News and Updates

Entrepreneurs Invited to Conference: Boise Entrepreneur Week “Venture Forward,” today through Thursday, Oct. 18-21, is an in-person online conference sponsored by U of I. This year’s event focuses on running five pitch competitions and delivering a selection of meaningful entrepreneurial talks, as well as its signature block party. Register online.
 
Learn to Recognize Relationship Abuse: Join Violence Prevention Programs and the Women’s Center for “Escalation,” a film-based discussion in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The program is at 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 19, in the ISUB ASUI Vandal Student Lounge. The film follows a college-aged couple’s relationship, from sweet beginnings to unhealthy behaviors that escalate into abuse. You will learn the warning signs of relationship abuse and what to do if you witness or experience these signs.
 
Play a Board Game: Drop-in on Third Thursday Board Games 2-4 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 21, in Library 133. Each week features games from the library’s collection.
 
Register for a Mental Health First Aid Class: Mental Health First Aid, a certification course designed to help faculty, staff and students understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders, is 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 23, in the SRC Classroom. Participants must register and complete two hours of prework before attending.
 
Monthly Workshops to Assist Graduate Students: Monthly interactive workshops, facilitated by Dakota Mauzay, clinical assistant professor in the Counseling and Testing Center, will explore topics of relevance to graduate students such as Imposter Syndrome, communicating with advisors and balancing roles and responsibilities. The next workshop is 12:30-1:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 25, in the ISUB Clearwater Room and online.
 
Show Off Your Climbing Skills: Join the Outdoor Program for the frightening Monster Match Climbing Competition at 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 29. Register for $10 at the SRC Climbing Center. Email Nathan Moody with questions or call 208-885-6810.
 
Learn About Turning Ideas Into Products: ASCEND Hub will present “How to Know If You Have a Marketable Idea,” with featured speaker Teddy Johnson, 1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 28, online. Johnson is the director of technology development at the Institute of Translational Health Sciences. He has numerous patents and has commercialized dozens of new products worldwide. He teaches at the University of Washington and mentors startup CEOs in Seattle and Silicon Valley. Register here.
 
Call for Student Undergraduate Research Proposals: The Office of Undergraduate Research is soliciting research proposals from students in any discipline for competitive undergraduate research grants. Successful applicants will receive a project budget of up to $1,000 to fund research or creative projects. Projects must be conducted under the supervision of a U of I faculty mentor and are to be completed during the Spring 2022 semester. The deadline for submitting proposals for spring awards is Monday, Nov. 1. Find more information.
 
Applications Open for Summer Undergraduate Research Fellows: Completed applications for the Summer 2022 Idaho INBRE Undergraduate Fellows program are due by Tuesday, Nov. 2. The program offers 10-week fellowships for students interested in biomedical research and pays them up to $7,200 to work full-time in an established faculty laboratory. Besides doing guided research, students will attend professional development and scientific seminar presentations and will prepare a poster highlighting their work to be presented at the Idaho INBRE Summer Research Conference in Moscow. View the webpage for start and end dates and more information.
 
Outdoor Equipment Sale and Swap: Bring your new or used outdoor equipment to sell or barter 6-8 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 11, at the Student Rec Center’s Multi-Activity Court. Admission is limited entry: first-come, first-served. Help support the Vandal Ski Team with the custom ski chair silent auction fundraiser. Learn more online or call 208-885-6810.
 
Voice Your Support for Recycling: Passionate about creating a greener campus? Take the ASUI Recycling Survey to show that students, faculty and staff want recycling on campus. You’ll be entered into a drawing to win a Hydroflask and stickers from the VandalStore.
 
Attend an Education Abroad First-Time Info Session: First-Time Info Sessions are designed to help you understand more about education abroad options, financing and academic planning, as well as highlight programs and opportunities you may not have heard about. View the schedule and register on the web.

Academic Dates and Deadlines

• Fall Midterm Grades Due: Oct. 18
• Late Eight-Week Classes Begin: Oct. 18
• Deadline to Add or Drop Late Eight-Week Classes: Oct. 22
• Deadline to Withdraw or Audit Semester Classes: Oct. 29
• Winter Intersession Registration Opens: Nov. 1
• Spring Registration Opens: Nov. 8
• Deadline to Withdraw From Late Eight-Week Classes: Nov. 19
• Fall Recess: Nov. 22
• Thanksgiving: Nov. 25

Have questions about upcoming deadlines? Contact the Registrar’s Office.

News and Updates

Join the First FCCLA Meeting: Join the Family Career and Community Leaders of America for their meeting at 4:30 p.m. today, Oct. 11, in Niccolls 102 or Zoom using code 820 3157 7652. If you enjoy children, food and nutrition, family development or fashion, FCCLA is the place for you. Reach out to Abbey Rode with questions.
 
Indigenous Peoples’ Day Features Speaker and Vigil: The Native American Student Center will host Robbie Paul, Ph.D., discussing “Historical Trauma and the Native American Boarding School Experience” at 5 p.m. today, Oct. 11, on the Theophilus Tower Lawn. A “Remembering the Children Vigil” will follow at 6:15 p.m. Learn why the impact boarding schools had on Indigenous communities is recognized as cultural genocide with repercussions that continue today.
 
Learn More About Studying Abroad in Spain: Join Education Abroad and Professor Alyson Roy to learn about Gods, Heroes and Monsters, a summer study abroad program to Sevilla, Spain. Earn credit toward your degree or Gen Ed requirements, live with a host family, visit multiple cities, museums and archaeological sites, and participate in a real archaeological excavation. All participants are guaranteed a $1,000 scholarship. The information session is 5-6 p.m. tomorrow, Oct. 12, in the International Programs Office. Email Roy with questions.
 
Finding Success in the College of Science: Join the College of Science for fun programs aimed to help students get involved in the college and learn strategies for academic success. Get to know other Science students and meet faculty and staff. There will be swag items and refreshments. The meetings will be every other Tuesday through November. If you are present at five of the meetings, you will be entered to win one of three $200 awards for spring semester. This week’s session is Midterm Stress-Reliever 4:30-5:30 p.m., tomorrow, Oct. 12.
 
Learn to Format Your Thesis: The College of Graduate Studies is assisting graduate students with thesis or dissertation formatting in the workshop “Troubleshooting Your ‘Wrong’ Pages” 12:30-1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, online.
 
Writing Center Tutoring in ThinkTANK: The Writing Center offers drop-in tutoring in the ThinkTANK, JEB 126B, 3:30-5 p.m. on Wednesdays and 2:30-3:30 p.m. on Thursdays and help with all writing needs. No appointment necessary.
 
Wordsmiths Invited to Circle Up: The Writing Center has a Creative Writing Circle, a group of tutors at the center who gather weekly to discuss topics and guide workshops for anyone interested in creative writing. Feel free to bring in whatever you are working on: poems, stories, essays, plays or graphic novels. The group meets twice weekly 6-7:30 p.m. on Wednesdays, online; and 3-4:30 p.m. on Fridays in the Library Tutoring Center, second floor. Upcoming events include library research for creative nonfiction on Friday, Oct. 22, and workshops on publishing and features by creative writing faculty.
 
Dissertation and Thesis Support Group Held Weekly: This weekly dissertation support group is aimed at candidate level doctoral students, although others are welcome to attend, including those working on a thesis. Meetings are 4-5 p.m. on Wednesdays, online. Facilitated by the director of graduate support programs and faculty member Benjamin Ridenhour, the weekly meetings will involve goal setting, troubleshooting, and peer and faculty support activities.
 
‘StartUp Stories’ Will Feature Chris Marx: Chris Marx, Ph.D., is a professor in the U of I Department of Biological Sciences, Institute for Modeling Collaboration and Innovation. He has created educational outreach projects, including a website dedicated to providing resources for studying evolutionary biology and microbiology. The major theme of his research has been to forge connections between underlying physiology and evolutionary and ecological outcomes, using mathematical models to generate quantitative, testable predictions. The biotech company he cofounded, KnipBio, develops environmentally responsible fish feed alternatives for aquaculture. Marx will speak at 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 14, online, during a session of the U of I Office of Technology Transfer’s speaker series “StartUp Stories,” which features conversations and Q&As with researchers, who have translated their research into business ventures to create marketable products.
 
