POCATELLO – Fourteen undergraduate students who paired with mentors to complete 10 weeks of intensive work as full-time biomedical researchers at Idaho State University as part of the Idea Network of Biomedical Research Excellence (INBRE) Summer Fellowship program are heading to Moscow to present their findings.
Idaho State University announces ‘A Season of Note’ series lineup; season tickets go on sale Aug. 3
POCATELLO - Idaho State University will host a range of entertainment during the 2018-19 “A Season of Note” series with all performances at the L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center’s Joseph C. and Cheryl H. Jensen Grand Concert Hall at 7:30 p.m.
POCATELLO – Idaho State University nuclear science and engineering doctoral student Emerald Dawn Ryan is among 13 students in the Idaho National Laboratory’s second cohort of graduate fellows.
ISU Department of Psychology faculty receive competitive grants, provide opportunities for students
POCATELLO – Thanks to six external grants totaling over $3 million, Idaho State University’s Department of Psychology can provide invaluable research opportunities for students.
Idaho State University Audiology Clinic recognized as one of the best in Southeast Idaho
POCATELLO - Idaho State Journal readers have voted in the annual Reader’s Choice Awards, and the Idaho State University Audiology Clinic has been awarded second place in the category for Best Hearing Aid Centers in the region. Other award winners in the category include: Miracle Ear, Hearing Zone, Centrum Audiology, Costco and Belltone.
Vendor deadline is Aug. 3 to sign up for Idaho State University Welcome Back Orange and Black
POCATELLO – Vendors have until Aug. 3 to sign up to have a booth at the ninth annual Welcome Back Orange and Black celebration on Aug. 20 that welcomes back Idaho State University students to Pocatello.
Phrozen physics demo Set Aug. 1 at Pine Ridge Mall
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University physics program and Pine Ridge Mall invite the public to join them in the mall’s food court from noon to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 1, for liquid nitrogen ice cream and phrozen physics demonstrations.
POCATELLO – Idaho State University has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with The Centre for Radiation, Chemical and Environmental Hazards, Public Health England to continue collaborating on the effects of radiation on humans.
POCATELLO – Fourteen East Idaho high school students from the Pocatello, Chubbuck, Blackfoot Fort Hall and Marsh Valley areas became biomedical researchers for a two-week internship at Idaho State University’s College of Pharmacy during the month of June.
July ISU Career Path Intern of the Month is Zane Stephenson
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Career Center has named Zane Stephenson as the July Career Path Intern of the Month.
'Snakes of Idaho' photography by Professor Chuck Peterson at ISU’s Oboler Library
POCATELLO – The Eli M. Oboler Library at Idaho State University is displaying an exhibit of photography by ISU biology Professor Chuck Peterson titled “Snakes of Idaho” that will be on display through Sept. 28 in the library’s first floor art exhibit area.
ISU’s summer activities to include Shakespeare in the Park on July 25 and 26
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s summer activities will include Shakespeare in the Park on July 25 and 26 in the Hutchinson Quadrangle. Shakespeare in the Park is free and will begin at 6:30 p.m. The featured plays will be “Othello” and “Love’s Labour’s Lost.”
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - The work of faculty and alumni from the Department of Dental Hygiene at Idaho State University (ISU) did not go unnoticed at the association’s annual conference in June. There the ADHA honored an ISU faculty member with a prestigious Presidential Citation Award, and installed a new slate of officers for the upcoming year, with an ISU alumna among them.
ISU students attend training to encourage women in leadership positions
BOISE — Three students from Idaho State University joined nearly two dozen female undergraduates, representing six Idaho colleges and universities, at NEW Leadership Idaho, a weeklong training designed to encourage women to become community leaders and run for public office.
ISU Professor Alex Bolinger’s research accepted into one of the top management journals in the world
POCATELLO – The research of Alex Bolinger, an associate professor of management in Idaho State University’s College of Business, will be published this October in one of the top management journals in the world, the Academy of Management Review.
Idaho State University will again offer on-campus dual enrollment courses for high school students in Southeast Idaho this fall.
Seven family medicine physicians, two pharmacotherapists and one clinical psychologist will soon begin practicing in locations around the US, after completing their residencies at Idaho State University.
The Aaron Ball Band to perform at ISU Summer Soundwaves Concert and Barbecue on July 5
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Summer Soundwaves concert and barbecue will feature the Aaron Ball Band on July 5 at 6 p.m. on Hutchinson Quadrangle.
ISU-Meridian hosts “Stop the Bleed” training for faculty and staff
Saint Alphonsus trauma nurses Cheryl Bice and Marie Krochmal spent June 28 on the Idaho State University-Meridian campus, training 11 faculty and staff members on how to administer aid in bleeding emergencies.
ISU Emerita Beverly Klug and daughter to be featured on ABC “20/20” July 6
POCATELLO – Former Pocatello resident Andrea Klug-Napier and her mother, Idaho State University education Professor Emerita Beverly Klug, will be featured on ABC’s “20/20” on July 6.
Scores of ISU Bengal Bridge students to help beautify Old Town Pocatello on July 5
POCATELLO – More than 220 students from Idaho State’s Bengal Bridge Program will head to Old Town Pocatello to complete public art and beautification projects July 5 from 1 to 5 p.m.
ISU CW HOG to host 16th annual Golf Tournament on July 14
POCATELLO – Idaho State University Cooperative Wilderness Handicapped Outdoor Group will host its 16th annual golf tournament on July 14 at the Riverside Golf Course in Pocatello.
Idaho Museum of Natural History holds summer membership drive
POCATELLO – Looking for a fun and educational family experience this summer? Consider joining the Idaho Museum of Natural History at Idaho State University with an annual membership.
Tom Catmull’s Last Resort to perform at ISU Summer Soundwaves concert and barbecue on June 28
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Summer Soundwaves concert and barbecue will feature Tom Catmull’s Last Resort on June 28 at 6 p.m. on Hutchinson Quadrangle.
Idaho State University hires AHEC director
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Institute of Rural Health in the Kasiska Division of Health Sciences has hired Diana Campanella Schow to head an area health education center or AHEC, created to improve access to primary care in southeast Idaho’s underserved and rural communities.
ISU College of Business and College of Eastern Idaho sign first articulation agreement
IDAHO FALLS —Idaho State University and the College of Eastern Idaho have signed their first articulation agreement to facilitate the transition of business students from CEI to ISU.
Idaho State University’s Kasiska Division of Health Sciences expanding, reorganizing for growth
POCATELLO - A reorganization of the Kasiska Division of Health Sciences has added three new colleges at Idaho State University.
Idaho State University geosciences Professor David Rodgers lands Fulbright in Tajikistan
POCATELLO – Idaho State University Associate Dean and geosciences Professor David Rodgers is psyched about heading 12 time zones and 7,000 miles away to complete a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program award at the University of Central Asia in Tajikistan.
Monsanto donates new shark fossil to Idaho Museum of Natural History
POCATELLO – The Idaho Museum of Natural History on the Idaho State University Pocatello campus recently received a new shark fossil from Monsanto.
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s College of Arts and Letters awarded 48 Road Scholarships to Idaho high school seniors totaling $80,000 during the 2017-2018 school year. In addition to the money provided by the College of Arts and Letters, the awarded students also received almost $260,000 in scholarships from ISU just by applying.
Kevin Satterlee Begins Work As Idaho State University’s 13th President
Crossing through the Swanson Arch Monday, as freshmen do on their first day on campus, Kevin Satterlee began his work as Idaho State University’s 13th president.
ISU College of Arts and Letters students excel, 278 named to spring 2018 dean’s list
POCATELLO -- The College of Arts and Letters named 278 students to their Spring 2018 dean’s list. There were 255 students from Idaho on list representing 39 different cities and towns.
