Thomas Attebery Madison Shumway Staff Writers Pocatello might not be considered a culture hub, but once a year, the city becomes a hotspot for jazz musicians around southeast Idaho. Jazz Fest, hosted annually by ISU’s music department, provides an opportunity for high school and college students to learn from an […]
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All about life on campus at Idaho State University. This includes club events, activities sponsored by Union Programs Council and the Student Activities Board.
Madeleine Coles Life Editor While we’re stuck in the never-ending winter storms of Idaho, pretend like it’s summer with these fluffy pancakes that puff up in the oven. My dad taught me how to make these awesome and delicious alternatives to regular pancakes. Topped with berries and whipped cream, they […]
Madeleine Coles Life Editor If you happen to see Kirk Long on campus, he’s probably wearing a suit because, according to him, you never know who you might meet. But if you catch him in his casual attire, he might be wearing a t-shirt with the periodic table printed on […]
Thomas Attebery Staff Writer Debbie Glenn, a member of “Mama Dragons,” is coming to ISU to talk about her involvement with the group. Mama Dragons is an organization for LDS mothers of LGBTQ children who want to engage in efforts to support their children. Debbie Glenn is well known for […]
Madeleine Coles Life Editor Dear Badvice, I’m going to be alone this Valentine’s Day. I wondered if you have any coping skills to deal with that? Sincerely, Forever Alone Dear Forever Alone, ‘Sup. Welcome to the delicate torture of never ever having a Valentine’s Day date club. I’m the president. […]
Jenna Crowe Staff Writer Being a full-time college student in and of itself is difficult, but it can become an even bigger challenge when juggling multiple jobs or raising a family. A CNBC news article cited Georgetown researchers who found about 25 percent of working full-time students also had full-time […]
Madison Shumway Staff Writer Students of all ages, majors and cultural backgrounds gathered in the Clearwater Room of the Student Union Building last week for the first meeting of a future club, the Middle Eastern Culture Association. The meeting, headed by freshman Mersad Rezaei and assistant professor of history Zackery […]
Madeleine Coles Life Editor In a cozy, hidden corner in the basement of the Student Union Building lies the craft shop. The shop is open to both ISU students and members of the community, and offers a variety of services for all the arts and crafts needs one could possibly […]
Madison Shumway Staff Writer College students nostalgic for the time of growing pains and braces can kick it back to high school next week at a Second Chance Prom. Forget the awkwardness of adolescence, though—the event, hosted Friday, Feb. 10 by the Union Program Council as part of its Late […]
Jenna Crowe Staff Writer Join the theatre fraternity Alpha Psi Omega as it goes back in time to Laramie, Wyoming in 1998, when Matthew Shepard’s murder shocked a town and challenged the community’s views on homosexuality in its rendition of the play “The Laramie Project” by Moises Kaufman. ISU students […]
Madeleine Coles Life Editor ISU instructor Sergiu Brindusa has a long and rich history with the art of ballet. Originally from eastern Romania, Brindusa came to the United States when he was 14 to attend the Kirov Academy of Ballet on an artistic scholarship. “I’ve known since I was very […]
Jonny Henderson ROTC Third-Year Cadet On December 17, 2016, the Army ROTC program of Idaho State University gathered during Winter Break at the Mountain View Cemetery, camo-clad on a record-breaking cold morning. Our mission was to honor those who came before and those currently serving. In a joint effort with […]
Madeleine Coles Life Editor There are few universally known truths in this world. What goes up must come down. An object at rest stays at rest, and an object in motion stays in motion. College students love pizza. To that end, I embarked on a long and challenging endeavor to […]
Jenna Crowe Staff Writer Stalking is no longer limited to reality. A digital stalking seminar, to be given by Jennifer Landhuis on Jan. 31, will discuss stalking in virtual reality and how to stay safe. This three hour presentation, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the Rendezvous ABC Suites, […]
Madeleine Coles Life Editor Dear Badvice, I’ve been catcalled multiple times on campus, and I know a lot of friends who have experienced this problem as well. Any suggestions for avoiding catcallers? Sincerely, I was wearing sweatpants Dear I was wearing sweatpants, My darling, you’re asking the wrong question here. […]