Student Scholarships
Scholarships provide crucial impact

Vandal Promise Scholarships change lives

Your gift creates opportunities for students to start their U of I journey, thrive in their studies and graduate with less student loan debt. Vandal Promise Scholars receive up to $5,000 each year to help them afford the excellent education U of I offers. 

Xana Kernodle Scholarship

The Kernodle family created the Xana Kernodle Scholarship Endowment at University of Idaho in memory of their daughter to provide much-needed support to U of I o students across North Idaho while pursuing their dreams. All gifts up to $1,000 will be matched dollar for dollar by Sheldon '11 & Marissa '11 Kernodle.

Bruce and Kathy Pitman Fund for Student Emergencies

This fund was created to deliver essential support for students facing unanticipated expenses resulting from lost employment, medical emergencies or other challenging life events. In many cases, students have been able to stay enrolled at U of I because the Pitman Fund helped them cover utility bills, emergency travel costs and even basic necessities like food and clothing.

Dual Credit Program Award

Gifts to the University of Idaho Dual Credit Program will be used to support scholarships and various fees associated with high school students’ participation in U of I Dual Credit. 

College Assistant Migrant Program (CAMP) Scholarship

The College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) assists students who have qualifying migrant/seasonal farm work backgrounds by providing financial and academic support services. 

Betsy Thomas Scholarship 

Awarded annually to students who display exceptional motivation, innovation, involvement, and commitment to advancing equal access for all students.  

 Art Taylor Indigenous Culture and Ecology Memorial

Donors will honor Dr. Taylor’s memory and his dedication to fostering learning and building meaningful community connections.  This program was designed for U of I Native American students, offering them the opportunity to engage in ecological restoration service-learning projects in Hawaii while exploring the culture, ecology and climate of the islands. Donations to this fund will directly support the sustainability of this impactful program.  

Virginia Wolf Distinguished Service Award

Awarded annually to students who show dedication and resilience in addressing challenges and promoting positive change on campus and in the community.

 

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Xana Kernoodle
Every gift to the Xana Kernodle Memorial Endowment will be matched this Vandal Giving Day, dollar for dollar, up to $1,000 thanks to Sheldon '11 & Marissa '11 Kernodle. Your donation helps provide financial support to students in need across North Idaho.
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Blaine & Shelley Pitman Fund Match
Thanks to Blaine Eckles & Shelley Metzger every gift to the Bruce & Kathy Pitman Student Fund will be matched dollar for dollar up to $500.
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Eric Billings CAMP Scholarship Challenge
Thanks to Eric Billings '08 when CAMP Scholarship Fund receives its 10th gift a $500 bonus will be unlocked!
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Early Bird Challenge
Whoever makes the first donation on April 1 will earn an additional bonus $500 to the fund of their choice!
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The 1889 Challenge
To honor the year University of Idaho was founded the 1,889 gift received will earn an additional $1,889 to the fund of their choice!
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Kick Off Challenge
The top three funds that receive the most gifts in the first 10 hours on April 1st will unlock an additional $1,000 donation!
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Find Joe Vandal
There are 15 hidden Joe Vandals around campus. If you find one, please bring it to the ASUI Lounge in the Idaho Student Union Building. You'll get to designate $100 to the fund of your choice!
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Sip & Select Challenge
We want to give our colleges some caffeinated Vandal Giving Day love! Stop by the ASUI Lounge in the Idaho Student Union Building, grab a cub of Joe and vote for your favorite college. The college with the most votes at the Sip Station on Campus earns $250 for its designated fund. Stop by with your family and friends to support your college and the University of Idaho!
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Dean of Students Ambassador Challenge
Blaine Eckles, Dean of Students has challenged all staff in Student Affairs to support Vandal Giving Day as Ambassadors. The Ambassador who brings in the most gift will be able to add a $500 bonus to the fund of their choice!
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Vandal Giving Day Ambassadors
Our ambassadors are critical for a fun and successful Vandal Giving Day. The top 10 ambassadors who raise the most gifts during VGD will each receive $350 to the fund of their choice. Go Vandals!
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Vandal Promise Match by the Jackson Family
Thanks to David '93 & Kimberly '96 Jackson, this Vandal Giving Day, every gift to the Vandal Promise Scholarship will be matched, dollar for dollar, up to $5,000! Your donation helps provide financial support to students from Idaho, ensuring a Vandal education is accessible to all.
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College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) Challenge
When the College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) Scholarship fund receives its 10th gift a $500 gift will be given from Eric '08 & Jessica Billings.
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John Hoyne New Vandal Donor Challenge
This Vandal Giving Day, we’re calling on 15 new donors to step up! When 15 new donors give, a $2,500 challenge gift will be unlocked, helping provide food and essential resources to students in need. Thank you to alumnus John Hoyne '96 for his support.
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Faculty & Staff Challenge
The 250th gift from a faculty/staff member will win a $750 bonus for the fund of their choice!
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Foundation Participation Challenge
Every gift counts—and now, every 500 gifts unlocks an additional $5,000, up to $25,000 in bonus funds! The more Vandals who give, the more we unlock to support students, programs, and initiatives across the University of Idaho.
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Procrastinator Award
The last gift to Vandal Giving Day receives an additional $500 bonus to the fund of their choice.
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Vandal Trivia
We're posting five trivia questions on X (formerly Twitter) and the first person to answer correctly gets to direct $100 to the fund of their choice. Be sure to follow @UIdahoAlumni to join in the fun.
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Payroll Deduction Bonus Challenge
Set up a new payroll deduction on April 1 or 2, and you could win a $250 bonus! Two lucky employees will be randomly selected, so start giving and get rewarded for your Vandal pride!
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