On Tuesday, May 22, 2007, if you live in Ada or Canyon County you will have an opportunity to vote on the proposed Community College of Southwest Idaho. As a young professional, why should you care about this special voting session? This question and many others were answered at the May 2 BYP Luncheon that featured the community college issue as its educational topic.During the May 2 luncheon, BYP members and guests listened in as Nancy Vannorsdel, President & CEO of the Boise Metro Chamber of Commerce and Mike Reynoldson, Government Relations Manager for Micron Technology spoke about the importance of a community college in the Boise area. "Boise is the largest urban area in the country without a community college, " said Nancy Vannorsdel. She continued by stating the importance of having education and training opportunities in the area for the development of our local workforce and the attraction of companies with higher paying jobs.
A community college district in the Boise area would allow more students to attend college and continue their education. Increased job skills for our local workforce and available training for local employers are critical to the future success of the Boise area.
Many students cannot afford and some may not be ready to attend a four-year college or university. Boise State University, the largest college in the Boise area, turns away hundreds of students each year who hope to further their education.
Here are a few articles to read to increasing your understanding on the proposed Community College for Southwest Idaho:
Polls are open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, May 22. In order to pass, the community college requires a two thirds super majority. Exercise your right to vote and head out to your local polling station with your decision.
