POCATELLO – History students at Idaho State University have written biographies of Idaho suffragists as part of professor Erika Kuhlman’s Women in the North American West class. The biographies will be featured on the website Women and Social Movements in the United States early next year.
Idaho Museum of Natural History announces 2016 holiday schedule
POCATELLO – Looking for a family-friendly, educational activity during the holidays?
Get out of your house and into the trees at the IMNH newest exhibit opening Jan. 28
POCATELLO – This spring, families can spend some quality time hanging out in the trees with a visit to the newest exhibit Tree Houses opening Jan. 28 at the Idaho Museum of Natural History at Idaho State University.
Idaho State University graduate student Larry Leibrock awarded Fulbright Shuman Fellowship
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Larry Leibrock, a political science research fellow at the ISU Informatics Research Institute, has been awarded a Fulbright Shuman Fellowship to conduct research and teach for six months at Oxford University, England, starting in January.
Idaho State University College of Arts and Letters to present New Year’s Eve French Gala
POCATELLO – Every New Year’s Eve, Pocatello residents fill Idaho State University’s L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center to enjoy a festive night of performances by ISU’s talented students, while raising money for student scholarships at the College of Arts and Letters New Year’s Eve Gala.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day march and program set Jan. 16 at Idaho State University
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Diversity Resource Center will host its annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day march on Jan. 16.
Idaho Museum of Natural History, Charter School team up for winter science
POCATELLO – What does the Chickadee say? Sarah Casper’s class at the Pocatello Community Charter School would happily answer with refrains of “cheeeeese burger” if you asked them.
Pocatello Adaptive Ski School seeks students and instructors
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Cooperative Wilderness Handicapped Outdoor Group (CW HOG) has teamed up with Pebble Creek Ski Area for the 2017 Pocatello Adaptive Ski School starting Jan. 12. Instructor training begins Jan. 6.
Idaho State University psychology graduate students receive national awards
POCATELLO – Idaho State University psychology graduate students Chris DeCou, Colin Mahoney and Ariana Tart-Zelvin have recently received awards from national organizations for their work.
ISU’s Idaho Museum of Natural History Prehistoric Tree Trimmings Family Fun Day set Dec. 17
POCATELLO – The Idaho Museum of Natural History at Idaho State University will host the Prehistoric Tree Trimmings Family Fun Day Dec. 17 from 9 a.m. to noon in the museum’s Discovery Room.
Magician Michael Carbonaro to perform live Feb. 18 at Stephens Center; Tickets on sale Dec. 9
POCATELLO – Idaho State University will host magician Michael Carbonaro at the L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center’s Joseph C. and Cheryl H. Jensen Grand Concert Hall Feb. 18 at 8 p.m. and tickets go on sale Dec. 9.
POCATELLO – Idaho State University researcher Michael Meyers has published research findings that conclude there is a significantly lower injury rate for collegiate men’s soccer athletes playing on FieldTurf, a type of artificial turf, versus playing on natural grass.
POCATELLO – Idaho State University Instructional Design and Technology Ph.D. candidate Rick Richardson is investigating the use of topographic maps to teach spatial thinking skills and measure the total amount of participants’ mental effort, known as cognitive load.
Key Log Rolling event set Dec. 2 from 7 to 9 p.m.
POCATELLO – Idaho State University will host a free Key Log Rolling event Dec. 2 from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Reed Gymnasium’s pool.
ISU 2016 Angel Tree Project seeks gift donors for children of ISU students in need
POCATELLO – People interested in offering Christmas gift support for children of current Idaho State University students have until Dec. 9 to sponsor a child in need.
Idaho State University to host Philosophy for the Public lecture series Dec. 1
POCATELLO – James Norris, adjunct instructor of philosophy at Idaho State University, will present “A Plato Paper: The Problem with Philosopher-Kings” at 6 p.m. Dec. 1 at the College Market in Pocatello.
POCATELLO – The Idaho State-Civic Symphony will join the Idaho State University Camerata Choirs and ISU Choirs to present the “Joy to the World: an ISU Christmas” concert at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 9 and 10 in the Joseph C. and Cheryl H. Jensen Grand Concert Hall in the L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center.
College of Business and ISU Foundation launch annual fundraising campaign
The Idaho State University College of Business and ISU Foundation office are hoping to raise $50,000 for technology and equipment upgrades through their annual fundraising campaign.
Idaho State University seeks input on proposed Strategic Plan vision statement
Idaho State University invites members of the public to share feedback and comments regarding the 2018-2022 University Strategic Plan’s proposed vision statement. The proposed vision statement will guide University decisions for the next five years.
POCATELLO – Christmas is coming, but retired English Professor Susan Swetnam wants people to slow down and embrace Advent, the season that has preceded Christmas in Christian churches from the sixth century through today. For this reason, she recently published her eighth book, “A Season of Little Sacraments, Christmas Commotion/Advent Grace” with Liturgical Press of Collegeville, Minnesota.
Free flu shots and basic physical exams offered at ISU/Ada County Health Screening Dec. 8
Free flu shots, basic physical and dental exams, and onsite testing for blood sugar levels and cholesterol are included in free services offered at a community health screening Thursday, Dec. 8, 4-7 p.m., at the Idaho State University-Meridian Health Science Center, 1311 E. Central Drive in Meridian.
Idaho State University Choirs to perform holiday music concert on Dec. 2
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Choirs will present a concert of holiday music on Dec. 2 at 7:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary of the First Presbyterian Church on Seventh Avenue South and Lewis Street.
