Welcome to our Blog...
Nominate an EITC Alum to be in The Circle of 20 today!
Overview:
In celebration of 20 years of the Eastern Idaho Technical College Foundation, we are looking to honor distinguished alumni for their positive contributions to the community and their employer through service and leadership.
Qualifications:
Any alum who has earned one of the following degrees or certificates is eligible to be nominated:
-
Associate of Applied Science Degrees
-
Advanced Technical Certificates
-
Technical Certificates (ESTEC, MOS, OFS, AAC, DTL, RDS, LGL)
-
Post-Secondary Technical Certificates (PTD)
Nominating Process:
Any qualified candidate can self-nominate through a Circle of 20 Application or can be nominated by someone else. Applications can be found here. Self-nominations are welcome!
Deadlines:
Applications will be available starting February 15, 2012 and will be accepted until April 15, 2012. Winners will be notified via phone and mail.
Award Process:
Completed applications will be processed by the EITC Foundation Board of Directors and will be chosen based upon the following criteria:
-
Has this candidate had an impact on the profession and/or workplace?
-
Has this candidate had an impact on the community in which he/she resides in?
-
In what ways have the candidate's achievements been truly extraordinary?
EITC Faculty Member Ken Erickson Wins Energy Award
The Partnership for Science & Technology announced the 2012 Energy Advocate Award Winners on January 23, 2012. These awardees are being honored for their committment to energy initiatives throughout our community. Eastern Idaho Technical College is proud that our Workforce Training & Community Education Manager Ken Erickson is the Energy Education Advocate award winner and will be celebrated at an awards luncheon on Feb. 21, 2012 at the Red Lion hotel.
Congratulations to ALL of the 2011 Energy Advocate Winners:
-
National Energy Advocate Award Winner : DOE Office for Nuclear Energy
-
Local Energy Advocate Award Winner : Teri Ehresman, INL Liaison for Nuclear Programs
-
Nuclear Energy Advocate Award Winner : Dr. Kathryn McCarthy, INL Deputy Assistant Laboratory Director for Nuclear Science and Technology
-
Energy Education Advocate Award Winner : Ken Erickson, Eastern Idaho Technicial College
Community Education Courses Announced for Winter 2012
- Social Media
- Advertising for Small Business
- Zumba
- Meditation
- Photography
- Jewelry Making
- CPR/First Aid
- Children & Babysitter Safety
- Quickbooks
- Auto Repair & Maintenance
- Microsoft Word & Excel
- Adobe Photoshop, InDesign & Illustrator
- Floral Arranging
- Guitar
- Belly Dancing
- Sign Language
- Tai Chi
- Composting
Dr. Steve Albiston New EITC President in Jan. 2012
Dr. Steven Albiston, PhD., the current Vice-President for Instruction and Student Affairs will assume the duties of president starting January 1, 2012. “I am truly thrilled to have been given this opportunity,” said Albiston. “I’m looking forward to working with everyone; all the students, faculty, staff and supporters who do so much in helping our students succeed.”
Albiston, who was born and raised in St. Anthony, graduated from South Fremont High School, holds a bachelor’s, masters and doctorate from the University of Idaho. He came to EITC in October of 1981 as an Admissions/Vocational Counselor. He has held a number of positions including Student Services Coordinator, Student Services Manager, Dean of Students, and most recently Vice-President for Instruction and Student Affairs.
“Steve impressed us,” said Emma Atchley of Ashton, member of the Idaho State Board of Education and chair of the EITC Presidential Search Committee. “We had a very strong pool of applicants and Steve consistently rose to the top of the list. We’re thrilled to have him leading this campus.”
The position became open when current EITC President Burton Waite announced his retirement in June 2011, effective December 31, 2011.
Christmas Basket Project Needs Turkeys!
2011 Annual EITC Fund Drive - Give Today
Results of the Michelle Kern Memorial Twilight 5k
Community Turns Out for First Annual Michelle Kern Memorial Twilight 5K
The Eastern Idaho Technical College marketing student organization, Collegiate DECA, and the Eastern Idaho Technical College Foundation are pleased to announce that almost $6,000 was raised at the first annual Michelle Kern Memorial Twilight 5K. This event took place on October 14, 2011, beginning and ending on the Eastern Idaho Technical College campus, Michelle Kern’s alma mater.
Proceeds from the Twilight 5K will be used to support the Eastern Idaho Technical College chapter of Collegiate DECA and also to create the Michelle Kern Memorial Scholarship for an Eastern Idaho Technical College student.
The top male participants were as follows:
#1 – Andy Nelson at 18:10
#2 – Brandy Corgatelli at 18:45
#3 – Craig Borrenpohl at 21:05
The top female participants were as follows:
#1 – Heidi Olson at 22:00
#2 – Teresa Borrenpohl at 23:14
#3 – Marie Fager at 23:25
Michelle Kern was a 2011 graduate from EITC’s Business Technologies Marketing & Management Associate of Applied Science degree program and an officer in Collegiate DECA. Three days after graduating, Michelle, her sister Malinda, and Michelle’s two young sons, Jack and Gage were murdered in Michelle’s parents’ home. This tragedy was a great loss to family and friends, Eastern Idaho Technical College, and the entire Idaho Falls community.
Register NOW for the Michelle Kern Memorial Twilight 5k
Eastern Idaho Technical College’s student organization DECA and the Eastern Idaho Technical College Foundation are pleased to announce the first annual Michelle Kern Memorial 5K. This event will take place on Friday, October 14, 2011 at 6:30 p.m., beginning and ending on the Eastern Idaho Technical College campus, Michelle Kern’s alma mater.
Participants are welcome to walk or run the 5K route. Cost for high school or college students is $15 with a student ID or activity card. Regular registration fee is $20 and late registration fee (after October 10th, 2011) is $35. All ages are encouraged to join in this event for a powerful cause.
Michelle Kern was a 2011 graduate from EITC’s Business Marketing & Management program and an active DECA member. Three days after graduating, Michelle, her sister Malinda, and Michelle’s two young sons, Jack and Gage were murdered in Michelle’s parents’ home. This tragedy was a great loss to family and friends, Eastern Idaho Technical College, and the community.
Proceeds from the Twilight 5K will be used to support the Eastern Idaho Technical College DECA and also create the Michelle Kern Memorial Scholarship for an Eastern Idaho Technical College student.
Please join us in making sure that her memory will live on through the gift of scholarship. All support is greatly appreciated. Food and craft booth space is available at the event.
For more information on the Twilight 5K, please contact Michelle Ziel at the number provided above.
Information about DECA and the EITC Foundation can be found at www.deca.org and www.eitcfoundation.org, respectfully.
Thank You for Supporting the Alumni Appreciation Night
The Great Race for Education Raises $30,000+ for Scholarships
For the third year, over 500 people participated in The Great Race for Education; the area's largest scavenger hunt competition in an effort to raise money for Eastern Idaho Technical College student scholarships.
Due to the tremendous efforts of these teams, over $30,000 in scholarships will be awarded to EITC students for the 2012-2013 academic years. In 2011, over $13,000 in scholarships was awarded to deserving students of Eastern Idaho Technical College as a result of The Great Race 2010 fundraising. Overall, $179,000+ in scholarships was awarded to EITC students in 2011.
Scholarships are oftentimes the “help up” that a student needs to complete their goals and develop a career in a field where they can best utilize their skills. “My EITC scholarship has given me the opportunity to pursue my educational dreams and has helped me develop my talents in metal works,” says recent welding technology graduate Skylar Jenkins.