Madison Shumway Staff Writer More than 80 educators and students traveled to ISU October 6 and 7 for the annual Idaho Association of Teachers of Languages and Culture conference. Attendees came from all over the state for two days of instruction on teaching techniques and standards. The schedule featured a […]
Madison Shumway Staff Writer Monthly bingo nights hosted by the Student Activities Board draw students out for high-intensity fun and the chance to win prizes from gift cards to mini-fridges. Sophomore Jacie Wilde, who scored both a mini-fridge and microwave during new student orientation her freshman year, said she’s attended […]
Madison Shumway Staff Writer The 2016 Idaho State women’s tennis team features nine fresh faces, a 100 percent turnover, requiring head coach Gretchen Maloney to recruit an all-new cast of players. Six teammates graduated in 2016, as expected, and the two remaining members decided this spring to pursue other opportunities. […]
Madison Shumway Staff Writer A month into their first year of college, ISU freshmen navigate their new academic world with the help of friends and a welcoming environment. Despite different backgrounds, many freshmen agree that college requires more self motivation than high school did. They also cited a warm and […]
Madison Shumway Staff Writer A $900,000 budget increase has allowed the College of Technology to expand existing programs and add new ones to its catalog this year. These expanded programs include welding and health information technology. Some new programs, which range from unmanned aerial systems to pharmacy technology, were created […]
Madison Shumway Staff Writer A year of planning and thousands of donations later, the 2016 I Love ISU campaign concluded with over $230,000 of scholarship money raised. Fundraising this year, which will provide scholarships for Idaho residents, exceeded the goal of $225,000 and included a $53,290.80 donation from administration. More […]
Madison Shumway Staff Writer Various art installations sprinkle the grounds of ISU, but the origins of many are a mystery to the students who walk past them every day. A little digging revealed the artists behind several sculptures and the forces that inspired them. The bronze Bengal just outside the […]
Madison Shumway Staff Writer Pre-med students at Idaho State University may not travel far for their future medical degrees. The proposed Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine, open for enrollment as early as 2018, is slated to educate 150 medical students per year. The school, which is applying for accreditation at present, […]
Madison Shumway Staff Writer Visitors to the presidential suite in the administration building will be met with increased security measures. Entering President Arthur Vailas’ office now involves speaking into a camera phone and announcing identity and intended business. The upgrades, completed in early summer 2016, were part of a larger […]
Madison Shumway Staff Writer After pushing through pain for years, Kylie Hutchison needed a break from competitive running. What began as persistent nerve pain formed into a mystery injury, and progressed into numbness in both her legs. Though running was both a talent and a passion, over time Hutchison found […]
Madison Shumway Staff Writer A statewide venture competition with over $100,000 in seed fund prizes aims to advance some of Idaho’s brightest ideas, and ISU students are encouraged to participate. The annual Idaho Entrepreneur Challenge, launched in 2015 by Boise State University, Zions Bank and other sponsors invites college students […]
Madison Shumway Staff Writer For students grappling with mental and physical difficulties or stressful life events, the University Counseling and Testing Service offers a variety of resources. Any ISU student enrolled in at least one credit can take advantage of these free and confidential counseling services. The UCTS provides individual, […]