Kevin Richert

Senior reporter and blogger Kevin Richert specializes in education politics and education policy. He has more than 35 years of experience in Idaho journalism. He is a frequent guest on "Idaho Reports" on Idaho Public Television and "Idaho Matters" on Boise State Public Radio. He can be reached at krichert@idahoednews.org

Budget cuts will force staff cuts at U of I and other campuses

The reductions — in staff and faculty jobs — will lead to larger class sizes, less individualized learning time and fewer research opportunities for undergrads.

‘This process deserves more time:’ State Board leans into a long Boise State search

The now-extended presidential search could well continue through the 2025-26 academic year.

LC State president ramps up push for rebrand, touts enrollment milestone

University status would help a growing Lewis-Clark State College attract students to campus, President Cynthia Pemberton says.

Idaho federal judge keeps transgender athletics lawsuit open

Lindsay Hecox, a transgender Boise State University student, had asked the court to drop the case.

In depth: What Idaho’s medical education suitors have to offer, and what they want from the state

Idaho spends $10.6 million helping students attend medical school, and will probably put up even more in the future. Three schools want a piece of the action. Here’s how they stack up.

Spelling it out: nursing programs in Idaho

Idaho EdNews asked each college and university to provide a rundown of their programs. Here’s what we learned from each school.

Amid turmoil, Boise State lays out strategy for high-level searches

With its president’s search at a standstill, Boise State University also has several top-level administrative vacancies.

Analysis: CWI’s Idaho Center ‘freebie’ carries a hefty political cost

The College of Western Idaho’s acquisition plan could set the stage for a Statehouse showdown. After a quarter century of hosting concerts and rodeos, the Idaho Center could serve up some high-quality political theater.

Vendor with spotty Idaho record lands $50 million Texas contract

New York-based Odyssey will help administer a new, $1 billion private school choice program in Texas. Odyssey came to Idaho in 2022 and left under a cloud.

What’s in a name … and a mascot? A LC State rebranding update

A campus committee will review the idea of a school mascot. Meanwhile, the 2026 Legislature will decide whether to grant university status to Lewis-Clark State College.