Idaho State University Physics Department receives large anonymous donation
An anonymous donor pledged $100,000 for physics students at Idaho State…
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Idaho State University tree lighting set for Monday night
Idaho State University is celebrating its annual Tree Lighting Festival on Monday, December…
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Idaho State University Festival of Trees begins Thursday
Idaho State University is hosting the annual ‘Festival of Trees’ at the Stephens Performing Arts Center starting Thursday, November…
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ISU Dental Hygiene students reach out to the community to practice their craft
Students in the Dental Hygiene program at Idaho State University are helping people in need take care of their dental health while getting practice…
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Idaho State University enrollment numbers increase again
The university said total fall enrollment increased by 3.5 percent, to 13,078, compared to last…
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Pocatello multi-faith organization hosts ISU’s President Wagner
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI)– The Portneuf Valley Interfaith Fellowship, a community organization comprised of area religions, hosted Idaho State…
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ISU researchers optimizing earthquake-resistant materials
By optimizing these dissipaters and the material they’re made of, buildings and bridges can be more resilient and companies can save…
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Idaho State University received millions in donations in fiscal year 2024
Idaho State University received $18 million in donations for their 2024 fiscal year–$4 million more than last…
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Homecoming bonfire Wednesday night at ISU
Idaho State University will hold their annual homecoming bonfire Wednesday night at the ICCU…
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Idaho State University to compete in Esports for the first time
The ISU Esports teams will be holding their first competitive video gaming competitions this…
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Barbecue on the Quad kicks off ISU school year
Idaho State University hosted their Student Involvement Fair and Student Union Barbecue to kick off the school’s Fall…
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Benny’s Pantry offers free groceries for ISU students
Classes for Idaho State University students start Monday, and Benny’s Pantry offers free food and personal care items for…
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ISU hosts K-5 STEM Camp
Over 100 kindergarten through 5th-grade students are on-campus attending the Idaho State University College of Education’s science, technology,…
Continue Reading Idaho State University to Offer Bachelor’s in Software Engineering Starting Fall 2024
Idaho State University will soon offer a degree in one of the nation’s fastest-growing…
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The Eucharistic Pilgrimage visits Pocatello
A national journey celebrating the Catholic faith made it’s way through the streets of Pocatello Thursday May…
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ISU welcomes historic NASA DC-8 aircraft to enhance aircraft maintenance education
The world’s first and largest flying science laboratory will now have a home at Idaho State…
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ISU students participate in March Through the Arch ahead of graduation
Idaho State University kicked off their graduation activities with a…
Continue Reading ISU remains optimistic despite tuition increase
The Idaho State Board of Education has unanimously approved a 3% increase in resident tuition and fees at each of Idaho’s public four-year…
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Idaho State University hosts Bengal Visit Day
Future Bengals were checking out their future home in Pocatello on…
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New Idaho State University President talks changes coming to campus
During the first few months as President of Idaho State University, Dr. Robert Wagner said one of the biggest concerns he got was the parking lot…
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Idaho State holding academic signing days all week
Idaho State University is holding a series of academic signing days this week at multiple area schools to celebrate student scholarships and…
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Idaho State University Health Fair set March 28
The 2024 Idaho State University Health Fair will once again be offering numerous free and reduced-cost health care services, health information…
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More than $1.13 million raised during Bengal Giving Day
Bengal nation raised $1,132,201 for students and university support in the third annual Bengal Giving Day…
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ISU Research Symposium kicks off Wednesday, winners will receive cash prizes
More than 140 students are gathering for the 2024 Research & Creative Works Symposium…
Continue Reading Bengal Giving Day kicks off at ISU
It’s a time to “unite, celebrate and elevate Bengal…
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75% of Idaho educators choose ISU’s Albion Center for Professional Development
