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Idaho Museum of Natural History adds Giant Skeletons to National 3D Collection
A zoologist is poring over a digital version of the skull of an Arctic wolf from her office in Arizona. Meanwhile, an artist notices the intricate details of a western diamondback on her screen in Vermont. While they’re hypothetical, each scenario is now possible thanks to the work of researchers at the Idaho Museum of Natural History and more than a dozen other institutions.
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You’re invited to the 2024 Pillars of Achievement Reception!
We invite all faculty and staff to join us at the College’s 2024 Pillars of Achievement reception.
The event honors our 2024 Professional Achievement Award winners and Outstanding Student Achievement Award winners, as well as our Outstanding Faculty Award winners. Join us as we celebrate their accomplishments and enjoy heavy hors d'oeuvres on Friday, May 3, from 4 to 6 p.m. in the Salmon River Suite at the Pond Student Union.
Please RSVP by April 26 to Logan McDougall, Executive Director of College Relations, at loganmcdougall@isu.edu or cose@isu.edu. Please include the number of guests who will be attending with you.
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ISU Signs New MoU with Gachon University in South Korea
Under a new agreement, Idaho State University students and faculty will cooperate with their colleagues on the Korean peninsula.
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Congrats, Amy Avila!
Amy Avila, administrative assistant II in the mathematics and statistics department, was one of the employees nominated for a Be a Bengal Award in March. She was nominated for embodying "Hope." Each month, employees are nominated for their dedication to one of ISU's guiding principles - trust, compassion, stability, and hope.
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CoSE Camping Trip Aug. 23 - 25
Join us for CoSE's 3rd Annual Camping Trip for faculty and staff. Family members are welcome. Enjoy relaxing and outdoor activities with your colleagues and family during this low-key weekend getaway. You will be responsible for your own food, entertainment, and supplies.
For more information, please check out the Grand Teton National Park and Colter Bay Campground websites.
Click here to RSVP.
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Research and Creative Activity Social/Networking Event on April 18
Faculty and staff are invited to join the Office of Research on Thursday, April 18, from 3:30-5 p.m. in the Little Wood River room (Pond Student Union building, Pocatello campus) for the Spring 2024 Faculty Research and Creative Activity Networking Social.
The event offers opportunities to connect, learn about each others' work, and meet new colleagues. There will be networking discussions on artificial intelligence, resilience and adaptation, and rural health.
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New OSP Zoom Labs: Easier Access to Research Funding Expertise
The Office of Sponsored Programs & Support (OSP) is pleased to announce a new initiative to provide faculty and staff with easier access to research funding expertise. OSP will host regular Zoom open drop-in lab sessions, allowing researchers to connect with OSP staff in a convenient and flexible format.
The first session will be held on Wednesday, April 17, at 2 p.m. The next session is scheduled for Thursday, May 9, at 1 p.m.
During these sessions, OSP staff will be available to answer questions and provide guidance on a variety of topics related to sponsored research.
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CoSE Chairs and Directors Meeting Minutes
March 26, 2024
March 12, 2024
February 27, 2024
February 13, 2024
January 30, 2024
January 16, 2024
December 5, 2023
October 24, 2023
September 19, 2023
August 29, 2023
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Brand Training: Logos, Why They Matter and How to Use Them
The Office of Marketing and Communication is hosting a mini training and open forum for all University faculty and staff. This training event is an opportunity to learn more about brand logos, why they matter, and how to use them in a short presentation. The remainder of the session will be an opportunity to openly discuss questions and comments about University marketing, branding, and promotions.
Please reserve your spot by Monday, April 22.
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FY25 Benefits Open Enrollment Period: April 22 - May 10
We are excited to announce the FY25 Benefits Open Enrollment will take place Monday, April 22 through Friday, May 10. This will be your opportunity to review and customize your benefits to best fit your needs and the needs of your family for the upcoming plan year, July 1, 2024-June 30, 2025.
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Policy Update: Student Code of Conduct
Revisions to the Student Code of Conduct policy are entering a 30-day comment period. The University community is encouraged to review the policy and provide feedback via the anonymous comment submission form or by email to policy@isu.edu.
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Professional Achievement Awards Breakfast Scheduled for May 3
Idaho State University’s annual Professional Achievement Awards recognize some of the most influential alumni for their valuable and distinguished contributions to Idaho State, their profession and their community. Join us on Friday, May 3 at 9 a.m. in the ICCU Bengal Alumni Center. The morning will be a tribute to the hard work, enduring pride and outstanding achievements of our ISU alumni.
