Huyett v. Idaho State University

SCHROEDER, Chief Justice.

Shirley Huyett was employed as a coach at Idaho State University. She claims that the University breached a three year employment contract. The University denies that a contract existed. The district court granted summary judgment in favor of ISU. Huyett appeals. The decision of the district court is affirmed.

I

BACKGROUND AND PRIOR PROCEEDINGS

Shirley Huyett (Huyett), was hired by Idaho State University acting through Howard Gauthier (ISU) to serve as head coach of the women’s basketball team on June 29, 2001. On this day, Gauthier sent Huyett a letter setting forth…