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Thursday, July 1, 2010

MEN'S SOCCER: Cardinals release fall schedule

The North Idaho College men's soccer program released its 2010 schedule today with a 16-match regular season slate and the potential for a fifth trip to the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) West District Championships in Arizona. The ... Read More

Monday, June 28, 2010

NIC campus to close in honor of Independence Day

North Idaho College will be closed Monday, July 5 in honor of Independence Day. This includes all outreach locations. Normal business hours, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays and 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Fridays, will resume Tuesday, July 6. Read More

Friday, June 25, 2010

Purchase Really BIG Raffle ticket now for a chance to win a free ticket

With less than 500 tickets remaining, the North Idaho College Foundation is offering a new incentive to push the fund-raiser toward its 17th consecutive sellout. For every raffle ticket purchased between now and June 30, ticket buyers will be automatically ... Read More

Thursday, June 24, 2010

Local realtor to speak at NIC Booster Club Luncheon

Local realtor Marshall Mend will be the featured speaker at the NIC Booster Club Luncheon at noon Tuesday, June 29 at the Coeur d'Alene Resort Shore Lounge. Mend has more than 30 years experience in real estate sales and has owned and operated Marshall ... Read More

Wednesday, June 23, 2010

VOLLEYBALL: NIC coaches and players to lead summer camps

North Idaho College volleyball staff and players are offering two volleyball camps this summer for middle and high school volleyball players. The NIC Position Camp will be offered Aug. 7 and 8 in NIC's Christianson Gym. The camp will focus on targeting ... Read More

Monday, June 21, 2010

NIC offers free online classes to unemployed

North Idaho College is offering a series of free online classes to the unemployed this summer. The NIC Workforce Training Center partnered with Growth Strategies, Inc., to offer the online classes that include topics such as confronting financial fear ... Read More

Monday, June 21, 2010

NIC's Outdoor Pursuits to offer rock climbing clinic

Outdoor enthusiasts are encouraged to take part in several three-day rock climbing clinics offered by North Idaho College's Outdoor Pursuits. The clinic will be offered from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Mondays July 5-19 or from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesdays Aug ... Read More

Friday, June 18, 2010

NIC Silver Valley Center to offer self-help workshop

The North Idaho College Silver Valley Center will offer a self-help workshop on “Getting Out of Your Own Way—Eliminating Self-Defeating Behavior” from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Monday, June 28. The free workshop will be led by Carol Haught from the NIC Center for ... Read More

Friday, June 18, 2010

WOMEN'S SOCCER: NIC coaches and players to lead summer girls soccer camp

The North Idaho College women's soccer staff and players will lead a summer soccer camp for girls going into the ninth through 12th grades. The NIC Cardinals Women's Soccer Camp Aug. 2-5 will be held from 5 to 7:30 p.m. daily throughout the duration of ... Read More

Friday, June 18, 2010

NIC Outdoor Pursuits to offer sea kayak clinics

North Idaho College's Outdoor Pursuits is offering several sea kayaking clinics this summer. The Sea Kayak Quickstart clinic is designed for beginners and will provide a brief overview of techniques in addition to a paddle tour of Lake Coeur d'Alene. The ... Read More

Wednesday, June 16, 2010

SOFTBALL: NIC offers summer softball camp

Room is still available for players ages 8-18 to sign up for the North Idaho College's Cardinal Heat pitching and position play skills camp July 26-29 at Finucane Park, located on the northwest corner of Prairie Avenue and Fourth Street in Hayden. NIC ... Read More

Tuesday, June 15, 2010

Registration open for summer three-on-three tournament at NIC

Basketball players are encouraged to register teams for the Coeur d'Alene Shootout, a three-on-three basketball tournament Aug. 21 and 22 on North Idaho College's main campus. The Coeur d'Alene Shootout is a double-elimination tournament with standard ... Read More

Thursday, June 10, 2010

SOFTBALL: NIC's Alyssa Hawley signs with Stony Brook University

North Idaho College softball player Alyssa Hawley has signed to play for Stony Brook University in New York next season. Hawley, a sophomore outfielder from Spokane, Wash., received first team All-Region 18 honors last season while compiling a .358 ... Read More

Wednesday, June 9, 2010

NIC to sponsor sixth annual North Idaho adventure race

North Idaho College's Outdoor Pursuits will sponsor the sixth annual NIChallenge, an adventure race, Saturday, June 26 in the North Idaho wilderness (at a yet-to-be-announced location). The NIChallenge is a sprint adventure race that incorporates ... Read More

Wednesday, June 9, 2010

SOFTBALL: NIC softball player signs with Southern Oregon University

North Idaho College softball player Brooke Springer has signed to play for Southern Oregon University next season. Springer, a sophomore left-fielder from Omak, Wash., was a two-year starter for the Cardinals, playing in 111 games during her NIC career ... Read More

Tuesday, June 8, 2010

NIC women's basketball player earns academic honors

North Idaho College women's basketball player Mariana Lamperti, a 5-foot-10-inch wing from Brazil, has earned National Junior College Athletic Association Academic All-American honors. Lamperti graduated from NIC in May with a 3.88 grade point average. In ... Read More

Monday, June 7, 2010

Final NIC Really BIG Raffle open house to be held June 13

The public is welcome to view the $265,000 grand prize home through the North Idaho College Foundation Really BIG Raffle during the last open house of the year from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, June 13. Ticketholders will have the opportunity to enter for a chance ... Read More

Monday, June 7, 2010

NIC wrestlers distribute 7,000th book through reading program

First-graders from Winton Elementary pose with (back, left to right) North Idaho College Board of Trustees Chair and Coeur d'Alene Police Department Sergeant Christie Wood, Coeur d'Alene Fire Department Inspector and Part-Time NIC Natural Sciences ... Read More

Friday, June 4, 2010

NIC outdoor leadership students embark on cross-country ride

When Autumn Kristovich's father was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor in 2003, she knew her life would be changing forever. The strange thing was, her father really didn't change at all. “During the course of his battle with cancer, my father ... Read More

Friday, June 4, 2010

WRESTLING: NIC to host summer wrestling camps

North Idaho College will host several wrestling camps in June and July for wrestlers of all ages. The first camp will be offered the week of June 19-23 for high schoolers. This session will include technique instruction in the morning and two duels in the ... Read More

Wednesday, June 2, 2010

WOMEN'S SOCCER: Cardinals to host women's soccer camp

The NIC women's soccer team is hosting a soccer camp for young women who will be attending high school this fall. The camp will be one session per day from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Aug. 2-5 and will cost $75. The camp is geared toward helping high school players ... Read More

Wednesday, June 2, 2010

SOFTBALL: NIC softball player named NJCAA All-American

North Idaho College softball player Amanda Krier of Coeur d'Alene, was recently selected as a National Junior College Athletic Association first team All-American. Krier is one of 15 players from across the nation to earn this honor and only the second ... Read More

Tuesday, June 1, 2010

NIC to offer summer sailing clinics on new sailboat

Every summer, more than 100 aspiring sailors make their way to the North Idaho College beach to try their hand at sailing. And this year, the college's summer sailing clinics will have the potential for even greater instructional opportunities with the ... Read More

Friday, May 28, 2010

NIC campus to close in honor of Memorial Day

North Idaho College will be closed Monday, May 31 in honor of Memorial Day. Normal business hours, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays and 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Fridays, will resume June 1. All NIC offices remain open throughout the summer ... Read More

Tuesday, May 25, 2010

Early bird deadline for Really BIG Raffle is May 31

Don't miss the May 31 deadline to qualify to win two additional early bird prizes in the North Idaho College Foundation's 17th annual Really BIG Raffle. Those who purchase tickets by May 31 will automatically be entered into the early bird drawing for a ... Read More

Tuesday, May 25, 2010

Annual NIC golf tournament held in memory of Scott Hague

The entry deadline for the North Idaho College Scott Hague Memorial Cardinal Classic golf tournament is approaching. The four-person scramble tournament will begin with a shotgun start at 1 p.m. Friday, June 4 at the Avondale Golf and Tennis Club in ... Read More

Monday, May 24, 2010

NIC to host summer boys, girls basketball camps

The North Idaho College men's and women's basketball staff is encouraging area youths to utilize summer break to improve their basketball skills. The North Idaho Boys Basketball Skills Camp June 14-17 is open to all school-aged boys. Instruction will ... Read More

Monday, May 24, 2010

MEN'S BASKETBALL: NIC men's basketball program signs recruits

Several athletes recently accepted scholarships to play for the North Idaho College men's basketball team for the 2010-2011 season. Tyrone White, a 6-foot-6-inch guard-forward from Portland, Ore., will transfer to NIC from Utah State University where he ... Read More

Saturday, May 22, 2010

WOMEN'S GOLF: Lady Cardinals finish 13th at nationals

In only their third year as a varsity sport, the Lady Cardinals have recorded back-to-back 13th place finishes at the national tournament. Forty-one colleges were represented at the national tournament, with 20 full teams playing at the 6,200-yard, LPGA ... Read More

Thursday, May 20, 2010

Longtime booster Ron Ouren speak at NIC Booster Club Luncheon

Longtime North Idaho College Booster Club member Ron Ouren will be the featured speaker at the NIC Booster Club Luncheon at noon Tuesday, May 25 at the Coeur d'Alene Resort Shore Lounge. Ouren plans to speak on “Live the Dream: You Are Never Too Old,” ... Read More

Thursday, May 20, 2010

NIC to offer history presentation on the Silver Valley

The mountains, the mines and the people of Kellogg, Idaho shaped author Julie Whitesel Weston (left), who grew up a block from the entrance to the Bunker Hill Mine and next door to the hospital where her father doctored the miners and other townspeople. ... Read More

Thursday, May 20, 2010

Commencement photos/DVDs available from NIC

Those who missed the North Idaho College commencement ceremony May 14 still have a chance to see it. Photographs of the ceremony, processional and group shot are available for download at NIC's Flickr page at ... Read More

Wednesday, May 19, 2010

NIC hires new vice president for resource management

North Idaho College has hired Ron Dorn as its new vice president for resource management. He plans to begin at NIC July 30. Dorn will replace current Vice President for Administrative Services Rolly Jurgens, who plans to retire this summer. “Ron brings ... Read More

Tuesday, May 18, 2010

SOFTBALL: Five NIC softball players receive All-Region honors

  Five NIC softball players were awarded All-Region honors on May 15 at the Region 18 Tournament in Salt Lake City, Utah. Sophomores Amanda Krier and Alyssa Hawley and Freshman Jessica Ross were awarded first team All-Region and will be nominated ... Read More

Tuesday, May 18, 2010

Approximately 1,200 middle schoolers visit NIC during XPLOR program

Approximately 700 seventh graders from the Coeur d'Alene School District visited North Idaho College May 18 and another 500 seventh- and eighth-graders from the Post Falls School District are expected May 19 as part of the XPLOR NIC program. The college ... Read More

Friday, May 14, 2010

NIC recognizes outstanding faculty, staff with annual achievement awards

Several outstanding North Idaho College staff and faculty members were honored with achievement awards during the annual NIC Employee Awards Breakfast May 14. “Student success is the core mission of all faculty and staff members at NIC,” said NIC ... Read More

Thursday, May 13, 2010

NIC student selected to NASA scholars program review

North Idaho College student Jessi Barbee from Sandpoint was one of 250 students nationwide to be selected to the first phase of the NASA Community College Aerospace Scholar program this spring. The program funded by NASA's Exploration Systems Mission ... Read More

Thursday, May 13, 2010

NIC Really BIG Raffle house ‘goes green;' open houses set to begin May 16

This year’s North Idaho College Foundation Really BIG Raffle house is green this year, and that means more than just the exterior color. The grand prize home in the 17th annual fund-raiser will be ENERGY STAR® qualified and National Green Building ... Read More

Thursday, May 13, 2010

Area students presented NIC Presidential Scholarships

Four students from throughout the five northern counties of Idaho were recently selected to receive the North Idaho College Presidential Scholarship. This year's recipients include Tala Kalindra Kathleen Wood from Sandpoint High School, Danielle Meehan ... Read More

Thursday, May 13, 2010

Science students earn end-of-year awards

Several North Idaho College students recently received awards through the Natural Sciences Division. The Outstanding Freshman Chemistry Student Award was presented to Brianna Knudtsen from Coeur d'Alene. Student Jacqueline Goldworm from Sandpoint ... Read More

Wednesday, May 12, 2010

MEN'S GOLF: NIC men's golfer signs with Washington State University

North Idaho College men's golf player Branden Dalton recently signed a letter of intent to play for the Washington State University golf team next year. Dalton played for the Fernley High School golf team in Reno, Nev., all four years of high school ... Read More

Wednesday, May 12, 2010

NIC program earns professional-technical honors

North Idaho College's Computer Applications and Technology program was recently named Idaho's 2010 Postsecondary Professional-Technical Education Exemplary Program runner-up. (The winner has not yet been announced.) The statewide award from the Idaho ... Read More

Wednesday, May 12, 2010

NIC retirees honored for outstanding service

A total of 10 NIC employees with more than 200 years of combined service were honored for their dedication and service to NIC at the 2010 Retiree Recognition Luncheon May 5. The following employees will be retiring at the end of this academic year: ... Read More

Wednesday, May 12, 2010

Bicycle racks installed on campus during national bike month

As part of the WeCycle program instituted by North Idaho College students, several artistically designed bike racks are being installed on campus in honor of national bike month in May. As part of the curriculum in the NIC Resort/Recreation Management ... Read More

Tuesday, May 11, 2010

Approximately 300 students to participate in NIC commencement ceremony

By Eli Francovich NIC journalism student and College Relations intern To graduate from North Idaho College in two years with a 3.98 grade point average makes driven students like Patricia Murk stand out above the nearly 700 students eligible for ... Read More

Tuesday, May 11, 2010

NIC student newspaper wins three national first place awards

The North Idaho College Sentinel student newspaper recently won three national first place awards in the Society of Professional Journalists Mark of Excellence national competition. The Sentinel won the award for the Best All-Around Non-Daily Student ... Read More

Tuesday, May 11, 2010

NIC students earn top honors at national BPA competition

Eight North Idaho College student members of Business Professionals of America (BPA) attended the annual National Leadership Conference, “Shoot for Success,” in Anaheim, Calif., May 5-9. There, NIC BPA chapter members joined conference delegates from across ... Read More

Monday, May 10, 2010

Nearly 700 students to graduate from NIC

Coeur d'Alene, Idaho – A total of 699 students are eligible for graduation this year and more than 300 plan to participate in the 2010 commencement ceremony May 14. Students who applied for graduation by April 26 are listed below by hometown: Idaho ... Read More

Monday, May 10, 2010

MEN'S BASKETBALL: Three NIC men's basketball players sign with universities

Three North Idaho College men's basketball players recently signed to play with four-year universities next season. Guy-Marc Michel, a 7-foot-1-inch center from Sainte Marie, Martinique, recently signed to play with Indiana University next season. Michel ... Read More

Friday, May 7, 2010

New NIC head volleyball coach to speak at Booster Club Luncheon

New North Idaho College head volleyball coach Colleen Frohlich will be the featured speaker at the NIC Booster Club Luncheon at noon Tuesday, May 11 at the Outback Steakhouse in Coeur d'Alene. The NIC Athletics Department announced May 6 that Frohlich, a ... Read More

Thursday, May 6, 2010

INFORMATION SITE: Child at NIC Children's Center diagnosed with whooping cough

UPDATED information as of Noon Thursday, May 6 A child at the North Idaho College Children's Center was officially diagnosed with pertussis or “whooping cough,” a highly contagious bacterial disease. The affected child is 3 years old and is a member of ... Read More

Thursday, May 6, 2010

NIC selects Frohlich as head volleyball coach

The North Idaho College Athletics Department announced that Coeur d'Alene native and former assistant and interim head coach at the University of Montana Colleen Frohlich was named as the new NIC head volleyball coach. Frohlich replaces Chris Kosty, who ... Read More

Thursday, May 6, 2010

NEWS RELEASE: Confirmed case of pertussis reported at NIC Children's Center

A child at the North Idaho College Children's Center was officially diagnosed with pertussis or “whooping cough,” a highly contagious bacterial disease, Thursday, May 6. The affected child is 3 years old. Following Panhandle Health District protocol in an ... Read More

