NIC pumps $273 million into local economy, fuels nearly 4,000 jobs
Posted: Wed, Jun 25, 2025North Idaho College added $273.2 million to the local economy — equivalent to supporting 3,992 jobs — in fiscal year 2023-24, according to an economic impact study to be presented at the June 25 NIC Board of Trustees meeting.
Paint the town (and yourself): NIC Color Fun Run coming August 23
Posted: Wed, Jun 18, 2025North Idaho College will host its inaugural NIC Color Fun Run on Saturday, Aug. 23.
NIC announces Dean’s List for Spring Semester
Posted: Tue, Jun 17, 2025North Idaho College recently announced its Dean’s List for Spring Semester 2025. 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.
NIC launches culinary apprenticeship program
Posted: Thu, Jun 12, 2025North Idaho College is accepting applications for its new Culinary Arts Sous Chef Apprenticeship, a selective program designed to meet local labor needs and open doors for traditionally underserved populations, including young adults, veterans and those looking for a career change.
NIC literary magazine hosting launch party May 6
Posted: Tue, May 6, 2025North Idaho College’s student-run literary magazine the Trestle Creek Review is hosting a launch party at noon, Tuesday, May 6 on the lawn between the Eisenwinter Soccer Field and Boswell Hall on NIC’s Coeur d’Alene campus.
NIC Spring Choral Concert May 6
Posted: Tue, Apr 29, 2025The North Idaho College Music Department will perform the Spring Choral Concert at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 6 at the Boswell Hall Schuler Performing Arts Center on NIC’s Coeur d’Alene Campus.
NIC graphic design students’ portfolio show Friday; Four earn awards at advertising gala
Posted: Tue, Apr 29, 2025North Idaho College Graphic and Web Design students graduating in May will host the Next Level Portfolio Show from 5-8 p.m. on Friday, May 2, in McLain Hall at NIC’s Coeur d’Alene campus.
NIC hosting Arbor Day event April 26
Posted: Thu, Apr 17, 2025North Idaho College is hosting its ninth annual Arbor Day event at noon Saturday, April 26, in the Molstead Library parking lot at NIC’s Coeur d’Alene campus.
NIC autobody students shine at state competition
Posted: Thu, Apr 10, 2025Nine North Idaho College students showcased their skills at the SkillsUSA Autobody and Collision Repair competition, held April 8 and 9 at the College of Western Idaho’s Micron Building in Nampa.
NIC student’s poster design chosen to represent The Festival at Sandpoint
Posted: Wed, Apr 2, 2025Gracie Duncan’s poster entry for The Festival at Sandpoint sailed to the top.
NIC participating in annual Get Lit! Festival
Posted: Thu, Mar 27, 2025North Idaho College will host book readings with published authors on April 10 and 11 as part of Eastern Washington University’s annual literary Get Lit! Festival.
Buddhist nuns to speak at North Idaho College
Posted: Mon, Mar 24, 2025North Idaho College will host seminars with Buddhist nuns on exploring kindness on April 8 and 9 at NIC’s Coeur d’Alene campus.
NIC settles Rumpler lawsuit
Posted: Fri, Mar 21, 2025The North Idaho College Board of Trustees signed a settlement agreement Feb. 26 resolving Rumpler v. NIC, a federal lawsuit.
NIC Workforce Training launches logging apprenticeship program
Posted: Mon, Mar 17, 2025Pending expansion of domestic timber production driving need for skilled loggers
NIC to host American Indian Heritage Week March 24-28 [updated 14 March 2025]
Posted: Wed, Mar 12, 2025North Idaho College will celebrate American Indian Heritage Week, events that highlight the culture and history of Native peoples, Monday, March 24, through Friday, March 28.
NIC students’ marketing package chosen to benefit special needs nonprofit
Posted: Fri, Mar 7, 2025A nonprofit that provides health, hope and happiness for those with special needs through equine-assisted services is reaping the benefits of the creativity of North Idaho College graphic and web design students.
NIC taken off Show Cause
Posted: Wed, Feb 26, 2025North Idaho College received notification Monday, Feb. 24 that its accreditor, the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU), has reduced a show cause sanction the accrediting agency imposed on NIC in 2022 and granted the college a one-year extension to bring a few remaining issues into compliance.
NIC hosting Women at Work event March 5
Posted: Tue, Feb 18, 2025North Idaho College will host its annual Women at Work event from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 5 at the NIC Parker Technical Education Center in Rathdrum.
NIC awards $4,000 in scholarships to top spellers
Posted: Fri, Feb 14, 2025The top three spellers at the Inland Northwest Spelling Bee were awarded a total of $4,000 by the North Idaho College Foundation Saturday, Feb. 8.
NIC Surgical Technology program named best in Idaho
Posted: Mon, Feb 3, 2025North Idaho College was named the number one college in Idaho for surgical technology by College Factual, a website focused on helping students find the college that best fits their needs.
NIC announces Dean’s List for Fall Semester
Posted: Thu, Jan 23, 2025North Idaho College recently announced its Dean’s List for Fall Semester 2024. 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.
Safety Fest Feb. 19-21 at NIC Workforce Training Center
Posted: Wed, Jan 22, 2025Registration open for 80-plus free safety classes
Keeping Idaho Miners Out of Harm’s Way
Posted: Wed, Jan 8, 2025Miner Safety a Priority at NIC Workforce Training Center