Vandal Volleyball vs. SIUE
Saturday, September 5, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Denver, Colorado.
For more info visit govandals.com. Vandal Women's Soccer vs. South Dakota State
Sunday, September 6, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Brookings, South Dakota.
For more info visit govandals.com. Vandal Night at Oswego Hills Winery
Alumni Relations
Join us for a relaxing afternoon of connection and conversation with fellow alumni. Enjoy the beautiful winery setting while catching up with old friends, meeting fellow alumni and spending time together. A live band will provide entertainment throughout the afternoon and a BBQ food truck will be available for those who would like to purchase lunch. Wine and food will be available on a no-host basis.
Cost: $5 per person, with food and wine available to purchase on site.
Sunday, September 6, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Oswego Hills Winery
450 Rosemont Rd.
West Linn, Oregon 97068.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. University Holiday - Closed
University Closures
University Holiday - Closed.
Monday, September 7, 2026.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Re-Vandal
Dept. of Student Involvement
Re-Vandal is a two-day annual event Aug. 25-26 that provides students with gently-used Vandal-branded clothing. Students can choose a single item from an array of shirts, hats, scarves and other wearable gear. A Vandal Card is necessary and each student is limited to one item.
University Location: ASUI Vandal Lounge - Idaho Student Union Building - Main Campus.
Monday, September 7, 2026, 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
2026 Water Resources Fall Seminar Series
College of Graduate Studies
The IWRRI’s Water Resources Seminar Series is a graduate-level class that is open to the public. The series features researchers and water professionals discussing topics related to Idaho’s water, including snowpack, drought, snow modeling, ecology and groundwater resources.
The Water Resources Seminar Series is open to all interested professionals, legislators, water supply managers, local government representatives, attorneys, students and interested public.
It occurs for one hour on Tuesdays, September through the beginning of December, with no talk on Nov. 24 for Thanksgiving Break.
Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/s/86571928806.
Tuesday, September 8, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
For more info visit iwrri.uidaho.edu. Japanese Culture Exchange
University of Idaho - CLASS
Meet students visiting from Hiroshima University at the Japanese Culture Exchange from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 8, in the ISUB Clearwater-Whitewater Room. Connect with students participating in the University of Idaho and Hiroshima University Mega-Exchange and explore Japanese culture.
University Location: Clearwater-Whitewater - Idaho Student Union Building - Main Campus.
Tuesday, September 8, 2026, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Operational Excellence Community of Practice
The Operational Excellence Community of Practice is a monthly, one-hour meeting where faculty and staff share ideas, practices, problems and tools to make University of Idaho a better and more efficient place to work. This month please join the CoP and Norman Lee to learn about the U of I Library Data Hub, a new space offering help with AI. Wondering what AI is? Whether it can help you with your work? Where to find up-to-date University documentation? Data Hub staff can help you get started and, for more advanced projects, help you coordinate with other campus units. Come and see the resources the Data Hub team have put together and learn how to get in touch. Please join us in IRIC 305 or on TEAMS.
University Location: IRIC 305 - Integrated Research and Innovation Center - Main Campus. Participate Online: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/28992402904309?p=gYBFWITisWbSZpB9w0.
Tuesday, September 8, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:20 PM.
For more info visit vandalsuidaho.sharepoint.com. Education Abroad First-Time Info Session
International Programs Office (IPO)
These info sessions are designed to help you understand more about education abroad options, financing and academic planning, and highlight programs and opportunities you may not have heard about. Attending this info session is the first step toward making your education abroad dreams a reality! Registration required using the online form. Zoom is available for students located outside of Moscow only.
University Location: International Programs Office (IPO) Conference Room - Living Learning Community - Main Campus.
Tuesday, September 8, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
For more info visit futurevandals.uidaho.edu. Bee a Volunteer at the Audubon Pollinator Garden
Dept. of Student Involvement
Volunteer with the Student Sustainability Cooperative and help restore native ecosystems right here on the Palouse! Get certified service hours by helping remove invasive species and make a lasting difference for our environment and local community!
September Dates: 9/1, 9/8, 9/22 & 9/29
October Dates: 10/6 & 10/20
Sign up via GivePulse to tracking your service hours easier:
Hosted by: Student Sustainability Cooperative (SSC)
Additional Information can be found at: https://uidaho.campuslabs.com/engage/event/12573889.
Tuesday, September 8, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Audubon Pollinator Garden.
For more info visit uidaho.campuslabs.com. AsiaPOP! Movie: Zombie for Sale
University of Idaho - CLASS
Tuesday, September 8, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre.
Vandal Voyagers — Island Life Greek Isles and Ephesus
Alumni Relations
Behold breathtaking views and watch mythical landscapes come to life as you sail Greece’s fabled Aegean Sea and the Turquoise Coast of Turkey on this seven-night cruise aboard the Wind Spirit — a sleek, four-masted sailing yacht. Journey to the cradle of civilization as you cruise to fabled halcyon islands from antiquity. Traverse the streets of ancient Delos, the legendary birthplace of Artemis and Apollo and enjoy free time exploring the island of Mykonos, famous for its whitewashed houses and iconic windmills. Sail Turkey’s sun-drenched coast to visit the UNESCO-designated ruins of Ephesus, the world's most spectacularly preserved Greco-Roman city. Tour the Monastery of St. John in Patmos and explore historic Rhodes Town. Unlock the mysteries of Santorini, a crescent-shaped island featuring a spectacular caldera shaped by a volcanic explosion about 3,600 years ago — potentially burying what some believe was the lost city of Atlantis. Conclude your tour on the rarely visited island of Milos, where the ancie…
Wednesday, September 9, 2026 – Thursday, September 17, 2026.
Greece.
For more info visit idaho.gohagantravel.com. Education Abroad Fair
Meet Education Abroad staff, campus departments and international program providers. Learn about opportunities and scholarships, talk to students who have studied abroad and start making your education abroad dreams a reality.
University Location: ASUI Vandal Lounge - Idaho Student Union Building - Main Campus.
Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
For more info visit vandalsuidaho.sharepoint.com. State of the University & Vandal Family Picnic
President Green will reflect on our progress, outline the university’s strategic priorities for the coming year and discuss the University of Idaho Strategic Plan.
The address will be streamed on Zoom with access to participate in the Q&A (U of I authentication required) as well as U of I Live for community members. The Vandal Family Picnic will follow the address, with complimentary food and beverage on the ISUB Plaza. The whole Vandal Family — Students, Faculty and Staff are welcome and encouraged to join!
University Location: International Ballroom - Bruce M. Pitman Center - Main Campus. Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/89018944659.
Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit cvent.me. Therapy Dogs
Vandal Health Education
Come relax, unwind and de-stress with therapy dogs from Palouse Paws. Drop-in any time during the session as your schedule allows.
University Location: Library - Main Campus. Questions? Amanda Ferstead, amandaf@uidaho.edu.
Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit vandalsuidaho.sharepoint.com. Weekly Vandal Lunches at Louie's in Meridian
Alumni Relations
Join fellow Vandals each Wednesday for the Vandal Luncheons at Vandal-owned Louie’s in Meridian!
📅 Every Wednesday | 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
📍 Louie’s in Meridian, 2500 E. Fairview, Meridian, Idaho
🏈 Through the 2026 Vandal Football Season
Enjoy lunch and connect with fellow Vandal fans and alumni. Hear from guest speakers each week, Get an inside look at what’s happening across Vandal Athletics, Get insights and exciting news about Vandal sports teams! Come for the conversation, stay for the Vandal spirit and bring a friend!
Hosted by the West Ada Vandal Excellence Fund
Go Vandals! 💛🖤.
Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
Louie’s Pizza and Italian Restaurant
2500 E. Fairview
Meridian, Idaho.
For more info visit govandals.com. Wednesday Mindfulness Drop-in
University of Idaho - CLASS
Gentle, supportive, anyone-can-do-it mindfulness practice to support nervous system, focus, and overall well-being. Every week. All are welcome. No experience needed.
Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/344259873.
Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 12:00 PM – 12:20 PM.
For more info visit uidaho.zoom.us. Relaxation Hypnosis
Vandal Health Education
Try out this guided imagery technique for deep relaxation guided by Dr. Clint Emmett, the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner at the Vandal Health Clinic. The session itself will last approximately 20 minutes.
University Location: Violence Prevention Office - 109 - Memorial Gym - Main Campus. Questions? Amanda Ferstead, amandaf@uidaho.edu.
Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Make it @ the MILL Suncatchers
Revitalize old CDs into stunning decor for your room! Supplies are limited, so seize the chance to add a unique touch to your space!
University Location: The MILL (134) - Library - Main Campus.
Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM.
For more info visit libcal.uidaho.edu. AsiaPOP! Talk: Exorcism in Chinese Cinema
University of Idaho - CLASS
The AsiaPOP! Dark symposium welcomes Professor Gloria (I-Ling) Chien to campus to speak on "Exorcising Hopping Zombies, Ghosts, and Fox Demons in Chinese Cinema." Professor Chien’s talk explores how Chinese exorcism is adapted in three major cinematic trends across Hong Kong and mainland China: the jiangshi (hopping zombie) genre, romance-driven ghost narratives like A Chinese Ghost Story, and fox demon lore such as in Painted Skin. This research contributes to the study of Asian horror films by revealing how Chinese exorcistic traditions shape screen representations of the supernatural.
Gloria (I-Ling) Chien is the Arnold Distinguished Professor (2025–2028) and an Associate Professor of Religious Studies at Gonzaga University. Her current projects include a book manuscript on Buddhist film and an edited volume on Māra. Chien’s earlier research explored the cultural legacy of the Tibetan Buddhist master Tokmé Zangpo (1295–1369) within the Lojong (mind training) tradition.
University Location: Clearwater-Whitewater - Idaho Student Union Building - Main Campus.
Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
Pizza and the Past - Idaho Historical Highway Marker Project
University of Idaho - CLASS
Join the Department of History’s bimonthly speaker series featuring host Keith Petersen, former Idaho State Historian and associate director of the Idaho State Historical Society, for his talk "400 Stories: The Idaho Historical Highway Marker Project." This event will take place in person and online.
University Location: 328 - Administration Building - Main Campus. Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/86516131316.
Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
Biological Sciences Seminar: Jessica Lee, PhD.; NASA; Space Biosciences Research Branch
Biological Sciences
This week's departmental seminar is presented by Dr. Jessica Lee: Microbes In Deep Space: How Microbiology Research Facilitates Human Exploration.
University Location: LIFE 277 - Life Sciences South (LSS) - Main Campus.
Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM.
For more info visit www.nasa.gov. Hazardous Waste Management Workshop for Laboratory Operations
Environmental Health and Safety Training
The Hazardous Waste Management for Laboratory Settings course is designed for employees who generate or manage hazardous waste in laboratory environments.
This workshop covers critical topics, including:Safe handling, storage and disposal of laboratory waste, Compliance with university policies and regulatory requirements, Best practices for waste minimization, Emergency response procedures for hazardous materials incidents, By the end of the course, participants will be equipped to properly manage hazardous waste, used oil, universal waste, sharps and more — helping maintain a safe and compliant laboratory setting.
Training is required upon initial assignment and must be renewed every five years.
Register by emailing Mark Borth at borth@uidaho.edu. Any additional questions contact EHS at safety@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6524 for assistance.
University Location: AG SCI 62 - Ag Science - Main Campus.
Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. CETL Tea Time
CETL
Join CETL for our every other week Tea Time, (Wednesdays from 2:00 to 3:00 pm at the CETL main center (ED 220, Education Building, Second Floor). These informal sessions offer an opportunity for faculty and staff to connect, exchange ideas, and engage in conversation around rotating topics led by campus colleagues.
University Location: ED 220 - Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning - College of Education, Health and Human Sciences - Main Campus.
Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
For more info visit vandalsuidaho.sharepoint.com. AsiaPOP! Talk: A Brief History of Yokai
University of Idaho - CLASS
AsiaPOP! Dark symposium is delighted to welcome renowned expert on Japanese folklore Zack Davisson to speak on "A Brief History of Yokai." Zack will introduce the vast range of mysterious beings, from malevolent demons and chilling monsters to spectral ghosts and enchanted beasts, together known as Yokai, and will reveal their significance to the cultural tapestry of Japan.
Zack Davisson is an award-winning writer, translator, and lecturer. On faculty at NYU, he has played a significant role in making Japanese folklore and entertainment accessible to English audiences. Zack is the author of The Ultimate Guide To Japanese Yokai, Kaibyo: The Supernatural Cats Of Japan, and Yurei: The Japanese Ghost. Zack has lectured on manga, folklore, and translation around the world, including at Duke University, Annapolis Naval Academy, Università Ca’ Foscari Venezia, and the Art Gallery of New South Wales.
University Location: Clearwater-Whitewater - Idaho Student Union Building - Main Campus.
Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
For more info visit www.instagram.com. U.S. Healthcare and Insurance Workshop
Join the International Programs Office and the Student Health Insurance Office to learn about the healthcare system and how health insurance works in the United States.
Zoom option available: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/5331830052?omn=89573284076&from=addon
Meeting ID: 533 183 0052
Contact ipo-events@uidaho.edu if you have any questions.
University Location: International Programs Office (IPO) Conference Room - Living Learning Community - Main Campus. Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/5331830052?omn=89573284076&from=addon.
Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
For more info visit uidaho.campuslabs.com. Intramural Kickball Tournament
Intramurals
Think your floor, department or club has what it takes to earn some kickball bragging rights? Join Intramural Sports for a two-day Kickball Tournament!
Registration online Monday, Sept. 7; log in with your U of I credentials.
Teams will need a minimum of two male and two female infielders, and two male and two female outfielders at all times of play. The kicking order does not matter in this tournament as long as all teammates participate. (Maximum of 10 fielders)
Participants will need to purchase an Unlimited IM Pass ($30) to participate.
Questions? Contact Peyton Teevens, pteevens@uidaho.edu.
University Location: P1FCU Kibbie Dome - Main Campus.
Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Intro to Aerial Arts
Outdoor Program
Come for a basic introduction to the craft and art of aerial dance, including silks, lyra and sling techniques.
Cost: $10 for UI students, $15 for all others
Contact the Climbing Center with any questions at climbingcenter@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Climbing Center - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Open Kayak Pool Session
Outdoor Program
Drop-in and practice your kayaking skills with Outdoor Program's kayak community. Kayak pool sessions are a great way to start your whitewater education.
Cost for all participants is $10 per session, cash or check only. Cost includes kayak equipment rental at the pool.
Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Shallow Pool - Swimming Center - Main Campus.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Registration Closes for Intramural 6v6 Soccer
Intramurals
Fall Session 1 Intramural 6v6 Soccer registration closes at 11:59 p.m. on September 10. Soccer is available to play as men's league, open league or women's league.
Intramural 6v6 soccer seasons run Sept. 13 to Oct. 22, and games are played in the Kibbie Dome. IM Unlimited Play Pass, a one-time $30 fee for intramural sports participation for the semester, is required for participation.
Questions? Contact Peyton Teevens, pteevens@uidaho.edu.
Participate Online: https://www.imleagues.com/Idaho.
Thursday, September 10, 2026.
For more info visit www.imleagues.com. Registration Closes for Intramural Flag Football
Intramurals
Fall Session 1 Intramural Flag Football registration closes at 11:59 p.m. on September 10. Flag Football is available to play as Co-Rec 6v6, Fraternity League 7v7, Open League 7v7 and Women's League 7v7.
Intramural Flag Football season runs Sept. 13 to Oct. 11, and games are played on Guy Wicks Field, Kibbie Dome, and East Practice Field. IM Unlimited Play Pass, a one-time $30 fee for intramural sports participation for the semester, is required for participation.
Questions? Contact Peyton Teevens, pteevens@uidaho.edu.
Participate Online: https://www.imleagues.com/Idaho.
Thursday, September 10, 2026.
For more info visit www.imleagues.com. Registration Closes for Intramural Grass Volleyball
Intramurals
Fall Session 1 Intramural Grass Volleyball registration closes at 11:59 p.m. on September 10. Grass Volleyball is available to play as open competitive or open rec league.
Intramural Grass Volleyball seasons run Sept. 13 to Oct. 11, and games are played on the SRC Lawn. IM Unlimited Play Pass, a one-time $30 fee for intramural sports participation for the semester, is required for participation.
Questions? Contact Peyton Teevens, pteevens@uidaho.edu.
Participate Online: https://www.imleagues.com/Idaho.
Thursday, September 10, 2026.
For more info visit www.imleagues.com. Registration Closes for Intramural Slow Pitch Softball
Intramurals
Fall Session 1 Intramural Slow Pitch Softball registration closes at 11:59 p.m. on September 10. Slow Pitch Softball is available to play as co-rec, men's, open and women's leagues. All equipment (Bats, softballs and gloves (right and left handed) are provided if needed.
Intramural Slow Pitch Softball seasons run Sept. 13 to Oct. 11, and games are played on the Guy Wicks Field. IM Unlimited Play Pass, a one-time $30 fee for intramural sports participation for the semester, is required for participation.
Questions? Contact Peyton Teevens, pteevens@uidaho.edu.
Participate Online: https://www.imleagues.com/Idaho.
Thursday, September 10, 2026.
For more info visit www.imleagues.com. Open Forums for Director of Career and Academic Support Services
Career Services
Participate in open forums for the director of career and academic support services. The forums will be held:Sept. 8, 9 a.m. Vandal Ballroom, Sept 10, 10 a.m. Vandal Ballroom, Sept 21, 10 a.m. Vandal Ballroom, Sept 22, 10 a.m. Vandal Ballroom, A zoom link for those located off the Moscow campus may be requested by emailing sem@uidaho.edu.
University Location: Vandal Ballroom - Bruce M. Pitman Center - Main Campus.
Thursday, September 10, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Connecting with Department Faculty, Staff, and Graduate Students in Mathematics and Statistical Science
University of Idaho - SCI
Dean Carney will meet with Faculty, Staff, and Graduate Students in the Mathematics and Statistical Science Department.
Thursday, September 10, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Brink Hall 305.
UIRA Tour: Meat Science and Innovation Center
UIRA
UIRA members will take a look inside the recently-opened Meat Science and Innovation Center Honoring Ron Richard. Its modern technology will better serve the state’s rapidly growing beef industry.
The 12,750-square-foot facility includes a Vandal Brand Meats storefront, a fabrication room, two pass-through smokehouses, a product packaging area, a large classroom with audio-visual technology and an integrated test kitchen, among other amenities.
Parking permits are required on campus, including at the P1FCU Kibbie Dome lot across from the building. Contact uira@uidaho.edu by Monday, Sept. 7 obtaining of a permit is a problem.
Please RSVP by Wednesday, Sept. 9 to attend
For questions or concerns, email us at uira@uidaho.edu.
Thursday, September 10, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Meat Science and Innovation Center Honoring Ron Richard.
For more info visit uirameatlabtour.eventbrite.com. Remediate with Friends
CETL
Faculty and staff are invited to CETL's Remediate with Friends, a weekly drop-in working session held Thursdays from 11a-12p in ED 220. Bring whatever you are wrestling with: a scanned PDF that will not cooperate, a syllabus that needs restructuring (or created!), a Canvas page flagged by Ally, or simply questions about where to start. You will get hands-on help alongside colleagues and accessibility staff, and you will leave with progress made rather than another item added to your list. Cannot make Thursdays? Student Accessibility Assistant (SAA) support is available 8a-4p, Monday through Friday, for individual remediation help throughout the week.
University Location: ED 220 - Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning - College of Education, Health and Human Sciences - Main Campus.
Thursday, September 10, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit vandalsuidaho.sharepoint.com. CETL Book Read Fall: The Science of Learning Meets AI by Lewis D. Ludwig and Todd D. Zakrajsek.
CETL
FALL BOOK READ, The Science of Learning Meets AI by Lewis D. Ludwig and Todd D. Zakrajsek. Dates: Thursday, September 10, 2026, Thursday, October 1, 2026, Thursday, October 15, 2026, Thursday, November 12, 2026, Time: 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm Location: CETL Main Office - Education Building Second Floor, Room ED 220 Register here: Fall Book Registration – Fill out form.
University Location: ED 220 - Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning - College of Education, Health and Human Sciences - Main Campus.
Thursday, September 10, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
For more info visit vandalsuidaho.sharepoint.com. Vandal Volleyball vs. Sacred Heart
Thursday, September 10, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Riverside, California.
For more info visit govandals.com. AsiaPOP! talk: North Korea's Monster, Pulgasari
University of Idaho - CLASS
Learn about the surprising case of North Korea's only monster flick, Pulgasari (1985), when Professor Dong Hoon Kim speaks on the topic at the Habib Institute for Asian Studies' AsiaPOP! Dark symposium. While the film itself is intriguing, its production history and reception are even more mysterious and uncanny, blending cult-movie novelty with profound historical and political implications. Additionally, because it marks the culmination of North Korea filmmakers' endeavors to break into the global market in the 1980s, Pulgasari serves as an excellent introduction to North Korean cinema.
Professor Kim is a film historian and cultural studies scholar at the University of Oregon. His current research focuses on colonial cinema, transnational media, socialist cinema, and East Asian film, media, and popular culture. He is the author of Eclipsed Cinema: The Film Culture of Colonial Korea and co-editor of The Bloomsbury Handbook of North Korean Cinema.
University Location: Clearwater-Whitewater - Idaho Student Union Building - Main Campus.
Thursday, September 10, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
For more info visit www.instagram.com. Welcome Back Picnic
The International Programs Office invites all campus and community partners, international students, employees and families to join the Welcome Back Picnic potluck event. Please fill out this form if you would like to bring a dish: https://uidaho.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_7QcfiSrjWDkutrE.
Thursday, September 10, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Ghormley Park, 400 Home St.
For more info visit uidaho.campuslabs.com. Stand-Up Paddleboard Adventure
Outdoor Program
Join Outdoor Program for a Stand-up Paddleboard Adventure at Spring Valley. This $15, 2-3 hour adventure is perfect for those with limited time and budget but who still want to get outside!
Sign up early to save your spot. Meet at the SRC Outdoor Program lobby at 3pm on the day of, no pre-trip meeting required.
Trip sign-ups start on Aug. 19. Food is not included. Visit Outdoor Program office in the student rec center to sign-up.
Questions? Contact the Outdoor Program at 208-885-6810 or outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu.
Thursday, September 10, 2026, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
SRC Main - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. AsiaPOP! Keynote: Tackling Dark Themes with Paul Castro Jr.
University of Idaho - CLASS
Voice actor Paul Castro Jr. explores how anime and video games use fantasy, horror, and larger-than-life characters to tell very human stories about grief, abuse, isolation, anxiety, identity, and connection. Drawing from his work in The Summer Hikaru Died, Disney’s Twisted-Wonderland, BELLE, NEO: The World Ends with You, Persona 4 Revival, and Genshin Impact, Paul looks at what sits underneath these characters’ darker moments and how a performer finds the humanity in them. Through examples from his own roles, he’ll discuss trauma, repression, vulnerability, and the things characters often leave unsaid, as well as how humor, tenderness, and hope can exist alongside darkness. Ultimately, Paul will look at why these stories resonate so deeply, and how fantasy can help us understand difficult emotions in a way that feels immediate and human.
Paul Castro Jr. is an actor, writer, producer, and director who has spent decades working in the industry in New York and LA. In the world of voiceover, he’s best known for…
University Location: Vandal Ballroom - Bruce M. Pitman Center - Main Campus.
Thursday, September 10, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit www.instagram.com. Get Dirty with the Soil Stewards
Dept. of Student Involvement
On Thursdays from 4:00 - 6:00 PM Get Dirty at the UI Soil Stewards Farm by helping water, weed, and harvest organic crops!
Join the SSC and Soil Stewards to learn more about small organic farms, make new friends, and get your hands in the dirt! You may even get to take some fresh produce home with you! Please bring water, sun protection and closed-toed shoes! Events will be held every Thursday in September and then into October as the weather allows!
September dates: 3rd, 10th, 17th & 24th
October dates: 1st & 8th
Register through GivePulse to make tracking your service hours easier:
Hosted by: Soil Stewards, Student Sustainability Cooperative (SSC)
Additional Information can be found at: https://uidaho.campuslabs.com/engage/event/12574064.
Thursday, September 10, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Soil Stewards Student Farm.
For more info visit uidaho.campuslabs.com. September Senior Moments with UIRA
UIRA
We are looking forward to seeing you at our September “Senior Moments with UIRA” at 4 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10, at 42 Bar and Kitchen in Moscow.
Our September topic will be “Railroad Adventures.” There’s no need to register — just show up with your experiences and questions.
We plan to rotate these meetings among different watering holes in Moscow with a new topic each month, so watch for announcements of upcoming “Senior Moments!”
Please email Ken Hart with any questions.
Thursday, September 10, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
42 Bar and Kitchen in Moscow.
Vandal and Coug Wine Tasting at Latah Creek Winery
Alumni Relations
Join fellow Vandal and Cougar alumni and friends for an evening of wine tasting at the Vandal-affiliated Latah Creek Winery! Reconnect with the Vandal Family and mingle with fellow alumni from across the Spokane area, along with our Cougar neighbors. Enjoy a sampling of Latah Creek wines, delicious snacks and great company while celebrating all things black and gold.
Every attendee will receive a door prize ticket for a chance to win a Vandal or Cougar-themed gift basket. Want an extra chance to win? Bring a hygiene item to donate to the Mission Community Outreach Center and receive an additional door prize ticket. Most-needed items include:Diapers, Women's hygiene products, Toothpaste, Toothbrushes, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Cost: $25 per person, wine tasting and light hors d’oeuvres included
We're looking forward to raising a glass with you. Go Vandals!
Thursday, September 10, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Latah Creek Winery
13030 E Indiana Ave
Spokane, WA 99216.
For more info visit alumni.wsu.edu. Intramural Kickball Tournament
Intramurals
Think your floor, department or club has what it takes to earn some kickball bragging rights? Join Intramural Sports for a two-day Kickball Tournament!
Registration online Monday, Sept. 7; log in with your U of I credentials.
Teams will need a minimum of two male and two female infielders, and two male and two female outfielders at all times of play. The kicking order does not matter in this tournament as long as all teammates participate. (Maximum of 10 fielders)
Participants will need to purchase an Unlimited IM Pass ($30) to participate.
