Samantha Chaffin News Editor A merger three years in the making is official between the James E. Rogers Department of Communication and the Department of Communication and Rhetorical Studies. The merged department will, with one final permission pending, be known as the James E. Rogers Department of Communication, Media and […]
Year: 2013
SVEN ALSKOG Staff Writer For the last 18 years, head coach Ram Eddings has been a fixture on the sideline for Idaho State University rugby. With the recent announcement of his retirement, recognition is due to the man largely responsible for turning the program into a powerhouse. As has been […]
Denim Millward Sports Editor As a group, sports fans are not exactly known for their sweet understanding and ample patience. When the often-irrational demand for a team to succeed is mixed with said team being stuck at or near the bottom of its conference, the result is an understandably pessimistic […]
Michelle Schraudner Life Editor As the holiday season draws near, it’s easy to get caught up in the anticipation of family reunions and comfort foods. For many, it’s easy to forget that people and groups in Pocatello could use a helping hand. Idaho State University’s Student Activities Board (SAB) is […]
Chris Banyas Staff Writer A parking booth nestled between the Administration Building and the Rendezvous may seem an unlikely place to encounter someone radiating positivity and warmth, who goes out of his way to make sure others walk away with a smile on their face. “Just to make it more […]
Brenna Patrick Staff Writer The French-inspired cultural night called A Taste of France will be held Nov. 16. in the Pond Student Union Ballroom at 6 p.m. The event is the annual fundraiser for Idaho State University’s French club. Tickets are $7 for students, $8 for faculty and $9 for […]
Representative Hy Kloc Fall signals the beginning of a new school year—a time full of promise and opportunities. As I consider the next legislative session I feel that same sense of optimism. As a former teacher, I welcomed the opportunity to serve on the House education committee during the last […]
Michelle Schraudner Life Editor Emergency response and evacuation exercises increased at Idaho State University last year while criminal offenses and arrests decreased from the previous year. The university’s annual report detailing crime and safety rates on campus was recently released containing statistics from 2012. The Jeanne Clery Annual Security and […]
Samantha Chaffin News Editor Spring class schedules for Idaho State University were viewable online as of Oct. 28 and spring registration is quickly approaching. There are a few steps students need to take in preparation for registration. Director of Central Academic Advising JoAnn Hertz said that aside from looking through […]
Samantha Chaffin News Editor Todd Johnson was announced as the new director of the Veterans Sanctuary at Idaho State University on Thursday, Sept. 26, and began his duties as Director of the Veteran’s sanctuary on Monday, Oct. 14. A search committee was utilized to fill the open position of Director […]
Chris Banyas Staff Writer The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA), also known as “Obamacare,” was signed into law by President Barack Obama on March 23, 2010, and has already had an effect on many Americans. The Affordable Care Act aims to overhaul America’s health care system by making […]
Ever since I was young, I’ve had a bit of atelophobia. There are times that I feel like I’d rather do something perfectly or not at all, which can be a little problematic when the tasks at hand are non-negotiable. It has taken me a long time to get to […]
Chanelle Minor Advertising Representative 1. Get sweaty There are multiple fun runs in the area to keep you warm on a cool Saturday this fall. The Tater Trot in Blackfoot is held on Nov. 9. This celebrates potatoes in Idaho and the end of the potato harvest. Getting your blood […]
SVEN ALSKOG Staff Writer Hailing from the Czech Republic, men’s basketball graduate assistant coach David Marek has brought his knowledge to the Bengals over the last two years. From 2008 to 2010, Marek was a member of the Czech Republic national team, all while playing professionally overseas as well. The […]
Denim Millward Sports Editor The ISU men’s basketball squad has a lot more in common with legendary singer Aretha Franklin than may appear at first glance. Just like the original R&B diva, the Bengals are looking for some R-E-S-P-E-C-T. Emanating from a dismal 2012-13 campaign that saw the Bengals finish […]