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Friday, June 29, 2007

North Idaho College Board of Trustees Special Meeting Notice

The North Idaho College Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting at 3 p.m. Monday, July 2 in the Lake Coeur d’Alene Room of NIC’s Edminster Student Union Building regarding the presidential search. This meeting is open to the public. Read More

Thursday, June 28, 2007

Register now for three-on-three tournament at NIC

Basketball players are encouraged to register their team for the Coeur d’Alene Shootout, a three-on-three basketball tournament Aug. 18 and 19 at North Idaho College. Coeur d’Alene Shootout is a double-elimination tournament with standard half-court games ... Read More

Monday, June 25, 2007

NIC's Outdoor Pursuits to offer sea kayak clinic

After a successful June clinic, North Idaho College’s Outdoor Pursuits is offering another four-part sea kayak clinic in July. The clinic will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays July 10, 17, 24 and 31, meeting on the NIC beach. The clinic is designed as an ... Read More

Monday, June 25, 2007

NIC Foundation's Really BIG Raffle sells out; Drawing to be held Wednesday, July 11

The North Idaho College Foundation’s Really BIG Raffle has sold out for the 14th year in a row. The last of the raffle’s 5,000 tickets were sold June 25, 17 days before the drawing. All ticket holders and community members are invited to attend the Really ... Read More

Monday, June 25, 2007

North Idaho College Board of Trustees Meeting Notice

The North Idaho College Board of Trustees will gather for a board retreat at 5 p.m. Tuesday, June 26 in the Haught Conference Room of Hedlund Building. The board plans to meet in general session as part of the retreat. They will also meet in executive ... Read More

Thursday, June 21, 2007

Stock Building Supply sponsors Really BIG Raffle

For the sixth consecutive year, Stock Building Supply of Coeur d'Alene has sponsored the Really BIG Raffle, providing a discount on building materials used in the construction of the North Idaho College Really BIG Raffle grand prize $300,000 house, which is ... Read More

Thursday, June 21, 2007

NIC softball player selected to play in the World University Games

North Idaho College pitcher Kelcey Cavan of Billings, Mont., was recently selected to the United States of America/National Junior College Athletic Association team in the World University Games. Cavan is one of 15 current and former softball standouts ... Read More

Thursday, June 21, 2007

NIC student earns prestigious national scholarship

Last May, North Idaho College student Heather Lewis walked into her physics class just like any other day. But before her instructor even had time to begin the day’s lesson, an entourage of people burst into the classroom. First, North Idaho College ... Read More

Wednesday, June 20, 2007

NIC Board of Trustees meeting location changes

NIC NOTICE: Today's North Idaho College Board of Trustees budget hearing scheduled for 4 p.m. and executive session scheduled for 4:30 p.m. will be held in a different location than were first announced. The budget hearing and executive session were ... Read More

Tuesday, June 19, 2007

North Idaho College Board of Trustees Meeting Notice

The North Idaho College Board of Trustees will meet in executive session at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, June 17 in the Parkwood Business Office Conference Room on the third floor of the Interlake Medical Building, located at 700 Ironwood Drive. The purpose of the ... Read More

Tuesday, June 19, 2007

First class of all women completes organic chemistry class

They dubbed themselves the “organic women.” But they didn’t hug trees or eat granola in class. Instead they studied the make up and behaviors of complex carbon molecules. The six women made North Idaho College history this spring by becoming the first ... Read More

Tuesday, June 19, 2007

Local philanthropist gives back to hometown through NIC

Greg Green, the chairman and chief executive officer of the regional telecommunication company OneEighty Networks, believes strongly in giving back to the community. That is why he recently established a scholarship to support carpentry students at North ... Read More

Thursday, June 14, 2007

NIC's Outdoor Pursuits to offer sailing clinics

North Idaho College’s Outdoor Pursuits will offer six separate clinics this summer to teach participants how to sail. The clinics will be offered June 19-21, June 22-24, July 10-12, July 13-15, Aug. 3-5 and Aug. 14-16. Each clinic for adults will run in ... Read More

Thursday, June 14, 2007

NIC student newspaper The Sentinel earns prestigious national award

North Idaho College’s renowned student newspaper The Sentinel recently earned the title of Best All-Around Non-Daily Student Newspaper from the Society of Professional Journalists. The prestigious national award was presented to the NIC student newspaper ... Read More

Wednesday, June 13, 2007

NIC coaching staff and players offer summer softball camp

Room is still available for players ages 8-18 to sign up for the North Idaho College’s Cardinal Heat pitching and position play skills camp July 16-19 at Franklin Park, located just east of Rowan and Division in northern Spokane. NIC’s softball coaching ... Read More

Wednesday, June 13, 2007

Last Really BIG Raffle open house of the year; only 500 tickets remain

Don’t miss the last chance to see the North Idaho College Foundation’s 14th 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 from noon to 4 p.m ... Read More

Wednesday, June 13, 2007

NIC graduate earns fellowship at Boise State University

North Idaho College graduate Veronica Hendricks of St. Maries, Idaho was recently selected for an elite 10-week fellowship this summer at Boise State University. The $5,000 fellowship is part of a highly competitive undergraduate research program ... Read More

Wednesday, June 13, 2007

Award winners announced following NIC Booster Club auction/banquet

The North Idaho College Booster Club announced the winners of this year’s athletics awards following the annual Spring Auction and Athletic Awards Banquet last month. The award recipients were nominated and selected by the NIC coaching staff. The ... Read More

Tuesday, June 12, 2007

NIC Board revises presidential finalists, Bell to interview Tuesday

The North Idaho College Board of Trustees has revised its list of final candidates for the president position and has invited current Interim President Priscilla Bell to meet with the campus and community on Tuesday, June 12. The board voted on Friday ... Read More

Tuesday, June 12, 2007

NIC board to have dinner with State Board of Education members

The North Idaho College Board of Trustees will have dinner with members of the Idaho State Board of Education Wednesday, June 13 at 7 p.m. in the Ts’elusm Dining Room of NIC’s Edminster Student Union Building. The dinner is taking place during the Idaho ... Read More

Tuesday, June 12, 2007

NIC's Outdoor Pursuits to offer rock climbing clinic

Climbers of all ability levels are encouraged to take part in a four-part rock climbing clinic offered by North Idaho College’s Outdoor Pursuits. The clinic will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays June 19 and 26 and July 10 and 17. Participants will meet for ... Read More

Tuesday, June 12, 2007

NIC softball player named national All-American

North Idaho College softball player Angie Boardman of Spokane, Wash., was recently selected as a National Junior College Athletic Association first team All-American. Boardman, a second baseman, was one of just over a dozen junior college Division I ... Read More

Thursday, June 7, 2007

NIC hears industry input on area workforce needs

As a community college located in a thriving economy, North Idaho College is expected to help provide the training necessary to provide the region with a skilled workforce. The college is equipped with the flexibility to be responsive to the area’s changing ... Read More

Thursday, June 7, 2007

NIC softball players named to NFCA All-Region team

Four North Idaho College softball players were recently named to Louisville Slugger/National Fastpitch Coaches Association All-West Region teams for the National Junior College Athletics Association Division I. “This is a big honor, because these players ... Read More

Thursday, June 7, 2007

NIC presents girls' summer basketball camp

North Idaho College women’s basketball coaches and players will lead a weeklong girls’ basketball camp June 11-14 to help participants improve their basketball skills. The Girls’ Summer Basketball Skills Camp will help players develop their skills in ... Read More

Wednesday, June 6, 2007

NIC Board of Trustees Meeting Notice

The NIC Board of Trustees will meet in executive session at 5 p.m. Wednesday, June 6 in the Molstead Library Conference Room. The purpose of the executive session is to consider hiring a public officer, employee, staff member or individual agent. (Idaho ... Read More

Wednesday, June 6, 2007

Ticket to be given away at Really BIG Raffle open house

Fewer than 1,300 tickets remain for the chance to win a $300,000 custom house in the North Idaho College Foundation’s 14th annual Really BIG Raffle. Buy a ticket and see the grand prize house during one of the biggest open houses of the year from noon to ... Read More

Tuesday, June 5, 2007

NIC's Outdoor Pursuits to offer sea kayak clinic

Kayakers of all ability levels are encouraged to take part in a four-part sea kayak clinic offered by North Idaho College’s Outdoor Pursuits. The clinic will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursdays June 21 and 28 and July 12 and 19, meeting on the NIC beach. The ... Read More

Tuesday, June 5, 2007

NIC coaches and players to lead summer boys' basketball camp

The North Idaho College men’s basketball staff is encouraging area boys to utilize summer break to improve their basketball skills. The Cardinal Summer Boys Basketball Camp June 18-21 is open to all school-aged boys. Participants will receive instruction ... Read More

Thursday, May 31, 2007

Hanson vacates vice president for instruction post at NIC; Christie to serve as interim

In what she described as a decision to advance the best interest of North Idaho College, Vice President for Instruction Barbara Hanson, Ed.D., announced May 30 that she is stepping down from the position at the end of the current fiscal year June 30. ... Read More

Tuesday, May 29, 2007

North Idaho College Board of Trustees Meeting Notice

The North Idaho College Board of Trustees will meet in executive session at 5 p.m. Tuesday, May 29 in the President’s Office in NIC’s Sherman Administration Building. The purpose of the executive session was originally posted as Idaho Code Section ... Read More

Tuesday, May 22, 2007

NIC students fare well at Business Professionals of America National Leadership Conference

Seven North Idaho College student members of Business Professionals of America (BPA) attended the Annual National Leadership Conference “Destination: Success” in New York City, May 9-13. NIC BPA chapter members joined over 6,000 other conference delegates ... Read More

Monday, May 21, 2007

NIC Board announces presidential finalists

The North Idaho College Board of Trustees has announced two finalists for the position of president of the community college. Both candidates will be in North Idaho this Thursday (May 24) for interviews and open forums. The candidates are Leah Bornstein ... Read More

Sunday, May 20, 2007

Breaking News: Cardinals take 2nd in the country

Plant City, Florida - The NIC softball team narrowly missed being the 2007 NJCAA national tournament champions Saturday when Chipola College of Marianna, Florida came up with a game-saving incredible defensive play to clinch an unbelievable win in the ... Read More

Wednesday, May 16, 2007

Cardinals win regional softball tourney, qualify for NJCAA nationals

Cardinals win regional softball tourney, qualify for NJCAA nationals The 2007 Cardinal softball team captured its second Region 18 tournament championship May 5 with an exciting come-from-behind 15-5 win over rival College of Southern Idaho at the ... Read More

Tuesday, May 15, 2007

North Idaho College and North Idaho Manufacturing Consortium partner on Scholarship Fund

Through a special partnership between the North Idaho Manufacturing Consortium and the North Idaho College Foundation, a new “Trades and Industry Scholarship Fund” has been established for new NIC students. NIMC and the NIC Foundation have launched a ... Read More

Monday, May 14, 2007

NIC Students fare well at Idaho Academy of Science symposium

North Idaho College students Veronica Hendricks and Christin Winniford recently participated in the student poster competition at the Idaho Academy of Science Conference in Idaho Falls alongside undergraduate and graduate students form across the state ... Read More

Monday, May 14, 2007

McRobbie named May student of the month

Daena McRobbie, a student in the Medical Transcription program, has been named Coeur d’Alene Rotary Student of the Month for May. McRobbie is a member of NIC’s Phi Theta Kappa, was a volunteer at the Idaho Regional Spelling Bee, is a peer tutor ... Read More

Friday, May 11, 2007

Tickets 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 14th annual Really BIG Raffle. Don’t miss this chance to buy a ticket and see the grand prize $300,000 custom house during one of the biggest open houses of the ... Read More

Wednesday, May 9, 2007

Best High School Juniors Honored at NIC as Top Scholars

The Top Scholars Program is intended to draw attention to the best high school juniors in Idaho’s Region I high schools. Sponsored by North Idaho College and the Region 1 high schools, the top 10 percent of each junior class was invited to NIC for ... Read More

Tuesday, May 8, 2007

Gyindolyn Ballard and Senator John Goedde get Mountain Plains Adult Education Association awards

