Vandal Cross Country vs. Whitworth Invitational
Saturday, October 3, 2026.
Spokane, Washington.
For more info visit govandals.com. Public Archaeological Dig at Moscow High School
University of Idaho - CLASS
Idaho Public Archaeology is conducting archaeological excavations on the grounds of the Moscow High School through Oct. 17. The dig is open to visitors 1-4 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays and 8:30 a.m. to noon Saturdays. Stop by for a free tour and to see students uncover local history.
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
Moscow High School, 402 East 5th St. Moscow, ID 83843.
First Bite: "Avalanche" by Kevin Nielsen
Theatre Arts
Join the Theatre Arts Department for the First Bite New Play Series! The series features premiere readings of plays written by MFA playwrighting students.
In AVALANCHE by Kevin Nielsen, Cory has sacrificed everything for his mom, unlike his ungrateful siblings. He thinks she's going to leave him her house when she dies, but surprise, she has a boyfriend. Then she falls down and can't get up. And only her doting son knows it. What a quandary...
The reading is FREE and open to all!
Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_wl04P_r8TY2oByP7JAo1HA.
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
First Bite: "Lobstertown" by Ellen Azevedo
Theatre Arts
Join the Theatre Arts Department for the "First Bite: New Play Series"! The series features premiere readings of plays written by MFA playwrighting students.
In "Lobstertown" by Ellen Azevedo, the town of Average, Maine, has been ravaged by a giant lobster. It's a disaster. The citizens are unsure what to do. There isn't exactly a precedent for this sort of thing. At first, it seems the local government will be able to take charge. But when it becomes obvious that the council's plans are terrible, the citizens of Average find themselves in a pickle. With only two options available to vote on, lines must be drawn. Soon, the once idyllic town is divided. Relationships fracture, cults form and the lobster is no longer the biggest threat Average faces.
The reading is FREE and open to all!
Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_fCxUdYOBT-qp6Wj1pPatMA.
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
Vandal Volleyball at Montana
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Missoula, Montana.
For more info visit govandals.com. Vandal Voyagers — Riches of the Emerald Isle
Alumni Relations
From storytelling and traditional sheepherding to thrilling Dublin, experience the best of Irish culture, traditions and food on this heartwarming 9-night adventure featuring stays in Ennis, Killarney and Dublin. Soak up history at the Dingle Peninsula and admire the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher. A journey to the unspoiled Aran Island of Inishmore offers a special treat while thoughtfully curated experiences — such as a whiskey tasting and an evening of Irish Music — will add to your journey. Plus, experience Killarney National Park by horse-drawn carriage and boat! Cap it all off in Dublin, brimming with dynamic energy and culinary heritage.
Sunday, October 4, 2026 – Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
Ireland.
For more info visit id.ahitravel.com. Vandal Women's Soccer vs. Idaho State
Sunday, October 4, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
P1FCU Kibbie Dome - Main Campus.
For more info visit govandals.com. First Bite: "Lobstertown" by Ellen Azevedo
Theatre Arts
Join the Theatre Arts Department for the "First Bite: New Play Series"! The series features premiere readings of plays written by MFA playwrighting students.
In "Lobstertown" by Ellen Azevedo, the town of Average, Maine, has been ravaged by a giant lobster. It's a disaster. The citizens are unsure what to do. There isn't exactly a precedent for this sort of thing. At first, it seems the local government will be able to take charge. But when it becomes obvious that the council's plans are terrible, the citizens of Average find themselves in a pickle. With only two options available to vote on, lines must be drawn. Soon, the once idyllic town is divided. Relationships fracture, cults form and the lobster is no longer the biggest threat Average faces.
The reading is FREE and open to all!
Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ibMra9XAQkeNi4Y1hbXwiA.
Sunday, October 4, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
How To Series: Create a Study Plan and Check Your Degree Audit
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.
Want to see your progress to your degree? Unsure how to make the study plan your advisor needs you to complete? Come to this workshop, where we will cover how to make a study plan and look at your degree audit. Come with any questions you may have.
Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/89699690002.
Monday, October 5, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
For more info visit futurevandals.uidaho.edu. Info Session: Annual Enrollment Made Simple
Benefits Events
University employees: join Benefit Services for a one-hour session designed to make Annual Enrollment easier. We’ll compare your medical plan options and highlight key considerations to help you choose the plan that best fits your needs. The session will also cover 2027 plan changes, important reminders and deadlines, and how to enroll. Annual Enrollment runs Oct. 19 - Nov. 3 this year and is your opportunity to enroll in, update or waive employee benefits coverage through U of I for 2027.
Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/85858765798.
Monday, October 5, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit vandalsuidaho.sharepoint.com. Graduate Student Essentials - Transforming Your Research and Scholarship Through Podcasting
College of Graduate Studies
Are you looking for a creative way to share your research and interact with the scholarly community? This workshop explores podcasting as a venue for creating, publishing, and discussing scholarship. You will learn about Library support and resources for audio production and what you need to launch your own academic podcast.
Following this workshop, participants will: Be familiar with academic podcasting methods and examples, Know where to access audio production software and resources, Be able to navigate the Studio website to book the space and find Library podcasting resources, 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, October 5, 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, October 5, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 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 5 p.m. Oct. 5, in Admin 320 using the online form.
Monday, October 5, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit futurevandals.uidaho.edu. English Conversation Hour
International Programs Office (IPO)
English Conversation Hour is hosted on Mondays every week from 5-6 pm in the International Programs Office Event Center.
Come practice English together and learn more about American culture and language! All levels of proficiency are welcome!
If you have any questions contact our English Conversation Hour facilitator:
Oakley Cloward
clow8717@vandals.uidaho.edu.
University Location: International Programs Office (IPO) - Living Learning Community - Main Campus.
Monday, October 5, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Paint & Apps
Join Palouse Paints for a guided painting session with one appetizer of your choice. Supplies are provided. Reservations are $45 per person. Reserve your spot online today.
University Location: The Lookout Restaurant & Bar - Main Campus.
Monday, October 5, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
For more info visit www.palousepaints.com. Fall GradFair 2026
Career Services
You're invited to GradFair to get grad-ready for commencement. Find out what benefits are available to U of I grads, get answers to all your graduation requirements questions, and check out options for regalia, rings and diploma frames. You can even place an order for your regalia with assistance from our knowledgeable staff.
GradFair can also help you prepare for post-graduation success with resume and job interview tips and professional headshots. And be sure to enter to win a variety of raffle prizes.
Make plans to stop by.
University Location: Clearwater-Whitewater - Idaho Student Union Building - Main Campus.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Beyond the Basics: Discover Employee Benefits You May Be Missing
Benefits Events
University employees: Benefit Services will provide an overview of valuable benefits and resources available to you through the university at no additional cost, along with voluntary benefit options you can select to enhance your overall benefits package. We’ll cover mental health support, virtual healthcare benefits, supplemental insurance options and much more. This webinar is part of the Annual Enrollment info session series. Annual Enrollment runs Oct. 19 - Nov. 3 this year and is your opportunity to enroll in, update or waive employee benefits coverage through U of I for 2027.
Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/89563456349.
Tuesday, October 6, 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, October 6, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
For more info visit iwrri.uidaho.edu. Fire Prevention Week Event with Moscow Fire Department and Campus Safety
Firehouse Subs is partnering with the Moscow Fire Department and Campus Safety to provide short tutorials on fire safety and EMS. there will be a fire engine on hand and hands-on demonstrations and information on the Fire Department’s resident program with the university. Free samples and fireman’s hats will be provided. Fire House Subs will present vouchers to student volunteers in the resident program to show appreciation for their service. This event is for all students and employees.
University Location: ISUB Atrium 4 - First Floor - Idaho Student Union Building - Main Campus.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM.
Recovery Is Spoken Here
Vandal Health Education
Recovery is Spoken Here is an interactive training designed to help participants create more welcoming, supportive, and recovery-friendly workplaces, classrooms, and campus communities. Participants will learn how language shapes perceptions of substance use and recovery, explore ways to reduce stigma, and develop practical strategies for supporting individuals in recovery while fostering a culture of respect and belonging.
Whether you work with students, employees, or community members, this training will provide the knowledge and tools to communicate in ways that promote hope, inclusion, and recovery. Together, we can help create environments where people in recovery feel seen, valued, and supported.
Questions? Contact Erin Bacon, ebacon@uidaho.edu. Participate Online: https://uidaho.bridgeapp.com/learner/training/f518bb59/enroll.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Renfrew Colloquium: George Orwell’s 1984: From Page to Stage
University of Idaho - CLASS
The Malcolm Renfrew Interdisciplinary Colloquium presents: "George Orwell’s 1984: From Page to Stage." The speakers are Craig Miller (Theatre Arts) and cast members of 1984.
University Location: 101 - Library - Main Campus.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Chemistry Seminar
University of Idaho - SCI
“On-Off Metallophilicity Affecting Luminescent Properties in Bimetallic Gold-Copper Systems”
Thomas M. Brown
Metallophilic interactions are unusual, attractive interactions found between closed shell metal ions. These metal-metal interactions are strong enough to modulate the physical arrangement of the atoms and affect the luminescent properties. Of particular interest, multimetallic systems incorporating gold and copper ions demonstrate “on-off” metallophilicity based on the coordination environment of the metal ions. The “on-off” designation is directly related to the separation of the metal ions with “on” having a separation smaller than the sum of the metal ions’ van der Waals radii while “off” has a separation larger than the sum of the van der Waals radii. The design, synthesis, and characterization of several bimetallic gold-copper are investigated. Particularly, a class of N-heterocyclic carbene supported bimetallic systems and a class of mixed pyridyl-phosphine supported bimetallic systems will be…
University Location: REN 127 - Renfrew Hall - Main Campus.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM.
Guest Artist Contemporary Master Class with Miche' Smith
University of Idaho - COEHHS
The Dance Program will welcome guest artist Miche’ Smith to the Moscow campus for a free contemporary class on Tuesday, October 6, from 12:30–1:50 p.m. in Dance Lab 110 in the Physical Education Building. The class will be taught at an intermediate level. All students interested in dance are invited to attend. Come ready to move!
