North Idaho College

06/22/2026

More than 130 North Idaho College Workforce Training Center apprentices were recognized June 4 was they completed programs in electrical, HVAC, plumbing, heavy equipment operation and construction.

NIC's apprenticeship programs achieved a 90.2% completion rate in 2024-25, well above both the Idaho and national averages. Graduates balanced full-time jobs with years of classroom instruction and hands-on training to reach this milestone.

Congratulations to this year's apprenticeship graduates. Your skills, dedication and hard work are helping build and strengthen communities across our region!

06/19/2026

For nearly two years, Michael Lesperance made the drive from St. Maries to Coeur d'Alene to attend North Idaho College's Radiography Technology Program.

During his final semester, he rented an apartment near Newport to avoid winter travel over Fourth of July Pass.

This spring, Michael graduated and accepted a position as a radiologic technologist at Bonner General Health.

His story is one of five.

Every graduate in NIC's 2026 Radiography Technology Program passed the national certification exam on their first attempt and secured employment in the field. The program has maintained a 100% first-attempt board exam pass rate since 2018 and a 100% job placement rate since 2019.

Those results are a testament to the dedication of our students, the expertise of our faculty and clinical instructors, and the high-quality education and hands-on training provided through NIC's Radiography Technology Program.

Today, these graduates are already serving patients throughout North Idaho and helping meet a critical workforce need in healthcare.

06/18/2026

The North Idaho College Foundation Really BIG Raffle is SOLD OUT!

One lucky grand prize winner is going to receive a brand new home! Stay tuned for updates and links to the virtual drawing held on Wednesday, July 8!

Thanks to our incredible supporters, all 5,000 tickets for the 33rd Annual Really BIG Raffle SOLD OUT on June 17, 2026! 🥳

Stay tuned for additional updates about the Grand Prize home and visit nic.edu/rbr for more information about the July 8 virtual drawing.

Thank you for Investing in Dreams through your ticket purchase!⭐

06/18/2026

The NIC Food Trailer is BACK this summer!

Located near the southern entrance of the Hedlund Building (420 N. College Drive, Coeur d'Alene), there will be different menu options every two weeks.

Open Wednesday and Thursday, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Operated by NIC Culinary Arts students, the trailer provides hands-on experience that helps prepare them for careers in the food service industry.

This summer, we're excited to be bringing back our Culinary Arts Food Truck!!
~We'll be running from June 17th to July 23
~Open Wednesdays and Thursdays from 11:30-1:30
~Located outside Hedlund building
We'll be whipping up three delicious menus over the next six weeks that we're excited to share with you! Thank you for all your support that allows us to give our students opportunities like this! We hope to see you there!

06/17/2026

Happy National Mascot Day to the most recognizable bird on campus!

NIC's Cardinal tradition dates back to 1939, when student Glen Nogle suggested "Cardinals" as the college's new mascot. Inspired by the St. Louis Cardinals baseball team, the name was selected and has represented NIC ever since.

In 1986, the mascot was officially named Cecil in honor of former Idaho Gov. Cecil Andrus.

Nearly 90 years later, Cecil remains a familiar face at athletic events, student activities and celebrations across campus!

Happy National Mascot Day, Cecil!

06/15/2026

A new chapter is taking shape inside the Hedlund Building.

Construction is underway on the future home of NIC X-Labs, a renovated space designed to support collaboration, innovation and hands-on learning.

Take a look at the latest progress as work continues throughout the summer!

To learn more about NIC X-Labs, visit ➤nic.edu/xlabs.

06/15/2026

We are 75 DAYS OUT from the most colorful event of the year!

Join us for the The NIC Color Fun Run on Saturday, Aug. 29!

Run or walk your way through the course while having color powder thrown around you! Every participant gets a shirt, sunglasses and bandana (while supplies lasts).

FREE for anyone 18 and under and NIC students, only $20 for everyone else!

Register online at ➤nic.edu/funrun!

The course supports a wide range of participant paces.
Aug. 29
➤nic.edu/fun-run

06/12/2026

Three local NIC Autobody and Paint Technology students each placed within the top 15 in the nation last week at the SkillsUSA National Competition in Atlanta, GA!

• Zoe Hunt, from Sandpoint, ID placed 3rd in the nation in Automotive Refinishing Technology.
• Chris Brandt, of Coeur d’Alene, placed 10th in Collision Damage Appraisal.
• Callitia McClintock, of Post Falls, placed 13th in Prepared Speech.

NIC Autobody and Paint Technology Instructor Andy Rogge said. “I couldn’t be prouder of all three of them. They put in the work to get here and performed really well on the national stage.”

Read more about the competition from an article from the CDA Press: https://cdapress.com/news/2026/jun/10/nic-student-earns-bronze-medal-at-national-skillsusa-competition/

Great job, Cardinals!

06/11/2026

Tickets are selling quick! Don't miss your chance to win a grand prize of a NEW home while supporting NIC student success!

⏰ The 33rd annual Really BIG Raffle live virtual drawing is Wednesday, July 8, 2026! That's only 4 weeks away! ⏰

This is your chance to get one of the remaining 100 tickets for this year's drawing, where nearly $600,000 in prizes will be given away! Only 5,000 tickets will be sold at $150 each... and they are selling fast!👀
Idaho residents can order online at nic.edu/rbr or by phone at (208) 769-3271 while quantities last.

06/05/2026

Three North Idaho College Career and Technical Education students have been competing at the SkillsUSA National Championships in Atlanta, GA this past week!

After winning Skillsusa Idaho state titles in their respective categories, each student is now competing for a national championship.

Reaching the national championships is a remarkable achievement and a testament to the skills these students have developed through their training!