The new year brought a major milestone for Idaho State University and its mission to serve the state’s teacher workforce.…
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ISU hosts VEX Robotics Competition for high school students
“Getting that entry experience into the world of engineering…it’s…
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ISU Civil Engineering leads research for earthquake-resistant bridges
“The connections between the elements are crucial for seismic resiliency. They must be strong enough to resist forces and deformations during an…
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2024 ISU Sports Hall of Fame inductees announced
Six individuals will be inducted into the Idaho State University Sports Hall of Fame at a ceremony Feb.…
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4 state champion Highland Rams head to the collegiate level, 2 to ISU
Four members of the Idaho 5A state champion Highland Rams signed to play football in the collegiate level…
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ISU sees increase in spring enrollment
Idaho State University is reporting an increase in total student…
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Idaho State welcomes Dr. Robert Wagner as its 14th President
On Monday, Idaho State University welcomed Dr. Robert Wagner as its 14th president.…
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More than $100,000 raised for local charities at 2023 Festival of Trees
More than $100,000 was raised for local charities and scholarships at the 2023 Festival of…
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ISU Department of Chemistry to host expert in nanomaterials for public discussion Jan. 25
One of the nation’s leading experts in nanomaterials synthesis is slated to visit Pocatello later this…
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Kiwanis Club of Pocatello donates $3,000 to ISU physics outreach programs
A local organization is again lending its support to STEM education in the Gem…
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Eastern Idaho Ag Expo draws in hundreds
“[They are] better for the environment, but better for the farmers as well. Electric powered equipment is very…
Continue Reading Board of Education to name next ISU president
The Idaho State Board of Education will hold a special Board meeting on Thursday, Dec. 21, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. Mountain Time to consider a contract and…
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New Idaho State University president announced
The Idaho State Board of Education named Robert W. Wagner as the 14th president of Idaho State University during a special meeting on…
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Record number of graduates to cross stage at ISU commencement
Idaho State University will confer 1,357 degrees and certificates at the Winter Commencement ceremony, 11 a.m. Dec. 16 in Holt Arena.…
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ISU community to celebrate President Kevin Satterlee’s successes at farewell reception
When Idaho State University President Kevin Satterlee retires from the University at the end of the year, he will have checked off most of his top…
Continue Reading State Board of Education to interview ISU president finalists
The Idaho State Board of Education will conduct interviews on Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023 with the five finalists for president of Idaho State…
Continue Reading ISU president search down to five finalists
Five finalists have been picked from a list of more than 80 candidates who applied to become Idaho State University’s…
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ISU researchers find sweet cement substitute
“Concrete is one of the most consumed materials in the…
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ISU launches Campus Master Plan initiative
Last spring, Idaho State University announced work was beginning on a campus master plan that will directly impact our ability to meet the goals and…
Continue Reading 84 candidates apply to become ISU’s next president
The window to apply to become Idaho State University’s 14th president is now closed, and 84 candidates to date have submitted…
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ISU students gather winter coats for PCSD25
A group of students at Idaho State University are putting together a coat drive for Pocatello/Chubbuck School District…
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Viruses discovered by ISU students may yield new treatments for antibiotic-resistant bacteria
There’s a KillerTomato lurking on the grounds of Idaho State University. Not to fear, though, this cold-blooded killer is only looking for victims…
Continue Reading ISU breaks enrollment, retention records
Idaho State University broke both enrollment and retention records this fall with nearly 26% more first-time undergraduate students choosing ISU than…
Continue Reading Pulitzer Prize winning author to visit ISU Friday
Pulitzer Prize- winning author James Risen will be at Idaho State University’s Pocatello campus Friday, Oct. 20 to discuss his new book, “The Last…
Continue Reading ISU Homecoming parade returns Saturday
One of Idaho State University’s most long-standing traditions will begin Saturday, Sept. 23 at 10…
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ISU unveils new and improved Holt Arena
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – After nearly two years of renovations, Idaho State University’s Holt Arena is ready. ISU President Kevin Satterlee…