Miche' is a dancer, actor and choreographer from Gautier, Mississippi. She grew up training where her mother and aunt trained, leading her to chase a life in the arts in pursuit of telling stories which would inspire and empower others. A graduate of Troy University, Miche’ completed both a Bachelor of Science in Theatre and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance and was awarded the David Dye Award for Excellence in Theatre Artistry. Upon graduation, Miche’ accepted a position as acting apprentice at Aurora Theatre in Atlanta, where she continued to hone her skills as an actor, educator, and performer. Miche’ joined Ririe-Woodbury Dance Company in 2021 as a dancer and educator. Her most…
University Location: PEB 110 - Physical Education Bldg - Main Campus.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:50 PM.
Public Archaeological Dig at Moscow High School
University of Idaho - CLASS
Idaho Public Archaeology is conducting archaeological excavations on the grounds of the Moscow High School through Oct. 17. The dig is open to visitors 1-4 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays and 8:30 a.m. to noon Saturdays. Stop by for a free tour and to see students uncover local history.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Moscow High School, 402 East 5th St. Moscow, ID 83843.
ENVS Dissertation Defense - Brent Barry
University of Idaho - CNR
“Spaceborne LiDAR in the Conservation and Management of Wildlife Populations”
Brent Barry, Ph.D. Student| Environmental Science Program
Major Professor: Dr. Kerri Vierling
Zoom Passcode: 532100.
Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/86506646700.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Graduate Writing Symposium: AI and Research
College of Graduate Studies
The Graduate Writing Symposium series provides graduate-level students the tools to write better, professionally, academically, and personally. Topics often include the ethics and application of AI in research, while workshops focus on more creative ways of writing.
Trying to understand when you can use AI? Come to this workshop to understand how to use AI in your research, as well as the latest information about AI. Come with any questions you may have.
Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/83559026689.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit futurevandals.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, October 6, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
For more info visit futurevandals.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.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
For more info visit vandalsuidaho.sharepoint.com. UI-HU Mega Exchange Program | Hiroshima, Japan Study Abroad Info Session
University of Idaho - CLASS
Study peace and sustainability at Hiroshima University with the UI-HU Mega Exchange Program from May 18-29, 2027.
University of Idaho undergraduate students majoring in a degree from the College of Letters, Arts and Social Sciences or from the College of Natural Resources, or pursuing an Asian Studies Minor, are invited to apply. Join fellow U of I students in Hiroshima and surrounding areas participating in hands-on learning and workshops led by HU faculty and visiting sites like Miyajima Island and the Peace Memorial Park.
Students selected for the UI-HU Mega Exchange Program will be required to enroll in a one credit course during spring semester.
University Location: TLC 022 - Teaching & Learning Center - Main Campus.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
For more info visit uidaho-sa.terradotta.com. Guide to Gaining US Work Experience
International Programs Office (IPO)
The Career Services Workshop is geared towards international graduate students to discuss workplace expectations in the U.S. resume building, interview coaching and prep and utilizing Career Services in your search. We'll explain the unique situation of international students entering the workforce and answer frequently asked questions brought up in meetings. Come with any questions you may have.
Join the Career Services Overview (a part of the International Graduate Student Essentials Series) in person or online. Zoom Meeting ID: 823 2581 1873.
University Location: International Programs Office (IPO) - Living Learning Community - Main Campus. Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/82325811873.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
For more info visit futurevandals.uidaho.edu. CALS Alumni Panel and Networking Night
University of Idaho - CALS
Join CALS for an evening of conversation, connection and career exploration at our Alumni Panel and Networking Night. This event gives CALS students the opportunity to hear directly from alumni working across agricultural and life sciences industries.
Alumni panelists will share their career journeys, experiences after graduation, insights into their industries and advice for students preparing to enter the workforce. Following the panel, students will have the opportunity to network with employers, ask questions, build professional connections and explore opportunities for summer internships and future employment.4:30 p.m. - Reception, 5-6 p.m. - Alumni Panel, 6-7:30 p.m. - Networking Night, Questions? Email cals-advising@uidaho.edu.
University Location: International Ballroom - Bruce M. Pitman Center - Main Campus.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
CAA Networking Night
University of Idaho - CAA
Join us for a night of networking with top regional employers, CAA alumni and faculty.
Explore internships and career opportunities in your major and learn directly from the source what talents and skills the current market is looking for. Register on Handshake to attend.
University Location: Best Western Plus University Inn, 1516 Pullman Road, Moscow, ID.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
College of Engineering Industry Networking Night
University of Idaho - ENGR
Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Free | All engineering students, industry professionals, faculty and staff are welcome
Register and learn more at https://www.uidaho.edu/engr/events/career-networking.
StudentsPractice and refine your networking skills to grow your professional network Gain valuable interactions with industry leaders with expertise in their fields Ask questions and discuss career opportunities in a relaxed setting. Establish rapport and recognition with recruiters before attending the Career Fair Employers:Help Vandal engineers practice and refine their networking skills Share insights into your career path, lessons learned and expertise in your field Looking to hire? Recruit in a relaxed setting and develop contacts before attending the Career Fair.
University Location: ICCU Arena - Main Campus.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Vandal Volleyball at Eastern Washington
Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Cheney, Washington.
For more info visit govandals.com. Palouse French Film Festival: Dossier 137/Case 137
University of Idaho - CLASS
The Palouse French Film Festival happens each Tuesday in October. Opening reception before the film on Oct. 6, closing reception before the film on Oct. 27. Screenings begin at 7:00 pm. Free admission for students; others: $5/film or $12/festival pass.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre - Moscow.
Guest Recital - Landon Chang, saxophone
Lionel Hampton School of Music
Join the LHSOM for a guest recital featuring Landon Chang, saxophone. Free and open to the public.
FG = Faculty/Guest
View livestream.
University Location: Haddock Performance Hall - Lionel Hampton School of Music - Main Campus.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
For more info visit www.landonchang.com. 2026 University of Idaho Soil Health Field Day
University of Idaho - CALS
2026 University of Idaho Soil Health Field Day, Kimberly R&E center
Wednesday, Oct. 7, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. MT (9 a.m. to Noon PT)
Topics discussed will include:
- Irrigation management strategies
— Moisture requirement to establish a viable fall cover crop
— Side by side comparison with different variety combos
- Soil moisture sensor installation demonstration
- Cover crop species comparison, spring vs winter pea
- Intercropping in corn
- Building and maintaining soil health
- Measuring return on investment
and more
This event is free, and lunch will be provided
Registration: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=Y2u8fpJXGUqyCwS4JgSIUwoGC0bmT8ZLrlztd8DOw9ZUNERYN1NNSDlQREpGOE1CQThPR1BWMFpXRy4u&route=shorturl
Cost: Free
Contact: Emily Bedwell, ebedwell@uidaho.edu.
Extension Event Type: Field Day. County Office Calendars: Blaine. Camas. Cassia. Gooding. Elmore. Minidoka. Jerome. Lincoln. Owyhee. Twin Falls. Power. Extension Programs: Water. Food Production Systems.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Kimberly Research and Extension Center
University of Idaho
3806 N 3600 E
Kimberly, ID 83341.
For more info visit forms.cloud.microsoft. College of Science Career Networking Lunch
University of Idaho - SCI
Join College of Science to network with employers and graduate schools and learn more about what kinds of jobs are available for science graduates. Box lunches will be provided, along with a bonus item for the first 100 students to attend. The first hour will be a panel discussion and Q&A with employers, the second hour will be informal networking where you can approach specific employers to ask questions and network. Come for the whole event or drop in when you're available. All are welcome - it's never too early to start thinking about your future career!
University Location: Clearwater-Whitewater - Idaho Student Union Building - Main Campus.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
For more info visit app.joinhandshake.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, October 7, 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, October 7, 2026, 12:00 PM – 12:20 PM.
For more info visit uidaho.zoom.us. Make it @ the MILL Potion Bottles
Kick off the spooky season with us by making potion bottles! These bottles will be your own custom creations with items to float in them.
University Location: The MILL (134) - Library - Main Campus.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM.
For more info visit libcal.uidaho.edu. Pizza & the Past with the Department of History
University of Idaho - CLASS
Please join the Department of History on Wednesday, October 7 for their bimonthly speaker series Pizza & the Past! This week will feature UI alum and former Director of the Washington State Historical Society, Dave Nicandri. His talk, “Sacagawea as Trail Guide: A Personal Reappraisal” will take place in Admin 328 and virtually on Zoom at 12:30pm. All are welcome to enjoy free pizza, drinks, and dessert!
University Location: 328 - Administration Building - Main Campus. Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/86516131316.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
For more info visit uidaho.zoom.us. Guest Artist Hip Hop Class with Miche' Smith
University of Idaho - COEHHS
The Dance Program will welcome guest artist Miche’ Smith to the Moscow campus for a free hip hop class on Wednesday, October 7, from 12:30–1:50 p.m. in Gym 111 in the Physical Education Building. The class is open to all levels. All students interested in dance are invited to attend. Come ready to move!
Miche' is a dancer, actor and choreographer from Gautier, Mississippi. She grew up training where her mother and aunt trained, leading her to chase a life in the arts in pursuit of telling stories which would inspire and empower others. A graduate of Troy University, Miche’ completed both a Bachelor of Science in Theatre and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance and was awarded the David Dye Award for Excellence in Theatre Artistry. Upon graduation, Miche’ accepted a position as acting apprentice at Aurora Theatre in Atlanta, where she continued to hone her skills as an actor, educator, and performer. Miche’ joined Ririe-Woodbury Dance Company in 2021 as a dancer and educator. Her most recent choreographic story…
University Location: PEB 110 - Physical Education Bldg - Main Campus.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:50 PM.
Biological Sciences Seminar: Dr. Anand Kumar Malde; Los Alamos National Lab
Biological Sciences
This week's departmental seminar is presented by Dr. Anand Kumar Malde, PhD.; Los Alamos National Lab: From Complexity to Function: High-Throughput Approaches for Decoding Microbiome Interactions.
