Denim Millward Sports Editor As a non-traditional student (a nice way of saying “a lot older than most of you”) and Pocatello native, I’ve experienced considerably more disappointment and heartache at the hands of ISU athletics than the average traditional college student. Though I attended my fair share of Bengal […]
Year: 2014
Samantha Chaffin Editor-in-Chief Public Safety at Idaho State University recently received accreditation from the Idaho Chiefs of Police Association (ICOPA) following an audit that took place in June, 2014. According to a press release sent out by Idaho State University’s Department of Marketing and Communications, this accreditation is only held […]
Samantha Chaffin Editor-in-Chief Since taking on the role of editor-in-chief at “The Bengal” last January, it’s safe to say I receive far more emails than I did in the past, some well composed and others not so much. What I’ve learned from the abundance of emails that can be found […]
Tash Mahnokaren Staff Writer Graduation can be a time of mixed emotions for many students. While students often feel excited as graduation approaches, the thoughts of life after college can often cause anxiety. Luckily, Idaho State University offers a variety of resources to help students better prepare for life after […]
Denim Millward Sports Editor The women’s soccer team at Idaho State University continued its streak of having games decided in the last minute in two home games against North Dakota Oct. 3 and Northern Colorado Oct. 5, respectively. First, the Bengals faced off against North Dakota with their undefeated streak […]
Sven Alskog News Editor Students, faculty and staff walking by the Business Building on campus can see a large hole and heavy construction taking place, all being done in an effort to help Idaho State University comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) through the construction of a new […]
Chris Banyas Life Editor Fast food, for most people living in the United States, is stigmatic. It is widely regarded as a sub-par, unhealthy substitute for more nutritious, more appealing fresh foods that individuals might prepare for themselves. Anyone who has viewed a menu at one of these fast food […]
Denim Millward Sports Editor The Idaho State University football team continued to show its improved offensive efficiency and production, keeping pace with the second-ranked Eastern Washington Eagles last Saturday, Oct. 4 ultimately falling just short with a score of 56-53 at Roos Field in Cheney, Washington. The Bengals twice faced […]
Tash Mahnokaren Staff Writer Idaho State University through its various departments organizes a variety of events throughout the year. These events are tailored to help students attain a fulfilling personal and educational experience in college. Included in this collection of events are the Graduate Programs and Health Professions Fair on […]
Tash Mahnokaren Staff Writer Idaho State University’s Eli M. Oboler library boasts a rich collection of resources and hidden away in the basement of the building is the special collections department where an exhibit of early history of ISU by Career Path Intern and student Matthew Shugert is currently on […]
Shelbie Harris Staff Writer Idaho State University’s Stephens Performing Arts Center allows big name acts to come perform in Pocatello. Ten years ago, before the $34 million, 123,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art complex debuted in October 2004, most shows by big-name performers were held in Holt Arena. Over the years the entertainment industry […]
Steven Murillo Staff Writer A town like Pocatello is made up of more than just buildings and bridges, homes and roads. It is made up of real people who lead unique lives and must work hard for the assurance of their stability. It isn’t easy to make it in Pocatello […]
Samantha Chaffin Editor-in-Chief Just after the close of the academic year last May, Proposition 1 was placed on the ballot for voters in Pocatello. Proposition 1 was an attempt to repeal Ordinance 2921, the ordinance that prohibits discrimination for housing, employment and public accommodations based on someone’s sexual orientation, gender […]