Article Archive for November 2011
Student dies in car accident
A University of Idaho freshman and member of Kappa Alpha Theta sorority died Nov. 20 from injuries sustained in a car accident the day before when traveling south of Smith’s Ferry in Idaho.
Private donors increase margin of excellence
The average performance rates of the University of Idaho Foundation Inc. in the past three years places it in the top 5 percent of national institutional foundations, said Nancy McDaniel, executive director of the foundation. …
New Planned Parenthood CEO to focus on preventive services
After four months of searching, Planned Parenthood of Greater Washington and North Idaho has a new CEO.
MOSS-Idaho hosts North Pole trek, first responder courses
As colder weather sets in outdoor enthusiasts are trading hiking boots for snowshoes. This year the University of Idaho McCall Outdoor Science School is hosting a free snowshoe orientation activity for all ages called “Trek …
Know your data use
Thirty eight percent of cell phone users have smartphones, according to a study published in August by emarketer.com, and the number is predicted to increase to 58 percent by 2015.
Honoring leadership
Myrn Gosse of New Plymouth, Idaho, has led her Rawhide 4-H group for almost 40 years, and was inducted into the Idaho 4-H Hall of Fame in November.
Blue buyers beware
Blue parking pass holders at the University of Idaho might have a harder time finding parking in the 2012-2013 school year if Parking and Transportation Services (PTS) proposed changes are passed.
Bards to Basketball
University of Idaho English professors, professional basketball players and published authors faced off on the Memorial Gym basketball court Nov. 15 as a diverse community gathered in support of the new American Indian Graduate Fellowship …
Break and bye much needed
The good news is the Vandals didn’t lose Saturday — but they didn’t win, either.
Cowan left off Ray Guy list
Even though Bobby Cowan has the second-most punts, punting yards and third-best punting average in the nation, it was not good enough to be named a finalist for the Ray Guy award.
Geiger’s 23 propel Vandals to victory
The Idaho men’s basketball team utilized an early lead to come out on the winning side of a 76-67 contest with Big Sky opponent Montana State Saturday in Memorial Gym.
Idaho snaps losing streak
The Idaho women’s basketball team snapped a four-game losing streak Saturday with its defeat of Morehead State 71-45 at the New Mexico Thanksgiving Tournament.
Not enough
The Vandal volleyball team entered the WAC tournament with momentum, but came to a halt as Idaho fell to New Mexico State in straight sets in the semifinal match Nov. 22.
The fan’s love/hate relationship with Tarvaris Jackson
The record should speak for itself. In 10 games starting for the Seattle Seahawks, Tarvaris Jackson is 4-6. He has tossed more interceptions (12) than touchdowns (9). His quarterback rating is a mediocre 72.8, for …
Art or vandalism
Graffiti is an act of vandalism, but has become recognized as a legitimate art form by many people. Street artist Banksy has been made famous by his highly recognizable political pieces, which now sell second-hand …
Life changes fast — care for those around you
An accident is just that, an accident. And the one that occurred Nov. 19 took the life of a girl who was more than a University of Idaho student, but a part of its family.
MADD Idaho supports impaired driving emphasis
With the holidays approaching fast, it’s anticipated that area law enforcement agencies will emphasize impaired driving patrols. MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Driving) Idaho supports law enforcement efforts to identify and remove impaired drivers from the …
Off the Cuff 11.29.11
Sleeping
There is something truly fantastic about sleeping in until noon 10 days in a row.
— Jens
Preventive care matters for women
A recent decision by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to require new insurance plans to cover birth control with no co-pays is currently being attacked.
Bank card fraud still unsolved
There are currently 483 bankcard fraud cases in Pullman, but police are no closer to finding an answer.
UI scores higher on Trojan report card
Trojan Condoms ranked the University of Idaho dead last in a pool of 141 U.S. colleges and universities in its annual Sexual Health Report Card in 2010. One year later, UI jumped an impressive 42 …
Trash for cash for schools
Candy wrappers are being turned into cash to raise money for Moscow schools, and University of Idaho students are spearheading the project.