University Location: LIFE 277 - Life Sciences South (LSS) - Main Campus.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM.
For more info visit scholar.google.com. Fall 2026 Career Fair
Career Services
Come meet and connect with organizations seeking to recruit Vandal students and alumni! Showcase your skills and experiences while exploring potential full-time, internships/co-op, seasonal jobs, or graduate school opportunities. Meaningful conversations with recruiters will help you explore possible career paths, learn about the in-demand skills for your field, and expand your professional network. All majors, degrees, and years are encouraged to attend.
When: Wednesday, October 7, 2026, from 1:30 - 5:30 PM PST
Where: P1FCU Kibbie Dome on the University of Idaho campus in Moscow, ID
Before the Career Fair:
- Research the organizations who will be attending the fair (full list available in this Handshake event).
- Meet with a career advisor to have your resume reviewed, practice your elevator pitch, and brainstorm questions to ask recruiters.
- Resume Rush drop-ins (no appointment needed) will be on October 5th and 6th from 9am-5pm PST.
- Review the Vandal Career Fair Guide for more tips on how to build…
University Location: Field - P1FCU Kibbie Dome - Main Campus.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
For more info visit app.joinhandshake.com. Coats for New Vandals
The International Programs Office and The Center are partnering on an initiative to provide winter clothing for new international students and scholars. We hope that you can benefit from this program and are warm enough for the winter.
All students who sign up will receive two tickets to select two items of winter clothing. We hope that you only select the items you will use. In the future, please think about future incoming Vandals and donate any items you won't need to give back to this program.
Please make sure to RSVP to attend. This event is run on a first-come, first-served basis, so please make sure you arrive early. This event is only possible due to the hard work of The Center, IPO and local donors.
University Location: The Center (formerly Campus Christian Center) - Main Campus.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
For more info visit uidaho.campuslabs.com. 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, October 7, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
For more info visit vandalsuidaho.sharepoint.com. Info Session: Annual Enrollment Made Simple
Benefits Events
University employees: join Benefit Services for a one-hour session designed to make Annual Enrollment easier. We’ll compare your medical plan options and highlight key considerations to help you choose the plan that best fits your needs. The session will also cover 2027 plan changes, important reminders and deadlines, and how to enroll. Annual Enrollment runs Oct. 19 - Nov. 3 this year and is your opportunity to enroll in, update or waive employee benefits coverage through U of I for 2027.
Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/85174282296.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
For more info visit vandalsuidaho.sharepoint.com. Narcan and Opioid Response Training
Vandal Health Education
This workshop will help participants understand how to recognize and respond to an opioid overdose. It will also cover how to prevent opioid misuse, safely store medications and dispose of medications without putting them in our wastewater treatment process. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend. This workshop also counts towards the Vandal Health Education Connect Well Designation.
University Location: SRC Classroom (SRC 103) - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus. Questions? Erin Bacon, ebacon@uidaho.edu.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
For more info visit uidaho.bridgeapp.com. 2027 LHJF Commemorative Poster Unveiling
Lionel Hampton School of Music
Celebrate with the Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival in collaboration with the City of Moscow Arts! Join us for live music, light refreshments and the exciting reveal of the 2027 LHJF Commemorative Poster. You’ll be among the first to see the 2027 poster and get a sneak peek at the festival lineup of world-class musicians performing in April at this year's jazz festival!
Featuring:Original poster art by U of I Alum, Reinaldo Gil Zambrano, Performances by the U of I Chamber Jazz Choir and World Beat Ensemble, Refreshments served by Clamorous Cicada, Select posters from previous years on sale, along with limited-edition 2027 posters.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Moscow City Hall
206 W 3rd St, Moscow, ID 83843.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Hands on Cooking Class: It's Getting Chili!
Vandal Health Education
Warm up with Vandal Health Education in the Carmelita Spencer Foods Lab to make turkey chili and pumpkin cupcakes for this 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, October 7, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
For more info visit uidaho.co1.qualtrics.com. Info Session: Annual Enrollment Made Simple
Benefits Events
University employees: join Benefit Services for a one-hour session designed to make Annual Enrollment easier. We’ll compare your medical plan options and highlight key considerations to help you choose the plan that best fits your needs. The session will also cover 2027 plan changes, important reminders and deadlines, and how to enroll. Annual Enrollment runs Oct. 19 - Nov. 3 this year and is your opportunity to enroll in, update or waive employee benefits coverage through U of I for 2027.
Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/84906866955.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
For more info visit vandalsuidaho.sharepoint.com. Vandal Women's Soccer at Northern Colorado
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Greeley, Colorado.
For more info visit govandals.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, October 8, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit vandalsuidaho.sharepoint.com. Hit the Book(s) Club discussion meeting
Looking for something fun to read outside of classwork?
Like to talk about books with your friends?
Come join the library's book club!
A book club for students with reads decided by students.
Visit our website to learn more about reading and meeting schedules and how to join!
https://libguides.uidaho.edu/bookclub.
University Location: Team 2 (Room 132) - Library - Main Campus.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
For more info visit libcal.uidaho.edu. Guest Artist Contemporary Master Class with Miche' Smith
University of Idaho - COEHHS
The Dance Program will welcome guest artist Miche’ Smith to the Moscow campus for a free contemporary class on Thursday, October 8, from 12:30–1:50 p.m. in Dance Lab 110 in the Physical Education Building. The class will be taught at an intermediate level. All students interested in dance are invited to attend. Come ready to move!
Miche' is a dancer, actor and choreographer from Gautier, Mississippi. She grew up training where her mother and aunt trained, leading her to chase a life in the arts in pursuit of telling stories which would inspire and empower others. A graduate of Troy University, Miche’ completed both a Bachelor of Science in Theatre and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance and was awarded the David Dye Award for Excellence in Theatre Artistry. Upon graduation, Miche’ accepted a position as acting apprentice at Aurora Theatre in Atlanta, where she continued to hone her skills as an actor, educator, and performer. Miche’ joined Ririe-Woodbury Dance Company in 2021 as a dancer and educator. Her mos…
University Location: PEB 110 - Physical Education Bldg - Main Campus.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:50 PM.
Public Archaeological Dig at Moscow High School
University of Idaho - CLASS
Idaho Public Archaeology is conducting archaeological excavations on the grounds of the Moscow High School through Oct. 17. The dig is open to visitors 1-4 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays and 8:30 a.m. to noon Saturdays. Stop by for a free tour and to see students uncover local history.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Moscow High School, 402 East 5th St. Moscow, ID 83843.
Info Session: MASA Medical Transportation Coverage
Benefits Events
University employees: Join an info session to learn more about medical transportation coverage from MASA. This voluntary benefit offers coverage for emergency air and ground ambulance transportation, plus other hospital and emergency benefits. New this year: MASA now offers a plan for residents of Washington. This webinar is part of the Annual Enrollment info session series. Annual Enrollment runs Oct. 19 - Nov. 3 this year and is your opportunity to enroll in, update or waive employee benefits coverage through U of I for 2027.
Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/86841875250.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
For more info visit vandalsuidaho.sharepoint.com. Student Green Dot Bystander Intervention Training
Violence Prevention Programs
No one has to do everything, but everyone has to do something. Join Violence Prevention and Education for this highly engaging and interactive 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 Bridge. Learn more at go.uidaho.edu/workshops.
University Location: SRC Classroom (SRC 103) - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Flu Vaccine Clinic for Students
Vandal Health Education
Flu vaccine clinic for students, first come, first served. Students must bring photo ID and health insurance information; vaccines will be billed to health insurance. If students cannot attend an open clinic, they can call the Vandal Health Clinic at 208-885-4146 to schedule an appointment for their annual vaccine.
University Location: The Eatery - Dining Hall - Wallace Residence Center - Main Campus.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Campus Safety and Lighting Walk
Vandal Health Education
Join the Violence Prevention & Education Office on a Campus Safety and Lighting Walk at 7 p.m. Oct. 8 to identify lighting and safety concerns across campus. Beginning at the ASUI Lounge in the Idaho Student Union Building, the event provides an opportunity for the public to engage in planning with U of I and the city of Moscow, where applicable, to create safe environments with or without sunlight. Attendees will divide into groups as they tour campus and Paradise Path.
University Location: ASUI Vandal Lounge - Idaho Student Union Building - Main Campus. Questions? Contact Katrina Critchfield, kcritchfield@uidaho.edu.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Theatre Arts: 1984
Theatre Arts
The Theatre Arts Department proudly presents "1984" adapted for the stage by Robert Owens, Wilton E. Hall Jr. and William A. Miles Jr.
Adapted from the novel by George Orwell, "1984" depicts with great power and intense theatricality the horrors of humanity's fate in a society where privacy is a crime, thoughts can be prosecuted, and truth is reinvented. In the totalitarian world of “1984,” war is peace, freedom is slavery, and ignorance is strength. Don’t forget - Big Brother is always watching.
Performances run October 8-18 in the Forge Theatre. Admission is FREE for U of I students; $6 for youth 18 & under and non-U of I college students; $16 for seniors and military; $21 for U of I faculty, staff and alumni; and $26 for general admission.
University Location: The Forge Theater - Main Campus.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
For more info visit uitickets.evenue.net. Vandal Cross Country vs. Bill Dellinger Invitational
Friday, October 9, 2026.
Eugene, Oregon.
For more info visit govandals.com. 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, October 9, 2026, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Friday Try Day
Join Idaho Eats for our Friday Try Day with just a $7 door rate. Get affordable all-you-care-to-eat dining right on campus, from 11am until 2pm on Oct. 9 in The Eatery.
University Location: The Eatery - Dining Hall - Wallace Residence Center - Main Campus.
Friday, October 9, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Friday Crafternoon
Vandal Health Education
Join the Violence Prevention and Education Office in our once-a-month afternoon craft session to de-stress at the end of the week and find community. All supplies and a light snack provided.
University Location: Violence Prevention Office - 109 - Memorial Gym - Main Campus.