Wednesday, May 5, 2010

NIC sign language instructor shares passion for deaf culture with students

By Eli Francovich NIC journalism student and College Relations intern North Idaho College American Sign Language (ASL) Instructor Jacalyn Marosi is not deaf, but people have mistakenly thought that she was. And that makes her proud. “If a ... Read More

Wednesday, May 5, 2010

Workforce Training Center to close Saturdays this summer

The North Idaho College Workforce Training Center will be closed Saturdays during the summer. The center will close Saturday, May 29 and then will be closed each Saturday July 3 through Sept. 4. NIC as well as the NIC Workforce Training Center will ... Read More

Tuesday, May 4, 2010

MEN'S BASKETBALL: Registration to open soon for summer three-on-three tournament at NIC

This year's Coeur d'Alene Shootout, a three-on-three basketball tournament, will be held Aug. 21 and 22 on North Idaho College's main campus. Registration information will be posted soon, but be sure to save the date. The entry fee is $100 per team and ... Read More

Tuesday, May 4, 2010

NIC to host weekend concerts in honor of Mother's Day

North Idaho College's musical and choral groups will join forces to present a weekend of music for moms in honor of Mother's Day. The jazz concert “Jazz Knows No Boundaries” will be at 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 7 in Boswell Hall Schuler Performing Arts ... Read More

Tuesday, May 4, 2010

NIC to sponsor cleanup of Yap-Keehn-Um Beach

Several free events will be held in conjunction with a cleanup of North Idaho College's Yap-Keehn-Um Beach beginning at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 8. Community members are welcome to help with the event. A barbecue and open beach volleyball will be held ... Read More

Monday, May 3, 2010

North Idaho College Board of Trustees Meeting Notice

The North Idaho College Board of Trustees will meet in executive session at 5 p.m. Monday, May 10 in the Sherman Building President's Conference Room. The purpose of the meeting falls under Idaho Code Section 67-2345(b), to consider the evaluation ... Read More

Friday, April 30, 2010

Award winners announced following NIC Booster Club auction/banquet

The North Idaho College Booster Club announced the winners of this year's athletics awards following the annual NIC Athletics Hall of Fame Induction, Awards Banquet and Auction held April 24. The award recipients were nominated and selected by the NIC ... Read More

Thursday, April 29, 2010

NIC student selected as Rotary Student of the Month for April

North Idaho College student Rose Robbins-Schild was selected as April's Coeur d'Alene Rotary Club Student of the Month. Robbins-Schild is an active member of the NIC chapter of Phi Theta Kappa and recently received a third place Di Braun Award for Visual ... Read More

Wednesday, April 28, 2010

CHEERLEADING: NIC cheerleader featured in Numerica Notes

North Idaho College cheerleader Carissa Kuchenski is featured in the spring edition of Numerica Notes, a newsletter from Numerica Credit Union. View the newsletter here http://www.nic.edu/modules/images/websites/19/file/NumericaNotesSpring2010.pdf   Read More

Wednesday, April 28, 2010

NIC students receive American Association of University Women scholarship

Two North Idaho College students were recently selected as the recipients of $2,000 Spokane branch of the American Association of University Women scholarships. Pictured are recipient Lisa Johnson, a nursing student from Dalton Gardens; NIC Communication ... Read More

Wednesday, April 28, 2010

NIC GED graduation ceremonies to be held across North Idaho

For the second consecutive year, North Idaho College General Education Development (GED) administrators will hold graduation celebrations for its GED students throughout the five northern counties of Idaho. “Last year, holding the graduation ceremonies in ... Read More

Tuesday, April 27, 2010

Prospective students encouraged to attend NIC's First Friday

Those interested in attending North Idaho College are encouraged to attend May's First Friday campus visitation program Friday, May 7. The First Friday program, held on the first Friday of every month throughout the academic year, offers prospective ... Read More

Tuesday, April 27, 2010

NIC students design jersey/t-shirt for annual Ride Idaho event

Designs by two North Idaho College graphic design students were selected to be featured on the Ride Idaho jerseys and t-shirts for this year's ride. Ride Idaho is a seven-day bicycle ride that takes 300 riders across the state. This year's event Aug ... Read More

Tuesday, April 27, 2010

Bonners Ferry student receives teachers scholarship

Bonners Ferry High School graduate and secondary education major Katrina Ryan became the first recipient of the recently established North Idaho Federation of Teachers Scholarship at North Idaho College. “I love going to NIC and I have a lot of interest ... Read More

Monday, April 26, 2010

WOMEN'S SOCCER: Alumni return

The second annual NIC Women's Soccer Alumni Game was a great success. A total of 17 alums returned for the annual game and everyone had a great time. The final score of the match was 1-1, showing that returning players still know how to compete. ... Read More

Monday, April 26, 2010

NIC instructor/BPA adviser earns recognition

North Idaho College Computer Applications and Office Technology Instructor Kathie O'Brien, the adviser of the NIC chapter of Business Professionals of America, has been named to the national Business Professionals of America Hall of Fame. O'Brien will be ... Read More

Friday, April 23, 2010

NIC Booster Club auction to include announcement of student-athlete awards

This year's North Idaho College Booster Club's annual spring auction and awards banquet will include the announcement of the 2009-2010 athletic award recipients Saturday, April 24 in the Edminster Student Union Building Ts'elusm Dining Room. The women's ... Read More

Friday, April 23, 2010

NIC hires new financial aid director

North Idaho College has hired Joseph Bekken as its new financial aid director. He plans to begin at NIC May 3. “We're so pleased to have Joseph as a part of the NIC financial aid team,” said NIC President Priscilla Bell. “He brings more than seven years ... Read More

Wednesday, April 21, 2010

NIC announces 2009-2010 Phi Theta Kappa inductees

North Idaho College recently announced the 2009-2010 inductees for NIC's chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for two-year colleges. Induction ceremonies were held in the fall and in the spring. To be eligible, a student must have ... Read More

Wednesday, April 21, 2010

NIC to hold info session for radiography technology program

North Idaho College will hold an information session guiding prospective students through the admissions process for the radiography technology program at 5 p.m. Wednesday, May 5 in the Meyer Health and Sciences Building Room 102. Students will be ... Read More

Tuesday, April 20, 2010

Students win spring NIC speech contest

Five students topped the annual North Idaho College Spring 2010 Speech Contest, earning awards for speeches written and presented through Communications 101 classes this semester. Students were selected by their peers to represent their classes in the ... Read More

Tuesday, April 20, 2010

NIC to offer history presentation on the Mullan Road

Keith Petersen, who is an author as well as an associate director and state historian with the Idaho State Historical Society, will present the history of John Mullan (pictured left) and the Mullan Military Road during his presentation at 7 p.m. Tuesday ... Read More

Tuesday, April 20, 2010

NIC to host variety of cultural events during Experience the World Week

North Idaho College will host a variety of cultural activities during Experience the World Week April 26-29. Events will kick off with a demonstration of games played around the world from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, April 26 in the Edminster Student Union ... Read More

Monday, April 19, 2010

GOLF: Burke and Dalton Medal for NIC at Horn Rapids

Ashley Burke and Branden Dalton both shot the lowest rounds of any competitor in the two day event in the Tri-Cities this weekend. Both players have lived up to the reputation as being the best players to ever play for the Cardinals. Other schools playing ... Read More

Friday, April 16, 2010

NIC to present DVD on micro-lending website Kiva.org

The North Idaho College chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, an international honor society for two-year colleges, will present a seminar on Kiva, the peer-to-peer microloan organization for entrepreneurs around the world, Wednesday, April 21. The seminar is part ... Read More

Thursday, April 15, 2010

NIC to participate in collegiate choral festival

North Idaho College will be one of four colleges and universities performing at the Zimmerman Collegiate Choral Festival at 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 23 at the Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes, located at 1115 West Riverside Avenue in Spokane. The NIC ... Read More

Wednesday, April 14, 2010

NIC students selected as INBRE Fellows

Two North Idaho College students were recently named as Idaho Idea Network of Biomedical Research Excellence (INBRE) Fellows for 2010. Ben Denn of Post Falls and Hannah Edwards of Rathdrum will be a part of the INBRE Fellows program, which awards $5,000 ... Read More

Wednesday, April 14, 2010

NIC presents lecture on bubonic plague

University of Idaho Researcher Scott Minnich, Ph.D., will discuss “What Makes Bubonic Plague So Deadly: New Insights from Genomic Studies” as part of the North Idaho College Health Series from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 20 in the Meyer Health and ... Read More

Tuesday, April 13, 2010

CHEERLEADING: Tryouts to be held May 15

Cardinal cheerleading tryouts will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 15 at NIC. For more information, click http://www.nic.edu/athletics/_inc/cheerleading/cheerapplication.pdf . NIC cheer tryouts open gyms will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesdays ... Read More

Tuesday, April 13, 2010

NIC music department to present faculty recital

The North Idaho College music department will present its Spring Faculty Music Recital at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 18 at St. Thomas Catholic Church, located at 919 Indiana Avenue in Coeur d'Alene. NIC music instructors will perform a variety of pieces ... Read More

Tuesday, April 13, 2010

NIC choirs present spring concert

The North Idaho College Concert Choir and Madrigal Singers will present their spring choral concert at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 25 in the NIC Boswell Hall Schuler Performing Arts Center. The “Spring Choral Extravaganza” will also feature special guests Bella ... Read More

Tuesday, April 13, 2010

NIC Sentinel staff members earn honors at SPJ regional conference

North Idaho College's student-produced newspaper The Sentinel recently won several honors in the two-year college newspaper division of the Region 10 Society of Professional Journalists Conference in Seattle. Jake Donahue from Portland, Ore., earned first ... Read More

Monday, April 12, 2010

MEN'S GOLF: Williams medals in LCSC dual

Dillon Williams of NIC shared the medalist honors with Conner McCracken of Lewis-Clark State College during a dual match on April 9 at Quail Ridge. Williams shot a one over 72 to help pace the Cardinals, but it was the Warriors that ended up winning the ... Read More

Monday, April 12, 2010

WOMEN'S GOLF: 13th-ranked Lady Cardinals fall to LCSC

The latest National Junior College Athletic Association polls have NIC ranked 13th in the nation. Last year they finished 15th at the national tournament. This year they hope to improve on that placing, but they have some work ahead of them, according to NIC ... Read More

Monday, April 12, 2010

MEN'S GOLF: Williams signs with LCSC

NIC sophomore Dillon Williams has signed a letter of intent to play for Lewis-Clark State College next year. Williams will be the first NIC golfer since restarting the golf program five years ago to move on and play at a four-year school. Williams is from ... Read More

Friday, April 9, 2010

John Sitter to speak at NIC Booster Club luncheon

Former collegiate athlete and current owner of Specialty Recreation and Marine John Sitter will be the featured speaker at the North Idaho College Booster Club Luncheon at noon Tuesday, April 13 at the Coeur d'Alene Outback Steakhouse. Sitter played both ... Read More

Friday, April 9, 2010

NIC wind symphony presents concert featuring classic music

Attendees at the North Idaho College Wind Symphony's performance of “Springtime with the Classics” Wednesday, April 14, will enjoy a diversified array of classical music. “We will cover the whole range from intense pieces to fanfare to Russian folk,” said ... Read More

Wednesday, April 7, 2010

NIC mourns the loss of longtime supporter Betty McLain

North Idaho College lost one of its dearest friends and supporters April 6. Longtime teacher, administrator, trustee, friend, and supporter Betty McLain was loved by all and a true champion for education and North Idaho College. A memorial service for ... Read More

Wednesday, April 7, 2010

NIC receives grant to train health information technology students

North Idaho College has been awarded a $625,000 grant to train health information technology professionals across the state of Idaho. The grant is part of a $6.2 million grant awarded to a consortium of eight community colleges in a 10-state region. The ... Read More

Wednesday, April 7, 2010

NIC presents lecture on sleep apnea

Dr Michael Coats, director of Kootenai Health Sleep Disorder Center, will discuss “Sleep Apnea” as part of the North Idaho College Health Series from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 13 in the Meyer Health and Sciences Building Room 106. The presentation ... Read More

Wednesday, April 7, 2010

NIC celebrates American Indian Heritage Week

Artist George Hill, a member of the Spokane Tribe, demonstrates to JoAnn Stringfellow how to sculpt alabaster during American Indian Heritage Week activities at North Idaho College. Read More

Wednesday, April 7, 2010

One-act comedy to be presented at NIC

The North Idaho College theater department will present a one-act comedy by Tom Stoppard as its spring theater production April 21-24. In “The Real Inspector Hound,” two critics watching a poorly written murder mystery find themselves in the middle of ... Read More

Wednesday, April 7, 2010

NIC softball to host KGSA Day

The North Idaho College softball team will host players from the Kootenai Girls Softball Association for KGSA Day Saturday, April 17. Players from the KGSA will watch NIC take on Scenic West Athletic Conference rival College of Southern Idaho during a ... Read More

Wednesday, April 7, 2010

NIC basketball players earn post-season honors

Two North Idaho College basketball players recently received National Junior College Athletic Association Division I All-American honors for the 2009-2010 season. NIC men's basketball player Michael Hale, III, from Federal Way, Wash., was selected to the ... Read More

Tuesday, April 6, 2010

NIC students present lecture by sex educator

CL Lindsay, III, expert and leader in the field of student rights and academic freedom, will present “Sex and the Law” at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 13 in the North Idaho College Edminster Student Union Building Lake Coeur d'Alene Room. The presentation will ... Read More

Tuesday, April 6, 2010

NIC Booster Club auction to include new hall of fame inductees

This year's North Idaho College Booster Club's annual spring auction and awards banquet will include the induction of NIC Athletics Hall of Fame inductees Saturday, April 24 in the Edminster Student Union Building Ts'elusm Dining Room. The NIC Athletics ... Read More

Monday, April 5, 2010

MEN'S GOLF: Cardinals fall to Sasquatch in match play

In a modified best-ball, match-play format, the Cardinals fell to a very talented Community Colleges of Spokane team. The first day consisted of 36 holes at Avondale Golf Club, while the second day was 18 holes played at The Links. The golfers had to battle ... Read More

Monday, April 5, 2010

Reported magazine sales not associated with North Idaho College

Several community members in the Post Falls and St. Maries area have reported that individuals referring to themselves as North Idaho College communication students are selling magazine subscriptions on behalf of NIC as part of a class assignment. No ... Read More

Friday, April 2, 2010

North Idaho College Board of Trustees Meeting Notice

The North Idaho College Board of Trustees will meet in executive session at 4 p.m. Thursday, April 8 in the Sherman Building President's Conference Room. The purpose of the meeting falls under Idaho Code Section 67-2345(b), to consider the evaluation ... Read More

Tuesday, March 30, 2010

NIC Student Art Show to showcase student art in the Corner Gallery

North Idaho College students will have the opportunity to exhibit their artwork during the Student Art Show April 12 through May 7 in the Boswell Hall Corner Gallery. “This is a great opportunity for our students to exhibit the pieces they've created ... Read More

Monday, March 29, 2010

NIC to remain open during spring break March 29 through April 2

No classes are scheduled for North Idaho College students during spring break March 29 through April 2. Although administrative offices will remain open during spring break, hours in several departments will change. Molstead Library will be closed Sunday ... Read More

Monday, March 29, 2010

NIC to offer history presentation on the Silver Valley

The mountains, the mines and the people of Kellogg, Idaho shaped author Julie Whitesel Weston, who grew up a block from the entrance to the Bunker Hill Mine and next door to the hospital where her father doctored the miners and other townspeople. Whitesel ... Read More

Monday, March 29, 2010

NIC presents lecture on cancer prevention through nutrition

University of Idaho Professor of Foods and Nutrition SeAnne Safaii Fabiano will present “Current and Future Approaches to Nutrition and Cancer Prevention” as part of the North Idaho College Health Series from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 6 in the Meyer ... Read More

Monday, March 29, 2010

NIC offers dual credit information for local students

All students and parents who are interested in North Idaho College's dual credit program known as WINGS are encouraged to attend an information session from 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday, April 8 in the Edminster Student Union Building Lake Coeur d'Alene Room, on ... Read More

Friday, March 26, 2010

NIC graphic design student designs logo for Hot Shot Tournament

  (Above) North Idaho College graphic design student Jai Glover from Muncie, Ind., accepts an award from Matthew Snow of the Coeur d'Alene Sting Soccer Club for her logo design that will be used on various marketing materials in promotion of the Bill ... Read More

