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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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High school junior will graduate with an associates degree, hopes to be a nurse by 20
Sunday . May 05, 2024
Meet Amberleigh, a junior at Alturas Preparatory Academy, who's redefining the meaning of ambition! Despite her young age, she's set to graduate high school next spring with an Associate’s Degree from CEI, all while pursuing her dream of becoming a nurse. From college-level medical classes to extracurriculars like soccer, track, and community volunteering, she's a true inspiration.
Read MoreConstruction on FUTURE TECH Building Gets Green Light
Friday . May 03, 2024
This week College of Eastern Idaho (CEI) Board of Trustees convened in a special meeting and unanimously voted to approve a “Guaranteed Maximum Price” of $36,407,023 for construction of the new Future Tech Building on campus. The vote marks a milestone in what has been a three-year effort to build this energy, innovation and technology building.
Read MoreMechatronics Engineering Program
Wednesday . May 01, 2024
College of Eastern Idaho (CEI) is proud to announce the arrival of the most advanced type of industrial robot, the FANUC Robot 200iD, as a core element of its brand-new Mechatronics program. The new program is enrolling its first students this upcoming fall semester.
The advanced robot – acquired thanks to a Leading Idaho 2.0 grant – is known for its precise movements and versatility and will play a critical role in…
Read MoreAs Idaho institutions raise tuition costs, will CEI do the same?
Friday . April 26, 2024
With four Idaho institutions raising their tuition prices, are community colleges doing the same thing? Local News 8 visited the College of Eastern Idaho to hear what they have to say. CEI’s tuition has always been lower. Staff says it is about $140 a credit.
Read MoreExperience College of Eastern Idaho and Learn About “College My Way!”
Tuesday . April 09, 2024
April is Community College Month. Join us Thursday, April 11, from 5:00pm to 8:00pm to learn about your local community college.
Come tour campus, check out CEI’s programs, and talk with instructors and students. Get answers to questions about financial aid and the LAUNCH Grant for graduating high school seniors. Discover CEI’s exciting new program offerings like Dental Hygiene and Mechatronics Engineering. Also, find out…
Read MorePresidential Search Announcement & Invitation to Attend Public Forums
Thursday . March 28, 2024
On behalf of the Board of Trustees, I am pleased to announce that we have begun the search to identify the next President of College of Eastern Idaho. We are fully committed to conducting an equitable, inclusive, and transparent national search that will attract a strong and diverse pool of candidates from throughout Idaho and the nation.
Read MoreCollege of Eastern Idaho President Rick Aman to retire in July
Tuesday . March 26, 2024
After eight years at the helm, College of Eastern Idaho President Rick Aman announced his retirement Tuesday during a board meeting at the college. As the first president of CEI, Aman leaves a resounding legacy of leadership, having overseen the institution through its transformation from Eastern Idaho Technical College to a full-fledged community college.
Read MoreCEI announces President Rick Aman’s retirement
Tuesday . March 26, 2024
College of Eastern Idaho has announced President Rick Aman will retire, effective July 2024. The announcement was made during the board of trustee meeting on Tuesday. President Aman shared his appreciation for the whole CEI community’s commitment to the college’s mission.
Read MorePart II, CEI celebrates top ranked Practical Nursing program in Idaho
Friday . February 16, 2024
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) - The College of Eastern Idaho is celebrating after one of its programs was dubbed number one in the Gem state.
The school's practical nursing program is officially the top ranking program in all of Idaho.
Read MoreCEI president speaks to House Education Committee about growth
Wednesday . February 14, 2024
BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) - Growth is happening for community colleges across the country, and it is no different for eastern Idaho.
College of Eastern Idaho President Rick Aman spoke to the House Education Committee Tuesday.
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