Join a Campus Conversation on ‘Grit’ With Saul Flores: In conjunction with the Common Read “Grit” by Angela Duckworth, U of I will have a Community Conversation at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 14, in the International Ballroom with Saul Flores, surrounding the concept and power of grit to work toward purpose-driven goals. Flores, is a philanthropist, photojournalist and speaker, who is nationally recognized — National Public Radio, MSNBC and TEDX — for his social impact projects. Flores has documented the lives of thousands of Latin American immigrants to fundraise for an elementary school in his mother’s hometown. As a first-generation college student born into a family of sugarcane workers, Flores learned the power of grit at an early age. Upon arriving in America, his mother would juggle multiple jobs, and his grandmother would trade aluminum cans for coins. Grit became key in Flores’s journey to achieving his goals. Flores has been featured as a keynote speaker for dozens of universities, inspiring audiences through his visual presentations, in which he helps people realize the capacity of their immense human potential given times of extreme adversity.
 
Take a Rock Climbing Weekend Trip: Join the Outdoor Program on a three-day rock climbing trip to the world-renowned City of Rocks in southern Idaho Friday through Sunday, Oct. 15-17. Basics and lead clinics are required. Cost is $100 for students and $150 for all others. You can register at the Outdoor Program Office or call 208-885-6810.
 
Tap Your Inner Artist: Attend a guided paint night from 7-9 p.m., Friday, Oct. 15, with Wild at Art in the International Ballroom and make some new friends. There is a limit of 150 people so RSVP with the CORQ app. If you arrive late, your spot will be given to others in line.
 
Grad School 101: Get in the Know Before Applying: Join the College of Graduate Studies team along with other prospective students to learn the process of graduate school admission and funding. Sessions are in-person and online 3:30-5 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 19, in IRIC 305; Wednesday, Oct. 20, in IRIC 321; and Thursday, Oct. 21, in IRIC 321. The content of all sessions is the same.
 
Enter the Cruise the World Contest: The International Programs Office invites you to enter its Cruise the World poster and flyer contest for the chance to win a waterproof sports action camera with all accessories. Themes are internationalism, diversity and global citizenship. Sizes and formats are 8.5” x 11” or 11” x 17” PDF files and a 1080 x 1080px JPG image, in addition to the flyer for use on social media. You may add a catchy tagline to the poster. Submissions are due by Wednesday, Oct. 20, and can be emailed to Farjahan Shawon.
 
Learn Pro Tips for Navigating Social Media: The professional development seminar, “Social Media Platforms and Personal Communications,” from noon to 1:15 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 27, online, is designed to help you understand tricky nuances of social media and personal communications, particularly in nonpartisan spaces. It is open to graduate and professional students, postdoctoral fellows, staff, faculty, administrators and Center for Advanced Energy Studies affiliates and organized by the Idaho Science and Technology Policy Fellowship. Learn more about what will be covered and register.
 
Show Off Your Climbing Skills: Join the Outdoor Program for the frightening Monster Match Climbing Competition, marking the end of the Bowldering League, at 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 29, at the SRC Climbing Center. Register for $10 at the Climbing Center. Email Nathan Moody with questions or call 208-885-6810.
 
Applications Open for 2022 Summer Undergraduate Research Fellows: The Idaho INBRE Undergraduate Fellows application for Summer 2022 is now open. Completed applications are due by Tuesday, Nov. 2. The Idaho INBRE Program is offering 10-week fellowships for students interested in biomedical research. The program pays each awarded student to work full-time in an established faculty laboratory for the summer. In addition to doing guided research, students will attend professional development and scientific seminar presentations and will prepare a poster highlighting their work to be presented at the Idaho INBRE Summer Research Conference in Moscow. The pay is up to $7,200 for the summer. View the webpage for start and end dates and more information.
 
Try a Fitness Class for Free: The Fall session of fitness classes will be open to all for free during Sneak Peek Week, Monday through Friday, Oct. 25-29, at the Student Recreation Center. You can try as many classes as you want before registering. Check out the schedule.

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Do your part, #BeCyberSmart. Throughout October, watch for the hashtag and tips put out by ITS. Later this month, follow their updates to learn how to enter to win prizes. Learn how to defend your accounts and report suspicious messages, called phishing.
 
WiFi Hotpots Available: The U of I Library has WiFi Hotspots available for seven days at a time, with one renewal. The hotspots work wherever there is Verizon coverage and can connect up to 15 devices at a time.
 
Hazardous Driving Ahead: Some weather forecasts are already hinting at snow. Winter driving calls for special skills and a bit of preparation. Keep your vehicle in good condition and stocked with a winter emergency kit. Use smooth, gentle pressure on the accelerator and brake pedals and allow extra time to get to your destination. If something happens and you are stranded or stuck, stay with your vehicle. Most importantly, check the road and weather reports before your trip. Find more safety tips.
 
Group Counseling Offered for Students: Group counseling is an effective therapy format that provides a community of social and emotional support to students. The Counseling and Testing Center offers free and unlimited group access to all currently-enrolled U of I students. We’re providing 10 groups, including an interpersonal process group for graduate students, first-generation college students support group, a drop-in grief and loss support group, and many psychoeducational and skill-building groups for emotional regulation, mindfulness, self-compassion and anxiety and depression management skills. For more information, visit our website, call 208-885-6716, email or check out our groups program by following the Student Affairs social media.
 
Consider Becoming an Organ Donor: More than 116,000 people in the U.S. are waiting for organ donations. You can register to be an organ donor online, by mail or in person at a Division of Motor Vehicles office. Registration is free and any costs associated with organ donation, including lab tests, surgical costs and doctor’s fees, are paid by the organ donation organization. Learn more.
 
Visit the Digital Collection of Campus Art: The U of I Library and the College of Art and Architecture collaboratively developed the Campus Artwork digital collection featuring paintings, sculptures, prints and other works owned by the university. Spanning over 500 years, the collection includes location information and details about artists and materials. Many works are publicly accessible for viewing on campus. View the collection.

Academic Dates and Deadlines

• Fall Midterm Exam Week: Oct. 11
• Fall Midterm Grades Due: Oct. 18
• Late Eight-Week Classes Begin: Oct. 18
• Deadline to Add or Drop Late Eight-Week Classes: Oct. 22
• Deadline to Withdraw or Audit Semester Classes: Oct. 29
• Winter Intersession Registration Opens: Nov. 1
• Spring Registration Opens: Nov. 8

Have questions about upcoming deadlines? Contact the Registrar’s Office.

News and Updates

Celebrate “Vandals” Nickname Turning 100: This year’s theme, “The Vandal Century” marks 100 years since the official nickname of “Vandals” was widely adopted for Idaho athletics teams. In 1917, Argonaut reporter Jazz McCarty coined the moniker “Vandals” for our basketball team’s prowess on the court. The pre-game write-up notes “the opening game with Whitman will mark a new epoch in Idaho basketball history, for the present gang of ‘Vandals’ have the best material that has ever carried the “I” into action.” Later in 1921, a push to make the nickname permanent paid off. U of I is the only higher education institution with the Vandals handle and mascot, and our nickname exemplifies the spirit of the university in more than just athletics. We are fiercely competitive, brave and bold. Celebrate the legacy and get involved with Homecoming and Vandal Fest events that continue until Saturday, Oct. 9.

Attend an Education Abroad First-Time Info Session: Education Abroad is offering First-Time Info Sessions 3:30-4:30 p.m. today, Oct. 4; 2-3 p.m. tomorrow, Oct. 5, and; 12:30-1:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 8. These sessions are designed to help you understand more about education abroad options, financing and academic planning. They also highlight programs and opportunities you may not have heard about. This is the first step toward making your education abroad or National Student Exchange dreams a reality. Sign up today.