Friday, March 26, 2010

NIC hires new assistant men's soccer coach

Former North Idaho College men's soccer standout Garga Caserta was recently hired as the new assistant coach and strength and conditioning coach for men's soccer at NIC. Caserta recently completed a bachelor's degree in physical education with a minor in ... Read More

Thursday, March 25, 2010

MEN'S GOLF: Branden Dalton medals at Hawks Invitational

Branden Dalton led the Cardinals to fourth place with his winning score of three over par, 147. Branden held off the field despite the windy conditions. Both days the wind blew 30 to 40 miles per hour making the course play very difficult. Dalton, a transfer ... Read More

Thursday, March 25, 2010

WOMEN'S GOLF: Cardinals take second at Hawks Invitational

The Cardinal women played a solid second round moving from fourth place to finish in second. “The windy conditions made it real tough for our women on day one," said assistant coach Derrick Thompson. "I was real proud of the way they dealt with the ... Read More

Wednesday, March 24, 2010

NIC Sentinel brings home awards from New York convention

Winning its ninth first-place Apple Award in the last 10 years, North Idaho College's student-produced newspaper The Sentinel was selected as the top two-year school newspaper at the National College Media Convention in New York recently. A total of 21 ... Read More

Wednesday, March 24, 2010

NIC to host events in honor of American Indian Heritage Week

North Idaho College is hosting a variety of events throughout the week of April 5-9 in honor of American Indian Heritage Week. “We're proud to be able to offer such a fantastic series of Native American presentations and events to the community,” said NIC ... Read More

Wednesday, March 24, 2010

EWU athletics director to speak at NIC Booster Club luncheon

Eastern Washington University athletics director Bill Chaves will be the featured speaker at the North Idaho College Booster Club Luncheon at noon Tuesday, March 30 at the Coeur d'Alene Resort Shore Lounge. Chaves has served as Eastern Washington ... Read More

Monday, March 22, 2010

Eighth-grader wins regional spelling bee for second straight year

Eighth-grader Sabrina Smith from Prairie Avenue Christian Center School in Coeur d'Alene outspelled 50 other fourth- through eighth-graders from the five northern counties of Idaho to become the champion speller for the second straight year in the seventh ... Read More

Monday, March 22, 2010

SOFTBALL: No. 20 Cardinals swept by No. 1 Salt Lake Community College

NIC lost all four in a series against Salt Lake Community College at home this weekend despite launching a tough challenge for the undefeated Bruins. On Friday, March 19, the Cardinals lost 12-2 and 2-0, followed by two more losses on Saturday, March 20 ... Read More

Sunday, March 21, 2010

MEN'S GOLF: Cardinals finish fifth at Lewis-Clark Invitational

The Cardinal men finished fifth in a field of 12 at the Lewis and Clark Invitational. Branden Dalton led the way for the men with scores of 75, 75 to tie for fifth in the tournament. “Branden is a very solid player," said assistant coach Derrick Thompson ... Read More

Sunday, March 21, 2010

WOMEN'S GOLF: Slow start hurts Cardinals

The NIC women finished seventh at the Lewis-Clark Invitational. “We got off to a slow start on day one and played ourselves out of the tournament," said assistant coach Derrick Thompson. "We had too much ground to cover after the first day and just ... Read More

Saturday, March 20, 2010

WOMEN'S BASKETBALL: Lady Cardinals fall, finish eighth in the nation

The NIC Lady Cardinals saw their season come to an end with a 73-61 loss to Copiah-Lincoln College in the consolation championship at the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) national basketball tournament in Salina, Kan. NIC finished 2-2 in ... Read More

Friday, March 19, 2010

WOMEN'S BASKETBALL: Lady Cards bounce back

The NIC Lady Cardinals bounced back from a disappointing opening game lost at the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) national basketball championship to defeat South Georgia Technical College 64-45 in the consolation bracket. The seventh ... Read More

Friday, March 19, 2010

WOMEN'S BASKETBALL: Cardinals to play for consolation bracket championship

The NIC Lady Cardinals earned their second consecutive win at the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) national basketball championship in Salina, Kan., with a victory over Shelton State 81-75 on March 19. The Cards now face the winner of ... Read More

Wednesday, March 17, 2010

NIC presents spring series on health topics

North Idaho College will present a series of lectures in March and April focused on health topics. Each seminar will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday nights in the Meyer Health and Sciences Building Room 106. “Asbestos: Its Structure, Uses and ... Read More

Wednesday, March 17, 2010

NIC to present DVD by Ray Suarez on materialism

The North Idaho College chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, an international honor society for two-year colleges, will present a seminar on materialism Wednesday, March 24. The seminar is part of the chapter's exploration of this year's Phi Theta Kappa honors ... Read More

Wednesday, March 17, 2010

NJCAA poll ranks NIC softball team in the nation's top 20

The North Idaho College softball team (21-11) was ranked 20th in the nation in the first National Junior College Athletic Association softball poll released March 17. NIC's Scenic West Athletic Conference rival Salt Lake Community College (31-0) is ... Read More

Monday, March 15, 2010

North Idaho College Board of Trustees Meeting Notice

The North Idaho College Board of Trustees will meet in executive session at 5 p.m. Tuesday, March 23 in the Sherman Administration Building President's Conference Room. The purpose of the meeting falls under Idaho Code Section 67-2345(b), to consider the ... Read More

Thursday, March 11, 2010

Musician Preston Pugmire to perform at NIC

Musician Preston Pugmire will perform a unique blend of music and vocals, all provided by him live and then replayed on a series of looping recordings for the performance, at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 18 in the North Idaho College Edminster Student Union ... Read More

Thursday, March 11, 2010

WOMEN'S BASKETBALL: First-round game at nationals to be broadcast at NIC

The 7th-seeded North Idaho College women's basketball team will take on Monroe Community College of Rochester, N.Y., in the first round of the National Junior College Athletic Association tournament, held in Salina, Kan., March 16-20. All of the NJCAA ... Read More

Wednesday, March 10, 2010

NIC Outdoor Pursuits offers climbing film

Outdoor enthusiasts are welcome to attend a showing of the climbing film “The Continuum Project” at 7 p.m. Monday, March 22 in the North Idaho College Molstead Library Todd Hall. The film was produced by Alstrin Films, an independent filmmaking company ... Read More

Wednesday, March 10, 2010

NIC offers dual credit information for Post Falls students

All students and parents who are interested in North Idaho College's dual credit program known as WINGS are encouraged to attend an information session from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 23 in the Post Falls High School library. NIC's WINGS program, an ... Read More

Tuesday, March 9, 2010

MEN'S BASKETBALL: Cardinals fall in title game

The NIC men's basketball team fell in the Region 18 championship game 88-80 to the host Eastern Utah. The loss ends the season for the Cardinals, but doesn't take away from their remarkable season. The runner-up finish at the tournament marks the first time ... Read More

Tuesday, March 9, 2010

NIC offers dual credit information for Lakeland students

All students and parents who are interested in North Idaho College's dual credit program known as WINGS are encouraged to attend an information session from 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday, March 18 in the Lakeland High School commons area. NIC's WINGS program, an ... Read More

Tuesday, March 9, 2010

NIC offers dual credit information for high schoolers in Bonners Ferry

All students and parents interested in North Idaho College's dual credit program known as WINGS are encouraged to attend an information session from 6 to 7 p.m. Monday, March 22 at the NIC Bonners Ferry Center, located at 6791 Main Street in Bonners Ferry ... Read More

Tuesday, March 9, 2010

NIC symposium to address sustainability issues

North Idaho College's Popcorn Forum, which was a well-known event at NIC for more than 30 years, has been revamped as Cardinal Connections and will be held March 15-19 at NIC. The event will maintain the same format as a weeklong symposium with a variety ... Read More

Monday, March 8, 2010

GOLF: Cardinals compete in Moses Lake

Both golf teams traveled over to The Links at Moses Point and competed against Whitworth University and Whitman College on March 6 for their first matches of the season. Cardinal newcomer, Branden Dalton, was the co-medalist with a solid round of 72. Kris ... Read More

Monday, March 8, 2010

NIC to present concert focused on human rights

North Idaho College's Jazz Ensemble and the JazzCo. Small jazz choir will present their spring concert recognizing the 30th year of the Kootenai County Task Force on Human Relations. “In the TS Spirit” at 7:30 p.m. Monday, March 15 in NIC's Boswell Hall ... Read More

Monday, March 8, 2010

NIC students earn top honors at state business competition

Eight North Idaho College students qualified to compete at the national level by achieving top placement in business-related events at the recent state Business Professionals of America (BPA) competition in Boise March 5. The students competed with ... Read More

Monday, March 8, 2010

NIC head coaches to speak at NIC Booster Club luncheon

North Idaho College head coaches will be the featured speakers at the NIC Booster Club Luncheon at noon Tuesday, March 9 at the Coeur d'Alene Outback Steakhouse, located at 1381 Northwood Center Court. NIC head men's basketball coach Jared Phay and head ... Read More

Monday, March 8, 2010

WOMEN'S BASKETBALL: On To Nationals! Lady Cards earn Region 18 championship again

The Lady Cards entered the Scenic West Athletics Conference championships as the No. 3 seed and fought their way into the championship game against regular season champions and the National Junior College Athletic Association fifth-ranked Bruins from Salt ... Read More

Friday, March 5, 2010

NIC head volleyball coach to take position at Division I school

North Idaho College head volleyball coach Chris Kosty has announced his resignation to take the position of assistant volleyball coach at Indiana University in Bloomington, Ind. Kosty coached at NIC for three seasons, one as an assistant to former head ... Read More

Friday, March 5, 2010

NIC offers dual credit information session in Ponderay

All students and parents interested in North Idaho College's dual credit program known as WINGS are encouraged to attend an information session from 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday, March 11 at the Ponderay Center, located at 300 Bonner Mall Way. The session will be ... Read More

Wednesday, March 3, 2010

Priority deadline approaches for NIC financial aid

Priority deadlines are approaching for students looking to secure financial aid for the 2010-2011 academic year at North Idaho College. Scholarship funds are available for NIC students seeking degrees and professional-technical certificates or who are ... Read More

Tuesday, March 2, 2010

WRESTLING: Cardinals finish third at nationals

The NIC Cardinals ended the season with another strong showing at the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) national wrestling tournament in Des Moines, Iowa. The Cardinals ended up third in the country with five All-Americans. Eight ... Read More

Tuesday, March 2, 2010

NIC student newspaper brings home first-place award

The Sentinel, the student-produced newspaper at North Idaho College, won first place for general excellence for two-year college newspapers at the Associated Collegiate Press national convention in Phoenix Feb. 28. Eli Francovich of Post Falls, managing ... Read More

Tuesday, March 2, 2010

Comedian Sabrina Jalees to perform at NIC

Comedian Sabrina Jalees will entertain an audience at North Idaho College with her comedy act at 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 10 in the NIC Activities Center, on the lower level of Edminster Student Union Building. Jalees career began at 16 when she stepped on ... Read More

Tuesday, March 2, 2010

NIC Really BIG Raffle tickets on sale now at ticket outlets

The North Idaho College Foundation's Really BIG Raffle will kick into high gear as regional outlets begin selling tickets for the drawing to win the 2010 “green” home valued this year at $265,000. Only 5,000 tickets will be sold prior to the July 14 ... Read More

Tuesday, March 2, 2010

NIC Workforce Training Center offers screenwriting class

As the Academy Awards approach March 7, the North Idaho College Workforce Training Center may train the next big screenwriter with its Here to Hollywood Screenwriting Series in March. The class will cover creating a story that is attractive to producers ... Read More

Monday, March 1, 2010

NIC division chair to speak at national conference

North Idaho College English and Modern Languages Division Chair Lloyd Duman will be a speaker at the national Conference on College Composition and Communication 2010 annual convention. Duman will present on “Involving Academic Advisors University-Wide in ... Read More

Monday, March 1, 2010

NIC appearance at regional tournament to be webcast

Families and fans of North Idaho College basketball will have the opportunity to watch the Cardinal men's and women's basketball teams compete at the Scenic West Athletic Conference Region 18 tournament March 4-6 in Price, Utah. The sixth-ranked Cardinal ... Read More

Monday, March 1, 2010

WOMEN'S BASKETBALL: Cards return to winning form

The Lady Cards ended the regular season with two home victories over College of Eastern Utah (80-62) and the Colorado Northwestern Community College (84-57). Tugce Canitez led the Cards both nights with 18 points and Katie Sanders added 11 both nights. The ... Read More

Monday, March 1, 2010

Prospective students encouraged to attend NIC's First Friday

Those interested in attending North Idaho College are encouraged to attend March's First Friday campus visitation program Friday, March 5. The First Friday program, held on the first Friday of every month throughout the academic year, offers prospective ... Read More

Sunday, Feb. 28, 2010

MEN'S BASKETBALL: NIC finishes season at 26-4

The Cardinal men closed out the regular season with a 96-61 victory over visiting Colorado Northwestern Community College. The sixth-ranked Cardinals had already clinched the Scenic West Athletic Conference (SWAC) championship Feb. 25, and finished the ... Read More

Friday, Feb. 26, 2010

MEN'S BASKETBALL: Cardinals win SWAC!

The sixth-ranked Cardinal men's team defeated the College of Eastern Utah 87-76 to clinch the Scenic West Athletic Conference (SWAC) title! The SWAC championship is the second one in a row for the Cards and their record moves to 25-4 on the year with one ... Read More

Friday, Feb. 26, 2010

Avista's energy saving programs help North Idaho College be green, save green

 North Idaho College (NIC) has made a number of major energy efficiency improvements to campus facilities that have qualified the college for more than $88,000 in energy efficiency incentives from Avista. By upgrading the HVAC (heating, ventilating and ... Read More

Thursday, Feb. 25, 2010

NIC announces All-Star Basketball Game participants

Participants for the boys and girls 2010 Idaho State High School All-Star Basketball Games were announced recently by the North Idaho College Athletics Department. Players were chosen by a selection committee of sportswriters and broadcasters from ... Read More

Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2010

NIC machining student follows in father's footsteps

There wasn't a lot for Logan Lively to do as a teenager in Mullan, Idaho. So when he was given a small metal lathe, he was eager to fix it and start tinkering. “A friend of ours was going to get rid of it,” Lively said. “But I repaired it and immediately ... Read More

Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2010

Works by artist Joan Grey Smith featured in NIC Corner Gallery exhibit

Coeur d'Alene artist Joan Grey Smith is inspired by the grass that covers the Earth, which she describes as so ordinary yet primary to the existence of the world. Her prints and pastels on this subject will be featured in an exhibit titled “Grass Roots” on ... Read More

Monday, Feb. 22, 2010

MEN'S BASKETBALL: NIC sweeps CSI on the road

The NIC Cardinal men defeated the College of Southern Idaho twice this weekend to earn a season sweep on the year. The 11th-ranked Cards defeated CSI in a hard fought 80-75 win Feb. 19. Renado Parker led NIC with 19 points and six rebounds and Michael Hale ... Read More

Monday, Feb. 22, 2010

Former NIC, Gonzaga standout to speak at NIC Booster Club luncheon

Former North Idaho College and Gonzaga University men's basketball standout Winston Brooks will be the featured speaker at the NIC Booster Club Luncheon at noon Tuesday, Feb. 23 at the Coeur d'Alene Resort Shore Lounge. Brooks was an all-conference player ... Read More

Monday, Feb. 22, 2010

Ducks find home at NIC Residence Hall

North Idaho College Residence Hall senior resident adviser Jeff Howard, from Bonners Ferry, feeds Randy and Earl, two ducks who have made a home in the landscaping just outside the main doors of the NIC Residence Hall. The students living in the hall ... Read More

Monday, Feb. 22, 2010

Fund established for family of NIC instructor

A fund has been established by coworkers of North Idaho College Biology Instructor Karen Chamberlain for her husband Dave, who needs a heart transplant. Dave, of Coeur d'Alene, underwent triple bypass surgery three years ago and recently had a pump placed ... Read More

Monday, Feb. 22, 2010

Learn more about higher education in North Idaho during event

Higher education institutions with a presence in North Idaho will present information on their programs during College Information Night from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 3 in North Idaho College's Edminster Student Union Building Lake Coeur d'Alene Room. ... Read More