Gwindolyn Ballard of Bonners Ferry and Senator John Goedde of Coeur d’Alene were recently honored at the annual meeting of the Mountain Plains Adult Education Association, an organization that represents eight western states.. Ballard was awarded student ... Read More

Tuesday, May 8, 2007

Boswell Hall Schuler Performing Art Center's system to assist the hard of hearing

“It’s wonderful now,” said John Centa as he described the Boswell Hall Schuler Performing Art Center’s system to assist the hard of hearing. Centa has been active in getting systems into auditoriums in the area for many years. For years going to a ... Read More

Tuesday, May 8, 2007

Graduation on 10 a.m. May 18

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 18 in Christianson Gym on NIC’s main campus. Over 500 NIC ... Read More

Friday, May 4, 2007

NIC Cardinal Summer Boys Basketball Camp

The annual NIC Cardinals Summer Boys Basketball Camp will be held from June 18 to 21 in Christianson Gymnasium on the main campus. A morning session from 9 a.m. to noon will be held for boys through grade 5. The afternoon session, from 1 to 4 p.m. is for ... Read More

Thursday, May 3, 2007

Two Concerts offered by NIC on Mothers Day Weekend

NIC music department is planning two concerts to celebrate the Mothers Day weekend. The first one will celebrate with jazz and begins at 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 11 in Boswell Hall Schuler Performing Arts Center when the NIC vocal group, Jazz Co., and ... Read More

Wednesday, May 2, 2007

Kay Hill-Silva signs to play for University of Minnesota

North Idaho College guard Kay Hill-Silva has accepted a scholarship to play basketball at the University of Minnesota. Hill-Silva was a first team all SWAC player this season and honorable mention All-American. She was ranked No. 5 in the league for scoring ... Read More

Tuesday, May 1, 2007

Yapqi'nm The Gathering Place

North Idaho College will present its annual Pow Wow in Christianson Gymnasium on Friday and Saturday May 4 and 5. The Grand Entries are at 7 p.m. on Friday and at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. again on Saturday. Yapqi’nm “The Gathering Place” will include several ... Read More

Wednesday, April 25, 2007

Ernie Stensgar speaker at Lawrence Aripa Storytelling Address

Ernie Stensgar will be the special guest speaker at the annual Lawrence Aripa Storytelling Address “Oral literature in American Indian Culture: Honoring the Life of Lawrence Aripa,” from noon to 1:30 p.m. Friday, May 4 in Todd Hall, Molstead Library ... Read More

Tuesday, April 24, 2007

NIC Softball player Angie Boardman signs with University of Utah

Angie Boardman, NIC’s softball starting shortstop, has decided to play for the University of Utah next year. She signed her letter of intent Monday surrounded by her mother Janice Boardman, Coach Don Don Williams and Athletics Director Al Williams. ... Read More

Tuesday, April 24, 2007

"Preparing For And Living With Blindness"

An informational evening on “Preparing For and Living with Blindness” is scheduled for 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 1 at the North Idaho College Molstead Library Todd Lecture Hall. The program will be led by Patrice Wheeler, NIC's Center for Educational ... Read More

Tuesday, April 24, 2007

NIC holds info sessions for admission to radiography technology program

North Idaho College will hold an information session for students interested in enrolling in the Radiography Technology Program. The session will be at 5 p.m. May 8 in the Meyer Health and Sciences Building Room 102. The next NIC radiography technology ... Read More

Friday, April 20, 2007

North Idaho College Info Fair

The annual North Idaho College “Info Fair” will be Thursday, April 26 from 4 to 6 p.m. in the Edminster Student Union Building on NIC’s main campus in Coeur d’Alene. This is an opportunity for anyone interested in classes or programs at NIC to check out ... Read More

Wednesday, April 18, 2007

NIC Spring Choral Extravaganza

The Concert Choir and Madrigal Singers, directed by Max Mendez, will present their spring concert at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 22 at the NIC Boswell Hall Schuler Performing Arts Center. The concert, titled “A Spring Choral Extravaganza,” will feature ... Read More

Wednesday, April 18, 2007

Fort Sherman Days

A lecture and slide show, “In the Shadow of Fort Sherman,” will kick-off the month long celebration of events to commemorate “Fort Sherman Days.” In addition to the lecture the event will include, a Review of Troops at Fort Sherman, two walking ... Read More

Wednesday, April 18, 2007

NIC Digital Graphics Design Class Displays at Bing Crosby Theater

Works from the Digital Graphics Design class at NIC are on display at the Bing Crosby Theater in Spokane. The showing started April 2 and runs through the end month. All of the works were digitally created. Only computers, sometimes in conjunction with a ... Read More

Wednesday, April 18, 2007

Applications now being accepted for NIC Pharmacy Technology program

Application packets are now available for the North Idaho College Pharmacy Technology program. It is a selective admission program and the deadline to apply for fall semester 2007 is 2:30 p.m. June 1. The Pharmacy Technology program is an 11-month ... Read More

Wednesday, April 18, 2007

NIC Offers new Associate of Science Degree in Human Services

North Idaho College will offer a new associate of science (A.S.) degree next fall in human services. The new degree meets general education core requirements at all Idaho public universities. The degree prepares students for further study leading to a ... Read More

Wednesday, April 18, 2007

North Idaho College offers Structured On-The-Job Training

A new appropriation from the Idaho State Legislature to North Idaho College of $85,000 will be used by NIC’s Workforce Training Center to teach businesses how to set up and manage a Structured On-The-Job Training program. The appropriation was ... Read More

Wednesday, April 18, 2007

NIC Booster Club Awards Banquet and Spring Auction

NIC Booster Club Awards Banquet and Spring Auction The North Idaho College Booster Club Spring Auction and Athletic Awards Banquet will be at 5 p.m. Saturday, May 5, at the Shriner’s Club located at 1250 West Lancaster Rd, Hayden. Tickets are $25 each ... Read More

Wednesday, April 18, 2007

NIChallenge date announced

The date for the NIChallenge has been announced, but once again the location is being kept a secret. The challenge race this year will be on May 5. Registration is online at www.active.com and the cost is $75. NIChallenge is an outdoor adventure race ... Read More

Wednesday, April 18, 2007

Inland Northwest Collegiate Choral Festival

NIC is hosting the Inland Northwest Collegiate Choral Festival Friday, April 27 at 7:30 p.m., in the First Presbyterian Church on the corner of 6th and Lakeside in Coeur d’Alene. The concert if free and open to the public The date was moved up this ... Read More

Wednesday, April 18, 2007

Women Working for Peace in Colombia

Imagine trying to raise your children and protect your home in one of the most war-torn regions of South America. Yaneth Pérez, single mother of three, will share her experiences from Colombia in Coeur d’Alene on April 24. Pérez is the president ... Read More

Friday, April 13, 2007

Barnes Signs Letter-of-Intent to Oregon State

Heinrich Barnes, two-time All-American wrestler for North Idaho College, signed a letter-of-intent to Oregon State this week. The NIC sophomore from South Africa won national championship honors in February at the NJCAA National Tournament in Rochester ... Read More

Friday, April 13, 2007

Health Talk Series- My Aching Head

The next Health Talk Series seminar, “My Aching Head” with Sylvia Rogas MD, will be Tuesday, April 24 in the Meyer Health and Sciences Building room 106 at 6:30 p.m. That constant throbbing in your head could likely be a headache brought on by stress ... Read More

Wednesday, April 11, 2007

Advisors available in Ponderay and Bonners Ferry

Advisors available to meet with students in Ponderay and Bonners Ferry Current and prospective North Idaho College students are encouraged to meet with NIC advisors from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, April 25 at the NIC Bonners Ferry Center, located at ... Read More

Tuesday, April 10, 2007

Steinway Grand Piano Given to NIC

Grand Piano given to NIC by Glenn and Donna Welstad “This piano is a dream to play,” beamed Ann Paul, NIC piano instructor, at a reception given in honor of Glenn and Donna Welstad of Post Falls, who recently donated a Steinway Grand Piano to North ... Read More

Tuesday, April 10, 2007

NIC Digital Graphics Design Class Displays at Bing Crosby Theater

NIC Digital Graphics Design Class Displays at Bing Crosby Theater Works from the Digital Graphics Design class at NIC are on display at the Bing Crosby Theater in Spokane. The showing started April 2 and runs through the end month ... Read More

Tuesday, April 10, 2007

JFAC Appropriates Funds for NIC RN Expansion

April 10, 2007 A recent appropriation of $60,000 from the Idaho state legislature will allow the Registered Nursing program at North Idaho College to expand. The expansion will include offering the RN program in Bonner County, according to NIC President ... Read More

Monday, April 9, 2007

NIC softball team maintains conference lead

If NIC softball admission wasn’t free, the college probably could have sold $100 tickets to see the Kristen Burtch show Saturday afternoon. Freshman Kristen Burtch (first base) was instrumental in helping the first-place Lady Cards win two of their ... Read More

Thursday, April 5, 2007

Advisors available to meet with students in Kellogg

Current and prospective North Idaho College students are encouraged to meet with NIC advisors Tuesday, April 10 at the NIC Silver Valley Center, located at 323 Main St. in Kellogg. Advisors will be available from 3 to 7 p.m. to assist students with ... Read More

Thursday, April 5, 2007

Dementia from a Physician's Perspective

Dementia now affects over three million Americans and their families. There are six types of dementia with Alzheimer’s being the most common. There is increasing evidence that identifying dementia and treating it early is key to a better outcome ... Read More

Thursday, April 5, 2007

Dave Campbell will speak at the NIC Booster Club luncheon,

Former major league baseball player and ESPN baseball analyst Dave Campbell will be the guest speaker at the NIC Booster Club luncheon, Tuesday, April 10, at the CDA Resort. Dave Campbell teams with Dan Shulman to broadcast ESPN radio games throughout ... Read More

Wednesday, April 4, 2007

NIC Wind Symphony “Stories Without Words”

The North Idaho College Wind Symphony presents “Stories Without Words” on Wednesday, April 11 at 7:30 p.m. The concert will be the premier of a new work titled “To Be or Not To Be” composed by NIC music theory teacher Gerard Mahtes. Also on the ... Read More

Wednesday, April 4, 2007

Corner Gallery Student Art Show

Corner Gallery Student Art Show Who: Corner Gallery What: Student Art Show, Opening Reception April 16 5-7 p.m. When: April 16 – May 11, 2007 Where: Corner Gallery Boswell Hall, NIC campus Information: (208) 769-3427 Free and Open to the ... Read More

Tuesday, April 3, 2007

North Idaho College Admissions Rep. in Boise

North Idaho College Admissions Rep. in Boise A North Idaho College admissions representative will be giving a presentation about NIC at 6:30 p.m. Monday, April 9 at the Boise Public Library. All persons interested in learning more about NIC are ... Read More

Monday, April 2, 2007

Prospective students encouraged to attend NIC's First Friday

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

Friday, March 30, 2007

Dealing with a Diabetes Diet

Health Talk Series, Dealing with a Diabetes Diet Many people are living with diabetes or are at risk for diabetes. Learn about how food intake can help control blood glucose levels as well as keeping your entire body healthy. The focus will be on ... Read More

Friday, March 30, 2007

Two new classes offered at Silver Valley Center

Work Zone Flagging and Traffic Control Certification A new class in Work Zone Flagging and Traffic Control Certification will be offered at the North Idaho College, Silver Valley Center. This course is designed to help flaggers know what their ... Read More

Friday, March 30, 2007

“In the Shadows of Fort Sherman” Early Fort History Presentation

Coeur d'Alene's roots were planted in the construction of Fort Coeur d'Alene. The fort was renamed after General William T. Sherman who initiated its establishment on April 16, 1878. The fort was located on the present North Idaho College grounds and ... Read More

Friday, March 30, 2007

NIC connects families with solders in Iraq

NIC connects families with solders in Iraq Sergeant Matt Whaley is in Iraq but on Thursday morning, for the first time, he got to see his 14 month old daughter, Casey Jean, walk. Casey and her mom, Jenny Whaley, talked to Matt by a Videoconference set ... Read More

