News & Features

Great things happen at LC State. Here's where we try to highlight some of it.

LC State Elevate brings innovative options for adult learners

LC State, known for its expertise in serving nontraditional students, has launched a new program called LC State Elevate. The program will provide new and improved opportunities for busy adults.

Date:: June 02, 2026

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LC State tops 4,000 students for first time in school history

With four consecutive years of enrollment growth LC State’s headcount has climbed past 4,000 for the first time in school history.

Date:: October 15, 2025

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LC State’s Pemberton named chair-elect of NAIA Council of Presidents

LC State President Cynthia Pemberton has been named chair-elect of the NAIA Council of Presidents.

Date:: September 30, 2025

Group of students and LC State President holding up LC Flag cheering "Go Warriors" with sign in background saying "GO WARRIORS"

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No. 8 LC State continues to climb in U.S. News & World Report rankings

LC State was ranked No. 8 in the Top Public Schools – West Region category for the second year in a row, while rising in the categories of social mobility and best regional colleges in the West.

Date:: September 23, 2025

LC State partners with Bettis Foundation to offer second-largest single scholarship in school history

The Harry Bettis Scholarship Program will provide need-based scholarships to attendees from rural communities throughout Idaho

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October 05, 2026
NAIA, LC State agree to historic Avista NAIA World Series extension

The Avista NAIA World Series will remain an LC Valley tradition, thanks to a new contract agreement between the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics and Lewis-Clark State College. The seven-year deal, with a potential five-year extension, will keep the Series at Harris Field through at least 2033.

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October 03, 2026
LC State adult learner named Idaho’s Adult Education Student of the Year

Mahalia Sullivan, a graduate of Lewis-Clark State College’s Adult Learning Center, was named the Adult Education Student of the Year by the Idaho Division of Career Technical Education

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September 28, 2026
LC State climbs to No. 6 in U.S. News & World Report rankings

Annual report shows LC State has moved up in the regional public schools and social mobility rankings

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September 22, 2026
New CAH exhibit celebrates the artistic breadth of the Palouse

"Rooted In The Palouse" opens Sept. 29 at downtown gallery

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September 21, 2026
Arizona artist to deliver 45th Stegner Lecture

Author, artist, and folklorist Kimi Eisele will present Oct. 1

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September 21, 2026
Fall Frenzy & Family Weekend to welcome home alumni

Special activities and celebrations are planned for LC State graduates

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September 14, 2026
Four candidates named for dean of LC State’s CTE program

LC State faculty and staff are invited to attend candidate presentations

Date:

September 14, 2026
LC State project receives AI Innovation Award funding

Project AI-RISE aims to improve secure computing infrastructure to extend access to dual-credit and Workforce Training courses in AI and cybersecurity

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September 11, 2026
LC State, NIC sign co-admission, co-enrollment agreement

The memorandum of understanding aims to expand educational opportunities for students in North Idaho

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September 10, 2026