The University of Idaho distributes 1,400 scholarships to students each year, most of which are contributions from personal donors. But donors don’t often receive personal thank yous from the students who receive these scholarships. The UI Thank-A-Thon is an opportunity to express gratitude toward the people who make obtaining a higher education possible for many students. The event includes thank you cards and postage, and is scheduled for today from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Idaho Commons Clearwater and Whitewater rooms. All students have to do is set a few minutes aside and write a meaningful note — and sometimes these cards are the only form of contact between donors and scholarship recipients/Elisa Eiguren, UI Argonaut. More here.

Question: Have you or family members received scholarships that helped with higher education expenses? Did you think the donor(s)?