Frequently Asked Questions about THE CORE
What is THE CORE?
THE CORE – www.thecoreidaho.com – is a health sciences/technology and business enterprise corridor in the heart of Idaho’s fast-growing Boise Valley. The City of Meridian, Idaho State University and their energized partners recognize that innovations in health sciences and technology will continue to be the stimulating force of the economy.
Who is behind it?
THE CORE is founded by a partnership of government, university and business leaders as a model for research, innovation and economic development in the health, science and technology sectors. Idaho State University Meridian Health Science Center is the education anchor in THE CORE and a key asset to advancing health, sciences and technology economic development.
Where is it?
THE CORE is in Meridian, Idaho, located at the center of the Boise Valley region along the
I-84 corridor. The 1,800-acre development spans North-South from Fairview to Overland and East-West from Cloverdale to Locust Grove. ISU is remodeling 182,000 square feet of new campus space in Meridian where 25 health profession programs will make their home in 2009 – creating dynamic environments supportive of entrepreneurs, health professionals and students.
What are THE CORE goals?
The goals of THE CORE are to develop quality health sciences education, foster economic growth and recruit new and quality companies to Idaho. THE CORE will become a vibrant place where educators, researchers and businesses come together to expand the economic landscape of the state and region and opportunities for Idahoans.
Why focus on health sciences and technology?
Health care will be the state’s fastest-growing, largest and highest paying industry between now and 2016. THE CORE will be the key asset to delivering quality health sciences education in Idaho and supporting the complimentary businesses that thrive alongside institutions of higher education.
In the past three years alone, Meridian has seen an increase of 60 businesses and more than 1,300 jobs in the health care sector.
What is the anticipated economic impact of THE CORE?
Coupled with the stable incomes they provide and the cultural vibrancy they stimulate, business enterprise zones in partnership with universities have come to anchor many cities’ prospects for growth because of the ability to educate, attract and retain a highly qualified workforce.
How is THE CORE different from ESTech?
THE CORE – anchored by Idaho State University – will focus on the opportunities derived from health, sciences, technology, research, and education as drivers of the economy.
Are the two efforts in competition?
The field of technology is so broad the two can build off each other. Together, they will create a true technology and health sciences economy in Idaho.
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