Questions? Contact Peyton Teevens, pteevens@uidaho.edu.
University Location: P1FCU Kibbie Dome - Main Campus.
Thursday, September 10, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. USAJOBS Federal Hiring Workshop
University of Idaho - CNR
About the event
CNR Career Advisor Clayton Roberts has developed detailed workshops on successfully applying for federal jobs. Students looking to apply to USFS, NPS, BLM or other government agencies should attend!
What you'll learn:Creating Job Searches, Completing Your USAJOBS Profile, Building Your Federal Resume, Other tips & tricks to get you hired.
University Location: CNR 10 - College of Natural Resources - Main Campus.
Thursday, September 10, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Vandal Women's Soccer vs. Grand Canyon
Thursday, September 10, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
P1FCU Kibbie Dome - Main Campus.
For more info visit govandals.com. Rangeland Fall Forum 2026: After the Smoke
Rangeland Fall Forum 2026: After the Smoke
Fire activity is increasing across Idaho’s rangelands, leading to questions, conversations and ideas about recovery, adaptation and restoration.
This year’s Fall Forum will explore examples of successful post-fire practices and delve into tools available to rangeland managers, users and policymakers when navigating this shifting fire regime.
The forum will focus on real-world examples and practical lessons from post-fire recovery efforts in the Magic Valley.
The Rangeland Fall Forum is an annual event and a partnership between the University of Idaho’s Rangeland Center and McClure Center.
Friday, Sept. 11 — Herrett Center, College of Southern Idaho (CSI) Campus, Twin Falls
Time TBD — Welcome
10 a.m. — Panel 1: Post-fire policy
11:45 a.m. — Lunch
12:45 p.m. — Panel 2: Science of post-fire recovery
2:30 p.m. — Panel 3: Conservation readiness
3:45 p.m. — Interactive session: What new research and policies are needed?
5 p.m. — Close for the day
5:30 p.m. — Orton…
Friday, September 11, 2026 – Saturday, September 12, 2026.
Friday, Sept. 11 — Herrett Center, College of Southern Idaho (CSI) Campus, Twin Falls
Saturday, Sept. 12 — Rinker Rock Creek Ranch, Blaine County.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. NROTC Battalion Change of Command
The University of Idaho/Washington State University Navy Reserve Officer Training Corps (NROTC) will conduct a change of command ceremony Sept. 11. Captain Eric “Easy” Isaacson, United States Navy, will relieve Captain Scott “Burner” Brunson, United States Navy, as Commanding Officer of the University of Idaho/Washington State NROTC Battalion. Captain Isaacson is a helicopter pilot who has deployed on aircraft carriers during Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom, served as a helicopter combat school Executive Officer, performed duties as an Air Officer on an amphibious landing ship and served the U.S. mission to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) in Brussels, Belgium.
University Location: International Ballroom - Bruce M. Pitman Center - Main Campus.
Friday, September 11, 2026, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Heart Saver First Aid/CPR/AED
Environmental Health and Safety Training
This training is a certified American Heart Association Heart Saver First Aid/CPR/AED Course and is good for two years.
This course does come with a small fee paid for by a department index number.
To register, please contact beaubabcock@uidaho.edu or mligman@uidaho.edu.
University Location: TBD.
Friday, September 11, 2026, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Mental Health First Aid
Vandal Health Education
Mental Health First Aid is a certification program that teaches participants how to recognize and respond to signs of mental health concerns. Participants will complete two hours of self-paced pre-work sent to the participant ahead of the live instructor-led two-part session. Open to employees and students. Part of the Connect Well Designation. Register at go.uidaho.edu/workshops.
University Location: SRC Classroom (SRC 103) - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus. Questions? Amanda Ferstead, amandaf@uidaho.edu.
Friday, September 11, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit vandalsuidaho.sharepoint.com. Vandal Volleyball vs. North Dakota
Friday, September 11, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Riverside, California.
For more info visit govandals.com. Friday Crafternoon: Affirmation Jars
Violence Prevention Programs
Drop-in for Friday Crafternoon at the VPE office to de-stress, hangout and create affirmation jars.
This event is part of Katy Benoit Campus Safety Month, which is a month dedicated to promoting safety, raising awareness and empowering individuals, in memory of U of I student Katy Benoit.
University Location: Violence Prevention Office - 109 - Memorial Gym - Main Campus.
Friday, September 11, 2026, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Education Abroad First-Time Info Session
International Programs Office (IPO)
These info sessions are designed to help you understand more about education abroad options, financing and academic planning, and highlight programs and opportunities you may not have heard about. Attending this info session is the first step toward making your education abroad dreams a reality! Registration required using the online form. Zoom is available for students located outside of Moscow only.
University Location: International Programs Office (IPO) Conference Room - Living Learning Community - Main Campus.
Friday, September 11, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
For more info visit futurevandals.uidaho.edu. Screening of “Michael”
University of Idaho - CLASS
To welcome back to U of I students, the Black Studies Program is sponsoring a screening of the film “Michael.” Admission is free to all U of I students and $8 for others.
University Location: Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre - Moscow.
Friday, September 11, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:10 PM.
Women's Led Backpacking to Hot Springs
Join Outdoor Program for a women's led backpacking trip to Stanley Hot Springs from September 12-13. Cost includes transportation and group equipment. All are welcome; register early to save your spot!
Cost: $65 for U of I students, $85 all others
Required Pre-Trip Meeting: September 9, 5:30 p.m. in the SRC Classroom
Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Saturday, September 12, 2026 – Sunday, September 13, 2026.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Tour of the Palouse
Outdoor Program
Join Outdoor Program for tour of the Palouse! Grab breakfast at the Moscow farmer's market, stand-up paddle board at Spring Valley, enjoy a lunch break, hike on Moscow Mountain and still make it back to Moscow in time for Idaho football — all in one day!
Cost for UI students is $65 and $85 for non-U of I students. *Food cost and football tickets are not included.
There is a required pre-trip meeting at 5:30 p.m. Sept. 10, in the SRC Classroom.
Trip sign-ups start Aug. 19. Unless otherwise specified, the majority of our trips leave between 6-10am and return between 5-7 p.m. Food is not included. Visit Outdoor Program office in the student rec center to sign-up prior to the required pre-trip meeting!
Questions? Contact the Outdoor Program at 208-885-6810 or outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu.
Saturday, September 12, 2026.
SRC Main - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Vandal Volleyball vs. Cal Baptist
Saturday, September 12, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Riverside, California.
For more info visit govandals.com. Tailgate at the Vandal Fan Zone
Alumni Relations
It’s the first home game of the season and the Vandal Fan Zone is the official spot for Vandal tailgates at all home games. You can’t miss us right outside the ICCU Arena before kickoff. Enjoy delicious eats from local food trucks, refreshing beverages, special appearances by the Sound of Idaho Marching Band and Vandal Spirit Squad, plus family activities, games for kids, giveaways and more.
Saturday, September 12, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
In front of ICCU Arena on U of I campus
Moscow, Idaho.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Vandal Run
Enrollment
Vandal Run 2026:Event: 2nd annual Vandal Run, Date: Saturday, September 12, Football: Lamar vs. Idaho Kickoff: 1 p.m. PT, Lineup: 12:30 p.m. Run: Approximately 12:50 p.m. Starting location: Northwest side of the Kibbie Dome, near the new Joe Vandal statue, Experience: Students run into the Kibbie Dome in front of the home crowd before kickoff, T-shirt giveaway: First 100 students receive an exclusive Vandal Run T-shirt, T-shirts provided through the University of Idaho VandalStore sponsored by Kubota, Water: Bottled water provided to participants, donated by Les Schwab.
University Location: Field - P1FCU Kibbie Dome - Main Campus.
Saturday, September 12, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM.
Vandal Football vs. Lamar
Alumni Relations
Saturday, September 12, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
P1FCU Kibbie Dome - Main Campus.
For more info visit govandals.com. Vandal Football Watch Party - Boise
Alumni Relations
Join fellow Vandals and alumni at Parrilla Grill in downtown Boise for a Vandal football watch party! Cheer on the Vandals, enjoy some football and connect with your fellow Vandal fans. 🏈💛🖤
Kick-off: 2 p.m. Mountain time vs. Lamar
Location: Parrilla Grill downtown
501 W. Idaho
Boise, Idaho
Cost to attend: FREE!
Family-friendly
Dress in Vandal gear for $5 Moscow Mules and Sidecars.
Saturday, September 12, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Parrilla Grill downtown
501 W. Idaho
Boise, Idaho.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Vandal Football Watch Party - Garden City, ID
Alumni Relations
Join fellow Vandals and alumni at The Ranch Club in Garden City for a Vandal football watch party! Cheer on the Vandals, enjoy some football and connect with your fellow Vandal fans. 🏈💛🖤
Kick-off: 2 p.m. Mountain time vs. Lamar
Location: The Ranch Club
3544 W Chinden Blvd
Garden City, Idaho
Cost to attend: FREE!
21+ and over only.
Saturday, September 12, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
The Ranch Club
3544 W Chinden Blvd
Garden City, Idaho.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Vandal Football Watch Party - Moscow
Alumni Relations
Join fellow Vandals and alumni at the Corner Club in Moscow for a Vandal football watch party! Cheer on the Vandals, enjoy some football and connect with your fellow Vandal fans. 🏈💛🖤
Kick-off: 1 p.m. Pacific time vs. Lamar
Location: Corner Club
202 S. Main
Moscow, Idaho
Cost to attend: FREE!
21+ and over only.
Saturday, September 12, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Corner Club
202 S. Main
Moscow, Idaho.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Vandal Football Watch Party - Prosser, WA
Alumni Relations
Join fellow Vandals and alumni at Cork and Taps by Domanico Cellars for a Vandal football watch party! Cheer on the Vandals, enjoy some football and connect with your fellow Vandal fans. 🏈💛🖤
Kick-off: 1 p.m. Pacific time vs. Lamar
Location: Cork and Taps by Domanico Cellars
236-D Port Avenue
Prosser, Washington
Cost to attend: FREE!
Family-friendly.
Saturday, September 12, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Cork and Taps by Domanico Cellars
236-D Port Avenue
Prosser, Washington.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Every Brilliant Thing
Theatre Arts
Life is full of momentous events, highs and lows, triumphs and losses, but rarely has such a broad range of universal emotions been captured so lovingly and humorously in such a brilliant, tiny package.
This life-affirming play will make you grin from ear to ear, move you to laughter and at times bring you to tears. By the end, you will want to hug your neighbors, call your loved ones and then put on your favorite piece of music and recount all your blessings.
Admission to "Every Brilliant Thing" is FREE for U of I students and $10 for general audiences. Reserve your ticket now at uitickets.com!
University Location: The Forge Theater - Main Campus.
Saturday, September 12, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
For more info visit uitickets.evenue.net. Every Brilliant Thing
Theatre Arts
Life is full of momentous events, highs and lows, triumphs and losses, but rarely has such a broad range of universal emotions been captured so lovingly and humorously in such a brilliant, tiny package.
This life-affirming play will make you grin from ear to ear, move you to laughter and at times bring you to tears. By the end, you will want to hug your neighbors, call your loved ones and then put on your favorite piece of music and recount all your blessings.
Admission to "Every Brilliant Thing" is FREE for U of I students and $10 for general audiences. Reserve your ticket now at uitickets.com!
University Location: The Forge Theater - Main Campus.
Sunday, September 13, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
For more info visit uitickets.evenue.net. Water Week: Refill, Reclaim - Free Reusable Water Bottles for Students!
Dept. of Student Involvement
Welcome to Water Week! Visit one of our events over the course of the week to learn more about water conservation on the Palouse and beyond!
Monday, Sept. 14 - Refill, Reclaim - Free Reusable Water Bottles for Students!
ISUB Plaza 10am-12pm, Tower Lawn 2-4 p.m.
FREE Reusable Water bottles for students! All water bottles are donated by the University after going unclaimed in the campus lost-and-found! According to the Water Footprint Network, it takes about 1.4 gallons (5.3 liters) of water to produce a typical single-use water or soda bottle. By saving on plastic, you can save on water too!
Tuesday, Sept. 15 - Protecting Paradise Volunteer Event
DSI Lounge (ISUB 3rd Floor) 1-4 p.m.
Volunteer with the SSC to Protect Paradise Creek! Help us place and document “No Dumping” labels on the Storm Drains across campus to remind our community how to keep our water sources clean! Bring your friends, water bottle, and positive attitude to the DSI Lounge anytime between 1pm and 3pm to Volunteer with the SSC! This…
University Location: ISUB Plaza - Main Campus.
Monday, September 14, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit uidaho.campuslabs.com. Water Week: Refill, Reclaim - Free Reusable Water Bottles for Students!
Dept. of Student Involvement
Welcome to Water Week! Visit one of our events over the course of the week to learn more about water conservation on the Palouse and beyond!
Monday, Sept. 14 - Refill, Reclaim - Free Reusable Water Bottles for Students!
ISUB Plaza 10am-12pm, Tower Lawn 2-4 p.m.
