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College of Eastern Idaho’s Peace Officer Training Program Gains State Approval

Friday . March 14, 2025

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho — College of Eastern Idaho (CEI) is proud to announce the official approval of its Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) program, a major milestone that will bring vital law enforcement training to eastern Idaho. The program, unanimously approved by the state, will provide local, high-quality training for

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INL Projections Point to Continued Growth, High Demand for Top Talent

Thursday . March 09, 2023

 Idaho National Laboratory is projecting significant growth as the lab remains at the forefront of scientific innovation and technology.

“The lab is achieving breakthroughs that will make the world safer, cleaner and more secure for future generations,” INL Director John Wagner said. “With increased support for our clean energy and national security missions, it is critically important that we have the workforce…

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KIFI/KIDK

Finding Hope – Climbing From Addiction to Achievement

Thursday . March 02, 2023

Idaho Falls, Idaho – On Wednesday, the College of Eastern Idaho will host Stephanie Taylor-Thompson to share her story of falling to addiction and overcoming through achievement.

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Trustee Miller Tenders Resignation from CEI Board of Trustees

Wednesday . March 01, 2023

Idaho Falls, Idaho — College of Eastern Idaho (CEI) Board of Trustees announced the resignation of Trustee Craig Miller at the regular meeting held Tuesday, February 28th. His resignation is effective March 1, 2023.

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Idaho's Higher Ed Leaders Participate in Cybersecurity Exercise

Friday . February 17, 2023

Idaho’s Higher Ed Leaders Participate in Cybersecurity Exercise
Event Simulates Challenges, Responses in Cyber Attack Module


Boise, Idaho – Higher education leaders from across Idaho recently gathered to
learn about the cybersecurity threat landscape in higher education and study
simple steps school leaders can take to measurably reduce their cyber risk and
protect students and faculty.

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KIFI/KIDK

CEI sees continued growth at start of 2023 (KIFI)

Wednesday . February 08, 2023

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho — As College of Eastern Idaho (CEI) wraps up the second week of the semester, CEI continues to buck the national trend of enrollment declines, instead announcing a 4.7% increase in credit student enrollment over spring 2022.

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Campus news items: Research alliance will focus on regional economic growth

Monday . February 06, 2023

Kevin Richert 02/06/2023

Idaho’s three universities have formed a research alliance designed to foster economic growth in the region.

The Mountains and Plains University Innovation Alliance hopes to support industry and high-tech innovation in Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wyoming.

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Idaho Ed News

Boise State, CEI Forge Cybersecurity Program Partnership

Monday . February 06, 2023

Idaho’s three universities have formed a research alliance designed to foster economic growth in the region.

The Mountains and Plains University Innovation Alliance hopes to support industry and high-tech innovation in Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wyoming.

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Post Register

Ucon 4th Grade Class Gets Involved, Pushes for State Dinosaur Designation

Thursday . February 02, 2023

Ucon 4th grade class gets involved, pushes for state dinosaur designation
By Ileana Hunter, Post Register | Published February 25, 2023 and Updated March 13, 2023

From the mountain bluebird to the huckleberry, syringa, monarch butterfly and even the giant
salamander, the state of Idaho has chosen several different emblems or symbols that set the state apart
from the rest.

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CEI serves east Idaho as a source of pride

Saturday . January 28, 2023

How does a livestock producer from a small town in east Idaho who didn’t graduate
from college become an advocate for education statewide? Well, that requires some
background. My wife and I attended college on scholarships. From my early childhood, I
knew I wanted to be in the livestock business. My dad was my mentor and a very good
one. After our marriage, we started a family right away, and life got in the way of more…

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Post Register

CEI Serves East Idaho as a Source of Pride

Saturday . January 28, 2023

How does a livestock producer from a small town in east Idaho who didn’t graduate
from college become an advocate for education statewide? Well, that requires some
background. My wife and I attended college on scholarships. From my early childhood, I
knew I wanted to be in the livestock business. My dad was my mentor and a very good
one. After our marriage, we started a family right away, and life got in the way of more…

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