Sigma Alpha Epsilon | Kim Stager
Sigma Alpha Epsilon applies to return to UI sooner
Two years after having its chapter revoked, fraternity alumni hope to return to campus

Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE) fraternity lost its charter in March 2018 amid allegations of hazing and an investigation by the fraternity’s national organization. The original closure agreement between UI and SAE’s national organization stated the fraternity could repopulate the house starting Aug. 15, 2022. Local alumni are hoping to make that happen by Spring 2021.

Palousafest | Carter Kolpitcke
Palousafest continues with new design
COVID-19adaptations cause UI signature event to extend over a week

Palousafest Deconstructed aims to deliver a traditional Palousafest experience despite the increased regulations of COVID-19 and altered organization.

Fire drill | Carter Kolpitcke
UI’s emergency rescue plans include considerations for all
Plans keep those who need help evaluating buildings in mind

Emergency plans inclusive to those with disabilities at the University of Idaho have a lot of variables. UI’s solution has been to create a list of self-identified disabled people who would need help exiting the building in the event of an emergency, like a fire.

Vigil for Ruth Bader Ginsburg | Angela Palermo
Mourners gathered for vigil in Ginsburg’s honor
Nearly one hundred attended Moscow vigil for the late Supreme Court Justice

The death of the second woman appointed to the Supreme Court, Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, has only added uncertainty to the upcoming presidential election as Congress prepares to fight over who will replace her.

Latah County Historical Society | Saydee Brass
Fitful events
The historical society invites all to their new book club

Club members gathered on the McConnel Mansion lawn Wednesday morning, sitting in their own chairs bundled in blankets to discuss history.

Life Update
Suicide Awareness Week 5K to be postponed
Vandal Health ensures that their 5K does not faltar

Wildfire smoke was the cherry on top of canceling in-person events due to the health risks that come with inhaling smoke. But the “We Got Your Back 5k for Suicide Awareness” still prevaled to find a way to continue.

Proposed Election Day holiday may add extra day of school to semester
Bite-sized highlights of the Sept. 22 Faculty Senate meeting

ASUI proposed Election Day holiday An ASUI bill to make Election Day a University of Idaho holiday was discussed in the Sept. 22 Faculty Senate meeting. If Election Day becomes a campus holiday, UI may need to add an extra instructional day to the fall semester, […]

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OPINION: WSU vs UI: a tale of two responses
Two neighboring colleges approach the pandemic drastically different

The Washington National Guard occupied Pullman last week to help with COVID-19 testing after college students attending Washington State University returned. Fifteen minutes away, University of Idaho still has in-person classes with no National Guard in sight.

Life Hacks logo | Riley Helal
Life Hacks: Soup, anyone?
Things to do this week on the Palouse

Students, community members and those of the Palouse – we have lined up the best virtual and in-person events you should be attending for the week. Whether you are a cook, athlete or […]