Idaho State University Celebrates Winter Class of 2025 at Commencement Ceremony
The semester just wrapped up at ISU and for some, that meant the end of their college education. The ICCU Dome was packed this morning with loved…
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ISU President Wagner Hosts Holiday Open House
Dr. Robert Wagner hosted his faculty and staff today at the alumni center on the ISU Pocatello campus to celebrate the successful fall semester.…
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Reed Gym hosts first college swim meet in 6 years
Idaho State’s Reed Gym Pool hosted it’s first collegiate competition in 6 years this Saturday, December 6th. The ISU Swim club hosted Boise State,…
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ISU expands international research footprint with new 5-year agreements in Asia and Latin America
“These partnerships connect ISU with leading global institutions, bringing new knowledge, innovation, and research opportunities that would benefit…
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ISU and U of I partner to expand Natural History Museum exhibits North
“This is the birth of a new museum for north Idaho,” said Leif Tapanila, Director of the Idaho Museum of Natural History. “Our museum began at…
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Bengal legends inducted into ISU Sports Hall of Fame
“Each of these inductees represents the best of what it means to be a Bengal,” said ISU President Robert Wagner in his opening remarks. “These…
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ISU reveals Benny the Bengal Fierce New Look for school’s 125th Anniversary
“We are delighted to continue the tradition of entertaining fans at ISU events with Benny’s athletic prowess and good-natured humor,” said…
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ISU Housing Faces Backlash on Rising Rent
Idaho State University has welcomed it’s largest incoming classes each year since breaking the previous record in 2023. With the rise in the number…
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ISU launches new Master’s in Geology with Geology Management Concentration
“This degree is specifically intended for people who are chomping at the bit to enter their geosciences career and move up into managerial…
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Idaho State Bengals Celebrate Homecoming Week with Annual Parade
The Bengals came out in full force today along with community members from both Pocatello and Idaho Falls to enjoy the annual homecoming parade.…
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Idaho colleges and universities feel impacts of Gov. Little’s budget cuts
Governor Brad Little asked Idaho’s colleges and universities to submit new budget plans for 2026-27 that reflect a 3% cut in their…
Continue Reading Idaho State University secures $1.2 million grant for scholarships for future STEM educators
“Scholars are engaged in an array of outreach and support activities to learn more about STEM teaching and learning; some of them are volunteering…
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Boo! It’s Science: ISU’s Haunted Science Laboratory returns October 25th
Now’s your chance to see the not-so-spooky side of science.
Idaho State University Department of Physics and Kiwanis Club of Pocatello’s Haunted…
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ISU President Wagner talks university expansion, more 4-Year degree opportunities in Idaho Falls
“We want to be here. We are here. We’re doubling down on being here. This is important to us. We want to be your hometown…
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Symphony tickets available for check out this season at Marshall Public Library
The Marshall Public Library is offering Idaho State Civic Symphony and Idaho State University theater tickets for check out during the 2025-2026…
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ISU hosting first ever ‘Bengal Street Party’ to finish off Celebration Week
POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI)– Idaho State University is ending ‘ISU Celebration Week’ with the first Bengal Street Party on Friday, September 19. Martin…
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Dr. Jeff Meldrum, beloved ISU professor and renowned “Bigfoot” expert, dies at 65
Meldrum was a pillar and the longest serving member of the university’s Department of Biological Sciences, where he had taught since 1993. Beyond the…
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Bringing Shakespeare to Life: ISU blends tech and humanities in new VR project
Idaho State University is bringing classical literature to life in a new way. Professors and students from the English and Computer Science…
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ISU debuts new associate degree program in science
“I think the biggest thing is that we really designed it to be flexible,” said Dr. Shannon Kobs Nawotniak, professor and chair of ISU’s Geosciences…
Continue Reading Idaho State University hosting 9/11 Remembrance Week starting Monday
The ISU-based Institute of Rural Health is launching their annual 9/11 Remembrance Week, starting with a ‘Day of Service’ kick-off event on Monday,…
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ISU & INL partner to strengthen domestic critical materials supply chain
“ISU and INL have a long history of successful partnerships and collaborations,” said ISU President Robert Wagner. “Establishing a critical and…
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ISU’s School of Nursing using grant to expand education on opioid addiction treatment
Idaho State University’s School of Nursing recently received a $900,000 grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration…
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ISU’s KISU radio station making programming changes to survive fallout from federal funding cuts
Managers of Idaho State University’s KISU public radio station say they have already started to pull back on programming and staff hours to keep the…
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Game Changer: New Esports Arena coming to ISU
