University of Idaho

Profile narrative

The University of Idaho is a public research university located in Moscow, Idaho, serving students from across the state and beyond. It offers a broad array of undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs through its various colleges and schools. Instruction is delivered in traditional classroom settings, online formats, and through hands‑on laboratory and field experiences. The institution supports a mission of teaching, research, and outreach that extends to agricultural extension services, economic development initiatives, and community engagement programs. As a land‑grant university, it emphasizes practical education that addresses the needs of Idaho’s industries and rural communities. Its academic portfolio spans disciplines such as agriculture, engineering, business, education, law, the arts, sciences, and natural resources.

The university is governed by the Idaho State Board of Education and receives state funding as part of Idaho’s higher education system. It maintains a statewide presence through extension offices, research centers, and cooperative agreements with industry partners and federal agencies. Notable attributes include its classification as a doctoral‑granting institution with high research activity and its role as the state’s sole land‑grant university. The institution also operates a College of Law that provides legal education and services to the region. In January 2017, a phishing compromise of an employee’s Office 365 account led to the exposure of personal information for 257 individuals, prompting a notification and external forensic investigation. The university continues to strengthen its cybersecurity posture through ongoing training and incident response planning.

Incidents

2 incidents linked to this organisation.