Friday, October 9, 2026, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Nuclear Engineering dissertation defense for Glenna
University of Idaho - ENGR
Doctoral candidate in Nuclear Engineering, Drew M. Glenna, under major professor Haiyan Zhao will defend the dissertation entitled, "First-Principles Investigations of Adsorption, Charge Transfer, and Corrosion in Sustainable Energy Materials" at 1:00 PDT on October 9, 2026 in CHE 303 on the Idaho Falls Campus. The event is free and open to the public.
University Location: CHE Foyer - University of Idaho, Idaho Falls.
Friday, October 9, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
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, October 9, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
For more info visit futurevandals.uidaho.edu. Hit the Book(s) Club discussion meeting
Looking for something fun to read outside of classwork?
Like to talk about books with your friends?
Come join the library's book club!
A book club for students with reads decided by students.
Visit our website to learn more about reading and meeting schedules and how to join!
https://libguides.uidaho.edu/bookclub.
University Location: Team 2 (Room 132) - Library - Main Campus.
Friday, October 9, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
For more info visit libcal.uidaho.edu. Vandal Alumni Pumpkin Paint and Sip
Alumni Relations
Get ready for a fun and creative evening with fellow University of Idaho alumni at our Vandals Alumni Pumpkin Paint & Sip event!
Join us on Friday, Oct. 9, 2026, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Pacific time at The Perch Cantina in Richland, Washington, for an evening of painting, socializing, and seasonal fun.
What to expectStep-by-step instruction from a talented artist with Art YOUR Way, All painting supplies provided, A festive pumpkin painting project to take home, Time to connect with fellow Vandals and friends, No experience necessary. Beginners and experienced artists are all welcome! Grab a friend, enjoy your favorite beverage and create something unique while reconnecting with the Vandal community.
Event snapshot, What: Vandal Alumni Pumpkin Paint & Sip
When: Friday, Oct. 9, 2026, 6-8 p.m. Pacific time
Where: The Perch Cantina, 592 Columbia Point Dr, Richland, Washington
Who: Vandal alumni and friends
Cost: $49 includes all painting supplies. Food and beverages available for purchase at the event.
Friday, October 9, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Perch Cantina
592 Columbia Point Dr.
Richland, WA, 99352.
For more info visit checkout.square.site. Jazz Bands & Jazz Choirs
Lionel Hampton School of Music
Join the LHSOM for a Jazz Bands & Jazz Choirs concert! Tickets are $12 (students and seniors) or $14 (general admission) at uitickets.com.
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University Location: Auditorium - Administration Building - Main Campus.
Friday, October 9, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
For more info visit uitickets.evenue.net. Theatre Arts: 1984
Theatre Arts
The Theatre Arts Department proudly presents "1984" adapted for the stage by Robert Owens, Wilton E. Hall Jr. and William A. Miles Jr.
Adapted from the novel by George Orwell, "1984" depicts with great power and intense theatricality the horrors of humanity's fate in a society where privacy is a crime, thoughts can be prosecuted, and truth is reinvented. In the totalitarian world of “1984,” war is peace, freedom is slavery, and ignorance is strength. Don’t forget - Big Brother is always watching.
Performances run October 8-18 in the Forge Theatre. Admission is FREE for U of I students; $6 for youth 18 & under and non-U of I college students; $16 for seniors and military; $21 for U of I faculty, staff and alumni; and $26 for general admission.
University Location: The Forge Theater - Main Campus.
Friday, October 9, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
For more info visit uitickets.evenue.net. Backpack to Hot Springs
Join Outdoor Program for an iconic Idaho backpacking trip to Stanley Hot Springs from October 10-11. Cost includes transportation and group equipment. Register early to save your spot!
Cost: $65 for U of I students, $85 all others
Required Pre-Trip Meeting: October 8, 5:30 p.m. in the SRC Classroom
Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Saturday, October 10, 2026 – Sunday, October 11, 2026.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Raft the Lower Salmon River
Outdoor Program
Join Outdoor Program for a weekend rafting the Lower Salmon River from Oct. 10-11. Register early to save your spot!
Cost: $120 for U of I students, $160 all others
Required Pre-Trip Meeting: 5:30 p.m. Oct. 6
Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Saturday, October 10, 2026 – Sunday, October 11, 2026.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. World-Changers in Engineering Day
University of Idaho - ENGR
Explore how your existing skills and creative mindset can help you become a successful engineer or computer scientist! World-Changers in Engineering (WIE) Day is a free workshop for 5th through 12th grade students designed to help you learn how engineers work together to help people, solve problems and change the world.
Saturday, October 10, 2026
Idaho Central Credit Union (ICCU) Arena on the Moscow, Idaho, campus
Learn more and register online.
Spend the day with the U of I College of Engineering!HIGH SCHOOL JUNIORS AND SENIORS EARN A $500 SCHOLARSHIP toward a U of I undergraduate degree in engineering. ENGAGE WITH CURRENT STUDENTS, FACULTY & INDUSTRY LEADERS through group discussions, activities and more. TOUR LABS AND LEARNING SPACES and learn about student life at U of I! GAIN CAREER INFO and insight into the many engineering degree paths at U of I.
Learn more at https://www.uidaho.edu/engineering/news-events/world-changers.
University Location: ICCU Arena - Main Campus.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Public Archaeological Dig at Moscow High School
University of Idaho - CLASS
Idaho Public Archaeology is conducting archaeological excavations on the grounds of the Moscow High School through Oct. 17. The dig is open to visitors 1-4 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays and 8:30 a.m. to noon Saturdays. Stop by for a free tour and to see students uncover local history.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
Moscow High School, 402 East 5th St. Moscow, ID 83843.
Vandal Tailgate at Weber State
Alumni Relations
🏈 Reunite with Fellow Vandals in Ogden!
Join the University of Idaho Alumni Relations team and the VandalStore for a pregame celebration before the Vandals take on Weber State! Whether you're enjoying the buffet or simply stopping by to reconnect with fellow alumni and fans, we'd love to see you sporting your black and gold.
Tailgate Details
📅 Saturday, Oct. 10
⏰ 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. (Mountain time)
📍 Steiny's Family Sports Bar & Grill
3809 Riverdale Road, Ogden, Utah
Tailgate Pricing
Tailgate Admission: Free
Want to enjoy the buffet? Add a meal for $20 per person, which includes a delicious buffet.
RSVP online.
Beer, wine and other beverages will be available for purchase.
Be sure to stop by the VandalStore, where you'll find exclusive tailgate specials along with plenty of Vandal apparel and gear.
Game Information
After the tailgate, head to Stewart Stadium as the Vandals take on the Wildcats at 1 p.m. Mountain time.
Vandal fans will be seated in sections 108-109 and 208-210.
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Saturday, October 10, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Steiny's Family Sports Bar and Grill
3809 Riverdale Road
Ogden, Utah.
For more info visit vandaltailgateweber2026.eventbrite.com. Sheep, Lamb, Wool and Ewe
Join a fun, family-friendly day celebrating sheep, agriculture, wool and farm life at the U of I Sheep Center. Enjoy tours of the center, fiber arts and agricultural demonstrations, family activities, a pumpkin patch and more. Boots are recommended.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
University of Idaho Sheep Center
950 Farm Rd, Moscow, ID 83843.
For more info visit maps.app.goo.gl. Vandal Football Watch Party - Lewiston
Alumni Relations
Join fellow Vandals and alumni at Zone 208 in Lewiston for a Vandal football watch party! Cheer on the Vandals, enjoy some football and connect with your fellow Vandal fans. 🏈💛🖤
Kick-off: 12 p.m. Pacific time vs. Weber State (doors open at 11:30 a.m.)
Location: Zone 208
167 Capital Street
Lewiston, Idaho
Cost to attend: FREE!
Family-friendly.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM.
Zone 208
167 Capital Street
Lewiston, Idaho.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Vandal Football at Weber State
Alumni Relations
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Ogden, Utah.
For more info visit govandals.com. Vandal Football Watch Party - Beaverton
Alumni Relations
Join fellow Vandals and alumni at Ringo's in Beaverton for a Vandal football watch party! Cheer on the Vandals, enjoy some football and connect with your fellow Vandal fans. 🏈💛🖤
Kick-off: 12 p.m. Pacific time vs. Weber State
Location: Ringo's Bar and Grill
3655 SW Hall Blvd
Beaverton, Oregon
Cost to attend: FREE!
21+ and over only.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Ringo's Bar and Grill
3655 SW Hall Blvd
Beaverton, Oregon.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. 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: 1 p.m. Mountain time vs. Weber State
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, October 10, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 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: 1 p.m. Mountain time vs. Weber State
Location: The Ranch Club
3544 W Chinden Blvd
Garden City, Idaho
Cost to attend: FREE!
21+ and over only.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 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: 12 p.m. Pacific time vs. Weber State
Location: Corner Club
202 S. Main
Moscow, Idaho
Cost to attend: FREE!
21+ and over only.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Corner Club
202 S. Main
Moscow, Idaho.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Vandal Football Watch Party - Moscow
Alumni Relations
Join fellow Vandals and alumni at Forty Two Bar Kitchen in Moscow for a Vandal football watch party! Cheer on the Vandals, enjoy some football and connect with your fellow Vandal fans. 🏈💛🖤
Kick-off: 12 p.m. Pacific time vs. Weber State
Location: Forty Two Bar Kitchen
2012 S. Main Street
Moscow, Idaho
Cost to attend: FREE!
Family-friendly.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Forty Two Bar Kitchen
2012 S. Main Street
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: 12 p.m. Pacific time vs. Weber State
Location: Cork and Taps by Domanico Cellars
236-D Port Avenue
Prosser, Washington
Cost to attend: FREE!
Family-friendly.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Cork and Taps by Domanico Cellars
236-D Port Avenue
Prosser, Washington.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Vandal Football Watch Party - Seattle
Alumni Relations
Join fellow Vandals and alumni at The Sound Bite Lounge at The Sound Hotel by Tapestry for a Vandal football watch party! Cheer on the Vandals, enjoy some football and connect with your fellow Vandal fans. 🏈💛🖤
Kick-off: 12 p.m. Pacific time vs. Weber State
Location: The Sound Bite Lounge at The Sound Hotel by Tapestry
2120 4th Avenue, 7th floor
Seattle, Washington
Cost to attend: FREE!
