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CEI Instructor Asks Students to List Examples of White, Male Privilege in ‘Privileges Activity’

Monday . September 28, 2020

Idaho Falls — A College of Eastern Idaho instructor told students to complete an assignment that is now getting national attention — and not for good reasons.

Students were instructed to identify privileges specific to “men, Caucasian and members of the majority religion” — The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints — in eastern Idaho, in a “Privileges Activity” …

CEI Starts Fall Semester With On-Campus and Online Options

Tuesday . August 25, 2020

Idaho Falls, Idaho  — The College of Eastern Idaho started its fall 2020 semester Monday. The college has prepared to host approximately one-third of classes in-person and two-thirds with online learning.

"We’ve had to get creative." CEI Preparing to Start Fall Semester (EIN)

Friday . August 21, 2020

Idaho Falls — College of Eastern Idaho is preparing to welcome students back for the fall semester by providing both in-person and online learning options during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The fall 2020 semester for CEI begins Aug. 24. Approximately one-third of the classes will be taught in-person on campus and two-thirds will be through online learning.

Jennifer Lopez Has Accepted the WTCE Program Manager of Cyber, Technology, and STEM Position at College of Eastern Idaho

Thursday . August 20, 2020

Jennifer Lopez has accepted the WTCE Program Manager of Cyber, Technology, and STEM position at College of Eastern Idah.

CEI Joins Interstate Passport Network

Friday . July 24, 2020

Boulder, Colorado – College of Eastern Idaho joins the Interstate Passport Network, the national
program of two- and four-year colleges and universities that streamlines the transfer process for
students. Located in Idaho Falls, College of Eastern Idaho (CEI) becomes the second institution to
join from Idaho and the fourth new Passport member to join in the last month. CEI is Idaho’s
newest comprehensive community…

Fernando Sandoval to Serve as Senior Coordinator/Job Corps

Thursday . July 09, 2020

Fernando Sandoval has been selected to serve as the Senior Coordinator, Job Corps at College of
Eastern Idaho (CEI).

Fernando comes to CEI with a master’s degree in public administration from Idaho State University and years of experience with governmental agencies and non-profit organizations. He has spent the last few years working as a rehabilitation consultant where he has honed his skills and abilities in…

Robert Odenthal Selected as the New Chief of Security

Tuesday . July 07, 2020

Robert Odenthal has been selected to serve as the Chief of Security at College of Eastern Idaho
(CEI).

Robert has been providing campus security as an armed Sheriff Security Officer for a college in
California for over 10 years. During his tenure, he worked closely with campus staff to create policy
and safety protocols to benefit both staff and students. He was trained by the Los Angeles
County Sheriff’s…

Raquel Cuevas is the New Registrar at CEI

Tuesday . June 09, 2020

Raquel Cuevas has accepted the Registrar position at College of Eastern Idaho (CEI).

Raquel has worked in Higher Education for 17 years. She started her career in 2003 as a work-study student for Idaho State UniversityIdaho Falls in the Student Services office while attending classes.

Dave Facer new Foundation Executive Director

Friday . June 05, 2020

Dave Facer has accepted the Foundation Executive Director at College of Eastern Idaho (CEI). Dave started his career at Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) in Salt Lake City after his graduation from the University of Utah. Dave spent most of his time at CMN and building the annual event at university
campuses across the nation called “Dance Marathon.” In six short years, the marathon grew to more than 50 participating universities…

CEI Holds Virtual Graduation

Friday . May 15, 2020

Idaho Falls, Idaho - For many College of Eastern Idaho students today was filled with many virtual smiles and comments.

Not the usual celebration they hoped for at the beginning of the semester.