Drop-In Citation Management Help Is Available Tomorrow: Learn how to manage citations in your academic writing during a Graduate Student Essentials workshop 12:30-1:30 p.m. tomorrow, Oct. 5, in Library 120 and live online. Registration is required. The workshop series will cover topics including essential library resources and services for graduate students, preparing for journal article publishing, using ArcGIS online and organizing, managing and storing data. The series also includes a drop-in session that focuses on citation management and an associated YouTube Playlist on how to use Zotero, which is free and open source, to manage citations.

Fall Career Fair is Wednesday, Oct. 6: Attend the Fall Career Fair 2-6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 6, at the ASUI-Kibbie Activity Center. Career Fairs are open to U of I students, alumni and the public. First-year through graduate students from all majors are encouraged to attend. Organizations may be recruiting for full-time, internship or seasonal positions while others are seeking applicants for graduate school programs. See who is attending and register for the fair. There will be all-day drop-in appointments for resume reviews and career fair preparation, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. today through tomorrow, Oct. 4-5, Vandal Success Center, ISUB Third Floor.

On-Campus Employer Information Sessions This Week: Employers can connect with Vandals through the app Handshake by posting opportunities, registering for career fairs, hosting an info session or scheduling campus interviews. Smithfield Foods, Interfor, Chief Architect and Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard will be hosting sessions throughout the week. Many of these will be held shortly after the Career Fair on Wednesday, Oct. 6. Learn more about these companies and network for jobs and internships.

Join the Sustainability Center for Spruce the Palouse: Volunteer with the Sustainability Center and Phillips Farm 9-11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 9, at the Phillips Farm Park. Meet your service-learning or philanthropic requirements. Bring a mask, water, warm clothes and closed-toe shoes. Email UISC with questions.

Use the Correct Campus Street Address: Street addresses must be used when scheduling meetings, events or vendor drop-offs. For anything dealing with campus mail, use 875 Perimeter Drive. For meetings, vendor drop-offs or events on campus, use building street addresses, which can be found on the campus mail website. On the right side of the page click on University of Idaho Campus Addresses to get your street address.

“StartUp Stories” Will Feature Chris Marx: Chris Marx, Ph.D., is a professor in the U of I Department of Biological Sciences, Institute for Modeling Collaboration and Innovation. He has created educational outreach projects, including a website dedicated to providing resources for studying evolutionary biology and microbiology. The major theme of his research has been to forge connections between underlying physiology and evolutionary and ecological outcomes, using mathematical models to generate quantitative, testable predictions. The biotech company he cofounded, KnipBio, develops environmentally responsible fish feed alternatives for aquaculture. Marx will speak at 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 14, online, during a session of the U of I Office of Technology Transfer’s speaker series “StartUp Stories,” which features conversations and Q&As with researchers, who have translated their research into business ventures to create marketable products.

Join a Campus Conversation on “Grit” With Saul Flores: In conjunction with the Common Read “Grit” by Angela Duckworth, U of I will have a Community Conversation at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 14, in the International Ballroom with Saul Flores, surrounding the concept and power of grit to work toward purpose-driven goals. Flores, is a philanthropist, photojournalist and speaker, who is nationally recognized — National Public Radio, MSNBC and TEDX — for his social impact projects. Flores has documented the lives of thousands of Latin American immigrants to fundraise for an elementary school in his mother’s hometown. As a first-generation college student born into a family of sugarcane workers, Flores learned the power of grit at an early age. Upon arriving in America, his mother would juggle multiple jobs, and his grandmother would trade aluminum cans for coins. Grit became key in Flores’s journey to achieving his goals. Flores has been featured as a keynote speaker for dozens of universities, inspiring audiences through his visual presentations, in which he helps people realize the capacity of their immense human potential given times of extreme adversity.

Take a Rock Climbing Weekend Trip: Join the Outdoor Program on a three-day rock climbing trip to the world-renowned City of Rocks in southern Idaho Friday through Sunday, Oct. 15-17. Basics and lead clinics are required. Cost is $100 for students and $150 for all others. You can register at the Outdoor Program Office or call 208-885-6810.

Dissertation and Thesis Support Group Held Weekly: This weekly dissertation support group is aimed at candidate-level doctoral students although others are welcome to attend, including those working on a thesis. Meetings are 4-5 p.m. Wednesdays online. Facilitated by the director of graduate support programs and faculty member Benjamin Ridenhour, the weekly meetings will involve goal setting, troubleshooting, and peer and faculty support activities.

Grill Safely for Homecoming: Planning to grill for Homecoming? Whether inside or outside the designated tailgating areas in the ASUI-Kibbie Activity Center parking lot, you’ll need to know about university requirements to do so safely. Environmental Health and Safety is available to assist your enjoyment by keeping fire safety in mind. Visit the I-Safety webpage for more information.

Vandal Health Clinic Services Are Available: Vandal Health Clinic services are available to all students, dependents, faculty and staff. The clinic is at the corner of University Avenue and Ash Street. Call 208-885-6693 to schedule an appointment. Walk-in services are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Applications Open for 2022 Summer Undergraduate Research Fellows: The Idaho INBRE Undergraduate Fellows application for Summer 2022 is now open. Completed applications are due by Nov. 2, 2021. The Idaho INBRE Program is offering 10-week fellowships for students interested in biomedical research. The program pays each awarded student to work full-time in an established faculty laboratory for the summer. In addition to doing guided research, students will attend professional development and scientific seminar presentations and will prepare a poster highlighting their work to be presented at the Idaho INBRE Summer Research Conference in Moscow. The pay is up to $7,200 for the summer. View the webpage for start and end dates and more information.

Form Your Team for Intramural Sports: Get involved with Intramural Sports this fall. Upcoming sports are volleyball, ultimate frisbee and indoor soccer. Fill out your entry forms or ask questions of Butch Fealy.

Preferred Name and Zoom Pronouns Are Available: The LGBTQA Office would like to remind everyone that preferred names are available across the U of I’s systems and business processes. This includes BbLearn, VandalWeb and the campus directory. Restrictions apply to processes that require use of a legal first name like payroll and financial aid. Find more information. Students, faculty and staff can also list their pronouns easily in Zoom. Listing your pronouns on Zoom creates a more inclusive environment for all in your virtual classes and events.

Go Recycle! Watch an Educational Recycling Video: U of I’s Sustainability Center has created an educational recycling video to inform students, staff and faculty on the recycling resources available in Moscow. The video shows what can and cannot be recycled to limit the amount of contaminated recycling and where to recycle in Moscow. Campus recycling is currently suspended, but the Sustainability Center is working on bringing back a recycling program.

Call for Student Undergraduate Research Proposals: The Office of Undergraduate Research is soliciting research proposals from students in any discipline for competitive Undergraduate Research Grants. Successful applicants will receive a project budget of up to $1,000 to fund research or creative projects. Projects must be conducted under the supervision of a U of I faculty mentor and are to be completed during the Spring 2022 semester. The deadline for submitting proposals for spring awards is Monday, Nov. 1. Find more information.

Writing Center Tutoring in ThinkTANK: The Writing Center offers drop-in tutoring in the ThinkTANK, JEB 126B, on 3:30-5 p.m. on Wednesdays and 2:30-3:30 on Thursdays and help with all writing needs. No appointment necessary.

Academic Dates and Deadlines

• Fall Midterm Exam Week: Oct. 11
• Fall Midterm Grades Due: Oct. 18
• Late Eight-Week Classes Begin: Oct. 18
• Deadline to Add or Drop Late Eight-Week Classes: Oct. 22
• Deadline to Withdraw or Audit Semester Classes: Oct. 29
• Winter Intersession Registration Opens: Nov. 1
• Spring Registration Opens: Nov. 8

Have questions about upcoming deadlines? Contact the Registrar’s Office.