FREE Reusable Water bottles for students! All water bottles are donated by the University after going unclaimed in the campus lost-and-found! According to the Water Footprint Network, it takes about 1.4 gallons (5.3 liters) of water to produce a typical single-use water or soda bottle. By saving on plastic, you can save on water too!
Tuesday, Sept. 15 - Protecting Paradise Volunteer Event
DSI Lounge (ISUB 3rd Floor) 1-4 p.m.
Volunteer with the SSC to Protect Paradise Creek! Help us place and document “No Dumping” labels on the Storm Drains across campus to remind our community how to keep our water sources clean! Bring your friends, water bottle, and positive attitude to the DSI Lounge anytime between 1pm and 3pm to Volunteer with the SSC! This…
University Location: Tower Lawn - Theophilus Tower - Main Campus.
Monday, September 14, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
For more info visit uidaho.campuslabs.com. Theatre, Arts & Cultures of Mexico - Summer Study Abroad in Mexico City Info Session
International Programs Office (IPO)
Study abroad in Mexico during Summer 2027. Enroll in THE 4530/5530: Topics in World Theatre History and travel to Mexico City with U of I Theatre Professor Sarah Fogarty-Morrison. Visit museums, and learn about history, culture, food and arts. Optional full day excursion to Teotihuacan. Registration suggested for the info sessions using the online form.
Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/9245116585.
Monday, September 14, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
For more info visit futurevandals.uidaho.edu. Graduate Student Essentials - Tools and Tips for Literature Reviews
College of Graduate Studies
This workshop will offer tools and advice for researching, organizing, and writing literature reviews. The process of composing literature reviews will be demystified, and citation managers and research matrices will be introduced to participants. Ample time will be given for participant questions and concerns.
During this workshop, participants will: Discover tools to assist in the creation of literature reviews, Explore the hidden work required to create literature reviews, Situate the importance of literature reviews in scholarship writ large and their own research, This workshop will be held in the First Floor Classroom (Library room 120) and live via Zoom. Please register to attend via the link.
University Location: 101 - Library - Main Campus.
Monday, September 14, 2026, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
For more info visit libcal.uidaho.edu. Education Abroad First-Time Info Session
International Programs Office (IPO)
These info sessions are designed to help you understand more about education abroad options, financing and academic planning, and highlight programs and opportunities you may not have heard about. Attending this info session is the first step toward making your education abroad dreams a reality! Registration required using the online form. Zoom is available for students located outside of Moscow only.
University Location: International Programs Office (IPO) Conference Room - Living Learning Community - Main Campus.
Monday, September 14, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
For more info visit futurevandals.uidaho.edu. European Politics Experience - Summer Study Abroad in Germany Info Session
International Programs Office (IPO)
Study abroad in Germany during Summer 2027. Enroll in POLS 4040: European Politics Experience - Mapping the New German Right, and travel to multiple German cities with U of I Political Science Professor Florian Justwan. Journey through the country at the center of Europe's political transformation. From Berlin to Dresden, Regensburg, and Munich, you'll investigate the rise of the Alternative fur Deutschland (AfD) and the broader far-right movement reshaping German and European politics.
University Location: 225 - Administration Building - Main Campus.
Monday, September 14, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit futurevandals.uidaho.edu. Madrid - Summer Study Abroad in Spain Info Session
International Programs Office (IPO)
Study abroad in Spain during Summer 2027. Enroll in HIST 4530: Studying History in an International Setting, and travel to Madrid with U of I History Professor Alyson Roy. Explore Madrid neighborhoods and museums, and visit ancient Roman sites, and Segovia, Toledo, and Salamanca. Participate in a community service project and learn about Spanish cuisine during a cooking workshop. Registration required for the info sessions at 5 p.m. on Sept. 14 and Oct. 1 in the International Programs Office using the online form.
University Location: International Programs Office (IPO) Conference Room - Living Learning Community - Main Campus.
Monday, September 14, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit futurevandals.uidaho.edu. Lost Rivers Grazing Academy
Research
Are you a producer or livestock professional looking to enhance your gazing-management skills, increase your animal units and net income, and improve productivity? Register now for the Lost Rivers Grazing Academy in Marsing/Homedale on Sept. 15-18. The Academy was developed by faculty of UI Extension, many of whom will serve as the course instructors.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026 – Friday, September 18, 2026.
Marsing/Homedale, Idaho.
For more info visit docs.google.com. CETL Coffee Hour: Grounds for Learning
CETL
Join CETL for our weekly Coffee Hour, every other Tuesday from 9:30 to 10:30am at the CETL main center (ED 220, Education Building, Second Floor). These informal sessions offer an opportunity for faculty and staff to connect, exchange ideas, and engage in conversation around rotating topics led by campus colleagues.
University Location: ED 220 - Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning - College of Education, Health and Human Sciences - Main Campus.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM.
For more info visit vandalsuidaho.sharepoint.com. QPR Suicide Prevention Training
Vandal Health Education
QPR stands for Question, Persuade and Refer. Join Vandal Health Education for this evidenced-based, 1.5 hour training program to help faculty, staff and students recognize and respond to someone who may be in a mental health crisis and thinking about suicide. Participants will learn how to: recognize the warning signs of suicide, offer hope, and get help and save a life. Part of the Connect Well Designation. This training will be held via Zoom. Register at go.uidaho.edu/workshops.
Questions? Amanda Ferstead, amandaf@uidaho.edu.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
For more info visit vandalsuidaho.sharepoint.com. Connecting with Department Faculty, Staff, and Graduate Students in Physics
University of Idaho - SCI
Dean Carney will meet with Faculty, Staff, and Graduate Students in the Physics Department.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Engineering Physics 311.
2026 Water Resources Fall Seminar Series
College of Graduate Studies
The IWRRI’s Water Resources Seminar Series is a graduate-level class that is open to the public. The series features researchers and water professionals discussing topics related to Idaho’s water, including snowpack, drought, snow modeling, ecology and groundwater resources.
The Water Resources Seminar Series is open to all interested professionals, legislators, water supply managers, local government representatives, attorneys, students and interested public.
It occurs for one hour on Tuesdays, September through the beginning of December, with no talk on Nov. 24 for Thanksgiving Break.
Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/s/86571928806.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
For more info visit iwrri.uidaho.edu. Water Week: Protecting Paradise Volunteer Event
Dept. of Student Involvement
Welcome to Water Week! Visit one of our events over the course of the week to learn more about water conservation on the Palouse and beyond!
Tuesday, Sept. 15 - Protecting Paradise Volunteer Event
DSI Lounge (ISUB 3rd Floor) 1-4 p.m.
Volunteer with the SSC to Protect Paradise Creek! Help us place and document “No Dumping” labels on the Storm Drains across campus to remind our community how to keep our water sources clean! Bring your friends, water bottle, and positive attitude to the DSI Lounge anytime between 1pm and 3pm to Volunteer with the SSC! This event is a great way to earn up to 4 hours of community service without leaving campus!
Wednesday, Sept. 16 - Aqua Fest
ISUB Plaza 1-3 p.m.
Come celebrate local water conservation efforts with Community Organizations, Student Clubs, and the SSC at AQUA FEST! Learn about water conservation on the Palouse, get involved with local conservation groups and learn tips for saving more water! Games, prizes, music, water conservation and fun!
Thursday, Sept.…
University Location: Department of Student Involvement - Room 302 - Idaho Student Union Building - Main Campus.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
For more info visit uidaho.campuslabs.com. Eat Well. Move More. Sleep Better.
Benefits Events
Join the Employee Assistance Program for a free webinar that explores how small, consistent changes in nutrition, movement and sleep can improve your overall health and vitality. The webinar will cover the basics of eating for energy, how to overcome barriers to healthy eating and practical tips for sleep hygiene and adding movement to your daily routine.
Participate Online: https://www.bigmarker.com/workplace-options/eat-well-move-more-sleep-better-university-of-idaho-training-id-208127.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit www.bigmarker.com. Education Abroad First-Time Info Session
International Programs Office (IPO)
These info sessions are designed to help you understand more about education abroad options, financing and academic planning, and highlight programs and opportunities you may not have heard about. Attending this info session is the first step toward making your education abroad dreams a reality! Registration required using the online form. Zoom is available for students located outside of Moscow only.
University Location: International Programs Office (IPO) Conference Room - Living Learning Community - Main Campus.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
For more info visit futurevandals.uidaho.edu. Faculty Senate Meeting
Faculty Senate Meeting.
University Location: ALB 311 - J. A. Albertson - Main Campus. Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/89083180720.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
Grants and Funding Opportunities
You are invited to join the Grants and Funding Opportunities session, part of the International Graduate Student Essentials Series.
Join in person or via Zoom:
https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/82325811873, Meeting ID: 823 2581 1873
Hope to see you then!
University Location: International Programs Office (IPO) Conference Room - Living Learning Community - Main Campus. Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/82325811873.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
For more info visit uidaho.campuslabs.com. International Graduate Student Essentials: Grants and Fellowships
College of Graduate Studies
The International Graduate Student Essentials series covers the topics most important to international graduate students: funding, working after graduate school, and other similar topics.
Curious about how to get a grant or fellowship? Come to this program, where we will cover the typical application process, tips and tricks to improve your applications, and how to look for grants and fellowships. Come with any questions you have.
University Location: International Programs Office (IPO) Conference Room - Living Learning Community - Main Campus. Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/88099485437.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
For more info visit futurevandals.uidaho.edu. Culture & Environment in France - Spring Break Study Abroad Info Session
International Programs Office (IPO)
Study abroad in France during Spring Break 2027. Enroll in FLEN 4040: Experiencing French Culture, and travel to Paris and Pau with U of I French Professor Sarah Nelson. Explore famous sites in Paris before departing for Pau by train. Experience the city with more green space per inhabitant than any other European city, visit the Chateau de Pau, learn about sustainability efforts in France, and visit the Basque coast! Registration required for the info session at 4 p.m. Sept. 15, in Admin 320 using the online form.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
For more info visit futurevandals.uidaho.edu. A11y Idaho - Open Hours
Join the Zoom meeting to get your questions about accessibility answered.
Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/meeting/register/6KkAkSMUSVqpyj8Pnf2GuA#/registration.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM.
For more info visit uidaho.zoom.us. Connecting with Department Faculty, Staff, and Graduate Students in Biological Sciences
University of Idaho - SCI
Dean Carney will meet with Faculty, Staff, and Graduate Students in the Biological Sciences Department.
University Location: LIFE 254 - Life Sciences South (LSS) - Main Campus.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Mental Health Series: Making Friends in Grad School
College of Graduate Studies
The Mental Health Series is designed to address the common mental health topics relevant to graduate students. Topics include maintaining healthy relationships, as well as dealing with stress and anxiety.
Graduate school research and studies can be inherently isolating, making it incredibly tough to build a social circle. This workshop tackles that challenge head-on. Discover practical strategies to break out of your shell, leverage supportive community-based settings, and build meaningful friendships that will help support you throughout your graduate school journey and beyond.
Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/86484425697.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
For more info visit futurevandals.uidaho.edu. Weekly Vandal Lunches at Louie's in Meridian
Alumni Relations
Join fellow Vandals each Wednesday for the Vandal Luncheons at Vandal-owned Louie’s in Meridian!
📅 Every Wednesday | 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
📍 Louie’s in Meridian, 2500 E. Fairview, Meridian, Idaho
🏈 Through the 2026 Vandal Football Season
Enjoy lunch and connect with fellow Vandal fans and alumni. Hear from guest speakers each week, Get an inside look at what’s happening across Vandal Athletics, Get insights and exciting news about Vandal sports teams! Come for the conversation, stay for the Vandal spirit and bring a friend!
Hosted by the West Ada Vandal Excellence Fund
Go Vandals! 💛🖤.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
Louie’s Pizza and Italian Restaurant
2500 E. Fairview
Meridian, Idaho.
For more info visit govandals.com. Wednesday Mindfulness Drop-in
University of Idaho - CLASS
Gentle, supportive, anyone-can-do-it mindfulness practice to support nervous system, focus, and overall well-being. Every week. All are welcome. No experience needed.
Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/344259873.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 12:00 PM – 12:20 PM.
For more info visit uidaho.zoom.us. COBRE/INBRE Research Seminar
Join us for the COBRE/INBRE research seminar at the Food Research Center, room 201, or online. Hear from guest speaker Tracy Adkins, MSN, assistant professor, Lewis-Clark State College on applied compassion: empathy neurobiology and health care.
**RSVP required for in person attendance womenshealth@uidaho.edu.
University Location: Food Research Center (FRC). Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/85951127117.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
Resumes & Cover Letters
Career Services
This session will cover essential elements of resumes and cover letters, as well as provide insights into tailoring these documents to specific opportunities, ensuring you can effectively showcase your qualifications and enhance your job search success.
Join in person - ISUB 329
Join via Zoom - https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/88957955554
Vandal Career Workshops - Workshop series offered in-person and virtual for all students throughout the semester. $500 scholarship opportunity each time students attend.
University Location: ISUB 329 - Career Services Conference Room - Idaho Student Union Building - Main Campus. Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/88957955554.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:15 PM.
For more info visit uidaho.joinhandshake.com. Biological Sciences Seminar: Jeffrey Good, PhD.; University of Montana
Biological Sciences
This week's departmental seminar is presented by Dr. Jeffrey Good of the University of Montana: “The Evolution of Seasonal Camouflage.”.
