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Jazz fest must admire it’s multicultural roots
Appreciating the cultural significants of Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival

Being in a strictly rural area, the fact that one of the signature events at the University of Idaho — the Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival — has diverse roots is a surprising and wonderful thing.

Experts of the world
UI international students speak about their experience studying to the U.S.

Samragyee Gautam grew up moving around frequently, and in 2016 she moved again — to America.

Members of the Moscow community embrace as they listen to the Adrian Crookston ensemble at the 38th annual MLK Human Rights Breakfast Saturday.
MLK events tie together the Moscow community
Jeremy Woodson, an outreach coordinator for the ACLU, spoke at Saturday’s MLK breakfast and the Rosa Parks awards were received

In Moscow, Idaho, the African American or black population is 1.2%, according to the United States census bureau. Yet, the celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day does not reflect […]

‘Having our names validated’
UI’s Vandal Card Office and others begin to roll out changes allowing students to self-identify their names

University of Idaho students can expect upcoming changes this year to programs such as Blackboard Learn and Vandal Web. The changes include a more accessible, mobile-friendly site where students are […]

‘We’re Vandals, just like you’
Julia Keleher is known on UI’s campus for creating a community for LGBTQA students

Julia Keleher, director of the LGBTQA Office, plays a large role within the LGBTQA community. But Keleher is more than just a director, from adviser to parent to wife and […]

Exposing the ‘Idaho way’
In the face of adversity, stay true to inclusive, diverse ideals

Last week, Boise State University’s new president received a letter outlining critiques of the university’s various diversity-related programs, citing numerous reasons she should consider withholding support. Marlene Tromp, the seventh […]

Losing star Tallent
JAMM professor Becky Tallent reflects on time as UI professor

As the end of spring semester approaches, University of Idaho professor Becky Tallent will prepare for her retirement in May.  “It’s going to be very hard to find someone that […]

Returning to the rodeo
Professor earns $50,000 fellowship for Gay Rodeo Oral History Project

Rebecca Scofield spends her time traveling to rodeos sponsored by the International Gay Rodeo Association, recording oral accounts and the histories of their participants. Scofield, a University of Idaho history […]

One emoji at a time
New emojis released within the year help add a diverse technology presence

A plethora of new emojis will be released this year. With 230 options, users will be able to experience the excitement of having new options to send in a text […]