Night of Drums set Dec. 3 at Pond Student Union Ballroom
POCATELLO – Night of Drums will feature three different groups drumming and dancing at 7 p.m. Dec. 3 in the Idaho State University Pond Student Union Ballroom.
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s 2016-17 ‘Season of Note’ concert series will feature Merry Christmas Darling: Carpenters’ Christmas starring Michelle Berting Brett at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 15 in the L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center Joseph C. and Cheryl H. Jensen Grand Concert Hall.
ISU switching to new math placement test; Beginning Nov. 30 ALEKS replaces Compass Placement Exam
POCATELLO – Beginning Nov. 30, Idaho State University will use the Assessment and Learning in Knowledge Spaces (ALEKS) placement exam as its newest and primary assessment tool for placing students into mathematics classes.
Idaho State University Student Activities Board to host “Christmas Around the World” on Dec. 3
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Student Activities Board will host “Christmas Around the World” on Saturday, Dec. 3.
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Union Program Council and Student Activities Board will host Dead Week Relief events Dec. 5-8 in the Student Union Quad Lounge.
2016 National Outdoor Book Award winners announced by Idaho State University
NOTE: Color scans (print quality), complete reviews, and other supplementary art work may be downloaded from: http://www.noba-web.org/bookrel16.htm
Jennifer Hackwith new coordinator of accelerated nursing program
POCATELLO – Jennifer Hackwith is the new coordinator of Idaho State University’s accelerated nursing program, which allows students to earn a second bachelor’s degree in an intensive 12-month program.
Idaho State University’s College of Arts and Letters announces remaining November events
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s College of Arts and Letters will present five concerts and six art exhibits through the remainder of November. More information on the events can be found at isu.edu/cal or by contacting Melissa Lee at bohnmeli@isu.edu or 282-1404.
POCATELLO — Dylan Childress, a senior majoring in art at Idaho State University, won a $1,000 prize for his winning holiday card design that will appear on the front of ISU’s official 2016 holiday greeting card.
Idaho State University School of Performing Arts to present magical production of “Narnia”
POCATELLO — Idaho State University’s School of Performing Arts will perform a musical adaptation of the magical story “Narnia” on Dec. 1, 3, 5, 9 and 10 in the Beverly B. Bistline Theatre in the L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center.
ISU Human Performance Lab interns make headway in their research efforts
POCATELLO – Idaho State University career path interns in the Sport Science and Physical Education Department are making headway completing research on a variety of projects, testing athletic psychological and physical skills to pain coping skills.
The College of Education will hold its fourth annual Celebrating Excellence event on Wednesday, Nov. 16 from 5:30 p.m- 7:30 p.m. in the College of Education (COE) Auditorium on the ISU Pocatello campus.
Muggle Magic, a family event, set Nov. 19 at Idaho Museum of Natural History
POCATELLO – The Idaho Museum of Natural History (IMNH) at Idaho State University is hosting its annual Muggle Magic event from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Nov. 19.
ISU NIATEC program hosts cyber security competition, attracts 10 teams
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University National Information Assurance Training and Education Center (NIATEC) program hosted a cyber security competition Nov. 12, that attracted 10 teams from universities throughout the mountain region.
Idaho State University Tree Lighting Festival set Nov. 29
POCATELLO — The sixth annual Idaho State University Tree Lighting Festival, presented by the Union Program Council, will be held 7-9 p.m. Nov. 29 at the Pond Student Union.
ISU College of Arts and Letters prepares for fourth annual New Year’s Eve Gala
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s College of Arts and Letters is preparing for its fourth annual New Year’s Eve Gala to support student scholarships on Dec. 31 at 7:30 p.m. at the L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center.
ISU NIATEC program hosting cyber security competition, 10 teams competing
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University National Information Assurance Training and Education Center (NIATEC) program is hosting a cyber security competition that continues through Nov. 12, attracting 10 teams from universities throughout the mountain region.
POCATELLO – About 1,000 adults in five counties across south-central Idaho will be given access to further “access and opportunity to higher education” by Idaho State University’s new five-year, $1.2 million TRiO grant for an Educational Opportunity Center (EOC).
POCATELLO – Idaho State University jazz studies Director of Jon Armstrong released his new album “Burnt Hibiscus,” produced by Orenda Records, on Nov. 4.
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Idaho Accelerator Center (IAC) and Clarity Pharmaceuticals, a Sydney, Australia, radiopharmaceutical company, have signed a memorandum of understanding to officially launch joint development of commercial applications of the medical isotope Copper 67 produced at the IAC.
POCATELLO – The nuclear engineering laboratory at Idaho State University will host a nuclear science Boy Scout merit badge clinic for about 100 boys on Nov. 12.
ISU’s concert series ‘Season of Note’ will feature Wynonna and the Big Noise Nov. 19
POCATELLO - Idaho State University’s 2016-17 ‘Season of Note’ concert series will feature five-time Grammy winner and New York Times best-selling author, Wynonna Judd and her band The Big Noise at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 19 in the L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center.
Camerata Singers to present fall concert Nov. 18
POCATELLO – The Camerata Singers will present a fall concert on Friday, Nov. 18, at 7:30 p.m. in Jensen Grand Concert Hall.
Idaho State University Department of Art to host visiting artist Lily Lee Nov. 11 and 28
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Department of Art will host visiting artist Lily Lee on Nov. 11 and 28 for an artist talk and fiber netting workshop.
