Headline
Headline
Back to Pullman, WA News

Regional students participate in University of Idahos coding and robotics camp

Pullman, WALocal News

The University of Idaho's summer Robotics Coding Camp provided local middle and high school students with hands-on experience in computer programming and robotics. Participants, including Corinne Bowersox and Vincent Brumley, expressed interest in pursuing engineering careers, with Bowersox creating a video game and Brumley learning to drive a robot. Erin Lanigan, the assistant director of student engagement and STEM outreach, stated the camp aims to prepare students for a workforce increasingly reliant on computer science and engineering skills. Terence Soule, a computer science professor, emphasized that coding skills benefit students in various careers beyond programming. The camp encourages creativity and collaboration among peers, helping to maintain enthusiasm for STEM subjects.

Schiffelbein remarked on the importance of providing access to STEM opportunities for all students in Idaho. By engaging young learners, the camp aims to inspire future generations in technology and engineering. The initiative reflects a broader commitment to fostering interest in STEM fields among local youth.

Related Articles

Pullman, WALocal News

Meetings

Local government meetings are scheduled throughout the week in Whitman and Latah counties, including sessions for city councils and planning commissions. Key meetings include the Whitman County Commissioners on Monday and the Moscow Urban Renewal Agency on Thursday. These gatherings provide residents opportunities to engage with local governance.

Pullman, WALocal News

Berney to retire as counseling point man

Mike Berney, Executive Director of Palouse River Counseling, will retire in December after over 30 years of service, paving the way for Clinical Director Kathleen Stewardson to assume his role. Under Berney's leadership, the organization expanded significantly, enhancing mental health services across Whitman County. Berney expressed optimism for the future of behavioral health in the community.

Pullman, WALocal News

Fire is not the enemy

Volunteers in north central Idaho conducted a controlled burn near Viola to reduce wildfire risks and enhance ecological health. Led by Heather Heward, the team emphasized the importance of fire as a tool for land management, likening it to medicine for wildlands. Participants included university students and local forestry professionals learning to adapt to fire’s role in the ecosystem.