Idaho State University

Fetuses found at funeral home were university collection

September 10, 2021 GMT

POCATELLO, Idaho (AP) — Police say the remains of roughly 50 fetuses found at a Pocatello, Idaho, funeral home were part of a biological collection that Idaho State University provided to the funeral home for cremation in 2017.

Cadavers donated to Idaho State University not received

September 5, 2021 GMT

POCATELLO, Idaho (AP) — Bodies that were to be donated to Idaho State University for educational purposes have not been received by the school, officials said, as several agencies investigate the funeral home that was supposed to be facilitating the donations.

Pauline Semons Thiros’ passion, roots run deep at Idaho State

By Madison Guernsey mguernsey@journalnet.comFebruary 28, 2019 GMT

POCATELLO – Pauline Semons Thiros revealed a secret on Wednesday: she's always wanted to be the athletic director of Idaho State University.

She's as close as she's ever been to getting her shot at the permanent gig.

Idaho State University’s Career Fair set for Feb. 20

By Idaho State UniversityJanuary 24, 2019 GMT

POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Career Center will host the Career Fair Feb. 20 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Pond Student Union Ballroom.

The Career Fair focuses on helping students find full-time career positions, part-time summer employment and part-time cooperative education and internship opportunities.

ON Semiconductor increases support for ISU Department of Electrical Engineering

By Idaho State UniversityJanuary 19, 2019 GMT

POCATELLO — ON Semiconductor continues its support of, and collaboration with, the Idaho State University Department of Electrical Engineering by recently donating an industrial-grade Linux server, eight state-of-the-art computer workstations and associated design software.

ISU president implements programs to solicit campus feedback

By John O'Connell joconnell@journalnet.comJanuary 19, 2019 GMT

POCATELLO -- On his first morning as president of Idaho State University, Kevin Satterlee bought a rubber door stopper and used it to prop open the entrance of his administration office.

Satterlee later replaced the electronic keypad and buzzer system that his predecessor installed so that the door could close without locking automatically during normal business hours.

Gallery 12 group exhibit opens Jan. 7 at ISU’s Oboler Library

By Idaho State UniversityJanuary 4, 2019 GMT

POCATELLO — An exhibition of art work by Idaho Falls art collective Gallery 12 opens Jan. 7 at Idaho State University's Oboler Library, 850 S. Ninth Ave. in Pocatello.

The show runs through March 31 and can be viewed whenever the library is open; visit isu.libcal.com/hours for the library's hours.

ISU College of Business to begin annual Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program in January

By Idaho State UniversityDecember 21, 2018 GMT

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.

Bengal Debate wins in close-out tournament

By Idaho State UniversityDecember 12, 2018 GMT

POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s ISU’s Rupp Debate Society team quickly delivered a tournament-halting 12-0 winning streak, eliminating the need for semi-final rounds and resulting in a ‘close-out’ win at the Climb Online Invitational on Sunday, Dec.

Idaho State University’s Colden Baxter receives Jean’ne M. Shreeve NSF EPSCoR Research Excellence Award

By Idaho State UniversityDecember 10, 2018 GMT

POCATELLO – Colden Baxter, Idaho State University biological sciences professor, is the recipient of the 2018 Jean’ne M. Shreeve NSF EPSCoR Research Excellence Award.

Baxter received the award at the Idaho Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR) Annual Meeting in Sun Valley held Dec.

ISU Diversity Resource Center to host Diversity Brown Bags in October

By Idaho State UniversitySeptember 25, 2018 GMT

POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Diversity Resource Center will host Diversity Brown Bags on Oct. 3 and 31. Students are invited to come listen to presentations and share a lunch.

I Love ISU Scholarship Campaign exceeds goal, raises $280,285 for Idaho student scholarships

By Idaho State UniversitySeptember 14, 2018 GMT

POCATELLO — The 2018 annual I Love ISU scholarship campaign concluded Thursday, Sept. 13, raising $280,285.63 in pledges for scholarships for Idaho students.

This year’s total exceeded this year’s goal of $275,000 set for the campaign.

