordinate NIC's Educational Opportunity Center

|photo1|John Sarchio has been selected to direct North Idaho College's Educational Opportunity Center of Northern Idaho. Sarchio has worked as an advisor with the Educational Opportunity Center since October 2002, when the program was initiated. The ... Read More

Friday, April 22, 2005

NIC's jazz band and jazz choir to jazz up the season

The North Idaho College Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Co., a choral jazz group, will spice up the season with music that will get the audience jazzed up for summer. “Swinging into Summer” will begin at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 30 in Boswell Hall Schuler ... Read More

Friday, April 22, 2005

NIC Board of Trustees Special Meeting Notice

The North Idaho College Board of Trustees will hold a budget workshop at 3 p.m. Monday, April 25 in NIC's Molstead Library. The workshops is held to present the trustees with budget information in preparation for the college budget presentation in May. Read More

Friday, April 22, 2005

NIC's Phi Theta Kappa chapter to present pop culture symposium

The North Idaho College chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, an international honor society for two-year colleges, will present the last seminar in its symposium focused on popular culture. The symposium is part of the chapter's exploration of this year's Phi ... Read More

Thursday, April 21, 2005

Gonzaga women's basketball coach to speak at NIC Booster Club lunch

Gonzaga University head women's basketball coach Kelly Graves will be the featured speaker at the North Idaho College Booster Club luncheon at noon Tuesday, April 26 at the Red Lion Templin's Resort in Post Falls. Graves guided the Bulldogs to a record ... Read More

Wednesday, April 20, 2005

NIC student's photography appears on magazine cover

|photo1|North Idaho College student Kelly Cox has had the honor of seeing her photography on the cover of a magazine, not once but twice. Idaho Magazine, published by Idaho Magazine, Inc., out of Boise, selected her photo as the first place winner of the ... Read More

Wednesday, April 20, 2005

Human rights leader to speak on women and war in Colombia

Sonia Lopez, director of the Joel Sierra Regional Human Rights Committee and a leader of the Dawn of Women for Arauca women's organization, will present “Women and War in Colombia” at 1 p.m. Monday, April 25 in the Blue Creek Bay Room of North Idaho ... Read More

Wednesday, April 20, 2005

NIC intramural sports officials t-shirt takes first place at conference

North Idaho College's Recreational Sports Department won first place in a recent professional development competition at the National Intramural Recreational Sports Association Conference for its design of officials' t-shirts. The t-shirts, which are ... Read More

Wednesday, April 20, 2005

Science student presents before Idaho Academy of Sciences

North Idaho College student Shane Moore from Weippe, Idaho, recently presented the results of a chemistry research project at the Idaho Academy of Science annual conference in Nampa, Idaho. The Idaho Academy of Science is an organization of faculty and ... Read More

Tuesday, April 19, 2005

NIC distance education offers dual enrollment information night

All interested students and parents are invited to attend North Idaho College's Dual Enrollment Information Night at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 26 in the Driftwood Bay Room of NIC's Edminster Student Union Building. NIC's dual enrollment program gives high ... Read More

Tuesday, April 19, 2005

NIC Job Fair to include 75 employers seeking new hires

As one of the region's largest job fairs, the NIC Job Fair Friday, April 22 will feature 75 regional employers seeking part-time and full-time as well as permanent and seasonal employees. The job fair will be from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in Christianson ... Read More

Tuesday, April 19, 2005

NIC Foundation offers two continuing education units for charitable insurance strategies workshop

The North Idaho College Foundation is offering two free continuing education units to participants in the educational teleconference titled “Creative Charitable Insurance Strategies” from noon to 2:15 p.m. Thursday, April 28. This teleconference is ... Read More

Monday, April 18, 2005

Coeur d'Alene Casino CEO to speak at NIC about storytelling

Chief Executive Officer of the Coeur d'Alene Casino Dave Matheson will present a talk about the importance of storytelling to the Native American culture from noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, April 21 in Todd Lecture Hall, located inside Molstead Library on North ... Read More

Monday, April 18, 2005

NIC men's basketball players sign with Division I colleges

Two North Idaho College men's basketball players have signed letters of intent with Division I schools. NIC sophomore Harry Disy, of Paris, France, has signed with Louisiana Tech University in Ruston, La. Louisiana Tech finished 14-15 overall this season ... Read More

Thursday, April 14, 2005

Parents receive info on health care for kids during workshop

Two free presentations will be held regarding free or low-cost health care coverage for children at noon and 2:30 p.m. Thursday, April 21 in the Echo Bay Room of North Idaho College's Edminster Student Union Building.   Pat Schwartz of the Kootenai ... Read More

Wednesday, April 13, 2005

Former NIC student receives prestigious scholarship

|photo1|North Idaho College alumnus Jesh Barlow of Coeur d'Alene recently received the prestigious Toni Robideaux Scholarship from the Spokane Advertising Federation.   Barlow was chosen as the recipient of the award in graphic design, one of five ... Read More

Tuesday, April 12, 2005

All-girl band Raining Jane to perform at NIC

The all-female band Raining Jane will perform at North Idaho College Thursday, April 21.   After a previous performance at the college, NIC's Student Events Committee decided to respond to student demand and bring the band back for another performance ... Read More

Tuesday, April 12, 2005

Coeur d'Alene family contributes $20,000 to NIC campaign

The Adams family believes in education and knows well the value that North Idaho College brings to the community.   Which is why the family decided to contribute $20,000 to the NIC Providing Opportunities—Fulfilling Dreams Community Campaign for ... Read More

Monday, April 11, 2005

NIC's Boesel named NJCAA second team All-American

NIC women's basketball player Boesel earns All-American honors Second-year North Idaho College women's basketball player Jeni Boesel, of Brewster, Wash., received second team All-American honors after leading the Scenic West Athletic Conference in scoring ... Read More

Thursday, April 7, 2005

NIC symphonic band concert to feature music of theater

An evening at the theater just wouldn't be the same without the music.   The North Idaho College Symphonic Band is presenting its spring concert based on that premise with “An Evening at the Theater” Wednesday, April 13.   The concert will ... Read More

Thursday, April 7, 2005

NIC student to attend congressional briefing on opportunity in education

North Idaho College student Janette Jackson, of Pinehurst, can testify to the value of federal education opportunity programs to help adults attain an education. And on April 12, she will.   Jackson will share her story with the Council for Opportunity ... Read More

Tuesday, April 5, 2005

NIC student receives esteemed scholarship award

North Idaho College student Kim Lee of Hayden was recently awarded a prestigious scholarship from Phi Theta Kappa, the national honor society for two-year colleges, toward the completion of a baccalaureate degree.   Lee was chosen by the national Phi ... Read More

Tuesday, April 5, 2005

NIC cheerleading tryouts held April 23

Men and women interested in trying out for the North Idaho College cheerleading squad must attend tryouts from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, April 23 in NIC's Christianson Gym.   All tryout material will be taught throughout the day, followed by tryouts ... Read More

Tuesday, April 5, 2005

NIC soccer program signs recruits for 2005 season

Several athletes recently accepted scholarships to play North Idaho College soccer for the 2005 season.   Women's soccer recruits:   Kathleen Bagan is a graduate of Lake City High School in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho who is transferring to NIC from ... Read More

Tuesday, April 5, 2005

Variety of Events Slated for Earth Day

This year's Earth Day theme, as established by the international Earth Day Network, is “Protecting Our Children's Health and Our Future.” In line with this theme, Kootenai Medical Center will have leading bio-terrorism expert Laurie Garrett address the ... Read More

Monday, April 4, 2005

NIC to sponsor first ever North Idaho adventure race

North Idaho College's Student Activities Department will sponsor the inaugural NIChallenge, an adventure race Saturday, May 7 at Farragut State Park.   NIC's Outdoor Pursuits program is helping to coordinate the event, which is the first ever to be ... Read More

Monday, April 4, 2005

Student Support Services receives grant renewal

North Idaho College's Student Support Services program recently received notification that the program will be funded for an additional four years thanks to a renewal grant for $235,689 from the U.S. Department of Education.   “This means current ... Read More

Friday, April 1, 2005

NIC Theater Department presents dinner theater production

The North Idaho College Theater Department will present its spring production of Private Eyes in a special dinner theater-style format April 21-23 at NIC.    Private Eyes is a Steven Dietz comedy of suspicion where nothing is quite what it seems ... Read More

Friday, April 1, 2005

Workshops offered to teach small businesses marketing strategies

The Idaho Small Business Development Center will offer a series of workshops in April focused on teaching small business owners marketing strategies.   “Marketing Strategies That Fit Your Budget” will teach business owners marketing strategies that can ... Read More

Friday, April 1, 2005

History Channel to air the end of the Aryan Nations in Idaho

For the past several year's, the History Channel has aired a documentary on the Aryan Nations and their presence in North Idaho. But since the program was filmed years ago, nationwide viewers were left seeing the Aryan Nations compound and its white ... Read More