Midnight Noon to perform at ISU Summer Soundwaves concert and barbecue on June 21
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Summer Soundwaves concert and barbecue will feature Midnight Noon on June 21 at 6 p.m. on Hutchinson Quadrangle.
June ISU Career Path Intern of the Month is Kam Thomas
POCATELLO – Kam Thomas, who has spent the past semester working as an accounting intern for Phillips, Oakes, Goodwin, and Crane in Burley, has been named the Idaho State University June ISU Career Path Intern of the month.
ISU student Mary Lupumba awarded Refugee Scholarship for 2018-2019 academic year
POCATELLO – Idaho State University student Mary Lupumba was awarded the 2018-2019 Refugee Scholarship, which will cover two semesters of full tuition.
ISU audiology team fits 24 Peruvian villagers with hearing aids on mission with Idaho Condor
MERIDIAN - A recent humanitarian mission with Idaho Condor and Idaho State University has left several Peruvian villagers hearing more clearly, and one ISU student seeing more clearly.
ISU physics department to offer water rocket festival June 23-24
POCATELLO –There will be a free water rocket workshop for teens put on by Idaho State University’s physics department from 10 a.m. to noon on June 23 and 24 at Tydeman Park in Pocatello.
Fredi Giesler to head new ISU Master of Social Work program
POCATELLO – Fredi Giesler’s interest in social work started when she was a teenager babysitting for various families and was solidified when she took her first Introduction to Social Work course at Pacific Lutheran University.
ISU Big Beam tests well; team awaits results on how it placed
POCATELLO – It is only fitting that many of the Idaho State University Civil and Environmental Engineering students who helped build the new Structural Laboratory at the Engineering Research Complex would be the first to test their equipment.
The Queen and King to perform at ISU Summer Soundwaves concert and barbeque on June 14
POCATELLO – Idaho State University Summer Soundwaves concert and barbeque will feature The Queen and King on June 14 at 6 p.m. on Hutchinson Quadrangle.
POCATELLO – Seventy-five high school students from Renaissance High School in Meridian received their Associate of Arts degrees in general studies during Idaho State University-Meridian’s graduation on May 7.
ISU psychology student Shelby Weber awarded prestigious research internship
POCATELLO – Recent psychology graduate Shelby Weber plans to begin Ph.D. studies in clinical psychology at Idaho State University this fall. Before she returns, she will complete a Chicago-based research internship funded by the National Institute of Drug Abuse (NIDA) studying chronic pain and traumatic experiences in inner-city women.
ISU music professor Patrick Brooks revives rare jazz composition, to present internationally
POCATELLO – A rare composition by jazz legend Charles Mingus has again reached audiences’ ears thanks to Idaho State University Department of Music Professor Patrick Brooks.
ISU sociology Professor DJ Williams publishes serial homicide and leisure research
POCATELLO – Forensic investigators, academics and hobbyists have long studied the motivations behind serial homicide. Now, research from Idaho State University Department of Sociology, Social Work and Criminology Associate Professor DJ Williams suggests that serial homicide may function as an enjoyable leisure experience for offenders.
ISU Summer Theatre program to present classic musical “Hello, Dolly!”
POCATELLO— Idaho State University’s College of Arts and Letters will present Jerry Herman’s Tony-Award-winning “Hello, Dolly!” as the 2018 Summer Musical.
ISU’s Summer Soundwaves concerts and barbeques will begin on June 7
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Summer Soundwaves concerts and barbecues will be every Thursday night from June 7 to July 19 on the Hutchinson Quadrangle.
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and HayWire Robotics are offering summer robotics and engineering camps June 4-22 for junior high students finishing seventh and eighth grade.
ISU Rodeo Team will send eight competitors to the College National Finals Rodeo in Wyoming
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Rodeo Team will send eight competitors to compete in the College National Finals Rodeo in Casper, Wyoming from June 9 to June 16.
Idaho Museum of Natural History is one of more than 2,000 museums across America to offer free admission to military personnel and their families this summer
POCATELLO - After more than eight years of research training and education, Idaho State University College of Pharmacy’s Jarod Barrott is ready to begin work studying an anti-cancer drug in a new setting, in the hopes that it will help treat children with advanced bone and muscle cancers.
INBRE program at ISU gives taste of biomedical research to budding researchers
POCATELLO –Undergraduate students have been paired with their mentors to begin an intensive summer working full-time as biomedical researchers at Idaho State University as part of the Idea Network of Biomedical Research Excellence (INBRE) Summer Fellowship program.
Idaho State University researchers study salmonflies’ benefits, ecology
POCATELLO – Idaho State University researchers, including master’s students Adam Eckersell and McKenna Adams, are studying salmonflies on the Henrys Fork Snake River and Middle Fork Salmon River drainages, exploring everything from these insect’s social impact on humans to their importance for providing pigmentation that can color the feathers of songbirds that feed on them.
Community members, local decision-makers, media representatives and Idaho State University faculty and staff visited the William M. and Karin A. Eames Advanced Technical Education and Innovation Complex on May 22 to tour newly renovated research laboratories and technology classrooms.
Idaho State University pharmacists to start prescribing hormonal contraception at Bengal Pharmacy
POCATELLO - Bengal Pharmacy, on the campus of Idaho State University in Pocatello, is now offering a new service, the Pharmacist-Prescribed Hormonal Contraception Program.
MERIDIAN— Melvina Lake, a second-year pharmacy student at Idaho State University-Meridian, has been awarded the Excellence in Public Health Pharmacy Award by the United States Public Health Service.
POCATELLO – Idaho State University Civil and Environmental Engineering students will hold the final destructive testing of their big concrete beam on May 25 at 9:30 a.m. in the Structural Laboratory at the Engineering Research Complex (ERC) on 1030 S. Second Ave. in Pocatello.
It takes a team: ISU health professions students participate in IPE Case Day
POCATELLO—More than 150 Idaho State University students, faculty and administrators participated in the Interprofessional Education Case Day Experience on April 26—an event organizers would like to expand to other campuses next year.
Discover Idaho Dinosaurs! Museum to offer four weeklong camps
POCATELLO – The Idaho Museum of Natural History at the Idaho State University Pocatello campus will offer four weeklong summer daytime Dino Camps for youths ages 10-18 starting June 11.
Mars or bust! Astronomical Idaho exhibit at IMNH brings visitors one step closer to Red Planet
POCATELLO – The Idaho Museum of Natural History on Idaho State University’s Pocatello campus will explore beyond our atmosphere this summer with the exhibit Astronomical Idaho that also features the Be the Astronaut exhibit.
POCATELLO – A team of three international researchers from Idaho State University using math and statistics to help better predict cloud formation and the weather have been awarded a Computing Sciences Research Pathways Fellowship to Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory in Berkeley, California, this summer.
14 Idaho State University students awarded INBRE Fellowship
POCATELLO – Fourteen Idaho State University undergraduate students were awarded an Idea Network of Biomedical Research Excellence (INBRE) fellowship for the summer that start on May 23.
POCATELLO – As part of the annual graduation and end-of-year festivities at Idaho State University, the Kasiska Division of Health Sciences (KDHS) celebrates the accomplishments of each school year at an annual reception.
ISU College of Arts and Letters to host four summer camps for middle and high school students
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s College of Arts & Letters will host a variety of camps this summer for students of all ages. The camps include those in music, art and design.
POCATELLO – Two Idaho State University researchers, Phil Homan and Laura Woodworth-Ney, were interviewed for the Idaho Public Television program “Taking the Reins” that will air on Idaho Experience at 8:30 p.m. May 24.
