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𝗕𝗶𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗕𝗼𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲’𝘀 𝗜𝗱𝗮𝗵𝗼 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗮𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗟𝗮𝗯!

Starting this spring, and thanks to a $1.7M Idaho Workforce Development grant, the IML is expanding its space, upgrading technology, and creating more hands-on opportunities for the next generation of semiconductor innovators.

From advanced equipment to student-designed wafer fabrication, this transformation will support 220+ learners and strengthen Idaho’s growing semiconductor workforce.

Led by Dr. Paul Davis, the construction is scheduled to be completed this August ahead of the next school year.

Follow along for monthly updates as the IML takes shape over the coming months!

What are you most excited to see?

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𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗬?!

It’s once again that time of year! The 2026 Micron Chip Camp registration will go live on April 1. Spots are limited and available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Visit our website under “Education Resources” for more information and the registration links!

𝙒𝙚 𝙘𝙖𝙣’𝙩 𝙬𝙖𝙞𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝙨𝙚𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚!

𝗪𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝗮𝘀 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻?

Our final .state.msmse senior, Brylee Rubio, shared what made her time at .university so unique and rewarding. From forming connections with students and professors to participating in hands-on, relevant research, Brylee highlights why international experiences like this are so valuable for students.

Check out this experience and reach out 𝗻𝗼𝘄 if you’re interested in participating this summer!

𝗪𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝗮𝘀 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻?

Now hear about .state.msmse senior Sydney Herold’s experience studying at Nagoya University. She explains how this opportunity not only gave her the chance to travel abroad and explore a new county, but it also changed her academic focus and goals!

Check out his experience and reach out 𝗻𝗼𝘄 if you’re interested in participating this summer!

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𝗪𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝗮𝘀 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻?

Through , Boise State College of Engineering students spend time during the summer at universities across the U.S. and Japan gaining hands on, real-world experience.

Last summer, .state.msmse senior David Whitten took part in this program at Nagoya University and shared why this university-sponsored opportunity is so unique!

Check out his experience and reach out 𝗻𝗼𝘄 if you’re interested in participating this summer!

Join us on Thursday, April 2nd for the Women in Semiconductors night!

This event is open to all engineering, chemistry and physics students who want to learn more about the semiconductor industry and network with professionals from Micron, TEL, and Boise State!

• Panel discussion an Q&A
• Roundtable networking
• Dinner provided!

Details:
🗓️ April 2, 2026
🕐 5-7pm
📍 Alumni and Friends Center

Check out the link in our story or on LinkedIn to RSVP!

STUDENTS! Interested in Electrical & Computer Engineering or Microelectronics?

Planning to study ECE at Boise State University or another school? Or just curious about semiconductors?

SUMMIT 2026 (Summer Undergraduate Microelectronics Training) is an 8-week, stipend-paid summer program offering up to 6 course credits.

Get hands-on experience in semiconductor processing and microfabrication, work on real-world projects, and connect with faculty and industry professionals. Earn credit, get paid, and build real skills in a fast-growing field.

📌 Apply by Friday, April 17
📌 See flyer + website for details (link in bio)

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