They are five University of Idaho graduates. They were selected to be examples of how it’s done, going from the University of Idaho to the world of health, medicine and research. These are stories of how a small town university launched them into careers – making a difference globally.
They are five University of Idaho graduates. They were selected to be examples of how it’s done, going from the University of Idaho to the world of health, medicine and research. These are stories of how a small town university launched them into careers – making a difference globally.
Emily
B.S. Nutrition – University of Idaho
MD: University of Utah School of Medicine
Residency: University of Utah Internal Medicine
Current: Practices as a Nephrologist in Coeur D’ Alene, Idaho.
” I wouldn’t trade my experience at the University of Idaho for anything. It helped prepare me to excel in medical school. I got a broad education and a lot of individual attention. Being a volunteer EMT at the Moscow Fire Department was also a good experience and an opportunity I might not have had in a larger town.” Emily
Steve
B.S. Molecular Biology and Biochemistry – University of Idaho
MD : Loma Linda University
Residency: Kaiser Permanente Medical Center
Current: St. Lukes, Twin Falls. Family Medicine
” Not being on a big campus gave me the opportunity to get hands-on experience with world class researchers. I went to Loma Linda University with people from Stanford and at no time did I feel my education was second-class.” Steve
Kraig
B.S. Microbiology University of Idaho
MD: University of Washington
Residency: McCay-Dee Family Practice. Odgen, Utah
Current: Family Medicine Specialist in Moscow, ID. He is affiliated with Gritman Medical Center, Moscow, ID
“Being able to do basic research as an undergraduate helped me to better understand and trust the knowledge I learned in class and apply it in day-to-day work. I got a great eduction – a better, more well- rounded education than some other students.” Kraig.
Jaime
B.S. Food Science – University of Idaho
PHD: Pharmacology and Toxicology Washington State University – College of Pharmacy
Current: Corporate Head of Scientific Research at Teoma Corp – Peru
” With my bachelor’s degree in food science, I brought a new perspective to my studies in pharmacology and toxicology. I want to innovate, to find out new things about the effects of phytochemicals on the body and to help people relate their diet to their health. That’s opened many doors for me.” Jaime
Cooper
B.S. Biological Systems Engineering, University of Idaho
DDS: Dentistry University of Minnesota – Twin Cities.
Current: Dentist/Owner Park View Dental – Helena, Montana
“The program was perfect for me because I got a great pre-dental education and also a great back-up career if I ever decide dentistry isn’t for me.” That’s what makes this program unique.” Cooper
Postscript – The back story:
At the time of the project, each University of Idaho graduate was completing a residency spanning five cities, in four states.
We were on deadline to complete the photography. As the photographer, I was handed the baton for contacting and scheduling photo shoots. Working with over scheduled, sleep deprived residents – we managed to coordinate their work schedule along with my travel schedule – working as a team. Mission completed.
It was a fabulous project under the direction and support of the University of Idaho CALS Creative team.