Idaho Lt. Gov. Brad Little to Speak at ISU College of Business Nov. 28
POCATELLO – On Monday, Nov. 28, Idaho Lt. Gov. Brad Little will speak on behalf of the Idaho State University College of Business’s Wells Fargo Speaker Series.
ISU’s November Career Path Intern of the Month is Daniel Ortiz
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Daniel Ortiz was named the Career Path Intern (CPI) for the month of November by the ISU Career Center.
MERIDIAN, Idaho— Founders of the proposed Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine (ICOM) unveiled an architectural rendering of the medical school building and marked the construction site with flags during a news conference Nov. 8 at the Idaho State University-Meridian Health Science Center.
Idaho State-Civic Symphony to host Douglas Lowry tribute concert on Nov. 11
POCATELLO -- The Idaho State-Civic Symphony will host a concert honoring the late Douglas Lowry on Nov. 11 at 7 p.m. in the Joseph C. and Cheryl H. Jensen Grand Concert Hall of the L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center.
POCATELLO -- The Idaho State-Civic Symphony’s Youth Orchestra will host a concert with the theme “How ‘Suite’ It Is!” on Nov. 9 at 7 p.m. in the Joseph C. and Cheryl H. Jensen Grand Concert Hall in the L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center.
Transgender Day of Remembrance events set Nov. 15-16
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Department of Sociology, Social Work, Criminology and the Gender Resource Center will host Transgender Day of Remembrance events Nov.15-16.
Grand opening set Nov. 12 for new wildfire exhibit at Idaho Museum of Natural History
POCATELLO – The Idaho Museum of Natural History at Idaho State University will have a grand opening from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 12. featuring onsite fire engines and activities for its newest exhibit “Living with Fire.”
POCATELLO – Due to her expertise on international border environmental issues, Idaho State University political science Professor and Chair Donna Lybecker has been selected to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s National Advisory Committee.
Idaho State University Japan Night scheduled Nov. 12
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Japan Club will host its annual Japan Night on Nov. 12 in the ISU Pond Student Union Ballroom. Japan Night will celebrate Japanese culture with traditional Japanese cuisine and performances.
Idaho State University recognized for offering top four-year radiology technician program
SAN FRANCISCO – Idaho State University‘s four year degree program for radiology technicians has been recognized as one of the best in the nation by The Community for Accredited Online Schools (AccreditedSchoolsOnline.org).
Idaho State University recognized for offering top four-year beauty cosmetology program
SAN FRANCISCO – Idaho State University‘s four year degree program for beauty cosmetology has been recognized as one of the best in the nation by The Community for Accredited Online Schools (AccreditedSchoolsOnline.org).
Community garage sale benefit for ISU-Idaho Falls Benny’s Pantry set Nov. 12
POCATELLO –Idaho State University’s Idaho Falls Campus will host a community garage sale on Nov. 12 in the Bennion Student Union’s Multi-Purpose Room from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. All proceeds go to Benny’s Pantry.
Free flu shots and basic physical exams offered at ISU/Ada County Health Screening Nov. 10
Free flu shots, basic physical and dental exams, and onsite testing for blood sugar levels and cholesterol are included in free services offered at a community health screening Thursday, Nov. 10, 4-7 p.m., at the Hispanic Cultural Center of Idaho, 315 Stampede Drive, in Nampa.
Idaho State University to host second Humanities Café on Nov. 3, collecting donations for refugees
POCATELLO -- Idaho State University’s College of Arts and Letters will hold its second Humanities Café of the year on Nov. 3 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Westside Players Theater, 1009 S. 2nd Ave. Pocatello.
POCATELLO – Idaho State University history Professor Paul Sivitz recently developed a map with Montana State University professor Billy G. Smith that is currently on display at the National Museum of African American History and Culture.
Idaho State University’s diversity events scheduled in November
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Diversity Resource Center and Gender Resource Center are sponsoring a variety of free, public events discussing diversity in November including four scheduled Nov. 1-4.
2017 Idaho State Business Leader of the Year award nominations due by Nov. 11
Nominees of Idaho business leaders who represent the qualifications and core values of the Alpha Kappa Psi fraternity will be accepted through Friday, Nov. 11, at 5 p.m
Idaho State University welcomes the Metropolitan Opera Nov. 5
POCATELLO – Idaho State University will once again host the Metropolitan Opera National Council District Auditions on Nov. 5 at 10 a.m. in the Jensen Grand Concert Hall of the Stephens Performing Arts Center.
Country star Suzy Bogguss excited to return to Pocatello for Oct. 27 concert at Stephens Center
POCATELLO – Country star Suzy Bogguss, who will perform at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 27 at Idaho State University, said she’s excited about returning to Pocatello to share songs from her new album and older favorites.
ICOM announces CEO/president and chairman of the board appointments
MERIDIAN – The proposed Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine (ICOM) announced two key leadership positions this week.
POCATELLO – “What Makes a Great Salmon River” presented by noted ecologist Jack Stanford is the topic of the annual Idaho State University G.W. Minshall Lecture Series in Ecology at 4 p.m. Oct. 27 in Room 10 of the ISU Lecture Center (Building No. 67 on ISU maps).
Idaho State University physics, Pocatello Kiwanis to host a Haunted Science Lab Oct. 29
The ISU Society of Physics Students, Kiwanis Club of Pocatello and the ISU physics department will host a Haunted Science Laboratory exhibit open to the public on Oct. 29, from 4 to 9 p.m. at 300 North Fifth Ave. at the corner of North Fifth Ave. and East Lander in Pocatello.
ISU College of Education faculty lead coding and robotics workshop for elementary teachers
POCATELLO – Idaho State University faculty from the College of Education recently led a coding and robotics workshop for elementary teachers in Idaho Falls School District 91.
