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College of Arts and Letters Newsletter | September 2023

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Join Pulitzer Prize author, James Risen, as he discusses his newly released, New York Times Best Seller, The Last Honest Man.
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Including Indigenous Perspectives

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Making the World Better for LGBTQ Youth and the Field of Political Science

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“I want the youth to know their identities are valued. Trying to make the world better for them is why I do this work.”


Read Edward's Story

First Generation College Student Gets Unique Research Experience

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“The insights gained from this work could inform clinical practices, such as physical therapy, by helping professionals better understand post-injury behavior."


Read Diana's Story

Theatre Students Provide Valuable Real-World Practice for Healthcare Students

What made this simulation truly unique was the involvement of Theatre students, who took on the role of Avery, adding realism to the exercise.



Read the Simulation Story

McCurdy Endowment Anniversary

On October 4, we remember the life of Dr. William (Bill) McCurdy, a remarkable Philosophy faculty member who inspired countless students.

A Letter from Kandi

Black Rock & Sage Launches to Standing-Room-Only Crowd

Black Rock & Sage

ISU's Journal of Creative Works

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musical compositions

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poetry and prose

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Alumni Highlight

Gabe Lowman: Alumni, Choir Pianist, and Teacher

Gabe Lowman stands in front of a body of water in Switzerland with mountains and boats in the background. The sky and water are both very blue. It is daytime.
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Meet the guy behind the piano at ISU choir concerts, Gabe Lowman.

Announcements & Events

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LGBTQ History Month Events at ISU

Events are free and open to the public. We hope you will join us! 

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Western Literary Association Conference 2023

The Western Literature Association (WLA) will be holding their 57th annual conference “Home on the Rez: Sovereignty and Sustainability” at the Shoshone-Bannock Hotel and Casino from Wednesday, October 11 through Saturday, October 14, 2023. Events are free and open to the public, and free shuttles will be provided.

Visit the WLAC Website for Details

Join Pulitzer Prize author, James Risen, as he discusses his newly released, New York Times Best Seller, The Last Honest Man.

October 20, 6-8 pm @ the Bilyeu Theatre in Frazier Hall

Frazier Hall, E Carter St, Pocatello, ID 83209


About The Last Honest Man:

In this “gripping, spectacular piece of reporting” (Ken Burns), a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist examines Senator Frank Church, the man at the center of numerous investigations into the abuses of power within the American government.


Additional Panel Members:

Kellee Kirkpatrick - Political Science

Zac Gershberg - Comm, Media, and Persuasion

Colin Johnson - Political Science

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ISU School of Performing Arts Upcoming Events

Request for Proposals | Undergraduate Student Travel


The College of Arts and Letters seeks proposals for travel funds from full-time undergraduate students in the college.

Student Travel Requests

English Meet and Greet



Thursday, October 19

12:15-1:15 PM

Liberal Arts Building.


Current and prospective English majors and minors, come meet the faculty.


FEATURING BENNY BENGAL

Bring a favorite book from an English or Philosophy course and get your picture taken with Benny!

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Shawn Edrington works alongside a student in his digital media class. The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Digital Media has been a popular program here at ISU since its recent inception.

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