Idaho State University

Idaho State University will now offer a second doctoral degree in nursing after the Idaho State Board of Education recently approved of a doctoral degree in advanced nursing practice. (more…)

Idaho State University debaters Roger Copenhaver and Matea Ivanovic went undefeated and won first place at the Northwest District Tournament in Walla Walla, Wash., earning a trip to the National Debate Tournament, which determines intercollegiate debate champions each year. (more…)

Using CAT scans and making 3-D virtual reconstructions of the jaws of the ancient fish Helicoprion, Idaho State University researchers have solved some of the mysteries surrounding large spiral fossils of this fish's teeth. (more…)

Idaho State University will hold a FAFSA Day financial aid workshop from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 16 in Pocatello and Idaho Falls.

FAFSA stands for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. It's the first step for students for applying for financial aid, and the best way to see how much financial aid students can get for college. (more…)

The Idaho State University Anderson Gender Resource Center has announced that Nancy Jackson, founder of the Climate and Energy Project, is the ISU Women's History Month keynote speaker at 7 p.m. March 8 in the Pond Student Union Salmon River Suite.

Jackson's free keynote speech will address the topic of sustainability. (more…)

The National Science Foundation has awarded Idaho State University's Department of Geosciences Boise Center Aerospace Laboratory and its research partners a $320,000 grant to develop software tools to make it easier for scientists to analyze point-cloud or 3-D data.

Point-cloud data is rich with information, but cumbersome to analyze with existing tools, said BCAL director, Nancy Glenn, Ph.D.  Scientists want to access that data because it can lead to more effective ways to manage resources, watersheds or plan communities. (more…)

Idaho State University is ready to begin enrolling geosciences doctoral students in August after the Idaho State Board of Education approved an ISU Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Degree in geosciences at its last meeting.

"Geosciences is at the nexus of many issues facing our nation and society," said Howard Grimes, ISU vice president for research and economic development. "These scientists are amassing data and seeking solutions that will inform our use of resources, the management of our environment, the wellbeing of populations, and sustainable energy opportunities. Offering this program further expands ISU's impact on our region." (more…)

The Idaho State University Wind Ensemble will perform its first concert of the semester Friday, Feb. 22, at 7:30 p.m. in the Jensen Grand Concert Hall in the Stephens Performing Arts Center. 

The Wind Ensemble is directed by Patrick Brooks, ISU director of bands. (more…)

Written by John van Vliet, ISU Sports Information Intern

"Once a Bengal, always a Bengal" rings true for many alumni from Idaho State, but perhaps not more so than for Cincinnati Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis.

Before Lewis was coaching NFL teams and earning Coach of the Year honors, he, too, roamed the hallways of Garrison Hall, played for the Bengals in Holt Arena and went fly fishing with teammates in the Teton Mountains. (more…)

Idaho State University's International Affairs Council (IAC), housed in the College of Arts and Letters, is proud to present the 42nd Annual Frank Church Symposium, featuring the theme of "Leadership and Power Struggles in the Contemporary World," Feb. 27 - March 1.

This year's event is breaking a milestone because of the number of individuals, personalities, departments, units and sponsors that are working together to make the occasion a great success. (more…)