University of Idaho College of Graduate Studies

We're only two weeks away from the start of fall classes! 🍂📚

What's on your end-of-summer bucket list before the semester begins?

Congratulations to two of our graduate faculty members, Leontina Hormel and Christopher Marx! 🎉👏

Boise law student finds her place in leadership and public service. ✨

In May, Kalista Barkley became University of Idaho College of Law's first student chosen to attend the Model Constitutional Convention at Washington University Law School in St. Louis, and was also ultimately elected president of the convention.

Read more to learn how Barkley changed her trajectory when she moved to Idaho and enrolled at University of Idaho College of Law.👇
https://www.uidaho.edu/newsroom/kalista-barkley

From summer classes and internships, to research projects, conference presentations and progress on theses and dissertations, our graduate students are spending the summer pursuing their academic and professional goals. ✅

They're also exploring new places, spending time with family and friends and finding ways to recharge before the fall semester begins. ☀️

Wherever summer takes you, we hope it's filled with discovery, growth and memorable experiences. Go Vandals!✌️

Alexa Bakos Peters, a University of Idaho College of Art and Architecture Art and Design graduate student, has been creating large scale art pieces using exclusively ballpoint pen. 🖊️

Learn more about U of I's Master's of Fine Arts program👇
https://www.uidaho.edu/academics/degree-finder/art-mfa

Congratulations to our Spring ’26 graduates! 🎓✨ We honored our incredible graduates on Saturday at Moscow's Spring Commencement ceremonies.

We’re proud to celebrate all they’ve accomplished and excited to see them go on to advance research, drive innovation and lead in their fields. 👏 Go Vandals!

University of Idaho doctoral student Emily Martin is studying what effect translocation has on rattlesnake movement in and outside of the snake’s home range. 🗺️🐍

Martin’s research through the University of Idaho College of Science and University of Idaho College of Natural Resources Idaho Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit will determine if snakes return to an area after they have been moved — or translocated — and measure their chance of survival in their new territory.

Read more about her research 👇
https://www.uidaho.edu/newsroom/rattlesnake-translocation-wyoming

Vandal Village: New, on-campus options for graduate housing in Moscow ✨

Designed for upperclass and graduate students, these apartments provide a flexible living experience while keeping you close to everything campus has to offer. Located just a short walk from classes, they make it easy to stay engaged in campus life while enjoying your own space.

Vandal Village is both kid-friendly and pet-friendly, making it easy for your whole household to feel at home. With one, two, three and four bedroom options available, you can find the right fit for your needs.

Learn more about Vandal Village 👇
https://www.uidaho.edu/student-life/housing-dining/campus-apartments #:~:text=Vandal%20Village%3A%20upperclass%20students

It’s , and we’re celebrating with this moment from last year’s Spring Commencement ceremony in Boise. 📸

Can you believe Spring Commencement at University of Idaho is only a month away?
You’ve got this, Vandals. We can’t wait to celebrate you. ✨🎓

Learn more about U of I's Spring Commencement ceremonies 👇
https://www.uidaho.edu/events/commencement/spring

From pollution research to wildlife conservation, online master’s degree students tackle real-world challenges. 🌎

U of I’s Master of Science in environmental science caters to students from across the globe who want to earn graduate degrees but can’t attend courses on campus. It attracts students with a wide array of professional goals in key areas such as waste management, environmental pollution, policy and law, water science, land use and energy systems, as well as natural history and ecology.

Learn about the experiences of three students living in different parts of the country. 👇
https://www.uidaho.edu/newsroom/environmental-studies-masters