News and Updates

Explore the FCCLA Today: Family Career and Community Leaders (FCCLA) is an organization focusing on family and consumer sciences and related occupations. If you are interested in child development, food sciences, fashion or event management, join our first chapter meeting at 6:00 p.m. today, Sept. 27, in Niccolls 102 and online. We will introduce FCCLA, leadership and professional opportunities and our competitive events. FCCLA is a great way to get experience and interact with other professionals in the Margaret Ritchie School of Family and Consumer Sciences. FCCLA provides members with travel, leadership and competition opportunities. Contact Abbey Rode with questions.
 
Fall Career Fair is Wed. Oct. 6: Attend the Fall Career Fair 2-6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 6, at the ASUI-Kibbie Activity Center. Career Fairs are open to U of I students, alumni and the public. First-year through graduate students from all majors are encouraged to attend. Organizations may be recruiting for full-time, internship or seasonal positions while others are seeking applicants for graduate school programs. See who is attending and register for the fair. Attend pre-Career Fair prep sessions 1) Professional Attire: Select from a variety of donated pieces at Joe’s Closet, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. today and tomorrow, Sept. 27-28, ISUB ASUI Student Lounge, 2) Free Professional Photos: Get your professional photo taken free, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. today and tomorrow, Sept. 27-28, ASUI Vandal Student Lounge, ISUB Second Floor, 3) First Impressions: Learn how to prepare for the Career Fair and make a great first impression with employers, 12:30-1:15 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 29, ISUB Panorama Room; 12:30-1:15 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 30, ISUB Panorama Room; 3:30-4:15 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 30, online, and 4) Resume Building: All-day drop-in appointments for resume reviews and career fair preparation, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Tuesday, Oct. 4-5, Vandal Success Center, ISUB Third Floor.
 
Monthly Workshops to Assist Graduate Students Today: Monthly interactive workshops, facilitated by Dakota Mauzay, clinical assistant professor in the Counseling and Testing Center, will explore topics of relevance to graduate students such as Imposter Syndrome, balancing roles and responsibilities and communicating with advisors. Workshops are 12:30-1:30 p.m. today, Sept. 27; Monday, Oct. 25; and Monday, Nov. 29, in the ISUB Clearwater Room and online.
 
Finding Success in the College of Science Tomorrow: Join the College of Science for fun programs aimed to help students get involved in the college and learn strategies for academic success. Get to know other College of Science students and meet faculty and staff. There will be swag items and refreshments. The meetings will be every other Tuesday through November. If you are present at five of the meetings, you will be entered to win one of three $200 awards for spring semester. A program discussing exam study strategies is 4:30-5:30 p.m. tomorrow, Sept. 28, in Renfrew Hall 125.
 
Prestigious Fellowships Workshop Helps Graduate Students: This College of Graduate Studies workshop series prepares students to apply for prestigious fellowships. We introduce three fellowships, NSF-GRFP, Ford, and NDSEG, delve into eligibility and application requirements and begin developing the essays. “Panel of Current Student Awardees + Q&A” is 4-5 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 30, in IRIC 305 or online.

Join Us at the U-Pick Pumpkin Patch: Head out to the U of I Soil Stewards Student Farm from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 2, 425 Farm Road, for a U-Pick Pumpkin Patch. Activities include a photo booth, hot drinks and a pumpkin painting stand. U of I students with a Vandal ID card will receive a free pumpkin. Contact Alison Detjens or Cami Ditton with questions.
 
Celebrate “Vandals” Nickname Turning 100: This year’s theme, “The Vandal Century” marks 100 years since the official nickname of “Vandals” was widely adopted for Idaho athletics teams. In 1917, Argonaut reporter Jazz McCarty coined the moniker “Vandals” for our basketball team’s prowess on the court. The pre-game write-up notes “the opening game with Whitman will mark a new epoch in Idaho basketball history, for the present gang of ‘Vandals’ have the best material that has ever carried the “I” into action.” Later in 1921, a push to make the nickname permanent paid off. U of I is the only higher education institution with the Vandals handle and mascot, and our nickname exemplifies the spirit of the university in more than just athletics. We are fiercely competitive, brave and bold. Celebrate the legacy and get involved with Homecoming and Vandal Fest events Oct. 3-9. 

Apply for the Berry International Jazz Collections Fellowship: The U of I Library invites students from any discipline to apply for the Berry International Jazz Collections Fellowship. This program funds one student each year to work with the faculty and staff at the U of I Library to increase the visibility and use of the International Jazz Collections through work on a specific project and includes a $4,000 stipend. The deadline for proposals is Sunday, Oct. 3. The fellowship begins in the fall semester and will conclude with an exhibition of the student’s work at the Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival as part of the U of I Library’s International Jazz Collection exhibits. The fellow will spend approximately 10-15 hours per week between October and February to accomplish the goals of the project. In addition to the stipend, the fellowship includes up to $500 in research funds to help cover the cost of materials and supplies, project-related travel expenses, etc.
 
Dive Into a Biomedical Commercialization Short Course: A biomedical commercialization course “Bridging the Gap: Commercialization for Biomedical Researchers” will be offered by the ASCEND Hub. A limited number of candidates will be accepted so register now. The course is for the Western IDeA states, and this virtual, multi-site, four-week course introduces commercialization and tech transfer for biomedical researchers. The course meets weekly from 1-2 p.m. Wednesdays in October.
 
Auditorium Chamber Music Series Tickets on Sale: U of I brings world-renowned chamber music performers to campus each year. Eclectic musicians perform in the historic Admin Auditorium, making for an intimate and immersive musical experience. Tickets are on sale now to four concerts scheduled Oct. 5, 2021, to Apr. 5, 2022.
 
Calling for Vandal Fest Volunteers: Vandal Fest ’21 is a combination of traditional Homecoming activities, the ICCU Arena Grand Opening and the announcement of “Brave. Bold. A promise to Idaho’s Students,” the university’s launch into a focused fundraising campaign. Students are invited and encouraged to volunteer on Friday, Oct. 8, and Saturday, Oct. 9, to help us host our extended Vandal Family.
 
Attend a Rangeland Forum Tackling Drought: The 2021 Rangeland Fall Forum “From Drought to Resilience” will be held virtually from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct 5., through Thursday, Oct. 7. The forum will focus on the current drought, building resilience on rangelands and the human communities that value and live on these lands. Learn more about the sessions and register, which is required.
 
Minor in Africana Studies: U of I announces an academic minor in Africana Studies. This is 18-credit program can be partnered with any major or minors. Students take a seminar on Africana Studies and a self-selected series of history, literature, music, international studies and sociology courses. The interdisciplinary minor empowers students to better understand the historical, political and social contexts behind contemporary global politics and racial relations. Students will be better equipped to work with and for diverse populations. Contact Jan Johnson or Barry Bilderback with questions.
 
Decorate Safely for Vandal Fest and Halloween: If you decorate for Vandal Fest or Halloween, think fire safety. Buy flame-resistant decorations and place them where they will not obscure exit signs or doors, emergency lights or fire extinguishers. Keep them away from heat sources, do not place them on doors leading to building corridors or within the corridor itself, and keep them from blocking exits or creating trip hazards in walkways. For more information, visit at I-Safety.
 
Dissertation and Thesis Support Group Held Weekly: This weekly dissertation support group is aimed at candidate level doctoral students although others are welcome to attend, including those working on a thesis. Meetings are 4-5 p.m. Wednesdays, online. Facilitated by the director of graduate support programs and faculty member Benjamin Ridenhour, the weekly meetings will involve goal setting, troubleshooting, and peer and faculty support activities.
 
Earn a Certificate in Equity and Justice: U of I has an Academic Certificate in Equity and Justice. This is a 12-credit certificate that can be paired with any majors or minors. Students take SOC 201: Diversity and Stratification; two other courses from any discipline related to equity, diversity or inclusion; and three credits worth of “applied” courses. For more information, email Kristin Haltinner.
 
