Posts by Sammy Rich

Top Tips for Starting Writers

Sammy Rich on Mar 1, 2021 10:21:05 AM

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If you’ve ever had an idea in your head for the next best-selling novel, you may be all too aware of the struggle that comes with writing: well… writing!

Generating ideas, building a world and creating characters are all fun, but when it comes to taking the pieces in your head and putting them into words, it’s easy to find yourself down with a case of writer’s block. Other times you write yourself into a plot corner and struggle to find a way out of it.

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All About Microgreens

Sammy Rich on Feb 22, 2021 9:45:00 AM

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Microgreens: you’ve probably heard about them before. Despite what you might think, they are not the same thing as spouts-- though they are similar. But what are microgreens exactly?

Idaho State University’s Continuing Education and Workforce Training interviewed Raederle Clay, Application Administrator for ISU’s Information Technology Services and instructor for an upcoming Growing Microgreens course, to explain more about microgreens and the benefits they provide.

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Did You Know? US Presidents in the Gem State

Sammy Rich on Feb 15, 2021 9:30:00 AM

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This extended weekend is rife with holidays. Yesterday was Valentine’s day, and now today, the 15th, is President’s Day.

This week, ISU’s Continuing Education and Workforce Training wants to commemorate President’s Day by looking back on the times that the former commander-in-chiefs have visited Idaho.

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Up Your Marketing by Taking Your Instagram to the Next Level

Sammy Rich on Feb 8, 2021 9:45:00 AM

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If you are a business owner, somewhere along the line you’ve had to jump over one of the most important hurdles in having a successful business: maintaining a strong social media presence.

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Providing Hands-On Learning with Zoom

Sammy Rich on Feb 1, 2021 9:30:00 AM

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On January 11, ISU’s Continuing Education and Workforce Training partnered up with S&G Electric Motor Repair to provide a hands-on Zoom workshop to CEWT’s 3rd-year electrical apprentices.

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Go With The Flow with Arts & Crafts

Sammy Rich on Jan 25, 2021 10:30:00 AM

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Did you know that the art of creating has more benefits than just being a fun hobby? There are several mental health benefits that come from making art.

The repetitive nature of making art has a similar effect on the brain as meditation, drawing the artist into something known as “flow.” First observed by psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, flow is described as the feeling when someone is so completely absorbed by an activity that nothing else seems to matter.

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Registration for Zoom Cooking Class Now Open

Sammy Rich on Jan 18, 2021 10:45:00 AM

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On February 18, ISU’s Continuing Education and Workforce Training is hosting a Zoom cooking class.

This cooking class, held through Zoom, is the second installment of In the Kitchen with CEWT-- CEWT’s latest recurring segment. In the Kitchen with CEWT gives you the opportunity to learn how to make delicious treats and savory dishes with the help of local chefs, bakers, and home cooks.

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Buyers, Sellers Benefit in Southeast Idaho’s Competitive Housing Market

Sammy Rich on Jan 11, 2021 10:30:00 AM

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By looking at the continuous amounts of construction and suburbs appearing to spring out of nowhere, it is easy to tell that Idaho has been in the midst of a population boom.

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Start The New Year Right With CEWT

Happy new year!

With this new year comes an influx of new courses offered by Continuing Education/Workforce Training. From creating your own beautiful stained glass to learning the expansive history of art, we have several classes to pique your interest.

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Happy Holidays from CEWT!

Sammy Rich on Dec 21, 2020 10:45:00 AM

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The whole CEWT Team would like to wish you happy holidays!

Last year, we made our own rendition of The Night Before Christmas and out Holiday video, Gary’s Glorious Gifts. Be sure to check those out if you haven’t seen them already, or go and watch them again to reminiscence!

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