Monday, Feb. 22, 2010

WOMEN'S BASKETBALL: Lady Cards lose twice on the road

After 12 days of travel covering the past 18 days, the Lady Cards took two tough loses at the College of Southern Idaho. The CSI women picked up their game at home and protected their home court by the scores of 59-53 Feb. 19 and 83-65 Feb. 20. Tugce Canitez ... Read More

Monday, Feb. 22, 2010

SOFTBALL: Cardinals sweep Western Nevada in home opener

The North Idaho College softball team opened up its first series at Memorial Field with a sweep against Western Nevada. The Cardinals won 11-0 and 11-2 on Feb. 19 followed by 9-2 and 9-0 performances on Feb. 20. In the first game, NIC jumped out to an ... Read More

Friday, Feb. 19, 2010

WRESTLING: Cardinals win 10th successive regional title

As everyone else celebrated Valentine's Day, the Cardinal wrestlers traveled to Seattle for the Region 18 tournament. The Cards brought home their 10th successive title as well as five tournament champions, one second-place finish and four fourth-place ... Read More

Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2010

NIC to offer history presentation on buffalo soldiers

Wearing the uniform of a 19th century U.S. Calvary buffalo soldier, reenactor Albert Wilkerson will present a living history performance as Sgt. Wilkie during two presentations in North Idaho. The first will be offered at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 25 at the ... Read More

Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2010

Area middle schoolers take home awards from math competition

North Idaho middle school students were presented with numerous awards during the Mathcounts regional competition Feb. 9 at North Idaho College. More than 60 students from middle schools throughout the region participated in Mathcounts, a national program ... Read More

Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2010

MEN'S BASKETBALL: Cardinals remain in first after weekend split

The Cardinals earned another road split this weekend to move to 22-4 overall and with a one game lead for first in the Scenic West Athletic Conference. The eighth-ranked Cards defeated Snow College 88-63 Feb. 12. Michael Hale led NIC with 16 points and six ... Read More

Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2010

SOFTBALL: NIC finishes 9-3 on road trip

St. George, Utah - The North Idaho College Cardinal softball team wrapped up their league opener with nine straight wins after dropping the first three games to Southern Nevada. All of the Scenic West Athletic Conference teams met in St. George to open their ... Read More

Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2010

NIC workforce training student seeks personal trainer certification

By Eli Francovich NIC journalism student and College Relations intern Garth Profitt is a soft-spoken 67-year-old. But his quiet nature isn't a sign of detachment from life. Far from it. For Profitt, who is on his third career, life is just getting ... Read More

Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2010

WOMEN'S BASKETBALL: Lady Cards split on the road

The NIC women's basketball team started their road trip with an explosive victory over Snow College 75-55. The victory opened up a one game lead over Salt Lake Community College in the Scenic West Athletic Conference standings, only to have that lead ... Read More

Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2010

NIC to sponsor uphill/downhill ski race

Finish out the ski season by participating in an uphill/downhill ski race sponsored by North Idaho College's Outdoor Pursuits beginning at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 27 at the Lookout Pass Ski and Recreation Area. Racers will test their endurance by skiing ... Read More

Friday, Feb. 12, 2010

WRESTLING: Regional tournament to be webcast

The Region 18 wrestling tournament championship finals hosted by Highline Community College Saturday, Feb. 13 will be webcast. View the championship finals beginning at approximately 4:30 p.m. at http://www.highline.edu/stuserv/athletics/media/games.htm ... Read More

Thursday, Feb. 11, 2010

NIC student selected as Rotary Student of the Month for February

Cody Lemieux was selected as February's Coeur d'Alene Rotary Club Student of the Month. Lemieux is in his last semester at North Idaho College, taking pre-civil engineering and business courses. He maintains a 3.4 GPA while also tutoring math students ... Read More

Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2010

NIC to assist people in filling out application for financial aid

North Idaho College and the Idaho State Board of Education will offer assistance on completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the standard form used by most colleges and universities to award financial aid. Financial aid experts ... Read More

Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2010

NIC to offer financial aid, scholarship information

North Idaho College financial aid advisors will present on how to access financial aid and scholarships during several one-hour presentations at NIC's outreach centers. The presentation at the NIC Bonners Ferry Center will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb ... Read More

Monday, Feb. 8, 2010

NIC head coaches to speak at NIC Booster Club luncheon

North Idaho College head coaches of in-season sports will be the featured speakers at the NIC Booster Club Luncheon at noon Tuesday, Feb. 9 at the Coeur d'Alene Outback Steakhouse, located at 1381 Northwood Center Court. The coaches will give an update of ... Read More

Monday, Feb. 8, 2010

NIC administrative assistant starts new beauty blog

When she was in her 20s, North Idaho College Health Professions and Nursing Division Senior Administrative Assistant Cindy Ingalls modeled for Dredzen Modeling Agency, doing runway fashion shows for companies such as the Bon Marche and Nordstrom. It was ... Read More

Sunday, Feb. 7, 2010

WOMEN'S BASKETBALL: Lady Cards start long road swing with two wins

The NIC women beat Colorado Northwestern and Eastern Utah 101-66 and 80-69 respectively to begin a six-game road swing over the next two weeks. Five players scored double digits in each game to lead a balanced scoring attack. Kama Griffitts' 18 first half ... Read More

Sunday, Feb. 7, 2010

MEN'S BASKETBALL: Cardinal men split on the road

The fourth-ranked NIC Cardinal men defeated Colorado Northwestern Feb. 5 73-59. Nick Fromm led the Cards with 18 points and 11 rebounds, which were both career highs. Renado Parker added 14 points and five rebounds and Idell Bell had 11 points. Freshman ... Read More

Saturday, Feb. 6, 2010

WRESTLING: Final matches of the season

Jan. 29-30, the Cards were in Wyoming for their final regular matches of the season. They defeated Western Wyoming 37-12 Friday, but fell to No. 1 Iowa Central 26-18 and fourth-ranked Northwest Wyoming 30-10 on Saturday. Although the score was not ... Read More

Friday, Feb. 5, 2010

NIC to offer history presentation on Interstate-90

Local historian Gene Soper will present a history presentation on Interstate-90 at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 16 at the Hayden Lake Public Library, located at 8385 N. Government Way in Hayden. “Interstate-90 History: Then and Now” will focus on the history of ... Read More

Thursday, Feb. 4, 2010

Workforce Training Center summer closures

The North Idaho College Workforce Training Center will close at noon Friday, May 14 on Commencement Day and will be closed Saturdays May 29 and July 3 through Sept. 4. The center will also close for the following holidays: Memorial Day May 31, Independence ... Read More

Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2010

Participants announced for the 2010 North Idaho Regional Spelling Bee

A total of 54 fourth- through eighth-graders from the five northern counties of Idaho will participate in the seventh annual North Idaho Regional Spelling Bee Saturday, March 20 at North Idaho College, the winner of which will receive an all expense-paid ... Read More

Monday, Feb. 1, 2010

NIC men's basketball player commits to Seattle University

North Idaho College men's basketball player Taylor Stevens has accepted a scholarship offer to play for new head coach Cameron Dollar at Seattle University next year. Stevens is a 6-foot-7-inch sophomore wing from Seattle. He is averaging 8.2 points per ... Read More

Monday, Feb. 1, 2010

NIC campus to close in honor of Presidents' Day

North Idaho College will be closed Monday, Feb. 15 in observance of Presidents' Day. Normal business hours, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays and 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Fridays, will resume Feb. 16. Read More

Monday, Feb. 1, 2010

NIC announces Dean's List for fall semester

North Idaho College recently rereleased its Dean's List for fall semester 2009. Students eligible for the NIC Dean's List must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 credits and obtain a grade point average of 3.75 or above. Students are listed below along with ... Read More

Sunday, Jan. 31, 2010

SOFTBALL: NIC splits

The Lady Cards softball team split in Henderson, Nevada at the Mizuno Kick–Off Classic to open their 2010 season. NIC won their opening game 4-2 against Central Arizona College after scoring four unanswered runs. The Cardinals offensive 10-hit attack was ... Read More

Friday, Jan. 29, 2010

NIC student selected as Rotary Student of the Month for January

North Idaho College student Kyle Knapp of Coeur d'Alene was selected as January's Coeur d'Alene Rotary Club Student of the Month. Knapp is a 41-year-old single father and is the first in his family to attend college. He maintains a 3.5 GPA in the NIC ... Read More

Friday, Jan. 29, 2010

NIC student wins filmmaking competition

By Eli Francovich NIC journalism student and College Relations intern For Gabrielle Lewis, making videos started as a way to overcome the boredom of living in a foreign country. “It actually started probably when I was about 12,” Lewis said. “My ... Read More

Friday, Jan. 29, 2010

Post Falls High School golfer signs with NIC

Rachel Westby, a senior at Post Falls High School, recently signed a letter of intent to play for the North Idaho College women's golf team next year. Westby shot an 88 and an 89 at the state competition in 2008. She shot a 90 and 89 at the 2009 state ... Read More

Thursday, Jan. 28, 2010

High schoolers to participate in NIC jazz clinics, annual concert features special guests

It's not uncommon for audience members to be dancing in the aisles during the North Idaho College Jazz Ensemble's performance of JazzNIC. “This annual concert is known for being high-energy with a great mix of toe-tapping tunes,” said NIC Band Director ... Read More

Thursday, Jan. 28, 2010

Final play in trilogy to be presented as NIC winter theater production

Over the past three years, audiences have grown to know and love young Moira, the title character of a trilogy of plays written and produced by former North Idaho College theater director and playwright Tim Rarick (pictured left). The final part in the ... Read More

Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2010

WRESTLING: Cardinals on the road

The wrestlers returned from break a week early to double-day practices. Then after only three days of school they left on a road trip down the west coast and four consecutive weigh-ins. “We try to hit our region opponents in one loop right after ... Read More

Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2010

WRESTLING: Last home matches of the season

Jan. 22 was a bittersweet home-season end for the cardinal wrestlers. They split their last two home duals defeating Simon Fraser, but falling to Labette. The evening began with the sophomore awards, given to PJ Reich, Celic Bell, Stevie Vasquez, and ... Read More

Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2010

NIC enrollment up more than 20 percent for spring 2010

North Idaho College posted an unprecedented 20.4 percent increase in enrollment for spring 2010 with an increase of nearly 1,000 students from last spring's enrollment of 4,860, bringing the total headcount this semester to a record 5,852. “Even though ... Read More

Tuesday, Jan. 26, 2010

Prospective students encouraged to attend NIC's First Friday

Those interested in attending North Idaho College are encouraged to attend February's First Friday campus visitation program Friday, Feb. 5. The First Friday program, held on the first Friday of every month throughout the academic year, offers prospective ... Read More

Monday, Jan. 25, 2010

Former NIC student earns prestigious photography award

When Nick Selway was young, he knew North Idaho College only as the host to the wrestling camps that he and his family would travel to each summer from their Lake Stevens, Wash., home. He never expected that someday the Coeur d'Alene community college would ... Read More

Sunday, Jan. 24, 2010

WOMEN'S BASKETBALL: Snow College slips past Cardinals

The NIC women missed a shot at the buzzer to fall to a red hot Badger team 68-67. Snow pounded the boards early and set the tone for the entire game beating NIC 38-29 on the glass. The Badgers had 10 more offensive rebounds than the Cardinals, a difference ... Read More

Sunday, Jan. 24, 2010

MEN'S BASKETBALL: NIC gets 20th win

The eighth-ranked NIC Cardinal men picked up their 20th win this season defeating Snow College 68-57. The win moves the Cardinals to 20-2 on the season and marks the third consecutive season with at least 20 wins including 22 straight regular season home ... Read More

Friday, Jan. 22, 2010

WOMEN'S BASKETBALL: Lady Cards rock No. 2 Salt Lake

The third time was a charm as the NIC women used tenacious defense to hand Salt Lake Community College its first Scenic West Athletic Conference (SWAC) loss of the season. Kama Griffitts led the Cards with 19 points including eight for eight from the free ... Read More

Friday, Jan. 22, 2010

MEN'S BASKETBALL: Bell's three pointers lead Cards

The 8th ranked Cardinal men raced to a 42- 23 halftime lead, only to see Salt Lake fight back to tie the game at 68 with 20 seconds left in the game. With the clock running down, Idell Bell stepped up and hit the game winner, which was his sixth ... Read More

Friday, Jan. 22, 2010

NIC softball coach to speak at NIC Booster Club luncheon

North Idaho College head softball coach  Don Don Williams will be the featured speaker at the NIC Booster Club Luncheon at noon Tuesday, Jan. 26 at the Coeur d'Alene Resort Shore Lounge. Williams will give a preview of the softball team's upcoming season ... Read More

Thursday, Jan. 21, 2010

University High School softball player signs with NIC

Ashley Moon, a senior at University High School in Spokane, recently signed a letter of intent to play softball at North Idaho College this season. Moon has played varsity softball at University all four years of high school. She earned All-Greater ... Read More

Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2010

NIC faculty members to exhibit work in Corner Gallery

North Idaho College instructors will have the chance to display their own artistic talents during the NIC Art Faculty Exhibit Jan. 25 through Feb. 19 in the Boswell Hall Corner Gallery. The exhibit features a wide range of two- and three-dimensional work ... Read More

Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2010

NIC Board of Trustees Meeting Notice: NIC board to attend JFAC hearing

Members of the North Idaho College Board of Trustees plan to attend legislative “Higher Education Week” events Jan. 26-27 in Boise. The schedule is as follows: Tuesday, Jan. 26 7 p.m.         Dinner with the trustees of the College of Western Idaho ... Read More

Saturday, Jan. 16, 2010

MEN'S BASKETBALL: Cardinals rally for win

The NIC Cardinals had to rally from a 15-point second half deficit to defeat the College of Eastern Utah 66-62. The win moves the Cards to 18-2 on the year and 8-2 in Scenic West Athletic Conference (SWAC) play. Idell Bell sparked the Cards second half rally ... Read More

Friday, Jan. 15, 2010

MEN'S BASKETBALL: Cardinal men win again!