Tuesday, March 20, 2007

"Restoring Idaho's Salmon,"

Idaho Rivers United and NIC Outdoor Pursuits are proud to bring retired Fish and Game biologist, Bert Bowler to the North Idaho College Campus. Bowler will present a multi-media program about the decline of Idaho’s endangered salmon and steelhead, tracing ... Read More

Tuesday, March 20, 2007

The Steamboat History of Lake Coeur d'Alene

According to historians, at one time there were more steamboats on Lake Coeur d’Alene than on any other inland waterway west of the Mississippi River. Steamboats came early to North Idaho and played an important role in the survival of its settlers and the ... Read More

Tuesday, March 20, 2007

2007 North Idaho Regional Spelling Bee Final Results

The 2007 Spelling Bee sponsored by the Hagadone Newspapers winners are 1st place Gabriel Cheeley a 7th grade home school student from Post Falls. His winning word was macramé after correcting Camille Awbrey’s spelling of elixir. Awbrey, a 7th grader from ... Read More

Monday, March 19, 2007

"Same Time, Next Year"

NIC Theatre Arts presents a dinner theatre production of Bernard Slade’s popular romantic comedy Same Time, Next Year April 19, 20, and 21, in the Edminster Student Union Building’s Lake Coeur d’Alene Room. Dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. and the play ... Read More

Monday, March 19, 2007

14th Annual Really Big Raffle

Tickets for the 14th Annual Really Big Raffle are on sale now. Once again, the North Idaho College Foundation is going to raffle off a brand new custom home valued at over $300,000. The raffle tickets are $100 each. This year’s custom 3,300 square foot ... Read More

Friday, March 16, 2007

Stroke-Causes, Treatment, and Warning Signs

Stroke is the third leading cause of death in the United States and the major cause of adult disability. A Stroke, or brain attack, cuts off vital supplies of blood and oxygen to the brain cells that control everything we do. New research confirms that early ... Read More

Friday, March 16, 2007

Listen to Your Body Talk

“Listen to Your Body Talk” is a presentation that will cover common and important women’s health issues and will focus on disease prevention through the various decades of a woman’s life. Important topics such as HPV, cervical cancer, breast cancer ... Read More

Wednesday, March 14, 2007

Mexico Preview Concert

The North Idaho College Madrigal Singers will perform their Mexico Tour Preview Concert on Sunday, March 18th at 3 p.m. The concert will be presented in the First Presbyterian Church located at 521 Lakeside Ave. in Coeur d’Alene. The concert features a ... Read More

Wednesday, March 14, 2007

NIC Jazz Ensemble Concert.

“A Glimpse of the Past” is the name, and a summary, of the next North Idaho College Jazz Ensemble Concert. Under the direction of Terry Jones, NIC Band Director, it will feature a variety of original Big Band tunes from the legendary bands of the 20th ... Read More

Wednesday, March 14, 2007

2007 Idaho All-Star Game Basketball Rosters Announced

Participants for the 2007 boys and girls Idaho State High School All-Star Basketball Games were announced Monday by the North Idaho College Athletics Department. The fourth annual statewide all-star game is scheduled for Saturday, April 14 at ... Read More

Tuesday, March 13, 2007

Softball game with Central Washington University rescheduled

March 7, 2007 The North Idaho College softball game with Central Washington University originally scheduled for Wednesday, March 21 has been rescheduled for Monday, March 19 at Memorial Field in Coeur d'Alene. Read More

Tuesday, March 13, 2007

Aaron Gintz Rotary Student of the Month

The Rotary Student of the Month for March is Aaron Gintz. Gintz, a Civil Engineering Major at North Idaho College, was nominated by Becky Shaffer of the NIC TRIO Student Support Services Program. In her nominating letter she highly praised Aaron both as a ... Read More

Thursday, March 8, 2007

Softball Game with Wenatchee Rescheduled

The North Idaho College softball game with Wenatchee Valley Community College originally scheduled for March 13 th has been rescheduled for Tuesday March 27 th at 1 pm. Read More

Thursday, March 8, 2007

NIC men's basketball team knocks off No.4 tournament seed

NIC men’s basketball team knocks off No.4 tournament seed By Josh Rasmussen EPHRAIM, UTAH – North Idaho College knocked No. 4-seeded College of Eastern Utah out of the NJCAA Region 18 Tournament Wednesday with an 80-64 first-round upset victory. NIC scored an ... Read More

Friday, March 2, 2007

NIC presents health series in March on various wellness topics

North Idaho College will present a series of seminars in March focused on health and wellness. Each seminar will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday nights in Room 106 of the Meyer Health and Sciences Building on NIC’s main campus. “Breast Cancer: ... Read More

Thursday, March 1, 2007

NIC wrestlers capture third place at national wrestling tournament

Powered by three individual national champions, the North Idaho College wrestling team earned a third-place finish at the NJCAA Wrestling National Championships in Rochester, Minn., Feb. 25. Sophomores Heinrich Barnes (141 pounds), Kyle Sand (184) and Evan ... Read More

Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2007

Sandpoint artist to exhibit work in NIC's Corner Gallery

Sandpoint artist Stephen Schultz will display his drawings and acrylic and oil paintings in an exhibit titled “Liminal Space” Mach 5-30 in the North Idaho College Boswell Hall Corner Gallery. Schultz holds a master’s degree in fine art from Stanford ... Read More

Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2007

NIC offers free self defense class March 13

Learn how to recognize and avoid danger during “Common Sense Self Defense,” a free self defense workshop, from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, March 13 in the Lake Coeur d’Alene Room of North Idaho College’s Edminster Student Union Building. The workshop will be led ... Read More

Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2007

Stand up comedian Jamie Lissow to perform at NIC

Stand up comedian Jamie Lissow of New York will perform at North Idaho College Thursday, March 1. Lissow has appeared on NBC’s “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno,” CBS’s “The Late Late Show with Craig Kilborn” and Comedy Central’s “Premium Blend.” ... Read More

Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2007

NIC hires new director of Workforce Development

North Idaho College recently selected Marie Price as the new director of Workforce Development. She will begin her new position March 15. Workforce Development focuses on programs that are designed to meet the working individual’s education and training ... Read More

Monday, Feb. 26, 2007

Former NIC soccer player earns Indoor Soccer League honors

Former North Idaho College soccer player Brian Farber, who plays professional soccer for the California Cougars, was named the Major Indoor Soccer League’s (MISL) Offensive Player of the Week for his play during the week of Jan. 22. Farber led all players ... Read More

Friday, Feb. 23, 2007

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. 25 in Boswell Hall Schuler Auditorium. NIC music instructors will perform a variety of pieces including the Aaron Copland pieces “Variations on a ... Read More

Friday, Feb. 23, 2007

More than $3,800 donated to NIC Children's Center through tricycle fundraiser

More than $3,800 was donated to the North Idaho College Children’s Center through the NIC Foundation, proceeds of the Black Ties and Tricycles event held Jan. 26 at Coeur d’Alene Cellars Winery. The tricycles used in the race portion of the event were ... Read More

Friday, Feb. 23, 2007

NIC welcomes high school students to campus for Tech Tour

North Idaho College will host approximately 250 high school students from across the region during the second annual NIC Tech Tour Tuesday, Feb. 27. High school students will have the opportunity to view NIC’s many professional-technical programs to ... Read More

Friday, Feb. 23, 2007

Former NIC basketball player to speak at NIC Booster Club luncheon

Former North Idaho College basketball standout Winston Brooks will be the speaker at the NIC Booster Club Luncheon at noon Tuesday, Feb. 27 at Centennial Distributing in Hayden. Originally from Richmond, Va., Brooks played for NIC from 2000 to ... Read More

Friday, Feb. 23, 2007

Prospective students encouraged to attend NIC's First Fridays

Those interested in attending North Idaho College are encouraged to attend March’s First Friday campus visitation program Friday, March 2. The First Fridays program offers prospective students the opportunity to visit campus and learn about NIC’s ... Read More

Friday, Feb. 23, 2007

Film presented in honor of Black History Month

The effect of music and dance during different time periods in black history will be the focus of the film “Amandla” presented at North Idaho College in honor of Black History Month. “Amandla” is a film by director Lee Hirsch that records the ... Read More

Friday, Feb. 23, 2007

Recap of Feb. 17 game: NIC men score big over Colorado Northwestern

By Josh Rasmussen Sophomore guard Nick Livi finished his last game in Christianson Gymnasium with 30 points to help the Cardinals sweep Colorado Northwestern, outscoring them 198 to 125 in games played Feb. 16 and 17. Saturday’s Sophomore Night ... Read More

Friday, Feb. 23, 2007

Recap of Feb. 17 game: Lady Cards score easy victory over Colorado Northwestern

By Josh Rasmussen The Lady Cards took it to Colorado Northwestern for Sophomore Night in Christianson Gymnasium Feb. 17, blasting the Spartans 90-61 for NIC’s final home game of the season. The 29-point victory came after a hard-fought game with plenty ... Read More

Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2007

NIC seeks comment on presidential search

North Idaho College is encouraging community members to continue to provide input on the presidential search process by submitting comments to NIC. The college is in the midst of a presidential search following NIC President Michael Burke's resignation in ... Read More

Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2007

Personal account of trip to Zimbabwe recounted during NIC presentation

North Idaho College Center for Educational Access Director Sharon Daniels Bullock’s trip to Zimbabwe changed her life. Because of poor health care and a high HIV infection rate, Zimbabwe has the lowest life expectancy in the world; women are expected ... Read More

Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2007

Wrestlers compete at NJCAA national tournament

Ten North Idaho College wrestlers are competing in the NJCAA National Wrestling Tournament in Rochester, Minn., Feb. 23 and 24. NIC will be represented by Travis Temple (125), Brandon Paluniuk (133), Heinrich Barnes (141), Lee Morrison (149), Dino May (165) ... Read More

Friday, Feb. 16, 2007

NIC ISBDC presents entrepreneurial leadership training course

The North Idaho College Idaho Small Business Development Center will present a leadership workshop this spring for entrepreneurs who want to strengthen their businesses. Entrepreneurial Leadership Training I will be offered in 10 three-hour ... Read More

Friday, Feb. 16, 2007

NIC hires new human resources director

North Idaho College recently hired Wade Larson as its new human resources director. Larson has more than 11 years experience in human resources. Larson holds a bachelor’s degree in political science from Brigham Young University in Utah as well as a ... Read More

Friday, Feb. 16, 2007

NIC offers mountain biking physical education course

Community members are encouraged to spend this spring break mountain biking in scenic Utah during North Idaho College’s physical education course offered during NIC’s Spring Break March 31 through April 6. Participants will learn about riding ... Read More

Thursday, Feb. 15, 2007

NIC selects interim president

The North Idaho College Board of Trustees recently selected Priscilla Bell, Ph.D., to serve as interim college president while the board works to replace NIC President Michael Burke, who resigned in January after accepting a position as president of San Jose ... Read More

Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2007

Film presented at NIC in honor of Black History Month

North Idaho College will present a film about the struggle for civil rights in honor of Black History Month at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 28 in the Lake Coeur d’Alene Room of NIC’s Edminster Student Union Building. “The Right to Dream” is a documentary ... Read More

Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2007

NIC wrestlers win 27th Region 18 title

Never underestimate the heart of champions! The North Idaho College wrestling team, the NJCAA No. 4-ranked team in the country, won its 27th regional championship in 29 years in dominating fashion behind tournament titles from Heinrich Barnes and ... Read More

Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2007

All-girl band Raining Jane to perform at NIC

The all-female band Raining Jane will perform at North Idaho College Tuesday, Feb. 27. The band has performed at the college several times and has been well-received by NIC students and community members alike. The rock-folk band is made ... Read More

Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2007

NIC to host open forums on presidential search

North Idaho College will host two open forums Tuesday, Feb. 20 to gather input on the presidential search. Search Consultant Pamila Fisher of the Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT), the consulting firm hired to direct the search for a new ... Read More

Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2007

New social services business thriving with help of NIC ISBDC

Erin Yinger is not one to jump into a new venture blindly. That’s why, when she decided to open her own business she sought the help of the Idaho Small Business Development Center (ISBDC), based at North Idaho College’s Workforce Training Center in Post ... Read More

Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2007

NIC scholarship application applications due March 1

The North Idaho College scholarship application priority deadline for fall semester 2007 is March 1. Students who miss the priority deadline can still submit a form to the Student Services Office on the second floor of NIC’s Edminster Student Union Building ... Read More

Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2007

NIC to host fourth 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 fourth annual Idaho High School All-Star Game for both boys and girls basketball April 14. The game, in ... Read More

Monday, Feb. 12, 2007

NIC ambassadors provide student perspective to new, prospective students

Five new North Idaho College ambassadors will provide a fresh perspective to new and prospective NIC students this semester. The NIC ambassador program was initiated to create a core of students who could assist the NIC Admissions Office with ... Read More

Monday, Feb. 12, 2007

NIC to hold auditions for ‘Same Time, Next Year'

The North Idaho College Theater Department will be holding auditions for its spring production of “Same Time, Next Year” Monday, Feb. 19 and Tuesday, Feb. 20. Auditions will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. in Room 001 in the basement of Boswell Hall. One ... Read More

Monday, Feb. 12, 2007

NIC campus to close in honor of Presidents' Day

North Idaho College will be closed Monday, Feb. 19 in observance of Presidents’ 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. 20. Read More

Friday, Feb. 9, 2007

Scholarships available for students interested in congressional internship

Heather Keen had the opportunity of a lifetime while attending Colorado State University when she was selected to participate in a congressional internship in Washington, D.C. Now, Keen is helping to provide the same opportunities to North Idaho ... Read More

Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2007

NIC 2007 spring enrollment sets record, up 2.9 percent

Spring semester enrollment at North Idaho College increased 2.9 percent to a record 4,246 this spring, up from 4,126 total headcount in 2006. “We continue to be optimistic about long-term trends for the student population at North Idaho College,” ... Read More

Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2007

Service club members receive reduced admission to NIC basketball game

Members of community service clubs will receive reduced admission to the basketball doubleheader versus the Cardinals’ Scenic West Athletic Conference rival Snow College of Utah during Service Club Appreciation Night Saturday, Feb. 10. Adults will ... Read More

Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2007

NIC presents winter production of ‘The Diviners'

The North Idaho College Theater Department’s winter production of “The Diviners” will open Thursday, Feb. 15 in Boswell Hall Schuler Auditorium. “The Diviners” is a drama by Jim Leonard, Jr., set in the 1930s rural Midwest. The play is a depiction of ... Read More

Monday, Feb. 5, 2007

Participants announced for the 2007 North Idaho Regional Spelling Bee

A total of 55 fourth- through eighth-graders from the five northern counties of Idaho will participate in the fourth annual North Idaho Regional Spelling Bee Saturday, March 10, the winner of which will receive an all expense paid trip to Washington, D.C. to ... Read More

Friday, Feb. 2, 2007

NIC wrestlers honor sophomores

This year’s North Idaho College sophomore wrestlers were honored at the Sophomore Night match Jan. 29 against Pacific University. Pictured are Coach Pat Whitcomb, wrestlers Heinrich Barnes, Lee Morrison, Coby Jones, Brad Rasmussen, Evan Mattingly, Rob Shaw ... Read More

Friday, Feb. 2, 2007

NIC Board of Trustees selects firm for presidential search

The North Idaho College Board of Trustees voted unanimously during its Jan. 31 meeting to select the Association of Community College Trustees (AACT) to direct the search for a new president at NIC. A total of three consulting firms submitted proposals ... Read More

Friday, Feb. 2, 2007

Room still available in NIC spring courses for seniors

Room is still available this spring in several North Idaho College credit courses specifically designed for seniors citizens 60 and older at a discounted rate. All courses are offered on NIC’s main campus in Coeur d’Alene unless otherwise noted. ... Read More

Friday, Feb. 2, 2007

NIC offers presentation on local aviation history

North Idaho College will offer “Aviation History of North Idaho,” at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 6 in Molstead Library’s Todd Hall. The early history of aviation in North Idaho dates back to 1918 and the opening of Weeks Field, the current site of the ... Read More

Thursday, Feb. 1, 2007

NIC selects members of the presidential search advisory committee

North Idaho College announced during the Jan. 31 NIC Board of Trustees meeting the names of those selected to the 22-member Presidential Search Advisory Committee, charged with reviewing candidates to replace current NIC president Michael Burke. Burke ... Read More

Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2007

NIC women's basketball player earns SWAC player of the week

North Idaho College women’s basketball player Simone Jordan of Portland, Ore., was named as the Scenic West Athletic Conference Women’s Basketball Player of the Week Jan. 24. Jordan, a 5-foot-10-inch freshman, helped the Cardinals (16-2, 6-2 SWAC) ... Read More

Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2007

NIC announces Dean's List for fall semester

Coeur d’Alene , Idaho - North Idaho College recently announced its Dean’s List for fall semester 2006. Students eligible for the NIC Dean’s List must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 credits and obtain a grade point average of 3.75 or above. Students ... Read More

Monday, Jan. 29, 2007

Jan. 25: NIC wrestlers handle Simon Fraser

Often the opening contest of a wrestling dual match can set the tone between two evenly matched teams. Fortunately this wasn’t the case for North Idaho College, as NIC overcame a major decision loss in the first match of the night, but went on to ... Read More

Friday, Jan. 26, 2007

NIC to host open house for Radiography Technology program

North Idaho College will showcase its new Radiography Technology program during an open house from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 1 in the Meyer Health and Sciences Building Room 122. The Idaho State Board of Education approved the curriculum for the ... Read More

Friday, Jan. 26, 2007

NIC's Phi Theta Kappa chapter to present seminar on power

The North Idaho College chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, an international honor society for two-year colleges, will present a two-part seminar focused on power this month. The seminar is part of the chapter’s exploration of this year’s Phi Theta Kappa ... Read More

Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2007

NIC to host reception honoring President Michael Burke

North Idaho College is inviting community members as well as NIC students, staff and faculty to a reception honoring President Michael Burke. The reception will be from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 31 in the Lake Coeur d’Alene Room of NIC’s ... Read More

Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2007

NIC to offer class for women in transition

Women who are experiencing a major change in their lives are encouraged to participate in the three-week “Opportunities” class offered through North Idaho College’s Center for New Directions. The class will be offered from 9 a.m. to noon Mondays ... Read More

Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2007

NIC's annual jazz concert promises high-energy music

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 definitely a high-energy concert,” said NIC Jazz Ensemble director Terry Jones. JazzNIC comprises two ... Read More

Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2007

Spokane artist to exhibit work in NIC's Corner Gallery

Spokane artist Robin Dare will display his drawings, prints and paintings in an exhibit titled “A Retrospective” Jan. 29 through Feb. 23 in the North Idaho College Boswell Hall Corner Gallery. Dare holds a master’s degree in fine art, specifically ... Read More

Monday, Jan. 22, 2007

Prospective students encouraged to attend NIC's First Fridays

Those interested in attending North Idaho College are encouraged to attend February’s First Friday campus visitation program Friday, Feb. 2. The First Fridays program offers prospective students the opportunity to visit campus and learn about ... Read More

Monday, Jan. 22, 2007

Youth sports coach and NCAA official to speak at NIC Booster Club luncheon

Longtime Coeur d’Alene businessman and local youth sports coach Roger Stewart will be the featured speaker at the North Idaho College Booster Club luncheon at noon Tuesday, Jan. 30 at the at the Coeur d’Alene Brewing Company, located on Lakeside Avenue in ... Read More

Friday, Jan. 19, 2007

Volunteers sought for NIC presidential search advisory committee

North Idaho College is seeking volunteers to serve on the NIC presidential search advisory committee. The committee will comprise 22 members, 11 of which will be representatives from the community. The NIC presidential search advisory committee is ... Read More

Friday, Jan. 19, 2007

Community members to race tricycles to benefit NIC Children's Center

Much to the amusement of onlookers, several well-respected community members will bring themselves to child’s play in order to benefit the children of the North Idaho College Children’s Center during the Black Ties and Tricycles event from 6 to 9 p.m ... Read More

Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2007

NIC assistive technology specialist receives award for service to disabled

North Idaho College’s Patrice Wheeler, who serves as the assistive technology access specialist in NIC’s Center for Educational Access, was recently presented an award for her service to individuals with disabilities. Wheeler received the 2006 ... Read More

Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2007

NIC presents Banff Mountain Film Festival

North Idaho College’s Outdoor Pursuits program is presenting the Banff Mountain Film Festival Sunday, Jan. 28 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. 17, 2007

North Idaho College Board of Trustees Special Meeting Notice

The North Idaho College Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting at 4 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 18 in the Lake Coeur d’Alene Room of NIC’s Edminster Student Union Building. The purpose of the meeting is to cover: 1. Action: Agreement to accept ... Read More

Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2007

NIC offers presentation on the life of Scottish poet Robert Burns

North Idaho College will offer “The Life and Times of Robert Burns Through Words and Music,” a presentation on the life of 18 th century Scottish poet Robert Burns in celebration of his birthday. The presentation will begin at 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 26 in ... Read More

Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2007

NIC auditorium staff/theater department earn national awards

Several North Idaho College Boswell Hall Schuler Auditorium staff members as well as students and former students of the NIC theater department recently received prestigious awards from the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival for the production ... Read More

Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2007

NIC Wild Game Feast to feature menu of wild game delicacies

Attendees at the North Idaho College Alumni Association’s eighth annual Wild Game Feast Saturday, Jan. 27 will enjoy wild game delicacies rarely available to the casual diner. This year’s event features a five-course meal created by Coeur d’Alene Inn ... Read More

Monday, Jan. 8, 2007

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

North Idaho College will be closed Monday, Jan. 15 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. 16. Spring semester classes ... Read More

Monday, Jan. 8, 2007

NIC Board of Trustees Special Meeting Notice

A special meeting of the North Idaho College Board of Trustees will be held at 3 p.m. Jan. 10, 2007 in the Blue Creek/Echo Bay Room of NIC's Edminster Student Union Building. The agenda is below: 3 p.m. Call to Order ¨ Verification of Quorum ... Read More

Friday, Jan. 5, 2007

NIC Nursing Department to hold admissions information session

Pre-nursing students interested in applying for admission to either the registered nursing or practical nursing programs at North Idaho College are encouraged to attend the information session at 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 19 in Meyer Health and Sciences Building ... Read More

Thursday, Jan. 4, 2007

NIC scholarship application process changes; applications due March 1

The North Idaho College scholarship application process has recently changed. Applications were once active for three years, but now students are required to fill out a scholarship application form on an annual basis. The priority deadline for fall ... Read More

Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2007

Room still available in NIC softball pitching clinics

Room is still available in the North Idaho College pitching clinic offered Saturday, Jan. 6. The NIC softball coaching staff and players will host the clinic from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Lake City High School in Coeur d’Alene. The in-depth ... Read More

Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2007

NIC's Burke accepts California position

Michael L. Burke, the president of North Idaho College since June 1998, is resigning to become president of San Jose City College in San Jose, Calif. He will begin work there in March. The NIC Board of Trustees and Burke have begun development of a ... Read More

Friday, Dec. 22, 2006

NIC soccer program to lead indoor soccer tournament

The North Idaho College men’s and women’s soccer teams and coaching staff will host an indoor soccer tournament Jan. 6 and 7 in NIC’s Christianson Gym. The NIC Futsal Festival will be open to boys’ and girls’ teams in the under 11 and under 12 age ... Read More

Friday, Dec. 22, 2006

NIC softball players, coaches to lead hitting and pitching clinics

The North Idaho College softball coaching staff and players will host a variety of clinics in January. Three separate three-session hitting clinics will be offered at the NIC Hitting Facility, located at Walnut and Seventh streets in Coeur d’Alene ... Read More

Thursday, Dec. 21, 2006

NIC connects families with servicemen and women in Iraq

The Family Readiness Group provides a variety of support services to Army Reserve soldiers and families from counseling to childcare services. But as the holidays approached, the needs of the families shifted as the focus fell on the desire to send greetings ... Read More