POCATELLO – U.S. Sen. Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) and community members will hold a Violence Against Women Act panel discussion and news conference on Monday, Oct. 31, in Idaho State University Rendezvous Complex Conference Suites A, B and C from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
21st annual Southeast Idaho Homeless Stand Down set Oct. 29
POCATELLO – Idaho State University will host the 21st annual Southeast Idaho Homeless Stand Down 8 a.m. to noon Oct. 29 at Reed Gymnasium in an effort to help the local homeless population.
Astrophysicist Jeffrey Bennett to demystify global warming Oct. 26 at ISU
Astrophysicist, NASA scientist and best-selling author Jeffrey Bennett will deliver the talk “Global Warming Demystified: The Science. The Consequences, and the Solutions (and why conservatives and liberals can all agree)” from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Oct. 26 at Idaho State University.
Idaho State University fall enrollment total headcount is 13,062
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s total student enrollment headcount for the fall 2016 census day was 13,062.
The ISU School of Performing Arts will present a faculty recital with cellist Eleanor Christman Cox and pianist Mark Neiwirth at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 22 in the Joseph C. and Cheryl H. Jensen Grand Concert Hall at the L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center.
ISU “Be Advised” campaign continues recommending students declare majors
POCATELLO – Idaho State University Central Academic Advising continues its “Be Advised” campaign with the additional recommendation for students to “Declare Your Major.”
ISU has plenty of Halloween events in October
POCATELLO – The Halloween fun doesn’t have to end once you’re too old to trick or treat. Idaho State University has plenty of fun Halloween events for students and community members this October.
POCATELLO – A free public debate, monitored by Sean Illing of vox.com. on the topic “Eliminating the Electoral College in Favor of a Popular Vote for President” will held at 5:30 p.m. Oct. 18 in the Idaho State University Pond Student Union Middle Fork Salmon River Suite.
An Evening with Belinda Bowler set Nov. 12 at Stephens Center
POCATELLO – Idaho State University will host a free concert featuring Belinda Bowler at the L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center’s Jensen Concert Hall at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 12.
ISU faculty showcase of scholarly and creative works set Nov. 9
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Eli M. Oboler Library will host the ISU faculty showcase of scholarly and creative works, Nov. 9 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Idaho State University debaters place as semi-finalists in Oregon tournament
POCATELLO – Idaho State University freshmen debaters Nick Grunig and Nate Mortimer broke into the semi-finals and had a top-five showing in a 28-team Open Division at the British Parliamentary debate tournament hosted by Lewis and Clark College in Portland, Oregon.
Sen. Mike Crapo to visit Idaho State University College of Business
POCATELLO – Idaho Sen. Mike Crapo will visit the Idaho State University College of Business on Monday, Oct. 17, in the Business Administration Building Room 402 from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Idaho State University debate to host Rwandan debate team for two-day event
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s debate team will host the iDebate Rwanda debate team for three events on Oct. 24 and 25.
Idaho Museum of Natural History hosts 'Creepy, Crawly Critters' Family Fun Day Oct. 22
POCATELLO – Visitors to the Idaho Museum of Natural History will have the chance to meet and learn about some fascinating creatures as part of its “Creepy, Crawly Critters” Family Fun Day program running from 9 a.m. to noon on Oct. 22.
Phi U 5K set Nov. 5 at Idaho State University; winner gets a free turkey, Free Raffle Prizes
POCATELLO – The Phi U 5k run/walk will be held at 9:30 a.m. Nov. 5 starting at east side of Cadet Field at the Idaho State University Reed Gym Foyer off Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive in Pocatello.
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s National Honor Society for Dance Arts will present the first annual Community Dance of Dance in ISU’s Red Hill Building on Oct. 15 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
ISU Oboler Library to host reception for artist Joe Keller on Oct. 25; exhibit runs through December
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Eli M. Oboler Library will host a free, public reception for local artist Joe Keller on Tuesday, Oct. 25, from 4:30 to 6 p.m.
Idaho State University English professor Matthew Levay to give colloquium
POCATELLO — Idaho State University’s Department of English and Philosophy will host a colloquium on Oct. 21 with Matthew Levay and his talk “Never-Ending Stories: Modernism and the Aesthetics of Serial Form.” The colloquium will be held at 4 p.m. in the Liberal Arts Building Room
Idaho State University to host visiting poet Matt Daly October 13
POCATELLO — Idaho State University’s Department of English and Philosophy will host Matt Daly, poet and teacher from Jackson, Wyoming, on Oct. 13 to present a pedagogy lecture and poetry reading.
Idaho State University physical therapy students spent 16 days working in Guatemala in summer 2016
POCATELLO – Students and alumni of ISU’s physical therapy program spent 16 days working in Tecpán, Guatemala, this summer helping treat patients and donating therapy equipment.
Blue Cross of Idaho awards Idaho State University grant to help screen for traumatic brain injury
Adults screened for traumatic brain injury through Idaho State University’s Traumatic Brain Injury Program will be eligible for $50 vouchers for additional treatment, thanks to a $500 grant from the Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation for Health.
Annual Pocatello Ski Swap set Oct. 28-29; annual ski movie set Oct. 29
POCATELLO – The annual Pocatello Ski Swap will be held Oct. 28-29 at Idaho State University in the Pond Student Union Ballroom and the annual Warren Miller ski movie will be show at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 29 in Frazier Hall.
