The tree-lined Hello Walk leading to the ivy-covered Administration Building with its historic stained-glass windows. The botanical splendor of the arboretumâs meandering pathways and the iconic footprint of our unique Camperdown elms. Designed by the world-famous Olmsted Brothers, whose legacy also includes Central Park, there is no arguing â our Moscow campus is beautiful. It combines the traditional university splendor with the curiosity of the rolling hills of the Palouse â which has been called by some the Tuscany of America. It is no wonder visiting campus is a critical moment in our recruitment success. Once a college-bound student experiences our campus, they are likely to register. But in-person visits during the pandemic were limited. Our incredible enrollment management team quickly developed videos, a digital viewbook and a 3âD online tour experience to capture the spirit and beauty of our campus. This work made a difference in these challenging times and will continue to serve future students who cannot experience our campus in person. Now, the good news is: We are back! Future Vandals and their families are walking our tree-lined paths in record numbers as Vandal Reps share the history, traditions and excitement of our impressive campus. Stopping to chat with students and their families as they tour our campus always brightens my day. This summer, UIdaho Bound, the signature experience for students attending U of I in the fall, blossoms from three online events in the early spring to 10 weekends of in-person Vandal experiences, campus exploration and registration for classes. Nearly 1,000 students are already signed up to participate in an engaging weekend in Moscow after which they will move from eyeing college to being Vandals. First, though, students must apply. Do you know a high school senior? Perhaps you know a student who sat this year out, waiting for life to return to normal before going on. With more than $30 million in scholarships and waivers and an in-person learning environment, there is no better time to enroll at the University of Idaho. Nominate a Future Vandal through our Grow the Gold program. Share your Vandal experience with a student â it is the one thing we all have in common; whether you are an alumnus, friend or employee, we each have a special relationship with our university. We know that a college degree makes people healthier, wealthier and wiser. College graduates earn $1.2 million more on average over the course of a lifetime. Graduates also live nine years longer on average and are more involved in their communities. A degree benefits the individual as well as the community and economy of the state. Donât keep it to yourself. Share the gift of being a Vandal â every student deserves the benefits of a University of Idaho education. |