POCATELLO— Nine students from Sho-Ban Jr./Sr. High School successful completed their first semester of on-campus dual-enrollment courses at Idaho State University.
ISU Career Path Internship Supervisor of the Semester is Michelle Andrews
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Career Path Intern Supervisor of the Semester is Michelle Andrews, the managing director of the Molecular Research Core Facility located on ISU’s Pocatello campus.
POCATELLO — Six future teachers received $500 Jakers Education Appreciation Awards thanks to a social media campaign sponsored by the Idaho State University College of Education and Jakers Bar and Grill.
ISU College of Business graduates its first Master of Taxation class
POCATELLO – After launching its new Master of Taxation (MTax) program in fall 2017, the Idaho State University College of Business graduated its first class in this discipline on May 4.
POCATELLO – This year’s International Idaho State University Collegiate Business Strategy Competition (ICBSC) team returned from its competition in Anaheim, California with a second-place trophy for Overall Performance.
BOISE—When 51-year-old Carmen French walked across the stage to receive her diploma May 7 at Idaho State University’s commencement in Boise, one thought was racing through her mind.
Idaho State University confers record number of degrees in Treasure Valley at May 7 commencement
BOISE—Idaho State University awarded a record number of degrees in the Treasure Valley at commencement May 7 at the Boise Centre, and counseling student Carmen French was recognized as the top honoree for the 2018 ISU-Meridian Student Excellence Award.
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Idaho Museum of Natural History will loan a large, prehistoric bison skull to the Mammoth Site of Hot Springs, South Dakota on May 12-13.
ISU Career Path Intern of the Month is Zack Smith
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Career Path Intern of the Month is Zack Smith, a senior who is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
Idaho State University confers 2,566 degrees and certificates at 2018 commencement on May 5
POCATELLO – A total of 2,427 graduates received 2,566 degrees and certificates during Idaho State University’s spring commencement ceremonies held May 5 in Holt Arena where graduates were encouraged to continue their quests for knowledge and to appreciate those who helped them succeed.
POCATELLO – The Alpha Phi Chapter of Pi Sigma Alpha at Idaho State University will induct Ninth Circuit Court Judge N. Randy Smith at 7 p.m. Friday, May 4, during the Department of Political Science Graduation Celebration at the Rendezvous Center ABC Suites.
College of Pharmacy at Idaho State University graduates eight members of same family
POCATELLO - You might say pharmacy runs in the family at Idaho State University. When ISU commencement concludes this Saturday, a total of eight members from one local family will be part of ISU’s College of Pharmacy alumni roster.
ISU graduate student Camerin Passey “excited” to make mark on world
POCATELLO – Idaho State University Doctor of Pharmacy graduate student Camerin Passey is excited for many things after graduation, but the first that comes to mind is supporting his growing family.
POCATELLO – In 2016, Jillian Christiansen graduated with her high school diploma from Renaissance High School, in Meridian, and her Associate of Arts degree from Idaho State University. Christiansen is one of many students who have participated in ISU’s dual-enrollment program at Renaissance High School. She will graduate in May with two bachelor’s degrees, one in political science and one in international studies.
POCATELLO - The overuse of opioids is an area of significant concern for a multitude of organizations and agencies across the state of Idaho, the United States, and even the world. Those in the healthcare professions at Idaho State University (ISU) are working to be a part of the solution by conducting research, making changes to their curriculum, and encouraging partnerships with other groups who are working toward the same goal: combating the ever growing opioid epidemic.
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Department of English and Philosophy is pleased to announce that professor Brian Attebery has been selected to serve as Leverhulme Visiting Professor at the University of Glasgow during spring semester 2019.
ISU Graduates March through the Arch May 4
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University 2018 Graduate Salute March through the Arch will be held beginning at noon May 4 at the Swanson Arch located on the ISU Pocatello campus between Frazier Hall and the Physical Sciences Building.
Non-traditional student Holly Powell returns to school after two decades, will walk at commencement
POCATELLO – Holly Powell, a standout first-generation, non-traditional student in the Idaho State University College of Business, has been honored as the Outstanding Business Student for the Master of Business Administration program.
ISU graduate Lynette Dixey to celebrate with degree 32 years after started
POCATELLO – In 1984, Lynette Dixey graduated from Blackfoot High School and packed up her things and moved to Glendive, Montana, to play basketball at Dawson Community College. But Dixey did not graduate with a degree from Dawson, she returned home to give birth to her daughter. This May, 33 years after starting at Dawson Community College, Dixey will walk across the stage at graduation with a bachelor’s degree in political science from Idaho State University.
ISU Women’s Club annual “Salad Bar” lunch to be held on May 19
POCATELLO – Idaho State University Women’s Club will host its annual “Salad Bar” lunch on May 19 at 11 a.m. at the Mandarin House in the Banquet Room, 675 Yellowstone Ave.
Idaho Museum of Natural History fundraising for science camps during Idaho Gives
POCATELLO – The Idaho Museum of Natural History on Idaho State University Pocatello campus has a full line-up of “Building Young Scientists” camps and activities this summer for K-12-grade students and will host an Idaho Gives 24-hour fundraising event on May 3 to help fund these programs.
Three Idaho State University faculty members honored as 2018 Distinguished Faculty
POCATELLO – Three Idaho State University faculty will be honored as Distinguished Faculty at ISU Commencement on May 5 in the Holt Arena. The recipients are Glenda Carr, Andy Holland and Michele Brumley.
2018 Benny Award winners announced
POCATELLO — Ten Idaho State University students, faculty members and organizations were honored with Benny Awards for their spirit, hard work and positive impact on the University by the Associated Students of Idaho State University and the Office of Student Affairs. The Benny Award winners were honored this week at a banquet held in the Pond Student Union. Below is the full list of winners.
BOISE—Idaho State University will award a record number of degrees in the Treasure Valley at commencement May 7—with 315 students eligible for degrees, including 73 Renaissance High School students who will receive associate degrees in general studies through a partnership with ISU and the West Ada School District. The ceremony begins at 6 p.m. at the Boise Centre, 850 W. Front St.
World-renowned sitar artist Reshma Srivastava to perform free concert May 1 in Pocatello
POCATELLO – World-renowned sitar artist Reshma Srivastava will perform a free concert at 7:30 p.m. May 1 at the Pocatello First Presbyterian Church, 202 S. Seventh Ave.
Farewell Reception for Idaho State University President Arthur Vailas set May 2
POCATELLO – A Farewell Reception for Idaho State University President Arthur C. Vailas will be held from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. May 2, with remarks at 5:30 p.m., at the L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center.
Idaho State University will confer 2,566 degrees and certificates at 2018 commencement on May 5
POCATELLO – A total of 2,427 graduates will receive 2,566 degrees and certificates during Idaho State University’s spring commencement ceremonies, which will begin at 10 a.m. May 5 in Holt Arena. One hundred thirty-two students will receive multiple certificates and/or degrees
College of Business hosts Jefferson Elementary School fifth graders for a day at ISU
POCATELLO – For the fourth year in a row, the Idaho State University College of Business hosted the fifth-grade classes of Pocatello’s Jefferson Elementary School for a day at ISU.
ISU-Meridian nursing students test skills in mock disaster
MERIDIAN—Here’s the scenario. Nurses are attending a professional conference at Idaho State University-Meridian when an airplane crashes on busy I-84 next to campus. The scene is chaotic—shrapnel and debris are scattered everywhere, survivors are trying to flee the fire and fumes. Dozens are injured, some critically.
Idaho State University forensic anthropologists, law enforcement team up for forensic training
POCATELLO – The orange and black carrion beetle relieved itself on Christian Petersen’s hand and flew off.
