Jaxon Holmes
Newsroom assistantEducation: Boise State University
Highlights
- International semifinalist in Competitive College Speaking
- National Champion in Broadcast Journalism for Pi Kappa Delta
- Pi Kappa Delta All-American
- Born and raised in Boise, Idaho
- Debate Captain of the Boise State University Speech and Debate Team
Experience
I am a senior at Boise State University studying Communication and Political Science. I am a member of the Boise State Talkin’ Broncos and am currently serving as the debate captain. Speech and Debate has instilled in me a passion for communicating complex ideas and has been a driving force behind my passion for journalism.
I grew up in Boise and I have a deep love for the Treasure Valley. I have had the opportunity to make connections with local business owners, activists and community members that continue to remind me how special Boise is.
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The educational platform Canvas was shut down when its parent company was hacked. Boise State University cancelled finals Friday due to lack of access. -
Record low snow pack is shaping a high-risk summer for wildfires. A new program is using a unique strategy for getting rid of excess fuel in the Treasure Valley. -
The union of 19 Idaho Statesman staff members has pledged to strike against parent company McClatchy after months of failed contract negotiations. -
Conflict in the Middle East means 65% of Idaho farmers can’t afford the fertilizer they need. -
This winter isn’t like the rest. Payette Lake in McCall is one of many places hitting records. -
Interfaith Sanctuary celebrated the future opening of a new campus on Thursday. -
Mental health resources in rural communities are often difficult to find. The Parma School District is being proactive about supporting mental health for young students. -
Boise State students have turned to the campus food bank for support since benefits stalled Nov. 1. -
We went to the Boise Airport to ask travelers how they’re dealing with delays. -
The Boise City Council is considering acquiring two new pieces of land for the city’s mission to invest in “parks, pathways and open space”.