Group Counseling Offered for Students: Group counseling is an effective therapy format that provides a community of social and emotional support to students. The Counseling and Testing Center offers free and unlimited group access to all currently-enrolled U of I students. We’re providing 10 groups, including an interpersonal process group for graduate students, first-generation college students support group, a drop-in grief and loss support group, and many psychoeducational and skill-building groups for emotional regulation, mindfulness, self-compassion and anxiety and depression management skills. For more information, visit our website, call 208-885-6716, email or check out our groups program by following the Student Affairs social media.
 
Safety Concerns? Think I-Safety: Have a general safety concern? Chemical odor, water leak or a tripping hazard? The I-Safety website features important campus contacts, weekly safety tips and a Safety Concern Report form, which can be submitted anonymously. The goal of I-Safety is to highlight important resources and share updates to keep the Vandal Family safe from hazards and accidents. This program is brought to you by Environmental Health and Safety in partnership with Facilities Management, Parking and Transportation Services and Campus Security.
 
Form Your Team for Intramural Sports: Get involved with Intramural Sports this fall. Upcoming sports are volleyball, ultimate frisbee and indoor soccer. Fill out your entry forms or ask questions of Butch.
 
Students Needed for the Student Media Board: The U of I Student Media Board is seeking student members for the 2021-22 academic year. Membership is open to students in any major who are not currently involved in Student Media programs. The board supports the students and mission of Student Media, which includes The Argonaut, Blot, KUOI-FM and University Avenue Agency. The board ensures Student Media is free from censorship and serves its students and community well. The board hires the student managers for each area. The board meets about once a month, with longer meetings for hiring student managers. To volunteer or request more information, email Student Media adviser Tara Roberts. Learn more.
 
Preparing Future Faculty Series Scheduled: The College of Graduate Studies and the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning provides instructional and pre-faculty development support for all Ph.D. students, teaching assistants and postdocs 4-5 p.m. on Tuesdays through Nov. 30, online. The Preparing Future Faculty program provides an opportunity to earn credentials in higher education pedagogy through participation in the program.
 
Take a Rock Climbing Weekend Trip: Join the Outdoor Program on a three-day rock climbing trip to the world-renowned City of Rocks in southern Idaho Friday through Sunday, Oct. 15-17. Basics and lead clinics are required. Cost is $100 for students and $150 for all others. You can register at the Outdoor Program Office or call 208-885-6810.
 
Stalking Awareness Poster Contest Announced: Our inaugural stalking awareness poster contest is now open. Individuals and groups are invited to submit a 11” x 17” high resolution design that spreads awareness about stalking. Cash prizes will be awarded to the designs that show the best effort toward diversity and inclusion and that avoid perpetuating the “stranger danger” myth. Deadline to submit is Wednesday, Dec. 1. Learn more and submit your poster.

Academic Dates and Deadlines

• Fall Midterm Exam Week: Oct. 11
• Fall Midterm Grades Due: Oct. 18
• Late Eight-Week Classes Begin: Oct. 18
• Deadline to Add or Drop Late Eight-Week Classes: Oct. 22
• Deadline to Withdraw or Audit Semester Classes: Oct. 29
• Winter Intersession Registration Opens: Nov. 1

Have questions about upcoming deadlines? Contact the Registrar’s Office.

News and Updates

Education Abroad First-Time Info Sessions Today and Friday: Join Education Abroad for a First-Time Info Session at 3:30 p.m. today, Sept. 20, or at 12:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 24. This session is designed to help you understand education abroad options, financing and academic planning, as well as highlight programs and opportunities you may not have heard about. This is the first step toward making your education abroad or National Student Exchange dreams a reality. Sign up today.
 
Gilman Scholarship Information and Workshop Tomorrow: Are you a Pell Grant recipient looking to fund your education abroad experience? Attend this informational session and workshop 2-3 p.m. tomorrow, Sept. 21, to learn how you can apply for the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship and win up to $5,000. Sign up today.
 
Harvest Hoedown Scheduled: Come celebrate the first day of fall at the Harvest Hoedown 4-8 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 22, on Theophilus Tower Lawn. Live music, a carnival ride and petting zoo, fun activities and fall-themed eats are planned.
 
Free Tours of Moscow Offered: Vandals On Tour is a fun, free tour of Moscow that’s a great way to learn about all the city has to offer. Tour participants receive a $10 voucher for Idaho Eats and a token for a free scoop at Panhandle Moscow, plus more cool stuff. Learn how SMART Transit keeps people moving around town. Take a bike ride from Paradise Creek Bicycles. Stroll downtown and visit favorite spots before heading back to campus. Registration is required. Tours this week are at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 22, and 10 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 23, with more tours scheduled throughout September. Register and be entered for a $50 VandalStore gift card. For more information, contact 208-885-7567 or parking@uidaho.edu.
 
Prepare for Networking Nights and the Career Fair: Professional Development Initiative creates and coordinates events, workshops and classes. It provides services that will help ensure the success of graduate students, postdocs and other early career trainees academically and in their careers. Learn how to prepare and make a great impression with organizations at upcoming networking events and the Oct. 6 Career Fair 12:30-1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 22, at IRIC 321 or via Zoom.
 
Join the U of I Sustainability Center in a Climate Walkout: Join the U of I Sustainability Center on the Theophilus Town Lawn at 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 24, to march to East City Park where the group will meet with representatives of the Climate Justice League and Moscow High School Environmental Club to hear speakers on local climate issues. The emphasis will be the “Ready for 100 Campaign,” a nationwide movement started by the Sierra Club to transition communities to 100% clean, renewable energy. Help emphasize youth voices and their importance in climate action. Email us with questions.
 
Joe’s Closet to Provide Students Professional Clothes: Faculty, staff and community members should consider donating professional clothes to the new Joe’s Closet until Friday, Sept. 24. It is a new resource for students to get professional outfits for interviews, career fairs or head shots. Donations will be taken in TLC 232. The closet will be open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Sept. 27, and Tuesday, Sept. 28, in the ISUB ASUI Lounge. To learn about donations, the closet and the event, visit the website. For questions, contact Joana Espinoza by email or 208-885-7836.
 
Spruce the Palouse Set for Sept. 25: Spruce the Palouse, an environmental stewardship event, is 9-11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 25, at a location to be determined. Volunteer with the Sustainability Center and Backyard Harvest. Meet your service-learning or philanthropic requirements. Bring a mask, water, warm clothes and closed-toe shoes. Email UISC-volunteers@uidaho.edu with questions.
 
Sign Up for Women’s River Canyon Backpack Trip: Come explore Hells Canyon, the deepest canyon in the United States, visit an historic ranch and fall asleep listening to the Snake River on this women’s backpack trip Saturday through Sunday, Sept. 25-26. Cost is $40 for students and $60 for all others. Sign up at the Outdoor Program Office.
 
Monthly Workshops to Assist Graduate Students: Monthly interactive workshops, facilitated by Dakota Mauzay, clinical assistant professor in the Counseling and Testing Center, will explore topics of relevance to graduate students such as Imposter Syndrome, balancing roles and responsibilities and communicating with advisors. Workshops are 12:30-1:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 27; Monday, Oct. 25; and Monday, Nov. 29, in the ISUB Clearwater Room and via Zoom.
 
Data Management Workshop Offered: A workshop in the Graduate Student Essentials series called “Seven Tips to Make Your Data Management Life Easier” will be held at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 28, on the first-floor classroom (Room 120) of the library and live via Zoom. Registration is required. Workshop attendees will learn about metadata, backup strategies, organizational schemes, data storage and unique identifiers.
 
Dissertation and Thesis Support Group Held Weekly: This weekly dissertation support group is aimed at candidate level doctoral students although others are welcome to attend, including those working on a thesis. Meetings are 4-5 p.m. Wednesdays via Zoom. Facilitated by the director of graduate support programs and faculty member Benjamin Ridenhour, the weekly meetings will involve goal setting, troubleshooting, and peer and faculty support activities.
 