ISU Dental Hygiene Clinic currently accepting appointments
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Dental Hygiene Clinic is currently accepting appointments for teeth cleanings, teeth whitening, fillings and other preventative services.
ISU student business team competes in international strategy competition in California
POCATELLO – A team of six Masters of Business Administration students at Idaho State University’s College of Business will travel to Anaheim, California, this week to compete in the 54th annual International Collegiate Business Strategy Competition (ICBSC).
Idaho State University faculty member David Martin honored with Distinguished Service Award
POCATELLO - Idaho State University’s David Martin has been awarded the Idaho Academy of Physician Assistants’ (IAPA) Distinguished Service award.
Idaho State University Fulbright Grant winner Caitlin Vitale-Sullivan to study folk music in Sweden
POCATELLO – Growing up, Caitlin Vitale-Sullivan always had an interest in music, as she was classically trained in violin for 12 years. It wasn’t until Vitale-Sullivan went to Norway as a Rotary Exchange student that she became interested in the varying types of folk music around the world.
ISU has awarded $14 million to new incoming fall 2018 freshman Idaho students
POCATELLO – Idaho State University is giving more than $14 million in Idaho Resident four-year recruitment, Step Ahead and Honors Scholarships to more than 2,500 new, incoming Idaho students who are admitted to enter ISU fall 2018.
Jared Cantrell named Idaho State University 2017-18 Student Employee of the Year
POCATELLO — Jared Cantrell, a senior Idaho State University Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering employee has received the ISU 2017-2018 Student Employee of the Year Scholarship and a $2,000 scholarship from the ISU Career Center and Scholarship Office.
MERIDIAN - Whether you are a collegiate athlete or a dairy cow, there is no substitute for good nutrition. Both Natalie Christensen, registered dietitian and Michael Siegersma, dairy farmer, took a considerable amount of time to highlight the importance of a healthy, balanced diet, for both humans and Holsteins, during a recent trip to Eagle Ridge Dairy near Kuna. Even Idaho State University’s mascot, Benny the Bengal, came along to spend some time down on the farm.
ISU Phi Kappa Phi awards “Let the Love of Learning Rule Humanity” Scholarship to Paula Arinze
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi has awarded the “Let the Love of Learning Rule Humanity” fall 2018 scholarship to Paula Arinze.
Heaten Oakes named Idaho State University April 2018 CPI of the month
POCATELLO — Heaten Oakes, Boise native and senior pursuing a degree in microbiology, has been recognized as the Idaho State University April 2018 Career Path Intern of the Month by the ISU Career Center
ISU physics presents “Electriphying Physics” April 28
POCATELLO — The Idaho State University Department of Physics and the Society of Physics Students at ISU will present their “Electriphying Physics” demonstration on Saturday, April 28, 4-5:30 p.m. in Room 140 of the Physical Sciences Building.
Idaho State University student pharmacists receive multiple national awards
POCATELLO - The Idaho State University College of Pharmacy student organization has received three of the American Pharmacists Association’s (APhA) highest annual awards.
Eleven Idaho State University alumni honored with 2018 Professional Achievement Awards
POCATELLO – Eleven Idaho State University alumni will be honored with ISU 2018 Professional Achievement Awards at ISU Commencement exercises on Saturday, May 5, in Holt Arena.
ISU Oboler Library to host reception for Scientific Art Exhibit on April 18
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Oboler Library will host a community reception for the Scientific Art Exhibit on April 18 at 6 p.m.
ISU Civic Concert Band and Wind Ensemble to present final concert of semester on April 21
POCATELLO – On April 21 at 7:30 p.m., the Idaho State University Civic Concert Band and Wind Ensemble will present their final concert of the semester in the L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center’s Jensen Grand Concert Hall.
Japan Club presentation on Bushido and martial arts set April 19
POCATELLO — Idaho State University’s Japan Club will present on two traditional aspects of Japanese culture, Bushido and martial arts, on Thursday, April 19, 6-7:30 p.m. in the North Fork Room on the third floor of the Pond Student Union.
ISU Choirs Spring Concert set April 20
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Choirs Spring Concert will take place on April 20 at 7:30 p.m. in the L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center Joseph C. and Cheryl H. Jensen Grand Concert Hall.
ISU Veteran and Military Appreciation Week events set April 16-20; Military Ball April 27
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Veteran Student Services Center will host Veteran and Military Appreciation Week events from April 16 to April 20 and host a Military Ball April 27.
Fulbright grant informational panel and discussion to be held April 27
POCATELLO – Idaho State University will host a Fulbright grant panel and discussion on April 27 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the Pond Student Union Clearwater Room.
ISU’s Women’s Club Jayne Schubert Scholarship Brunch to be held April 28
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Women’s Club will host the Jayne Schubert Scholarship Brunch to honor three scholarship recipients on April 28 from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Stephens Performing Arts Center.
Idaho State University 2018 Outstanding Student Award recipients announced
POCATELLO – Idaho State University and the ISU Alumni Association proudly announce the 2018 Outstanding Student Award recipients who will be honored at Spring Commencement on Saturday, May 5, in Holt Arena.
POCATELLO – “Navigating Idaho’s Opioid Epidemic: A Holistic Approach” is the theme of the 2018 Idaho State University Kasiska Division of Health Sciences annual Research Day set April 20, 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., in Pocatello and Meridian.
ISU Dance Program to participate in third annual National Water Dance
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s dance program will participate in the third annual National Water Dance on April 14 at 4 p.m. at the Portneuf Wellness Complex. The event is free and open to the public, and will also be livestreamed on ISU Dance Program’s Facebook page.
KENDRICK – After living without pharmacy services for three years, residents in the rural towns of Kendrick and Juliaetta now have reason to celebrate. A local pharmacy has now returned to the area, through a partnership with Idaho State University’s Bengal Pharmacy, College of Pharmacy, and Gritman Medical Center in Moscow.
ISU students to participate in Archaeology Field School in Kimberly this May at mammoth site
POCATELLO – This May, Idaho State University anthropology students will have the opportunity to participate in the 2018 ISU Archaeology Field School. Students will spend four weeks in Kimberly, Idaho, at the Olsen Mammoth Site looking for the remains of a Columbian Mammoth.
College of Business names 2018 Outstanding Student Leader
In the opening remarks of this semester’s Idaho State University College of Business Speaker Series event, College of Business Professional Development Director and Assistant Dean John Ney announced the first Outstanding Student Leader award recipient in six years.
BLACKFOOT - Three students with their eyes on careers in the health professions have been awarded scholarships from Idaho State University’s Kasiska Division of Health Sciences.
ISU to host immigration rights attorney Melanie Gleason on April 19 for variety of events
POCATELLO — Melanie Gleason, an immigration rights attorney, will make several presentations at Idaho State University on April 19 on the theme of “From Concern to Advocacy: The Human Face of Immigration Law.”
Idaho State University’s Bengal Pharmacy will celebrate grand opening of fourth telepharmacy
KENDRICK — Bengal Pharmacy will celebrating the opening of its newest telepharmacy location in Kendrick, Idaho at an open house April 5.
Idaho State University College of Science and Engineering names Scott Snyder as new dean
POCATELLO – Idaho State University has named Scott Snyder as the new dean for the College of Science and Engineering. Snyder, who is currently the associate vice chancellor for research and creative activity for the University of Nebraska Omaha, will begin his duties on June 29.
POCATELLO - Attendees of the 2018 Idaho State University Health Fair highlight the wealth of information they received, and interaction between health professionals as just two reasons they enjoyed this year’s Health Fair.
Five Idaho State University faculty members honored as 2018 Outstanding Master Teachers
POCATELLO – Five Idaho State University faculty members have been chosen to receive 2018 Outstanding Master Teacher Awards. They will be honored at a reception April 10 and one will be selected for the ISU Distinguished Teacher Award and will be recognized at commencement on May 5.