Wednesday, Dec. 20, 2006

100 percent of NIC nursing students pass licensing exam

All of North Idaho College’s spring registered nursing and practical nursing graduates passed the National Council Licensure Examination, qualifying each to apply for licensure as a registered nurse or a practical nurse in any state. More than 80 percent of ... Read More

Wednesday, Dec. 20, 2006

NIC to close for holiday break

The North Idaho College campus will close for the holidays Dec. 25 through Jan. 1. Campus will reopen at 7:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 2 according to its normal business hours. NIC’s Molstead Library will be closed from Dec. 22 to Jan. 15. The library will ... Read More

Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2006

NIC women's soccer player earns honors

|photo1|North Idaho College sophomore goalkeeper Makayla Desjarlais recently became the first NIC women’s soccer player to earn National Junior College Athletic Association All-American honors. Desjarlais, of Post Falls, Idaho, received All-American ... Read More

Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2006

NIC student receives state nursing scholarship

North Idaho College registered nursing student Ami Higbee of Athol, Idaho recently received a state nursing scholarship through the Idaho Nurses Association. The $860 Florence Whipple Scholarship Award was presented through the Idaho Nurses ... Read More

Monday, Dec. 18, 2006

Coldwater Creek contributes nearly $50,000 to NIC

Coldwater Creek contributed nearly $50,000 to the North Idaho College Ponderay Center for the purchase of technology and equipment for the newly-opened facility. NIC’s former Sandpoint Center relocated to its new location in the Bonner Mall in ... Read More

Thursday, Dec. 14, 2006

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. 26-28 is open to boys and girls. Participants will receive ... Read More

Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2006

Room still available in NIC courses for seniors

Room is still available this spring in several North Idaho College credit courses specifically designed for seniors citizens 60 and older for a flat $20 fee. All courses are offered on NIC’s main campus in Coeur d’Alene unless otherwise noted. ... Read More

Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2006

NIC Children's Center to host open house

The North Idaho College Children’s Center is inviting all former center families and staff as well as community members to attend an open house held in celebration of the center’s 20 th anniversary. The open house will be from 6 to 9 p.m ... Read More

Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2006

Dec. 11: NIC women split with CSI

The Lady Cardinals of North Idaho College split with No. 13-ranked College of Southern Idaho in the opening weekend of Scenic West Athletic Conference (SWAC) play. After a disappointing overtime loss (66-64) Friday night, the NIC women bounced back on ... Read More

Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2006

NIC Foundation awards more than $50,000 in grants

The North Idaho College Foundation announced Tuesday the recipients of $50,707 in grant money awarded this year through the NIC Foundation Grant Program. Funded by gifts received throughout the year, the NIC Foundation has awarded $668,887 to fund ... Read More

Friday, Dec. 8, 2006

NIC volleyball players earn honors following national tournament

Several North Idaho College volleyball players earned honors following the recent National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division I volleyball tournament in West Plains, Mo. The NIC volleyball team placed fourth in the nation, the Cardinals ... Read More

Friday, Dec. 8, 2006

NIC Art Students Christmas Pottery Sale includes ceramics made by students

Those searching for last minute gift ideas for friends and family on their Christmas lists are encouraged to attend the NIC Art Students Christmas Pottery Sale from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 13 and Thursday, Dec. 14 in the Boswell Hall Corner ... Read More

Thursday, Dec. 7, 2006

NIC's distance education enrollment grows 22 percent over last year

Participation in North Idaho College’s distance education program has grown 22 percent over last year, according to a recent report. Enrollment, as measured by total students in all distance education classes, grew to 6,851 in the 2005-2006 academic year ... Read More

Monday, Dec. 4, 2006

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 $300,000 custom home in the North Idaho College Foundation’s Really BIG Raffle. “Think BIG this holiday season and give your loved ... Read More

Monday, Dec. 4, 2006

NIC to present the history of the Cataldo Mission

Old Mission State Park head park ranger Bill Scudder will present on the history of the Cataldo Mission at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 12 in Molstead Library’s Todd Hall on NIC’s main campus. In “Coeur d’Alene’s Mission of the Sacred Heart: Yesterday and ... Read More

Friday, Dec. 1, 2006

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” Dec. 8 and 9. The event will kick off Friday, Dec. 8 with Brazilian music by Duo Olinda from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Grand Bay ... Read More

Friday, Dec. 1, 2006

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 eighth annual Wild Game Feast Saturday, Jan. 27. This year’s event features a five-course meal of ... Read More

Friday, Dec. 1, 2006

NIC to host legislative reception Dec. 11

North Idaho College will host Idaho state legislators from across North Idaho during the NIC Legislative Reception from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 11 in the Lake Coeur d’Alene Room of NIC’s Edminster Student Union Building. Legislators from ... Read More

Thursday, Nov. 30, 2006

NIC Christmas concert to feature holiday sing-along

This year’s annual holiday concert at North Idaho College Dec. 9 and 10 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 holiday-themed pieces by the ... Read More

Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2006

Dec. 1: Seven Cardinals earn All-Region awards, John Prugh wins Player of the Year

Seven players from the North Idaho College men's soccer team were selected for the National Junior College Athletic Association All-Region 18 team for the 2006 season. Sophomore midfielder John Prugh was also awarded the Scenic West Athletic Conference and ... Read More

Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2006

Dec. 1: Prugh selected for NJCAA All-American Team

NIC sophomore John Prugh of the men's soccer team was selected to the National Junior College Athletic Association All-American second team for the 2006 season. Prugh, a midfielder, was captain of the Cardinal team that went 11-4-1 and captured the Scenic ... Read More

Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2006

NIC to celebrate opening of Ponderay Center with open house

Community members are encouraged to attend an open house held in honor of the opening of the North Idaho College Ponderay Center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 7. The open house will be held at the NIC Ponderay Center, located at 300 Bonner ... Read More

Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2006

NIC men's basketball to play Community Colleges of Spokane at Gonzaga

The North Idaho College men’s basketball team will face off against the Community Colleges of Spokane during “The Border Clash,” at 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 11 at Gonzaga University’s McCarthey Athletic Center. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for ... Read More

Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2006

NIC volleyball team places fourth at NJCAA tournament

The North Idaho College volleyball team finished fourth in the Division I National Junior College Athletic Association (NCJAA) volleyball tournament held Nov. 20-22 in West Plains, Mo. Sixteen teams from Kansas, Florida, Wyoming, Iowa, Arkansas, Missouri ... Read More

Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2006

NIC Nursing Department to hold admissions information session

Pre-nursing students interested in applying for admission to either the registered nursing or practical nursing programs at North Idaho College are encouraged to attend the information session at 1 p.m. Friday, Dec. 8 in Meyer Health and Sciences Building ... Read More

Monday, Nov. 27, 2006

Prospective students encouraged to attend NIC's First Fridays

Those interested in attending North Idaho College are encouraged to attend December’s First Friday campus visitation program Friday, Dec. 1. The First Fridays program offers prospective students the opportunity to visit campus and learn about NIC’s ... Read More

Monday, Nov. 27, 2006

NIC campus closed for Thanksgiving holiday

The North Idaho College campus will be closed Nov. 22 through Nov. 24 for the Thanksgiving holiday. NIC’s Molstead Library will reopen at noon Nov. 25. Regular classes will resume Nov. 27. Read More

Monday, Nov. 27, 2006

Christmas play ‘This Child' to be held at NIC in December

North Idaho College Boswell Hall Schuler Auditorium Manager Justin Van Eaton enjoys the holiday season, but has grown tired of seeing the same traditional holiday classics in community theaters this time of year. He and former NIC theater director and ... Read More

Monday, Nov. 27, 2006

NIC spring semester registration begins Dec. 5 for new and former students

New and former student registration at North Idaho College begins Dec. 5 for spring semester 2007, which starts Jan. 16. Students that are currently enrolled in an NIC class may register online during or after their assigned time. Students ... Read More

Monday, Nov. 27, 2006

NIC presents storytelling and local history with Coeur d'Alene tribal member

Graduate anthropologist, educator and member of the Coeur d’Alene Tribe Frank SiJohn will present on coyote storytelling and local history at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 6 in Molstead Library’s Todd Hall on NIC’s main campus. SiJohn collects tribal ... Read More

Monday, Nov. 27, 2006

Sign up now for NIC softball catching clinic

The North Idaho College softball coaching staff and players will host a catching clinic from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 17 in NIC’s Christianson Gym. The clinic is open to softball players ages 8-18 and will cover framing, blocking, throwing ... Read More

Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2006

NIC to present Warren Miller's ski and snowboard film “Off the Grid”

North Idaho College’s Snowriders Club and Lookout Pass will present the latest winter sports film from Warren Miller Entertainment titled “Off the Grid” at 7 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 26 in NIC’s Boswell Hall Schuler Auditorium. Warren Miller’s “Off the ... Read More

Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2006

NIC graphic design instructor produces DVD for Spokane educational project

North Idaho College Graphic Design Instructor Philippe Valle doesn’t want to be part of the classic education double standard: where he teaches about the most advanced techniques and technologies in the field of graphic design, but fails to use them in ... Read More

Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2006

NIC to hold auditions for ‘The Diviners'

The North Idaho College Theater Department will be holding auditions for its winter production of “The Diviners” Tuesday, Nov. 28 and Wednesday, Nov. 29. Auditions will be held at 7 p.m. in Molstead Library’s Todd Hall. Men and women are needed to ... Read More

Monday, Nov. 13, 2006

NIC volleyball players named to All-Region teams

Several North Idaho College volleyball players were named to All-Region teams following the Region 18A championship in which NIC (34-6) won the regional title. Cintia Allessi of Curitiba, Brazil was selected to the All-Region first team in addition ... Read More

Friday, Nov. 10, 2006

NIC invites alumni back to campus for social event

The North Idaho College Alumni Association is inviting its 2,300 members to attend a fall social event called “Jazzy Celebration” Saturday, Nov. 18. The event will include a social and hors d’oeuvres from 6 to 7 p.m. in the balcony foyer of ... Read More

Friday, Nov. 10, 2006

NIC student chosen as Rotary Student of the Month for November

|photo1|North Idaho College student Heather Beehner of Wallace was selected as November’s Coeur d’Alene Rotary Club Student of the Month. Beehner graduated from Wallace High School in 2006, ranked third in her class. During her junior and senior year ... Read More

Friday, Nov. 10, 2006

Sign up now for NIC softball hitting clinics

The North Idaho College softball coaching staff and players will host two three-session hitting clinics this fall. The first clinic will be from 6 to 7 p.m. and the second clinic will be from 7:15 to 8:15 p.m. Tuesdays Nov. 30, Dec. 7 and Dec. 14 at the NIC ... Read More

Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2006

Advisers available to meet with students in Ponderay

Current and prospective North Idaho College students are encouraged to meet with NIC advisers Thursday, Nov. 16 at the NIC Ponderay Center, located at 300 Bonner Mall Way. Advisers will be available from 3 to 7 p.m. to assist students with admissions ... Read More

Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2006

Advisers available to meet with students in Kellogg

Current and prospective North Idaho College students are encouraged to meet with NIC advisers Tuesday, Nov. 14 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

Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2006

NIC student receives nursing scholarship

North Idaho College second-year registered nursing student Rachel Wickham of Harrison, Idaho was recently awarded a $600 Min West Scholarship. The scholarship was created in 1983 by the Community United Methodist Church in honor of Reverend Elmer and ... Read More

Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2006

Area high schoolers take home awards from NIC Math Contest

North Idaho high school students were presented with numerous awards during the North Idaho College math department’s 25th annual Math Contest Nov. 7. High school students from Lake City High School, Coeur d’Alene High School, Sandpoint High School ... Read More

Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2006

Nov. 4: No. 2-ranked Yavapai edges NIC men's soccer team 2-0

The No. 2-ranked college in the country, Yavapai College of Yuma, Ariz., scored one goal in each half Saturday to earn a 2-0 win over NIC in the NJCAA West Division Finals held at NIC's Eisenwinter Field. Yavapai's sophomore defender Tim Kelly ... Read More

Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2006

NIC to honor American Indian History Month with events

North Idaho College is hosting a variety of events and lectures in honor of American Indian History Month in November. The following events are sponsored by the NIC Diversity Events Committee: The first American Indian Film Night presentation ... Read More

Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2006

NIC players selected to soccer All-Conference/All-Region teams

Several North Idaho College soccer players were selected to All-Conference/All-Region teams for Region 18 of the Scenic West Athletic Conference during the 2006 season. NIC men’s soccer player John Prugh of Bozeman, Mont., was named to the ... Read More

Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2006

NIC library features theater costumes and set designs through November

Miniature theater set designs and costumes for various Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre productions will be on display throughout the month of November in North Idaho College’s Molstead Library. The set designs are miniature models created by Michael ... Read More

Monday, Nov. 6, 2006

NIC wrestling coach wins Pounding Away at Illiteracy weight loss challenge

|photo1|North Idaho College Athletics Director Al Williams and NIC Head Wrestling Coach Pat Whitcomb celebrate at the conclusion of the Pounding Away at Illiteracy final weigh-in. Williams lost 24 pounds, dropping from 232 pounds to 208. But Whitcomb won the ... Read More

Monday, Nov. 6, 2006

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 ... Read More

Monday, Nov. 6, 2006

NIC presents storytelling and local history with Coeur d'Alene tribal member

Graduate anthropologist, educator and member of the Coeur d’Alene Tribe Frank SiJohn will present on coyote storytelling and local history at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 15 in Molstead Library’s Todd Hall on NIC’s main campus. SiJohn collects tribal ... Read More

Friday, Nov. 3, 2006

NIC's Phi Theta Kappa chapter to present seminar on war

The seminar is part of the chapter’s exploration of this year’s Phi Theta Kappa honors study topic “Gold, Gods and Glory: The Global Dynamics of Power.” The topic is utilized as the focus of various Phi Theta Kappa honors programs. The first part of ... Read More

Friday, Nov. 3, 2006

NIC Adult Basic Education receives donation from Hastings

|photo1|Hastings presents a check in to North Idaho College in support of its Adult Basic Education program. More than $390 was raised through change bins stationed at cash registers in the Appleway store. Pictured are NIC Foundation Executive Director ... Read More

Friday, Nov. 3, 2006

Awards presented for NIC's United Way Chili Cook-Off

North Idaho College wrapped up its 14 th annual United Way Chili Cook-Off Nov. 3 as a fundraiser for United Way of Kootenai County. A total of 10 teams participated in the chili cook-off dressing, decorating and creating chili concoctions to the ... Read More

Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2006

NIC Nursing Department to hold admissions information sessions

Pre-nursing students interested in applying for admission to either the registered nursing or practical nursing programs at North Idaho College are encouraged to attend one of several information sessions held this fall. The sessions will be held at ... Read More

Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2006

NIC Center for New Directions offers ‘Reinventing Your Life' seminars

The North Idaho College Center for New Directions is offering a series of free “Reinventing Your Life” seminars this fall focused on a variety of personal enrichment topics. The seminars will be offered from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursdays in Siebert Building ... Read More

Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2006

Area middle school students to perform with NIC Symphonic Band

More than 300 middle school students from throughout the region will perform with the North Idaho College Wind Symphony in the Gathering of the Bands concert Wednesday, Nov. 15. This annual event brings together eighth-grade band members from area ... Read More

Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2006

NIC's Outdoor Pursuits offering Utah desert backpacking trip

As the weather in northern Idaho turns wet and cold, North Idaho College’s Outdoor Pursuits program is inviting the public to enjoy the warm days and clear nights of southern Utah’s Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument during a desert backpacking trip ... Read More

Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2006

Coeur d'Alene Art Association awards scholarship to NIC student

North Idaho College student Laura James was recently awarded a $300 scholarship from the Coeur d’Alene Art Association, a local community art club. James is a fine arts major from Hayden. She expects to graduate from NIC in December and hopes to ... Read More

Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2006

Oct. 28: Men's soccer team scores 6-1 victory to secure SWAC championship title

Freshman forward David Powers scored his first collegiate hat trick to lead NIC to a 6-1 win over Colorado Mountain College Saturday, Oct. 28 at NIC's Eisenwinter Field. Freshman forward Jared Bork opened the scoring in the 10th minute off an ... Read More

Friday, Oct. 27, 2006

NIC tuition reduced in 2007 for Washington, Montana residents

In an environment where enrollment numbers are directly tied to state funding, North Idaho College in Coeur d’Alene has gotten serious about its recruiting efforts and recruitment’s effect on bolstering enrollment. Like many community colleges ... Read More

Thursday, Oct. 26, 2006

Spokane artist to exhibit work in NIC's Corner Gallery

Spokane artist Tom Dukich will display his multimedia work in an exhibit titled “Seeing with My Brain” Nov. 6 through Dec. 8 in the North Idaho College Boswell Hall Corner Gallery. According to Dukich, the exhibit includes pieces that are “based on ... Read More

Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2006

Prospective students encouraged to attend NIC's First Fridays

Those interested in attending North Idaho College are encouraged to attend November’s First Friday campus visitation program Friday, Nov. 3. The First Fridays program offers prospective students the opportunity to visit campus and learn about ... Read More

Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2006

Evaluation team to visit NIC registered nursing program for accreditation

Representatives from the National League for Nursing Accreditation Commission will visit North Idaho College’s registered nursing program Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 to evaluate it for reaccreditation. The NIC registered nursing program received a full ... Read More

Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2006

NIC Idaho Small Business Development Center hires new business coach for Bonner, Boundary counties

|photo1|North Idaho College’s Idaho Small Business Development Center (ISBDC) recently hired a new business coach to assist small business owners in Bonner and Boundary counties. Joel Risch holds a bachelor’s degree in liberal studies from Humboldt ... Read More

Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2006

NIC holds communication/fine arts day for interested high school students

High school students interested in North Idaho College’s communication and fine arts programs will have the opportunity to learn more about the programs during Communication/Fine Arts Day Tuesday, Oct. 23. Students will gather for an orientation at ... Read More

Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2006

NIC prepares for 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 14 th annual event will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 3 in the Lake Coeur ... Read More

Monday, Oct. 23, 2006

NIC to host NJCAA Region 18 Soccer Tournament Oct. 28

North Idaho College will play host to the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Region 18 Soccer Tournament Saturday, Oct. 28 at NIC’s Eisenwinter Field. The NIC women’s soccer team will face Western Nevada Community College at 11 a.m ... Read More

Monday, Oct. 23, 2006

Recap of men's soccer game vs. Colorado Mountain at home Oct. 14: NIC men win conference title with 4-0 victory

The North Idaho College men's soccer team earned the right to host the Scenic West Athletic Conference championships at NIC's Eisenwinter Field after blanking Colorado Mountain College 4-0. After a 0-0 standoff at halftime, NIC freshman forward ... Read More

Monday, Oct. 23, 2006

Recap of men's soccer game vs. Community Colleges of Spokane at home Oct. 17: NIC men lose to Spokane, 4-0

Despite outshooting Spokane 25-10, NIC dropped its third match of the season to the Community Colleges of Spokane 4-0 at Eisenwinter Field. Spokane opened the scoring late in the first half on a 30-yard strike from midfielder Dan Landry. NIC ... Read More

Monday, Oct. 23, 2006

Recap of NIC men's soccer game vs. Salt Lake at home Oct. 21: NIC rebounds with 2-1 victory over Salt Lake

NIC's Cody Steele scored a goal in each half to lead the Cardinals to a tough 2-1 win over Scenic West Athletic Conference opponent Salt Lake Community College. Steele opened the scoring in a very physical first half with a great effort in the 20th ... Read More

Friday, Oct. 20, 2006

NIC student chosen as Rotary Student of the Month for October

|photo1|North Idaho College student Jodi Cleveland of Athol was selected as October’s Coeur d’Alene Rotary Club Student of the Month. Cleveland is a sophomore at NIC majoring in medical transcription. She started at NIC part time in 2003, but is now ... Read More

Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2006

NIC softball team earns national academic honors

The North Idaho College softball team was recently named as a Top 10 All-Academic Team by the National Fastpitch Coaches Association. The designation was based on GPAs submitted by teams for the 2005-2006 school year. The Cardinals tied for sixth ... Read More

Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2006

NIC volleyball coach to speak at NIC Booster Club luncheon

North Idaho College volleyball head coach Bret Taylor will be the featured speaker at the North Idaho College Booster Club luncheon at noon Tuesday, Oct. 31 at the Fort Grounds Grill, located at 705 River Avenue. Taylor will speak about the NIC ... Read More

Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2006

NIC to host forum for NIC Board of Trustees candidates

The candidates running to fill the North Idaho College Board of Trustees vacancy will have the opportunity to voice their opinions on various college issues during a candidates forum at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 23 in the Lake Coeur d’Alene Room of NIC’s ... Read More

Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2006

NIC presents fall production of ‘A Midsummer Night's Dream'

The North Idaho College Theater Department’s fall production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream will open Thursday, Oct. 26 in Boswell Hall Schuler Auditorium. A Midsummer Night’s Dream is a classic play by William Shakespeare set in a world between life ... Read More

Monday, Oct. 16, 2006

NIC to show biography of Latin American revolutionary Che Guevara

The North Idaho College Latino Club will show the film The Motorcycle Diaries, a biography of Latin American revolutionary Che Guevara, at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 25 and at 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 27 in Molstead Library’s Todd Lecture Hall on NIC’s main campus ... Read More

Monday, Oct. 16, 2006

North Idaho College Board of Trustees Meeting Notice

The North Idaho College Board of Trustees will meet in executive session at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 17 in the Powderhorn Bay Room of NIC’s Edminster Student Union Building. The purpose of the meeting falls under Idaho Code Section 67-2345, Subsection (b) ... Read More

Monday, Oct. 16, 2006

NIC to offer class for women in transition

Women who are experiencing a major change in their lives are encouraged to participate in the three-week Women in Transition class offered through North Idaho College’s Center for New Directions. The class will be offered from 9 a.m. to noon Mondays ... Read More

Monday, Oct. 16, 2006

Recap of NIC volleyball game versus CSI at home Oct. 13-14: NIC scores two wins against CSI

COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho - There's a volleyball adage that says that the first team to reach 25 points (out of a needed 30) wins 90 percent of the time. NIC Volleyball Head Coach Bret Taylor says it's about character, confidence and momentum at that specific ... Read More

Friday, Oct. 13, 2006

NIC offers free self defense class Oct. 30

Learn how to recognize and avoid danger during “Common Sense Self Defense,” a free self defense workshop, from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 30 in the Lake Coeur d’Alene Room of North Idaho College’s Edminster Student Union Building. The workshop will be led ... Read More

Thursday, Oct. 12, 2006

NIC volleyball team holds onto its No. 2 national ranking

The North Idaho College volleyball team, with an idle week, held onto its No. 2 National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division 1 ranking in the 2006 poll released Oct. 11. The Cardinals, 26-4 this season, prepare for the College of ... Read More

Thursday, Oct. 12, 2006

NIC offers presentation on the life of 19th century entrepreneur D.C. Corbin

|photo1|North Idaho College will offer a presentation on the life of 19 th century entrepreneur Daniel Chase Corbin at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 24 in Molstead Library’s Todd Hall on NIC’s main campus. “D.C. Corbin: Empire Builder” is a living history ... Read More

Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2006

NIC renames dining room to honor Coeur d'Alene Tribe

North Idaho College recently renamed the dining room of Edminster Student Union Building in recognition of the Coeur d’Alene Tribe and its historic connection to the property on which the college campus now sits. The NIC Board of Trustees voted at ... Read More

Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2006

NIC women's soccer game versus Flathead Valley Oct. 13 canceled

The North Idaho College women’s soccer game scheduled for 4 p.m. Friday, Oct. 13 at home against Flathead Valley Community College of Montana has been cancelled. The game will not be rescheduled. Flathead Valley forfeited the game due to a lack of ... Read More

Monday, Oct. 9, 2006

Recap of men's soccer game against Northwest Christian College Sept. 23-24: Cardinals win one, lose one