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ISU welcomes largest incoming class since 2014
This fall, Idaho State University welcomed its largest incoming class since 2014, with nearly 26 percent more first-time undergraduate students…
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ISU welcomes largest incoming class since 2014
This fall, Idaho State University welcomed its largest incoming class since 2014, with nearly 26% more first-time undergraduate students choosing ISU…
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ISU biology alumna’s art featured at Idaho Museum of Natural History
Seeing her artwork adorn the walls of the Idaho Museum of Natural History, Idaho State University Alumna Ashelee Rasmussen describes it as a bit of a…
Continue Reading ISU surpasses $20 million scholarship campaign goal
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – Demonstrating the power of community collaboration, Idaho State University has exceeded its $20 million scholarship goal…
Continue Reading ISU president search committee set
Idaho State Board of Education President Dr. Linda Clark announced Tuesday the names of stakeholders selected to serve on the Idaho State University…
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ISU holds annual Fall Address
Idaho State University is holding its annual Fall Address on Monday at Frazier Hall to provide institutional updates to faculty and staff.…
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ISU forensic investigation begins on Bear Lake remains
The investigation into the human remains discovered at Bear Lake continues but now at Idaho State…
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ISU and Kootenai Health join forces to meet statewide demand for nurses
Nurses earning an accelerated bachelor’s of science degree will be ready to work in just 12…
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1 in 20 programmers on open-source software projects are women, ISU study says
A new analysis by Idaho State University computer scientists has found only a handful of updates being made to open-source software projects by…
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ISU Physics Department’s free Water Rocket Festival returns June 24, June 25
A high-flying summertime staple is returning to Pocatello’s Tydeman Park later this…
Continue Reading ISU President Satterlee announces retirement
After more than 25 years to Idaho higher education, Idaho State University President Kevin Satterlee announced Monday he will retire on Dec.…
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ISU Albion Center for Professional Development to offer online courses for educators
The Idaho State University Albion Center for Professional Development has partnered with Ed3 DAO to offer a suite of online professional development…
Continue Reading ISU receives $1.1 million to address math learning loss due to COVID-19 in Eastern Idaho
The Idaho State University College of Education recently received a $1.1 million grant from the Idaho State Board of Education to help teachers and…
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ISU civil engineering student lands American Concrete Institute Foundation fellowship
An Idaho State University civil engineering student has landed one of the concrete industry’s most sought-after student…
Continue Reading ISU programs help alleviate burden of tuition increases
Although Idaho’s universities will be raising tuition for the first time in four years, Idaho State University is using several programs and…
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ISU Department of Counseling sees enrollment growth
Student counselors provide immediate improvement to mental health care…
Continue Reading More than 2,000 ISU graduates to be recognized at Saturday’s commencement
A total of 2,132 spring and summer 2023 graduates will receive 2,278 degrees and certificates during Idaho State University’s annual spring…
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ISU librarian retiring after 29 years of service
Idaho State University said goodbye to a special employee on Wednesday.…
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ISU and University of Utah partner up to address mental health crises in Idaho and Utah
Idaho ranks 49th in the United States for physicians per…
Continue Reading $631,953 raised in ISU’s second annual day of giving campaign
Idaho State University announced Bengal Nation has raised $631,953 for students and university…
Continue Reading Bengal Giving Day starts Tuesday
Starting tomorrow, Idaho State University will be hosting the second annual Bengal…
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ISU receives new scholarship endowment from Campbell family
This scholarship will be available to support any Idaho State University walk-on athlete in good academic…
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Idaho’s only school psychology program combating mental health shortages in Idaho schools
Currently in Idaho, the ratio is about 1,700 students per one school…
Continue Reading ISU reports fourth straight semester of enrollment increases in spring 2023
Following a continuing positive trend, Idaho State University is again celebrating a spring enrollment…
Continue Reading Tech Expo draws thousands of students to Idaho State
More than 2,200 middle and high school students from across the state converged on the Idaho State University Holt Arena on Thursday for the 22nd…
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TRIO receives $1.1 million to help adults complete a post-secondary credential
