How to prepare for an overnight hike
Some tips from UI’s Outdoor Program on how to prepare for a hike for beginners and experienced.

The University of Idaho’s Outdoor Program is still hosting a variety of affordable, safe, socially distanced outside activities for people to enjoy. One of these is the upcoming Women’s River […]

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OPINION: Ode to homecoming
Homecoming will not be the same, and that’s OK

A horde of students meet on Sixth Street, joining the crowd as they march toward the ASUI-Kibbie Activity Center parking lot, shouting along the way. The crowd surrounds a large blazing fire, University of Idaho flags waving in the air as sparks fly up and disappear in the night sky. The marching band blares the Vandal Fight Song, the crowd sings along swelling with Vandal pride.

OPINION: Waffle-making adventures
When you feel down, make waffles

We all know the tired phrase “it’s the little things in life.” From the first sip of coffee in the morning to hearing a new song you just fell in love with, the “little things” in life are endless in their possibilities.

OPINION: Debunking myths
Kamala Harris is more qualified than most would think

Since she announced her candidacy for president of the United States in January 2019, Sen. Kamala Harris has been the subject of a smear campaign full of lies by the majority of news outlets, public figures and general social media users.

OPINION: Christ Church’s plans for Moscow
Don't let intolerance overcome Moscow's welcoming vibe

Recently Christ Church has been making local and national headlines for their protests against the mask mandate wisely implemented by Moscow Mayor Bill Lambert in July. Despite the mask mandate being 100% constitutional (shoutout to Jacobson v Massachusetts), Christ Church continues to rage against it as if it’s not. Although it would be easy to write them off as another group of misguided citizens, they’ve established their roots deeply I’m worried they are more than that. Christ Church and their plans for Moscow are dangerous and shouldn’t be taken lightly.

Virtual opportunities to celebrate Vandal pride
University of Idaho Homecoming pivots to mostly-virtual format

The University of Idaho Homecoming Committee has planned the 112th edition of the celebration since February. Despite the challenges COVID-19 has presented to one of UI’s longest running traditions, a transition to virtual events has allowed some festivities to continue.

The difference between this year’s Homecoming and the 111 which preceded it cannot be understated, though, 2020 Homecoming Chair Elizabeth Marshall said.When the Homecoming Committee first met, the members weren’t sure what the future held. They did not expect UI to transition to remote instruction and, at the time, they weren’t sure how long the COVID-19 pandemic would last.