Faculty react to Staben”s decisions on parenting leave policy
Before last year, new parents employed at the University of Idaho had to split 12 weeks of parenting leave between them. This only met the basic requirements of the national […]
A focus on diversity – Suarez steps down, takes position at Portland State
Whether serving on community organizations or teaching university employees, Carmen Suarez”s passion for diversity came out through her work. “It”s not a job for her,” said Erin Agidius, associate director […]
Rain, shine or smoke – Even in smoky conditions, Farmers Markets draw out local customers
The only way to know bad weather was on the way was by the stinging winds through the vendors” tents and the uneven smattering of cold rain. By Moscow standards, […]
Beautification with purpose – Construction projects will have positive benefits
Construction season is coming to a close. Most of the bulldozers and jackhammers have disappeared for the winter, but the long-term effects of the many projects are still waiting to […]
Not quite “quitting” – Why dropping classes early is the best choice
Congratulations! You”ve made it through “silly week!” The first week of school is primarily used for professors to introduce their courses and hand out syllabi to their new batches of […]
Chapters of expenses – UI should utilize opensource textbooks to minimize student expenses
With the first week of classes coming to an end, it”s time for me to buy textbooks. Unlike some of my friends, who show up to class having all of […]
A welcoming atmosphere – Pitman Center improves appearance for prospective students
Coffee, comfortable chairs and TV screens with welcome videos will greet visiting prospective students and their families this fall in The Bruce Pitman Center. The Welcome Center is set to […]
Wallace dorms get an upgrade – UI to renovate 12 Wallace floors next summer
Until recently, not much had changed since The Wallace Residence Center was developed in the early “60s. For the past four to five years, one or two Wallace floors have […]
On-campus shoplifting – Football players take VandalStore merchandise
Several University of Idaho football players were involved in a shoplifting incident Aug. 16 that resulted in missing merchandise from the VandalStore, according to a university statement released Tuesday. The […]
Search fails for sorority and fraternity life director
Both candidates liked the students and enjoyed the campus. But citing concerns over salary pay, both took a pass on becoming the University of Idaho”s new director of Fraternity and […]