NIC went 1-1 at NIC's Eisenwinter Field earning its fifth win of the season against Northwest Christian College and suffering its second loss of the season to Walla Walla Community College. NIC jumped out to an early lead and cruised to a 5-0 win against ... Read More

Monday, Oct. 9, 2006

Recap of men's soccer game versus Colorado Mountain College Oct. 1: Cardinals score 10 goals

NIC netted 10 goals this past weekend and only surrendered one in a two-game road trip to Glenwood Springs, Colo. The Cardinals got off to a strong start on Friday against Colorado Mountain College turning a 4-0 halftime lead into a 5-0 win. ... Read More

Monday, Oct. 9, 2006

Recap of Oct. 8 men's soccer game at home against Walla Walla College: NIC blanks opponent 7-0

David Powers scored two goals and Jared Bork scored his 12th of the season as NIC shut out Walla Walla College 7-0. Also scoring for the Cardinals were freshman midfielder Zach Yeager, sophomore midfielder John Prugh, and freshman forwards Blake Hayashi ... Read More

Friday, Oct. 6, 2006

NIC's Phi Theta Kappa chapter to present seminar on power

The North Idaho College chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, an international honor society for two-year colleges, will present a two-part seminar focused on gender and power this month. The seminar is part of the chapter’s exploration of this year’s Phi ... Read More

Friday, Oct. 6, 2006

NIC home ownership class open for enrollment

There’s still room to enroll in the “Finally Home,” a home ownership class, offered through the North Idaho College Workforce Training Center in Post Falls. “Finally Home” will be offered in two sessions from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Mondays Nov. 6 and 13 ... Read More

Friday, Oct. 6, 2006

NIC Silver Valley Center classes open for enrollment

There’s still room to enroll in several classes offered in this month through the North Idaho College Silver Valley Center in Kellogg. “A Practical Guide to QuickBooks” will be offered in two sessions from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays Oct. 17 and 24. The ... Read More

Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2006

Room still available in NIC course for seniors

Room is still available in a North Idaho College credit course specifically designed for senior citizens 60 and older. Understanding the Use of Nonprescription Medications helps adult learners understand the dosages, ingredients, side effects and ... Read More

Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2006

NIC choir to preview fall season during benefit concert

The North Idaho College choirs will present a preview of their fall seasons during a kickoff concert being held as a benefit for the Community Action Partnership food bank in Coeur d’Alene. The “Fall Choral Preview” will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct ... Read More

Friday, Sept. 29, 2006

Presentation/workshop to be held at NIC on peace

|photo1|The Venerable Thubten Chodron, a nun in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition, will speak about how to contribute to a more peaceful world during “Make Peace Within and the World Will Follow” at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 6 in Molstead Library’s Todd Hall on North ... Read More

Thursday, Sept. 28, 2006

Palouse artist to exhibit work in NIC's Corner Gallery

Northwest artist Katherine Nelson will display her drawings in an exhibit titled “More Inspiration” Oct. 2 through 27 in the North Idaho College Boswell Hall Corner Gallery. The exhibit includes charcoal drawings based on aerial photographs of the ... Read More

Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2006

Prospective students encouraged to attend NIC's First Fridays

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

Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2006

NIC athletics officials face off in weight loss challenge

North Idaho College Athletics Director Al Williams and NIC Head Wrestling Coach Pat Whitcomb will face off in a unique weight loss program and fundraiser called Pounding Away at Illiteracy. The challenge will take place from Oct. 2 through Nov. 3. ... Read More

Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2006

NIC basketball kicks off season with midnight festivities

North Idaho College’s men’s and women’s basketball teams will kick off their seasons with Midnight Madness, a special event to commemorate the first official day of basketball practice across the nation for junior colleges. NIC’s basketball teams ... Read More

Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2006

NIC women's basketball team participates in Race for the Cure

|photo1|The North Idaho College women's basketball team recently participated in the seventh annual Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation Race for the Cure race in Coeur d'Alene. The team was sponsored by The Pita Pit, located on Sherman Avenue in downtown ... Read More

Monday, Sept. 25, 2006

Avista donates automatic external defibrillator to NIC athletics

When someone goes into cardiac arrest, time is critical. Sometimes emergency workers’ best response times of six to eight minutes can be too long for a cardiac arrest patient. In such cases, having a defibrillator on site that even a layman could ... Read More

Monday, Sept. 25, 2006

NIC Foundation announces this year's board members

The North Idaho College Foundation Board of Directors recently announced its board members for the 2006-2007 academic year. The all-volunteer board of directors oversees the NIC Foundation, the college’s private fundraising division. The multimillion ... Read More

Friday, Sept. 22, 2006

NIC legislative candidates forum open to the public

The North Idaho College Popcorn Forum has agreed to cosponsor the NIC legislative candidates forum and open the event to the public. The forum will be at noon Tuesday, Sept. 26 in the Lake Coeur d’Alene Room of the Edminster Student Union Building. All ... Read More

Thursday, Sept. 21, 2006

NJCAA poll ranks NIC volleyball team second in the nation

The North Idaho College volleyball team (22-4) improved to second in the nation in second National Junior College Athletic Association Division I volleyball poll of the 2006 season released today. NIC moved up one spot from its No. 3 ranking last ... Read More

Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2006

NIC Bonners Ferry Center to celebrate opening with open house

The community is invited to help North Idaho College celebrate the opening of its new NIC Bonners Ferry Center with an open house from 1 to 3 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 28 at the center, located at 6791 Main Street next to Far North Outfitters in Bonners Ferry ... Read More

Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2006

EWU athletics director to speak at NIC Booster Club luncheon

|photo1|Eastern Washington University Athletics Director Darren Hamilton will be the featured speaker at the North Idaho College Booster Club luncheon at noon Tuesday, Sept. 26 at the Coeur d’Alene Outback Steakhouse. Hamilton joined EWU this ... Read More

Monday, Sept. 18, 2006

NIC Diversity Events presents the true story of Colombian coffee

|photo1|Colombian coffee farmer and leader of the farmer-led sustainable agriculture movement Freddy Urbano will present at North Idaho College about the real story behind what’s in people’s morning cup of coffee. Urbano will speak about Plan ... Read More

Monday, Sept. 18, 2006

Recap of Sept. 15 men's soccer game with SLCC: Bork scores late goal for tie

NIC's redshirt freshman forward Jared Bork rifled a low shot past Salt Lake goalkeeper Valan Campbell with two minutes left to play to even the score and earn a tie for NIC at Salt Lake. Salt Lake was the first team to score when Eduardo Romero connected on a ... Read More

Monday, Sept. 18, 2006

Recap of Sept. 17 men's soccer game at Laramie: Bork adds two more in win over Laramie

Jared Bork scored his fourth and fifth goals of the season on Sunday to give the Cardinals a 2-0 win over Laramie County Community College. Bork scored his first goal of the match on a penalty kick after freshman midfielder Mark Lee was taken down in the ... Read More

Monday, Sept. 18, 2006

Recap of volleyball tournament Sept. 15-16 at home: NIC goes 5-1 at Days Inn Tournament

The North Idaho College volleyball team finished 5-1 this weekend at the Days Inn Invitational Tournament at NIC's Christianson Gym. Seven teams from four states participated in the two day event, including several players from Hawaii and overseas, giving ... Read More

Monday, Sept. 18, 2006

Recap of women's soccer games against Salt Lake and Laramie Sept. 15 and 17

The Cardinal women’s soccer team played two games the weekend of Sept. 15-17. Both games were played at Salt Lake Community College (SLCC) in Salt Lake City, Utah. The Sept. 15 match featured NIC playing SLCC in both teams’ first league game of the ... Read More

Friday, Sept. 15, 2006

NIC graphic design students to exhibit work at Valleyfest Sept. 22-24

The work of North Idaho College graphic design students will be exhibited at the Valleyfest community event Sept. 22-24 at Mirabeau Meadows Park in the Spokane Valley. On exhibit will be “Literacy,” a collection of visual arts pieces based on a ... Read More

Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2006

NIC nursing director named to state nursing task force

|photo1|North Idaho College Health Professions and Nursing Director Lita Burns was recently named to a state task force formed to address the nursing shortage in Idaho. The state task force was formed by Idaho Gov. Jim Risch and is charged with ... Read More

Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2006

NJCAA poll ranks NIC volleyball team third in the nation

The North Idaho College volleyball team (17-3) was ranked third in the nation in the National Junior College Athletic Association Division I volleyball poll released Sept. 13. Miami-Dade College (5-0) of Miami, Fla., was ranked No. 1 in the poll ... Read More

Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2006

NIC's current softball players battle it out with former players

The 2006-2007 North Idaho College softball players will challenge a team of former Cardinals for the title in the team’s annual alumni game. The NIC Alumni Softball Game begins at 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 16 at Memorial Field. The seventh annual ... Read More

Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2006

NIC falls to Walla Walla Community College 2-1

The Cardinals started strong on Saturday and took a 1-0 lead in the 23rd minute on a strike by freshman forward Jared Bork. Sophomore midfielder Dylan Torcoletti set up the goal by picking off a pass and knocked it to Bork who turned from 35 yards out and ... Read More

Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2006

Men rebound with 1-0 win over Whitman (NCAA Division III)

The NIC men's soccer team put together a strong performance on Sunday to defeat Whitman College, an NCAA Division III school, with a 1-0 victory in Walla Walla. It was a total team effort with the Cardinals outshooting Whitman 13-10 and freshman goalkeeper ... Read More

Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2006

NIC enrollment up 5.4 percent for fall 2006

North Idaho College posted a 5.4 percent increase in enrollment for fall 2006 with an increase of 239 students from last year’s enrollment of 4,392, bringing the total enrollment this year to a record 4,631. NIC’s accounting method for 10 th day ... Read More

Monday, Sept. 11, 2006

NIC athletics director selected to several NJCAA committees

|photo1|North Idaho College Athletics Director Al Williams was recently selected by the athletics directors of the Scenic West Athletic Conference (SWAC) to serve on several National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) committees. Williams ... Read More

Monday, Sept. 11, 2006

NIC Student Support Services program marks anniversary with open house

North Idaho College’s TRIO Student Support Services program will mark its five-year anniversary with an open house from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 21. The community is encouraged to attend the open house to learn more about the Student Support Services ... Read More

Friday, Sept. 8, 2006

NIC Booster Club sponsors VIP Golf Tournament

The North Idaho College Booster Club is sponsoring the VIP Golf Tournament Sept. 21. The tournament starts at 1:30 p.m. at the Coeur d’Alene Casino’s Circling Raven Golf Club near Worley, which was named one of the Top 10 Best New Courses by Golf ... Read More

Friday, Sept. 8, 2006

NIC hosts events in celebration of International Day of Peace

North Idaho College will host events in celebration of the International Day of Peace event Sept. 21. The documentary “Peace One Day”will be shown at 2:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. Sept. 21 in Molstead Library’s Todd Hall on NIC’s main campus. “Peace ... Read More

Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2006

Cardinals outlast No. 3 Whitworth 1-0

Freshman David Powers scored his second goal of the season with three minutes left to play to give the Cardinals a hard fought 1-0 win against Whitworth College. Whitworth was ranked No. 3 in the nation in the NCAA Division III preseason polls. Both ... Read More

Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2006

Cardinal women's soccer team lose nailbiter

The NIC women's soccer team lost a nailbiter Sunday to Walla Walla Community College in a hard fought 2-1 game in Walla Walla. Walla Walla had 20 shots to NIC's 14, but the contest was tight throughout the game. The Cardinals scored when Whitney ... Read More

Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2006

U.S. House of Representatives District 1 candidates to debate at NIC

U.S. House of Representatives First District Republican Candidate Bill Sali and Democratic Candidate Larry Grant will face off on platform issues during their first debate at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 15 in the Lake Coeur d’Alene Room of North Idaho College’s ... Read More

Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2006

NIC holds info sessions for admission to radiography technology program

North Idaho College will hold several information sessions guiding prospective students through the admissions process for its new radiography technology program. The sessions will be at 1 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 11 and at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Sept ... Read More