POCATELLO – The Idaho Museum of Natural History and the Informatics Research Institute at Idaho State University have teamed up to bring the natural history of Idaho to the world via the Virtual Museum of Idaho, accessible on the internet.
Health Science Experience Night and Pharmacy Open House at ISU-Meridian set for Oct. 20
Learn about dozens of Idaho State University health professions programs, tour the Meridian campus, and get a flu shot at Health Science Experience Night and the Pharmacy Open House, Thursday, Oct. 20, 5-7:30 p.m.
Idaho State University Women’s Club Holiday Fair set for Nov. 4-5 at Pond Student Union Ballroom
POCATELLO – The 46th annual Idaho State University Women’s Club Holiday Fair will be held Nov. 4 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Nov. 5 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the ISU Pond Student Union Ballroom.
Idaho State University will induct five into Sports Hall of Fame on Oct. 22
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Office of Alumni Relations and ISU Alumni Association will induct five new members into its Sports Hall of Fame on Oct. 22.
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s School of Performing Arts will present the psychological thriller “The Turn of the Screw” on Oct. 21, 22, 27, 28 and 29 just in time for Southeast Idaho residents to get ready for Halloween.
Idaho State University to host vox.com journalist Sean Illing on Oct. 17-18
POCATELLO – Idaho State University will host Vox.com journalist Sean Illing on Oct. 17 for his free talk titled, “Is Too Much Democracy a Bad Thing? Thoughts on the 2016 Election.”
POCATELLO- Idaho State University’s Japan Club will host a taiko Japanese drumming demonstration and lecture by renowned taiko performer, Kenny Endo, on Oct. 21 from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at ISU’s Frazier Hall Auditorium.
ISU’s October Career Path Intern of the Month is senior Alan Carlson
POCATELLO – Idaho State University senior Alan Carlson was named the Career Path Intern (CPI) for the month of October by the ISU Career Center.
Health Science Experience Night and Pharmacy Open House set for Oct. 20 at ISU-Meridian
Learn about dozens of Idaho State University health professions programs, tour the Meridian campus, and get a flu shot at Health Science Experience Night and the Pharmacy Open House, Thursday, Oct. 20, 5-7:30 p.m.
Idaho State University to present 31st annual Choral Invitational Concert on Oct. 15
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Department of Music will present the 31st annual Choral Invitational Festival Concert on Oct. 15 at 7 p.m. in the Joseph C. and Cheryl H. Jensen Grand Concert Hall in the L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center.
13th annual reunion for retired ISU employees is Oct. 19 at Juniper Hills CC; signup due by Oct. 10
POCATELLO – The 13th Annual Reunion for the Idaho State University family of faculty and staff retirees will be Wednesday, Oct. 19, at Juniper Hills Country Club.
Students at Idaho State University’s College of Business will be able to compete in the International Collegiate Business Strategy Competition for the next three years, thanks to a generous donation from Idaho Central Credit Union.
ISU’s concert series ‘A Season of Note’ will feature country music singer Suzy Bogguss Oct. 27
POCATELLO - Idaho State University’s 2016-17 ‘Season of Note’ concert series will feature country singer Suzy Bogguss at the L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 27.
POCATELLO – Idaho State University graduate Monica Tromp began post-doctoral work at the Max Planck Institute for the Science of Human History, located in Jena, Germany, this fall.
MERIDIAN — The Proposed Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine (ICOM) and the Idaho State University Foundation jointly announced the establishment of the ICOM Scholarship Endowment Fund today.
Researchers at Idaho State University, Boise State University and NASA are teaming up to try to determine the economic and social impacts of a wildfire recovery geographic information systems (GIS) program, thanks to a $100,000 grant from the NASA Applied Science Program.
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Department of English and Philosophy will host a book launch for faculty members Jennifer Fuller and Jessica Winston on Oct. 7 at 4:30 p.m. in the loft of the Portneuf Valley Brewery.
NAMPA —College of Western Idaho freshmen Aaron Siler, 24, and Andrea Conejo, 18, were greeted by a wave of orange and black as they strolled through the second-floor atrium of the community college’s Academic Building on Sept. 29.
Film showing of 'Salmon: Running the Gauntlet' is set Oct. 13 at the Idaho Museum of Natural History
POCATELLO – The Idaho Museum of Natural History at Idaho State University will show a PBS film “Salmon: Running the Gauntlet” from 6 to 9 p.m. Oct. 13.
Bessie Katsilometes, Ph.D., retired Sept. 16 from Idaho State University after 30 years of service, most recently as associate vice president of university programs at the ISU-Meridian Health Science Center.
ISU Outdoor Adventure Center yurt rentals open for the season
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Outdoor Adventure Center (OAC) yurt rentals are open for the season.
Free community hearing screenings at ISU-Meridian Health Science Center
Get your hearing checked for free at a series of screenings starting Oct. 11 at the Speech and Language Clinic at the Idaho State University-Meridian Health Science Center, 1311 E. Central Drive.
Graduate Programs and Health Professions Fair set Oct. 5 at Idaho State University
POCATELLO – Those who have considered getting a master’s or doctoral degree now have a chance to get all their questions answered and look at what opportunities are available to them at the upcoming Graduate Programs and Health Professions Fair at Idaho State University.
POCATELLO – Foreign language teachers from across the state will travel to Idaho State University to attend the 55th Annual Idaho Association of Teachers of Language and Culture Conference on Oct. 6 and 7 in the Pond Student Union.