Thursday, March 31, 2005

Week's activities to raise awareness of disabilities

College staff and students as well as community members will learn about disabilities and the various organizations that support individuals with disabilities during Disability Awareness Days April 11-13.   Organizers are expanding on several ... Read More

Thursday, March 31, 2005

NJCAA national wrestling tournament to stay in Minnesota

The North Idaho College wrestling team won't have the opportunity to compete in front of a hometown crowd for the 2007 National Junior College Athletic Association national tournament, but NIC Athletics Director Al Williams said he hasn't given up hope for ... Read More

Wednesday, March 30, 2005

NIC student selected as Rotary Student of the Month

|photo1|Former North Idaho College student Ana Burton was selected as February's Coeur d'Alene Rotary Club Student of the Month.   Burton was nominated in December when she was attending NIC, working toward a teaching certificate.   Burton began ... Read More

Wednesday, March 30, 2005

Elite stunt clinic offered by NIC cheerleaders April 16

The North Idaho College cheerleaders will lead an elite stunt clinic Saturday, April 16 to give current or potential cheerleaders an advantage for the upcoming fall sports season.   Co-ed or all-female teams are welcome to participate from 9 a.m. to 1 ... Read More

Tuesday, March 29, 2005

NIC choir presents spring concert with new choir director

The North Idaho College Concert Choir and Madrigal Singers will present their spring concert under the direction of a new conductor.   The NIC Spring Choral Extravaganza will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 10 in Boswell Hall Schuler Auditorium.   Max ... Read More

Monday, March 28, 2005

Prospective students encouraged to attend NIC's First Fridays

Those interested in attending North Idaho College are encouraged to attend April's First Friday April 8.   The First Fridays program offers prospective students the opportunity to visit campus and learn about NIC's programs and services.   ... Read More

Monday, March 28, 2005

NIC Student Art Show to showcase student art in the Corner Gallery

North Idaho College students will have the opportunity to exhibit their artwork during the juried Student Art Show April 11 through May 5 in the Boswell Hall Corner Gallery.   “This is a great opportunity for our students to exhibit the pieces they've ... Read More

Monday, March 28, 2005

NIC announces spring Phi Theta Kappa inductees

North Idaho College recently announced the spring semester 2005 inductees for Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for two-year colleges.   To be eligible, a student must have completed 12 credit hours of courses that can be applied to an ... Read More

Monday, March 28, 2005

NIC offers community education classes in the Silver Valley

North Idaho College will offer several community education courses in the Silver Valley this spring that are open to the general public.   Courses will be offered at the new Silver Valley Center, located at 323 Main Street in Kellogg.   Nurse ... Read More

Friday, March 25, 2005

NIC alum offers scholarship to graphic design student

Lila Smith remembers what it's like to be a student. After all, it was only a two years ago that she was sitting in the studio chairs in the North Idaho College graphic design program, struggling to make ends meet while trying to focus on school. “When I ... Read More

Friday, March 25, 2005

NIC art students, Art on the Edge students create human rights sculpture

|photo1|Art can serve as a tool to teach expressiveness and problem-solving skills, which is the focus of Art on the Edge, a free art program for children offered through St. Vincent De Paul.   But a special project through North Idaho College's art ... Read More

Thursday, March 24, 2005

NIC announces All-Star Basketball Game participants

Participants for the boys and girls Idaho State High School All-Star Basketball Games were announced Thursday by the North Idaho College Athletics Department. The second annual statewide all-star game is scheduled for Saturday, April 9 at NIC's ... Read More

Thursday, March 24, 2005

NIC makes reductions in two programs

Declining enrollment in two North Idaho College programs has brought about substantial change to those programs, including the non-renewal of teaching contracts for four NIC faculty members. NIC will eliminate its Electronics Technology program next fall ... Read More

Wednesday, March 23, 2005

NIC to remain open during Spring Break March 28 through April 1

No classes are scheduled for North Idaho College students during Spring Break March 28 through April 1. Although administrative offices will remain open during Spring Break, hours in several departments will change. NIC's Molstead Library will be ... Read More

Wednesday, March 23, 2005

NIC Food Services Supervisor places in regional competition

  |photo1|North Idaho College Food Services Supervisor Steve Taylor placed in a food preparation and presentation competition at a recent National Association of College and University Food Services Conference. NIC was the only two-year college at the ... Read More

Tuesday, March 22, 2005

NIC interim men's basketball coach to stay at NIC

|photo1|Jared Phay, who stepped in last September to serve as head men's basketball coach at North Idaho College this past season, will remain as Cardinal head coach, NIC Athletics Director Al Williams announced Monday.   "Coach Phay rose to the ... Read More

Tuesday, March 22, 2005

Eighth-grader wins second annual regional spelling bee

Eighth-grader Matt Harlow of Hayden out spelled 55 other fourth- through eighth-graders from the five northern counties of Idaho to become the champion speller in the second annual North Idaho Regional Spelling Bee March 19 at North Idaho College.   ... Read More

Wednesday, March 16, 2005

Memorial scholarship established in honor of Scott Hague

Through contributions from family members, the North Idaho College Foundation has established the Scott Hague Memorial Scholarship in honor of NIC alumnus and community supporter Scott Hague, 40, who died as a result of cancer March 1 in Coeur d'Alene. ... Read More

Tuesday, March 15, 2005

NIC's 2004-2005 Popcorn Forum to debate today's issues

North Idaho College's Popcorn Forum Convocation Series Symposium was established 35 years ago to create a venue to explore topics relative to our society, from historical lessons to today's issues. Event organizers do not steer clear of the hot topics ... Read More

Monday, March 14, 2005

NIC nursing instructor contributes to community campaign

|photo1|North Idaho College Nursing Instructor Claudia Miewald knows the impact that the opening of the NIC Health and Sciences Building will have on the nursing program and its students as well as the campus as a whole. Miewald has been a nurse for 26 ... Read More

Friday, March 11, 2005

NIC presents Native American women's musical group ‘Ulali'

The three-woman musical group Ulali, which combines the sounds of traditional Native American song and contemporary music, will perform from noon to 2 p.m. Thursday, March 17 in the Lake Coeur d'Alene Room of North Idaho College's Edminster Student Union ... Read More

Thursday, March 10, 2005

Idaho Independent Bank donates to NIC campaign

|photo1|North Idaho College Foundation Executive Director Rayelle Anderson and NIC President Michael Burke accept a check from Idaho Independent Bank Executive Vice President Rod Colwell for the Providing Opportunities—Fulfilling Dreams Community Campaign ... Read More

Thursday, March 10, 2005

Wells Fargo contributes $25,000 to NIC community campaign

|photo1|Representatives from Wells Fargo present a $25,000 check to the North Idaho College Foundation for the Providing Opportunities—Fulfilling Dreams Community Campaign in support of technology and equipment needs for the Health and Sciences Building as ... Read More

Wednesday, March 9, 2005

NIC lecture addresses use of term derogatory to Native American women

Co-Director of the Women of Color Alliance Sonia Rosario will present “The ‘S' Word,” a documentary showing and lecture about the use of the word “squaw” in names of places in Idaho, at 6 p.m. Monday, March 14 in Molstead Library's Todd Lecture Hall on NIC's ... Read More

Wednesday, March 9, 2005

Cowles family contributes to the NIC campaign

The Harriet Cheney Cowles Foundation, a charitable foundation funded by Cowles Publishing Company of Spokane, recently contributed $25,000 to the North Idaho College Providing Opportunities—Fulfilling Dreams Community Campaign for technology for the new NIC ... Read More

Tuesday, March 8, 2005

NIC celebrates Women's History Month with film presentation

In honor of Women's History Month, North Idaho College is presenting “Iron Jawed Angels,” a film about women's suffrage, at 6 p.m. Thursday, March 10. The film recounts the struggle of suffragists who fought for the passage of the 19th Amendment to the U.S ... Read More

Tuesday, March 8, 2005

NIC students qualify for national BPA competition

Eleven students in the Business and Office Technology programs at North Idaho College placed at the recent state Business Professionals of America (BPA) competition in Boise March 4, qualifying them for the national competition. “These students compete ... Read More

Monday, March 7, 2005

Workshops help people prepare for NIC Job Fair

North Idaho College will help prepare job seekers for the NIC Job Fair April 22 with a series of workshops in March and April. The workshops begin Monday, March 14 with two separate half-hour informational sessions at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. in the Blue Creek Bay ... Read More

Monday, March 7, 2005

NIC powwow to be held March 18-19

The piece of land on which North Idaho College now sits once served as the Coeur d'Alene Tribe's winter home and gathering place. Now years later, Native Americans representing numerous tribes from across North America will again gather at this site called ... Read More

Friday, March 4, 2005

NIC English Instructor works as volunteer EMT; releases new book

An interest in medicine was not in Gala Muench's blood. Even as a child she had to hide any cuts from her mother who would immediately become a second patient from passing out at the sight of blood. Muench is a writer and artist with a master's degree in ... Read More