Family-friendly.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
The Sound Bite Lounge at The Sound Hotel by Tapestry
2120 4th Avenue, 7th floor
Seattle, Washington.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Vandal Volleyball at Northern Colorado
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Greeley, Colorado.
For more info visit govandals.com. African Night '26
Dept. of Student Involvement
African night is the biggest African event in Moscow. it is a celebration of African culture and community hosted by the African Student Association at University of Idaho. The evening will feature cultural performances, traditional and contemporary African music and dance, a fashion showcase and a variety of African foods. Students, employees, alumni and members of the surrounding community are invited to come together, experience different African cultures and celebrate the campus community.
University Location: International Ballroom - Bruce M. Pitman Center - Main Campus.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
For more info visit uidaho.cventevents.com. Theatre Arts: 1984
Theatre Arts
The Theatre Arts Department proudly presents "1984" adapted for the stage by Robert Owens, Wilton E. Hall Jr. and William A. Miles Jr.
Adapted from the novel by George Orwell, "1984" depicts with great power and intense theatricality the horrors of humanity's fate in a society where privacy is a crime, thoughts can be prosecuted, and truth is reinvented. In the totalitarian world of “1984,” war is peace, freedom is slavery, and ignorance is strength. Don’t forget - Big Brother is always watching.
Performances run October 8-18 in the Forge Theatre. Admission is FREE for U of I students; $6 for youth 18 & under and non-U of I college students; $16 for seniors and military; $21 for U of I faculty, staff and alumni; and $26 for general admission.
University Location: The Forge Theater - Main Campus.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
For more info visit uitickets.evenue.net. Vandal Voyagers — Village Life Cotswolds
Alumni Relations
Journey through the charming Cotswolds, the Heart of England and home to some of the country’s most scenic landscapes, filled with picturesque villages, rolling green hills and winding country lanes. From your home base in the first-class Queens Hotel in Cheltenham, embark on daily excursions, exploring grand properties and lovely countryside. At prestigious Oxford University, indulge in an exclusive after-hours tour of the Bodleian Library and Radcliffe Camera. At a local farm, learn about sustainability and foraging, harvest fresh vegetables from the garden and engage in a cooking lesson. Discover the unique history and heritage of the Arts and Crafts movement in the Cotswolds during visits to Hidcote Garden and Kelmscott Manor, the former home of William Morris. Tour majestic Blenheim Palace and Sudeley Castle, stroll through lush gardens and tread in Shakespeare’s footsteps in Stratford-upon-Avon. Treat yourself to this unforgettable 7-night escape to England’s castles and countryside!
Sunday, October 11, 2026 – Monday, October 19, 2026.
England.
For more info visit idaho.gohagantravel.com. Vandal Women's Soccer at Northern Arizona
Sunday, October 11, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Flagstaff, Arizona.
For more info visit govandals.com. Theatre Arts: 1984
Theatre Arts
The Theatre Arts Department proudly presents "1984" adapted for the stage by Robert Owens, Wilton E. Hall Jr. and William A. Miles Jr.
Adapted from the novel by George Orwell, "1984" depicts with great power and intense theatricality the horrors of humanity's fate in a society where privacy is a crime, thoughts can be prosecuted, and truth is reinvented. In the totalitarian world of “1984,” war is peace, freedom is slavery, and ignorance is strength. Don’t forget - Big Brother is always watching.
Performances run October 8-18 in the Forge Theatre. Admission is FREE for U of I students; $6 for youth 18 & under and non-U of I college students; $16 for seniors and military; $21 for U of I faculty, staff and alumni; and $26 for general admission.
University Location: The Forge Theater - Main Campus.
Sunday, October 11, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
For more info visit uitickets.evenue.net. Fall midterm exams start
Registrar
Monday, October 12, 2026.
CLASS Connection Hour- Midterms Breakfast
University of Idaho - CLASS
Come hang out with your CLASS community! Join fellow College of Letters, Arts & Social Sciences students, staff, and faculty for a midterm's celebration! Free breakfast, good conversation, and new connections.
Whether you’re looking to meet new people, catch up with friends, or just grab a breakfast between classes, we’d love to see you there. Come as you are and stay for as long as you’d like!
University Location: Clearwater-Whitewater - Idaho Student Union Building - Main Campus.
Monday, October 12, 2026, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
How To Series: Apply for GPSA Publication and Travel Awards
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.
Interested in travelling to conferences or publishing your work? GPSA offers awards to help that dream become reality for graduate-level students. Come to the workshop and learn about the application process and what to expect. Come with questions!
Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/89699690002.
Monday, October 12, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
For more info visit futurevandals.uidaho.edu. 2026 Indigenous Peoples' Day Keynote: John Herrington
Native American Student Center
Join Tribal Nations Student Affairs & the Office of Tribal Relations for the 2026 Indigenous Peoples' Day celebration featuring U of I alumnus and former NASA astronaut John Herrington, the first citizen of a federally recognized tribe to travel to space.
An enrolled citizen of the Chickasaw Nation of Oklahoma, Herrington earned his doctorate in education from U of I in 2014, researching what motivates and engages Native American students in STEM. Come hear his story, celebrate Indigenous excellence and discover Astronauts For America.
University Location: Vandal Ballroom - Bruce M. Pitman Center - Main Campus.
Monday, October 12, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
Graduate Student Essentials - AI Tools and Resources at U of I
College of Graduate Studies
This workshop will introduce attendees to the AI tools and resources available through the University of Idaho. Depending on attendee interests, we may also discuss external AI tools that can support library research. While topics such as AI literacy and ethical AI use may arise during this session, the primary focus of this workshop is to become familiar with available tools and campus resources.
Following this workshop, attendees will:Identify AI tools and resources available through the University of Idaho, Know where to find support and who to contact on campus with AI-related questions, 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, October 12, 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, October 12, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
For more info visit futurevandals.uidaho.edu. English Conversation Hour
International Programs Office (IPO)
English Conversation Hour is hosted on Mondays every week from 5-6 pm in the International Programs Office Event Center.
Come practice English together and learn more about American culture and language! All levels of proficiency are welcome!
If you have any questions contact our English Conversation Hour facilitator:
Oakley Cloward
clow8717@vandals.uidaho.edu.
University Location: International Programs Office (IPO) - Living Learning Community - Main Campus.
Monday, October 12, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
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, October 13, 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, October 13, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
For more info visit iwrri.uidaho.edu. Renfrew Colloquium: Explosive Deaths of Massive Stars (Core Collapse Supernovae)
University of Idaho - CLASS
The Malcolm Renfrew Interdisciplinary Colloquium presents: "Explosive Deaths of Massive Stars (Core Collapse Supernovae)."
The speaker is David Vartanyan (Physics).
University Location: 101 - Library - Main Campus.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Public Archaeological Dig at Moscow High School
University of Idaho - CLASS
Idaho Public Archaeology is conducting archaeological excavations on the grounds of the Moscow High School through Oct. 17. The dig is open to visitors 1-4 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays and 8:30 a.m. to noon Saturdays. Stop by for a free tour and to see students uncover local history.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Moscow High School, 402 East 5th St. Moscow, ID 83843.
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, October 13, 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, October 13, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
Guide to Gaining U.S. Work Experience
You are invited to join the Career Services Overview, part of the International Graduate Student Essentials Series.
Join in person or via Zoom:
https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/82325811873
Meeting ID: 823 25811873
Hope to see you then!
University Location: International Programs Office (IPO) Conference Room - Living Learning Community - Main Campus.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
For more info visit uidaho.campuslabs.com. 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.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit vandalsuidaho.sharepoint.com. Media and Memory: Storytelling in Central Europe (Summer Study Abroad in Prague) Info Session
International Programs Office (IPO)
Embark on a transformative three-week journey to the heart of Central Europe with our immersive study abroad program in Prague, Czech Republic. You’ll complete 7 credits and learn the art of content creation with an exploration of how mass media shape our understanding of history. Experience Czech culture firsthand through local cuisine, art and daily life, explore stunning architecture ranging from Gothic to Baroque to Art Nouveau; and enjoy a vibrant café culture and nightlife scene. Includes trips to historic and picturesque medieval towns Karlštejn and Kutná Hora, and a four-day trip to Mikulov and Vienna, Austria. Registration encouraged for the info session on Oct. 13.
University Location: International Programs Office (IPO) Conference Room - Living Learning Community - Main Campus.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
For more info visit futurevandals.uidaho.edu. Palouse French Film Festival: L'Étranger/The Stranger
University of Idaho - CLASS
The Palouse French Film Festival happens each Tuesday in October. Opening reception before the film on Oct. 6, closing reception before the film on Oct. 27. Screenings begin at 7:00 pm. Free admission for students; others: $5/film or $12/festival pass.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre - Moscow.
Wind Ensemble & Concert Band
Lionel Hampton School of Music
Join the LHSOM for a Wind Ensemble & Concert Band concert! Tickets are $12 (students and seniors) or $14 (general admission) at uitickets.com.
AD = Additional Event.
University Location: Auditorium - Administration Building - Main Campus.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
For more info visit uitickets.evenue.net. Fruit Bats Concert
Dept. of Student Involvement
The Fruit Bats are coming to the University of Idaho. Catch the indie folk, folk rock and alternative country favorites live at the International Ballroom on October 13. Known for their warm vocals, bright melodies and acoustic-driven sound, Fruit Bats balance joyful, upbeat moments with thoughtful, cinematic melancholy. Get ready for an unforgettable night of music that feels both nostalgic and fresh. Get your tickets now at uitickets.com.
University Location: International Ballroom - Bruce M. Pitman Center - Main Campus.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 8:00 PM – Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 12:00 AM.
For more info visit www.uitickets.com. Scream your stress away
Midterms are rough. Scream it out in the library whisper room! The whisper room will be available for screams from 10-6pm drop in whenever you want!
Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
The Studio (A/V Lab) - Library - Main Campus.
For more info visit libcal.uidaho.edu. Staff Council Monthly Meeting
Staff Council Monthly Meeting is open to all employees. Staff Council members unable to attend should reach out to Emily Dorigo emilyd@uidaho.edu.
Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/89065181268.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
For more info visit vandalsuidaho.sharepoint.com. Creating a Resilient Mindset
Benefits Events
Join the Employee Assistance Program for a free webinar designed to teach resilience in the face of situations that demand unprecedented flexibility and emotional strength. Participants will learn strategies to overcome mental obstacles and limiting beliefs, embracing vulnerability and calculated risks to help develop a growth-oriented mindset.
Participate Online: https://www.bigmarker.com/workplace-options/creating-a-resilient-mindset-university-of-idaho-training-id-208126.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
A11y Idaho - Open Hours
Join us online to get your questions about accessibility answered.
Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/meeting/register/6KkAkSMUSVqpyj8Pnf2GuA#/registration.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM.
For more info visit uidaho.zoom.us. Scream Your Stress Away
Midterms are rough. Come scream it out in the library WhisperRoom, the soundproof recording booth. Drop in from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
University Location: 101 - Library - Main Campus.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit libcal.uidaho.edu. Cocoa & Connection
Vandal Health Education
Stop by to grab some free hot cocoa and learn about how you can better support your community during Domestic Violence Awareness Month! Collaboration between Violence Prevention and Education and Alternatives to Violence of the Palouse.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit www.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, October 14, 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, October 14, 2026, 12:00 PM – 12:20 PM.
For more info visit uidaho.zoom.us. Pre-Athletic Training Ice Cream Social and Open House
University of Idaho - COEHHS
U of I Athletic Training Program invites you to join us for an ice cream social and open house! Stop by to grab some free ice cream, meet current athletic training students and faculty and learn more about the Athletic Training program as well as internship and practicum opportunities through the ISMaRT Clinic.
University Location: ED 120 - College of Education, Health and Human Sciences - Main Campus.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. NSF Broader Impacts 101 — Faculty Success Seminar
A competitive National Science Foundation (NSF) grant proposal must include a compelling Broader Impacts (BI) section. To help researchers develop a competitive BI section, the Research and Faculty Development Team (RFD) is pleased to offer an NSF Broader Impacts 101 Faculty Success Seminar. Participants will walk away with an understanding of BI, how NSF evaluates proposal merit according to the BI review criterion and six key elements of a strong BI plan. Registration is encouraged by October 12.
When: Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 12:30-1:30 p.m. PT
Where: IRIC 305
Registration link: https://infoready.uidaho.edu/#freeformCompetitionDetail/2026594.
University Location: IRIC 305 - Integrated Research and Innovation Center - Main Campus.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
For more info visit infoready.uidaho.edu. Grad School Prep
Career Services
Is grad school the right next step for you? Learn how to navigate the application process and prepare for advanced studies. This workshop covers questions to ask before applying to grad school, key strategies for selecting programs, strengthening applications and funding opportunities to help students achieve their academic and professional goals.
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, October 14, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:15 PM.
For more info visit uidaho.joinhandshake.com. COBRE/INBRE Research Seminars, FRC 201
University of Idaho - CALS
Join us for the COBRE/INBRE research seminar 12:30-1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14 Food Research Center (FRC), Room 201, 2nd floor or online. https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/85378733741 Guest speaker Nickolai Martonick, Ph.D. assistant professor, University of Idaho "Investigating bone density, gait and nutrition in women across the lifespan." **RSVP required for in person attendance womenshealth@uidaho.edu.
University Location: Food Research Center (FRC) - Main Campus. Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/85378733741.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
For more info visit uidaho.zoom.us. CANCELLED - Biological Sciences Seminar: Carey Nadell, PhD.; Dartmouth University
Biological Sciences
This week's departmental seminar is presented by Dr. Carey Nadell; Dartmouth University. The title is forthcoming.
University Location: LIFE 277 - Life Sciences South (LSS) - Main Campus.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM.
For more info visit nadell-lab.org. Biological Sciences Seminar:Norma Cecilia Martinez-Gomez, PhD.; University of California, Berkeley
Biological Sciences
This week's departmental seminar presented by Dr. Norma Cecilia Martinez-Gomez, is entitled “Functional Divergence of Two Metallophores in Methylobacterium extorquens.".
University Location: LIFE 277 - Life Sciences South (LSS) - Main Campus.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM.
For more info visit vcresearch.berkeley.edu. Faculty Student Success Series: Beyond Access: Teaching Practices that Promote Student Success & Equity
CETL
Join CETL's Student Success Series to explore practical, research-based strategies that enhance student learning, engagement, belonging, and success. This collaborative series offers faculty and staff opportunities to learn, share ideas, and strengthen practices that support student achievement across the University of Idaho.
Participate Online: https://uidaho.bridgeapp.com/learner/training/1799a67b/enroll.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
For more info visit vandalsuidaho.sharepoint.com. Grad School Prep
Career Services
Is grad school the right next step for you? Learn how to navigate the application process and prepare for advanced studies. This workshop covers questions to ask before applying to grad school, key strategies for selecting programs, strengthening applications and funding opportunities to help students achieve their academic and professional goals.
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, October 14, 2026, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM.
For more info visit uidaho.joinhandshake.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.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit futurevandals.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, October 14, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Climbing Center - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Vandal Volleyball vs. Portland State
Thursday, October 15, 2026.
Moscow, Idaho.
For more info visit govandals.com. Mental Health Series: Relationships with Food and Eating
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.
The intense pressure of graduate research can easily disrupt your relationship with food, turning eating into another source of stress. This workshop offers a path back to balancing this relationship. Learn practical stress management techniques and explore intuitive eating practices designed to help you reconnect with your body’s cues and build a sustainable, nourishing routine in graduate school.
Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/86484425697.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
For more info visit futurevandals.uidaho.edu. Professional Development Initiative: Writing CVs and Resumes
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.
Don't get CVs and resumes? Come to this workshop to understand the two of the most important documents in the hiring process, and stay for tips and tricks from the Career Services professionals.
Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/82483887342.
Thursday, October 15, 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, October 15, 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, October 15, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
For more info visit vandalsuidaho.sharepoint.com. Public Archaeological Dig at Moscow High School
University of Idaho - CLASS
Idaho Public Archaeology is conducting archaeological excavations on the grounds of the Moscow High School through Oct. 17. The dig is open to visitors 1-4 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays and 8:30 a.m. to noon Saturdays. Stop by for a free tour and to see students uncover local history.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Moscow High School, 402 East 5th St. Moscow, ID 83843.
Guest Masterclass - Duo Velox, clarinet & saxophone studios
Lionel Hampton School of Music
Join the LHSOM for a clarinet and saxophone masterclass with Duo Velox. Free to attend.
University Location: 216 - Lionel Hampton School of Music - Main Campus.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Convocation 2
Lionel Hampton School of Music
Join the LHSOM for Convocation 2, featuring select student performances. Free to attend.
University Location: Haddock Performance Hall - Lionel Hampton School of Music - Main Campus.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
Fall Twilight Trek
Outdoor Program
Join Outdoor Program for a Fall Twilight Trek on Moscow Mountain. 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 3 p.m. in the SRC Outdoor Program lobby 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, October 15, 2026, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
SRC Main - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Grad Student Hit the Book(s) Club discussion meeting
Looking for something fun to read outside of classwork?
Like to talk about books with your friends?
Come join the library's book club Grad student edition!
A book club for students with reads decided by students.
Visit our website to learn more about reading and meeting schedules and how to join!
https://libguides.uidaho.edu/bookclub/grads.
University Location: Library - Main Campus.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
For more info visit libcal.uidaho.edu. Outdoor First Aid Clinic
Learn how to build a splint on an arm and more about the Wilderness First Responder course taught in January. This free introductory clinic with the Outdoor Program will help strengthen your outdoor skills.
University Location: SRC Classroom (SRC 103) - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Guest Q&A: Duo Velox
Lionel Hampton School of Music
Join the LHSOM for a guest Q&A featuring Duo Velox, clarinet and saxophone. Free to attend.
University Location: Haddock Performance Hall - Lionel Hampton School of Music - Main Campus.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Prichard Art Gallery - Bingo Night at the 1912 Center
University of Idaho - CAA
Bingo Night at the 1912 Center. Proceeds benefitting the Prichard Art Gallery. Hosted by Hunga Dunga Brewing. Doors open at 5:30, games begin at 6. Raffle prizes and cash winnings for every bingo win! $5 entry, $2 per bingo card. Costumes encouraged!
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The 1912 Center, 412 E 3rd St, Moscow, ID 83843.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. America Needs Godly Men
Hear from Shane Winnings as part of the Leadership Institute’s Free to Speak National Campus Tour. The event, “America Needs Godly Men,” is hosted by Turning Point USA. Register for free to attend.
University Location: Vandal Ballroom - Bruce M. Pitman Center - Main Campus.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Zombie Run
Intramurals
Join Intramural Sports for a Zombie Costume Run, a two-mile loop that starts and ends at the front lawn of the SRC.
Costumes are encouraged, participants may walk or run. Open to all UI students, faculty, or staff. Come show-off your costumes, de-stress, and have fun during midterms!
University Location: SRC Main - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
For more info visit www.imleagues.com. Guest Recital: Duo Velox
Lionel Hampton School of Music
Join the LHSOM for a guest recital featuring Duo Velox, clarinet and saxophone. Free and open to the public.
MUSX 1400: FG.
University Location: Haddock Performance Hall - Lionel Hampton School of Music - Main Campus.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Vandal Voyagers — Cruise Spain, Portugal and Morocco
Alumni Relations
Witness the Iberian Peninsula and Portugal’s breathtaking Algarve coast on a deluxe, eight-night cruise aboard the World Traveller, an exclusively chartered small ship! Journey from Barcelona to Lisbon through the Strait of Gibraltar, stopping to explore seven spectacular cities in four countries. Walk through Valencia’s old town and visit Parroquia de San Nicolás. Tour Granada’s magnificent Alhambra palace and Generalife gardens; and visit the 18th-century Kasbah in Tangier, strolling exotic Moroccan markets. Continue to Cap Spartel to visit the ancient Caves of Hercules and admire views from the 19th-century lighthouse. During a scenic drive through Gibraltar Nature Reserve, enter stalactite-filled St. Michael's Cave, view the legendary two pillars of Hercules and Atlas mountains and “The Rock,” and marvel at the world-famous Barbary Apes. Sail up the Guadalquivir River to the ancient Andalusian city of Seville to see the 11th-century Royal Alcázar of Seville palace; and explore the walled city of Lagos in…
Friday, October 16, 2026 – Sunday, October 25, 2026.