Idaho State University (ISU) is thrilled to announce a major gift from Direct Communications Rockland, Inc. that will establish the new Direct…
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ISU Football holds first practice of fall camp
The Idaho State University Football Team took to the newly-renovated ICCU Practice Field for their first practice of fall camp on…
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ISU’s KISU public radio station braces for blowback from possible federal budget cuts
“The impact of the loss of CPB funding is going to be big, it’s going to be huge,” said Anderson. “I think we’ve got funding in place for this…
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ISU receives state grant to bolster Pocatello’s wildfire preparedness
Idaho State University received a grant of around $141,000 from the Idaho Office of Emergency Management to fund a project to increase the Pocatello…
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Gear up for summer adventures: ISU’s Outdoor Adventure Center has you covered
“We have some really high-quality, durable gear, and you can test it before you buy it,” said Bryce Walker, outdoor recreation and climbing wall…
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Idaho State Board of Education holding meeting on ISU campus
Agenda items for the meeting include a bond request from the University of Idaho to fund student housing projects, consideration of contract…
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ISU Robotics Club to defend national title at competition next week
“I couldn’t be more proud of them,” said Brody Holyoak, senior clinical instructor for ISU’s Robotics Program. “I like to push my students, and this…
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Two new parent spaces added to Idaho State University’s Pocatello campus
Idaho State University recently added two new ‘lactation pods’ to their Pocatello campus to give breastfeeding mothers a private space to feed their…
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ISU spring commencement set for Saturday
Idaho State University will hold commencement ceremonies for spring and summer 2025 graduates on Saturday, May 10.
2,145 graduates will receive…
Continue Reading National college classification system recognizes ISU for student accessibility
The Carnegie Foundation, a nationwide education organization that analyzes the effectiveness of schools and universities, has named Idaho State…
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ISU’s Muslim students host Ramadan fast-breaking event for community
Members of Idaho State University’s Muslim Student Association (MSA) held a Ramadan Iftar event on Thursday night at the Pond Student Union building…
Continue Reading Idaho Museum of Natural History hosts event highlighting the importance of Idaho’s snakes
The ‘Snakes of Idaho’ lecture, hosted by the Idaho Museum of Natural History, will feature Dr. Charles (Chuck) Peterson’s comprehensive exhibit…
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“Big fundraising blitz” this week during ISU’s largest annual fundraiser
“It’s the largest fundraiser that we have,” said Daniel Moore, interim director of annual giving at ISU. “…a lot of people doing a little bit can…
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ISU unveils new streamlined center for student academic needs
The Bengal Success Center will act as a one-stop shop for the university’s academic support programs by housing 14 services in one office…
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ISU hosts ‘De-Stress Fest’ to help students through midterm exams
Southeast Idaho college students are receiving a much-needed boost as they enter the final days of mid-term exams. Idaho State University’s Student…
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ISU counselors offering week of activities to help students deal with midterm stress
“Having events where we’re out there, and letting students know that we exist and that there are things that… they can do to help themselves feel…
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ISU biologists get large federal grant to continue work studying genetic disorders
Dr. Heather Ray, assistant professor of developmental biology at Idaho State University, and her students received a $415,000 grant from the National…
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ISU hosts hundreds of local students for Bengal STEM Day
“We’ve got so much stuff with science we can be doing that’s hands on, that’s interactive, that schools don’t necessarily have the resources to do,”…
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Idaho State University students offering free tax prep for people in need
Students and faculty from Idaho State University’s College of Business are helping people file their taxes for free until the end of…
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Idaho State University President to deliver State of University
Idaho State University President Robert Wagner will deliver his State of the University address Tuesday…
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University of Idaho holding annual Potato Conference and Ag Expo
The University of Idaho is holding the 2025 Idaho Potato Conference and Eastern Idaho Ag Expo at Idaho State University’s Pond Student Union Building…
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Idaho State University honors MLK Day with its annual march
Idaho State University held their annual march and program in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day on…
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Bannock County returns forensic lab funds
Bannock County has returned nearly $1 million of state funding originally secured to construct the now-defunct East Idaho Forensic Pathology…
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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…
Continue Reading 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…
Continue Reading 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…
Continue Reading 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…
Continue Reading 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…
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