ISU English professor publishes book on women in Western history and literature

By Idaho State UniversityAugust 6, 2018 GMT

POCATELLO - Amanda Zink, an associate professor in Idaho State University’s Department of English and Philosophy, recently published a book exploring the history of interactions between women in the American West.

Idaho State University’s Family Medicine Residency Program graduates prepare for practice across the United States

By Idaho State UniversityJuly 6, 2018 GMT

POCATELLO - 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.

50 high school teams to participate in NCF Envirothon at Idaho State University

By NCF EnvirothonJune 29, 2018 GMT

POCATELLO - High school teams from throughout the United States, Canada and the Republic of China will soon be competing on the campus of Idaho State University at the 30th NCF Envirothon competitions.

Idaho State University-Meridian College of Pharmacy student awarded United States Public Health Service Excellence Award

By Idaho State UniversityMay 23, 2018 GMT

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.

O’Donnell, Jody Sue

Staff WriterMay 9, 2018 GMT

Jody Sue O'Donnell Sunday, May 6, 2018, marks a very sad day for family, friends, and colleagues of Jody Sue O'Donnell. Jody passed away peacefully in the presence of family and friends. She was loved by all that knew her and will be missed by many.

The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi awards “Let the Love of Learning Rule Humanity” Fall 2018 Scholarship

By Idaho State UniversityApril 20, 2018 GMT

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.

Arinze was selected from a competitive pool of applicants by three executive board members based on her academic record, letters of recommendation and an essay outlining her career goals.

ISU’s Women’s Club Jayne Schubert Scholarship Brunch to be held April 28

By Idaho State UniversityApril 12, 2018 GMT

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.

ISU to host Middle Eastern Women in America panel discussion on Feb. 22

By Idaho State UniversityFebruary 8, 2018 GMT

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.

Saroj Lamichhane named ISU’s February Career Path Intern of the Month

By Idaho State UniversityFebruary 8, 2018 GMT

POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s February Career Path Intern of the Month is Saroj Lamichhane, an intern with Continuing Education and Workforce Training.

Lamichhane has worked with Continuing Education and Workforce Training for two semesters.

ISU Clinical Psychology Program ranked fourth best in USA by Best Counseling Degrees

By Idaho State UniversityFebruary 6, 2018 GMT

POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s Clinical Psychology doctoral program is ranked the fourth best in the United States by BestCounselingDegrees.net.

“This is a great recognition of the quality of our program, including the successes of our students and hard-working faculty,” said Michele Brumley, associate professor and chair of the ISU Department of Psychology.

ISU Department of Art to host 5th annual Art a la Carte event

By Idaho State UniversityFebruary 1, 2018 GMT

POCATELLO -- Idaho State University’s Department of Art will hold its 5th 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.

The event includes a $7 chili dinner and silent art auction.

ISU Oboler Library artist reception for Victoria Zalatoris set Feb. 1

By Idaho State UniversityJanuary 25, 2018 GMT

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.

Her eclectic and colorful group of artwork done in watercolor, oil paint sticks, acrylic and alcohol inks is on display at the library through March 31.

Idaho NSF EPSCoR annual meeting hosted at ISU; Participants exploring research on how cities grow out into rural areas

By Idaho State UniversityOctober 13, 2017 GMT

POCATELLO – Researchers are discussing how mid-sized cities grow out into rural areas at the Idaho National Science Foundation EPSCoR annual meeting being hosted at Idaho State University this week.

ISU School of Performing Arts to present the Bond Sisters Piano Duo on Oct. 16

By Idaho State UniversityOctober 5, 2017 GMT

POCATELLO -- The ISU School of Performing Arts is pleased to present the Bond Sisters Piano Duo in concert performing "Music of the Americas." The concert is on Oct. 16 at 7:30 p.m. in the Joseph C.

ISU Robotics program builds functioning R2-D2 robots

By Shelbie Harris sharris@journalnet.comJuly 2, 2017 GMT

POCATELLO — What started as a senior project for a student enrolled in Idaho State University’s College of Technology Robotics program has evolved into something that many Star Wars fans have dreamed of for decades — designing and building a fully-functional R2-D2 robot.

