Building blocks
Upon entering the University of Idaho woodshop, students are greeted by a chorus of screeching saws. They walk into the room, laden with the smell of sawdust, and remove any […]
Progress in Prosthetics
The oldest known prosthesis was a non-functioning toe, discovered in a tomb from Ancient Egypt. Since then, prosthetic technology has made incredible breakthroughs. But, even with the progress of technology, […]
Altruistic autism
Not everyone with autism is the same. “Remember this, if you’ve met one person with autism, you’ve met one person with autism. Don’t think that (if) you’ve just met one […]
For the love of scienceThe gender gap is closing, but many STEM fields are still predominantly male
When Sarah Munds stands in front of the mirror in the morning, she’s not thinking about the classes she will attend later that day, the exams she has to study […]
The future of fire
An increasingly severe fire season means uncertainty about the future of the Northwest’s landscape
This summer felt like a scene straight out of an apocalyptic film — homes were lost, environments were engulfed by flames, smoke filled the air and ash rained down upon […]
The cost of tuition
Increasing tuition and fees creates a heavy financial burden on students Tuition is on students’ minds. It is a check that seems to grow with each passing year, even if […]
Music and mechanics
There’s a certain comfort that comes from the acoustics of a bathroom. Whether starting the day or unwinding from a long one, there’s something relaxing about singing a favorite song […]
Connecting and creating
Toby’s enthusiasm for art had faltered. Thankfully, rekindling his love was as simple as picking up a paintbrush again.
Smart Drug Science
A pill designed for increased intelligence
Pressure to perform well on exams and obtain higher and higher education degrees has made a niche market for “smart drugs” among college students. Morgan Cain knows the pressure well. […]