Wednesday, March 2, 2005

Prospective students encouraged to attend NIC's First Fridays

Those interested in attending North Idaho College are encouraged to attend March's First Friday March 4. The First Fridays program offers prospective students the opportunity to visit campus and learn about NIC's programs and services. Visitors will meet in ... Read More

Tuesday, March 1, 2005

Booth space still available at NIC Job Fair

Expose your business to hundreds of job seekers during the North Idaho College Job Fair Friday, April 22 in NIC's Christianson Gym. This event is one of the region's largest job fairs, featuring a variety of employers and businesses seeking part-time and ... Read More

Friday, Feb. 25, 2005

NIC Theater Department to hold auditions for spring play

The North Idaho College Theater Department will be holding auditions for its spring production of Steven Dietz's play Private Eyes March 1 and 2. Auditions will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. in Boswell Hall Room 001. Two females and two males who can play roles ... Read More

Friday, Feb. 25, 2005

NIC athletes honored for academic excellence

The North Idaho College athletes were honored recently for academic excellence by being named to the academic honor roll for fall semester. To be named to the honor roll, students must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 credits and have earned a 3.0 or higher ... Read More

Thursday, Feb. 24, 2005

NIC hires new Idaho Small Business Development Center director

North Idaho College recently hired John Overby to serve as the director of the Idaho Small Business Development Center. Overby most recently served as the director of business development for ALLOPTIC, Inc., a leading manufacturer of Ethernet Passive ... Read More

Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2005

Ceramic sculpture exhibit to open March 1 at NIC

A. Lee Ayars, a studio artist and ceramic arts instructor at Spokane Falls Community College, enjoys working with clay because it's adaptable like his works often are once they begin to take shape. “I normally start forming my sculptures with an idea in ... Read More

Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2005

Participants in North Idaho Regional Spelling Bee announced

A total of 60 fourth- through eighth-graders from the five northern counties of Idaho will participate in the second annual North Idaho Regional Spelling Bee March 19, the winner of which will receive an all expense paid trip to Washington, D.C. to ... Read More

Tuesday, Feb. 22, 2005

North Idaho College wrestling team earns national honors

The North Idaho College wrestling team captured the National Junior College Athletic Association Region 18 wrestling title Feb. 12 with a lopsided win at the regional tournament at Highline Community College. NIC qualified 10 wrestlers for the upcoming ... Read More

Tuesday, Feb. 22, 2005

Area middle schoolers take home awards from math competition

North Idaho middle school students were presented with numerous awards during the MATHCOUNTS regional competition Feb. 15 at North Idaho College. Approximately 70 middle school students from across the region participated in MATHCOUNTS, a national program ... Read More

Tuesday, Feb. 22, 2005

Spokane athlete accepts softball scholarship to NIC

University High School athlete Angie Boardman, of Spokane, recently signed a letter of intent to play softball at North Idaho College. Boardman was Greater Spokane League honorable mention infielder her sophomore year at University High School and was the ... Read More

Friday, Feb. 18, 2005

NIC presents Buffalo Soldiers talk in honor of Black History Month

Dressed in an authentic 1880s cavalry uniform, historical reenactor and educator Albert Wilkerson will act as Top Sergeant Wilkie as he brings alive the history of the “Peacekeepers of the Old West: The Buffalo Soldiers” at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 23 in North ... Read More

Friday, Feb. 18, 2005

NIC campus to close in honor of President's Day

North Idaho College will be closed Monday, Feb. 21 in observance of President's Day. Normal business hours, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays and 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Fridays, will resume Feb. 22. Read More

Friday, Feb. 18, 2005

NIC music department to present faculty recital

The North Idaho College music department will present its Faculty Music Recital at 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 27 in Boswell Hall Schuler Auditorium. NIC music instructors will perform a variety of pieces including Mozart's “Adagio in E Major,” Chick Corea's ... Read More

Friday, Feb. 18, 2005

NIC to host second annual All-Star basketball game in April

North Idaho College and the NIC Booster Club have been approved and sanctioned by the Idaho High School Activities Association to host the second annual Idaho High School All-Star Game for both boys and girls basketball April 9. The game, in doubleheader ... Read More

Thursday, Feb. 17, 2005

Former women's basketball player to speak at NIC Booster Club lunch

Former North Idaho College women's basketball player Mandy Jacques will be the featured speaker at the North Idaho College Booster Club luncheon at noon Tuesday, Feb. 22 at Cricket's Steakhouse and Oyster Bar on Fifth and Sherman in Coeur d'Alene. Jacques ... Read More

Thursday, Feb. 17, 2005

NIC program to host TRIO Day

North Idaho College's Student Support Services program will provide information to the campus and community Friday, Feb. 25. The open house from noon to 1 p.m. is being held in conjunction with National TRIO Day activities across the country. “We wanted to ... Read More

Thursday, Feb. 10, 2005

NIC officials to present during national community colleges convention

North Idaho College officials were recently invited to present a seminar on Customized Training Opportunities in China during the national American Association of Community Colleges national convention. President Michael Burke, Assistant Vice President for ... Read More

Tuesday, Feb. 8, 2005

Film presented in honor of Black History Month

The power of music to motivate, communicate and unite is the focus of the film documentary “Amandla,” which will be presented at 4 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 17 at North Idaho College in honor of Black History Month. The film tells the story of black South African ... Read More

Tuesday, Feb. 8, 2005

NIC offers community education classes in the Silver Valley

North Idaho College will offer several community education courses in the Silver Valley this spring that are open to the general public. Each course costs $15 per person and will be offered at the new Silver Valley Center, located at 323 Main Street in ... Read More

Monday, Feb. 7, 2005

NIC Theater Department to present winter production of Proof

The North Idaho College Theater Department's winter production of Proof opens Feb. 17, a 2001 Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning play about family, relationships and self-discovery. The title of the David Auburn play refers to a mathematical term meaning ... Read More

Monday, Feb. 7, 2005

NIC class schedule for summer session now online

The class schedule for North Idaho College's eight-week summer session is now available online. The schedule contains various start times and locations for hundreds of courses to meet students' specific needs for summer session. In addition, more condensed ... Read More

Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2005

NIC Silver Valley Center to celebrate grand opening

The North Idaho College Silver Valley Center welcomed students with the beginning of spring semester in January, but now will open its doors to the whole community with a grand opening celebration Saturday, Feb. 12. The event will include an open house from ... Read More

Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2005

NIC spring enrollment down slightly

Spring semester enrollment at North Idaho College experienced a slight decrease from 2004, reflecting the slight enrollment increase in the fall. “We only gained a small percentage in the fall and because it's common for students to finish programs and ... Read More

Friday, Jan. 28, 2005

Tax filing services available at NIC

North Idaho College accounting assistant students and other community volunteers will be offering free tax preparation services to those needing help this tax season. Through a grant from the NIC Foundation, the Accounting Assistant program was able to ... Read More

Friday, Jan. 28, 2005

Prospective students encouraged to attend NIC's First Fridays

Those interested in attending North Idaho College are encouraged to attend February's First Friday Feb. 4. The First Fridays program offers prospective students the opportunity to visit campus and learn about NIC's programs and services. Visitors will meet ... Read More

Thursday, Jan. 27, 2005

Business entities course offered at NIC Workforce Training Center

Those who are thinking about starting a business or current business owners looking to change their business structure are encouraged to participate in the Idaho Business Entities class offered by the Idaho Small Business Development Center. In the course ... Read More

Tuesday, Jan. 25, 2005

NIC career workshop helps participants find a career match

North Idaho College's Career Services will help match participants' skills to ideal careers during career workshops in January and February. The “Design Your Ideal Career” workshops will help match individuals with the career best suited for them. Using ... Read More

Tuesday, Jan. 25, 2005

NIC's annual jazz concert promises high energy

It's not unusual to see audience members dancing in the aisles at the North Idaho College Jazz Ensemble's performance of JazzNIC. “It's a lot of fun,” said NIC Jazz Ensemble director Terry Jones. “Many people believe it's our best concert of the ... Read More

Monday, Jan. 24, 2005

Idaho native to perform comedy at NIC

Comedian Dan Cummins, who performs across the country at comedy clubs and colleges, will entertain an audience at North Idaho College with his personal and observational humor and comedic songs at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 1 in the NIC Activities Center, on the ... Read More

Friday, Jan. 21, 2005

Gonzaga assistant coach to speak at NIC Booster Club luncheon

Gonzaga University assistant men's basketball coach Bill Grier will be the featured speaker at the North Idaho College Booster Club luncheon at noon Tuesday, Jan. 25 at the Hot Rod Café in Post Falls. As the defensive coordinator for the Bulldogs, Grier has ... Read More

Thursday, Jan. 20, 2005

NIC to add three new professional-technical programs; will reinstate welding program