The $1.1 million grant is funded by the U.S. Department of Education and aims to assist income-eligible and first generation individuals in Eastern…
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ISU to offer $200 professional development credit for P-12 educators nationwide
This credit can be applied toward any of the 100% online, self-paced courses that include topics such as English/literacy, leadership, mathematics,…
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ISU hosts annual JumpStart Competition for high school students
Idaho State University College of Technology hosted the annual JumpStart Competition for high school students on…
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Kiwanis Club of Pocatello donates $2,500 to ISU
A local club is putting its financial support behind STEM education efforts for area…
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Testing bridge strength for earthquakes
One Idaho State University student is trying to figure out ways to make buildings and bridges…
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Anthony Klotz, who coined the term “Great Resignation,” to speak at ISU
Dr. Anthony Klotz will offer a free presentation to the public Wednesday, Feb.…
Continue Reading Nominations open for 2023 Idaho State University Homecoming Awards
Nominations for the 2023 Idaho State University Homecoming Awards are open.…
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Holt Arena seat sale rescheduled
The Holt Arena seat sale scheduled for Jan. 30 has been rescheduled due to cold…
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Idaho State hosts annual MLK celebration
The Idaho State University Diversity Resource Center is hosting an annual celebration on Monday in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King,…
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Idaho State honors graduates at Winter Commencement Ceremony
Idaho State University conferred 737 degrees and certificates at the Winter commencement ceremony on Saturday in Holt…
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Petex donates $2.7 million in software to ISU Department of Geosciences
Geosciences students and faculty at Idaho State University can get their hands on some of the industry’s state-of-the-art software thanks to a…
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Micronutrient research at ISU may help combat antibiotic-resistant bacteria
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) – How the human body can gain the upper hand in its battle with bacteria for micronutrients is the focus of some new…
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Idaho State University names new head football coach
After a national search, Idaho State University Director of Athletics Pauline Thiros announced Cody Hawkins has been named head coach of the Idaho…
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Anonymous donor gives $10 million for ISU student scholarships
This scholarship is one of the largest scholarship gifts ever received by Idaho…
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ISU sees significant increase in student retention
Idaho State University is reporting a significant increase in the number of students remaining at the institution to continue their education, thanks…
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ISU geologists awarded NSF grant to study 2 billion year gap in earth’s history
Two Idaho State University scientists and their students are tackling a research project that will tell us more about the greatest of gaps in our…
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ISU launches new Health Occupations Simulation Lab
A new health care simulation laboratory is now open for students at Idaho State University’s College of…
Continue Reading Idaho State to receive $3 million grant to establish Community Health Worker Collaborative program
Idaho State University is set to receive nearly $3 million over several years to establish a Community Health Worker Collaborative program for the…
Continue Reading Bannock County, ISU to build Forensic Pathology Center
Idaho State University and Bannock County have signed an agreement to fund and build the East Idaho Forensic Pathology Center on Idaho State…
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Idaho State student, professor develop new microbial fuel cell system
A new system that aims to get the most out of microbes in terms of electricity generation and wastewater treatment has been developed by two…
Continue Reading ISU College of Business establishes new Commercialization Center to help high-tech entrepreneurs
The award will allow the College of Business to establish the Idaho State College of Business Commercialization…
Continue Reading Continuing Education and Workforce Training receives grant for health programs, mental health training
The grant will be split among many different areas within the CEWT Health Programs.…
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Metropolitan Opera Laffont Competition returns to ISU
The Metropolitan Opera Laffont Competition is returning to Idaho State University Saturday, Nov. 5 at 2 p.m. in Jensen Grand Concert Hall on the…
Continue Reading ISU to host Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Education virtual conference Friday
The Idaho State University College of Education will host a free Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Education Virtual Mini-Conference on Friday,…
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