Spain, Portugal, Morocco.
For more info visit idaho.gohagantravel.com. Fall midterm exams end
Registrar
Friday, October 16, 2026.
Last day of class for early 8-week classes
Registrar
Friday, October 16, 2026.
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, October 16, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
For more info visit futurevandals.uidaho.edu. All Choirs Concert
Lionel Hampton School of Music
Join the LHSOM for an All Choirs Concert featuring the Vandaleers and the University Choir. Tickets are $12 (students and seniors) or $14 (general admission) at uitickets.com.
MUSX 1400: AD.
University Location: Haddock Performance Hall - Lionel Hampton School of Music - Main Campus.
Friday, October 16, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
For more info visit uitickets.evenue.net. Theatre Arts: 1984
Theatre Arts
The Theatre Arts Department proudly presents "1984" adapted for the stage by Robert Owens, Wilton E. Hall Jr. and William A. Miles Jr.
Adapted from the novel by George Orwell, "1984" depicts with great power and intense theatricality the horrors of humanity's fate in a society where privacy is a crime, thoughts can be prosecuted, and truth is reinvented. In the totalitarian world of “1984,” war is peace, freedom is slavery, and ignorance is strength. Don’t forget - Big Brother is always watching.
Performances run October 8-18 in the Forge Theatre. Admission is FREE for U of I students; $6 for youth 18 & under and non-U of I college students; $16 for seniors and military; $21 for U of I faculty, staff and alumni; and $26 for general admission.
University Location: The Forge Theater - Main Campus.
Friday, October 16, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
For more info visit uitickets.evenue.net. Vandal Cross Country vs. LC State Invite
Saturday, October 17, 2026.
Lewiston, Idaho.
For more info visit govandals.com. Vandal Volleyball vs. Northern Arizona
Saturday, October 17, 2026.
Moscow, Idaho.
For more info visit govandals.com. Rock climbing in Post Falls
Outdoor Program
Join Outdoor Program for some fun fall, outside climbing single pitch routes in Post Falls, Idaho. Cost includes transportation, group equipment, rock climbing gear and instruction. Register early to save your spot!
Cost: $70 for U of I students, $90 all others
Required Pre-Trip Meeting: 5:30 p.m. Oct. 14, in the SRC Classroom
Contact Outdoor Program with any questions at outdoorprogram@uidaho.edu or 208-885-6810.
Saturday, October 17, 2026.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Public Archaeological Dig at Moscow High School
University of Idaho - CLASS
Idaho Public Archaeology is conducting archaeological excavations on the grounds of the Moscow High School through Oct. 17. The dig is open to visitors 1-4 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays and 8:30 a.m. to noon Saturdays. Stop by for a free tour and to see students uncover local history.
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
Moscow High School, 402 East 5th St. Moscow, ID 83843.
Vandal Tailgate at Montana
Alumni Relations
Join fellow University of Idaho alumni and fans in Missoula before the Vandals battle the Griz for the Little Brown Stein! Whether you're fueling up with a great BBQ lunch or simply stopping by to reconnect with fellow Vandals, we can't wait to celebrate game day together.
Tailgate Details
Saturday, Oct. 17
10 a.m. Mountain time
Spot 2, Kirkland Memorial Grove
East of the indoor practice facility, Missoula, Montana
Tailgate PricingEarly Registration: $20 per person, At the Door: $25 per person, Not planning to eat? You're still welcome to join us! Attendance is free if you'd simply like to stop by, visit with fellow Vandals and enjoy the pregame atmosphere.
Your Tailgate Ticket IncludesBBQ pulled pork sandwich, Creamy coleslaw, Vegetarian baked beans, Cornbread with honey butter, Iced water, A no-host beer and wine bar will also be available. RSVP at vandaltailgatemontana2026.eventbrite.com, Game Information
After the tailgate, get ready for one of the biggest rivalry games of the season as the Vandals…
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Spot 2, Kirkland Memorial Grove
East of the indoor practice facility
Missoula, Montana.
For more info visit vandaltailgatemontana2026.eventbrite.com. Brave & Bold Red release and Little Brown Stein watch party - Caldwell
Alumni Relations
Calling all Vandals! Set your sights on bringing the Little Brown Stein back to Moscow as the Vandal Football takes on the University of Montana Griz. Vandal-owned Huston Vineyards in Caldwell is your Vandal Watch Party Central for the big game. Try Huston’s new 2024 Brave & Bold Red Blend, as well as their other three Vandal wines:Silver & Gold White, Tried & True Rosé Brave & Bold Red, Enjoy tasty treats from a local food throughout the afternoon, with Vandal wines available for purchase by the glass and bottle.
At 1 p.m. Mountain time, the game hits the big screen at the winery. Bring your friends, wear your silver and gold and cheer on Idaho to a Vandal victory.
Event Snapshot
What: Vandal Wine Tasting & Little Brown Stein Watch Party
Who: Vandals, family, friends and Vandal Uncorked wine club members
When: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mountain time, Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026
Where: Huston Vineyards Event Facility, 16755 Chicken Dinner Rd. Caldwell, Idaho
Cost: $15 per person, which includes 3 oz of each of the 3…
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Huston Vineyards Event Facility
16755 Chicken Dinner Rd.
Caldwell, Idaho.
For more info visit hustonvineyards.com. Vandal Football Watch Party - Lewiston
Alumni Relations
Join fellow Vandals and alumni at Zone 208 in Lewiston for a Vandal football watch party! Cheer on the Vandals, enjoy some football and connect with your fellow Vandal fans. 🏈💛🖤
Kick-off: 12 p.m. Pacific time vs. Montana (doors open at 11:30 a.m.)
Location: Zone 208
167 Capital Street
Lewiston, Idaho
Cost to attend: FREE!
Family-friendly.
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM.
Zone 208
167 Capital Street
Lewiston, Idaho.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Vandal Football at Montana
Alumni Relations
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Missoula, Montana.
For more info visit govandals.com. Vandal Football Watch Party - Beaverton
Alumni Relations
Join fellow Vandals and alumni at Ringo's in Beaverton for a Vandal football watch party! Cheer on the Vandals, enjoy some football and connect with your fellow Vandal fans. 🏈💛🖤
Kick-off: 12 p.m. Pacific time vs. Montana
Location: Ringo's Bar and Grill
3655 SW Hall Blvd
Beaverton, Oregon
Cost to attend: FREE!
21+ and over only.
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Ringo's Bar and Grill
3655 SW Hall Blvd
Beaverton, Oregon.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. 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: 1 p.m. Mountain time vs. Montana
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, October 17, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 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: 1 p.m. Mountain time vs. Montana
Location: The Ranch Club
3544 W Chinden Blvd
Garden City, Idaho
Cost to attend: FREE!
21+ and over only.
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 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 Forty Two Bar Kitchen in Moscow for a Vandal football watch party! Cheer on the Vandals, enjoy some football and connect with your fellow Vandal fans. 🏈💛🖤
Kick-off: Noon Pacific time vs. Montana
Location: Forty Two Bar Kitchen
2012 S. Main Street
Moscow, Idaho
Cost to attend: FREE!
Family-friendly.
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Forty Two Bar Kitchen
2012 S. Main Street
Moscow, 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: 12 p.m. Pacific time vs. Montana
Location: Corner Club
202 S. Main
Moscow, Idaho
Cost to attend: FREE!
21+ and over only.
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 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: 12 p.m. Pacific time vs. Montana
Location: Cork and Taps by Domanico Cellars
236-D Port Avenue
Prosser, Washington
Cost to attend: FREE!
Family-friendly.
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Cork and Taps by Domanico Cellars
236-D Port Avenue
Prosser, Washington.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Vandal Football Watch Party - Seattle
Alumni Relations
Join fellow Vandals and alumni at The Sound Bite Lounge at The Sound Hotel by Tapestry for a Vandal football watch party! Cheer on the Vandals, enjoy some football and connect with your fellow Vandal fans. 🏈💛🖤
Kick-off: 12 p.m. Pacific time vs. Montana
Location: The Sound Bite Lounge at The Sound Hotel by Tapestry
2120 4th Avenue, 7th floor
Seattle, Washington
Cost to attend: FREE!
Family-friendly.
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
The Sound Bite Lounge at The Sound Hotel by Tapestry
2120 4th Avenue, 7th floor
Seattle, Washington.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Palouse Double Reed Fest
Lionel Hampton School of Music
Join us for a day of double reed fun for oboists and bassoonists, co-hosted by the double reed faculty of the the University of Idaho Lionel Hampton School of Music (Keslie Pharis, oboe, and Javier Rodriguez, bassoon) and Washington State University School of Music (Keri McCarthy, oboe, Jacqueline Wilson, bassoon)! Participants will enjoy learning from performances, masterclasses, reed classes, and playing in our Palouse Double Reed Band. All ages and ability levels are welcome!
Event Schedule: 12:30-1 Arrivals (LHSOM Lobby), 1:00 Welcome Recital (Haddock Performance Hall), 1:40 Masterclass 3:00 Reed Class 4:00 Double Reed Ensemble 5:00 Event Concludes
, Register today!
University Location: Haddock Performance Hall - Lionel Hampton School of Music - Main Campus.
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
For more info visit futurevandals.uidaho.edu. CANCELLED - El Color De Nuestra Tierra
Dept. of Student Involvement
El Color is an event that showcases Latine culture through various forms of expression, highlighting issues within the community under a different theme each year. We love to showcase art, poetry, dance, music, food, and have performances by locals as well as those from afar. This year, our theme is "Entre Dos Mundos: Growing Up Between Cultures," with the goal of highlighting what it meant to grow up between cultures, languages, traditions, expectations, and identities. During our event, we aim to address the following topics: imposter syndrome, code- switching, family expectations, and generational divide.
