Fearlessly Pursue Your Passions
At The College of Idaho, “seize the day” isn’t just an expression — it’s how we live life. We jump feet first, enthusiastically and authentically, into everything we care about, pursue or want to explore. We see theater as an opportunity for social commentary, we fervently debate scientific theories and new technologies in the quad or over lunch, and in clubs and organizations, we think about all the ways we can enrich our campus and beyond. And that’s before we plan an impromptu hiking trip, head into the world to grow a global perspective or step onto the court to capture another NAIA Championship title.
As Yotes, we’re creative, original, dedicated and relentless. We know no one is like us, and that’s what draws us all together. And across our close-knit family, we empower each other, showing up to cheer athletic pursuits, applaud concerts and amplify each other’s endeavors. Why not join us and become a part of something great?
Experiences That Matter
Housing
Our close-knit family welcomes you to forge lifelong bonds and grow as a leader — from freshman living communities to bonfires on the quad, food and cultural festivals, and more opportunities to find your home away from home.
Study Away
Becoming a citizen of the world means experiencing it firsthand. These customized, faculty-led trips explore a region’s history, languages, cultures, ecology and architecture, plus all of its peaks and underwater depths.
Outdoor Program
Push your boundaries, redefine your limits and nurture your resilience, all while learning about teamwork and preserving the environment.
There’s a Place for You in the YoteFam
Perspectives from the #YoteFam
The College of Idaho has brought students together from all over the world to cultivate an environment of scholarship, comradery, and community that is practically impossible to find in any other academic or professional sphere. The experience and knowledge the College facilitates are invaluable for personal, professional, and community enrichment which one would be hard-pressed to find at any other institution.
The best experiences I’ve had as a Yote are tied to our family-like culture. When our whole basketball team decided to help out on campus clean-up day, I was very shocked to see our presidents, who looked like they had been out cleaning for a couple of hours. That’s when I know that this place was different. It starts with our leadership! They will do anything to make sure you have the best experience possible at CofI, even if it’s picking weeds.
Follow your passions and your curiosity; enjoy the diversity of things you get to learn in this space. You will meet peers that you continue to enjoy knowing as you develop beyond undergrad. All of these pieces will lead you places you didn't know you'd want to go when you first arrived.
The College is a place where so many activities, sports, clubs and experiences are offered. Make the most of it! Don’t be afraid to try participating in opportunities that are available to you. The students here truly become your peers, and it’s easy to form lasting bonds and relationships with those who share similar interests with you.
What I’ve come to appreciate the most is the diverse atmosphere present at the College. Serving as the AFRO Club President, I was able to offer a safe environment that celebrated culture and inclusivity for our students while also improving my personal leadership skills. I was able to immerse myself in my studies and campus involvement, while also pursuing excellence above all.
As a college, our “Yote” culture is part of our identity early on in our undergraduate career, building experiences that I take with me for the rest of my life. More specifically, my journey as a member, leader and captain of the Yote football program has provided me with lifelong friendships and the opportunity to pursue my dreams of playing professional football following graduation.
Resources
Originality and Purpose, Amplified
