By Ainsley Andres
The J.R. Simplot Company Foundation is pleased to announce funding to The College of Idaho’s Collaborative Science Research Fund.
This is an endowed fund that enables students to engage in professional research through the summer months.
The College of Idaho has a long history with the J.R. Simplot Company, its namesake, and the Simplot family.
J.R. Simplot was a long-time trustee and benefactor to the College, and there are multiple buildings on campus named in Simplot’s honor.
Each summer, undergraduate students take on scientific research projects in small groups with faculty mentors.
This endowment from the J.R. Simplot Company Foundation will support transformative experiences for generations of students.
"This program provides a fantastic opportunity for interaction with students who will be future leaders in our community, which is really important," explains Garrett Lofto, President and Chief Executive Officer of the J.R. Simplot Company.
“It's energizing to come here and see the relationships that the students have with the faculty and the passion everybody has in their field of study. This can help students really see that their work can make a difference and we love to be a part of that."
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