Free flu shots and basic physical exams offered at ISU/Ada County health screening Oct. 13
Free flu shots, basic physical and dental exams, and onsite testing for blood sugar levels and cholesterol are included in free services offered at a community health screening Thursday, Oct. 13, 4-7 p.m., at Whitney United Methodist Church, 3315 W. Overland Rd., in Boise.
“7,003 Days – 21 Years in the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness” topic of Sept. 29 seminar
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s biological sciences department will host a seminar on Sept. 29 titled “7,003 Days - 21 Years in the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness” at 4 p.m. in Lecture Center 10 in the ISU Gale Life Sciences Building.
Idaho State University's Stress Management Biofeedback Center helps students manage stress
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Biofeedback Center was opened last fall by the Counseling and Testing Services, and the responses this past year has been overwhelmingly positive.
POCATELLO – The Student Global Leadership Program (SGLP) at Idaho State University is a series of leadership seminars that culminates in an opportunity for students to embark on an adventure of a lifetime – a 13-day trip to Europe.
October is Cyber Security Awareness Month
Every day, individuals and organizations make decisions that impact their safety and well-being. Often, they are not even aware these decisions are being made.
ISU’s disaster planning workshop for cultural institutions set Oct. 21
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Eli M. Oboler Library will offer a disaster planning workshop for administrators and staff on Oct. 21 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Idaho State University opens online store for official Bengal merchandise
POCATELLO – Idaho State University has partnered with the Follett Corporation to launch an online store for official Bengal merchandise.
ISU’s Family Weekend 2016 set Oct. 21-22; Online registration open Sept. 16 to Oct. 19
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s annual Family Weekend will take place on the weekend of Oct. 21-22. Online registration for the event will be live Sept. 16 through Oct. 19.
ISU Healthy Bengal Wellness Fair set Sept. 28
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Healthy Bengal Wellness Fair is scheduled Sept. 28 from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Rendezvous Complex Atrium.
POCATELLO- Registration is now open for the 29th Annual Idaho Conference on Health Care and the 9th Annual Thomas Geriatric Health Symposium.
Guaranteed admission to Idaho State University after successfully completing an associate degree and application-fee waivers are two benefits of Bengal Bound, a new program designed to encourage Idaho community college students to continue their education at ISU.
POCATELLO – Idaho State University 10th-day total enrollment for fall 2016 semester is 11,025, a 2.1 percent decline from the fall semester 2015 10th-day enrollment of 11,259, but Idaho resident enrollment increased by 2.6 percent.
Idaho Museum of Natural History joins Smithsonian magazine’s 12th annual Museum Day Live!
Idaho Museum of Natural History Joins Smithsonian magazine’s12th Annual Museum Day Live! Free Admission on Sept. 24 with a Downloadable Museum Day Live! Ticket Exposed, Water/Ways, and Idaho Power Centennial Exhibit
The National Institutes of Health has awarded Idaho State University assistant professor Kirk Hevener a $415,000 grant that may one day lead to the discovery of a new drug to battle the deadly intestinal bacteria Clostridium difficile.
Idaho State University Pinyon Jay Press to host Jessica Spring, visiting artist
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Pinyon Jay Press will host visiting artist Jessica Spring on Sept. 29. Spring has been a letterpress printer since 1989 when she learned how to set real metal type.
POCATELLO – When it comes to artificial turf, there’s a simple, but firm analysis related to injuries that Idaho State University researcher Michael Meyers has documented: the greater the weight of the infill used with artificial turf, the fewer the injuries.
POCATELLO Idaho State University undergraduate and graduate students can enter a contest to create the design for this year’s ISU holiday card.
The 29th Annual Idaho Conference on Health Care and the 9th Annual Thomas Geriatric Health Symposium will be held Friday, Sept. 30 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Idaho State University in two locations; Pocatello and at the ISU-Meridian Health Science Center.
I Love ISU Scholarship Campaign Raises $230,748
The 2016 annual I Love ISU campaign concluded Thursday, Sept. 15, raising $230,748.02 in pledges for scholarships for Idaho students.
Idaho State University School of Performing Arts to perform rock musical “Next to Normal”
Students at Idaho State University will combine their talents in both music and theatre for the production of “Next to Normal” on Sept. 23, 24, 29, 30 and Oct. 1 in the Beverly B. Bistline Thrust Theatre in the L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center.
Idaho State University to hold Humanities Café celebrating diversity Sept. 15
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s College of Arts and Letters will hold the first of four Humanities Cafés on Sept. 15 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Bridge Restaurant, 815 S. First Ave., in Pocatello.
ISU 2016 Homecoming Kickoff Celebration set Sept.22
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Alumni Board of Directors and Alumni Association will host their annual Alumni Homecoming Kickoff event, Sept. 22 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Kulak Crossfit, 4841 Clover Dell Road in Chubbuck.
34th annual I Love ISU activities peak Sept. 12-15
POCATELLO – 2016 I Love ISU efforts to raise money for Idaho State University scholarships and other support will reach their peak Sept. 12-15 as teams in Pocatello will be reaching out to Gate City, Chubbuck, Blackfoot and American Falls communities.
Idaho State University begins statewide Community Health Worker training
Idaho State University, in collaboration with the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare’s Bureau of Rural Health and Primary Care, is offering training, statewide, for Community Health Workers or CHWs.
Idaho State Civic Symphony 2016-2017 season preview and highlights
POCATELLO – The Idaho State-Civic Symphony will open its 2016-17 season with guest bassoonist John Clouser on Sept. 23 in the Joseph C. and Cheryl H. Jensen Grand Concert Hall in the L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center.