North Idaho College will add three new professional-technical programs and reinstate a former program for fall semester 2005. Three new programs Outdoor Power/Recreational Vehicle Technology, Landscape Technology and the Human Resources Assistant program ... Read More

Thursday, Jan. 20, 2005

Stimson Lumber Company contributes to NIC campaign; funds to support student scholarships

Stimson Lumber Company has been a neighbor to the North Idaho College campus since the company purchased the DeArmond mill in 2000. Stimson showed its commitment to education and the community recently through a $25,000 gift to the NIC Providing ... Read More

Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2005

NIC presents Banff Mountain Film Festival

North Idaho College's Outdoor Pursuits program is presenting the Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour Sunday, Jan. 30 at NIC. The Banff Mountain Film Festival is an annual international competition featuring the world's best films on mountain subjects ... Read More

Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2005

NIC offers class for seniors looking for partners

Single senior citizens looking for loving relationships can learn how to find a mature partner during North Idaho College's new “Seasoned and Single” class. The course instructor Kathleen Lamanna, who is a motivational speaker, teacher and certified personal ... Read More

Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2005

Painting exhibit based on teacher's experience to open Jan. 31 at NIC

MacKenzie Hawley has been teaching art to children, high school students and adults at the postsecondary level for 20 years. “I believe the arts provide a unique environment in which the students can think and process in nontraditional ways,” Hawley said ... Read More

Tuesday, Jan. 18, 2005

NIC announces Dean's List for fall semester

North Idaho College recently announced the Dean's List for fall semester 2004. Students eligible for the Dean's List must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 credits and obtain a grade point average of 3.75 or above. Students are listed below by ... Read More

Friday, Jan. 14, 2005

NIC Career Services director to speak at state conference

North Idaho College Career Services Director Gail Laferriere was recently chosen to serve as the Idaho Career Development Association's Distinguished Speaker at the Idaho Counseling Association Conference in January. Laferriere is a Master Career Counselor ... Read More

Friday, Jan. 14, 2005

Several area medical centers support NIC campaign

North Idaho College plays a vital role in producing health care technicians in various fields throughout the region. Two northern Idaho health care organizations recognized NIC's role in helping to provide quality health care in the community by producing ... Read More

Friday, Jan. 14, 2005

NIC campus to close in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr., Day

North Idaho College will be closed Monday, Jan. 17 in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr., Day. Normal business hours, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays and 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Fridays, will resume Jan. 17. Spring semester classes begin Jan. 18. Read More

Thursday, Jan. 13, 2005

NIC workforce training officials to lead Seattle workshop

North Idaho College Assistant Vice President for Instruction Robert Ketchum and Customized Training Director Vern Jenkins were recently selected to present a workshop at the Globalization and the Community College conference in Seattle this month. The two ... Read More

Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2005

Open your heart to support NIC students

Open your heart to deserving North Idaho College students by attending the Open Your Heart Valentine's Dance from 7 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 12 in the Coeur d'Alene Resort Convention Center. People will be dancing the night away to music by well-known local ... Read More

Friday, Jan. 7, 2005

NIC prepares for classes at new Silver Valley Center

North Idaho College plans to open the doors of the new Silver Valley Center for spring semester classes beginning Jan. 18. “We've provided courses at various sites within Shoshone County for the past several years,” said NIC Distance Education Director ... Read More

Friday, Jan. 7, 2005

NIC new student orientation prepares students for the reality of college

Reality is about to hit and NIC wants new students starting at NIC this spring to be ready when it does. That's why NIC will play host to about 250-300 new students during " Reality Hits NIC ,” this year's version of the spring semester new student ... Read More

Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2005

NIC Community Education instructor to support water project in Africa

North Idaho College Community Education Instructor Renee Bourque will travel to Ethiopia and Kenya later this month through her position as project manager and fund developer for 21st Century Basic Human Services, a nonprofit organization that supports water ... Read More

Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2005

NIC Workforce Training Center offers workshop for entrepreneurs

Those who currently own or are thinking of opening a small business are encouraged to attend a free workshop about the NxLeveL program Tuesday, Jan. 11 at the North Idaho College Workforce Training Center. The workshop will introduce participants to the ... Read More

Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2005

Register now for spring semester classes at NIC

North Idaho College's spring classes begin Jan. 18 and individuals who are hoping to enroll must register for classes as soon as possible. New students should begin the process by applying for admission online at www.nic.edu or in person at the Admissions ... Read More

Monday, Jan. 3, 2005

NIC softball players, coaches to lead clinic

The North Idaho College softball coaching staff and players will host a three-session hitting clinic from 9:30 a.m. to noon Saturdays Jan. 15, 22 and 29. This in-depth hitting clinic is open to participants age 12 to 18 and will be progressive in ... Read More

Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2004

Five students top the NIC Speech Contest

Five students received awards for winning the annual North Idaho College Fall Speech Contest Dec. 17, earning awards for speeches written and presented through their coursework in Communications 101 classes throughout the semester. Students from 26 ... Read More

Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2004

NIC Wild Game Feast to feature wild game menu

Attendees at the North Idaho College Alumni Association's sixth annual Wild Game Feast Saturday, Jan. 15 will enjoy wild game delicacies rarely available to the casual diner. This year's event features a four-course meal created by Coeur d'Alene Inn Chef ... Read More

Monday, Dec. 20, 2004

NIC to close for holiday break

The North Idaho College campus will close for the holidays Dec. 24 through Jan. 2. Campus will reopen at 7:30 a.m. Jan. 3. NIC's Molstead Library will be closed from Dec. 23 to Jan. 18, the start of spring semester. Read More

Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2004

NIC Student Support Services director elected to state board

North Idaho College Student Support Services Director Barb Lundberg was recently elected president of the Idaho Association of TRIO Programs, a position she will hold for a two-year term. TRIO programs, funded through the U.S. Department of Education ... Read More

Friday, Dec. 10, 2004

NIC coaches and players to lead Christmas basketball camp

The North Idaho College men's basketball staff is encouraging area youth to use their Christmas break to improve their basketball skills. The Cardinal Christmas Basketball Camp Dec. 27-29 is open to boys and girls in third through eighth grades. Participants ... Read More

Thursday, Dec. 9, 2004

NIC Foundation awards more than $49,000 in grants

The North Idaho College Foundation announced Thursday the recipients of $49,487 in grant money awarded this year through the NIC Foundation Grant Program. Funded by gifts received throughout the year, the NIC Foundation has awarded $567,185 to fund 115 ... Read More

Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2004

NIC receives award for its Adopt-a-Crag event

Access Fund, a national climbing organization, recently presented the Western U.S. Adopt-a-Crag of the Year Award to North Idaho College for supporting Adopt-a-Crag Day in Post Falls this fall. NIC's Outdoor Pursuits Coordinator Paul Chivvis and Rusty Baille ... Read More

Monday, Dec. 6, 2004

NIC Student Activities director appointed to regional board

North Idaho College Student Activities Director Dean Bennett was recently appointed to the Association of College Unions International Region 14 Leadership Team. He will serve as the web coordinator for the leadership team, a group that oversees the regional ... Read More

Friday, Dec. 3, 2004

Tickets on sale now for NIC Foundation's Really BIG Raffle

How about buying your loved one a house for Christmas this year? Tickets are on sale now for a chance to win a $200,000 custom home in the North Idaho College Foundation's Really BIG Raffle. “Think BIG this holiday season and give your loved ones a chance ... Read More

Friday, Dec. 3, 2004

NIC Christmas concert to feature holiday sing-along

This year's annual holiday concert at North Idaho College Dec. 11 and 12 will include the traditional holiday songs and the sing-alongs that bring the crowd to its feet each year. “Sounds of Christmas” will feature several military-themed pieces with marches ... Read More

Friday, Dec. 3, 2004

NIC to pack the house Dec. 9 for wrestling match

Wrestling fans will be admitted to a day full of action for just $1 with a food donation during North Idaho College's Pack the House event Thursday, Dec. 9. Coeur d'Alene High School will face off against Sentinel of Missoula at 3:30 p.m. in NIC's ... Read More

Friday, Dec. 3, 2004

NIC Diversity Events Committee presents winter fiesta

The North Idaho College Diversity Events Committee is hoping to spice up the winter season with “Fiesta de Diciembre” Friday, Dec. 10 at the Harding Family Center, located at 411 N. 15th Street in Coeur d'Alene. The winter fiesta will include children's ... Read More

Thursday, Dec. 2, 2004

Tickets on sale now for NIC's Wild Game Feast

Have someone on your Christmas shopping list with wild taste? Tickets are now on sale for the North Idaho College Alumni Association's sixth annual Wild Game Feast Saturday, Jan. 15. This year's event features a four-course meal of unusual wild game ... Read More

Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2004

Wine festival to benefit NIC cheerleading squad

The North Idaho College cheerleaders are hosting a wine tasting event to raise funds for this year's squad. The Holiday Wine Festival will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Monday, Dec. 6 at Beverly's Restaurant in the Coeur d'Alene Resort. The event will include ... Read More

Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2004

NIC Nursing Department to hold admissions information sessions

Pre-nursing students interested in applying for admission to either the Registered Nursing or Practical Nursing program at North Idaho College are encouraged to attend an information session Dec. 10. NIC Nursing Department staff and faculty will hand out ... Read More

Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2004

NIC leadership class to host reception for Art on the Edge children

Each year the students in the North Idaho College leadership development class develop their leadership skills by creating and completing a service project within the community. This year, the class decided to work with Art on the Edge, a nonprofit ... Read More

Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2004

NIC partners with The Backup to provide computer-based training

Using traditional instructor-led classes and experiential hands-on training, North Idaho College's Workforce Training Center has delivered successful customized training programs to the private and public sectors locally, nationally and even internationally ... Read More

Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2004

NIC volleyball team takes 10th at nationals

The North Idaho College volleyball team placed 10th in the National Junior College Athletic Association tournament Nov. 22-24 in West Plains, Mo. This was the Cardinals' first national berth in NIC history after a 24-30, 30-22, 30-19, 30-19 win over Snow ... Read More

Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2004

NIC career workshop helps participants design careers

North Idaho College's Career Services will help match participants' skills to ideal careers during career workshops in December. The “Design Your Ideal Career” workshops will help match individuals with the career best suited for them. Using the ... Read More

Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2004

NIC players selected to the soccer NWAACC All-Stars team

Five North Idaho College soccer players were selected to the Northwest Athletic Association of Community Colleges Northeast Division All-Stars team for the 2004 season. NIC men's soccer NWAACC All-Stars include Garga Caserta, a forward originally from ... Read More

Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2004

NIC to present address by Coeur d'Alene Tribal Chairman

North Idaho College's Diversity Events Committee is sponsoring a presentation by Coeur d'Alene Tribal Chairman Ernie Stensgar at noon Tuesday, Nov. 30 in the Driftwood Bay Room of NIC's Edminster Student Union Building. The presentation during American ... Read More

Monday, Nov. 22, 2004

NIC presents performance by comedian Kyle Cease

The North Idaho College Student Events Board presents a performance by comedian Kyle Cease at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 3 in the Activities Center on the lower level of NIC's Edminster Student Union Building. By the age of 18, Cease became the youngest headlining ... Read More

Monday, Nov. 22, 2004

Prospective students encouraged to attend NIC's First Fridays

Those interested in attending North Idaho College are encouraged to attend December's First Friday Dec. 3. The First Fridays program offers prospective students the opportunity to visit campus and learn about NIC's programs and services. Visitors will meet ... Read More

Friday, Nov. 19, 2004

NIC softball player named All-American scholar-athlete

Former North Idaho College softball player Jill Oglesbee was recently named as an All-American Scholar-Athlete for the 2003-2004 season by the National Fastpitch Coaches Association. Oglesbee received the award in the junior college division for earning a ... Read More

Friday, Nov. 19, 2004

NIC campus closed for Thanksgiving holiday

The North Idaho College campus will be closed Nov. 24 through Nov. 28 for the Thanksgiving holiday. NIC's Molstead Library will reopen at noon Nov. 27. Regular classes will resume Nov. 29. Read More

Friday, Nov. 19, 2004

Regional sports official to speak at NIC Booster Club Luncheon

Dan Malcolm, longtime Coeur d'Alene resident and regional sports official, will be the featured speaker at the North Idaho College Booster Club luncheon at noon Tuesday, Nov. 30 at the Outback Steakhouse in Coeur d'Alene. The NIC Booster Club holds its ... Read More

Thursday, Nov. 18, 2004

NIC volleyball team heads to national tourney

The North Idaho College volleyball team is heading to nationals for the first time in the college's history after a 24-30, 30-22, 30-19, 30-19 win over Snow College in the Nov. 13 tournament for the Region 18 North championship. Kara Kiefer was named MVP of ... Read More

Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2004

NIC soccer players earn academic honors

Two North Idaho College soccer players have been selected to the Northwest Athletic Association of Community Colleges All-Academic Team. Forward Michael Wold of the NIC men's soccer team was selected to the NWAACC All-Academic Team with a 3.29 GPA. Wold is a ... Read More

Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2004

NIC to present Warren Miller's ski and snowboard film 'Impact'

If you missed the Spokane showing of this year's Warren Miller film, here's your second chance. North Idaho College's Snowriders Club will present the 55th annual winter sports film from Warren Miller Entertainment titled “Impact” at NIC Wednesday, Dec ... Read More

Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2004

NIC spring semester registration begins Nov. 19

New and returning student registration for spring semester 2005 at North Idaho College begins Friday, Nov. 19 and continues through Jan. 12. New and returning students must meet with an academic adviser in NIC Student Services to register. Registration ... Read More

Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2004

Human rights leader to speak at NIC about African AIDS epidemic

The 35th year of North Idaho College's Popcorn Forum Convocation Series continues with a presentation by human rights philanthropist Greg Carr Tuesday, Nov. 23 at NIC. Carr has recently spent time in Africa and has signed an agreement to work with the ... Read More

Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2004

Monk to speak about Tibetan government at NIC

The venerable Geshe Thupten Phelgye will speak about the Tibetan Parliament In-Exile as well as his charitable work serving the poor and sick and advocating vegetarianism and compassion for animals at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 19 in Molstead Library's Todd Lecture ... Read More

Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2004

NIC honors American Indian History Month

North Idaho College is hosting a variety of events and lectures in honor of American Indian History Month in November. The following events are free and sponsored by the NIC Diversity Events Committee: Nov. 18 American Indian Film “Smoke Signals” 7 p.m. in ... Read More

Monday, Nov. 15, 2004

NIC Theater Department to hold auditions for winter play

The North Idaho College Theater Department will be holding auditions for its winter production of David Auburn's Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winning play Proof Nov. 22 and Nov. 23. Auditions will be held from 6:30 to 9 p.m. in Boswell Hall Schuler ... Read More

Monday, Nov. 15, 2004

NIC Idaho SBDC director earns state award

Idaho Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Regional Director John Lynn was recently selected as the recipient of a statewide award from the Association of Small Business Development Centers. Lynn received the State Star Award, which is presented annually ... Read More

Thursday, Nov. 11, 2004

Silver Valley workshop covers how to enroll in college

Learn the benefits of higher education and how to apply for financial aid and admission during two free workshops sponsored by the Educational Opportunity Center of Northern Idaho (EOC) Tuesday, Nov. 16 in Kellogg. The workshops will cover determining a ... Read More

Thursday, Nov. 11, 2004

NIC to jazz up holiday season with fall concert

The North Idaho College Jazz Ensemble will team up with the vocal group JazzCo. to spice up the holiday season with a fast-paced jazz concert “Two Groups, One Night” Saturday, Nov. 20. The NIC Jazz Ensemble will perform a Latin piece by Stan Kenton called ... Read More

Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2004

North Idaho consortium receives grant to improve long term care and supportive services systems

Coeur d'Alene, ID – North Idaho Linkages Caring for Older Adults, a consortium of North Idaho College Aging and Adult Services, Region 1 of the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare and the Panhandle Health Department, was selected to receive a $150,000 ... Read More

Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2004

NIC to host regional volleyball tournament; CSI disqualified

North Idaho College Athletics Director Al Williams was notified Wednesday morning that NIC will host the Region 18A National Junior College Athletic Association volleyball tournament on Saturday, Nov. 13 in NIC's Christianson Gym. The NJCAA executive ... Read More

Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2004

NIC's Phi Theta Kappa chapter to present pop culture symposium

The North Idaho College chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, an international honor society for two-year colleges, will present the last forum of its two-part symposium at NIC this fall focused on popular culture. The symposium is part of the chapter's exploration of ... Read More

Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2004

NIC coaches and players to lead Christmas basketball camp

The North Idaho College men's basketball staff is encouraging area youth to use their Christmas break to improve their basketball skills. The Cardinal Christmas Basketball Camp Dec. 27-29 is open to boys and girls in third through eighth grades. Participants ... Read More

Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2004

Area high schoolers take home awards from NIC's math contest

North Idaho high school students were presented with numerous awards during the North Idaho College math department's 23rd annual Math Contest Nov. 9. High school students from Lake City, Lakeland, Post Falls, Sandpoint, Kootenai, Potlatch, St. Maries ... Read More

Friday, Nov. 5, 2004

NIC Booster Club to host basketball all-class reunion

The North Idaho College Booster Club will celebrate 65 years of the NIC basketball program by honoring basketball players of the past and present during the Men's Basketball All-Class Reunion Nov. 12-13. Current and former NIC men's basketball players and ... Read More

Friday, Nov. 5, 2004

NIC's Outdoor Pursuits offering Utah desert backpacking trip

North Idaho College's Outdoor Pursuits program is offering a desert backpacking trip to Southern Utah's Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Nov. 23-28. Participants will travel 800 miles by van to Escalante, Utah, spending the first night in The ... Read More

