Kandi Turley-Ames, PhD
Founding Dean
Office: Administrative Offices, College of Arts &Letters
Kandi is the Dean in the College of Arts and Letters, and the Principal Investigator for INCLUDE. She works with the INCLUDE team members in the development and execution of the INCLUDE project. Kandi works across colleges, with the funding agency, donors, and community stakeholders to ensure the vision and mission of the project is brought to fruition. A clear understanding of the needs of the communities that ISU serves is critical to delivery of resources and building of partnerships.
Holly Kartchner
Director of Outreach & Retention
Office: Administrative Offices, College of Arts & Letters
Holly, Director of Outreach and Retention for the College of Arts and Letters, plays a pivotal role in the INCLUDE project, facilitating access to rural schools and fostering crucial relationships with students, staff, and administrators. Her dedication extends to implementing Youth Mental Health First Aid training in INCLUDE schools, ensuring comprehensive support for student well-being. Additionally, Holly coordinates closely with students, counselors, career and college advisors, and administration to tailor courses that meet the diverse needs of students, further enhancing the project's impact.
Patti Overy
Financial Technician
Office: Business Administration Building Room 248
Patti is a Senior Financial Technician serving several units across campus and assisting with the financial processing and equipment purchasing for the INCLUDE project. She works closely with several team members to ensure proper processing of equipment acquisition and inventory tracking.
Elisabeth Curtis
Marketing and Communications Coordinator for the College of Arts and Letters
Office: Business Administration Building #5, Office 337 921 South 8th Ave, Pocatello, ID 83209, Stop 8087
Braeden Tolman
Technology Coordinator
Office: Administrative Offices, College of Arts & Letters
Braeden, the College of Arts and Letters IT Operations & Support Senior Technician, holds a pivotal role in the team by providing essential technical support for ISU sites. His expertise in selecting equipment crucially shapes the project's success, ensuring seamless integration in both high school and ISU classrooms.
Fredi Giesler
Assistant Professor of Social Work
Office: C.H. Kegel Liberal Arts 322