University Location: LIFE 277 - Life Sciences South (LSS) - Main Campus.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM.
For more info visit www.thegoodlab.org. Water Week: Aqua Fest
Dept. of Student Involvement
Welcome to Water Week! Visit one of our events over the course of the week to learn more about water conservation on the Palouse and beyond!
Wednesday, Sept. 16 - Aqua Fest
ISUB Plaza 1-3 p.m.
Come celebrate local water conservation efforts with Community Organizations, Student Clubs, and the SSC at AQUA FEST! Learn about water conservation on the Palouse, get involved with local conservation groups and learn tips for saving more water! Games, prizes, music, water conservation and fun!
Thursday, Sept. 17 - Protecting Paradise Volunteer Event
DSI Lounge (ISUB 3rd Floor) 1-4 p.m.
Volunteer with the SSC to Protect Paradise Creek! Help us place and document “No Dumping” labels on the Storm Drains across campus to remind our community how to keep our water sources clean! Bring your friends, water bottle, and positive attitude to the DSI Lounge anytime between 1pm and 3pm to Volunteer with the SSC! This event is a great way to earn up to 4 hours of community service without leaving campus!
Friday, Sept. 18…
University Location: ISUB Plaza - Main Campus.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
For more info visit uidaho.campuslabs.com. Criminology in Chile Summer Study Abroad Info Session
International Programs Office (IPO)
Study abroad in Chile during Summer 2027. Enroll in CRIM 4640 and/or CRIM 4909 and travel to Santiago with U of I Professors Kristine Levan and Joseph DeAngelis. Experience Chile's criminal justice system through visits to the Supreme Court, Carabineros de Chile station house, a prison, museums, and more! Includes an overnight trip to Valparaiso and Vina del Mar. Regitration required for the info session at 3:30 p.m. on Sept. 16 in Phinney Hall 102 using the online form.
University Location: 102 - Archie Phinney Hall - Main Campus. Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/my/deangelis.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
For more info visit futurevandals.uidaho.edu. Resumes & Cover Letters
Career Services
This session will cover essential elements of resumes and cover letters, as well as provide insights into tailoring these documents to specific opportunities, ensuring you can effectively showcase your qualifications and enhance your job search success.
Join in person - ISUB 329
Join via Zoom - https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/88957955554
Vandal Career Workshops - Workshop series offered in-person and virtual for all students throughout the semester. $500 scholarship opportunity each time students attend.
University Location: ISUB 329 - Career Services Conference Room - Idaho Student Union Building - Main Campus. Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/88957955554.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM.
For more info visit uidaho.joinhandshake.com. Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Info Session
International Programs Office (IPO)
Are you a Pell Grant recipient looking to fund your education abroad experience? Attend this info session to learn how you can apply for the Gilman Scholarship and win up to $5,000 to study abroad. Registration required using the online form.
University Location: International Programs Office (IPO) Conference Room - Living Learning Community - Main Campus.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
For more info visit futurevandals.uidaho.edu. Hands on Cooking Class: Guac and Roll
Vandal Health Education
Join Vandal Health Education in the Carmelita Spencer Foods Lab to make grilled chicken tacos and guacamole for this free Hands on Cooking session.
Learn how to build balanced, satisfying meals while exploring how to cook a variety of ingredients. No experience needed. Bring your curiosity, to-go containers, and your appetite! Limited Seating. Registration required.
This free program is open to all UI students, faculty, and staff, and is part of Vandal Health Education's COBRE Workshop & Cooking series, and is made possible support from COBRE Nutrition Women's Health Grant.
University Location: Niccolls 103 - Niccolls Building - Main Campus. Questions? Amanda Ferstead, amandaf@uidaho.edu.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
For more info visit uidaho.co1.qualtrics.com. College of Science - Welcome Back Picnic!
University of Idaho - SCI
All College of Science students, faculty, staff and their family members, are invited to attend the welcome back picnic. Enjoy a fun evening in the park with members of the College of Science community. Dinner will be provided. Please watch your email for more information on the event and to submit your RSVP.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Ghormley Park, Picnic Shelter
(504 Home Street, Moscow, ID 83843).
Open Kayak Pool Session
Outdoor Program
Drop-in and practice your kayaking skills with Outdoor Program's kayak community. Kayak pool sessions are a great way to start your whitewater education.
Cost for all participants is $10 per session, cash or check only. Cost includes kayak equipment rental at the pool.
Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Shallow Pool - Swimming Center - Main Campus.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Registration Closes for Intramural Pickleball
Intramurals
Fall Session 1 Intramural Pickleball registration closes at 11:59 p.m. on September 17. Pickleball is available to play as doubles.
Intramural Pickleball season runs Sept. 20 to Oct. 18, and matches are played on the Admin Tennis Courts. IM Unlimited Play Pass, a one-time $30 fee for intramural sports participation for the semester, is required for participation.
Questions? Contact Peyton Teevens, pteevens@uidaho.edu.
Participate Online: https://www.imleagues.com/Idaho.
Thursday, September 17, 2026.
For more info visit www.imleagues.com. Registration Closes for Intramural Tennis
Intramurals
Fall Session 1 Intramural Tennis registration closes at 11:59 p.m. on September 17. Tennis is available to play as open doubles.
Intramural Tennis season runs Sept. 20 to Oct. 18, and matches are played on the Admin Tennis Courts. IM Unlimited Play Pass, a one-time $30 fee for intramural sports participation for the semester, is required for participation.
Questions? Contact Peyton Teevens, pteevens@uidaho.edu.
Participate Online: https://www.imleagues.com/Idaho.
Thursday, September 17, 2026.
For more info visit www.imleagues.com. Registration closes for Cornhole Intramural Sports
Intramurals
Fall Session 1 Intramural Sports Cornhole registration closes at 11:59 p.m. Cornhole is available to play as either Doubles or Unified Sport.
Unified Sports creates opportunities for individuals of all abilities to play, compete and build meaningful connections by participating together on the same team. Intramural Sports is partnering with Special Olympics of Idaho for the Unified Sports Cornhole division.
Doubles Cornhole and Unified Sports Cornhole seasons run Sept. 20 to Oct. 18, and games are played on the SRC Lawn. IM Unlimited Play Pass, a one-time $30 fee for intramural sports participation for the semester, is required for participation.
Questions? Contact Peyton Teevens, pteevens@uidaho.edu.
Thursday, September 17, 2026.
For more info visit www.imleagues.com. Professional Development Initiative: Promoting Your Personal Brand
College of Graduate Studies
The Professional Development Initiative (PDI) includes events, workshops, and classes intended to provide opportunities to promote the academic and professional success of graduate students, postdocs, and other early career trainees.
Do you want employers to notice you more? Come to this workshop, where we will discuss how to cultivate a style that will get make your professional profile unique and attractive to employers.
Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/82483887342.
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
For more info visit futurevandals.uidaho.edu. Remediate with Friends
CETL
Faculty and staff are invited to CETL's Remediate with Friends, a weekly drop-in working session held Thursdays from 11a-12p in ED 220. Bring whatever you are wrestling with: a scanned PDF that will not cooperate, a syllabus that needs restructuring (or created!), a Canvas page flagged by Ally, or simply questions about where to start. You will get hands-on help alongside colleagues and accessibility staff, and you will leave with progress made rather than another item added to your list. Cannot make Thursdays? Student Accessibility Assistant (SAA) support is available 8a-4p, Monday through Friday, for individual remediation help throughout the week.
University Location: ED 220 - Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning - College of Education, Health and Human Sciences - Main Campus.
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit vandalsuidaho.sharepoint.com. ACMS Masterclass: Rachel Barton Pine
Auditorium Chamber Music Series
Internationally acclaimed violinist, Rachel Barton Pine, will give a workshop for strings and a masterclass for violin and viola. Free to attend. Counts as MUSX140 recital attendance “Faculty/Guest.”
Violin & Viola masterclass at 1 p.m.
Workshop with Rachel Barton Pine at 1:50 p.m.
Questions? Contact chmusic@uidaho.edu
Hosted by the Auditorium Chamber Music Series.
University Location: 216 - Lionel Hampton School of Music - Main Campus.
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:20 PM.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Water Week: Protecting Paradise Volunteer Event
Dept. of Student Involvement
Welcome to Water Week! Visit one of our events over the course of the week to learn more about water conservation on the Palouse and beyond!
Thursday, Sept. 17 - Protecting Paradise Volunteer Event
DSI Lounge (ISUB 3rd Floor) 1-4 p.m.
Volunteer with the SSC to Protect Paradise Creek! Help us place and document “No Dumping” labels on the Storm Drains across campus to remind our community how to keep our water sources clean! Bring your friends, water bottle, and positive attitude to the DSI Lounge anytime between 1pm and 3pm to Volunteer with the SSC! This event is a great way to earn up to 4 hours of community service without leaving campus!
Friday, Sept. 18 - Swim-Up Movie
U of I Swim Center 7-10 p.m.
Join the SSC and Vandal Entertainment for a Swim-up movie! Grab your friends and come enjoy 3 hours of Free Swim while the film, [TBD MOVIE] plays. Floaties will be available for students to borrow as supplies last. Bring your floaties and your friends to learn more about our water resources while enjoying…
University Location: Department of Student Involvement - Room 302 - Idaho Student Union Building - Main Campus.
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
For more info visit uidaho.campuslabs.com. ACMS Masterclass: Matthew Hagle
Auditorium Chamber Music Series
Celebrated pianist, Matthew Hagle, will give a masterclass for piano. Free to attend. Counts as MUSX140 Recital Attendance “Faculty/Guest.”
Questions? Contact chmusic@uidaho.edu
Hosted by the Auditorium Chamber Music Series.
University Location: Haddock Performance Hall - Lionel Hampton School of Music - Main Campus.
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Office of Undergrad Research - Info Session
CETL
You’re an art student with a passion for sculpture. You’re a biology student fascinated with DNA. You’re a political science student riveted by the Middle East. No matter your major, you can pursue your interests, enhance your skills and expand your education by participating in research and creative activity as an undergraduate. Welcome to the Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) intranet site! Here, current students and faculty can find information about funding opportunities, past and ongoing undergraduate research projects, and more.
University Location: IRIC 321 - Integrated Research and Innovation Center - Main Campus.
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
For more info visit vandalsuidaho.sharepoint.com. Virtual Vandal Onboarding
Created for University of Idaho employees who work at a location outside of Moscow, an online Vandal Onboarding session will take place over Zoom. This interactive session is a chance to connect with the culture, values and traditions that shape our work at U of I. Whether you’re new to the university or simply want a refresher, this session will highlight how we support student success together.
RSVP by Wednesday, September 16, through the link sent by email. Attendees will receive a gift from the Vandal Onboarding Committee upon completion of the session. Email welcome@uidaho.edu with questions.
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Get Dirty with the Soil Stewards
Dept. of Student Involvement
On Thursdays from 4:00 - 6:00 PM Get Dirty at the UI Soil Stewards Farm by helping water, weed, and harvest organic crops!
Join the SSC and Soil Stewards to learn more about small organic farms, make new friends, and get your hands in the dirt! You may even get to take some fresh produce home with you! Please bring water, sun protection and closed-toed shoes! Events will be held every Thursday in September and then into October as the weather allows!
September dates: 3rd, 10th, 17th & 24th
October dates: 1st & 8th
Register through GivePulse to make tracking your service hours easier:
Hosted by: Soil Stewards, Student Sustainability Cooperative (SSC)
Additional Information can be found at: https://uidaho.campuslabs.com/engage/event/12574065.
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Soil Stewards Student Farm.
For more info visit uidaho.campuslabs.com. Vandal Volleyball vs. New Orleans
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
New Orleans, Louisiana.
For more info visit govandals.com. Outdoor Photography Workshop
Join the Outdoor Program for a two-hour free workshop to learn how to take epic photos outside with your phone or camera. Please bring your phone or camera with you.
University Location: SRC Classroom (SRC 103) - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus.
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Vandal Happy Hour at Hamley Steakhouse and Saloon
Alumni Relations
The Vandals are headed to the Pendleton Roundup again this year and would love for you to join us!
Get your discounted tickets today to sit in the Vandal section for the rodeo starting at 1:15 p.m. Pacific time Thursday, Sept. 17. Then head to Hamley Steakhouse Cattle Baron Room at 5:30 p.m. for a Vandal Happy Hour with a no-host bar, delicious food and plenty of Vandal spirit! (For Vandals and friends 21 and older.)
Purchase Rodeo Tickets (Password: Vandals) — Tickets are $32 each, fees included.
Note: Thursday is kids’ day. Call the box office at 541-612-3421 for kids' pricing. RSVP for Happy Hour — $20 per person with a no-host bar. Where:Pendleton Round-Up Stadium — 1330 SW Court Ave. Pendleton, Oregon, Hamley Steakhouse and Saloon — 8 SE Court Ave. Pendleton, Oregon.
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Hamley Steakhouse and Saloon
8 SE. Court Ave.
Pendleton, OR.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Vandal Women's Soccer at San Francisco
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
San Francisco, California.
For more info visit govandals.com. Katy Benoit Campus Safety Forum: Take Back the Night
Vandal Health Education
Join this powerful evening of solidarity, storytelling and support to raise awareness of interpersonal violence and honor survivors. The evening will include a keynote followed by a silent march around campus.