Thursday, Nov. 4, 2004

Workshop offered in Sandpoint to cover how to enroll in college

Learn the benefits of higher education and how to apply for financial aid and admission during free workshops sponsored by the Educational Opportunity Center of Northern Idaho (EOC) Tuesday, Nov. 9 in Sandpoint. The workshops will cover determining a career ... Read More

Thursday, Nov. 4, 2004

NIC to present crime prevention techniques during workshop series

North Idaho College is presenting a series of workshops to teach people crime prevention techniques for protecting oneself from violence, crime and identity theft. The “Refuse to be a Victim” workshops are designed to help people crime-proof their ... Read More

Thursday, Nov. 4, 2004

NIC's United Way fundraising events raise more than $13,500

|photo1|This year's North Idaho College United Way Week fundraising campaign raised approximately $13,500 for United Way through various events. A total of 12 teams participated in the chili cook-off dressing to the theme “For the Love of Books” and raising ... Read More

Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2004

Popcorn Forum presenter speaks on race issues from new book

North Idaho College's Popcorn Forum Convocation Series will explore the power and influence of racial groups in America with a presentation by author Dominic Pulera on his book “Sharing the Dream: White Males in Multicultural America” at 9 a.m. Monday, Nov. 8 ... Read More

Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2004

NIC Nursing Department to hold admissions information sessions

Pre-nursing students interested in applying for admission to either the Registered Nursing or Practical Nursing program at North Idaho College are encouraged to attend an information session Nov. 12. NIC Nursing Department staff and faculty will hand out ... Read More

Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2004

NIC band director selected to state music board

North Idaho College Band Director and Music Instructor Terry Jones was recently selected to the board of the Idaho Music Educators Association, the state division of the National Organization for Music Education. Jones will serve as the chair of higher ... Read More

Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2004

Prospective students encouraged to attend NIC's First Fridays

Those interested in attending North Idaho College are encouraged to attend November's First Friday Nov. 5. The First Fridays program offers prospective students the opportunity to visit campus and learn about NIC's programs and services. Visitors will meet ... Read More

Monday, Nov. 1, 2004

Explore career options during Career Development Week at NIC

North Idaho College's Career Services has the resources to help individuals discover the perfect career and the education and training necessary to attain it. Career Services will show NIC students and community members how to utilize those resources during ... Read More

Monday, Nov. 1, 2004

NIC to show students options for transferring to four-year schools

North Idaho College will help link students with four-year colleges and universities during Transfer Day Tuesday, Nov. 9. More than a dozen colleges and universities will display information in NIC's Edminster Student Union Building foyer from 9 a.m. to 1 ... Read More

Friday, Oct. 29, 2004

Area middle school students to perform with NIC Symphonic Band

About 300 middle school students from throughout the region will perform with the North Idaho College Symphonic Band in the Gathering of the Bands concert Wednesday, Nov. 10. This annual event brings together eighth-grade band members from area middle ... Read More

Friday, Oct. 29, 2004

NIC announces United Way Chili Cook-Off winners

More than 100 people attended this year's North Idaho College United Way Chili Cook-Off taste-testing chili concoctions brewed up by 12 teams. Each team dressed and decorated their station to the theme “For the Love of Books.” Participants included: ... Read More

Thursday, Oct. 28, 2004

Typography exhibit to open Nov. 8 in NIC Corner Gallery

Graphic artist Matt Tullis knows that typestyles say much more than just the words they spell. Tullis' extensive research in typography led to the creation of “Alternative Typestyles,” an exhibit on display Nov. 8 through Dec. 3 in North Idaho College's ... Read More

Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2004

NIC to hold annual alumni wrestling match

The North Idaho College Red-Gray Intra-squad wrestling match will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 28 in NIC's Christianson Gym. The match will determine the starting lineup for the alumni match at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 30 in Christianson Gym. The alumni ... Read More

Monday, Oct. 25, 2004

NIC's Phi Theta Kappa chapter to present pop culture symposium

The North Idaho College chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, an international honor society for two-year colleges, will present a symposium at NIC this fall focused on popular culture. The two-part symposium is part of the chapter's exploration of this year's Phi ... Read More

Friday, Oct. 22, 2004

NIC presents annual United Way Chili Cook-Off

North Idaho College students and employees are rolling up their sleeves for the college's zaniest event of the year—NIC's United Way Chili Cook-Off. The 12th annual event will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 29 in the Lake Coeur d'Alene ... Read More

Friday, Oct. 22, 2004

NIC elementary education students to host Family Math Night

North Idaho College elementary education students are presenting Family Math Night from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 27 at Skyway Elementary School in Coeur d'Alene. Skyway Elementary third, fourth and fifth graders will choose from 13 activities that ... Read More

Friday, Oct. 22, 2004

NIC hosts activities in honor of drug and alcohol awareness week

North Idaho College students will learn about alternatives to drugs and alcohol and the consequences of use during Drug and Alcohol Awareness Week Oct. 25-29 at NIC. The event is being held in conjunction with Red Ribbon Week, which was established after the ... Read More

Friday, Oct. 22, 2004

PFHS football coach Lee to speak at NIC Booster Club Luncheon

Jerry Lee, head football coach at Post Falls High School, will be the featured speaker at the North Idaho College Booster Club luncheon at noon Tuesday, Oct. 26 at the International House of Pancakes on Fourth Street in Coeur d'Alene. The NIC Booster Club ... Read More

Thursday, Oct. 21, 2004

Women's Health Coach to visit NIC

The Women's Health Services Coach, a program of Sacred Heart Medical Center and Inland Imaging of Spokane, will provide mammography services on NIC's campus from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 28 and from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 29. The coach is a ... Read More

Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2004

NIC Workforce Training Center to celebrate 10th anniversary

The North Idaho College Workforce Training Center in Post Falls will celebrate its 10th anniversary Wednesday, Oct. 27 with an open house. Community members are welcome to attend from 2 to 4 p.m. for refreshments and to learn about the offerings of the ... Read More

Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2004

Vegetable oil-powered bus to visit NIC to encourage outdoor recreation

A 36-foot bus powered by used vegetable oil and solar power will visit North Idaho College's campus Friday, Oct. 29 spreading awareness of outdoor activities and encouraging leadership. The bus is a mobile program of the National Outdoor Leadership School, a ... Read More

Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2004

NIC Foundation selects new board officers for 2004-2005

|photo1|The North Idaho College Foundation Board of Directors recently selected its officers for the 2004-2005 academic year. Dick Sams will serve as NIC Foundation board president. Sams has spent the past eight years at the Coeur d'Alene branch of Wells ... Read More

Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2004

NIC Nursing Department to hold admissions information sessions

Pre-nursing students interested in applying for admission to either the Registered Nursing or Practical Nursing program at North Idaho College are encouraged to attend one of two information sessions Oct. 21 and 22. NIC Nursing Department staff and faculty ... Read More

Thursday, Oct. 14, 2004

Community invited to NIC Board of Trustees Candidate's Forum

The community is encouraged to attend the North Idaho College Board of Trustees Candidate's Forum at 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 25 in the Lake Coeur d'Alene Room of Edminster Student Union Building on NIC's main campus. Two positions are open for the Nov. 2 general ... Read More

Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2004

NIC nursing students host Whole Person Health Fair

North Idaho College nursing students have a natural interest in public health and the student nursing association is always seeking community service projects to reach out to the community. So when the North Idaho Parish Nurse Association approached the ... Read More

Monday, Oct. 11, 2004

NIC Theater Department to present fall production of 'Gint'

The North Idaho College Theater Department's fall production of "Gint" opens Oct. 28 and with fast-paced scenes and tongue-in-cheek humor. “This is a beautiful play that promises to be a unique and exciting evening of theater,” said NIC Theater Director Joe ... Read More

Monday, Oct. 11, 2004

NIC Booster Club to host basketball all-class reunion

The North Idaho College Booster Club wants to celebrate 65 years of the NIC basketball program by honoring basketball players of the past and present during the Men's Basketball All-Class Reunion Nov. 12-13. The NIC Booster Club is currently seeking former ... Read More

Monday, Oct. 11, 2004

North Idaho College Board of Trustees meeting notice

The North Idaho College Board of Trustees will meet in executive session at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13 in the Sherman Administration Building Conference Room. The purpose of the meeting is covered by Idaho Code Section 67-2345 (c), which addresses ... Read More

Friday, Oct. 8, 2004

NIC Columbus Day presentation to explore historical inaccuracies

A Columbus Day presentation at North Idaho College will explore the historical accuracy of how the nation's public education system portrays Christopher Columbus and his voyage to America. NIC History Instructor Sharla Chittick Trainor will present The Real ... Read More