Idaho State University researcher Mark Austin seeks clues for combating depression and suicide
The facts related to suicide and its incidence in Idaho are staggering, among them, Idaho is ranked sixth in the nation in suicide rates and Idaho State University researcher Mark Austin wants to do more to understand this problem and how it relates to major depression.
POCATELLO – A community commemoration for the 15th anniversary recognition of 9/11 will take place at Idaho State University’s Holt Arena and Cadet Field on Sept. 11 from 3 to 8 p.m.
POCATELLO – About 500 more eighth- through 12th-grade students in southern Idaho will be served “to go to and through post-secondary education” by Idaho State University’s new five-year, $1.25-million TRiO Grant for its Educational Talent Search program.
Informational meetings set Sept. 13-14 for ISU 2017 student European trip to Spain, Portugal
POCATELLO – Informational meetings for the Student Global Leadership Program will be held Sept. 13 and 14 for students interested in enrolling for an opportunity to travel to Spain and Portugal in May.
Idaho State University’s annual CarFit event is Sept. 26 at Holt Arena
POCATELLO– Does your leg go to sleep when you drive? Any way to minimize those nerve-racking blind spots? What can happen if you sit too close to the steering wheel?
Idaho State University Homecoming week begins with the Bengal Street Party on Sept. 19
POCATELLO – To kick-off Homecoming week Idaho State University and Kind Community will host the Bengal Street Party on Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive in the center of the ISU campus on Sept. 19 from 5 to 10 p.m.
Idaho Power’s Centennial Exhibit Traveling to Pocatello as Final Stop on Yearlong Tour
Idaho Power’s centennial celebration comes to a close as its traveling exhibit makes its final stop at the Idaho Museum of Natural History, beginning Tuesday, Sept. 13.
Idaho State University’s “Strength in Stripes” Homecoming student activities begin Sept 19
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Student Activities Board will celebrate a variety of student Homecoming events on the theme “Strength in Stripes” Sept. 19-24, concluding with the Homecoming football game at 2:35 p.m. in the Holt Arena on Sept 24.
Idaho State University’s Veteran Student Service Center is being recognized by the Idaho State Journal’s full-length documentary, "A Veteran's Sanctuary — ISU's Commitment to Those Who've Served” that will premiere Sept. 10 at 4 p.m. in the Pond Student Union Wood River Room
POCATELLO – Idaho State University undergraduate students participating in the National Institutes of Health funded IDeA Network of Biomedical Research Excellence (INBRE) program this summer had the opportunity to take immersive art classes guided by ISU faculty.
Idaho State University’s Special Collections and Archives now features three new digital collections of images from the period when ISU was the Idaho Technical Institute (1915-1927), the University of Idaho-Southern Branch (1927-1947) and Idaho State College (1927-1963).
ISU College of Business Professional Development Week set Sept. 6 – 9
The Idaho State University College of Business is excited to announce the events of the annual Professional Development Week 2016 that are for Idaho State University students. The events are as follows:
POCTELLO – Idaho State University’s Chapter 110 of the Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society was recently recognized by the national Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society Headquarters in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
ISU President Arthur C. Vailas shares successes at annual State of the University address
POCATELLO – At his annual State of the University address Aug. 31, Idaho State University President Arthur C. Vailas said campus improvements, breakthroughs in research and increased recruitment efforts are just a few of the successes ISU has seen this year.
POCATELLO – Five governmental officials from Bhutan visited Idaho State University this week as part of the U.S. Department of State’s International Visitor Leadership Program.
POCATELLO – The largest academic unit of Idaho State University has been named as the Kasiska Division of Health Sciences to recognize the generosity of the Kasiska Family Foundation.
Accounting Professor Ken Merkley from Cornell University to give talk at ISU College of Business
POCATELLO – Ken Merkley, an assistant professor of accounting at Cornell University in New York, will give a talk on his research and other topics at the Idaho State University College of Business at noon Sept. 16 in the Business Administration Building Room 403.
Idaho Museum of Natural History to host "Water/Ways" exhibit Sept. 3 - Oct. 16
Pocatello, Idaho - A Smithsonian traveling exhibition on all things water in America, titled “Water/Ways,” opens Sept. 3 and runs until Oct. 16 at Idaho Museum of Natural History at Idaho State University.
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s state-of-the-art Joseph C. and Cheryl H. Jensen Grand Concert Hall has received Martin Audio sound system and LED lighting upgrades to the tune of more than $500,000.
POCATELLO—The Idaho State University annual Graduate Art Exhibition will open on August 30 in the John B. Davis Gallery, and close on Sept. 16.
Idaho State University Department of Art creates new Digital Lab for students
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Department of Art is starting the 2016-17 school year on a good note by opening a digital studio lab for its current art students. The lab will help students receive more modern instruction and technological training in their art degrees.
ISU Career Center Part-time Job and Internship Fair set Aug. 31
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Career Center will host the Part-time Job and Internship Fair on Aug. 31 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Pond Student Union Ballroom in Pocatello.
POCATELLO – Entering its 34th year, I Love ISU will feature teams of community members and Idaho State University faculty and staff making calls to residents of Southeast Idaho to raise ISU scholarship funds Sept. 7 in Idaho Falls and Sept 12-15 from Pocatello.
POCATELLO – In its 35th year, the Idaho State University Pocatello Pump set Sept. 17 and 18 is the oldest rock climbing competition in the United States.
POCATELLO – Idaho State University and Center for Advanced Energy Studies researcher Haiming Wen, working with collaborators at the Idaho National Laboratory, has received a $500,000 grant to improve the strength and irradiation resistance of metals used in nuclear reactors.
