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Abigail Crawford grew up in Kuna and attended Kuna High School where she discovered her true passion – plant science, specifically w**d science. 🌾 She earned her degree in crop science and management last weekend from the University of Idaho College of Agricultural & Life Sciences and will soon begin her career in plant science research.

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Cultivating Curiosity CALS grad explores a passion for plants.

University of Idaho’s 2024 Winter Commencement will be held Saturday, Dec. 7, at the ICCU Arena in Moscow. 🎓✨ Ceremonies begin at 9:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Pacific time and will be livestreamed at uidaho.edu/live.

Learn more: https://uidaho.edu/events/commencement/winter

Over 600 students to graduate at U of I Winter Commencement Ceremony 👀🙌

More than 600 students are eligible to receive 687 degrees at University of Idaho’s 2024 Winter Commencement Saturday, Dec. 7, at the ICCU Arena in Moscow.

Ceremonies begin at 9:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. More information about commencement is available at uidaho.edu/commencement.

The 621 eligible students who applied to graduate this fall applied for 16 associate degrees, 382 bachelor’s degrees, 188 master’s degrees, 33 doctoral degrees and six juris doctorates. Another 60 are receiving academic certificates and two are receiving specialist certificates.

“Vandals prove over and over they have the grit and passion to make a difference in the world,” U of I President Scott Green said. “We are excited to watch these newest Vandal alumni lead the charge in shaping the future.”

U of I has graduated about 134,295 students with more than 144,010 degrees since it opened in 1889.

Kathleen Duncan, a prolific national volunteer, entrepreneur and leader, will give the commencement address. She has served on the board of trustees of numerous institutions, including several universities, as well as the California Science Center, Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles and the Doheny Eye Institute. Duncan is also involved in several other nonprofit groups. Duncan married a Vandal alum — Randy Luten ’83 — and has embraced the Vandal Family. She’s a regular at homecoming, Alumni Board rafting trips and Vandal ski trips.

The ceremonies will be livestreamed at uidaho.edu/live.

This year and every year, we're thankful for our Vandal Family. 💛✨ Wishing you a joyous and restful Thanksgiving holiday.

University of Idaho College of Science senior exemplifies U of I student-athlete success 🏈✨

As a football player, one of Tommy McCormick's primary jobs is to dissuade opposing receivers from catching the ball – often by applying bone-jarring hits. Academically, the 4.0 GPA student is hoping his next stop is medical school, where he wants to mend broken bones as an orthopedic surgeon.

Read the full story: https://www.uidaho.edu/news/feature-stories/major-momentum

Major momentum As a football player, one of Tommy McCormick’s primary jobs is to dissuade opposing receivers from catching the ball — often by applying bone-jarring hits. Academically, the 4.0 GPA student is hoping his next stop is medical school, where he wants to mend broken bones as an orthopedic surgeon.

To all who served and those still serving — thank you for your commitment, sacrifices and service. We are forever grateful.

Happy Halloween, Vandals! ✨💛 Here’s to a hauntingly good evening filled with fun! ✌️🎃

Taking a moment to admire the golden hues of fall.💛✨

Bigger and better than ever! Our Fall 2024 freshman class is the largest U of I history. 🙌🎉
Help us share it with the world!

The Fall 2024 freshman class is the biggest in the history of University of Idaho and the third record-breaking freshman class in as many years. The 2,025 first-time students enrolled are an increase of 8.3% over Fall 2023. A total of 747 new freshmen are recipients of the new Idaho Launch scholarship.

Overall student enrollment for Fall 2024 is 12,286 students, up 3.7% from the Fall 2023 enrollment of 11,849 students. This increase marks the seventh consecutive semester of enrollment growth at U of I.

University of Idaho College of Engineering students are finding ways to address wildfire risk mitigation, and improve wildfire detection and understanding of smoke impacts through several engineering innovations.

In partnership with the University of Idaho College of Science, Vandal engineering students Jackson Coleman and Peter Wieber of Boise, Caleb Hanson and Aleczander Smart of Caldwell, and Cassidi Shindler of Colfax, Washington, improved upon a device used to produce embers for observing and testing how embers interact with buildings in controlled environments. The device is designed to mimic real wildfire conditions.

Read the full story 👇
https://www.uidaho.edu/engr/news/features/wildfire-prevention

to celebrating University of Idaho Homecoming with our Vandal Family! From the football win to reuniting with fellow alumni and friends, this year's homecoming was one for the books. ✨💛

The University of Idaho has opened its first federally funded center to coordinate research efforts affecting rural communities. The Western Rural Development Center (WRDC), one of four rural development centers across the country, was previously housed at Utah State University.

“As the new home of the Western Rural Development Center, the University of Idaho solidifies its role as a leader in driving innovative solutions for rural communities not just in our state, but across the entire Western region,” said Idaho Governor Brad Little.

Paul Lewin, associate professor and specialist, will serve as director of the WRDC, which is based at the University of Idaho Boise.

Read more: https://www.uidaho.edu/news/news-articles/news-releases/2024/091624-wrdc.

Mallory Bermensolo, a U of I Boise College of Art and Architecture master’s student, was recently featured on KTVB's Idaho Today show to share about U of I’s PrinTimber research project. U of I is developing technology to make housing more affordable nationwide. 🏘️

Bermensolo and the PrinTimber research team are combining sawdust and other wood byproducts with bio-based glue to create a medium for 3D-printing buildings and stackable bricks.

Watch the full interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aj-Yj2Ufd6k

There was no shortage of Vandal Pride in downtown Boise last week! ✌️✨ Vandals from across Southwest Idaho came together for an amazing night of fun, live music, great food and community at our second annual Vandal Block Party. Thank you to everyone who made it such a memorable event. Already looking forward to next year! Go Vandals! 🖤💛

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University of Idaho College of Law

University of Idaho College of Natural Resources fire sciences professor Leda Kobziar developed a new science called pyroaerobiology that explores microbes in wildfire smoke. ‍🔬

Kobziar was featured on a recent Radiolab podcast where she discusses her research on pyroaerobiology and the potential repercussions of airborne bacteria and fungi during wildfires.

Listen in 👉 https://radiolab.org/podcast/9d5209706f0cb91a4248748a

Up in Smoke Wildfires, a mysterious outbreak, and a question: is there something in the smoke? 

Join your fellow Treasure Valley alumni, students and friends on August 28 in downtown Boise for the second annual Vandal Block Party! ✌ ✨
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The event will be held on Broad Street behind the University of Idaho College of Law building. Enjoy live music by Vandal alumnus Spencer Batt ’07, '14 as well as food and drink options onsite! The VandalStore - Boise will be there too!

RSVP below to let us know you’re coming and you'll be entered to win a Vandal gear swag package. See you there and GO VANDALS!

Learn more and RSVP 👇
https://vandalblockparty24.eventbrite.com

Wishing you a great first week of classes, Vandals! ✨📚💻

Last week at the College of Southern Idaho in Twin Falls, U of I Boise College of Agricultural and Life Sciences professor Jae Ryu led the 2024 iDRONE i-STEM Program. Teachers engaged in hands-on activities, collaborated in teams, and explored real-world applications of drones during the professional development camp. 💻

Educators were equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to integrate drones into their curriculum, inspiring students with cutting-edge technologies such as unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Thank you to the Idaho STEM Action Center for making this amazing program possible! ✨

University of Idaho College of Agricultural & Life Sciences