Five Idaho State University faculty members to receive 2018 Outstanding Service Awards
POCATELLO – Five Idaho State University faculty members have been chosen to receive 2018 Outstanding Service Awards. They will be honored at a reception held on April 10 and one will be chosen for the 2018 Distinguished Service Award and will be recognized at Pocatello commencement on May 5.
Five Idaho State University faculty members honored with 2018 Outstanding Researcher Awards
POCATELLO – Five Idaho State University faculty members have received 2018 Outstanding Researcher Awards and will be honored at a reception on April 10. One Outstanding Researcher will receive the 2018 ISU Distinguished Researcher Award. The winner will be announced at ISU commencement on May 5.
ISU to host Easter egg hunts on April 1 and April 2
POCATELLO – Two free Easter egg hunts will be held at Idaho State University on April 1 and April 2 that are open to the campus community and the public.
'Historic Pocatello: People and Places' conference set April 28 at Idaho State University
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Department of History and the Pocatello Historic Preservation Commission will present the “Historic Pocatello: People and Places” conference on April 28 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Pond Student Union Wood River Room.
ISU Physics Professor Steven Shropshire awarded STEM Professional of the Year
POCATELLO – The 2018 inaugural STEM Professional of the Year Award was presented to Idaho State University physics Professor Steven L. Shropshire on behalf of the engineering programs at ISU and the Eastern Idaho Engineering Council (EIEC).
ISU to hold 13th Intermountain Gender and Sexuality Conference April 12-13
POCATELLO – More than 35 presenters from across the western United States will present at Idaho State University’s 13th Intermountain Gender and Sexuality Conference on April 12 and 13. The conference will begin at 1 p.m. on April 12 and 9 a.m. on April 13. Events will be held in the Rendezvous Complex Suites A and B.
ISU College of Arts and Letters dual-enrollment pilot program shows success in second semester
POCATELLO -- Idaho State University’s College of Arts and Letters started its on-campus dual-enrollment pilot program in the fall of 2017 and has almost tripled the program’s size from 10 students to 29 in just one semester.
ISU-Meridian offers free hearing screenings April 11
MERIDIAN—Get your hearing screened for free April 11 at Idaho State University’s Speech and Language Clinic, 1311 E. Central Drive.
Interested students invited to Lunch with the College of Business to explore majors
POCATELLO – The College of Business at Idaho State University will host an informational Lunch with the College of Business event for all students who are interested in learning more about its programs on April 10 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Pond Student Union Wood River Rooms.
ISU Japan Club to host presentation Shinto and Japanese Manners
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Japan Club will host the presentation Shinto and Japanese Manners on April 5 at 6 p.m. in the Rendezvous Complex, Room A.
POCATELLO – Camie Parsons, a current, nontraditional Idaho State University chemistry master’s student, never imagined that being a cosmetologist would prompt her to go back to college to study chemistry. She’s now a single mother to four kids, completing graduate school and starting a business based off her cosmetology and chemistry background.
Idaho State University welcomes seven Family Medicine Residency interns
POCATELLO – Each year, the Idaho State University Family Medicine Residency Program graduates seven Family Medicine Physicians, and each year welcomes seven new interns to take their place.
ISU Department of Physics to host Science Olympics on March 31
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Department of Physics will host a regional Science Olympiad on March 31 from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Physical Science Building on the corner of Eighth Avenue and Carter Street on the ISU campus.
Kathryn M. Hildebrand named Idaho State University College of Education Dean
POCATELLO — Kathryn M. Hildebrand has been named Dean of the College of Education at Idaho State University.
Learn about careers in education at the annual ISU Education Career Fair on March 30
POCATELLO – Idaho State University College of Education invites all who are interested in a career in teaching to attend the annual ISU Education Career Fair March 30, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Little Wood River Room of the Pond Student Union at ISU.
ISU African Student Association to host Hakuna Matata Festival on April 28
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s African Student Association will host a Hakuna Matata Festival on April 28 at 6 p.m. in the Pond Student Union Ballroom. The festival will include different exhibits and African cultural experiences.
ISU Gender Resource Center to host Denim Day to raise awareness for sexual assault
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Gender Resource Center will host Denim Day on April 19 in support of sexual assault survivors and to make a statement against misconceptions about sexual assault. There will be speakers and a pulled pork lunch in the ISU Canoe Room in the Pond Student Union from noon to 3 p.m.
Southern rock group Marshall Tucker concert set April 11 at Idaho State University
POCATELLO – The Marshall Tucker Band leader and founder Doug Gray has fond memories about Pocatello, despite the fact the band once suffered a mishap here.
Idaho State University to present operatic version of well-known play “Our Town”
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s School of Performing Arts will present “Our Town” the Opera on April 6, 7, 12, 13 and 14 at 7:30 p.m. in the Diane and Chick Bilyeu Theatre in Frazier Hall.
Scientific art exhibit opens April 2 at Idaho State University’s Oboler Library
POCATELLO — A seldom-seen side of Idaho science will be on display at the Idaho State University Oboler Library.
ISU Bengal Women’s Softball player Kacie Burnett plans to join a different team after graduation
POCATELLO – Idaho State University senior Kacie Burnett says there isn’t much difference between playing college softball and studying nursing.
Idaho State University students win big at the Idaho Entrepreneur Challenge
POCATELLO—Idaho State University students won a total of $24,000 at the Idaho Entrepreneur Challenge in Boise last week.
Idaho State University’s Dental Hygiene Program receives full accreditation for next seven years
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Dental Hygiene Program has recently received full accreditation status from the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA).
Chubbuck, Pocatello mayors to recognize national service, including ISU AmeriCorps, on April 3 and 5
POCATELLO – The efforts of AmeriCorps members, including those from Idaho State University, who annually contribute more than 64,000 hours of service to communities throughout Idaho, will be recognized by Chubbuck Mayor Kevin England April 3, 6 p.m., Chubbuck City Hall, and by Pocatello Mayor Brian Blad, April 5, 6 p.m., Pocatello City Hall.
Idaho State University to hold Undergraduate Research Symposium on April 12
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Undergraduate Student Research Symposium will take place Thursday, April 12, in the Pond Student Union Wood River Room from 3 to 4:30 p.m.
ISU College of Arts and Letters sees continued success with Road Scholarship program
POCATELLO – In Spring 2017, Jacob Harris was a senior at Marsh Valley High School and was unsure of what his future held. He was then awarded the first Road Scholarship from Idaho State University’s College of Arts and Letters, which changed the course of his life.
Idaho State University School of Performing Arts begins Preparatory Strings Program
POCATELLO – This year the Idaho State University School of Performing Arts started the Preparatory String Program, which offers the opportunity for local community members to take private music lessons taught by ISU string students and to perform in an end-of-semester recital.
ISU “Be Advised,” “Declare Your Major” campaigns underway
POCATELLO – Idaho State University Central Academic Advising continues its “Be Advised” campaign with the additional recommendation for students to “Declare Your Major.”
ISU Graduate Research Symposium winners announced
POCATELLO — Winners from Idaho State University’s fourth annual Graduate Research Symposium have been announced.
ISU Idaho Museum of Natural History to host annual Science Trek sleep over
POCATELLO – The Idaho Museum of Natural History at Idaho State University will host the 29th annual Science Trek Sleep Over for third- through fifth-graders on April 27.
Reckless Kelly to perform at ISU’s A Season of Note
POCATELLO — Country rock band Reckless Kelly is slated to perform at Idaho State University’s A Season of Note concert series on Saturday, April 14, at 7:30 p.m. in the Jensen Grand Concert Hall, located in the Stephens Performing Arts Center.