Apply for the Berry International Jazz Collections Fellowship: The U of I Library invites students from any discipline to apply for the Berry International Jazz Collections Fellowship. This program funds one student each year to work with the faculty and staff at the U of I Library to increase the visibility and use of the International Jazz Collections through work on a specific project and includes a $4,000 stipend. The deadline for proposals is Sunday, Oct. 3. The fellowship begins in the fall semester and will conclude with an exhibition of the student’s work at the Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival as part of the U of I Library’s International Jazz Collection exhibits. The fellow should plan to spend approximately 10-15 hours per week between October and February to accomplish the goals of the project. In addition to the stipend, the fellowship includes up to $500 in research funds to help cover the cost of materials and supplies, project-related travel expenses, etc.
 
Graduate Student Workshops Scheduled: Two workshops sponsored by the College of Graduate Studies to assist graduate students with thesis or dissertation formatting are scheduled. “Getting Started on the Right Page” is 12:30-1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 29, via Zoom. “Troubleshooting Your ‘Wrong’ Pages” is 12:30-1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, via Zoom.

Rock Climbing Weekend Trip: Join the Outdoor Program on a three-day rock climbing trip to the world-renowned City of Rocks in southern Idaho Friday through Sunday, Oct. 15-17. Basics and lead clinics are required. Cost is $100 for students and $150 for all others. Register at the Outdoor Program Office or call 208-885-6810.
 
Learn More about Decommissioning Labs: Moving? Graduating? Retiring? No matter what the reason, there are specific considerations when leaving a laboratory. As a principal investigator or a manager of principal investigators, you need to know about the required laboratory decommissioning procedures. Read on at I-Safety for more information.
 
Students Needed for the Student Media Board: The UI Student Media Board is seeking student members for the 2021-22 academic year. Membership is open to students in any major who are not currently involved in Student Media programs. The board supports the students and mission of Student Media, which includes The Argonaut, Blot, KUOI-FM and University Avenue Agency. The board ensures Student Media is free from censorship and serves its students and community well. The board hires the student managers for each area. The board meets about once a month, with longer meetings for hiring student managers. To volunteer or request more information, email Student Media adviser Tara Roberts. Learn more.
 
Vandals Tutoring Is Available
Free tutoring services are available to all undergraduate students for more than 50 courses. Vandals Tutoring offers drop-in tutoring on the second floor of the library with no appointment needed. Appointments are also available by request. Online workshops are also available where students can receive tutoring support in groups. View the website for locations and dates for group tutoring workshop sessions. Drop-in tutoring hours are 3-8 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays. Tutoring appointments are available from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday. Upon receiving a request, an appointment will be scheduled within 24 to 48 hours and can be held online via Zoom or in-person.
 
Academic Coaching Is Available: Academic coaching is an interactive process that focuses on building a supportive academic relationship between the student and coach. Together with a coach, students examine their learning styles, habits of working and current difficulties or barriers to success. Coaches work with students one-on-one to ensure individualized attention and areas for growth. Consultations will be offered in-person, via Zoom or over the phone. Outdoor meetings are also offered, weather permitting. To make an appointment, log on to vandalstar.uidaho.edu. Search and select “Academic Coaching,” then click “Schedule Appointment” and select a time and date. Presentations on college success strategies and student staff and peer mentor training are also available. Submit a presentation request on our website or by email. Schedule at least 10 business days in advance.
 
Academic Impressions Professional Development Resources Are Available: U of I has partnered with Academic Impressions, an organization specializing in professional development resources in higher education. Provided by the Office of the Provost and executive vice president with support from the library, the partnership provides faculty, staff and students with membership access to training resources for higher ed professionals. Topic areas range from skills-based trainings for professionals in all areas of higher ed to leadership trainings on topics such as supervision, personal effectiveness and diversity, equity and inclusion. Contact Account Manager Niecie Washington for more information, questions or to request a 15- to 30-minute orientation to the resource for your department or unit. Learn more.
 
Have a Safety Concern? Report It: See something that doesn’t seem safe? Let I-Safety know. Whether it is an unsafe working condition, a tripping hazard on a walkway or anything else that may put the Vandal Family at risk, the department wants to know. The Safety Concern Form was created as an easy way to submit concerns and have them directed to the appropriate department or unit for assistance.
 
Supplemental Study Sessions Are Available: SI-PASS, or peer-assisted study sessions, provides group study sessions led by peers knowledgeable in course material and trained in learning strategies. Sessions are free and use interactive activities to help students learn. SI-PASS supports more than 15 courses each semester. Email si-pass@uidaho.edu with questions.

Academic Dates and Deadlines

• Fall Early Warning Grades Due: Sept. 21
• Deadline to Withdraw From Early Eight-Week Classes: Sept. 24
• Fall Midterm Exam Week: Oct. 11
• Fall Midterm Grades Due: Oct. 18
• Late Eight-Week Classes Begin: Oct. 18
• Deadline to Add or Drop Late Eight-Week Classes: Oct. 22

Have questions about upcoming deadlines? Contact the Registrar’s Office.

News and Updates

Joe’s Closet to Provide Students Professional Clothes: Consider donating professional clothes to the new Joe’s Closet. It is a resource for students to get professional outfits for interviews, career fairs or head shots. Faculty, staff and community members can donate their professional clothes to students starting today, Sept. 13, in TLC 232. Donations will be taken until Friday, Sept. 24. The closet will be open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Sept. 27, and Tuesday, Sept. 28, in the ASUI Lounge in the ISUB. Read about what type of donations will be accepted and learn more on the website. For questions, contact Joana Espinoza at joanae@uidaho.edu or 208-885-7836.

Education Abroad Information Sessions Available: Attend an information session with Education Abroad. Sessions are held at 3:30 p.m. today, Sept. 13, at 3:30 p.m. and at 2 p.m. tomorrow, Sept. 14. They are designed to help students understand more about education abroad options, financing, academic planning as well as highlight programs and opportunities you may not have heard about. A National Student Exchange (NSE) information session will be held at 12:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 17. As an institutional member of NSE, U of I students can study at one of nearly 200 institutions throughout the United States, Canada, Guam, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Registration is required.

Women in Leadership Scholarships Available: The University of Idaho McClure Center for Public Policy Research is accepting applications for a registration scholarship to Boise State University’s Andrus Center 2021 Women and Leadership Conference. The event will be held virtually Sept. 29-30. The McClure Center has eight attendee seats and eight registration scholarships available. To request a scholarship application or ask questions, email mcclurecenter@uidaho.edu. Scholarship forms must be requested by at 5 p.m. Mountain time tomorrow, Sept. 14 and returned by 11:59 p.m. Mountain Wednesday, Sept. 15.

Find Success in the College of Science: Join the College of Science from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. tomorrow, Sept. 14, in Renfrew Hall 125 for a fun program aimed to help students get involved in the college and learn strategies for academic success. Get to know other COS students and meet faculty and staff. There will be swag items and refreshments. The meetings will be every other Tuesday through November. Students present at five of the meetings will be entered to win one of three $200 awards for spring semester.

Students Needed for the Student Media Board: The U of I Student Media Board seeks Media Board student members for the 2021-22 academic year. Membership is open to students in any major who are not currently involved in Student Media programs. The board supports the students and mission of Student Media, which includes The Argonaut, Blot, KUOI FM and University Avenue Agency. The board ensures Student Media is free from censorship and serves its students and community well. The board hires the student managers for each area. The board meets about once a month, with longer meetings for hiring student managers. The first meeting of the year will be 4:45 p.m. tomorrow, Sept. 14, via Zoom. To volunteer or request a Zoom link or more information, email Student Media adviser Tara Roberts. Learn more.

