During the fall semester of 2024, ISU campus saw extensive construction, including projects on parking lots, sidewalks, and building renovations, funded by the State of Idaho’s deferred maintenance budget. Key updates include the renovation of Leonard Hall (due in 2025), the relocation of Gravely Hall’s testing center, and the early reopening of the Reeds Gym pool. Additional projects, like Bartz Way paving and GO1 lot construction, are nearing completion.
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In their season finale, Idaho State Bengals lose to the Idaho Vandals. The offense struggled early, ultimately resulting in a loss. However, they fought till the final whistle, showing heart and resilience.
Coach Grant Duff strengthens the Bengals’ defense. A ‘proven winner’, he previously worked for Weber State, who consistently ranked among the best in the nation. With Coach Duff’s leadership, Idaho State University’s football team is poised for an exciting future.
The Christmas Tree Lighting Festival at ISU, initiated by students in 2010, signifies the holiday season’s start. Originally featuring small trees, it has evolved into a grand event with a permanent 30ft tree and an ice sculpture by Danny Spangler. The festival attracts numerous students who enjoy festive activities and create lasting memories.
In an interview with The Bengal, Idaho State University’s President Robert Wagner reflected on his first 11 months, discussing campus changes, challenges, and future visions. He emphasized the importance of public accountability, student success, infrastructure needs, partnerships, and employee welfare while adapting to Idaho’s political climate and overcoming budgetary constraints.
Idaho State University announced a significant increase in first-time undergraduate enrollment, reaching 1,802 students, a 2.4% rise from last year. Overall enrollment rose to 13,078, marking a 3.5% increase. President Wagner and Enrollment Management’s Corey Zink emphasized ongoing recruitment efforts and a commitment to growth amid economic challenges.
New trees are being planted on the ISU campus to replace aging species, addressing threats from pests and age. The Grounds team diversifies tree species to ensure resilience. Ongoing projects include tree planting along 5th Avenue and in the G-1 parking lot.
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.
Idaho State University’s President, Robert Wagner, has had a dynamic first fall semester, marked by dramatic game-day appearances and significant campus renovations. He highlighted a record enrollment, ongoing infrastructure improvements, and efforts to address a previous budget deficit. Wagner aims to focus on future investments for the university’s growth and innovation.
Trystyn Miller Reporter At Idaho State University, one of the most bustling weeks on campus is Homecoming Week. During the entire week, students have the opportunity to participate in numerous activities around campus. Though there are events all week, there are a few that stand out from the rest: True […]
Kyle Keckler News Reporter Recently, the Idaho State University Sexuality and Gender Alliance (SAGA) hosted, with the help of the ISU History Club and faculty, a lecture called “Drag Across the World.” Dr. Colin Johnson, professor in the College of Arts and Letters, gave the talk, outlining to the audience […]
Trystyn Miller Life Editor As ISU students embark on the final leg of the fall semester, one thing is on the minds of most professors and employees: spring semester. This upcoming spring semester, students are fortunate to have the continued support of the Academic Advising staff here at the university; […]
Austen Hunzeker Reporter The ISU Theater and Dance Department began the 2024-2025 school year of productions last weekend on Friday, Oct. 4th and 5th, with The Imaginary Invalid. This performance was the first of four productions slated for the year and had its final showings this weekend on Oct. 10th, […]
Kyle Keckler News Editor This semester marks the rollout of Idaho State University’s new course-material acquisition model, the ISU Book Bundle. The program aims to ensure students have the materials required for their classes as soon as possible; this is done by automatically ‘bundling’ course materials into one lump-sum fee […]