POCATELLO – Idaho State University President Arthur C. Vailas will deliver the President’s Annual State of the University Address at 6 p.m. Aug. 31 at the Joseph C. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center Beverly B. Bistline Thrust Theatre.
ISU/INL’s Haiming Wen receives $500,000 grant to improve materials for nuclear reactors
POCATELLO – Idaho State University researcher Haiming Wen, working with three collaborators at the Idaho National Laboratory, has received a $500,000 grant to improve the strength and irradiation resistance of metals used in nuclear reactors.
Idaho State University students to capture Bengal experience in book
POCATELLO — What was it like to be a Bengal in the 1950s, 60s or 70s? How has the student experience evolved over the years? How has Idaho State University changed?
Idaho State University hosts event on teaching difficult topics in the classroom
POCATELLO – In an era when “trigger warnings,” indications of potentially disturbing course content, are becoming routine on syllabi, how can teachers rigorously and thoughtfully address sensitive topics such as sexual violence, grief or racial discrimination in their classrooms
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Spanish for the Health Professions major program started in 2014, and is already making strides in the Pocatello and surrounding communities. In addition to ISU students taking classes in the program, students at Snake River High School rece
’35 and Very Alive,’ ISU’s 35th annual CW HOG Pig Out fundraiser set Sept. 17
POCATELLO – The 35th annual Idaho State University Cooperative Wilderness Handicapped Outdoor Group (CW HOG) Pig Out, a dinner and fundraiser for CW HOG, will be held Sept. 17, in Lower Ross Park Pavilion in Pocatello.
David Munson selected as ISU Career Path Intern of the Month
POCATELLO—David Munson has been named the August Career Path Intern of the Month at Idaho State University by the ISU Career Center.
ISU LEAD Center holds variety of events for New Student Orientation
POCATELLO – A presentation by Pocatello Police Chief Scott Marchand was among the highlights of a variety of events held and planned this week at Idaho State University as part of the New Student Orientation program.
Idaho State University pianist performs in world-renowned Kennedy Center in Washington D.C.
POCATELLO – Idaho State University pianist Natalia Lauk recently returned from the Washington International Piano Festival in Washington, D.C., where she had the opportunity to to perform in the world-renowned Kennedy Center.
Artists reception set Sept. 6 for Ginger Kramer and Bernadette Regnier exhibit at ISU Oboler Library
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Eli M. Oboler Library will host a reception for artists Ginger Kramer and Bernadette Regnier on Tuesday, Sept. 6, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the library’s art exhibit area.
Idaho State University Alumni Homecoming week events planned Sept. 22-24
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Homecoming 2016 “Strength in Stripes” will celebrate a variety of alumni events Sept. 22-24, culminating with the Homecoming Parade at 9:30 a.m. and football game at 2:35 p.m. in Holt Arena on Sept. 24.
ISU New Students March through the Arch Aug. 21
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University New Students March through the Arch will be held beginning at 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 21 at Reed Gym.
MERIDIAN – The Idaho State Board of Education unanimously approved a 40-year lease for the proposed Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine (ICOM) located at the Idaho State University-Meridian Health Science Center at a regularly scheduled board meeting Aug. 11 in Pocatello.
ISU Homecoming Parade set Sep. 24; Entry deadline is Sept. 9 to avoid late fee
Registration is open for the Idaho State University 2016 Homecoming Parade that will be held on Saturday, Sept. 24. Parade entries are due by 5 p.m. Friday, Sept. 9. After this date a $50 late fee applies. No entries will be accepted after noon on Friday, Sept. 16.
ISU Communiversity’s seventh annual “Welcome Back Orange and Black” set 4-7 p.m. Aug. 22
POCATELLO - Idaho State University students will again have a chance to win great prizes and enjoy free food, music and a variety of booths and entertainment during the seventh annual Welcome Back Orange and Black from 4 to 7 p.m. Aug. 22 in Old Town Pocatello.
POCATELLO – The new, $500,000 video board donated by the Idaho Potato Commission is almost online at Idaho State University’s Holt Arena, and, due to the efforts of an enterprising student, American Falls High School will receive the dome’s old scoreboard.
POCATELLO – The Idaho State Board of Education approved the creation of an executive vice president and provost position at Idaho State University.
POCATELLO – Idaho State University researcher James Groome is studying mutated human proteins to help understand and fight a variety of diseases such as epilepsy, while at the same time training ISU students to become the type of scientists to carry-on this work.
POCATELLO – Idaho State University political science Professors Donna Lybecker and Mark McBeth want to know how anglers and the public feel about fish and fishing in the Southeast Idaho region of the Greater Yellowstone ecosystem.
POCATELLO – Idaho State University alumna and Blackfoot High School teacher Holly Kartchner was recently named “Teacher of the Year” by the American Lawyers Alliance.
NASA funds science-based internships for high school girls at Idaho Museum of Natural History
POCATELLO – The NASA Idaho Space Grant Consortium (NASA ISGC) has generously funded a pilot intern program for young women in the Idaho Virtualization Lab (IVL), a research group within the Idaho Museum of Natural History at Idaho State University.
POCATELLO - Idaho State University will host a range of entertainment during the 2016-17 “A Season of Note” series with all performances at the L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center at 7:30 p.m.
Finance VP James Fletcher taking personal leave from University
Idaho State University Vice President for Finance and Administration James A. Fletcher has taken personal leave. President Arthur C. Vailas made the announcement Monday morning to staff in the Office of Finance and Administration.