Prestigious Fellowships Workshops Scheduled: The College of Graduate Studies introduce fellowship and funding opportunities for international graduate students, delve into eligibility and application requirements and begin developing the essays in IRIC 305 via Zoom. Three fellowships (NSF-GRFP, Ford and NDSEG) will be introduced. “Developing the Essays and Statements” is 4-5 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 16; “International Students” is 4-5 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 23; and “Panel of Current Student Awardees + Q&A” is 4-5 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 30.

Making, Innovating and Learning Laboratory Re-opens: The U of I Library’s Making, Innovating and Learning Laboratory (MILL) has re-opened. Join the first Make It @ the MILL event of the fall semester from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 16. The MILL staff teach everyone how to make custom button pins. The MILL will have dust jackets, coloring books and magazines to use in making a custom button.

Free Cooking Class Slated Thursday: Join Vandal Health Education and U of I dietetics student Peyton Goodman for a free demonstration- style cooking class at the SRC. This month’s theme is "Getting Comfy with Comfort Foods" featuring three fall-inspired, easy to prepare, low-cost and nutritious recipes. There will be samples to eat at the end of the class. Masks are required during the demonstration. The class is 4-5 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 16, in SRC 103. Pre-registration is not required. Bring a friend.

Free Constitution Day Seminar Set for Sept. 17: “Democracy in the Age of Social Media – Civic Discourse, Ethics and the First Amendment,” a free Constitution Day seminar sponsored by the University of Idaho College of Law, Attorneys for Civic Education and the Idaho Law Foundation, will be from noon to 1:30 p.m. Mountain time Friday, Sept. 17, at the Idaho State Capitol in Boise and via Zoom. Moderator will be Debora Kristensen Grasham, partner, Givens Pursley, LLP. Panelists include: Benjamin P. Cover, professor, University of Idaho College of Law; Stelios Panageotou, assistant professor of political economy, College of Idaho; Seth Ashley, associate professor of journalism and media studies, Boise State University; and Betsy Z. Russell, Boise bureau chief, Idaho Press Tribune. Learn more.

National Student Exchange Virtual Fair Is This Week: As an institutional member of the National Student Exchange (NSE) program, U of I students can study at one of nearly 200 institutions throughout the United States, Canada, Guam, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Learn more about available programs during NSE’s Virtual Fair through Friday, Sept. 17. Sign up for virtual information sessions or watch pre-recorded videos on the website.
 
Harvest Hoedown Scheduled: Come celebrate the first day of fall at Harvest Hoedown from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 22, on Theophilus Tower Lawn. Live music, a carnival ride and petting zoo, fun activities and fall-themed eats are planned.
 
Academic Coaching Is Available: Academic coaching is an interactive process that focuses on building a supportive academic relationship between the student and coach. Together with a coach, students examine their learning styles, habits of working and current difficulties or barriers to success. Coaches work with students one-on-one to ensure individualized attention and areas for growth. Consultations will be offered in-person, on Zoom or over the phone. For students who want to meet in-person, but would appreciate a bit more distance, outdoor meetings are offered, weather permitting. To make an appointment with a coach, log onto vandalstar.uidaho.edu. Search and select “Academic Coaching,” then click “Schedule Appointment” and select the time and date that works best for you. Presentations on college success strategies and student staff and peer mentor training are also available. Submit a presentation request on our website or email acadcoaching@uidaho.edu to learn more today. Schedule at least 10 business days out so a personalized presentation can be made.

Supplemental Study Sessions Are Available: SI-PASS (peer-assisted study sessions) provides group study sessions led by peers knowledgeable in course material and trained in learning strategies. Sessions are free and use interactive activities to help students learn. SI-PASS supports more than 15 courses each semester. Email si-pass@uidaho.edu with questions.

Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity is Recruiting: Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity is searching for men who seek to rise above the standard, to enhance their lives and to be a part of building a new fraternal experience at U of I. Sigma Alpha Epsilon is a student-lead organization focusing on developing young men professionally and personally through value-based leadership opportunities. Our mission is to advance the highest standards of friendship, scholarship, leadership and service for our members throughout life. For more information, check out our Instagram account or contact Gage Wolt, Manager of Expansion. Visit the webpage to learn more.

‘Web Mapping for Every Discipline’ Workshop Slated: The “Web Mapping for Every Discipline: How to Use ArcGIS Online” workshop during the Graduate Student Essentials series will be at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 21, in Library 120 and live via Zoom. Registration is required. Attendees will select GIS software and navigate the U of I Teaching & Scholarly Research Portal, access apps for mobile data collection, web mapping, conveying information and storytelling, and choose how to share their content using ArcGIS Online. The series covers topics such as essential library resources and services for graduate students, preparing for journal article publishing, using ArcGIS online, and how to organize, manage and store data. The series also includes a session of drop-in citation management help and an associated YouTube Playlist on how to use Zotero (free and open source) to manage citations.

Join the Sustainability Leadership Program: The Sustainability Leadership Program explores the big questions of sustainability and engages active change makers to improve campus. Sign up.

Safety Concerns? Think I-Safety: Have a general safety concern? Chemical odor, water leak or a tripping hazard? The I-Safety website features important campus contacts, weekly safety tips and a Safety Concern Report form, which can be submitted anonymously. The goal of I-Safety is to highlight important resources and share updates to keep the Vandal Family safe from hazards and accidents. This program is brought to you by Environmental Health and Safety in partnership with Facilities Management, Parking and Transportation Services and Campus Security.

Group Counseling Offered for Students: Group counseling is an effective therapy format that provides a community of social and emotional support to students. The Counseling and Testing Center offers free and unlimited group access to all enrolled U of I students. We’re providing 10 groups, including an interpersonal process group for graduate students, first-generation college students support group, a drop-in grief and loss support group, and many psychoeducational and skill-building groups for emotional regulation, mindfulness, self-compassion and anxiety and depression management skills. For more information, visit our website, call 208-885-6716, email or follow Student Affairs social media.

Campus Security Offers Free Safe Walk Services: Safe Walk is a free, year-round 24/7 service for students, faculty, staff and campus visitors offered by Campus Security. Use it when you need it. Contact 208-885-7054, 208-874-7550 or campus-security@uidaho.edu. Read about Safe Walk on the I-Safety website.

Vandals Tutoring Is Available: Free tutoring services are available to all undergraduate students for more than 50 courses. Vandals Tutoring offers drop-in tutoring on the second floor of the library with no appointment needed. Appointments are also available by request. Online workshops are also available where students can receive tutoring support in groups. View the website for locations and dates for group tutoring workshop sessions. Drop-in tutoring hours are 3-8 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays. Tutoring appointments are available 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday. Upon receiving a request, an appointment will be scheduled within 24 to 48 hours and can be held online via Zoom or in-person.

Academic Dates and Deadlines

• Fall Early Warning Grades Due: Sept. 21
• Deadline to Withdraw From Early Eight-Week Classes: Sept. 24
• Fall Midterm Exam Week: Oct. 11

Have questions about upcoming deadlines? Contact the Registrar’s Office.

News and Updates

Education Abroad Offers Opportunities: Education Abroad opportunities will be presented this week virtually and in-person. View the full schedule. 

Free Tours of Moscow Offered: Vandals On Tour is a fun, free tour of Moscow that’s a great way to learn about all the city has to offer. Tour participants receive a $10 voucher for Idaho Eats and a token for a free scoop at Panhandle Moscow, plus more cool stuff. Learn how SMART Transit keeps people moving around town. Take a bike ride from Paradise Creek Bicycles. Stroll downtown and visit favorite spots before heading back to campus. Registration is required. Tours start Wednesday, Sept. 8, and run most Wednesdays at 1 p.m. and most Thursdays at 10 a.m. throughout the month. Register and you will be entered for a $50 VandalStore gift card. For more information, call 208-885-7567 or email parking@uidaho.edu.
 
Apply for Free Day Trip to Heyburn State Park: Apply for the first free day Alternative Service Break (ASB) trip to Heyburn State Park on Saturday, Sept. 18. A day of service on environmental and park stewardship and kayaking is planned. The trip is limited to 10 spots. Applications close at 11:45 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10. For more information about ASB, visit the website.
 