ISU Summer Institute for Piano and Strings hosts summer camp

By ISU Summer Institute for Piano and StringsJune 16, 2017 GMT

POCATELLO - The Idaho State University Summer Institute for Piano and Strings (SIPS), a week-long summer music camp, will take place June 19-23. Pre-college students in grades 8-12 will spend the week playing in small ensembles and orchestra, and participating in classes on American Jazz Roots, Piano Literature and American Composers.

ISU’s Summer Concert Series and BBQ held Thursdays on the Quad

By Idaho State universityJune 2, 2017 GMT

POCATELLO — Idaho State University’s Summer Activities is sponsoring concerts and barbeques throughout the summer at 6 p.m. Thursdays on the Hutchinson Quadrangle

The concerts are free. The barbeques are free for ISU summer students with valid Bengal Cards and $3 for the public.

ISU will confer 2,437 degrees and certificates at 2017 Commencement on May 6

By Idaho State UniversityApril 27, 2017 GMT

POCATELLO – A total of 2,313 graduates will receive 2,437 degrees and certificates during Idaho State University’s spring commencement ceremonies, which will begin at 10 a.m. May 6 in Holt Arena.

One hundred nineteen students will receive multiple certificates and/or degrees.

Earth Week Films at ISU

By Bob DevineApril 20, 2017 GMT

With Earth Day happening this weekend, Idaho State University's Bengal Theater will play host to a slew of films over the next week that cover the spectrum of our planet's physical features, environmental issues, and spiritual themes.

ISU Department of Theater and Dance hosts Spring 2017 Dance Exposé

By Idaho State University Department of Theater and DanceApril 20, 2017 GMT

POCATELLO - The Idaho State University Department of Theater and Dance celebrates the Spring 2017 Dance Exposé featuring Beginning Dance Composition. This performance will be held on Thursday, April 27 at 6 p.m.

Local students return home with numerous fiddler awards

By Snake River Fiddle ClubApril 17, 2017 GMT

The Fiddlers of Idaho State Championship competition was this last weekend, April 15 in Hailey, ID.

Many members of the Snake River Fiddle Club represented Blackfoot well at the state championships, many winning first place, and almost all placing in the top five of each division.

ISU choirs to present Spring Concert

By Idaho State UniversityApril 14, 2017 GMT

Idaho State University choral ensembles will present the ISU Choirs Spring Concert on April 22 at 7:30 p.m. in Jensen Grand Concert Hall of the Stephens Performing Arts Center on the ISU Campus.

ISU theater program named one of the most underrated in the region

Idaho State UniversityApril 12, 2017 GMT

POCATELLO – Idaho State University’s theatre program was ranked second on onstageblog.com’s “The Top 10 Most Underrated College Theatre Programs for 2017 – North West Region.”

“An unexpected recognition such as this really helps to validate the work of our faculty and students,” said Vanessa Ballam, assistant professor of theatre.

Idaho State University 2017 Outstanding Student Award Recipients announced

By Idaho State UniversityApril 11, 2017 GMT

POCATELLO – Idaho State University and the ISU Alumni Association proudly announce the 2017 Outstanding Student Award recipients who will be honored at Spring Commencement on Saturday, May 6, in Holt Arena.

Universal Language: Kuwaiti students use music to connect with Americans

By Shelbie Harris sharris@journalnet.comApril 7, 2017 GMT

POCATELLO — When more than 7,000 miles separates two locations with distinct primary languages, like Pocatello and Kuwait, the potential for communication barriers runs high.

However, four international students from Kuwait and the Idaho State University jazz bands recently found a way to break that barrier by way of a universal language — music.

ISU Holi Festival 2017 set for April 15 in Pocatello

By Idaho State UniversityApril 5, 2017 GMT

POCATELLO – The Associated Students of Idaho State University invites all of Pocatello and the surrounding communities to experience and celebrate the rich cultural diversity of ISU at Holi: The Festival of Colors 2017 on Saturday, April 15, on the ISU Hutchinson Quadrangle.