Friday, Sept. 1, 2006

NIC Children's Center teacher earns praise in national magazine

North Idaho College Children’s Center teacher Colleen Taylor was recently honored as one of the Top Preschool Teachers featured by Nick Jr. Family Magazine September 2006 edition. The national magazine received more than 500 nominations from parents ... Read More

Friday, Sept. 1, 2006

NIC campus to close for Labor Day

North Idaho College will be closed Monday, Sept. 4 in honor of Labor Day. Normal college 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. 5. NIC’s Molstead Library will also ... Read More

Friday, Sept. 1, 2006

Lake Coeur d'Alene cruise to benefit NIC athletics

The North Idaho College Booster Club is kicking off the 2006-2007 athletics season with a sunset cruise on Lake Coeur d’Alene from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 12. Let’s Go Cruisin’ will include refreshments and a chance to meet this season’s ... Read More

Thursday, Aug. 31, 2006

NIC volleyball to play four of the top 20 teams in tourney

The North Idaho College women's volleyball team is scheduled to take on four of the top 20 community college teams in the nation this weekend. The Cardinals travel to Salt Lake to participate in the prestigious 2006 Hampton Inn/Fairfield Inn Invitational ... Read More

Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2006

NIC announces results of Coeur d'Alene Shootout tournament

Approximately 265 teams participated in this year’s Coeur d’Alene Shootout three-on-three basketball tournament held Aug. 26 and 27 at North Idaho College. The event raised more than $20,000 to benefit athletics scholarships at NIC. Division winners ... Read More

Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2006

Room still available in NIC courses for seniors

Room is still available in several North Idaho College credit courses specifically designed for seniors citizens 60 and older. All courses are offered on NIC’s main campus in Coeur d’Alene unless otherwise noted. Mental Fitness and Aging ... Read More

Tuesday, Aug. 29, 2006

Federal grant gets NIC students involved in innovative biomedical research

What is “Anti E. Coli O157 Ab Specificity: wt O157:H7 86-24 Vs. F12 Mutant and Yersinia Enterocolitica?” To North Idaho College student Luke Carter it’s a dream come true. Because of NIC’s participation in the Idea Network of Biomedical ... Read More

Tuesday, Aug. 29, 2006

NIC apprenticeship programs experience record enrollment

North Idaho College’s three apprenticeship programs offered through the Workforce Training Center in Post Falls posted record enrollment for fall 2006-2007. NIC’s apprenticeship programs include 144 hours of related instruction and 2,000 hours of ... Read More

Monday, Aug. 28, 2006

NIC's Outdoor Pursuits encourages climbing community to give back

North Idaho College’s Outdoor Pursuits is sponsoring a presentation by speed rock climber Hans Florine in conjunction with Adopt-A-Crag activities. Florine will present at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 8 in the Lake Coeur d’Alene Room of NIC’s Edminster ... Read More

Monday, Aug. 28, 2006

Men's soccer team starts with a 5-0 win

The North Idaho College men's soccer team opened its season at home last Saturday with a 5-0 shutout against Western Wyoming Community College at Bill Eisenwinter Field on the NIC campus. NIC sophomore captain John Prugh got the Cardinals going in ... Read More

Friday, Aug. 25, 2006

NIC to hold auditions for ‘A Midsummer Night's Dream'

The North Idaho College Theater Department will be holding auditions for its fall production of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” Sept. 6 and 7. Auditions will be held at 7 p.m. in Boswell Hall Schuler Auditorium. A total of 12 to 13 men are needed to play ... Read More

Monday, Aug. 21, 2006

NIC radiography technology program to start this spring

North Idaho College’s new radiography technology program will begin Jan. 16, at the start of Spring Semester 2007. The Idaho State Board of Education approved NIC’s proposal to initiate the program in August of last year. Debra Ortiz was ... Read More

Friday, Aug. 18, 2006

NIC's Outdoor Pursuits offers women's lake kayak clinic

Women of all ability levels are encouraged to take part in a women-only lake kayak clinic offered by North Idaho College’s Outdoor Pursuits. The clinic will be from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays Sept. 5, 12, 19 and 26, meeting on the NIC beach. ... Read More

Friday, Aug. 18, 2006

NIC Workforce Training Center director to present at national conference

|photo1|North Idaho College Assistant Vice President for Instruction and NIC Workforce Training Center Director Robert Ketchum will present at two national conferences in October. Ketchum will present at the American Association of Community ... Read More

Wednesday, Aug. 16, 2006

NIC students present biomedical research during conference

Seven North Idaho College students recently presented their research during the fifth annual Idaho Idea Network of Biomedical Research Excellence (INBRE) research conference hosted by North Idaho College Aug. 6-8. All of Idaho’s higher education ... Read More

Tuesday, Aug. 15, 2006

Gonzaga athletics director to speak at NIC Booster Club luncheon

Gonzaga University Athletics Director Mike Roth will be the featured speaker at the North Idaho College Booster Club luncheon at noon Tuesday, Aug. 29 at Tony’s on the Lake, located on Coeur d’Alene Lake Drive in Bennet’s Bay. A native of Moses ... Read More

Monday, Aug. 14, 2006

NIC to welcome new students with barbecue, fair

North Idaho College will welcome new students to campus with the New Student Welcome Barbecue and Fair Friday, Aug. 25 in Fort Sherman Park, located behind NIC’s Edminster Student Union Building. The event, sponsored by Mountain West Bank, is free to ... Read More

Friday, Aug. 11, 2006

NIC real estate program offers prep for still active local market; Room still available in NIC program

Working in the field of real estate is appealing to many people—people who are self-motivated, who crave the opportunity to work independently knowing that hard work could yield great rewards, including no limits as to what can be earned financially. ... Read More

Tuesday, Aug. 8, 2006

NIC Silver Valley Center phones/e-mail down

Phone and e-mail service at the North Idaho College Silver Valley Center are currently down due to a technical failure. The center will still be open during regular business hours to walk-in visitors. However, placement testing service will be ... Read More

Thursday, Aug. 3, 2006

NIC softball player earns all-region honors

|photo1|North Idaho College pitcher/first baseman Spring Montgomery of East Valley High School in Spokane, Wash., recently earned second team all-region honors from the National Fastpitch Coaches Association. The all-region award represents the western ... Read More

Wednesday, Aug. 2, 2006

NIC Outdoor Pursuits plans overnight kayak/canoe trip

Outdoors enthusiasts are encouraged to participate in the North Idaho College Outdoor Pursuits overnight kayak/canoe trip to the Chain Lakes, near Harrison, Aug. 26 and 27. The trip will teach participants how to plan and implement a multi-day camping ... Read More

Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2006

Register now for three-on-three tournament at NIC

Basketball players are encouraged to register their team for the Coeur d’Alene Shootout, a three-on-three basketball tournament Aug. 26 and 27 at North Idaho College. Coeur d’Alene Shootout is a double-elimination tournament with standard half-court ... Read More

Wednesday, July 26, 2006

Room still available in several NIC professional-technical programs

Room is still available to enroll in some of North Idaho College’s professional-technical programs. Many of the programs have limited space, so sign up now. Space is still available in the following programs: The Human Resources Assistant ... Read More

Wednesday, July 26, 2006

NIC volleyball leads tune-up skills camp

North Idaho College volleyball staff and players are offering the NIC Tune-Up Complete Player Camp, which is designed for intermediate, junior varsity and varsity players who want to tune-up their skills before school tryouts. The camp will be from 9 ... Read More

Tuesday, July 25, 2006

New resort/recreation management program open for enrollment at NIC

North Idaho College recently hired Ryan Hayes to head its new Resort/Recreation Management program. |photo1|Hayes was most recently a senior graduate instructor at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, teaching in the physical education ... Read More

Friday, July 21, 2006

NIC HVAC-R students now on fast track to journeyman's license; Room still available for fall enrollment

Although basic math is one of the requirements of North Idaho College’s Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC-R) program, something still doesn’t add up. Suddenly nine months spent in the NIC professional-technical program equates to ... Read More

Wednesday, July 19, 2006

NBA basketball player to speak at NIC Booster Club luncheon

Former Gonzaga University standout Richie Frahm, who now plays in the NBA, will be the featured speaker at the North Idaho College Booster Club luncheon at noon Tuesday, July 25 in the Coeur d’Alene Resort’s Shore Lounge. Frahm averaged 12.5 ... Read More

Tuesday, July 18, 2006

Tree planted on campus in honor of retired nursing instructor

|photo1|Retired North Idaho College nursing instructor Babette Hess kisses her husband Art during a tree planting ceremony in her honor outside the NIC Meyer Health and Sciences Building. Art donated to the college in her honor and at his request, a ... Read More

Monday, July 17, 2006

North Idaho College Board of Trustees Meeting Notice

North Idaho College Board of Trustees Meeting 3 p.m. Monday, July 17, 2006 Molstead Library, Room 210 Agenda Discussion with College of Southern Idaho on statewide issues concerning community colleges. Read More

Monday, July 17, 2006

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 29 and 30. 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

Monday, July 17, 2006

NIC's Outdoor Pursuits offers sailing clinic

North Idaho College’s Outdoor Pursuits will wrap up a series of clinics this summer to teach participants how to sail. The last Tuesday night clinic for adults will run in four sessions on the NIC beach. The clinic will be Aug. 8, 22, 29 and Sept ... Read More

Friday, July 14, 2006

NIC hires new director of Qualified Worker Retraining Program

North Idaho College recently hired Marie Price as the new director of the Qualified Worker Retraining Program. She began her new position July 11. |photo1|Price has worked for Goodwill Industries of the Inland Northwest in Spokane, Wash., for more ... Read More

Wednesday, July 12, 2006

New discounted NIC course rate offered to seniors 60 and older

North Idaho College is offering a new flat rate to senior citizens 60 and older who enroll in college credit courses specifically designed for seniors. Those courses are offered for $20 each. Courses designed for seniors offered during fall semester ... Read More

Wednesday, July 12, 2006

Greenacres man wins $250,000 grand prize house

An estimated crowd of approximately 2,500 ticket holders and community members braved a thunderstorm that settled in quickly during the North Idaho College Foundation’s Really BIG Raffle drawing Wednesday night. Nearly $300,000 in prizes was given ... Read More

Tuesday, July 11, 2006

NIC hires new financial aid director

North Idaho College has selected Theresa Beres, who has more than 11 years working in financial aid for colleges, as its new financial aid director. In her career, Beres has worked in a variety of financial aid positions including more than five years as a ... Read More

Tuesday, July 11, 2006

NIC's Outdoor Pursuits offers women's lake kayak clinic

Women of all ability levels are encouraged to take part in a women-only lake kayak clinic offered by North Idaho College’s Outdoor Pursuits. The clinic will be from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays Aug. 2, 9, 16 and 23, meeting on the NIC beach. The ... Read More

Monday, July 10, 2006

NIC Foundation's Really BIG Raffle drawing to be held July 12

Community members and all ticket holders in the 13 th annual North Idaho College Foundation Really BIG Raffle are invited to attend the raffle drawing at 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 12 in Fort Sherman Park, located behind Edminster Student Union Building on NIC’s ... Read More

Friday, July 7, 2006

NIC announces Dean's List for spring semester

North Idaho College recently announced the Dean’s List for spring semester 2006. 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 along with ... Read More

Thursday, July 6, 2006

NIC women's basketball team earns academic honors

The North Idaho College women’ basketball team was named as an Academic All-American Team by the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA). The team’s average GPA for the season was 3.4. Teams must earn an average 3.0 GPA to qualify for ... Read More

Thursday, July 6, 2006

NIC Workforce Training Center sets new enrollment record; up nearly 6 percent

North Idaho College’s Workforce Training Center posted a 5.9 percent increase in enrollment for fiscal year 2006. “This increase is indicative of how robust our local economy is and how responsive NIC is to the needs of local employers,” said NIC ... Read More

Wednesday, July 5, 2006

NIC Alumni Association elects new president

The North Idaho College Alumni Association recently elected Tom Daugherty as its new president. Daugherty will oversee the 16-member board during his one-year term as president. |photo1|Daugherty earned an associate’s degree from NIC in 1980 followed ... Read More

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