University Location: JEB 104 - Janssen Engineering Building - Main Campus. Questions? Katrina Critchfield, kcritchfield@uidaho.edu.
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. ACMS presents Rachel Barton Pine & Matthew Hagle
Auditorium Chamber Music Series
Internationally acclaimed violinist Rachel Barton Pine joins pianist Matthew Hagle for an evening of virtuosic chamber music. Celebrated for their expressive artistry and thoughtful interpretations, the duo brings together technical brilliance, musical depth, and a passion for both beloved masterworks and distinctive repertoire.
Hosted by the Auditorium Chamber Music Series.
Tickets at uitickets.com or at the door (card only).
University Location: Auditorium - Administration Building - Main Campus.
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Vandal Cross Country vs. Montana Invite
Friday, September 18, 2026.
Missoula, Montana.
For more info visit govandals.com. Mental Health First Aid
Vandal Health Education
Mental Health First Aid is a certification program that teaches participants how to recognize and respond to signs of mental health concerns. Participants will complete two hours of self-paced pre-work sent to the participant ahead of the live instructor-led two-part session. Open to employees and students. Part of the Connect Well Designation. Register at go.uidaho.edu/workshops.
University Location: SRC Classroom (SRC 103) - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus. Questions? Amanda Ferstead, amandaf@uidaho.edu.
Friday, September 18, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit vandalsuidaho.sharepoint.com. Vandal Volleyball vs. Florida A&M
Friday, September 18, 2026, 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
New Orleans, Louisiana.
For more info visit govandals.com. Education Abroad First-Time Info Session
International Programs Office (IPO)
These info sessions are designed to help you understand more about education abroad options, financing and academic planning, and highlight programs and opportunities you may not have heard about. Attending this info session is the first step toward making your education abroad dreams a reality! Registration required using the online form. Zoom is available for students located outside of Moscow only.
University Location: International Programs Office (IPO) Conference Room - Living Learning Community - Main Campus.
Friday, September 18, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
For more info visit futurevandals.uidaho.edu. COBRE Nutrition Analytics Core Laboratory grand opening
University of Idaho - CALS
Join us for tours, demonstrations, light refreshments and giveaways to celebrate the COBRE Nutrition Analytics Core Laboratory grand opening. A formal presentation begins at 4 p.m. See the newest core laboratory at the University of Idaho in the Food Research Center (FRC), 860 W Idaho Ave. 2nd floor.
Friday, September 18, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Food Research Center (FRC)
860 W Idaho Ave.
Moscow, ID 83843.
Poetry Reading by Naturalist Elizabeth Bradfield
University of Idaho - CLASS
Author and Naturalist Elizabeth Bradfield reads from her new poetry collection, "SOFAR," as part of the Creative Writing Program's Visiting Writers Series. Join us on Friday, Sept 18th, at the 1912 Center's Lecompte Auditorium. Books for sale by BookPeople of Moscow. Free and open to the public. A book signing and Q&A will follow the event.
University Location: 1912 Center - Moscow.
Friday, September 18, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Tabletop Gaming Club Social Night
Dept. of Student Involvement
Hang out and have PIZZA every Friday with different card and board games
Hosted by: Tabletop Gaming Club
Additional Information can be found at: https://uidaho.campuslabs.com/engage/event/12588607.
Friday, September 18, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
LLC #2 Trout Room.
For more info visit uidaho.campuslabs.com. Water Week: Swim-Up Movie
Dept. of Student Involvement
Welcome to Water Week! Visit one of our events over the course of the week to learn more about water conservation on the Palouse and beyond!
Thursday, Sept. 17 - Protecting Paradise Volunteer Event
DSI Lounge (ISUB 3rd Floor) 1-4 p.m.
Volunteer with the SSC to Protect Paradise Creek! Help us place and document “No Dumping” labels on the Storm Drains across campus to remind our community how to keep our water sources clean! Bring your friends, water bottle, and positive attitude to the DSI Lounge anytime between 1pm and 3pm to Volunteer with the SSC! This event is a great way to earn up to 4 hours of community service without leaving campus!
Friday, Sept. 18 - Swim-Up Movie
U of I Swim Center 7-10 p.m.
Join the SSC and Vandal Entertainment for a Swim-up movie! Grab your friends and come enjoy 3 hours of Free Swim while the film, [TBD MOVIE] plays. Floaties will be available for students to borrow as supplies last. Bring your floaties and your friends to learn more about our water resources while enjoying…
University Location: Department of Student Involvement - Room 302 - Idaho Student Union Building - Main Campus.
Friday, September 18, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
For more info visit uidaho.campuslabs.com. Bikepacking in Payette Forest
Go bikepacking for a weekend in the Payette Forest and learn everything you need to know with Outdoor Program to go on your own bikepacking adventures! You need to have your own mountain bike and safety gear (helmet and lights). Cost includes bikepacking bags, transportation, group equipment and instruction. Register early to save your spot!
Cost: $75 for U of I students, $90 all others
Required Pre-Trip Meeting: September 16, 5:30 p.m. in the SRC Classroom
Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Saturday, September 19, 2026 – Sunday, September 20, 2026.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Canoeing at Priest Lake
Outdoor Program
Head up North with Outdoor Program for a weekend of scenic canoeing on Priest Lake from Sept. 19-20. Register early to save your spot!
Cost: $120 for UI students, $160 all others
Required Pre-Trip Meeting: 5:30 p.m. Sept. 15
Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Saturday, September 19, 2026 – Sunday, September 20, 2026.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Vandal Volleyball vs. Cal State Fullerton
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
New Orleans, Louisiana.
For more info visit govandals.com. Postdoctoral and Researcher Association Troy Bike Ride
Dept. of Student Involvement
Enjoy some fresh air with a bike ride from Moscow to Troy as part of the National Postdoctoral Appreciation Week 2026 program organized by U of I’s Postdoctoral and Researcher Association.
The Latah Trail is fully paved. It is 12 miles each way, for a total of 24 miles. Meet at 9 a.m. in front of the SRC to ride to Troy. Once there, there’s an option to stop for brunch/lunch at Hawtplate before biking back to Moscow. The group plans to return by 2 p.m. at the latest.
Find more information at postdoc@uidaho.edu. Marta Basso: mbasso@uidaho.edu; Juan Sereno: jserenom@uidaho.edu.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
We'll meet at 9:00 AM in front of the REC building and ride together to Troy.
For more info visit sites.google.com. Tailgate at the Vandal Fan Zone
Alumni Relations
Join us at the Vandal Fan Zone before the Vandals take on Abilene Christian. The Vandal Fan Zone is the official spot for Vandal tailgates at all home games. You can’t miss us right outside the ICCU Arena two hours before kickoff. Enjoy delicious eats from local food trucks, refreshing beverages, special appearances by the Sound of Idaho Marching Band and Vandal Spirit Squad, plus family activities, games for kids, giveaways and more.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
In front of ICCU Arena on U of I campus
Moscow, Idaho.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. The Joe Jog in Caldwell (rescheduled)
Alumni Relations
The Joe Jog is back!
After postponing The Joe Jog due to poor air quality, we’re excited to bring it back on Saturday, Sept. 19 — and this time, we’re adding even more Vandal fun to the day!
So grab your running shoes and rally your crew for The Joe Jog, sponsored by Shu’s Idaho Running Company from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Mallard Park in Caldwell. Then stick around for a Vandal football watch party at 2 p.m. at White Dog Brewing in Caldwell.
Whether you’re ready to jog, take a leisurely stroll or prefer to cheer on fellow Vandals from the sidelines, this family-friendly event is all about community, fun and celebrating the black and gold together.
Already registered for the original date?
Your registration will automatically transfer to the Sept. 19
event!
We just ask that you RSVP to let us know you’ll be joining us.
Haven’t registered yet? Secure your spot by Sept. 9.
Adults: $20
Kids 12 and younger: $10
RSVP: thejoejog20262.eventbrite.com
Your registration includes:Official race bib, Custom…
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM.
Mallard Park (take the entrance off of W. Orchard Avenue)
15200 S. 10th St.
Caldwell, Idaho.
For more info visit thejoejog20262.eventbrite.com. Vandal Football vs. Abilene Christian
Alumni Relations
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
P1FCU Kibbie Dome - Main Campus.
For more info visit govandals.com. Vandal Football Watch Party - Boise
Alumni Relations
Join fellow Vandals and alumni at Parrilla Grill in downtown Boise for a Vandal football watch party! Cheer on the Vandals, enjoy some football and connect with your fellow Vandal fans. 🏈💛🖤
Kick-off: 2 p.m. Mountain time vs. Abiliene Christian
Location: Parrilla Grill downtown
501 W. Idaho
Boise, Idaho
Cost to attend: FREE!
Family-friendly
Dress in Vandal gear for $5 Moscow Mules and Sidecars.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Parrilla Grill downtown
501 W. Idaho
Boise, Idaho.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Vandal Football Watch Party - Caldwell
Alumni Relations
Join fellow Vandals and alumni at White Dog Brewing Co. in Caldwell for a Vandal football watch party! Cheer on the Vandals, enjoy some football and connect with your fellow Vandal fans. 🏈💛🖤
Kick-off: 2 p.m. Mountain time vs. Abilene Christian
Location: White Dog Brewing Co.
712 Arthur Street
Caldwell, Idaho
Cost to attend: FREE!
Family-friendly.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
White Dog Brewing Co.
712 Arthur Street
Caldwell, Idaho.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Vandal Football Watch Party - Garden City, ID
Alumni Relations
Join fellow Vandals and alumni at The Ranch Club in Garden City for a Vandal football watch party! Cheer on the Vandals, enjoy some football and connect with your fellow Vandal fans. 🏈💛🖤
Kick-off: 2 p.m. Mountain time vs. Abilene Christian
Location: The Ranch Club
3544 W Chinden Blvd
Garden City, Idaho
Cost to attend: FREE!
21+ and over only.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
The Ranch Club
3544 W Chinden Blvd
Garden City, Idaho.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Vandal Football Watch Party - Moscow
Alumni Relations
Join fellow Vandals and alumni at the Corner Club in Moscow for a Vandal football watch party! Cheer on the Vandals, enjoy some football and connect with your fellow Vandal fans. 🏈💛🖤
Kick-off: 1 p.m. Pacific time vs. Abilene Christian
Location: Corner Club
202 S. Main
Moscow, Idaho
Cost to attend: FREE!
21+ and over only.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Corner Club
202 S. Main
Moscow, Idaho.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Vandal Football Watch Party - Prosser, WA
Alumni Relations
Join fellow Vandals and alumni at Cork and Taps by Domanico Cellars for a Vandal football watch party! Cheer on the Vandals, enjoy some football and connect with your fellow Vandal fans. 🏈💛🖤
Kick-off: 1 p.m. Pacific time vs. Abilene Christian
Location: Cork and Taps by Domanico Cellars
236-D Port Avenue
Prosser, Washington
Cost to attend: FREE!
Family-friendly.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Cork and Taps by Domanico Cellars
236-D Port Avenue
Prosser, Washington.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Vandal Women's Soccer at UC Davis
Sunday, September 20, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Davis, California.
For more info visit govandals.com. Sing for Unity (Vandaleers & Palouse Choral Society)
Lionel Hampton School of Music
Join the LHSOM for "Sing with Unity," featuring the Vandaleers and the Palouse Choral Society.
MUSX 1400: AD.
University Location: Auditorium - Administration Building - Main Campus.
Sunday, September 20, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
WWAMI classes begin for second year students
Registrar
Monday, September 21, 2026.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Responding to Disclosures of Interpersonal Violence
Vandal Health Education
Violence Prevention and Education will lead attendees through a 90-minute training Zoom session on handling disclosures of interpersonal violence from students. Participants will gain understanding of obligations as a university employee, increase knowledge of barriers students may face regarding these issues, knowledge of resources and referrals and after-the-fact self-care. Pre-registration is required and available via Bridge.
This training is part of Katy Benoit Campus Safety Month, which is a month dedicated to promoting safety, raising awareness and empowering individuals, in memory of U of I student Katy Benoit.
Questions? Contact Katrina Critchfield, kcritchfield@uidaho.edu. Participate Online: https://uidaho.bridgeapp.com/learner/training/5a47315e/sessions/4127/enroll.
Monday, September 21, 2026, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Open Forums for Director of Career and Academic Support Services
Career Services
Participate in open forums for the director of career and academic support services. The forums will be held:Sept. 8, 9 a.m. Vandal Ballroom, Sept 10, 10 a.m. Vandal Ballroom, Sept 21, 10 a.m. Vandal Ballroom, Sept 22, 10 a.m. Vandal Ballroom, A zoom link for those located off the Moscow campus may be requested by emailing sem@uidaho.edu.
University Location: Vandal Ballroom - Bruce M. Pitman Center - Main Campus.
Monday, September 21, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Building Your Future: Actionable Strategies for Postdoctoral Career Development
Dept. of Student Involvement
In this session, Ross Warren from Career Services will provide postdocs with actionable strategies for navigating the job market across both academic and non-academic sectors. Attendees will gain insights on effectively preparing for future positions, including tools for identifying skill/knowledge gaps and taking targeted steps toward their next professional milestone.
