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ISU, CEI address statewide program shortage through collaborative venture

Thursday, July 10, 2025

Idaho State University and College of Eastern Idaho have announced a strengthened partnership intended to provide increased educational experiences and access for students in Idaho Falls and eastern Idaho.

This enhanced collaboration reaffirms a shared commitment to advancing academic opportunities, enhancing student success, and creating seamless pathways for transfer mobility for students.

The agreement…

College of Eastern Idaho Launches First-Ever Police Academy

Wednesday, July 09, 2025

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho — College of Eastern Idaho (CEI) is proud to announce the start of its inaugural Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Patrol Academy. It began July 7^th, and marks a major milestone in CEI’s efforts to expand workforce training and directly support law enforcement needs in eastern Idaho.

“We are excited to offer a police academy for the first…

College of Eastern Idaho's College and Career Readiness Receives Grant from ProLiteracy to Expand ESL Access in Driggs

Wednesday, July 02, 2025

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (June 2025) — College of Eastern Idaho’s (CEI) College and Career Readiness (CCR) is proud to recognize its continued partnership with ProLiteracy, which awarded CCR a $5,000 grant in August 2024 to support the college’s English as a Second Language (ESL) efforts in Driggs, Idaho.

The funding helped maintain in-person ESL classes at CEI…

College of Eastern Idaho Board of Trustees Appoints Dana Kirkham as New Trustee

Thursday, June 26, 2025

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho — At its meeting on Tuesday, June 24, the College of Eastern Idaho (CEI) Board of Trustees appointed Dana Kirkham to fill the vacant Zone 5 trustee seat.

Kirkham brings extensive experience in government, economic development, and strategic leadership to her new role on the Board. She currently serves as Senior Director of Regulatory and Strategic Initiatives for the Idaho Environmental…

Trustee Scheid Tenders Resignation from the CEI Board of Trustees

Wednesday, June 04, 2025

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho — College of Eastern Idaho (CEI) Board of Trustees announced the resignation of Trustee Carrie Scheid at its regular meeting on Tuesday, May 27. Her resignation is effective June 1, 2025.

Chairman Park Price noted that Trustee Scheid has served CEI faithfully throughout her eight years of service. “In many ways, Carrie was the driving force behind what CEI has become today. She was critical to the…

CEI Responds to Malware Incident with Swift Action and Ongoing Safeguards

Monday, June 02, 2025

Idaho Falls, ID — The College of Eastern Idaho (CEI) experienced a malware incident last week that prompted the college to proactively shut down its network systems as a precautionary measure.

The incident began when a student, using a personal laptop, accessed an external website that introduced malware into CEI’s network environment. CEI’s Information Technology (IT) team was actively monitoring and containing…

Congressman Mike Simpson Visits College of Eastern Idaho, Tours Key Programs and Future Tech Construction Site

Friday, May 30, 2025

I DAHO FALLS, Idaho — Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson visited College of Eastern Idaho (CEI) yesterday for a campus tour alongside CEI President Dr. Lori Barber and Trustee Chair Park Price. The visit highlighted CEI’s commitment to expanding workforce education and showcased several of the college’s high-demand training programs and facilities.

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CEI Hosts First-Ever Student Presentation Day to Showcase Innovation and Achievement

Thursday, May 29, 2025

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho — College of Eastern Idaho (CEI) held its inaugural Student Presentation Day on Friday, May 2, offering students a unique opportunity to showcase their work in robotics, research, digital media, and more. The open-house style event was designed to highlight student achievement and celebrate the knowledge and skills developed throughout the semester.

The event…

Record-Breaking Year for CEI’s Early College Program: Over 80 High School Seniors Earn Associate Degrees

Tuesday, May 27, 2025

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho — College of Eastern Idaho (CEI) celebrated a major milestone during its 2025 Commencement Ceremony on Tuesday, May 13, over 80 high school seniors from 19 area high schools crossed the stage with associate degrees in hand, all before receiving their high school diplomas. This marks the largest group of Early College graduates in CEI’s history.

CEI hosts JFAC in historic visit to the community college

Monday, May 19, 2025

IDAHO FALLS — For the first time in College of Eastern Idaho’s history, the state’s Joint Financial Appropriation Committee visited the institution.

The 50 members of Idaho’s JFAC, which has provided financial support for CEI since 2017, heard testimony from industry leaders about the school’s ability to prepare community members for jobs.

CEI’s President Lori Barber told the committee it has funded nearly $1.7…