Idaho State University student loan default rates below national average
POCATELLO — Idaho State University’s cohort student loan default rate has dropped from 15 percent to 7.4 percent over the last four years.
ISU Gender Resource Center to host “The Battle Continues,” a look at women’s rights, on April 2
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Gender Resource Center will host “The Battle Continues,” a look back at the “Battle of the Sexes” and women’s rights from the 1970s to today, on April 2 from 3 to 5:30 p.m. in the Wood and Little Wood River Rooms in the Pond Student Union.
Idaho State University Breaking Boundary Award nominations open for ISU athletes
POCATELLO – Idaho State University is seeking nominations for its Breaking Boundary Awards for student athletes that will be awarded at the Bennion Banquet on April 24.
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Bengal Bridge will continue to accept applications for summer 2018 until April 15. Bengal Bridge is a seven-week summer college semester for recently graduated high school seniors. Students have the opportunity to earn 9-10 college credits towards their degree for $585 instead of the regular tuition price of $3,583.
POCATELLO – Emily Morley, an Idaho State University chemistry student, has always been interested in science. But, it wasn’t until she was a freshman at ISU that she got involved in chemistry-based research and realized chemistry was her passion.
Idaho State University water quality workshop attracting experts from around the world
POCATELLO – Experts from Europe, throughout the United States, Idaho State University and Idaho will gather at ISU for a three-day Concentration Discharge Workshop March 12-14 focused on improving the science of water quality.
Idaho State University sending six student groups to the Idaho Entrepreneur Challenge
POCATELLO—Idaho State University is sending six finalist teams to the Idaho Entrepreneur Challenge next week at Boise State University on March 15-16.
Grammy Award winning singer Kathy Mattea excited about Pocatello concert at ISU
POCATELLO – She’s performed in all 50 states over the last 20-plus years and Grammy Award-winning singer Kathy Mattea will be back in Idaho to perform The Acoustic Living Room concert with her longtime collaborator and guitarist Bill Cooley on March 17 at Idaho State University.
Idaho principals share their thoughts on teacher evaluation
An Idaho State University study completed in 2017 revealed perceptions held by Idaho principals about the statewide teacher evaluation program implemented in 2015. Noteworthy findings included that principals believe the evaluation program helps them identify both good and poor teachers, helped inform the professional development needs of their teachers, and that they are adequately trained and knowledgeable about how to properly conduct teacher evaluation according to state guidelines.
Idaho State University student veteran Christopher Albano makes mark in ISU Robotics Program
POCATELLO – Not many people can say that they are a veteran, a robotics student, an active club member, a husband, a father and a mentor to elementary students. Idaho State University Student Christopher Albano is an exception.
ISU alumnus Chris Carlson pens new book on Hells Canyon
POCATELLO – Idaho State University alumnus and 2017 Professional Achievement Award winner Chris Carlson has written a new book “Hells Heroes: How an unlikely alliance saved Idaho’s Hells Canyon” that will be available in April.
ISU’s Division of Health Sciences hires Lee Ann Hancock as marketing and communications director
POCATELLO—Lee Ann Hancock is the new director of marketing and communications for Idaho State University’s Kasiska Division of Health Sciences and College of Pharmacy.
ISU’s March Career Path Intern of the Month is Paula Arinze
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Career Path Intern of the Month is Paula Arinze, an intern with the Sports Science and Physical Education (SSPE) Department since fall 2017.
ISU Physics Program to host Pi Day Physics and free pie at Pine Ridge Mall
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Physics Program will host Pi Day Physics at Pine Ridge Mall in Chubbuck on Wednesday, March 14, from 5 to 7 p.m. for interactive science challenges and demonstrations and a chance for participants to eat a free slice of pie.
MERIDIAN—Basic physical and dental exams and testing for blood sugar levels and cholesterol are included in free services offered at a community health screeningThursday, March 15, 4-7 p.m., at the Sam and Aline Skaggs Health Science Center at Idaho State University-Meridian, 1311 E. Central Drive.
POCATELLO – Idaho State University Department of Chemistry researchers are using thermal imaging – and a lot of complicated math formulas – to develop a nondestructive means of recovering defaced or scraped serial numbers from stolen items such as guns or vehicles.
Idaho State University presidential applicant Ricardo Azziz withdraws
POCATELLO – Idaho State University presidential finalist Ricardo Azziz, M.D., has withdrawn his application and the search will continue with the four remaining finalists.
POCATELLO– On Thursday, March 29, Dr. Fahim Rahim, nephrologist and co-founder of the Idaho Kidney Institute, will speak on behalf of the Idaho State University College of Business’s Wells Fargo Speaker Series.
Idaho State University names Anita Smith as dean of School of Nursing
POCATELLO – Anita Smith, Ph.D., is slated to become the new dean of Idaho State University’s School of Nursing.
ISU to host fifth annual Hispanic Healthcare and Technology Careers Conference on March 3
POCATELLO – The fifth annual Hispanic Healthcare and Technology Careers Conference will be held on March 3 in the Idaho State University Pond Student Union.
POCATELLO – Kathy Mattea will bring her performance of “The Acoustic Living Room Songs and Stories” to the Idaho State University Stephens Performing Art Center on March 17 at 7:30 p.m.
ISU’s Healthy Bengal Coalition has designated March as Opioid Awareness Month
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Healthy Bengal Coalition has designated March as “Opioid Awareness Month” and is offering three seminars to promote awareness and education about the opioid crisis.
ISU music faculty members Geoffrey Friedley and Kori Bond to perform Schubert’s “Winterreise”
POCATELLO – On March 3 at 7:30 p.m., Idaho State University music faculty members Geoffrey Friedley, tenor, and Kori Bond, pianist, will perform Franz Schubert’s “Winterreise” in ISU’s Goranson Hall.
ISU Choirs to present Mid-Winter Concert, 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 2
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Department of Music will present the ISU Choirs Mid-Winter Concert on Friday, March 2 at 7:30 p.m. in Jensen Grand Concert Hall in the Stephens Performing Arts Center on the ISU campus.
ISU-Meridian's Noah Harper to speak on Capitol Hill
MERIDIAN—Idaho State University-Meridian’s Noah Harper will travel to Washington, D.C., March 7-9 to participate in the Federation of American Societies for Experiential Biology’s annual Capitol Hill Day.
ISU names Rachel Azzarito new emergency services education coordinator
MERIDIAN—Rachel Azzarito is Idaho State University’s new education coordinator for the Emergency Services Department.
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s College of Arts and Letters raised more than $65,000 in revenue at its fifth annual New Year’s Eve Gala and saw record attendance. After expenses, the remaining proceeds will benefit College of Arts and Letters students.
Discover Opportunity: ISU Day at the Capitol set for Feb. 28
BOISE – Learn about education opportunities at Idaho State University at ISU Day at the Capitol on Wednesday, Feb. 28.
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s highly successful and lauded Family Medicine Residency Program continues to answer Idaho’s physician shortage and has plans for expansion, which includes a rural training track in Rexburg that could begin in 2019.
ISU’s Hispanic Awareness Leadership Organization to host Festival De HALO on Feb. 24
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Hispanic Awareness Leadership Organization (HALO) will host Festival De HALO on Feb. 24 at 7 p.m. in the Pond Student Union Ballroom.
32nd annual Bellon Visiting Author Series to feature award-winning author Kashmira Sheth March 5-7
POCATELLO – Idaho State University College of Education and The Southeast Idaho Reading Council will host the 32nd Bellon Visiting Author Series March 5-7 with featured author/illustrator Kashmira Sheth.
