North Idaho College lost one of its dearest friends and supporters April 6. Longtime teacher, administrator, trustee, friend, and supporter Betty McLain was loved by all and a true champion for education and North Idaho College. A memorial service for McLain will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, April 9 at the Coeur d’Alene First Presbyterian Church at 6th and Lakeside Ave. McLain's impact on North Idaho College is profound and long lasting. She began working at North Idaho College in 1961 as a part-time instructor. She accepted a full-time position the following year in the College Business Department and served as dean of women from 1968 to 1978. She was also chair of the Business Department from 1974 to 1985, the year she retired/North Idaho College Press Room. More here.