The NIC Cardinal men defeated Colorado Northwestern 92-58 marking the seventh straight win and improving to 17-2 on the season and 7-2 in Scenic West Athletic Conference (SWAC) play. The win coupled with Eastern Utah's 83-77 overtime loss at the College of ... Read More

Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010

School districts throughout North Idaho to hold spelling bees

It has “bee-gun.” School districts throughout North Idaho will begin hold spelling bees this month as qualifiers to the North Idaho Regional Spelling Bee, held at North Idaho College Saturday, March 20. The winner of the regional bee will receive an ... Read More

Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2010

WOMEN'S BASKETBALL: Lady Cards continue their winning ways

After a slow start on Jan. 8, the NIC women put together a strong response to a pesky College of Southern Idaho defense and went on to win the first game of the double header 66-54. Kama Griffitts and Tugce Canitez again led the way with 16 and 18 points ... Read More

Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2010

Eleven-year-old to be the featured speaker during children's program

Eleven-year-old Zach Bonner, who has been nationally-recognized for establishing the Little Red Wagon Foundation in support of homeless children, will be the featured speaker during the 25th annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Children's Program beginning at ... Read More

Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2010

NIC Outdoor Pursuits to offer ski, snowboard film

North Idaho College's Outdoor Pursuits is hosting the Teton Gravity Research film “Re: Session” at 8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 21. The film will follow the crew of outdoor adventurists as they ski and snowboard across Italy, Poland, Colorado, Utah, Alaska and ... Read More

Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2010

NIC campus to close in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

North Idaho College will be closed Monday, Jan. 18 in honor of the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday. Normal business hours, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays and 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Fridays, will resume Jan. 19. Read More

Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2010

NIC's Idaho SBDC honored as one of top offices in the nation

In a time when the economic slump is creating news of high unemployment rates and bankrupting businesses, North Idaho College's Idaho Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is being recognized as a crucial resource in North Idaho's economic recovery. ... Read More

Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2010

NIC Wild Game Feast to feature menu of wild game delicacies

After 11 years, organizers of the North Idaho College Alumni Association Wild Game Feast realized that the menu has featured just about every type of game imaginable from ostrich to alligator to kangaroo. So this year, Chef Eddie Nelson decided to center ... Read More

Monday, Jan. 11, 2010

Space still available in several classes designed for senior citizens

North Idaho College is offering several one-credit classes designed specifically for seniors during spring semester. The cost for each class will be $30. “Guided Autobiography for Older Adults” is a 10-week class that begins Feb. 26. It is offered from 10 ... Read More

Sunday, Jan. 10, 2010

MEN'S BASKETBALL: Cardinals sweep CSI

The NIC Cardinal men defeated the College of Southern Idaho twice over the weekend to improve to 16-2 (6-2 Scenic West Athletic Conference) on the season. The win moves the Cardinals into a three way tie for first place in the SWAC with Salt Lake Community ... Read More

Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2010

Gonzaga volleyball coach to speak at NIC Booster Club luncheon

Gonzaga University head volleyball coach Dave Gantt will be the featured speaker at the North Idaho College Booster Club Luncheon at noon Tuesday, Jan. 12 at the Outback Steakhouse at 1381 Northwood Center Court in Coeur d'Alene. Gantt is entering his ... Read More

Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2010

NIC names new dean of professional, technical and workforce education

John “Mike” Mires has been selected as the new dean of professional, technical and workforce education. He started at NIC Jan. 4. “Mike brings with him a wealth of experience on professional, technical and workforce education in a community college ... Read More

Sunday, Jan. 3, 2010

MEN'S BASKETBALL: NIC men win two more over break

The third-ranked Cardinals added two more wins this past week to improve to 14-2 on the season. The Cards defeated Highline Community College 91-71 behind Michael Hale's 19 points, despite being the smallest player on the court. Hale also led both teams in ... Read More

Saturday, Jan. 2, 2010

WOMEN'S BASKETBALL: NIC wins Christmas tournament

The NIC women returned to Salem, Ore. for the Chemeketa Christmas Tournament and won the championship among eight teams. The Cards opened with a tough Columbia Basin College team that has beaten NIC twice in the last two years. Kama Griffitts got the team ... Read More

Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2009

Tickets on sale now for NIC's Wild Game Feast

Have someone on your Christmas shopping list with wild taste? Tickets are still available for the North Idaho College Alumni Association's 11th annual Wild Game Feast Saturday, Jan. 23. This year's event features a five-course meal of extraordinary wild ... Read More

Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2009

VOLLEYBALL: NIC players earn postseason awards

Several North Idaho College volleyball players recently earned National Junior College Athletic Association All-American honors for the 2009 season. Marketa Hanzlova (left), a 6-foot, 1-inch outside hitter from Liberec, Czech Republic, was named to the ... Read More

Monday, Dec. 21, 2009

NIC to close for holiday break

The North Idaho College campus will close for the holidays at noon Thursday, Dec. 24 through Jan. 1. Campus will reopen at 7:30 a.m. Monday, Jan. 4 according to its normal business hours, which are 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays and 7:30 a.m ... Read More

Monday, Dec. 21, 2009

Several NIC Silver Valley Center classes still open

Several North Idaho College Silver Valley Center classes starting in January still have space available. Computers for Seniors (CAOT 101-70) covers basic computer operation, including file management, word processing and spreadsheets using the Microsoft ... Read More

Saturday, Dec. 19, 2009

MEN'S BASKETBALL: Cardinals go into Christmas break with win

The NIC men defeated Salish Kootenai College 96-64 heading in to the holiday break. BJ Shearry led NIC with 18 points and Emeka Iweka aded 12 points and six rebounds. Steven Hodney had 12 points on four of six shooting from behind the arc and Renado Parker ... Read More

Friday, Dec. 18, 2009

NIC career services director receives award

North Idaho College Career Services Director Gail Laferriere recently received the Association for Computer-based Systems for Career Information (ACSCI) 2009 Certificate of Service. The annual award is presented to one person nationally in recognition of ... Read More

Friday, Dec. 18, 2009

NIC coaches to speak at booster club luncheon

North Idaho College women's basketball coach Chris Carlson all other in-season coaches at NIC will be the featured speakers at the North Idaho College Booster Club Luncheon at noon Tuesday, Dec. 22 at the Coeur d'Alene Resort Shore Lounge. The coaches ... Read More

Friday, Dec. 18, 2009

WRESTLING: Tri-State Wrestling Tournament to be webcast

The Tri-State Wrestling Tournament hosted by North Idaho College Friday, Dec. 18 and Saturday, Dec. 19 is being webcast by IdahoSports.com. Go to http://www.idahosports.com/ and click on the "Tri-State Tournament" link.     Read More

Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2009

WOMEN'S BASKETBALL: Lady Cards get a split on the road

The Lady Cardinals headed to Utah Dec. 11 for the second straight weekend with high hopes of knocking off the No. 2 Bruins of Salt Lake City. The Bruins had other plans and jumped on the Cardinals early taking a 20-point lead into the locker room at ... Read More

Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2009

Five students top the NIC Speech Contest

Five students topped the annual North Idaho College Fall 2009 Speech Contest, earning awards for speeches written and presented through Communications 101 classes this semester. Students were selected by their peers to represent their classes in the ... Read More

Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2009

Papers sought for NIC conference on war

A student-veteran at North Idaho College recently wrote, “It was surreal to be in a classroom with kids whose biggest concern was a parking spot when 10 days before, I was in Iraq worried about IEDs blowing up.” Stories like this were the motivating factors ... Read More

Monday, Dec. 14, 2009

Tickets on sale now for NIC Foundation's Really BIG Raffle

Need a Christmas gift idea? Consider a gift that could give back in a BIG way. Tickets are on sale now for North Idaho College Foundation's Really BIG Raffle, in which ticket holders have the chance to win more than $300,000 in prizes, including a new ... Read More

Sunday, Dec. 13, 2009

MEN'S BASKETBALL: Cardinals split on road trip

The NJCAA third ranked Cardinal men earned a tough road split to remain in the Scenic West Athletic Conference title hunt. The Cards fell 89-84 to defending National Junior College Athletic Association national champion Salt Lake Community College Dec ... Read More

Thursday, Dec. 10, 2009

Students view electric supercar in auto lab

Automotive Technology student Thomas Rusche of Coeur d'Alene (seated) and classmates Nick Rardin of Post Falls and Jordan Justice of Tensed check out a Tesla Roadster electric supercar in the automotive lab at North Idaho College. Owner Warren Fisher of ... Read More

Thursday, Dec. 10, 2009

NIC basketball games to be webcast live

The North Idaho College men's and women's doubleheader against Snow College in Ephraim, Utah Saturday, Dec. 12 will be webcast live via Yomansports.com. The women's game will be webcast live locally at 2 p.m. Pacific Time at ... Read More

Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2009

NIC to close for employee development activities

The North Idaho College campus will close Friday, Dec. 11 for employee development activities campus wide. Dec. 11 is also Curriculum Day at NIC, which means that students are not on campus for daytime classes. Classes that meet after 4 p.m. are in session ... Read More

Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2009

NIC information session to be offered in Coeur d'Alene

The public is invited to learn more about North Idaho College during an information session Tuesday, Dec. 15 in Coeur d'Alene. An NIC admissions representative will lead the “NIC at Night” session from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the Edminster Student Union ... Read More

Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2009

WRESTLING: NIC wrestlers return from Las Vegas

For the North Idaho College wrestlers, the weekend in Las Vegas was not about lights and showgirls but pride and competition. The Las Vegas Invitational is a prestigious, invitation-only tournament for the top wrestlers in the nation. Forty-five teams are ... Read More

Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2009

WRESTLING: Pack the House event Dec. 11

Wrestling fans will be admitted free with a canned food donation for local food banks during North Idaho College's Pack the House event Friday, Dec. 11. NIC's 13-time national championship wrestlers will kick off the weekend's matches at 7:30 p.m. Dec ... Read More

Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2009

NIC establishes social media presence

While social media giants such as Facebook and YouTube have been in existence for years, educational institutions and other organizations have begun to recognize the value in utilizing such mediums as communication tools. “North Idaho College maintains ... Read More

Monday, Dec. 7, 2009

MEN'S BASKETBALL: NIC suffers first loss of the season

The No. 2-ranked NIC men suffered its first defeat of the season 69-66 at the College of Eastern Utah. The loss moves the Cardinals into second place in the Scenic West Athletic Conference behind Eastern Utah. The Cards lost the rebounding battle 46-23 ... Read More

Monday, Dec. 7, 2009

NIC Foundation awards $55,000 in grants

The North Idaho College Foundation announced Monday the recipients of $55,000 in grant funds awarded this year through the NIC Foundation Grant Program, including one of the largest grants ever funded. More than $19,000 was awarded to the NIC Welding ... Read More

Monday, Dec. 7, 2009

NIC to host high school basketball invitational

North Idaho College will host the Coeur d'Alene Holiday Inn Express Invitational Dec. 28-30. The 12-team boys and girls tournament will feature regional competition between the larger northern Idaho high schools and opponents from the Inland Northwest. Teams ... Read More

Sunday, Dec. 6, 2009

WOMEN'S BASKETBALL: Cardinals win two on the road

The Cardinal women improved to 8-1 with two road wins this past weekend. Solid team defense was the story enroute to a 61-41 victory over Eastern Utah Dec. 4. Deanna Dotts continues to hit her stride as she registered her first double-double with 12 points ... Read More

Friday, Dec. 4, 2009

Former professional baseball player to speak at NIC Booster Club luncheon

Former professional baseball player Elliott “Bump” Wills will be the featured speaker at the North Idaho College Booster Club Luncheon at noon Tuesday, Dec. 8 at the Outback Steakhouse at 1381 Northwood Center Court in Coeur d'Alene. Wills played Major ... Read More

Friday, Dec. 4, 2009

NIC Art Students Pottery Sale includes ceramics made by students

Those searching for unique Christmas gifts are invited to attend the NIC Art Students' Pottery Sale from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 8 and Wednesday, Dec. 9 in the ceramics studio in Boswell Hall Room 158. Students in NIC ceramics classes created a ... Read More

Friday, Dec. 4, 2009

NIC receives Verizon Foundation grant for software in peer tutoring program

North Idaho College recently received a $6,899 grant from the Verizon Foundation for software that will track attendance and appointments in the college peer tutoring program. The grant covers the purchase of a campus-wide license for the AccuTrack data ... Read More

Friday, Dec. 4, 2009

NIC women's soccer player earns All-American honors

North Idaho College women's soccer player Brittany Cook, from Meridian, Idaho, was honored as a National Junior College Athletic Association All-American honorable mention following the 2009 season. Cook, a freshman forward, had 14 goals and one assist ... Read More

Thursday, Dec. 3, 2009

North Idaho College Board of Trustees Meeting Notice

The North Idaho College Board of Trustees will meet in executive session at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 8 in the Fort Sherman Officers' Quarters Conference Room. The purpose of the meeting falls under Idaho Code Section 67-2345(b), to consider the evaluation ... Read More

Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009

NIC Workforce Training Center offers online employee training courses

The North Idaho College Workforce Training Center has partnered with ed2go to offer local businesses and their employees hundreds of online, instructor-facilitated training courses. Through training sessions offered each month, businesses can access ... Read More

Monday, Nov. 30, 2009

MEN'S BASKETBALL: Cardinals remain undefeated

The NIC men's basketball team added two more wins this weekend in the Findlay Hyundai Classic tournament to improve to 9-0 on the season. The Cards, which are currently ranked second in the nation, defeated Central Wyoming Community College 74-67 and ... Read More

Monday, Nov. 30, 2009

WOMEN'S BASKETBALL: NIC wins two more

The Lady Cardinals completed a very successful three-game sweep over Thanksgiving weekend with a 74-57 victory over the Tetons of Williston, N.D. Nov. 28. On Friday, Nov. 27, the NIC women rallied for a 65-60 victory over the Idaho All-Stars and on ... Read More

Thursday, Nov. 26, 2009

WOMEN'S BASKETBALL: Cardinals erupt

The No. 23 Lady Cards errupted for more than 60 points in the second half and went on to beat the 7-1 Casper College Thunderbirds 91-84. After trailing by as much as 14 points in the first half, the NIC women exploded with 11 three-point baskets to open up ... Read More

Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009

Gold Cards provide seniors free admission to NIC events, classes

North Idaho College offers a special service to senior citizens that qualifies them for free admission to all NIC-sponsored events in which admission is charged. The NIC Gold Card program is free and open to all senior citizens 60 and older. Events held on ... Read More

Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009

NIC receives $1 million grant from Albertson Foundation

North Idaho College will be the recipient of a $1 million Idaho Go On grant from the J.A. and Kathryn Albertson Foundation, which announced Monday the distribution of $11 million in targeted, statewide scholarships to help Idaho improve college opportunities ... Read More

Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009

NIC Christmas concert to feature holiday sing-along

Families are encouraged to attend this year's annual holiday concert at North Idaho College Dec. 5 and 6, which will include the traditional holiday songs and the sing-along that bring the crowd to its feet each year. The “Sounds of Christmas” concert ... Read More

Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009

NIC to host Findlay Hyundai Classic tournament Nov. 27-28

North Idaho College will host an eight-team men's and women's basketball tournament Friday, Nov. 27 and Saturday Nov. 28. The schedule for the Findlay Hyundai Classic includes /modules/images/News/file/FindlayHyundai2009.pdf Admission is $5 for adults and ... Read More

Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009

NIC softball player signs with Augusta State University in Georgia

North Idaho College softball player Renae Kimbell has signed to play for Augusta State University, a Division II school in Georgia. Kimbell, a sophomore catcher from Kennewick, Wash., was named to the All-Region 18 first team and Region 18 All-Tournament ... Read More

Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009

NIC coaches and players to lead Christmas basketball camp

The North Idaho College men's basketball staff is encouraging area youth to use their Christmas break to improve their basketball skills. The Cardinal Christmas Basketball Camp Dec. 21-23 is open to boys and girls. Participants will receive instruction ... Read More

Monday, Nov. 23, 2009

Prospective students encouraged to attend NIC's First Friday

Those interested in attending North Idaho College are encouraged to attend December's First Friday campus visitation program Friday, Dec. 4. The First Friday program, held on the first Friday of every month throughout the academic year, offers prospective ... Read More

Monday, Nov. 23, 2009

NIC campus closed for Thanksgiving holiday

The North Idaho College campus will be closed Nov. 25 through Nov. 27 for the Thanksgiving holiday. NIC's Molstead Library will be closed Nov. 25 through Nov. 28 and will reopen on Sunday, Nov. 29 from 1 to 8 p.m. Regular classes will resume Monday ... Read More

Monday, Nov. 23, 2009

NIC students initiate program to bring bicycle racks to campus, community

As part of the curriculum in the North Idaho College Resort/Recreation Management program, students are tasked with planning and coordinating various events as they learn principles of recreation programs. This year's students took a very direct approach in ... Read More

Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009

WOMEN'S BASKETBALL: NIC loses on free throw

The North Idaho women's basketball team came within one play of beating the third-ranked team in the nation, Salt Lake Community College. Salt Lake sank one free throw with two seconds left to break the tie and give the Bruins a 62-61 victory. The Lady ... Read More

Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009

MEN'S BASKETBALL: NIC defeats Salt Lake

The Cardinal men faced their toughest challenge of the season so far in 12th-ranked and defending national champion Salt Lake Community College and the No. 4-ranked Cards came away with a 79-58 win. The Cardinal built a 40-24 halftime lead and never looked ... Read More

Friday, Nov. 20, 2009

WRESTLING: Success under adversity

Success under adversity was the weekend theme for the Cardinal wrestlers as they traveled back to Michigan. In three days they competed in two dual matches and two tournaments. The team spent Nov. 12 flying, stayed in a hotel then competed in two dual ... Read More

Friday, Nov. 20, 2009

MEN'S SOCCER: Former NIC standout earns Newcomer of the Year Award

NIC soccer alumnus Renatto Brito (2007-2009) was recently awarded the 2009 Newcomer of the Year Award for the Great Northwest Athletic Conference (NCAA Division II) and named to the GNAC Men's Soccer All-Star Team after an outstanding season with Northwest ... Read More

Friday, Nov. 20, 2009

WOMEN'S BASKETBALL: Cardinals win league opener

The Lady Cards poured on the offense in the second half with 63 points to run away with an 86-68 victory over the undefeated Badgers of Snow College. The Badgers held the lead most of the game until the young Cards pulled together scoring 19 straight ... Read More

Friday, Nov. 20, 2009

MEN'S BASKETBALL: Cardinal men win again

The No. 4-ranked NIC men's basketball team open up league play with a 80-53 win over the visiting Snow College. The Cards trailed 3-2 to open the game, but then took the lead and never gave it back in building a 33-17 halftime lead. BJ Shearry led the Cards ... Read More

Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009

NIC softball players, coaches to lead hitting and pitching clinics

The North Idaho College softball coaching staff and players will host a variety of clinics in December and January. Several three-session hitting clinics will be offered at the NIC Hitting Facility, located at Walnut and Seventh streets in Coeur d'Alene ... Read More

Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009

MEN'S BASKETBALL: Former Lake City basketball coach rounds out coaching staff at NIC

Former Lake City High School basketball coach Kris Knowles has joined the North Idaho College men's basketball staff this season after coaching for 11 years at Lake City. During his time at Lake City, Knowles spent two years as the head boys coach from ... Read More

Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009

SOFTBALL: NIC softball player signs with Stony Brook University in New York

North Idaho College softball player Lauren Maloney has signed to play for Stony Brook University, a Division I school in New York. Maloney, of Las Vegas, was a first team All-Region 18 selection in 2009 in addition to being named to the All-Tournament ... Read More

Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009

NIC Foundation announces new board members

The North Idaho College Foundation Board of Directors recently announced several new members appointed to the 2009-2010 board. The all-volunteer board of directors oversees the NIC Foundation, the college's private fundraising division. The multimillion ... Read More

Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009

NIC students partner with SWX on live sports productions

Students in the new digital video class at North Idaho College didn't have a lot of classroom time to learn the principles behind video production before jumping into hands-on applications this fall. “This isn't a subject matter that sinks in from a ... Read More

Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009

UI, NIC to combine for booster club meeting

The North Idaho College and University of Idaho booster clubs will combine for a joint meeting at 11:45 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24 at the Coeur d'Alene Resort Shore Lounge. University of Idaho Athletics Director Rob Spear will present on UI athletics followed ... Read More

Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009

NIC to host acoustic music event

Local musicians will perform acoustic music during the NIC Unplugged event at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20 in the Edminster Student Union Building Echo/Blue Creek Bay Room on North Idaho College's main campus. The performance will include cover songs and ... Read More

Monday, Nov. 16, 2009

MEN'S BASKETBALL: NIC remains unbeaten

The fifth-ranked NIC men's basketball team took to the road, playing in the Central Wyoming Community College tournament, and picked up two more victories to improve to 5-0 on the season. The Cardinals defeated the host team Central Wyoming 81-59 on ... Read More

Monday, Nov. 16, 2009

Area middle school students to perform with NIC Wind Symphony

More than 300 middle school students from throughout the region will perform with the North Idaho College Wind Symphony in the annual “Gathering of the Bands” concert at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18 in the Boswell Hall Schuler Performing Arts Center. This ... Read More

Friday, Nov. 13, 2009

NIC to sponsor meet and greet for veterans

North Idaho College is hosting an informal social event for all veterans of U.S. military services at noon Thursday, Nov. 19 in the Blue Creek Bay Room of NIC's Edminster Student Union Building. The event will provide veterans the opportunity to meet ... Read More

Friday, Nov. 13, 2009

NIC to present DVD by Ralph Nader on corporate commercialism

The North Idaho College chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, an international honor society for two-year colleges, will present a seminar on corporate commercialism Thursday, Nov. 19. The seminar is part of the chapter's exploration of this year's Phi Theta Kappa ... Read More

Friday, Nov. 13, 2009

NIC to present Warren Miller's ski and snowboard film ‘Dynasty'

North Idaho College's Outdoor Pursuits will present the latest winter sports film from Warren Miller Entertainment titled “Dynasty: Celebrating 60 Years of Filmmaking” at 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 22 in NIC's Boswell Hall Schuler Performing Arts Center. This ... Read More

Friday, Nov. 13, 2009

Sandpoint High School steel drum band performs at NIC

Sandpoint High School student Brita Olson shows Jenesse Heck (left) and Booker DeMoss (right) how to play the steel drums during a demonstration at North Idaho College Nov. 13. The children from the NIC Children's Center viewed the demonstration by the ... Read More

Thursday, Nov. 12, 2009

WRESTLING: NIC comes out on top over Cerritos and Highline

Nov. 6 was the first true test of Cardinal wrestling strength. However, two tough matches and two victories on the same night demonstrated their prowess as a nationally-ranked force. The Cards first match was against Cerritos, a top-ranked California ... Read More

Thursday, Nov. 12, 2009

MEN'S BASKETBALL: No. 5 NIC men's basketball team improves to 3-0

The fifth-ranked Cardinal men improved to 3-0 with an an impressive 120-46 victory over Salish Kootenai College. The Cards were led by lightning-quick freshman Michael Hale and the 19 points and six assists he contributed. Hale also added four steals. Renado ... Read More

Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2009

WOMEN'S BASKETBALL: Cards open with two wins in Wyoming

The 25th-ranked Lady Cards held off a late surge by Western Wyoming Community College on Saturday, Nov. 6 to defeat the Mustangs 53-51 and go 2-0 in the Holiday Inn Tournament in Sheridan, Wyom. On Friday, the women beat the defending Region 9 champions ... Read More

Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2009

SOFTBALL: Player signs with Adelphi University in New York

North Idaho College softball player Amanda Krier has signed to play for Adelphi University, a Division II school in New York where former NIC softball player and assistant coach Paige Smith now serves as head softball coach. Krier hit a team high .451 ... Read More

Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2009

MEN'S BASKETBALL: Bell and Parker sign with University of Idaho

Two North Idaho College men's basketball players signed to play for the University of Idaho next season. NIC head men's basketball coach Jared Phay (center) stands with returning first team All-American from Seattle, Wash., Renado Parker (left) and Idell ... Read More

Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2009

Hastings provides funds for NIC ABE/GED program

Every day, people finish their transactions at the Hastings store on Best Avenue in Coeur d'Alene and drop their leftover change into bins at the cash register. Most probably don't even know what the funds support, but their donations add up to become a ... Read More

Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009

Second class of graduates complete POST Academy at NIC

The second class of graduates from the Peace Officers Standards and Training Academy at North Idaho College recently completed their training. The 13 graduates represented the Coeur d'Alene Police Department, the Kootenai County Sheriff's Office, the Nez ... Read More

Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009

WOMEN'S SOCCER: Cardinals lose in district championship

The Cardinals were disappointed in the bid to make it back to the national tournament this year when they were beaten by Johnson County Community College 3-0. "Despite the score it was actually a pretty even match," said Cardinals Head Coach Dan Hogan. ... Read More

Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009

VOLLEYBALL: NIC loses semi-final in Region 18 Tournament

The Cardinals had a tough weekend ahead of them going into the Scenic West Athletic Conference Region 18 tournament. They had a first round bye, which after a very decisive win had another NIC vs. College of Southern Idaho match up. The match was to be an ... Read More

Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009

MEN'S BASKETBALL: Former Salish Kootenai player to be honored

Former Salish Kootenai College men's basketball player Timothy Williams will be honored at halftime of the Salish Kootenai College versus North Idaho College game at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11 in NIC's Christianson Gym. Williams, known as Tim Wolfe, was ... Read More

Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009

NIC kicks off the fall season with jazz concert

The North Idaho College Jazz Ensemble will team up with the vocal group Jazz Co. to present “Jazz on My Mind” Saturday, Nov. 14. Jazz Co. will perform pieces such as the Carl Strommen arrangement of Johnny Mandel's “The Shadow of Your Smile” and Ken ... Read More

Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009

NIC information sessions offered in Post Falls/Rathdrum

The public is invited to learn more about North Idaho College during information sessions offered in Post Falls and Rathdrum. An NIC admissions representative will lead the session from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18 at the Post Falls Public Library ... Read More

Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009

Kootenai Charities donates to NIC Foundation

Kootenai Charities, Inc. presented a $1,000 check to the North Idaho College Foundation with funds raised by the Demolition Derby at the North Idaho Fair. The funds contributed to NIC will provide two $500 scholarships, one for an academic student and one ... Read More

Friday, Nov. 6, 2009

Works by artist Morse Clary featured in NIC Corner Gallery exhibit

Artist Morse Clary views books as containers and conveyors of knowledge and information, which is represented in his unique drawings, sculptures and book forms that will be on exhibit Nov. 9 through Dec. 11 in North Idaho College's Boswell Hall Corner ... Read More

Friday, Nov. 6, 2009

Former Seattle Seahawk center to speak at NIC Booster Club luncheon

Former starting center for the Seattle Seahawks and University of Idaho standout John Yarno will be the featured speaker at the North Idaho College Booster Club Luncheon at noon Tuesday, Nov. 10 at the Outback Steakhouse at 1381 Northwood Center Court in ... Read More

Friday, Nov. 6, 2009

NIC to offer history presentation on the fur trade

Local fur trade historian Mark Weadick will present a history presentation “Fur Trade Free Hunters: Their Lives and Legacies” at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13 at the Coeur d'Alene Public Library at 702 E. Front Street in Coeur d'Alene. Weadick's presentation ... Read More

Friday, Nov. 6, 2009

Tickets on sale now for NIC's Wild Game Feast

Treat your palate to a unique feast this winter. Tickets are now on sale for the North Idaho College Alumni Association's 11th annual Wild Game Feast Saturday, Jan. 23. This year's event features a five-course meal of extraordinary wild game dishes ... Read More

Friday, Nov. 6, 2009

MEN'S BASKETBALL: Cardinal men improve to 2-0

The fifth-ranked NIC Cardinal men's basketball team rallied for a 72-59 win against the North Idaho All-Stars. The All-Star team consisted of former NIC players that were all coached by NIC head coach Jared Phay. Renado Parker once again led the Cards with ... Read More

Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009

WRESTLING: Cards fall to Boise State

After a monumental victory Oct. 30, the Cards made a short trip to West Valley High School in Spokane Oct. 31 to wrestle Boise State University. Boise is ranked ninth in the nation for Division I schools. They have also been Pac 10 champions for the past two ... Read More

Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009

NIC nursing department receives $50,000 for practical nursing training

North Idaho College's nursing department has partnered with the Idaho Department of Labor to provide practical nursing training in rural North Idaho. The Idaho Workforce Development Council recently provided $50,000 in Workforce Investment Act Funds to ... Read More

Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009

NIC student newspaper, editors win national honors

The Sentinel, North Idaho College's student-produced newspaper, won first place in Best of Show for two-year colleges at the national Associated Collegiate Press/College Media Association Convention in Austin, Texas Oct. 28 through Nov. 1. In individual ... Read More

Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009

Area high schoolers take home awards from NIC Math Contest

North Idaho high school students were presented with numerous awards during the North Idaho College math department's 28th annual Math Contest Nov. 3. High school students from Lake City High School, Coeur d'Alene High School, Coeur d'Alene Charter ... Read More

Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009

NIC students coordinate urban adventure race

Students from the North Idaho College Resort/Recreation Management program invite community members to participate in the Swervin' Urban Adventure Race beginning at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14 on NIC's main Coeur d'Alene campus. This inaugural event will ... Read More

Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009

VOLLEYBALL: Cardinals split at home

The Lady Cardinals were home this weekend for their two final home games. The Lady Cardinals faced Salt Lake Community College on Thursday, Oct. 29. Both teams came to the court ready to play hard and leave it all on the court. Salt Lake got a jump on the ... Read More

Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009

WRESTLING: NIC beats Montana State University-Northern for 600th win

After four decades of dominance, NIC reached 600 overall dual wins in its wrestling season opener Oct. 30 against Montana State University -Northern. The Cardinals' current record is 600-58-3. “We were excited to get the first match under our belt,” said ... Read More

Monday, Nov. 2, 2009

VOLLEYBALL: NIC defeats Snow heading into Reg. 18 semifinals

The NIC volleyball team defeated Snow College in Scenic West Athletic Conference play Oct. 31(25-10, 25-19, 22-25, 25-9). NIC, seeded No. 2, will face the winner of the Colorado Northwestern Community College versus College of Southern Idaho match Friday ... Read More

Saturday, Oct. 31, 2009

WRESTLING: Cardinals earn 600th win

The NIC Cardinals logged their 600th dual win with a dominant 36-6 victory over Montana State University-Northern. The Cards wrestled hard and came out on top of 8 of 10 matches. Kyle McCrite lost in overtime to Sean Costello 10-8 and Celic Bell battled ... Read More

Saturday, Oct. 31, 2009

WOMEN'S SOCCER: Cardinals win last regular season match

The Cardinal women's soccer team traveled to Spokane to face the Gonzaga University women's club team in its final regular season match. The Cards finished strong receiving their eighth win of the season on a Lauren Linford goal in the 85th minute of the ... Read More

Friday, Oct. 30, 2009

NIC to host math competition for area high schoolers

The North Idaho College Mathematics, computer Science and Engineering Division will host the 28th annual Math Contest Tuesday, Nov. 3 in the Lake Coeur d'Alene Room of Edminster Student Union Building. High school students from Idaho's five northern ... Read More

Friday, Oct. 30, 2009

Prospective students encouraged to attend NIC's First Friday

Those interested in attending North Idaho College are encouraged to attend November's First Friday campus visitation program Friday, Nov. 6. The First Friday program, held on the first Friday of every month throughout the academic year, offers prospective ... Read More

Thursday, Oct. 29, 2009

NIC to present one-man play that tributes French playwright Moliere

Nationally-acclaimed playwright Timothy Mooney will present the one-man play “Molier Than Thou” at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15 in North Idaho College's Boswell Hall Schuler Performing Arts Center. “This is a lively, energetic evening at the theater that ... Read More

Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009

NIC features comedic hypnotist during free event

Comedic hypnotist Doctor Trance will turn audience members into the stars of his hypnosis show at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 4 in the North Idaho College Edminster Student Union Building Activities Center, on the lower level of the building. Doctor Trance is ... Read More

Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009

Auditions to be held for NIC winter theater production

Auditions will be held for the North Idaho College winter theater production of “Finding Home,” a play written by local playwright and former NIC theater director Tim Rarick, at 7 p.m. Nov. 10 and 11 in Boswell Hall Room 001. Parts are available for 25 ... Read More

Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2009

NIC wrestling to kick off season Oct. 30

The North Idaho College wrestling team will kick off the 2009-2010 official season against Montana State University Northern at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30 in NIC's Christianson Gym. The Nic wrestling team is seeking the 600th win in the program's history ... Read More

Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2009

NIC men's basketball ranked fifth in NJCAA poll

The North Idaho College men's basketball team was ranked fifth in the nation by the National Junior College Athletic Association poll released Oct. 26. NIC won the Scenic West Athletic Conference last year and finished the season with a 27-4 overall ... Read More

Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2009

VOLLEYBALL: NIC wins two on the road

The Lady Cardinals were on their third road trip in a row this weekend. This time they headed to Rangely, Colo., to take on the Lady Spartans of Colorado Northern Community College. The Lady Cardinals took care of business after a long road trip and defeated ... Read More

Monday, Oct. 26, 2009

MEN'S GOLF: NIC men finsh fifth at Wildcat Invitational

The men's golf team finished off the fall season on a high note, shooting thier lowest team score of the year. The 296 score was the first score under 300 for the entire year. Ben Johnson led the way with one under par 71. Chad Smith and Paul Heiskell played ... Read More

Monday, Oct. 26, 2009

WOMEN'S GOLF: NIC women finish second at Wildcat Invitational

The women's golf team closed the fall season with a strong showing at the Wildcat Invitational. Ashley Burke set two school records with her play at the invitational. Burke shot a second round score of 79, setting the school record for lowest round. She ... Read More

Friday, Oct. 23, 2009

Real estate agent, vineyard owner to speak at NIC Booster Club luncheon

Real estate agent and vineyard owner Tom Stokes will be the featured speaker at the North Idaho College Booster Club Luncheon at noon Tuesday, Oct. 27 at the Coeur d'Alene Resort Shore Lounge. Stokes owns Marcella Terrace Vineyard in Lowden, Wash., which ... Read More

Friday, Oct. 23, 2009

Veterans may be eligible for GI Bill benefits at NIC

The recently announced Post-9/11 GI Bill could provide substantial benefits for veterans seeking education and training at North Idaho College. “The impact of this is great at North Idaho College, because many service men and women who qualify for the ... Read More

Friday, Oct. 23, 2009

NIC ISBDC regional director selected for state award

North Idaho College Idaho Small Business Development Center Regional Director Bill Jhung was recently selected as the 2009 State Star for the Idaho SBDC. “I am pleased to make this announcement and recognize Bill Jhung for extraordinary contributions to ... Read More

