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ISU Alum Cy Nadler: Helping Kids and Families with Autism

Dr. Cy Nadler, who graduated from Idaho State University in 2012 with a degree in Clinical Psychology, is making a big difference in the lives of kids and families.

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The People in the Shadows

Mel Anderson overcame a childhood of unimaginable abuse to earn her PhD, transforming her pain into a passion for education and healing.

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ISU Impact Engaging with the college of arts and letters

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Dean Kandi Turley-Ames talks with ISU alumnus Stuart Summers and Professor Karen Hartman about crisis communication, Stuart’s experiences at ISU, and his insights on proactive engagement in high-stakes situations.

The Value of Being Proactive

"Communication is a hundred percent one of the top

priorities in medicine."

A Rural Health Information Hub article spotlights ISU's Health Resources and Services Administration grant, Hispanic Health Track, and Spanish for Health Professions training from a PA perspective.

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Applied Behavior Analysis at ISU Becomes Idaho’s First and Only ABAI Verified Course Sequence Program

ISU’s new ABAI-Verified Course Sequence program helps address Idaho’s shortage of certified behavior analysts, expanding access to evidence-based care for those with autism and mental health challenges. It strengthens local support systems and promotes a healthier community.

VCS Designation

Honors Orchestras Bring Music and Connection to ISU Campus

More than 250 young musicians and their dedicated teachers from across eastern Idaho gathered at the Pocatello campus on Friday, January 17 for the annual East Idaho Honors Orchestras event.

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Honors Orchestra

Remembering Judge Peter D. McDermott: A Lifelong Advocate for Justice and Idaho State

The ISU community mourns the loss of Judge Peter D. McDermott, a cherished alumnus, mentor, and friend, who passed away on January 9, 2025.

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Read about Judge McDermott’s Legacy

Spanish MA Students Work With Contemporary Argentine Playwrights

How do you translate humor, culture, and emotion across languages? Discover how ISU Spanish MA students tackled these challenges while collaborating with contemporary Argentine playwrights.

Theatre in Translation

Congratulations to the recipients of ISU's Internal Grants Program College of Arts and Letters Awardees:


Jose Eduardo Villalobos Graillet, Anthropology and Languages

Censorship and Queer Representation in Eloy de la Iglesia's La Semana del Asesino (1972)


Erika Fulton, Psychology

Overconfidence in Political Information Processing: The Role of Cognitive Style, Cognitive Ability, and Cognitive Certainty


Georgia Hart-Fredeluces, Anthropology and Languages

Impacts of Landowner Environmental Stewardship Decisions on Camas Plants in Southern Idaho


Justin Stover, History

Confronting Ruin: Environmental Compensation and Reconstruction in Post-Revolution Ireland


Jenna McLean, Music

Album Project: For Your Love


Kirsten Mink, Anthropology and Languages

Segregation, Identification, and Building Future Research with the BVAR Skeletal Collection: Capacity Building for Biological, Archaeo-chemical, and Forensic Anthropology in Idaho

Internal Small Grant Awardees

Combining Positive Psychology and Clinical Insights

Joshua Swift, Ph.D., combines insights from positive psychology and clinical psychology in his new book, Becoming Happy: A Guide to Self-Care, Life Satisfaction, and Well-Being, offering evidence-based strategies for improving happiness through physical, mental, behavioral, and social well-being.

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Read about Becoming Happy

Student Achievements

Congratulations to our 508 Dean's List Recipients for Fall 2024!

Earning a spot on the Dean’s List is a remarkable achievement, reflecting outstanding dedication, hard work, and academic excellence.

Inspiring Growth Through Strengths at ISU

ISU is empowering student interns to discover and develop their unique talents through the CliftonStrengths® workshops offered on campus.

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 Brynli Nalder Named January CPI of the Month

Brynli Nalder is a senior psychology major and holds a peer advisor career path internship (CPI) with the Office of Academic Advising.

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Read about Brynli

International Student Voices: Aniqa Jahangeer from Pakistan

Aniqa Jahangeer, a Ph.D. student from Pakistan, found her academic and professional fit at ISU, where the diverse faculty and rich English programs align with her passion for language, teaching, and research.

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Read about Aniqa

Events

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2025 Faculty Art Exhibition

January 21 – February 14 | Gallery Hours: Monday–Friday, 12–6 PM | John B. Davis Gallery, Fine Arts Building, Room 105



Explore a showcase of faculty artwork at the John B. Davis Gallery.

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Humanities Café: Celebrating Women in Music

February 6 | 6-8 PM | Union Tap Room, 230 W Bonneville St, Pocatello

Join us for an evening of music and conversation at the next Humanities Café with reimagined Schubert serenades by Geoffrey Friedley and Bill O’Brien, along with works by women composers presented by Diana Livingston Friedley.


Appetizers begin at 6. Presentations begin at 6:30. All are welcome to this free event!

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ISU Jazz Fest Presents Randy Gloss and Friends

February 7 | 7-10 PM | Station Square, 200 S Main St Pocatello

February 8 | 7:30 PM | Jensen Hall in the Stephen's Performing Arts Center


Friday night, join us for a night of live jazz music with Randy Gloss and the ISU Faculty Sextet, presenting a mix of world music including Indian, Brazilian, Arabic, and American influences. Saturday's concert will feature Randy Gloss with the ISU Faculty Sextet and the newly formed Commercial Music Big Band. 

Save the Date: 54th Annual Frank Church Symposium

April 10-11, 2025



We warmly welcome the community to join us for impactful discussions led by scholars and practitioners worldwide on the topic of this year’s theme, Women Today: Politics, Perception, and Power.

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2025 Cramsesh

Thursday, April 24 | 3-6 | REND Suites.



Join us for a productive and fun work session featuring pizza, snacks, prizes, and quiet camaraderie! Bring your projects and laptops—set goals, get things done, and celebrate your progress with a supportive group!

Announcements

Present Your Research at the 2025 Research and Creative Works Symposium


Submissions are being accepted until February 26 for the Research and Creative Works Symposium on March 19, 2025.

Submission Details

Undergraduate Student Travel Requests


The College of Arts and Letters is accepting proposals for travel funds from full-time undergraduate students in the college. We recommend you apply as soon as possible.

Request for Travel

Graduate Student Conference and Research Travel Support


The Graduate School has collaborated with ASISU to offer Conference and Research Travel Support to graduate students.

Request Funding Support

ISU Music Audition Day – February 22, 2025


Interested in becoming a music major or joining ISU's ensembles? Audition on February 22 at the Fine Arts Building in Pocatello! Scholarships are available for all ensemble participants, regardless of major.


Learn about audition requirements:

Apply and Audition at ISU

Check the Music Departmental Handbook for detailed audition guidelines.


Out-of-state or unable to attend? Video auditions are welcome.


Reach out to Dr. Thomas Kloss at klosthom@isu.edu for more information.

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