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College of Arts and Letters and the Office for Research to offer Idaho Humanities Grant Information Session
Join us on April 17, from 1 to 2 p.m., in the Pond Student Union Middle Fork Room, as Idaho Humanities Council Executive Director David Pettyjohn and Grants Manager Doug Exton share information on grant opportunities for ISU faculty, along with strategies for preparing successful applications and advice regarding the grant process.
New and experienced researchers are encouraged to attend, as are faculty curious about individual and collaborative humanities/interdisciplinary grant projects. Refreshments will be provided.
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Nutrition and Dietetics Program Now Offered in Meridian
Idaho State University’s Department of Nutrition and Dietetics will soon offer a Bachelor of Science in Dietetics to those in the Treasure Valley, based on demand for the program and the growing need for registered dietitian nutritionists (RDNs) in the area.
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| April 22 | Late 8-week and full semester course grading opens | | April 29 | Final Examinations | | May 3 | Spring 2024 classes end | | May 4 | Commencement (May & August 2024 graduates) | | May 7 | Late 8-week and full semester course grading closes at 4:00 pm | | May 13 | Summer Classes begin for Early-4, Early-6, Early-8 and Full term | | May 27 | Memorial Day holiday (Monday - no classes) | | May 28 | Early-4 final grading opens | | |
Upcoming Events in the College of Science and Engineering | |
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Department/Program
Physics
Event
Colloquium: Nonlinear Thomson Scattering in the Single Photon Regime
Michael Ware
Details
Mon, Apr 15
4 - 5 p.m.
https://isu.zoom.us/j/82909733642
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Department/Program
Geosciences
Event
Colloquium: Rheological cycles of damage and healing: how cratons become strong
Emily Chin
Details
Wed, Apr 17
4 - 5 p.m.
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Department/Program
Biological Sciences
Event
Biology Social
Details
Thurs, Apr 18
3:30 - 4 p.m.
GLS Lobby
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Department/Program
Biological Sciences
Event
Seminar
Jessica Cusick
Details
Thurs, Apr 18
4 - 5 p.m.
LC 10
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Department/Program
Mathematics and Statistics
Event
Workshop: What's the Big Idea? Leveraging Anchor Problems in the Classroom
Trey Cox
Details
Fri, Apr 19
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
PS 306
https://isu.zoom.us/j/86249135380
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Department/Program
Chemistry
Event
S-STEM Speaker: Kourtney Wright
Details
Fri, Apr 19
1 - 1:50 p.m.
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Department/Program
Biological Sciences
Event
Research Round Up
Details
Fri, Apr 19
3 p.m.
LC 10
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Department/Program
Physics
Event
Colloquium: Excitation and Resonance of Very Long Period Seismicity at Kīlauea Volcano
Details
Mon, Apr 22
4 - 5 p.m.
https://isu.zoom.us/j/85029763933
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Department/Program
Geosciences
Event
Colloquium: Seminar Trip Presentation
Details
Wed, Apr 24
4 - 5 p.m.
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Department/Program
Biological Sciences
Event
Biology Social
Details
Thurs, Apr 25
3:30 - 4 p.m.
GLS Lobby
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Department/Program
Biological Sciences
Event
Seminar
Jericho Whiting
Details
Thurs, Apr 25
4 - 5 p.m.
LC 10
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Department/Program
Chemistry
Event
Graduation Party
Details
Fri, Apr 26
4 - 5 p.m.
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Department/Program
ALL
Event
Pillars of Achievement Celebration
Details
Fri , May 3
4 - 6 p.m.
Salmon River Suite
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Help Us Share Your Accomplishments!
Our College’s outstanding faculty, staff, and students achieve many notable research and professional accomplishments. In addition, our departments regularly have newsworthy advancements. We want to make sure those stories are shared publicly. Here are a few ways you can provide a news tip to help get the word out:
Use this Story Submission Form to send your news tip to the Office of Marketing and Communications.
Send an email to Logan McDougall (loganmcdougall@isu.edu) with a brief description of the news to be shared.
You are always welcome to create a draft story, submit it via the Story Submission Form, or send it to Logan. The Office of Marketing and Communications and Logan will coordinate to get the story finalized and distributed to the media outlets/platforms that best tell the story.
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