Friday, Oct. 23, 2009

Students, teachers participate in journalism workshop at NIC

More than 130 students and teachers from 11 regional high schools attended the annual Thrills and Skills Journalism Workshop at North Idaho College Oct. 22. Twelve sessions were presented by professionals from the Coeur d'Alene Press, Spokesman-Review and ... Read More

Friday, Oct. 23, 2009

NIC ISBDC to offer workshop on increasing sales, profit

There’s still time to enroll in North Idaho College’s Idaho Small Business Development Center workshop on “Five Steps to Improve Your Business Sales and Profit” Thursday, Oct. 29. The workshop will feature Bill Jhung, director of the Idaho Small Business ... Read More

Thursday, Oct. 22, 2009

NIC to hold annual alumni wrestling match

The North Idaho College wrestling team will kick off its home season with the Red and Gray intra-squad scrimmage at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23 in NIC's Christianson Gym. NIC wrestlers will face off against alumni from the NIC wrestling program in the annual ... Read More

Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2009

NIC to offer history presentation on Lake Coeur d'Alene

Local historian Robert Singletary will present a history presentation Lake Coeur d'Alene at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27 at the Lake City Senior Center, located at 1916 N. Lakewood Drive in Coeur d'Alene. The presentation will focus on the development of ... Read More

Monday, Oct. 19, 2009

NIC offers dual credit information for high schoolers in Bonners Ferry

All students and parents interested in North Idaho College's dual credit program known as WINGS are encouraged to attend an information session from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27 at the NIC Bonners Ferry Center, located at 6791 Main Street in Bonners Ferry ... Read More

Monday, Oct. 19, 2009

NIC offers dual credit information for high schoolers in Ponderay

All students and parents interested in North Idaho College's dual credit program known as WINGS are encouraged to attend an information session from 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 29 at the NIC Ponderay Center, located in the Bonner Mall at 300 Bonner Mall Way ... Read More

Monday, Oct. 19, 2009

NIC ambassadors provide student perspective to new, prospective students

Five new North Idaho College ambassadors will provide a fresh perspective to new and prospective NIC students this semester. The NIC ambassador program was initiated to create a core of students who could assist the NIC Admissions Office with recruitment ... Read More

Monday, Oct. 19, 2009

Kootenai Charities contributes $1,000 in Demolition Derby proceeds to NIC

Kootenai Charities, Inc. presented a $1,000 check to the North Idaho College Foundation with funds raised by the Demolition Derby at the North Idaho Fair. The funds contributed to NIC will provide two $500 scholarships, one for an academic student and one ... Read More

Monday, Oct. 19, 2009

NIC students, staff participate in Day of Service volunteer event

North Idaho College students Randy Owens of Coeur d'Alene and Dan Butts of Bonners Ferry work in Community Roots' Shared Harvest Community Garden at 10th and Foster in Coeur d'Alene. The students were participating in the first Day of Service event at ... Read More

Monday, Oct. 19, 2009

VOLLEYBALL: No. 3 NIC tops No.1 CSI

The Lady Cardinals were on the road again this weekend. This time they headed down to Twin Falls, Idaho to play the College of Southern Idaho. Both teams were pumped up and the Golden Eagles of CSI were looking for revenge after to losing to the Cardinals on ... Read More

Friday, Oct. 16, 2009

NIC students interview Idaho First Lady as part of video project

(Below) North Idaho College graphic design student Joe Ingalls of Coeur d'Alene films an interview between Idaho First Lady Lori Otter and student Emily Steigers of Hayden as part of a production the students in the video production class are creating on the ... Read More

Friday, Oct. 16, 2009

NIC presents fall theater production

The North Idaho College Theater Department's fall production opens Oct. 22 with the Shakespeare play “Measure for Measure.” The title comes from the gospel of Matthew “… with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you again.” The play is about ... Read More

Friday, Oct. 16, 2009

NIC offers dual credit information for Silver Valley high school students

All students and parents interested in North Idaho College's dual credit program known as WINGS are encouraged to attend an information session from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 20 at the NIC Silver Valley Center, located at 323 Main Street in Kellogg. NIC's ... Read More

Friday, Oct. 16, 2009

Admissions representative to present information on North Idaho College

The public is invited to learn more about North Idaho College during a free presentation Tuesday, Oct. 20. An NIC admissions representative will lead the session from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the Senior Lounge of the Lewiston Parks and Recreation Center in ... Read More

Thursday, Oct. 15, 2009

WOMEN'S SOCCER: Oct. 17 game versus Salt Lake Canceled

The North Idaho College women's soccer game against Salt Lake Community College scheduled for noon Saturday, Oct. 17 at NIC's Eisenwinter Soccer Field has been canceled due to issues involving travel costs. The game will not be rescheduled. Read More

Thursday, Oct. 15, 2009

NIC spring semester class schedule now available online

The North Idaho College spring semester class schedule for classes that begin the week of Jan. 11 is now available online at http://www.nic.edu/schedules/ . The schedule is searchable by class subject, the time classes are offered, delivery method and ... Read More

Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2009

MEN'S GOLF: Cardinals fall to Lewis-Clark State College

Lewis-Clark State College was too much for the NIC men's team to handle at the Warriors' home course. The windy and cold conditions played a large factor in the high scores. "I have never seen Quail Ridge play so difficult," NIC assitant golf coach Derrick ... Read More

Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2009

WOMEN'S GOLF: Burke and Thorud pace Lady Cardinals

The Lewis-Clark State College women were still on a hot streak coming off of their win at the North Idaho College Invitational last week. The windy and cold conditions played a large role in the high scores for the NIC women. Emily Thorud and Ashley Burke ... Read More

Monday, Oct. 12, 2009

VOLLEYBALL: Cardinals split on road trip

The Lady Cardinals were on the road this weekend for Scenic West Athletic Conference play. They first headed to Ephraim, Utah to compete against Snow College. With a decent crowd in the gym that night, Snow College was pretty pumped to play the Lady ... Read More

Sunday, Oct. 11, 2009

WOMEN'S SOCCER: NIC claims two wins on Linford's five-goal weekend

Playing at home for the first time in a month was just what Lauren Linford and the North Idaho College Cardinals needed. The Lady Cards put up 14 goals, Linford scoring five in two games and came away with two much needed wins. The Friday, Oct. 9 game ... Read More

Friday, Oct. 9, 2009

NIC men's basketball ranked 22nd by national magazine

The North Idaho College men's basketball team was recently ranked 22nd in the nation by the Sporting News Magazine. In the Sporting News poll, NIC was ranked 22nd among all two-year institutions and not just National Junior College Athletic Association ... Read More

Friday, Oct. 9, 2009

NIC choirs to preview fall season during performance

The North Idaho College Concert Choir, Madrigal Singers and Jazz Co. jazz choir will present a preview of their fall season during a performance at 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 18 at the Coeur d'Alene First Presbyterian Church, located at 521 Lakeside Ave. in Coeur ... Read More

Friday, Oct. 9, 2009

MEN'S SOCCER: Saturday, Oct. 10 game postponed

The North Idaho College men's soccer game against the Washington State University men's club team scheduled for 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10 at NIC's Eisenwinter Soccer Field has been postponed due to personnel and travel issues. Details of the new date, time ... Read More

Friday, Oct. 9, 2009

NIC Workforce Training Center to host anniversary open house

The North Idaho College Workforce Training Center is celebrating its 15th anniversary with an open house from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 15 at the center, located at 525 W. Clearwater Loop in Post Falls. Attendees will have the opportunity to tour the ... Read More

Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2009

GOLF: Lady Cardinals make mark at NIC Invitational

In the first tournament that North Idaho College has ever hosted, the Lady Cardinals were able to make a statement about their progress by finishing fifth (539) out of nine teams. This is only the fifth year of existence for women's golf and they have showed ... Read More

Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2009

Speaker to address Colombian social movements at NIC

Rafael Coicue, indigenous leader and human rights coordinator from southern Colombia, will address the war on drugs, free trade agreements and the non-violent social movements organizing for sovereignty and justice in Colombia at noon Tuesday, Oct. 13 in ... Read More

Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2009

University of Idaho dean to speak at NIC Booster Club luncheon

University of Idaho Dean of the College of Engineering Donald Blackketter will be the featured speaker at the North Idaho College Booster Club Luncheon at noon Tuesday, Oct. 13 at the Coeur d'Alene Outback Steakhouse. Blackketter was hired in 2006 to ... Read More

Saturday, Oct. 3, 2009

WOMEN'S SOCCER: Cardinals suffer second loss to ranked opponent

The NIC Cardinals gave a valiant effort to get the equalizer against third-ranked Navarro College, but it wasn't enough to overcome the 1-0 deficit. Navarro College scored 18 minutes into the first half when All-American Venicia Reid out ran the Cardinals ... Read More

Friday, Oct. 2, 2009

Lady Danville band to perform at NIC

The musical trio Lady Danville will perform at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7 in the Edminster Student Union Building Lake Coeur d'Alene Room at North Idaho College. The group comprises Michael Garner and Daniel Chang, who met at the University of ... Read More

Friday, Oct. 2, 2009

NIC Outdoor Pursuits offers environmental film festival

Outdoor enthusiasts are welcome to view a variety of environmental films during the Wild and Scenic Environmental Film Festival at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13 in the Edminster Student Union Building Lake Coeur d'Alene Room. The festival is a three-hour ... Read More

Friday, Oct. 2, 2009

VOLLEYBALL: Cardinals Dig Pink

The Lady Cardinals held a Dig Pink breast cancer awareness game on Oct. 1 against opponent College of Eastern Utah. The event raised money for the Side-Out Foundation, a non-profit organization that raises money for breast cancer research and awareness ... Read More

Friday, Oct. 2, 2009

WOMEN'S SOCCER: NIC loses in windy Cheyenne

The Lady Cardinals got off to a slow start against the ninth-ranked Laramie County Community College Eagles in Cheyenne, Wyo. The Eagles started the scoring 19 minutes into the game when Cardinal centerback Charlie Evans tried to win a ball close to ... Read More

Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2009

VOLLEYBALL: NJCAA poll ranks NIC No. 1 in the nation

The North Idaho College volleyball team (19-3) was ranked first in the nation in the latest National Junior College Athletic Association Division I volleyball poll released Sept. 29, the first time in the program's history that the Cardinal volleyball team ... Read More

Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2009

WOMEN'S GOLF: Burke medals in Cardinals win

Sandpoint product Ashley Burke had the lowest round of the day and led the Cardinals to their first victory of the year. Her solid play of 39 on the front and 41 on the back helped to set a school-low team scoring record of 342. Kayla Lloyd was second ... Read More

Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2009

MEN'S GOLF: Jensen goes low for Cardinals in victory

Jeremy Jensen continued to play well by firing a 73 at Sun Willows in a match against Whitman College and helped the Cardinals pick up their first win of the season. Jensen's consistent play allowed him to pick up the medalist honors and lead the team to a ... Read More

Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2009

VOLLEYBALL: Cardinals fight off CSI on the road

The Lady Cardinals opened up Scenic West Athletic Conference (SWAC) play against long time rival College of Southern Idaho on Sept. 26. Both teams were pumped up and ready to get conference play going. The Cards battled through the first two games (25-18 ... Read More

Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2009

WOMEN'S SOCCER: Cook lights up Bruins

Brittany Cook led North Idaho College to a 3-0 win over the Salt Lake Commuinity College Bruins on Sept. 27 in Salt Lake City, Utah. The first goal occurred midway through the first half when Whitney Gerleman hit a long diagonal ball from the left side of ... Read More

Thursday, Sept. 24, 2009

North Idaho College Board of Trustees Meeting Notice

The North Idaho College Board of Trustees will meet in executive session at 2 p.m. Monday, Sept. 28 in the Sherman Administration Building President's Conference Room. The purpose of the meeting falls under Idaho Code Section 67-2345(c), to conduct ... Read More

Thursday, Sept. 24, 2009

NIC to pack the house for volleyball game

North Idaho College will Pack the House during a special event Saturday, Sept. 26 as NIC takes on conference rival College of Southern Idaho at 3 p.m. in Christianson Gym. NIC is currently ranked No. 2 in the nation. CSI is ranked No. 1. Two-time ... Read More

Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2009

VOLLEYBALL: Cardinals finish strong

The Lady Cardinals started off a little rocky this weekend at the Star Corporation College of Southern Idaho Invitational. They opened up against Salt Lake Community College on Sept. 19 after barely making it on time to play. Salt Lake pulled ahead two games ... Read More

Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2009

WOMEN'S SOCCER: Cardinals Undefeated on Portland Road Trip

The Cardinals Women's Soccer Team finished with one tie and one win in a recent road trip to Portland. In the first game NIC played the Clackamas CC Cougars to a 0 - 0 tie. The action was fast paced as the game was played on a synthetic surface and Cardinal ... Read More

Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2009

SOFTBALL: NIC softball to kick off fall scrimmages

The 2009-2010 Cardinal softball team is set to open its fall schedule on Saturday, Sept. 19 in a doubleheader at 1 p.m. at Memorial Field. NIC opens against former players who return to make up an all-alumni team. The Alumni Game has been the traditional fall ... Read More

Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2009

MEN'S GOLF: Improved Cards fall to Whitworth

In the first event of the season, the new and improved Cards posted a team score of 303. But, it was not enough to hold off the Pirates of Whitworth University, who shot a 296. Jeremy Jensen from Havre, Mont., led all of the Cardinals with a one over par ... Read More

Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2009

WOMEN'S GOLF: NIC women edged in playoff

A sudden death playoff went in favor of Whitworth University in the first match of the season for the Cardinals. When all of the scores were added up, both teams had posted team scores of 344, so the top four women from each team replayed the first hole ... Read More

Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2009

VOLLEYBALL: Olympic volleyball player to sign autographs at NIC match

Two-time Olympic volleyball player Tayyiba Haneef-Park will sign autographs at tonight's NIC volleyball game against the Spokane All-Stars at 7 p.m. in Christianson Gym. The 6-foot-7-inch Haneef-Park made her second Olympic appearance at the Summer ... Read More

Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2009

NIC realtor program plays role in housing industry recovery

When the housing market experienced a boom in the 1990s through the early millennium, the North Idaho College Workforce Training Center was looking at creative ways to admit the record numbers of students enrolling in the real estate program. Enrollment ... Read More

Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2009

NIC to host golf tournament in honor of longtime coach Rolly Williams

North Idaho College will host the third annual Rolly Williams Golf Classic tournament, honoring longtime basketball coach Rolly Williams, Friday, Oct. 2. The four-person scramble will begin with lunch at noon and a 1 p.m. shotgun start at Avondale Golf ... Read More

Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2009

Prospective students encouraged to attend NIC's First Friday

Those interested in attending North Idaho College are encouraged to attend October's First Friday campus visitation program Friday, Oct. 2. The First Friday program, held on the first Friday of every month throughout the academic year, offers prospective ... Read More

Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2009

NIC orientation program helps increase retention

Since North Idaho College implemented the Orientation, Advising and Registration Sessions (OARS) program in 2005, retention numbers have increased about 7 percent. But retention is only a byproduct of the true success of the program, which Assistant Dean ... Read More

Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2009

Works by artist Elaine Green featured in NIC Corner Gallery exhibit

Artist Elaine Green views art as her way of looking at the world and then “re-presenting” it. She does this by using her charcoal drawings to call viewers' attention to something very ordinary. “But through various techniques of framing, shading ... Read More

Monday, Sept. 21, 2009

Cardinal Athletics Showcase includes highlights, previews of NIC sports

North Idaho College's current and upcoming athletics seasons will be featured during the 2009-2010 Cardinal Athletics Showcase at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 29 at the Coeur d'Alene Resort. The first-ever event will include NIC's award-winning coaches and ... Read More

Monday, Sept. 21, 2009

NIC to offer class for women in transition

Women who are experiencing a major change in their lives are encouraged to participate in the three-week “Opportunities” class offered through North Idaho College's Center for New Directions. The class will be offered from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday ... Read More

Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2009

Ultra-Lawn thriving with help of NIC Idaho SBDC

David and Linda Gibson know exactly what their customers want their yards to look like—because they want a beautiful, healthy yard too. “Our business is unique because it's personal,” Linda said. “We're North Idaho locals who live, work and play here ... Read More

Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2009

Carillon chimes once again ring across campus

The carillon at North Idaho College has resounded across the campus for more than 20 years, serving as a symbol of the collegiate atmosphere and warning students of the hour as they rushed to class. With the right cloud cover, the chimes have been ... Read More

Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2009

Students learn on state-of-the-art technology in NIC outdoor power program

In an outdoor enthusiast's haven, the Northwest has many job opportunities for those trained to maintain motorcycles and all-terrain vehicles. North Idaho College's Outdoor Power/Recreational Vehicle program has been popular since it began in 2004 and is ... Read More

Monday, Sept. 14, 2009

WOMEN'S SOCCER: NIC split on the road

The NIC women's soccer team found playing at the higher altitude of Rock Springs, Wyo., a challenge, but they still managed to beat host Western Wyoming Community College (WWCC) Mustangs 1-0 on Saturday, Sept. 12. It took a half for the Cardinals to find ... Read More

Monday, Sept. 14, 2009

VOLLEYBALL: NIC ranked No. 2 in the nation

The North Idaho College volleyball team (14-2) was ranked second in the nation in the latest  National Junior College Athletic Association Division I volleyball poll released Sept. 9, the second time in the program's history that the Cardinal volleyball team ... Read More

Monday, Sept. 14, 2009

MEN'S BASKETBALL: Two players commit to the University of Idaho

Two North Idaho College men's basketball players have committed to playing for the University of Idaho following the 2009-2010 season. Renado Parker, a 6-foot-6-inch, 240-pound forward from Seattle, Wash., was the player of the year in the Scenic West ... Read More

Friday, Sept. 11, 2009

Comedian Ronnie Jordan to perform at NIC

Atlanta-based comedian Ronnie Jordan will perform at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 16 in North Idaho College's Edminster Student Union Building Activities Center. Jordan is a regular at the Punchline Comedy Club in Atlanta and has been featured on TV's Comic ... Read More

Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2009

VOLLEYBALL: Cardinals take title in Salt Lake City

The NIC volleyball team went to the Salt Lake Invitational looking to improve its record and test its ability. Three of the top five teams in the country were there including No. 2 Western Nebraska, No. 3 Missouri State University-West Plains, and No. 5 Salt ... Read More

Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2009

NIC enrollment up more than 16 percent for fall 2009

North Idaho College posted a 16.5 percent increase in enrollment for fall 2009 with an increase of 803 students from last year's enrollment of 4,856, bringing the total headcount this year to a record 5,659. “Like other community colleges across the ... Read More

Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2009

WOMEN'S SOCCER: Cardinal women struggle to score

The Cardinal women had two games at home Sept. 5-7 during the Cardinal Classic and could only manage one goal in those two games. The game on Saturday, Sept. 5 pitted NIC against the Laramie County Community College Eagles, who were ranked No. 10 in the ... Read More

Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2009

NIC women's basketball team earns academic honors

The North Idaho College women's basketball team has earned National Junior College Athletic Association Academic All-American honors for the fifth straight year for earning a team GPA of more than 3.0. The Lady Cardinals finished with a 3.159 GPA ... Read More

Friday, Sept. 4, 2009

NIC campus to close for Labor Day

North Idaho College will be closed Monday, Sept. 7 in honor of Labor Day. Normal college business hours, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays and 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Fridays, will resume Sept. 8. Read More

Friday, Sept. 4, 2009

Men's soccer coach to speak at NIC Booster Club luncheon

North Idaho College head men's soccer coach Scott Moorcroft will be the featured speaker at the NIC Booster Club Luncheon at noon Tuesday, Sept. 8 at the Coeur d'Alene Outback Steakhouse. Moorcroft and several players on the NIC men's soccer team will ... Read More

Thursday, Sept. 3, 2009

Men's and women's soccer tournament Sept. 5-7

North Idaho College will host the Cardinal Classic soccer tournament Sept. 5-7 at NIC. Click here for the tournament program and schedule: http://www.nic.edu/athletics/cardinalClassicSoccerProgram.pdf   Read More

Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2009

NIC Bonners Ferry Center to offer QuickBooks class

The North Idaho College Bonners Ferry Center is offering a class this fall for individuals hoping to learn the QuickBooks application. QuickBooks 2009 for New Users will be offered in 10 sessions from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday and Wednesday evenings Oct. 5 ... Read More

Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2009

Lake Coeur d'Alene cruise to benefit NIC athletics

The North Idaho College Booster Club is kicking off the 2009-2010 athletics season with a sunset cruise on Lake Coeur d'Alene from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 9. Let's Go Cruisin' will include refreshments and a chance to meet this season's ... Read More

Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2009

MEN'S SOCCER: Cardinals win season opener 4-0

Jose Ballesteros  scored his first collegiate goal eight minutes into NIC's opener and the Cardinals cruised to a 4-0 victory over visiting Western Wyoming Community College. Ballesteros blasted a left-footed shot from 20 yards out into the upper right ... Read More

Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2009

Sentinel wins national honors

The North Idaho College student newspaper the Sentinel recently earned second in the nation in General Excellence at the Society for Professional Journalists national conference in Indianapolis. The Sentinel placed among all-non-daily newspapers in the ... Read More

Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2009

NIC to hold info session for radiography technology program

North Idaho College will hold an information session guiding prospective students through the admissions process for the radiography technology program at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 8 in the Meyer Health and Sciences Building Room 102. Students will be ... Read More

Monday, Aug. 31, 2009

16-year-old wins text messaging contest at North Idaho Fair

Hammond Bradford, 16, of Coeur d'Alene, is not only fast at texting, he's also accurate and knows where to find symbols on his phone keyboard. Hammond cruised to the 19 and younger age group title Saturday, Aug. 29 and then easily won the grand championship ... Read More

Monday, Aug. 31, 2009

VOLLEYBALL: NIC successful in first preseason tournament

Twin Falls, Idaho - The first preseason tournament went well for the eighth-ranked Lady Cardinals. Finishing the tournament with a record of 4-1, only losing to 14th-ranked College of Southern Idaho on Saturday, Aug. 29. The Cardinals opened up with a ... Read More

Monday, Aug. 31, 2009

WOMEN'S SOCCER: Cardinals tie on the road

The NIC Cardinals went to the coast of Washington this past weekend to get their schedule started. The first match took place on Friday, Aug. 28 in Olympia, Wash., against Evergreen State College  (ESC). The Geoducks jumped on the Cardinals early leading 2-0 ... Read More

Friday, Aug. 28, 2009

NIC prepares for possible spread of flu this fall

Summers in higher education are often spent looking to the year ahead. And while North Idaho College officials were planning for the start of fall semester, they were also preparing for the upcoming flu season and a possible reemergence of H1N1 Influenza. ... Read More

Friday, Aug. 21, 2009

Four-legged resident happy to see students return to NIC Residence Hall

Most people who work on a college campus are excited for fall—when students return to campus, infusing it with new energy and enthusiasm. But no one is happier than Harrison. “He's really excited,” said North Idaho College resident assistant Frances ... Read More

Thursday, Aug. 20, 2009

Coaches to speak at NIC Booster Club luncheon

North Idaho College coaches will be the featured speakers at the NIC Booster Club Luncheon at noon Tuesday, Aug. 25 at the Coeur d'Alene Resort Shore Lounge. NIC coaches will provide an update on the upcoming 2009-2010 season. The public is welcome to ... Read More

Thursday, Aug. 20, 2009

Spike and Hammer to perform magic/comedy show at NIC

The comedy and magic duo Spike and Hammer will perform at North Idaho College at 8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 26 in the Edminster Student Union Building Activities Center. Spike and Hammer have performed in Las Vegas's MGM Grand and Mandalay Bay Resort hotels ... Read More

Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2009

NIC resident advisers volunteer for Habitat for Humanity

The North Idaho College resident advisers participated in a volunteer project through Habitat for Humanity as part of their annual staff training project. The Habitat for Humanity house in Bonners Ferry was designed by a former NIC resident adviser Ray ... Read More

Monday, Aug. 17, 2009

NIC's Outdoor Pursuits encourages climbing community to give back

Swimmers, hikers and just casual visitors enjoy the beauty of Post Falls's Q'emiln Riverside Park every day. But only a few have overlooked the park from hundreds of feet in the air while clinging to the granite walls of the park's climbing area. Todd ... Read More

Monday, Aug. 17, 2009

NIC Alumni Association honors outstanding alumni

The North Idaho College Alumni Association recently named this year's outstanding alumni award recipients. Alumnus Tom Daugherty was chosen to receive the 2009 Alumni of the Year Award for his continued commitment to both the college and the local ... Read More

Thursday, Aug. 13, 2009

NIC students win honors at biomedical research conference

Three North Idaho College science students won first place in the student choice division of the eighth annual Idaho Idea Network of Biomedical Research Excellence (INBRE) research conference in Boise Aug. 3-5. NIC students Brianna Melendreras of Post ... Read More

Thursday, Aug. 13, 2009

Auditions to be held for NIC fall theater production

Auditions will be held for the North Idaho College fall theater production of William Shakespeare's “Measure for Measure” from 7 to 9 p.m. Sept. 1 and 2 in NIC's Boswell Hall Schuler Performing Arts Center. Parts are available for 16 to 19 men who can ... Read More

Thursday, Aug. 13, 2009

Community members encouraged to join NIC choirs

Community members are welcome to audition for North Idaho College's choirs. Auditions for Jazz Co., the college's vocal jazz ensemble, will be from 7 to 9 p.m. Mondays Aug. 24 and 31 in Boswell Hall Room 128. The group specializes in vocal music from the ... Read More

Thursday, Aug. 13, 2009

NIC to hold nursing admission information sessions

Pre-nursing students who are ready to apply for admission to the associate's degree nursing program at North Idaho College are encouraged to attend one of several information sessions held this fall. The one-hour sessions will be held at: 3 p.m ... Read More

Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2009

NIC offers dual credit information for students

All students and parents who are interested in North Idaho College's dual credit program known as WINGS are encouraged to attend an information session from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20. The information session will be held in NIC's Edminster Student ... Read More

Monday, Aug. 10, 2009

NIC's noncredit side develops workforce during economic downturn

While a slumping economy drives students through the doors of community college credit programs, economic downturns typically have the opposite effect on noncredit programs that involve workforce training. “Non-credit programs tend to be on the other end ... Read More

Thursday, Aug. 6, 2009

Dolezal to speak at NIC Booster Club luncheon

Human Rights Education Institute (HREI) Curator and Director of Education Rachel Dolezal will be the featured speaker at the NIC Booster Club Luncheon at noon Tuesday, Aug. 11 at the Outback Steakhouse in Coeur d'Alene. Dolezal will talk about the HREI's ... Read More

Monday, July 27, 2009

Bagpipers return to NIC

Aaron Dill from Emmett, Idaho (left) and Matthew Rubin from Minden, Nev., (right) practice bagpipe music on the North Idaho College campus through the 38th annual Coeur d'Alene Summer School of Piping and Drumming. The camp participants stay in the NIC ... Read More

Monday, July 27, 2009

NIC coaches to speak at NIC Booster Club luncheon

Coaches from North Idaho College's athletics programs will be the featured speakers at the NIC Booster Club Luncheon at noon Tuesday, July 28 at the Coeur d'Alene Resort Shore Lounge. Coaches from each sport will provide an update on their programs. NIC's ... Read More

Thursday, July 23, 2009

NIC Foundation finalizes purchase of mill site

The North Idaho College Foundation finalized the purchase of the mill site Thursday, July 23 for the total purchase price of $10 million. The NIC Foundation, an independent nonprofit organization, secured financing through Mountain West Bank for the ... Read More

Wednesday, July 22, 2009

NIC board authorizes purchase agreement with foundation

The North Idaho College Board of Trustees approved a resolution authorizing execution of an annually renewable lease agreement with the NIC Foundation for the 17-acre parcel of land adjacent to the college during a special meeting of the board July 21. In ... Read More

Wednesday, July 22, 2009

Welcome home Garrett family: Really BIG Raffle winners tour home

Rob and Jan Garrett pictured with their grandson Brenden Garrett in front of the new home they won through the 2009 North Idaho College Foundation's Really BIG Raffle. North Idaho College is a part of the Garretts' history, as they both attended NIC in ... Read More

Tuesday, July 21, 2009

NIC softball player signs with Southern Oregon University

North Idaho College softball player Karri Johnson, a starting pitcher for the Cardinals for the past two years, has signed to play at Southern Oregon University in Ashland. Johnson, from British Columbia, helped lead the 2009 Cardinal softball team to a ... Read More

Tuesday, July 21, 2009

Beta Sigma Phi contributes to NIC scholarship fund

With proceeds from their annual holiday gift wrap booth at the Silver Lake Mall, several local Beta Sigma Phi chapters recently contributed $700 to the Beta Sigma Phi Scholarship established through the North Idaho College Foundation. NIC student Whitney ... Read More

Monday, July 20, 2009

Former NIC baseball player plays on MLB All-Star team

Former North Idaho College baseball player Jason Bay earned a start for the American League Major League Baseball All-Star team on Tuesday, July 14. This was the third All-Star game for Bay and his first start. The American League won for the 12th time in ... Read More

Monday, July 20, 2009

Seeing eye to eye: NIC student awarded fellowship to study zebrafish, fetal alcohol syndrome

By Christina Lords, INBRE intern Bryne Rush wants to see her zebrafish specimens eye to eye. Rush, a North Idaho College student studying molecular biology, is researching how ethanol, a type of alcohol, affects the development of the eye in ... Read More

Monday, July 13, 2009

NIC Workforce Training Center enrollment up 8.9 percent

North Idaho College's  Workforce Training Center posted an 8.9 percent increase in enrollment for fiscal year 2009. Unduplicated enrollment, which is the total headcount of people taking classes at the Workforce Training Center, is up this year to 8,272 from ... Read More

Thursday, July 9, 2009

Former assistant coach to speak at NIC Booster Club luncheon

Former North Idaho College women's basketball assistant coach Aubree (Johnson) Chestnut will be the featured speaker at the NIC Booster Club Luncheon at noon Tuesday, July 14 at the Coeur d'Alene Outback Steakhouse. Chestnut was a women's basketball ... Read More

Wednesday, July 8, 2009

NIC retirees honored for outstanding service

Six North Idaho College employees with more than 175 years of combined service were honored for their dedication and service to NIC at the 2009 Retiree Recognition Reception July 7. The following are NIC's 2009 retirees. Education and Sociology ... Read More

Wednesday, July 8, 2009

Post Falls couple wins $300,000 grand prize house in NIC raffle

Thousands of ticket holders sat in lawn chairs on the grounds of North Idaho College Wednesday night hoping to become winners in the NIC Foundation's Really BIG Raffle drawing. Cash and prizes totaling more than $335,000 were given away at the 16th annual ... Read More

Tuesday, July 7, 2009

NIC enrollment up 22 percent during summer session

North Idaho College experienced a 22.12 percent increase in enrollment during summer session 2009. Total headcount was up from 1,058 in the summer of 2008 to a record 1,292 this summer. The full-time equivalency (credit hour production) was up even more ... Read More

Tuesday, July 7, 2009

NIC offers volleyball coaching clinic

North Idaho College will offer a summer clinic for high school, junior high and club volleyball coaches from 3 to 9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 7 and 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8 in NIC's Christianson Gym. The Volleyball Coaching Clinic will be led by ... Read More

Monday, July 6, 2009

NIC Foundation's Really BIG Raffle sells out

The North Idaho College Foundation's Really BIG Raffle has sold out for the 16th year in a row, despite a slow start due to the current economic climate. The last of the raffle's 5,000 tickets were sold late July 3. “We are so proud to be part of a ... Read More

Monday, July 6, 2009

2009 Adventure Race results announced

NIChallenge 2009 Adventure Race Results: Short Course: Two–person Male Mancation, 4:16 Marmot A Go Go, 7:05 Two-person Coed Tri-Umph, 5:50 Two-person Female Magpies, did not finish Four-person Male Local Waters, 4:13 ... Read More

Thursday, July 2, 2009

NIC campus to close in honor of Independence Day

North Idaho College will be closed Friday, July 3 in honor of Independence Day. Normal business hours, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays and 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Fridays, will resume Monday, July 6. Read More

Thursday, July 2, 2009

NIC to sponsor beach volleyball tournament

North Idaho College will host a two-on-two beach volleyball tournament Sunday, July 19. The Hot Foot Beach Volleyball Tournament will begin at 9 a.m. at the sand volleyball courts on NIC's Yap-Keehn-Um Beach. The tournament is open to adults and will ... Read More