ISU Alumni Bonnie and Alan Frantz Continue Legacy of Service with New Scholarship Endowment

ISU alumni Bonnie and Alan Frantz, lifelong educators and devoted Bengals, have established a new scholarship endowment at Idaho State University, continuing their legacy of service, learning, and love for the campus where their story began.

ISU Debate Team Achieves Success at Prestigious Northwest Tournaments

The Idaho State University James M. and Sharon E. Rupp Debate Society showcased strong performances at back-to-back tournaments hosted by Lewis and Clark College in Portland, Oregon, from October 10-12, 2025. The team competed against a field of more than 650 entries from 37 universities from across the nation.

Building Bengal Pride Through Esports

Dean Kandi Turley-Ames sits down with Direct Communications CEO Tim May and ISU student Derek Hansen to discuss the rise of esports at Idaho State and how a new on-campus arena is shaping the future of competition, community, and Bengal pride.

ISU School of Performing Arts Presents

“A Christmas Carol”

The Idaho State University School of Performing Arts invites the community to embrace the holiday spirit with its enchanting production of A Christmas Carol, running November 14–21 at the Stephens Performing Arts Center—where festive storytelling meets the sparkle of the Festival of Trees.

ROAR Together: Building Idaho’s Future with Rural Communities - American Falls

In the small but mighty community of American Falls, Superintendent Randy Jensen’s four decades of leadership have transformed local education—proving that when schools uplift families, entire towns thrive. Discover how this rural Idaho district is redefining success through innovation, unity, and heart.

Idaho State University to Host Visiting Artist Roland Becerra’s Lifestyles and Rituals Exhibition and Screening of Animated Feature Film Agatha

Visiting artist Roland Becerra presents an October exhibition, Lifestyles and Rituals, along with a film screening and artist talk exploring art, animation, and storytelling.

This event is free and open to the public.

ISU Treasure Valley Social Work Program Connects Passion with Impact

Idaho State University’s Social Work Program in Meridian is turning passion into impact—placing students in real-world practicum experiences that lead directly to careers across Idaho. With growing community partnerships and a mission to serve, the program is shaping the future of social work, one student at a time.

Mexican Filmmaker Pierre Saint-Martin Castellanos Joins the 2025 Hispanic Film Festival

ISU graduate students had the rare chance to meet acclaimed Mexican filmmaker Pierre Saint-Martin Castellanos for a powerful virtual discussion of his award-winning film No nos moverán, exploring how humor, memory, and resilience intertwine in Mexico’s cinematic storytelling.

Grace Stander Named October

CPI of the Month

Grace Stander, an intern in the Department of Anthropology and Languages, is October's CPI of the month.

Building Confidence Through Conferences in Graduate Research

With a little encouragement and a lot of courage, ISU graduate student Derrick Owusu transformed conference nerves into confidence as he presented his research on colonial Ghana at the Rocky Mountain Workshop on African History—proving how mentorship can unlock a scholar’s voice.

From Searching to Thriving: Jason Kindree’s Summer Journey with the City of Pocatello

When first-year doctoral student Jason Kindree stumbled upon a summer job fair, he had no idea it would lead to a life-changing internship with the City of Pocatello—one that ignited his passion for history, fueled his research, and turned uncertainty into purpose.

Tessa Anderson receives Excellence in General Education Teaching Award

ISU Psychology Assistant Lecturer Tessa Anderson, MS, has been selected to receive the Excellence in General Education Teaching Award in Objective 6: Social and Behavioral Ways of Knowing for the 2024–2025 academic year.

New Book Review out in Hispania

Dr. Marin Laufenberg’s latest book review appears in the Fall 2025 issue of Hispania, highlighting her ongoing scholarship in Hispanic studies and inspiring graduate students who will craft and publish their own reviews in her upcoming Spring 2026 Literary Theory course.

From the Field to the Force: How Akilah Lacey Built a Life of Service and Leadership

From football fields to police leadership, Akilah Lacey’s journey from California to Idaho is a story of perseverance, purpose, and transformation—proof that true service begins with finding your own calling.

Pocatello's Orla O'Connor strikes gold at international fiddle competition in Ireland

From rural Ireland to rural Idaho, Orla O’Connor’s journey has come full circle—earning her the title of world champion fiddler after outplaying 15 top musicians on the global stage in Ireland.