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

Adult learner at graduation

Adult learner at graduation

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

Students sitting in amphitheater

Students sitting in amphitheater

News Release

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

President Pemberton with Students

President Pemberton with Students

News Release

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"

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

News Release

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 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

Date:

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

Special activities and celebrations are planned for LC State graduates

Date:

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

Date:

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

Date:

September 10, 2026
America 250 the subject of Constitution Day at LC State

LC State's Business & Social Sciences Division will hold a Constitution Day event Sept. 17

Date:

September 04, 2026
LC State nursing maintains No. 1 spot in multiple rankings

Lewis-Clark State College’s nursing program continues to earn high marks from online student and professional resources

Date:

September 03, 2026
Fall Frenzy & Family Weekend set for Sept. 28-Oct. 3 at LC State

Students, parents, alumni, and the community are invited to participate in campus activities throughout the week

Date:

September 02, 2026