Thursday, Oct. 7, 2004

NIC presents performance of Utah Repertory Dance Theatre

The public will have the chance to experience the foundations of modern dance during a performance by the Utah Repertory Dance Theatre at 7 p.m. Oct. 13 at North Idaho College. The Utah Repertory Dance Theatre was founded in 1966 as a professional modern ... Read More

Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2004

NIC hires new alumni coordinator

North Idaho College recently hired Sara Fladeland as the new coordinator of alumni relations in the NIC Development Office. In that role, Fladeland will be responsible for overseeing the NIC Alumni Association and its more than 2,000 members while building ... Read More

Friday, Oct. 1, 2004

NIC's student body officers elected

North Idaho College student body leaders were recently elected for the 2004-2005 school year. The Associated Students of NIC (ASNIC) represent the college's 4,519 students with an eight-member senate, which is presided over by the ASNIC president and vice ... Read More

Wednesday, Sept. 29, 2004

NIC officials to speak about China initiative at national convention

North Idaho College workforce training officials will lead a presentation on “Business and Industry Training in China” during a national convention of an American Association of Community Colleges council. NIC Workforce Training Center Director Robert ... Read More

Wednesday, Sept. 22, 2004

NIC Small Business Development Center to host patent researching seminar

The North Idaho College's Idaho Small Business Development Center will host a one-day workshop designed for inventors and entrepreneurs on how to conduct patent and trademark research on Friday, Oct. 8. The first session from 9 to 11 a.m. is free and will ... Read More

Wednesday, Sept. 22, 2004

NIC adult education program utilizes partnerships: Profile featured on U.S. Department of Education website

When North Idaho College's Adult Basic Education (ABE) program began forming partnerships in its five-county northern Idaho service area, directors aimed to link programs that share clientele. Administrators knew that the collaboration would benefit the ... Read More

Tuesday, Sept. 21, 2004

NIC Residence Hall advisers get involved

North Idaho College's Residence Hall is nearly full this year with 200 student residents in the state-of-the-art facility that holds 202. Six resident advisers in the NIC Residence Hall provide all live-in support for residents under the direction of NIC ... Read More

Monday, Sept. 20, 2004

NIC to dedicate soccer field in honor of former coach Eisenwinter

The North Idaho College Athletics Department will dedicate the NIC soccer field in honor of former NIC soccer head coach Bill Eisenwinter between the women's and men's soccer games in the doubleheader against Walla Walla Community College Wednesday, Sept ... Read More

Friday, Sept. 17, 2004

Diversity speaker to present community workshop at NIC

Well-known human rights and diversity speaker Sam Byrd will present a free community workshop focused on “Creating Inclusive Communities and Organizations” from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 28 in the Lake Coeur d'Alene Room of Edminster Student Union ... Read More

Friday, Sept. 17, 2004

Collaborative mixed media exhibit to open Oct. 4 in NIC Corner Gallery

Spokane artists Gordon Wilson and Scott Kolbo have worked together before, Wilson the current chair of the Whitworth College art department and Kolbo a Whitworth assistant art professor. But the two teamed up in a different way recently to create a ... Read More

Friday, Sept. 17, 2004

Troxel to speak at NIC Booster Club Luncheon

Van Troxel, head football coach at Lake City High School, will be the featured speaker at the North Idaho College Booster Club luncheon at noon Tuesday, Sept. 28 at Tony's Supper Club in Coeur d'Alene. Troxel has been the football coach at Lake City since ... Read More

Thursday, Sept. 16, 2004

NIC women's basketball signs two new recruits, two assistant coaches

North Idaho College Women's Basketball recently added two new players and two new coaches in preparation for the 2004-2005 season. Megan McIntyre, a 5-foot, 11-inch forward from Watsonia Melbourne, Australia, was selected as her team's most valuable player ... Read More

Wednesday, Sept. 15, 2004

Scates' believe in giving to education; make $25,000 gift to NIC campaign

Bob and Elisabeth Scates believe that North Idaho College plays a significant role in the economy of North Idaho, especially in the field of health care. Both in the health care industry themselves, Bob as a former dentist and Elisabeth as a former registered ... Read More

Wednesday, Sept. 15, 2004

NIC student earns $1,000 scholarship from Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation

|photo1|North Idaho College student Kyle Pringle, Old Town, Idaho, was recently awarded a $1,000 scholarship from the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. Pringle is one of 350 two-year college students nationwide to receive the scholarship, which is awarded to ... Read More

Wednesday, Sept. 15, 2004

NIC's Jared Phay to serve as interim men's basketball head coach

North Idaho College Athletics Director Al Williams announced today that current men's basketball assistant coach Jared Phay will serve as the interim head coach for NIC's men's basketball team this season. “The interest in the men's basketball head coaching ... Read More

Wednesday, Sept. 15, 2004

The journey of a lifetime: NIC ABE instructor completes 2,600-mile hike

Everyone has had that “someday” dream that they've kicked around in their head for years. “Someday, I'm going to…” take a cruise, build a dream house, skydive, or a leave on an uncharted road trip. But somehow the seemingly unattainable dream is often left ... Read More

Tuesday, Sept. 14, 2004

NIC sets new enrollment record; up 1.5 percent

With increases in full-time academic students as well as its dual enrollment program for high school juniors and seniors, North Idaho College has established a new all-time enrollment record of 4,519 students for the 2004 fall semester. The increase of 67 ... Read More

Monday, Sept. 13, 2004

Space still available for seminar on doing business in China

North Idaho College and the Coeur d'Alene Area Chamber of Commerce are cosponsoring an international business seminar focused on the rapidly-expanding market in China. The introductory seminar “Doing Business in China” will be offered from 9 a.m. to noon ... Read More

Tuesday, Sept. 7, 2004

Dozens of volunteers involved in NIC community campaign

The various backgrounds and experiences of each of the more than 200 volunteers for the North Idaho College Foundation's Providing Opportunities—Fulfilling Dreams community campaign is what NIC Foundation Executive Director Rayelle Anderson credits with the ... Read More

Thursday, Sept. 2, 2004

NIC Theater Department to hold auditions for fall play

The North Idaho College Theater Department will be holding auditions for its fall production of Gint. Auditions for five female and four male roles will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 7 and Wednesday, Sept. 8 in Boswell Hall Schuler Auditorium ... Read More

Thursday, Sept. 2, 2004

NIC head men's basketball coach to lead Tennessee program

North Idaho College men's basketball coach Hugh Watson announced today that he is resigning from his head coaching position at NIC. Watson has accepted a head coaching position at a NCAA Division II school in Tennessee, where Watson hales from originally and ... Read More

Thursday, Sept. 2, 2004

NIC to hold information sessions for LPNs seeking RN degree

North Idaho College's Health Professions and Nursing Division will host two separate informational sessions for current licensed practical nurses interested in advanced placement in NIC's Registered Nursing program. The informational sessions will be at noon ... Read More

Thursday, Sept. 2, 2004

Book exhibit closes Sept. 9 in NIC Corner Gallery

A collection of artist-made books are currently on exhibit in the North Idaho College Boswell Hall Corner Gallery's Handmade Books Exhibit. The exhibit features books from the James Castle Collection as well as pieces from A Buncha Book Artists (ABBA), a ... Read More

Thursday, Sept. 2, 2004

NIC's Outdoor Pursuits encourages climbing community to give back

North Idaho College's Outdoor Pursuits in conjunction with the Kootenai Climbers and Spokane Mountaineers is encouraging the community to give back to their local climbing area by participating in Adopt-A-Crag climbing crag cleanup at Q'emiln Riverside Park ... Read More

Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2004

Seminar to focus on doing business in China

North Idaho College and the Coeur d'Alene Area Chamber of Commerce are cosponsoring an international business seminar focused on the rapidly-expanding market in China. The introductory seminar “Doing Business in China” will be offered from 9 a.m. to noon ... Read More

Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2004

NIC campus to close for Labor Day

North Idaho College will be closed Monday, Sept. 6 in honor of Labor Day. Normal business hours, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays and 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Fridays, will resume Sept. 7. Read More

Tuesday, Aug. 31, 2004

NIC cheerleaders bring home five awards from camp

The North Idaho College cheerleading squad returned from a recent Universal Cheerleaders Association summer camp with top awards in every category they participated in. The three-day camp held at Eastern Washington University in Cheney, Wash. included ... Read More

Monday, Aug. 30, 2004

NIC presents outdoor film festival

North Idaho College will present an outdoor film festival Sept. 17 featuring a series of short and feature-length films from the Mountain Film Festival. The program showcases animations, cultural documentaries and adventure films woven into the presentation ... Read More

Friday, Aug. 27, 2004

NIC Shuttle Express offers a no-hassle parking option to NIC students

For the fourth year, North Idaho College will offer Shuttle Express services beginning with the start of fall semester Aug. 30 to help alleviate the parking pinch on campus. NIC will once again provide shuttle service for NIC students, employees and visitors ... Read More