Poet Rudy Francisco to perform Feb. 21 at ISU Pond Student Union
POCATELLO — Renowned spoken word poet Rudy Francisco will perform at Idaho State University Feb. 21 in the Pond Student Union Wood River Room.
Idaho Museum of Natural History to honor William Akersten at March 3 Masquerade Benefit
POCATELLO – The Idaho Museum of Natural History on the Idaho State University campus will honor former curator William (Bill) A. Akersten at the Museum Masquerade Benefit on March 3.
ISU to host second annual Positive Body Image Symposium on March 5 and 6
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Gender Resource Center will host a Positive Body Image Symposium on March 5 and 6 in the Rendezvous Complex Suites.
POCATELLO—The College of Arts and Letters at Idaho State University will host a book publishing seminar titled “How to Publish with a University Press: Everything You Need to Know from Draft to Contract” with Utah State University Press on Feb. 23 from 3 to 5 p.m. in Rendezvous Suite B.
ISU Wind Ensemble and Civic Concert Band set to perform on Feb. 23
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Wind Ensemble and Civic Concert Band will present their first concert of the semester on Feb. 23 at 7:30 p.m. in the Jensen Grand Concert Hall in the Stephens Performing Arts Center on the ISU campus.
POCATELLO – An article written by an Idaho State University online master’s program dental hygiene student Victoria Martin and ISU faculty on her thesis committee was named one of 10 of the Most Notable Articles of 2017 published in Journal of Dental Education.
POCATELLO – Idaho State University Associate Professor Shu-Chuan “Grace” Chen has received a distinguished fellowship from the government of Taiwan to serve a one-year sabbatical at the National Chung Hsing University in Taiwan to help support the development of bioinformatics.
Tickets for Idaho State University Marshall Tucker Band go on sale Feb. 16; concert set April 11
POCATELLO – Tickets go on sale Feb. 16 for the Idaho State University “A Season of Note” Marshall Tucker Band concert set at 7:30 p.m. April 11 in the Stephens Performing Arts Center Jensen Grand Concert Hall.
POCATELLO – The newly formed Idaho International Information System Security Certification Consortium or Idaho (ISC) ² Chapter is recruiting members and will have its first meeting Feb. 13 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the Idaho State University College of Business.
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s International Affairs Council will host the 47th annual Frank Church Symposium on March 1 and 2 on ISU’s campus. The theme for this year’s Symposium is “U.S. Foreign Policy in the 21st Century.” Speakers will discuss international affairs, global governance, law and the political economy.
Idaho State University 12th annual Nepalese Night set Feb. 17
POCATELLO – The 12th annual Idaho State University Nepalese Night will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Feb. 17 in the Pond Student Union Ballroom.
ISU to host 'Problems with Plastic' film and panel discussion on Feb. 22
POCATELLO – Idaho State University will host Problems with Plastic: Film and Panel Discussion on Feb. 22 at 7 p.m. in the Pond Student Union Wood River Room.
POCATELLO – The honor for a winning prestigious research award was nice, but Idaho State University geosciences doctoral degree candidate Caitlin Rushlow enjoyed her time in the field in Arctic Alaska doing her research even better.
Idaho State University Public Safety receives reaccreditation by Idaho Chiefs of Police Association
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Department of Public Safety has been reaccredited by the Idaho Chiefs of Police Association.
Idaho State University Health Fair set March 15-16, blood draws start March 1
POCATELLO – The 2018 Idaho State University Health Fair March 15 and 16 will offer numerous free and reduced-cost health screening services, health information booths and family-friendly activities for the entire community.
Finalists named in Idaho State University presidential search
The Idaho State Board of Education has announced that five finalists have been named from a list of 72 candidates who applied to become Idaho State University’s next president. The finalists were selected from a list of 10 semifinalists interviewed earlier this week by the ISU Presidential Search Committee.
Classic cowboy quartet Riders in The Sky to perform Feb. 28 at ISU Stephens Performing Arts Center
POCATELLO – Riders in the Sky will perform at Idaho State University’s Stephens Performing Arts Center in the Joseph C. and Cheryl H. Jensen Grand Concert Hall on Feb. 28 at 7:30 p.m. as part of ISU’s “A Season of Note.”
Idaho State University Career Fair set Feb. 21
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Career Center will host the Spring Career Fair Feb. 21 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Pond Student Union Ballroom.
Idaho State University to host candlelight vigil Feb. 10 to honor Jon Huntsman, Sr.
POCATELLO ‑Idaho State University will host a candlelight vigil Saturday, Feb. 10 to honor the late Jon Huntsman, Sr.
ISU to host Middle Eastern Women in America panel discussion on Feb. 22
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Gender Resource Center will host the “Middle Eastern Women in America: Challenges, Experiences and Media” panel discussion on Feb. 22 from 4 to 5 p.m. in the Rendezvous Complex Suites A-C.
ISU Positive Body Image Symposium features presentation by founders of Beauty Redefined
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Gender Resource Center will host Lexie and Lindsay Kite, the founders of Beauty Redefined, as keynote speakers for Positive Body Image Symposium, on March 5 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. in the Rendezvous Complex Suites A-C.
Saroj Lamichhane named ISU’s February Career Path Intern of the Month
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s February Career Path Intern of the Month is Saroj Lamichhane, an intern with Continuing Education and Workforce Training.
Alan Johnson is new Fulbright Program Advisor for Idaho State University
POCATELLO – English Professor Alan Johnson, who grew up in India and has served two Fulbright scholarships, is Idaho State University’s new Fulbright Program Advisor.
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Clinical Psychology doctoral program is ranked the fourth best in the United States by BestCounselingDegrees.net.
Idaho State University School of Performing Arts to present 'Stop Kiss'
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s School of Performing Arts will present “Stop Kiss,” a provoking piece by American playwright Diana Son, on Feb. 9, 10, 15, 16 and 17 at 7:30 p.m. in the L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center Black Box Theatre.
Celebrate Idaho State event Feb. 13 features more than 100 interactive booths
POCATELLO — Families will be able to make their own slime, learn about different languages, play with robots and much more at the eighth annual Celebrate Idaho State event Feb. 13 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Idaho State University Pond Student Union.
ISU Department of Art to host fifth annual Art a la Carte event
POCATELLO -- Idaho State University’s Department of Art will hold its fifth annual Art a la Carte event on Feb. 15 from 5 to 8 p.m. to help raise money for student scholarships and visiting artists.
ISU students to perform with Los Angeles-based multi-woodwind performer Vinny Golia
POCATELLO – Idaho State University music students will have the opportunity to perform alongside jazz saxophone legend Vinny Golia on Feb. 15 at 7:30 p.m. in Goranson Hall.
Idaho Museum of Natural History to host masquerade benefit March 3
POCATELLO - The Idaho Museum of Natural History at Idaho State University will host and celebrate the third annual Museum Masquerade Benefit on beginning at 5:30 p.m. March 3 at the Juniper Hills Country Club in Pocatello.
POCATELLO – The Student Acquisition and Cultural Assimilation Association (SACAA) student organization has been formed at Idaho State University to help international and nonresident students acclimate to Pocatello and ISU.
Idaho State University Oboler Library hosts “Idaho Booker’s Dozen” exhibit
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Oboler Library will host the “Idaho Booker’s Dozen,” a 2017-18 traveling book arts exhibit, during February at the art hallway on the First Floor.
BOISE – Basic physical and dental exams and testing for blood sugar levels and cholesterol are included in free services offered at a community health screening Thursday, Feb. 15, 4-7 p.m., at the Whitney United Methodist Church, 3309 W. Overland Road.
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Corey Schou has served the last year on the nine-member CompTIA Advisory Council on Cybersecurity, which was formed last January to address many of the most pressing cybersecurity concerns facing businesses and government.