African Trade Masks Are on Display: A new exhibit featuring African masks from the Alfred W. Bowers Laboratory of Anthropology is on display on the second floor of the main library. Curated by the U of I Library’s Special Collections and Archives, “Masquerade Trade: African Tradeware from the Phyllis and Harvey Schreter Collections” showcases the historical use of masks in African masquerades and the artistic nature of such pieces. The exhibit will be on display through Friday, Dec. 17. 
 
Free Constitution Day Seminar Set for Sept. 17: “Democracy in the Age of Social Media – Civic Discourse, Ethics and the First Amendment,” a free Constitution Day seminar sponsored by the U of I College of Law, Attorneys for Civic Education and the Idaho Law Foundation, will be held from noon to 1:30 p.m. Mountain time Friday, Sept. 17, at the Idaho State Capitol in Boise and via Zoom. Moderator will be Debora Kristensen Grasham, partner, Givens Pursley, LLP. Panelists include: Benjamin P. Cover, professor, U of I College of Law; Stelios Panageotou, assistant professor of political economy, College of Idaho; Seth Ashley, associate professor of journalism and media studies, Boise State University; and Betsy Z. Russell, Boise bureau chief, Idaho Press Tribune. More information and registration are online.
 
Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity is Recruiting: Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity is searching for men who seek to rise above the standard, to enhance their lives and to be a part of building a new fraternal experience at U of I. Sigma Alpha Epsilon is a student-led organization focusing on developing young men professionally and personally through value-based leadership opportunities. Our mission is to advance the highest standards of friendship, scholarship, leadership and service for our members throughout life. For more information, check out the Instagram account @sae_idaho, or contact Gage Wolt, manager of expansion. Visit the website to learn more.
 
Social Security Appointment Sign-up Available for International Students: The International Programs Office (IPO) invites international students to participate in the Doodle poll Social Security Appointment Sign-up. The Social Security Office is closed to the public due to the pandemic. It is offering a special opportunity for U of I students to apply in-person at the Lewiston office for their SSN card. The IPO will provide transportation to and from Lewiston leaving the IPO at 8:15 a.m., 10 a.m. and noon on Thursday, Sept. 9, and Friday, Sept. 10. Plan to arrive at the IPO 15 minutes early. The appointment will take about 2.5 hours. You must sign up for one time only and bring your U of I job offer letter and all immigration documents (passport, visa, I-20/DS-2019 and I-94 record) with you. If you have a conflict and can’t attend during one of the times, email IPO so a solution can be developed.
 
Engage UIdaho — Your One-Stop Shop: Engage UIdaho is a one-stop platform for all your student engagement needs, including student organizations, campus events, news posts, important campus links and local service opportunities. Log in with your U of I credentials. 
 
Fall Library Workshops Slated: Workshops are back at the library covering everything from essential research skills to creating Halloween zines. Join us each week to learn about tools such as Snagit or Canva, to take a deep dive into historic documents in the archives or even to play board games. Many sessions are hybrid, meeting both in-person at the library and streaming on Zoom, so visit the calendar to register.
 
Writing Center Graduate Grad Tutoring Moved to IRIC 117: The U of I Writing Center continues to offer graduate students the opportunity to work with its graduate tutor for all writing and professional materials including applications, personal statements, travel grants, theses and dissertations. The graduate tutor is located in IRIC 117 and appointments can be made in our online schedule.
 
Vandal Health Clinic Services Are Available: Vandal Health Clinic services are available to all students, dependents, faculty and staff. The clinic is at the corner of University Avenue and Ash Street. Call 208-885-6693 to schedule an appointment. Walk-in services are available on a first-come, first-served basis. 
 
Intramural Sports Entry Deadlines Upcoming: Get involved with intramural sports and form your teams for flag football and doubles tennis. Entries are due tomorrow, Sept. 8, for flag football and Thursday, Sept. 9, for doubles tennis. Entries are due by 10 p.m. at the Student Rec Center information desk. Learn more or ask questions via email.
 
Workshops to Assist Graduate Students in Degree Process: The College of Graduate Studies (COGS) will present two workshops to help graduate students through the degree process, including dates, deadlines, planning documents and explanations of COGS forms and procedures. “Master’s 101” is 12:30-1:30 p.m. tomorrow, Sept. 8, in IRIC 321 or via Zoom.  “Ph.D. 101” is 12:30-1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 15, in IRIC 321 or via Zoom.
 
Students Needed for the Student Media Media Board: The U of I Student Media Board is seeking student members for the 2021-22 academic year. Membership is open to students in any major who are not currently involved in Student Media programs. The board supports the students and mission of Student Media, which includes The Argonaut, Blot, KUOI FM and University Avenue Agency. The board ensures Student Media is free from censorship and serves its students and community well. The board hires the student managers for each area. The board meets about once a month, with longer meetings for hiring student managers. The first meeting will be 4:45 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 14, location TBA. To volunteer or request more information, email Student Media adviser Tara Roberts. Learn more.

Publishing Workshop for Graduate Students Available: The workshop “Six Questions You Need to Ask Before Publishing a Journal Article” as part of the Graduate Student Essentials series will be held at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 14 on the first-floor classroom (Room 120) of the library and live via Zoom. Registration is required. Attendees will be able to: find relevant journals that reflect their research scope and audience; select a publishing model that meets their needs and budget; and track the impact of their published articles. The series covers topics including essential library resources and services for graduate students; preparing for journal article publishing; using ArcGIS online; and organizing, managing and storing data. This series also includes a session of drop-in citation management help and an associated YouTube Playlist on how to use Zotero (free and open source) to manage citations.
 
Attend the Sustainability Grants Info Forum: The U of I Sustainability Center is funding year-long, student-led projects of up to $3,000 each that advance campus sustainability. The Info Forum will be on 3:30-4:30 p.m. tomorrow, Sept. 8, in the ISUB Clearwater Room. Attendance is mandatory to apply for a grant. Contact uisc@uidaho.edu for more information. 
 
Parking and Transportation Services Opens at New Time: Beginning today, Sept. 7, Parking and Transportation Services will open at 8 a.m. In the future, the office will maintain a 7:30 a.m. opening time for the first two weeks of fall semester to accommodate seasonally heavy student and new faculty needs. Online services are available. Morning availability of Pit Crew Services will match the opening times of the office, and Pit Crew Services will remain available on campus until 9 p.m. throughout the academic year. 
 
Sustainability Center Meeting Open to Campus Community: The Sustainability Center invites students, faculty and staff to a conversation regarding current and future sustainability goals on campus from noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 14, in the ISUB Crest Room. Feel free to bring your lunch.
 
Safety Program Required for All New Students: All first-year, undergraduate students under 24 are required to complete the online required safety program “Voices for Change.” Invitations to complete the course have gone out and completion is due by Friday, Sept. 10, to avoid a registration hold. View more information online or e-mail with questions.
 
Sports Reporting Class Available: There are open seats available for JAMM 323 Sports Reporting. This semester the course is being taught by Don Shelton, an Idaho native and U of I graduate with more than 40 years as a sports reporter and editor. He retired after 32 years at The Seattle Times, where he was sports editor and executive editor. Guest speakers include reporters and media professionals from Sports Illustrated, New York Times, Washington Post, USA Today and Seattle Times and Bill Plaschke of the Los Angeles Times. For more information or permission to take the course, email Shelton. 
 
Vandal Mentor Network Links Alumni, Students for Success: Online mentoring through the Vandal Mentor Network provides a way for alumni to connect with fellow Vandal graduates and current students as both work to accomplish employment and career goals. Join the network.

Academic Dates and Deadlines

• WWAMI Classes Begin: Sept. 8
• Fall Early Warning Grades Due: Sept. 21
• Deadline to Withdraw From Early Eight-Week Classes: Sept. 24
• Fall Midterm Exam Week: Oct. 11

Have questions about upcoming deadlines? Contact the Registrar’s Office.