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In the Media

What are the Economic Impacts of a Changing Climate in Idaho?

16 May 2023

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What is the Idaho Climate-Economy Impacts Assessment?

12 Nov. 2022

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The Idaho Climate-Economy Impacts Assessment Translated into Spanish

11 Nov. 2022

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University of Idaho Students Cover the Capitol

1 Nov. 2022

The JAMM-McClure Legislative Intern program is highlighted as a key program that connects journalism education with hands-on press training and local newspaper coverage.

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University of Idaho Translates Climate, Economy Reports into Spanish

26 Oct. 2022

To reach more Idahoans, the Idaho Climate-Economy Impacts assessment snapshots have been translated into Spanish.

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La Universidad de Idaho traduce informes sobre clima y economía en español

26 Oct. 2022

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Idaho Climate-Economy Impacts Assessment Translated to Spanish

25 Oct. 2022

Climate-Economy Impact Assessment snapshots were translated into Spanish with support from Idaho Commission on Hispanic Affairs, Idaho Hispanic Chamber and The Nature Conservancy.

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University of Idaho to Host Rangeland Fall Forum Addressing Challenges and Solutions to Conservation in Idaho’s Rangelands

19 Sept. 2022

University of Idaho Rangeland Center and McClure Center partner to host Rangeland Fall Forum 2022: Conservation that Works for Rangelands on the Idaho State University campus Oct. 6 and 7.

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Idaho Science and Technology Policy Fellowship Places Scientists in State Agencies

16 Sept. 2022

ISTPF expands to include the legislature, with the placement of a fellow into the Legislative Services Office.

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Idaho Science and Technology Policy Fellowship Places Scientists in State Agencies

15 Sept. 2022

ISTPF announces third cohort of fellows, and expansion of the program with placement of a fellow at with Legislative Services Office at the state legislature.

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Idaho Policy Fellow is a Fan of Foxes, Wolves and Bioinformatics 

2 June 2022 

Engineers and Scientists Acting Locally features former Idaho Science and Technology Policy Fellow Sarah Hendricks, Ph.D. for their “Stories from the Field” blog.

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Sustainable Idaho: The Idaho Climate-Economy Impacts Assessment

22 Feb. 2022

Dr. Foster and Dr. Himes join Sustainable Idaho and discuss the Idaho Climate-Economy Impacts Assessment.

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‘Really Tight Water Year’: Drought, Low Snowpack may Foretell Idaho’s Climate Future

21 Feb. 2022

Economic impacts of drought and climate change are detailed by experts.

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A Correlation between Idaho’s Economy and Climate Change

3 Feb. 2022

Dr. Himes and Dr. Foster present the Idaho Climate-Economy Impacts Assessment to the League of Women Voters of Moscow.

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Assessment Details Changing Climate's Effects on ID Economy

18 Jan. 2022

Public News Service Interviews McClure Center Director Himes on the Idaho Climate-Economy Impacts Assessment.

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What Could Idaho’s Future Look Like as Climate Changes? This Economic Report Details the Risks.

14 Jan. 2022

The Idaho Climate-Economy Impacts Assessment is detailed by the Idaho Capital Sun.

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How Climate Change Might Affect Idaho's Economy

3 Jan. 2022

Boise State Public Radio talks with McClure Center Director Katherine Himes about the Idaho Climate-Economy Impacts Assessment.

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Campus News Items: University Research Team Examines Climate Change

22 Dec. 2021

Idaho Education News explores the Idaho Climate Economy-Impacts Assessment launch and other Idaho university research efforts.

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Idaho Potato Industry Could Wither under Rising Temperatures

17 Dec. 2021

E&E News explores the Idaho Climate-Economy Impacts Assessment and climate changes, with a focus on potato growers and agriculture.

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The Economics of Climate Change

17 Dec. 2021

Idaho Reports interviews Director Himes on the Idaho Climate-Economy Impacts Assessment.

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Researchers Assess Risks and Opportunities a Changing Climate Poses for Idaho's Economy

16 Dec. 2021

KTVB program The 208 discusses the Idaho Climate-Economy Impacts Assessment with Director Himes.

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New Assessment Released by the McClure Center Highlights Climate Change Challenges and Opportunities for Idaho’s Economy

14 Dec. 2021

Idaho Climate-Economy Impact Assessment launches.

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Climate Change Presents Challenges and Opportunities for Idaho

14 Dec. 2021

A team of researchers from University of Idaho, Boise State University and Idaho State University looked at climate change impacts to Idaho’s major economic sectors including agriculture, energy, human health, infrastructure, land (forests and rangelands) and recreation and tourism.

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Kyle Pfannenstiel Joins Ed News Staff

2 Nov. 2021

Former JAMM-McClure Legislative Intern joins the Idaho Education News staff.

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Louise McClure 1928-2021

29 Sept. 2021

Obituary for McClure Center co-founder Louise Miller McClure.

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‘True Idaho Icon’: Louise McClure Dies after Leaving Mark in Public Service, the Arts

21 Sept. 2021

Idaho leaders note the life and impact of Louise Miller McClure.

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Second Cohort of Science and Technology Policy Fellows Named

16 Sept. 2021

ISTPF second cohort announced, welcoming Jared Talley, Ph.D. and Samantha Werth, Ph.D. as the 2021-2022 ISTP fellows.

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"Muddy Boots" Science Policy with University of Idaho's Katherine Himes, Ph.D.

25 June 2021

Director Himes discusses the McClure Center, collaborative processes, science policy and the ISTPF on the When Science Speaks podcast.

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Analysis: Are Legislators Serious About Helping Kids Learn to Read, or Not?

11 March 2021

Idaho Education News explores the 2021 legislative debate and actions on early education in Idaho. This article includes information from the McClure Center’s statewide assessment of early childhood education and care.

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Idaho Association for the Education of Young Children Releases Needs Assessment for Idaho Preschool Development Grant

23 Feb. 2021

The Idaho Association for the Education of Young Children (Idaho AEYC) announced yesterday the release of Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) in Idaho: Idaho Preschool Development Grant Birth-Age 5 Needs Assessment. The needs assessment is designed to help Idaho policymakers, administrators and stakeholders understand early learning needs for families and children in Idaho.

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Idaho Association for the Education of Young Children Releases Needs Assessment for Idaho Preschool Development Grant

22 Feb. 2021

The Idaho Association for the Education of Young Children (Idaho AEYC) announced yesterday the release of Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) in Idaho: Idaho Preschool Development Grant Birth-Age 5 Needs Assessment. The needs assessment is designed to help Idaho policymakers, administrators and stakeholders understand early learning needs for families and children in Idaho.

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U of I Student Interns Covering Legislature for Free Press

20 Jan. 2021

School of Journalism and Mass Media (JAMM)-McClure Center Legislative Interns report on the 2021 Legislative Session for rural Idaho newspapers.

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Statement on Idaho Governor's Salmon Workgroup Report

4 Jan. 2021

The Nature Conservancy reflects on Governor Little’s Salmon Workgroup.

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Governor's Workgroup Finishes up Recommendations to Help Salmon Return to Idaho

18 Dec. 2020

Governor Little’s Salmon Workgroup finishes 18-month long collaboration process with final report.

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