POCATELLO– The Idaho State University College of Business is now accepting applications for the state’s first Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) program, scheduled to begin August 2018.
POCATELLO – The Idaho State-Civic Symphony will celebrate Valentine’s Day on Friday, Feb. 9, by offering a preconcert dinner at 5:30 p.m. before the Symphony’s performance at 7 p.m. at the L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center.
Idaho State University Chinese Night 2018 Feb. 19 celebrating the Year of the Dog
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Chinese Students Association will celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year at ISU Chinese Night 2018 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Feb. 19, President’s Day in the Pond Student Union Ballroom.
POCATELLO – After corresponding with wives of current and former NFL players, Idaho State University researcher Caroline Faure has concluded that concussion is likely underreported in the NFL and that the wives and families of concussed and potentially concussed players could use more support.
TRIO accepting applications for McNair Scholars Program; deadline is Feb. 16
POCATELLO – Idaho State University is looking for applicants for the TRIO McNair Scholars Program, which connects undergraduate students with research opportunities that prepare them for graduate school.
Lend us your ears: Idaho State University researchers conducting hearing study
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders is looking for research participants between the ages of 8 and 9 to have hearing and auditory processing done from January to December.
ISU visiting writer Matthew Babcock to read, lead workshop Feb. 7-8
POCATELLO — Idaho State University’s Creative Writing Program will host award-winning author Matthew James Babcock, a professor at BYU-Idaho who writes about the Rocky Mountain West in a variety of genres, on Feb. 7 and 8 in Pocatello.
ISU Dental Hygiene Clinic is accepting appointments
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Dental Hygiene Clinic is currently accepting appointments for teeth cleanings, teeth whitening, fillings, exams, x-rays, fluoride applications, root cleanings and other preventative services.
ISU’S Rupp Debate team to host winter public debate Feb. 6
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Rupp Debate Team will host its winter public debate on Feb. 6 at 6 p.m. in the Pond Student Union Salmon River Suites.
ISU Oboler Library artist reception for Victoria Zalatoris set Feb. 1
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Oboler Library will have a public reception for artist Victoria Zalatoris on Feb. 1 from 4:30 to 6 p.m.
Idaho State University-Meridian to offer discounted blood screening services Feb. 8-9
MERIDIAN—The Idaho State University Bengal Lab will offer blood-draw services from 7 a.m. to noon, Feb. 8-9, in room 679 of the Sam and Aline Skaggs Health Science Center at ISU-Meridian, 1311 E. Central Drive.
Idaho State University renames Meridian Health Science Center in honor of Sam and Aline Skaggs
MERIDIAN – Idaho State University has renamed its Meridian health science complex in honor of Sam and Aline Skaggs whose decade of financial support has helped grow the Meridian campus and provide advanced health professions education for hundreds of students and working professionals in the Treasure Valley.
POCATELLO – Idaho State University will host the 31st annual Jazz Fest on Feb. 9 and 10 featuring the Oakland-based funk band Howard Wiley & Extra Nappy.
ISU College of Business to begin annual Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program
POCATELLO – Students in the Idaho State University College of Business accounting programs will once again offer the community and fellow students the opportunity to have their taxes filed for free as part of the IRS’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program.
POCATELLO – The National Science Foundation's CyberCorps: Scholarship for Service (SFS) program announced that Idaho State University alum Steven Hernandez is one of three of the program’s inaugural class of Hall of Fame recipients, who are being recognized for making outstanding contributions to cybersecurity.
Midtown Men excited about singing 60s’ hits at Feb. 3 Stephens Center Concert
POCATELLO – The Midtown Men’s Michael Longoria guarantees that concert goers hearing his group’s renditions of hits from the 1960s are “going to want to dance and want to sing” at the group’s Feb. 3 concert in the Stephens Performing Art Center beginning at 7:30 p.m.
Idaho State University names Marvin Schulte new chair in College of Pharmacy
POCATELLO – Marvin K. Schulte is the new chair of the Department of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences in Idaho State University’s College of Pharmacy.
Snake River High School and Idaho State University to host third annual community health fair
BLACKFOOT – The health fair is Thursday, Jan. 25 from 6-8:30 p.m. at Snake River High School, 922 W. Highway 39, and it is free.
Idaho State University International Students Association to host International Night on Feb. 3.
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s International Students Association will host International Night on Feb. 3 at 6 p.m. in the Pond Student Union Ballroom.
Lyn Redington named Idaho State University vice president for student affairs
POCATELLO -- Lyn Redington has been named Idaho State University’s vice president for student affairs.
ISU Professor Cindy Seiger honored at 10-Year celebration of Pocatello Fit and Fall Proof program
POCATELLO – It’s all about “using it or losing it” and one participant said he was able to “skate and ski” with his grandsons because of it. The Pocatello Senior Activity Center’s Fit and Fall Proof program celebrated its 10-year anniversary, Tuesday, Jan 16. Idaho State University’s Cindy Seiger, associate professor of physical therapy, was recognized at event because of her involvement with the program.
ISU engineering students holding fundraiser Jan. 20 to build 4-wheeled assistive vehicle
POCATELLO – A “Fundraiser for Outdoor Independence” featuring three bands and food to raise funds for Idaho State University students to build an electric adaptive assistive quadra-cycle will be held from 6 p.m. to midnight on Jan. 20 at Portneuf Valley Brewing in Pocatello.
‘Metabolism of many rivers’ topic of Minshall Lecture Jan. 25 at ISU
POCATELLO – One of the world’s leading experts in stream ecology, University of Montana Professor Robert O. Hall, will deliver the free public lecture “Metabolism of many rivers” as part of the Idaho State University G.W. Minshall Lecture Series Lecture at 4 p.m. Jan. 25 at Idaho State University.
Fishing Derby at Sportsman’s Park at American Falls Reservoir set Jan. 27
POCATELLO – A fishing derby Jan. 27 at Sportsman’s Park on the west side of American Falls Reservoir features a $500 first-place prize for the largest trout and a $100 first-place prize for perch.
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University College of Business’s Bachelor of Business Administration in Management with a Human Resource Management concentration has been acknowledged by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) as being fully aligned with its HR Curriculum Guidebook and Templates.
Idaho State University’s January CPI Intern of the Month is Joe Hughes
POCATELLO – Joe Hughes, a senior business major, has been named the Idaho State University January Career Path Intern of the Month.
ISU Sexual Assault Awareness Week is Jan. 22-27
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, ISU Housing and the Gender Resource Center will host a Sexual Assault Awareness Week Jan 22-27.
Free community hearing screenings at ISU-Meridian Health Science Center beginning Feb. 14
MERIDIAN—Get your hearing checked for free at a series of screenings starting Feb. 14 at the Speech and Language Clinic at the Idaho State University-Meridian Health Science Center, 1311 E. Central Drive.
Idaho State University’s National Girls and Women in Sports Day events set Jan. 11
POCATELLO - Idaho State University’s annual National Girls and Women in Sports Day Jan. 11 features free basketball tickets, neck gaiters and stickers for elementary-age children and presentation of the 2018 Trailblazer Award celebrating mentorship to women in sport.
ISU A Season of Note presents The Midtown Men Feb. 3 at Stephens Center
POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s A Season of Note will present The Midtown Men, which reunites stars from the Broadway hit musical “Jersey Boys: The Story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons,” at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 3 in the Stephens Performing Arts Center.
Idaho State University Martin Luther King Jr. march and program set Jan. 15
POCATELLO – The annual Idaho State University Martin Luther King Jr. march and program will be held on Jan.15 beginning at 1 p.m. at Holt Arena and ending at the L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center.