Idaho State University is facing a difficult time as statewide budget cuts to higher education have forced the administration to make decisions to get back in the black. President Robert Wagner commented on all things ISU —from the budget deficit to the subsequent layoffs.
With springtime comes the excitement and angst of the student government elections at Idaho State University. The Associated Students of ISU (ASISU) is a select group of officers and senators who make legislative decisions representing the student body. They work towards improvement in all areas of the university including education, clubs and extracurriculars.
In a historic marathon of an election season, the city of Pocatello has finally chosen their new mayor: Mark Dahlquist. The runoff on December 2nd was necessary as neither Dahlquist nor his opponent Greg Cates garnered the required 50% of the votes on the November 4th election.
The Eastern Idaho State Fair wrapped up in early September, ending a successful string of ticket-selling weekends with a sold-out Demolition Derby. Fair-goers come back year after year for events like the horse races, swing dancing competitions, pie-eating contests, countless concerts throughout the month, and the carnival rides. But one thing marks the experience of the Eastern Idaho State Fair like none other: the food.
Climber Liz Brown reaches for the next hold, over 40 feet in the air, her sweaty palms dried by the specialized chalk.
It’s around the level of a 10d and an 11a route.
Without ever top-roping the route before, she bravely lead climbs as her friend belays her from the soft, padded ground below.
Everyone involved with the student government at ISU can finally breathe a sigh of relief as the results of the election were officially announced on Friday, March 21st.
Shay Longhurst moves her hand with practiced precision, gently adjusting the needle as she cares for a dying patient. Each motion is deliberate, her skills sharpened by years of tending to others.
Most people have heard of fencing; few know the depth, history, and challenge that comes with competing in this artistic sport. It has been around for centuries, the first evidence of sword fights in Egypt dating back to 1190 BCE. The sport evolved from a militaristic training into a modern sport with non-lethal blades.
With ski season now in full swing in Eastern Idaho, the Idaho Falls Nordic Ski Patrol is in search of more volunteers. Even if you’re not an avid skier or doubt you have time in your schedule for volunteering, the Ski Patrol has an opportunity for you.
Idaho State University hosted the Pedro Giraudo String Quartet’s performance with the Idaho State-Civic Symphony to promote their album “Strata.” The collaboration highlights Giraudo’s innovative tango music. The event featured talented musicians and offered ISU students a unique opportunity to experience live performances of original compositions.
An interview with Kaydene Gilbert, an ISU alumni, about her cherished memories of Reed’s Gym Swimming Pool ahead of its reopening on November 20th. Despite ISU lacking a women’s swim team during Gilbert’s tenure from 1962 to 1965, the pool served as a vibrant venue for recreational and competitive activities.
Sofia Peach and Hadley Bodell Courtesy of Sofia Peach, Director of Public Relations for ASISU in collaboration with Editor-in-Chief Hadley Bodell, here are the student government updates for the month. Each issue of The Bengal will include information in this column about ASISU Events as well as the In-The-Know section […]
Hadley Bodell Editor in Chief Many people have never heard of roller derby, and if they have, they’ve timidly turned their heads away from the intense-looking sport. Did you know there’s a local team here in Pocatello? The Portneuf Valley Bruisers are a competitive roller derby team traveling to other […]