University Location: International Ballroom - Bruce M. Pitman Center - Main Campus.
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Theatre Arts: 1984
Theatre Arts
The Theatre Arts Department proudly presents "1984" adapted for the stage by Robert Owens, Wilton E. Hall Jr. and William A. Miles Jr.
Adapted from the novel by George Orwell, "1984" depicts with great power and intense theatricality the horrors of humanity's fate in a society where privacy is a crime, thoughts can be prosecuted, and truth is reinvented. In the totalitarian world of “1984,” war is peace, freedom is slavery, and ignorance is strength. Don’t forget - Big Brother is always watching.
Performances run October 8-18 in the Forge Theatre. Admission is FREE for U of I students; $6 for youth 18 & under and non-U of I college students; $16 for seniors and military; $21 for U of I faculty, staff and alumni; and $26 for general admission.
University Location: The Forge Theater - Main Campus.
Saturday, October 17, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
For more info visit uitickets.evenue.net. Homecoming 2026
Join the entire Vandal Family for Homecoming 2026, from Sunday, Oct. 18 to Saturday, Oct. 24. Student-focused events happen throughout the week. Weekend events include the Serpentine, Vandal Rally Friday night and parade through downtown Moscow, followed by Vandal Football against Southern Utah on Saturday.
Football season ticket renewals are available now. New season tickets go on sale May 1. Single-game tickets will be available this summer. Contact tickets@uidaho.edu or 208-885-4295.
Sunday, October 18, 2026 – Saturday, October 24, 2026.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Theatre Arts: 1984
Theatre Arts
The Theatre Arts Department proudly presents "1984" adapted for the stage by Robert Owens, Wilton E. Hall Jr. and William A. Miles Jr.
Adapted from the novel by George Orwell, "1984" depicts with great power and intense theatricality the horrors of humanity's fate in a society where privacy is a crime, thoughts can be prosecuted, and truth is reinvented. In the totalitarian world of “1984,” war is peace, freedom is slavery, and ignorance is strength. Don’t forget - Big Brother is always watching.
Performances run October 8-18 in the Forge Theatre. Admission is FREE for U of I students; $6 for youth 18 & under and non-U of I college students; $16 for seniors and military; $21 for U of I faculty, staff and alumni; and $26 for general admission.
University Location: The Forge Theater - Main Campus.
Sunday, October 18, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
For more info visit uitickets.evenue.net. Annual Enrollment for Employee Benefits Opens
Benefits Events
During Annual Enrollment from Oct. 19 - Nov. 3, benefit-eligible university employees can enroll in, update or waive benefits coverage for 2027. Visit the Annual Enrollment webpage on Inside UI for information on 2027 benefit updates and rates, instructions how to enroll or waive coverage, and answers to frequently asked questions.
Monday, October 19, 2026.
For more info visit vandalsuidaho.sharepoint.com. Fall midterm grades due
Registrar
Monday, October 19, 2026.
Late 8-week classes begin
Registrar
Monday, October 19, 2026.
How To Series: Steps to Your Degree
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.
Open to current graduate students, this workshop will go through the forms which it takes to get your master's or PhD degree. You will learn the timeline of when to submit forms and how to complete those forms. Come with any questions you might have.
Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/89699690002.
Monday, October 19, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
For more info visit futurevandals.uidaho.edu. Cookies and Fruit with the Dean
University of Idaho - SCI
Join Dean Ginger Carney for cookies and fruit at the College of Science (Mines Building Room 321). Connect with College of Science staff, faculty and students and enjoy a snack.
Monday, October 19, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Mines Building Room 321.
Graduate Student Essentials – Geographic Information System Resources
College of Graduate Studies
Do you have geographic data you want to analyze or visualize on a map? This workshop will get you started. You will learn about Library support and learning resources for GIS and how to find and share data on the U of I ArcGIS Online portal.
Following this workshop, participants will: Be familiar with GIS support services and learning resources Know where to access GIS software Be able to navigate the U of I Teaching & Scholarly Research ArcGIS Online Portal 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, October 19, 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, October 19, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
For more info visit futurevandals.uidaho.edu. English Conversation Hour
International Programs Office (IPO)
English Conversation Hour is hosted on Mondays every week from 5-6 pm in the International Programs Office Event Center.
Come practice English together and learn more about American culture and language! All levels of proficiency are welcome!
If you have any questions contact our English Conversation Hour facilitator:
Oakley Cloward
clow8717@vandals.uidaho.edu.
University Location: International Programs Office (IPO) - Living Learning Community - Main Campus.
Monday, October 19, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Idaho Bach Festival Student Solos & Ensembles
Lionel Hampton School of Music
Join the LHSOM for the first day of 2026 Idaho Bach Festival, featuring performances by student solos and ensembles. Free to attend.
MUSX 1400: AD.
University Location: Haddock Performance Hall - Lionel Hampton School of Music - Main Campus.
Monday, October 19, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 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, October 20, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
For more info visit iwrri.uidaho.edu. Renfrew Colloquium: Decoding Hidden Messages from Animal Movement Data
University of Idaho - CLASS
The Malcolm Renfrew Interdisciplinary Colloquium presents: "Decoding Hidden Messages from Animal Movement Data." The speaker is Simona Picardi (Fish & Wildlife Sciences).
University Location: 101 - Library - Main Campus.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Graduate Writing Symposium: Writing as a Daily Practice
College of Graduate Studies
The Graduate Writing Symposium series provides graduate-level students the tools to write better, professionally, academically, and personally. Topics often include the ethics and application of AI in research, while workshops focus on more creative ways of writing.
Want to improve your writing, but unsure where to start? This workshop will cover how writing daily can help you write better, as well as give you ideas of how to practice that effectively. Although this practice will not be focused on academic writing, this practice can help improve all of your writing. Come with any questions you have.
Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/83559026689.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit futurevandals.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, October 20, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
For more info visit futurevandals.uidaho.edu. Palouse French Film Festival: À son image/In His Own Image
University of Idaho - CLASS
The Palouse French Film Festival happens each Tuesday in October. Opening reception before the film on Oct. 6, closing reception before the film on Oct. 27. Screenings begin at 7:00 pm. Free admission for students; others: $5/film or $12/festival pass.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre - Moscow.
Idaho Bach Festival Faculty & Guests Solos & Ensembles
Lionel Hampton School of Music
Join the LHSOM for the second day of 2026 Idaho Bach Festival, featuring performances by faculty solos and ensembles.
MUSX 1400: AD.
University Location: Haddock Performance Hall - Lionel Hampton School of Music - Main Campus.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
A11y Idaho - Open Hours
Join us online to get your questions about accessibility answered.
Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/meeting/register/6KkAkSMUSVqpyj8Pnf2GuA#/registration.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM.
For more info visit uidaho.zoom.us. 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, October 21, 2026, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM.
For more info visit uidaho.zoom.us. Flu Vaccine Clinic for Students
Vandal Health Education
Flu vaccine clinic for students, first come, first served. Students must bring photo ID and health insurance information; vaccines will be billed to health insurance. If students cannot attend an open clinic, they can call the Vandal Health Clinic at 208-885-4146 to schedule an appointment for their annual vaccine.
University Location: ASUI Vandal Lounge - Idaho Student Union Building - Main Campus.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM.
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, October 21, 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, October 21, 2026, 12:00 PM – 12:20 PM.
For more info visit uidaho.zoom.us. Make it @ the MILL Magic Wands
Unleash your creativity and craft a custom magic wand at our workshop! All supplies are included; just bring your imagination and enthusiasm!
University Location: The MILL (134) - Library - Main Campus.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM.
For more info visit libcal.uidaho.edu. Pizza & the Past with the Department of History
University of Idaho - CLASS
Please join the Department of History our bimonthly speaker series: Pizza & the Past! This week features Jacob Bindley for his talk, “250 Years of Election Denial, One Undergraduate Research Project: From Historical Inquiry to Career Opportunity.”
All are welcome to enjoy free pizza, drinks and dessert!
University Location: 328 - Administration Building - Main Campus. Participate Online: https://uidaho.zoom.us/j/86516131316.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
For more info visit uidaho.zoom.us. Biological Sciences Seminar: Dana Shaw, PhD.; Washington State University
Biological Sciences
This week's departmental seminar, presented by Dr. Dana Shaw, is entitled: “The Molecular Tug of War Between Tick Immunity and Pathogen Persistence.”.
University Location: LIFE 277 - Life Sciences South (LSS) - Main Campus.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM.
For more info visit www.shawlab.org. 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, October 21, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
For more info visit vandalsuidaho.sharepoint.com. Idaho First-Generation Global Fellowship Info Session
International Programs Office (IPO)
The Idaho First-Generation Global Fellowship awards up to 10 first-generation students up to $3,000 toward a future WorldStrides education abroad program. Attend this info session to learn more about the Fellowship eligibility, requirements and how to apply! Registration is required using the online form.
University Location: International Programs Office (IPO) Conference Room - Living Learning Community - Main Campus.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
For more info visit futurevandals.uidaho.edu. Healthy Belaytionships
Outdoor Program
Join Outdoor Program, Vandal Health Education and Violence Prevention Education for a Healthy Belaytionship free climbing basics and kahoot trivia in the SRC climbing center. Free climbing basics begins at 6 p.m. No prior climbing experience required!
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Climbing Center - Student Recreation Center - Main Campus.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu. Idaho Bach Festival: Choirs Concert
Lionel Hampton School of Music
Join the LHSOM for the final day of 2026 Idaho Bach Festival, featuring choir performances.
MUSX 1400: AD.
University Location: Haddock Performance Hall - Lionel Hampton School of Music - Main Campus.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Orionids Meteor Shower
Outdoor Program
Meet at the U of I Observatory to join the Outdoor Program for free hot drinks and to watch the night sky show. Bring your own mug and blankets.
University Location: Observatory.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 11:45 PM – Thursday, October 22, 2026, 1:45 AM.
For more info visit www.uidaho.edu.