Event Details: September 21, 2026, 11:00 AM PST, IRIC Room 105. This event is part of the National Postdoctoral Appreciation Week 2026 Program organized by the University of Idaho Postdoctoral and Researcher Association. More info at: postdoc@uidaho.edu; (Marta Basso) mbasso@uidaho.edu; (Juan Sereno) jserenom@uidaho.edu.
University Location: IRIC 105 - Integrated Research and Innovation Center - Main Campus. Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/86739100321.
Monday, September 21, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit sites.google.com. Navigating Funding Strategies and Alternative Career Pathways
Dept. of Student Involvement
Carly Cummings will offer early-career researchers practical advice on approaching extramural funding opportunities and identifying institutional proposal support during faculty job searches. Additionally, she will introduce the Research Development profession — a growing career track for doctoral recipients looking to advance a university's research enterprise outside of traditional faculty roles. This event is part of the National Postdoctoral Appreciation Week 2026 program organized by U of I’s Postdoctoral and Researcher Association. More info at postdoc@uidaho.edu. Marta Basso: mbasso@uidaho.edu; Juan Sereno: jserenom@uidaho.edu. Zoom Link: uidaho.zoom.us/j/83460486818.
University Location: IRIC 305 - Integrated Research and Innovation Center - Main Campus. Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/83460486818.
Monday, September 21, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit sites.google.com. Vandal Onboarding
Being a U of I employee is more than a job, it’s a lifestyle. Vandals’ care, empathy, support and drive propel us forward. New employees will receive invitations to three onboarding experiences over three months. These experiences get at the core of what it means to be a Vandal and have been created by an onboarding team representing staff from across campus. New employees are encouraged to attend all three onboarding experiences, each with a different theme and agenda. Light refreshments provided. Participants who complete all three sessions receive a gift from the onboarding team. Contact welcome@uidaho.edu with questions.
University Location: Vandal Ballroom - Bruce M. Pitman Center - Main Campus.
Monday, September 21, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Graduate Student Essentials - Introduction to Zotero
College of Graduate Studies
This workshop will guide you through everything you need to know about the citation manager Zotero. You will learn how to organize scholarly materials, create bibliographies, summarize annotations, collaborate on group projects and preserve your research for future reference.
During this workshop, participants will:Learn how to install and sync Zotero to keep your research up to date across multiple devices, Understand how Zotero uses the Snapshot browser plug-in to collect metadata and generate citations, Discover how to export and preserve your research at the end of the semester, making it easy to access later while minimizing storage needs, This workshop will be held in the First Floor Classroom (Library room 120) and live via Zoom. Please register to attend via the link.
University Location: 101 - Library - Main Campus.
Monday, September 21, 2026, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
For more info visit libcal.uidaho.edu. Education Abroad First-Time Info Session
International Programs Office (IPO)
These info sessions are designed to help you understand more about education abroad options, financing and academic planning, and highlight programs and opportunities you may not have heard about. Attending this info session is the first step toward making your education abroad dreams a reality! Registration required using the online form. Zoom is available for students located outside of Moscow only.
University Location: International Programs Office (IPO) Conference Room - Living Learning Community - Main Campus.
Monday, September 21, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
For more info visit futurevandals.uidaho.edu. Guest Lecture/Recital - Alejandro Cremaschi, piano music of Argentina
Lionel Hampton School of Music
Join the LHSOM for a guest lecture and recital featuring Alejandro Cremaschi, piano music of Argentina.
MUSX 1400: FG
More: https://alejandrocremaschi.com/.
University Location: Haddock Performance Hall - Lionel Hampton School of Music - Main Campus.
Monday, September 21, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
For more info visit alejandrocremaschi.com. Fall early warning grades due
Registrar
Tuesday, September 22, 2026.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Open Forums for Director of Career and Academic Support Services
Career Services
Participate in open forums for the director of career and academic support services. The forums will be held:Sept. 8, 9 a.m. Vandal Ballroom, Sept 10, 10 a.m. Vandal Ballroom, Sept 21, 10 a.m. Vandal Ballroom, Sept 22, 10 a.m. Vandal Ballroom, A zoom link for those located off the Moscow campus may be requested by emailing sem@uidaho.edu.
University Location: Vandal Ballroom - Bruce M. Pitman Center - Main Campus.
Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
2026 Water Resources Fall Seminar Series
College of Graduate Studies
The IWRRI’s Water Resources Seminar Series is a graduate-level class that is open to the public. The series features researchers and water professionals discussing topics related to Idaho’s water, including snowpack, drought, snow modeling, ecology and groundwater resources.
The Water Resources Seminar Series is open to all interested professionals, legislators, water supply managers, local government representatives, attorneys, students and interested public.
It occurs for one hour on Tuesdays, September through the beginning of December, with no talk on Nov. 24 for Thanksgiving Break.
Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/s/86571928806.
Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
For more info visit iwrri.uidaho.edu. CAPE-Continuing Adult Professional Education Virtual Info Session
Turn your expertise and ideas into new opportunities for learners and your academic unit. Join us for a live, virtual information session to discover how University of Idaho’s Continuing Adult Professional Education (CAPE) can help faculty and academic units develop new course offerings, reach new audiences, and create sustainable new revenue streams. Learn what CAPE is, how faculty and units can partner with CAPE, the services and support available. Whether you already have an idea or are simply curious about what might be possible, this session is a great place to start.
Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/meeting/register/lPsJW0_PQReDjakoHGeLIA.
Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
For more info visit uidaho.zoom.us. Guest Masterclass - Alejandro Cremaschi, piano music of Argentina
Lionel Hampton School of Music
Join the LHSOM for a guest masterclass featuring Alejandro Cremaschi, piano music of Argentina.
More: https://alejandrocremaschi.com/.
University Location: Haddock Performance Hall - Lionel Hampton School of Music - Main Campus.
Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
For more info visit alejandrocremaschi.com. Education Abroad First-Time Info Session
International Programs Office (IPO)
These info sessions are designed to help you understand more about education abroad options, financing and academic planning, and highlight programs and opportunities you may not have heard about. Attending this info session is the first step toward making your education abroad dreams a reality! Registration required using the online form. Zoom is available for students located outside of Moscow only.
University Location: International Programs Office (IPO) Conference Room - Living Learning Community - Main Campus.
Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
For more info visit futurevandals.uidaho.edu. Faculty Senate Meeting
Faculty Senate Meeting.
University Location: ALB 311 - J. A. Albertson - Main Campus. Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/89083180720.
Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
Using Financial Aid and Scholarships for Faculty-Led Study Abroad Programs
International Programs Office (IPO)
Are you planning on attending a faculty-led study abroad program? Attend this info session to learn about using financial aid for these specific program types, and about other scholarship opportunities. Registration required using the online form.
University Location: International Programs Office (IPO) Conference Room - Living Learning Community - Main Campus.
Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
For more info visit futurevandals.uidaho.edu. Bee a Volunteer at the Audubon Pollinator Garden
Dept. of Student Involvement
Volunteer with the Student Sustainability Cooperative and help restore native ecosystems right here on the Palouse! Get certified service hours by helping remove invasive species and make a lasting difference for our environment and local community!
September Dates: 9/1, 9/8, 9/22 & 9/29, October Dates: 10/6 & 10/20, Sign up via GivePulse to tracking your service hours easier: Hosted by: Student Sustainability Cooperative (SSC)
Additional Information can be found at: https://uidaho.campuslabs.com/engage/event/12573890.
Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Audubon Pollinator Garden.
For more info visit uidaho.campuslabs.com. Science on Pizza
Dept. of Student Involvement
U of I’s postdoc association, together with the IPO office, will hold an informal gathering where association board members will introduce themselves and explain the association. Pizza and soft drinks will be provided.
University Location: International Programs Office (IPO) - Living Learning Community - Main Campus.
Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
For more info visit sites.google.com. Fall Equinox Hike and Yoga
Outdoor Program
Meet at the Student Rec Center to join Outdoor Program and RecWell Fitness for a free, guided walk around the arboretum to learn about plants in the Fall and drop-in for yoga in the arboretum. We will have yoga mats available, but please feel free to bring your own. Afterwards, enjoy some hot drinks. Bring your own mug!
University Location: SRC Main - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus.
Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Faculty Chamber Music Recital
Lionel Hampton School of Music
Join the LHSOM for a recital featuring faculty chamber music.
Free and open to the public.
University Location: Haddock Performance Hall - Lionel Hampton School of Music - Main Campus.
Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
CLASS Connection Hour — Donuts and Coffee
Come hang out with your CLASS community! Join fellow College of Letters, Arts and Social Sciences students, staff and faculty for a casual hour of free donuts and coffee, good conversation and new connections.
Whether you’re looking to meet new people, catch up with friends or just grab a donut between classes, we’d love to see you there. Come as you are and stay for as long as you’d like!
University Location: 112 - Administration Building - Main Campus.
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Weekly Vandal Lunches at Louie's in Meridian
Alumni Relations
Join fellow Vandals each Wednesday for the Vandal Luncheons at Vandal-owned Louie’s in Meridian!
📅 Every Wednesday | 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
📍 Louie’s in Meridian, 2500 E. Fairview, Meridian, Idaho
🏈 Through the 2026 Vandal Football Season
Enjoy lunch and connect with fellow Vandal fans and alumni. Hear from guest speakers each week, Get an inside look at what’s happening across Vandal Athletics, Get insights and exciting news about Vandal sports teams! Come for the conversation, stay for the Vandal spirit and bring a friend!
Hosted by the West Ada Vandal Excellence Fund
Go Vandals! 💛🖤.
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
Louie’s Pizza and Italian Restaurant
2500 E. Fairview
Meridian, Idaho.
For more info visit govandals.com. Wednesday Mindfulness Drop-in
University of Idaho - CLASS
Gentle, supportive, anyone-can-do-it mindfulness practice to support nervous system, focus, and overall well-being. Every week. All are welcome. No experience needed.
Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/344259873.
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 12:00 PM – 12:20 PM.
For more info visit uidaho.zoom.us. Make it @ the MILL Pom Pom Friends
Create an adorable study companion to enhance your learning! Choose a vibrant color and personalize it with quirky accessories or unique expressions.
University Location: The MILL (134) - Library - Main Campus.
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM.
For more info visit libcal.uidaho.edu. Networking & Career Fair Prep
Career Services
This session will cover practical, low‑pressure strategies for building meaningful professional relationships, effective techniques for engaging with employers at career fairs and insights on making lasting impressions and leveraging those connections to create immediate opportunities and open doors for future career growth.
University Location: ISUB 329 - Career Services Conference Room - Idaho Student Union Building - Main Campus. Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/88957955554.
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:15 PM.
For more info visit uidaho.joinhandshake.com. Biological Sciences Seminar: Anthony Nicola, PhD.; Washington State University
Biological Sciences
This week's departmental seminar is presented by Dr. Anthony Nicola; Washington State University. The title is forthcoming.
University Location: LIFE 277 - Life Sciences South (LSS) - Main Campus.
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM.
For more info visit vetmed.wsu.edu. CETL Tea Time
CETL
Join CETL for our every other week Tea Time, (Wednesdays from 2:00 to 3:00 pm at the CETL main center (ED 220, Education Building, Second Floor). These informal sessions offer an opportunity for faculty and staff to connect, exchange ideas, and engage in conversation around rotating topics led by campus colleagues.
University Location: ED 220 - Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning - College of Education, Health and Human Sciences - Main Campus.
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
For more info visit vandalsuidaho.sharepoint.com. National Student Exchange Info Session
International Programs Office (IPO)
This info session is designed to help you understand more about National Student Exchange, an option for U of I students to study away for a semester or year at another U.S. or Canadian member institution, including Puerto Rico, Guam and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Registration required using the online form.
University Location: International Programs Office (IPO) Conference Room - Living Learning Community - Main Campus.
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
For more info visit futurevandals.uidaho.edu. Networking & Career Fair Prep
Career Services
This session will cover practical, low‑pressure strategies for building meaningful professional relationships, effective techniques for engaging with employers at career fairs and insights on making lasting impressions and leveraging those connections to create immediate opportunities and open doors for future career growth.
University Location: ISUB 329 - Career Services Conference Room - Idaho Student Union Building - Main Campus. Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/88957955554.
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM.
For more info visit uidaho.joinhandshake.com. Open Kayak Pool Session
Outdoor Program
Drop-in and practice your kayaking skills with Outdoor Program's kayak community. Kayak pool sessions are a great way to start your whitewater education.
Cost for all participants is $10 per session, cash or check only. Cost includes kayak equipment rental at the pool.
Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Shallow Pool - Swimming Center - Main Campus.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Vandal Volleyball vs. Idaho State
Thursday, September 24, 2026.
Moscow, Idaho.
For more info visit govandals.com. Writing at One World Café
Dept. of Student Involvement
Everyone has that paper or proposal they need to write, but it can be hard to find the time to actually sit down and do it. Join U of I’s Postdoctoral and Researcher Association for some dedicated writing time each day from Sept. 21-24 at One World Cafe. Work on whatever has been sitting on your to-do list. The postdoc association will provide coffee and pastries to fuel your writing.