Friday, Aug. 27, 2004

Number of scholars enrolled this year at NIC up from last year

Recruiting student leaders and scholars from area high schools is a win-win situation for North Idaho College. Student scholars benefit by receiving academic scholarships to help them financially at NIC and the college benefits by investing in students who ... Read More

Friday, Aug. 20, 2004

NIC new student orientation prepares students for the reality of college

Reality is about to hit and NIC wants new students starting at NIC this fall to be ready when it does. That's why NIC will play host to about 750 new students during “Reality Hits NIC,” this year's version of the annual fall new student orientation held from ... Read More

Wednesday, Aug. 18, 2004

Filing deadline nears for NIC Board of Trustees election

The deadline for filing a declaration of candidacy for the two open positions on the North Idaho College Board of Trustees is Sept. 1. NIC is governed by a five-member board of trustees elected from within Kootenai County for staggered terms. Seat A and ... Read More

Tuesday, Aug. 17, 2004

Community encouraged to join NIC Concert Choir

The first rehearsal for the North Idaho College Concert Choir will be from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 31 in Boswell Hall Room 102 on NIC's main campus. Those interested in joining the choir should attend this rehearsal to become a choir member. The choir ... Read More

Tuesday, Aug. 17, 2004

Five recruits sign with NIC women's basketball

Five athletes recently accepted scholarships to transfer from other regional colleges to play for the North Idaho College women's basketball team in the 2004-2005 season. Juli Pearson graduated from Coeur d'Alene High School and is transferring to NIC from ... Read More

Monday, Aug. 16, 2004

Lake Coeur d'Alene cruise to benefit NIC Booster Club

The North Idaho College Booster Club is celebrating the end of summer and preparing for the upcoming 2004-2005 athletics season with a sunset cruise on Lake Coeur d'Alene from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 2. Let's Go Cruisin' is a double-boat cruise featuring ... Read More

Friday, Aug. 13, 2004

New NIC Booster Club president aims to increase membership

Linda Davis believes that with the right synergy in an organization, the sum of the whole can truly be greater than the sum of its parts. That's why as the new president of the North Idaho College Booster Club, she plans to increase the “number of parts” by ... Read More

Friday, Aug. 13, 2004

Space still available in three-on-three tournament

Space is still available for teams to sign up for the Coeur d'Alene Shootout, a three-on-three basketball tournament Aug. 28 and 29 at North Idaho College. Coeur d'Alene Shootout is a double-elimination tournament with standard half-court games played to 20 ... Read More

Friday, Aug. 6, 2004

NIC community campaign leadership directs fund/friend-raising efforts

The North Idaho College Foundation knew that the people it chose to direct the Providing Opportunities—Fulfilling Dreams community campaign would be the first and most integral step to ensuring the success of the campaign. Not only because their hard work ... Read More

Friday, Aug. 6, 2004

Community college ties: NIC alum reconnects with former instructors

Going to college is not always easy. Beginning students are often caught up in a whirlwind of unfamiliarity—in a new place with new people and new responsibilities. However, everything was new to Peter (Bao) hong Truong when he enrolled in Coeur d'Alene ... Read More

Thursday, Aug. 5, 2004

Deadlines approaching to apply for admission and register for fall classes at NIC

There is still room available for North Idaho College fall classes, but deadlines to apply for admission and register for fall semester are fast approaching. In order to register for fall semester classes, which begin Aug. 30, students must apply for ... Read More

Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2004

NIC presents outdoor film festival

North Idaho College will present an outdoor film festival Sept. 17 featuring a series of short and feature-length films from the Mountain Film Festival. The program showcases animations, cultural documentaries and adventure films woven into the presentation ... Read More

Monday, Aug. 2, 2004

NIC partners with chamber to provide business courses

The North Idaho College Workforce Training Center in cooperation with the Idaho Small Business Development Center and the Coeur d'Alene Area Chamber of Commerce will offer a series of 12 business courses this fall tailored to small business owners and ... Read More

Tuesday, July 27, 2004

NIC to asphalt former Robin Hood Campground

North Idaho College will begin laying recycled asphalt on the former Robin Hood Campground Monday, Aug. 9 and is cautioning drivers to watch for work vehicles when driving onto campus and in the Fort Grounds area. Work began in April to convert the ... Read More

Thursday, July 22, 2004

Softball player named to NJCAA Academic All-American Team

North Idaho College softball player Jill Oglesbee was recently named to the National Junior College Athletic Association 2003-2004 Academic All-American Team, which honors athletes for maintaining a 3.6 GPA or higher. Oglesbee, a third baseman from Spokane ... Read More

Thursday, July 22, 2004

Register now for three-on-three tournament

Basketball players are encouraged to register their team of three for the Coeur d'Alene Shootout, a three-on-three basketball tournament Aug. 28 and 29 at North Idaho College. Coeur d'Alene Shootout is a double-elimination tournament with standard ... Read More

Thursday, July 22, 2004

NIC students earn communication award

Ten North Idaho College students recently earned honors for excellence in communication. The Achievement and Excellence in Communication Award was initiated last year to honor students who excelled in communication and provide them a certificate that could ... Read More

Thursday, July 22, 2004

NIC awarded $280,000 grant for biomedical studies

North Idaho College was recently awarded a $280,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health to promote biomedical research. The five-year grant will enable NIC Natural Science Division faculty to modify an ... Read More

Wednesday, July 21, 2004

NIC Workforce Training Center enrollment up 11 percent

North Idaho College's Workforce Training Center reported an 11 percent increase in enrollment for fiscal year 2004. “The Workforce Training Center is a regional model for how to do training right,” said NIC President Michael Burke. “This enrollment increase ... Read More

Tuesday, July 20, 2004

NIC Foundation announces fundraising campaign at $1 million

North Idaho College and the NIC Foundation announced that $1,015,000 has already been raised through the Providing Opportunities—Fulfilling Dreams Community Campaign, which officially kicked off Tuesday. Several major gifts were announced at the kickoff by ... Read More

Friday, July 16, 2004

Advisers available to meet with students in Sandpoint

Individuals interested in attending North Idaho College this fall are encouraged to meet with NIC advisers Thursday, July 22 at the NIC Sandpoint Center, located at 101 N. 2nd St. in Sandpoint. Advisers will be available from 1 to 4 p.m. and from 5 to 7 p.m ... Read More

Friday, July 16, 2004

Former NIC student designs Idaho Lottery scratch ticket

North Idaho College graduate Nicolet Laursen recently received a $1,000 scholarship from the Idaho Lottery for her design of a scratch ticket. Her winning design “Super Splatters” will be printed by the Idaho Lottery and the scratch ticket will be available ... Read More

Thursday, July 15, 2004

NIC Foundation to kick off community fundraising campaign

North Idaho College and the NIC Foundation will officially kick off the Providing Opportunities—Fulfilling Dreams Community Campaign with a celebratory event at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 20 on the NIC soccer field. The event will include exciting announcements ... Read More

Tuesday, July 13, 2004

NIC volleyball program signs recruits

Several athletes recently accepted scholarships to play for the North Idaho College volleyball team for the 2004-2005 season. Sarah Johnston, a 5-foot-8-inch opposite hitter, graduated from Priest River Lamanna High School in Priest River, Idaho. She is a ... Read More

Monday, July 12, 2004

NIC's Outdoor Pursuits to sponsor beach volleyball tournament

North Idaho College's Outdoor Pursuits program will host a two-on-two beach volleyball tournament July 17 and 18. The Hot Foot Classic will begin at 8 a.m. at the sand volleyball courts on NIC's beach, located on the west end of Coeur d'Alene city ... Read More

Wednesday, July 7, 2004

Spokane man wins $200,000 grand prize house

A crowd of more than 2,500 ticket holders and community members gathered for the North Idaho College Foundation's Really BIG Raffle drawing Wednesday night. More than $230,000 in prizes was given away at the 11th annual event, including the $200,000 custom ... Read More

Tuesday, July 6, 2004

Area youths encouraged to participate in NIC summer softball camp

Space is still available in the North Idaho College softball skills camp for children ages 8 to 18 to be held July 26 through 29. NIC's softball coaching staff will lead participants as they hone their skills in the fundamentals of softball, including ... Read More

Friday, July 2, 2004

Space still available in NIC fitness camp

Space is still available in the first ever fitness camp at North Idaho College for children in first through sixth grades. NIC Assistant Men's Basketball Coach Jared Phay, who holds a master's degree in physical education, will join NIC physical education ... Read More

Friday, July 2, 2004

NIC Foundation's Really BIG Raffle drawing to be held July 7

Community members and all ticket holders in the 11th annual North Idaho College Foundation Really BIG Raffle are invited to attend the raffle drawing at 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 7 in Fort Sherman Park on NIC's main campus. The event will include food and ... Read More

Friday, July 2, 2004

NIC campus to close in honor of Independence Day

North Idaho College will be closed Monday, July 5 in honor of Independence Day. Normal business hours, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays and 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Fridays, will resume July 6. Read More