ETS Staff
Southeast
Storm Jansson
Assistant Director
(208) 282-4417
jansstor@isu.edu
Business Building, Room B202D
- Access and Opportunity services
- TRIO Educational Talent Search Operations
- TRIO Educational Talent Search student programming
- TRIO ETS scope of service
- TRIO ETS team members
- TRIO ETS activities and events
- TRIO Educational Talent Search grant objectives
Graduating from the University of Idaho May of 2018, Storm Jansson double majored with a Bachelors’ in Spanish and Sociology with an emphasis in Criminology. She received her opportunity in higher education when being accepted to the College of Southern Idaho in 2013. She received her Associates in Criminal Justice from CSI in 2015 and transferred to UI to complete her Bachelors' Degrees. Being a teen mother of limited-income, first-generation background, she firmly believes everyone deserves the opportunity in higher education. She was raised in a single mother household with two older siblings. Storm Jansson proudly works on Pocatello main campus for the TRIO ETS program serving Aberdeen High School.
Martha Ramirez
Advisor/Recruiter
ramimart@isu.edu
Idaho Falls Campus, Tingey Administration Building Room 230
Nick Grunig
Advisor/Recruiter
(208) 282-5344
nickgrunig@isu.edu
Business Building, Room B202E
- How to get money for school
- Figuring out your career goals
- Classes you are struggling in
- Why college is so important
Nick is a first-generation college graduate with a bachelor's in Political Science. He believes in the transformative principles of a growth mindset and deep learning. He has accumulated over a thousand hours of coaching experience with high school students. As someone who is hard of hearing and neurodiverse, Nick aims to encourage student self-advocacy and empowerment. In his down time, Nick enjoys deep philosophical discussions, board games, and science fiction. He truly believes in the power of education and is dedicated to helping improve the lives of others.
Terri Robinson
Advisor/Recruiter
(208) 557-3343
terrirobinson@isu.edu
Idaho Falls Campus, Tingey Administration Building Room 230
- Scholarships
- FAFSA
- College applications
A fourth-generation Idahoan, Terri has been raised with a deep respect and love for the land, people and institutions of Idaho. She enjoys working with youth and supporting future generations. She holds a Bachelor’s of Art degree in Journalism from Idaho State University.
Aby Vazquez
AmeriCorps Service Member
(801)448-6189
vazqdian@isu.edu
Business Administration, Room B202
- Advising
- Educational Talent Search
- College Applications
Aby Vazquez will graduate from Idaho State University in Spring of 2024 with her Bachelors in Health Science. Being a First Generation student and coming from limited income household, Aby believes that she can help students who wish to further their education and help in anyway to make that possible.
Sarah Call
Advisor/Recruiter
(385) 243-1890
sarahcall@isu.edu
Business Building, Room B202
Academic, financial, career, or personal counseling Career exploration Connections with tutorial services Information on postsecondary education Exposure to college campuses
Sarah Call is a dedicated professional with a passion for education and community support. Currently serving as a Middle School Advisor and Recruiter for TRIO Educational Talent Search (ETS). Sarah earned her Bachelor's degree in Sociology from Idaho State University, laying the foundation for her commitment to understanding the challenges that come from lack of access to higher education and poverty. Sarah's skills include educational advising, community outreach, and program recruitment. She brings a unique blend of compassion, organizational acumen, and a results-driven approach to her work.
Vanessa Fontes
Advisor/Recruiter
Magic Valley
Patrick Rose
Director
(208) 732-6261
patrickrose@isu.edu
315 Falls Ave., PO Box 1238, Evergreen Building, Room B40
- TRIO Educational Talent Search Operations
- TRIO Educational Opportunity Center Operations
Prior to joining Idaho State University, Dr. Rose was Director for International Affairs and Associate Chair of the Doctorate Program at Seoul Business School in South Korea. He also served as Executive Advisor for Advancement and External Affairs in the Office of the President at Incheon National University. Earlier in his career, Dr. Rose was the Manager for Auburn University's Applied Research Lab and Broadband Technology Opportunities Project. His expertise is in survey research methods, including sample design, survey instrument construction, the data collection process, data coding, statistical analysis, and report writing. While at AU, he received a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology. Before joining AU, Dr. Rose was the Public Relations Coordinator for the Division of Student Affairs at Southern Illinois University Carbondale and was formerly the Director of Community Solutions for United Way of Treasure Valley in Boise, Idaho. Dr. Rose has a Master’s degree in Instructional and Performance Technology from Boise State University and he holds two undergraduate degrees in Social Work and History, also from BSU. After graduating, Dr. Rose served two years in the U.S. Peace Corps during which he worked for the Malawi Ministry Health in Central Africa.
Deydree Boyer
Program Specialist
208-732-6256
deydreeboyer@isu.edu
College of Southern Idaho, 315 Falls Ave, P.O. Box 1238, Evergreen Building #B-40, Twin Falls, ID 83303
Chris Newhouse
Advisor
(208) 738-5929
chrisnewhouse@isu.edu
315 Falls Ave., PO Box 1238, Evergreen Building, Room B40
Irma Martinez
Advisor/Planner
(208) 732-6463
irmamartinez@isu.edu
College of Southern Idaho Mini-Cassia Office Room B-4
ETS
- Academic advisement, tutoring, mentoring
- College, career, and financial aid awareness activities
- College and career field trips
- Individual assistance with college admissions, scholarship applications, and financial aid forms
EOC
- Financial Aid Application Assistance (FAFSA), Financial Aid Verifications, Financial Literacy Education (Loans), College Transfer, Workforce, GED Referral, and English As a Second Language (ESL) Referral
Irma Martinez graduated from the University of Idaho in December 2017 and received a Bachelor's in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing. Irma was a member of the TRIO family as a Freshman at Burley high school. She joined the College of Assistant Migrant Program (CAMP) and was involved in the Multicultural Affairs Office and has since participated in Student Support Services throughout her journey at the University of Idaho. Irma works for both TRIO Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) and Educational Talent Search (ETS) Programs that focus on providing higher education for eighth graders, high school students to adults. I am onsite at Mt. Harrison High School, Canyon Ridge High School, Kimberly High School, Filer High School, Buhl High School, and Gooding High School. As well as recruiting in Mini-Cassia in the surrounding areas in the Mini-Cassia and Magic Valley.