Denim Day Campaign to prevent sexual violence set April 19 at ISU

By Idaho State UniversityApril 4, 2017 GMT

POCATELLO – Denim Day, an annual campaign to prevent sexual violence through education and public awareness, will be observed at Idaho State University from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 19 on the ISU Hutchinson Quadrangle under the Pond Student Union Hypostyle.

ISU College of Business students win first place at Idaho Entrepreneurial Challenge, win $30,050

By Courtney Johnson cjohnson@journalnet.comApril 3, 2017 GMT

POCATELLO – A team of Idaho State University seniors from the College of Business return from the Idaho Entrepreneurial Challenge in Boise with a first place award and over $15,000. Three other teams from ISU also won awards over the weekend.

Garrison Keillor looking forward to ISU Season of Note encore April 5

By Idaho State UniversityApril 1, 2017 GMT

POCATELLO — Writer and humorist Garrison Keillor said he’s looking forward to his return visit to Idaho State University at 7:30 p.m. April 5 in the Stephens Performing Arts Center Jensen Grand Concert Hall as part of ISU’s A Season of Note.

ISU’s Public Relations Campaigns class looks to help boost volunteer numbers for Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center

By Idaho State UniversityMarch 31, 2017 GMT

POCATELLO — Idaho State University’s Public Relations Campaigns class is helping Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center (EIRMC) raise the number of volunteers they have at their Idaho Falls facility.

College of Pharmacy students train public safety on emergency overdose medication

By Idaho State UniversityMarch 30, 2017 GMT

POCATELLO- Public Safety officers at Idaho State University now have the proper training to deliver emergency overdose medication thanks to Generation Rx, a group led by College of Pharmacy students whose goal is to prevent the misuse of prescription medications.

Study: Septic sources linked to nitrate contamination in Lower Portneuf Valley Watershed wells

By Idaho State UniversityMarch 29, 2017 GMT

POCATELLO — Idaho State University researchers have established a clear link to septic sources of nitrate contamination in about one-third of the 100 private wells in the Lower Portneuf Valley Watershed sampled for a study.

Native Americans United to host 46th ISU Powwow March 31-April 1

By Idaho State UniversityMarch 28, 2017 GMT

POCATELLO – The student group Native Americans United will host the 46th annual Idaho State University Powwow March 31 - April 1 at the ISU Reed Gymnasium.

The powwow is a free event that features grand entries at 7 p.m.

Free dinner and movie at ISU set March 27 to celebrate women in science

By Idaho State UniversityMarch 22, 2017 GMT

POCATELLO – The Women in Science celebration March 27 at the Idaho State University Pond Student Union features a free showing of the movie “Hidden Figures,” a free taco bar dinner and the opportunity to meet female scientists.

ISU prof to discuss Bigfoot, search for relict hominoids

By Idaho State UniversityMarch 21, 2017 GMT

POCATELLO — Jeff Meldrum, professor of anatomy and anthropology at Idaho State University, will make two presentations at the National Oregon/California Trail Center in historic Montpelier the evenings of April 14 and 15.

ISU looking for cadavers for health science education

Idaho State University press releaseMarch 21, 2017 GMT

POCATELLO — Idaho State University’s health-professions footprint spans the state with the addition of the ISU-Meridian Health Sciences Center and its state-of-the-art anatomy facilities. The Pocatello campus anatomy lab itself received an extensive remodel as well.

Details revealed in ISU embezzlement case

kevensenMarch 15, 2017 GMT

Liddle

By Debbie Bryce, For the Journal

POCATELLO — Tyler Liddle, a former Idaho State University employee charged with embezzlement, used fake invoices and receipts to steal $116,000 from the university over a period of about four years, according to police reports obtained Monday.

ISU faculty senate delays action on sexual harassment statement

By Shelbie Harris sharris@journalnet.comMarch 15, 2017 GMT

POCATELLO — Idaho State University’s faculty senate on Monday postponed endorsing a statement issued by faculty rights advocacy groups that denounced retaliation against those who report sexual harassment cases.