Luna will not run for re-election
BOISE – Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Luna announced Monday that he will not run for re-election.
Luna said his decision not to run for re-election stemmed from his work trying to implement the recommendations of the Governor’s Task Force for Improving Education. He said his work was continually scrutinized through a political lense, and it was dampening his ability to implement the recommendations. He said he will work hard for the next 11 months, without the distraction of an election.
Luna is stepping down after eight years as the state superintendent. Three individuals have announced their candidacy for the position, according to the Idaho Statesman.
Currently, teacher John Eynon of Grangeville, Idaho and principal Randy Jensen of American Falls, Idaho are the Republican candidates for superintendent of public instruction, and Jana Jones — defeated by Luna in 2006 — is the only Democratic candidate.
Taste of Nepal
For the past 16 years, the local Nepali community has come together to prepare for a showcase of their culture to the Moscow Community.
The University of Idaho’s Nepali Student Association (NSA) will host Taste of Nepal from 5-8 p.m. Saturday in the Student Union Building Ballroom.
Tickets are $12 for students and $15 for the general public. They can be purchased at the Idaho Commons any day this week or at the door on Saturday.
“Taste of Nepal is mainly put on to showcase Nepali culture through dance, music and food,” said Namrata Dangol, NSA treasurer.
Dangol said it is an event where all Nepali students and faculty on campus and the Moscow and Pullman Nepali community come together to help with preparations.
“This is a great opportunity for culture exchange, because a lot of people don’t know about Nepal, most of them have never heard of Nepal,” Dangol said.
Tshering Sherpa UI alumna and NSA member said Taste of Nepal is not only a good way to maintain diversity on campus, but to also bring students a cultural experience outside of the classroom.
Dangol said she is most excited to showcase Nepali dances and food.
“I think that people who come to the event will have fun watching the dances and also enjoy the food,” Dangol said.