This event is part of the National Postdoctoral Appreciation Week 2026 program organized by the U of I’s Postdoctoral and Researcher Association. More info at postdoc@uidaho.edu. Marta Basso: mbasso@uidaho.edu; Juan Sereno: jserenom@uidaho.edu.
Thursday, September 24, 2026, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
At One World Cafe, 533 S Main St, Moscow, ID 83843.
For more info visit sites.google.com. Remediate with Friends
CETL
Faculty and staff are invited to CETL's Remediate with Friends, a weekly drop-in working session held Thursdays from 11a-12p in ED 220. Bring whatever you are wrestling with: a scanned PDF that will not cooperate, a syllabus that needs restructuring (or created!), a Canvas page flagged by Ally, or simply questions about where to start. You will get hands-on help alongside colleagues and accessibility staff, and you will leave with progress made rather than another item added to your list. Cannot make Thursdays? Student Accessibility Assistant (SAA) support is available 8a-4p, Monday through Friday, for individual remediation help throughout the week.
University Location: ED 220 - Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning - College of Education, Health and Human Sciences - Main Campus.
Thursday, September 24, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit vandalsuidaho.sharepoint.com. Generative AI in Research and Academia: Ethical Considerations and Practical Applications
Dept. of Student Involvement
As generative artificial intelligence becomes increasingly integrated into academic workflows, researchers face novel ethical, methodological, and practical considerations. This session explores the responsible and effective use of generative AI tools in scientific research, data analysis, and scholarly writing. Led by Professor Bert Baumgaertner, the discussion addresses core ethical dilemmas, academic integrity, and strategic frameworks for leveraging AI to enhance research productivity while maintaining rigorous scientific standards. This in-person and online event is part of the National Postdoctoral Appreciation Week 2026 Program organized by the U of I Postdoctoral and Researcher Association. More info at postdoc@uidaho.edu. Marta Basso: mbasso@uidaho.edu; Juan Sereno: jserenom@uidaho.edu.
University Location: IRIC 305 - Integrated Research and Innovation Center - Main Campus. Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/87901102391.
Thursday, September 24, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit sites.google.com. Convocation 1
Lionel Hampton School of Music
Join the LHSOM for Convocation 1, featuring select music students and ensembles.
Free and open to the public.
MUSX 1400: CR.
University Location: Haddock Performance Hall - Lionel Hampton School of Music - Main Campus.
Thursday, September 24, 2026, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
Stand-Up Paddleboard Adventure
Outdoor Program
Join Outdoor Program for a Stand-up Paddleboard Adventure at Spring Valley. This $15, 2-3 hour adventure is perfect for those with limited time and budget but who still want to get outside!
Sign up early to save your spot. Meet at the SRC Outdoor Program lobby at 3 p.m. on the day of, no pre-trip meeting required.
Trip sign-ups start on Aug. 19. Food is not included. Visit Outdoor Program office in the student rec center to sign-up.
Questions? Contact the Outdoor Program at 208-885-6810 or outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu.
Thursday, September 24, 2026, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
SRC Main - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Student Recital — Gus Labayen
Lionel Hampton School of Music
Join the LHSOM for a student recital featuring Gus Labayen.
Free and open to the public.
MUSX 1400: AD.
University Location: Haddock Performance Hall - Lionel Hampton School of Music - Main Campus.
Thursday, September 24, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Science Trivia Night
Dept. of Student Involvement
Wrap up National Postdoc Appreciation Week by putting our scientific knowledge to test. Join the postdoc association at Shattuck Brewery for trivia night. The association will provide pizza.
Thursday, September 24, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Shattuck West - Brewery - 630 N Almon St STE 130, Moscow, ID 83843.
For more info visit sites.google.com. Woodcut Work to Backcountry Ski Backpacking Trip
Outdoor Program
Backpack into remote backcountry in Oregon's Wallowa Mountains and woodcut prep for winter backcountry skiing on this iconic University of Idaho Outdoor Program trip. Cost includes transportation and group equipment. Register early to save your spot!
Cost: $20 for U of I students, $30 for all others
Required Pre-Trip Meeting: 5:30 p.m. Sept. 23, in the SRC Classroom
Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Friday, September 25, 2026 – Sunday, September 27, 2026.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Deadline to withdraw from early 8-week classes
Registrar
Friday, September 25, 2026.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Free Rental Friday
Outdoor Program
Rent climbing equipment like a climbing harness and climbing shoes for FREE.
Cost: FREE for U of I students
Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at climbingcenter@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Friday, September 25, 2026, 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Climbing Center - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Education Abroad First-Time Info Session
International Programs Office (IPO)
These info sessions are designed to help you understand more about education abroad options, financing and academic planning, and highlight programs and opportunities you may not have heard about. Attending this info session is the first step toward making your education abroad dreams a reality! Registration required using the online form. Zoom is available for students located outside of Moscow only.
University Location: International Programs Office (IPO) Conference Room - Living Learning Community - Main Campus.
Friday, September 25, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
For more info visit futurevandals.uidaho.edu. Vandal Women's Soccer vs. Gonzaga
Friday, September 25, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
P1FCU Kibbie Dome - Main Campus.
For more info visit govandals.com. Color Campus Resilient: Color Run
Vandal Health Education
Walk, run or stride with Vandal Health Education at the first annual Color Campus Resilient Color Run as part of Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Run through campus resource color stations and prepare to get colorful! Participants are encouraged to wear white along the 1.5 mile route. Color run route begins at the Student Rec Center Lawn. Registration preferred, waiver required.
University Location: SRC Main - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus. Questions? Amanda Ferstead, amandaf@uidaho.edu.
Saturday, September 26, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit uidaho.co1.qualtrics.com. High School Design Day
University of Idaho - CAA
High School Design Day Inspires Young Creatives
Do you know a young artist who is excited about a creative career? The University of Idaho’s College of Art and Architecture will host High School Design Day on Saturday, Sept. 26, from 12:30–4:30 p.m. PDT in the Clearwater/Whitewater Room of ISUB on the Moscow campus. Designed for students in grades 9–12, the free event offers hands-on workshops led by faculty and current students in architecture, art and design, interior architecture and design, landscape architecture, and virtual technology and design. The event gives young creatives an opportunity to explore creative careers and learn about educational pathways. Registration is required by Sept. 21. Learn more and register here.
University Location: Clearwater-Whitewater - Idaho Student Union Building - Main Campus.
Saturday, September 26, 2026, 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Vandal Alumni Evening in the Orchard
Alumni Relations
Join a delightful evening in the orchard at the U of I Sandpoint Organic Agriculture Center. Enjoy wines from U of I alumni-owned Pend d’Oreille Winery paired with thoughtfully selected appetizers from Pack River Store and hear updates from university leadership.
Your ticket includes a welcome glass of wine, a commemorative wine glass, three curated wine tastings and appetizers thoughtfully selected to enhance the tasting experience. Whether you're a wine enthusiast, a proud alum, or simply looking for a memorable evening in a beautiful setting, this gathering offers a wonderful opportunity to celebrate Vandal connections while supporting the university's mission. Cost: $100 per person, food and wine included. Get tickets online.
Need accommodations? We've secured a limited block of hotel rooms at SpringHill Suites by Marriott Sandpoint. We encourage you to book early because availability is limited.
Saturday, September 26, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
University of Idaho Sandpoint Organic Agriculture Center
10881 N. Boyer Rd
Sandpoint, ID 83864.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Vandal Volleyball vs. Weber State
Saturday, September 26, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Moscow, Idaho.
For more info visit govandals.com. Sprint Triathlon
Intramurals
Join Intramural Sports for a sprint triathlon: 10K stationary bike in the SRC, 1.5-mile run through campus and a 400m swim at the Swim Center.
Register online between Monday, Aug. 17 and Wednesday, Sept. 23; log in with your U of I credentials.
There will be three heats of competition: Two open individual heats at 9:15 a.m. and 10 a.m. and a final team heat at 11 a.m. Teams of three people may compete in this final heat with one member on the bike, one in the run and one in the swim.
Event is free with IM Pass ($30) or $15 for non-pass members.
Questions? Contact Intramural Coordinator, Peyton Teevens, pteevens@uidaho.edu.
University Location: SRC Main - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus.
Sunday, September 27, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. How To Series: Format Your Thesis/Dissertation
College of Graduate Studies
The COGS How To Series is designed to help graduate-level students understand the forms and procedures that are important to them. Topics range from applying for travel funds, formatting your thesis, and getting and funding your degree.
Confused how your thesis or dissertation is supposed to be formatted? Come to this workshop to understand the formatting guidelines and requirements, get helpful tips, and see examples of how a finished thesis or dissertation should look like. Come with questions!
Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/89699690002.
Monday, September 28, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
For more info visit futurevandals.uidaho.edu. Connecting with Department Faculty, Staff, and Graduate Students in Earth and Spatial Sciences
University of Idaho - SCI
Dean Carney will meet with Faculty, Staff, and Graduate Students in the Earth and Spatial Sciences Department.
Monday, September 28, 2026, 11:15 AM – 12:15 PM.
McClure Hall 204.
Graduate Student Essentials - Enriching Research Projects with Oral History
College of Graduate Studies
Oral history recordings are a rich but often underused research resource. This workshop explores how firsthand accounts can add human context and new perspectives to research across a wide range of disciplines. Participants will learn how to discover oral histories using the library’s Oral History as Data platform and how to incorporate recordings into their own projects through citation and embedding.
During this workshop, participants will:Explore how oral histories can provide unique insights for fields such as Health Education, Environmental Science, Economics, and Psychology. Learn how to search digital collections, navigate Oral History as Data transcripts, request access to recordings that have not been digitized, and generate transcriptions as needed. Discover strategies for embedding oral history recordings in research projects while ensuring they remain accessible and properly cited. This workshop will be held in the First Floor Classroom (Library room 120) and live via Zoom. Please register to…
University Location: 101 - Library - Main Campus.
Monday, September 28, 2026, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
For more info visit libcal.uidaho.edu. Education Abroad First-Time Info Session
International Programs Office (IPO)
These info sessions are designed to help you understand more about education abroad options, financing and academic planning, and highlight programs and opportunities you may not have heard about. Attending this info session is the first step toward making your education abroad dreams a reality! Registration required using the online form. Zoom is available for students located outside of Moscow only.
University Location: International Programs Office (IPO) Conference Room - Living Learning Community - Main Campus.
Monday, September 28, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
For more info visit futurevandals.uidaho.edu. CETL Coffee Hour: Grounds for Learning
CETL
Join CETL for our weekly Coffee Hour, every other Tuesday from 9:30 to 10:30am at the CETL main center (ED 220, Education Building, Second Floor). These informal sessions offer an opportunity for faculty and staff to connect, exchange ideas, and engage in conversation around rotating topics led by campus colleagues.
University Location: ED 220 - Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning - College of Education, Health and Human Sciences - Main Campus.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM.
For more info visit vandalsuidaho.sharepoint.com. 2026 Water Resources Fall Seminar Series
College of Graduate Studies
The IWRRI’s Water Resources Seminar Series is a graduate-level class that is open to the public. The series features researchers and water professionals discussing topics related to Idaho’s water, including snowpack, drought, snow modeling, ecology and groundwater resources.
The Water Resources Seminar Series is open to all interested professionals, legislators, water supply managers, local government representatives, attorneys, students and interested public.
It occurs for one hour on Tuesdays, September through the beginning of December, with no talk on Nov. 24 for Thanksgiving Break.
Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/s/86571928806.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
For more info visit iwrri.uidaho.edu. Employee Green Dot Bystander Intervention Training
Vandal Health Education
No one has to do everything, but everyone has to do something.
Join Violence Prevention and Education during this highly engaging and interactive Zoom Green Dot Bystander Intervention Training, where you’ll learn techniques to assess and safely intervene in potentially risky situations and help create a safer campus community. Register via go.uidaho.edu/workshops.
Questions? Katrina Critchfield, kcritchfield@uidaho.edu.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Education Abroad First-Time Info Session
International Programs Office (IPO)
These info sessions are designed to help you understand more about education abroad options, financing and academic planning, and highlight programs and opportunities you may not have heard about. Attending this info session is the first step toward making your education abroad dreams a reality! Registration required using the online form. Zoom is available for students located outside of Moscow only.
University Location: International Programs Office (IPO) Conference Room - Living Learning Community - Main Campus.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
For more info visit futurevandals.uidaho.edu. Faculty Senate Meeting
Faculty Senate Meeting.
University Location: ALB 311 - J. A. Albertson - Main Campus. Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/89083180720.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
Theatre, Arts & Cultures of Mexico - Summer Study Abroad in Mexico City Info Session
International Programs Office (IPO)
Study abroad in Mexico during Summer 2027. Enroll in THE 4530/5530: Topics in World Theatre History and travel to Mexico City with U of I Theatre Professor Sarah Fogarty-Morrison. Visit museums, and learn about history, culture, food and arts. Optional full day excursion to Teotihuacan. Registration suggested for the info session in Shoup 207 using the online form.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
For more info visit futurevandals.uidaho.edu. Orchestra Concert
Lionel Hampton School of Music
Join the LHSOM for a U of I Symphony Orchestra concert.
Tickets are available at uitickets.com.
MUSX 1400: AD.
University Location: Auditorium - Administration Building - Main Campus.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.