Idaho State Today: April 28

Monday, April 28, 2025

Bridging the Distance: How a Robot is Helping Build Connection Across Campuses

College of Pharmacy Dean Machine at Anchorage, AK

In a world of hybrid work and virtual learning environments, creating meaningful, spontaneous human connection is one of the biggest challenges higher education faces—especially when operating across multiple campuses. At the L.S. Skaggs College of Pharmacy, we deliver a synchronous Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program across three campuses: Pocatello, Meridian, and Anchorage. Administrators, including the dean, can only be physically present at one site at a time.

› Read More About the Robot ‹

Lights, Sound, Action! Drama, Direction, and Discovery at One-Act Festival

More than 250 students from 17 high schools across the state attended the annual High School One-Act Competition and Theatre Workshops. This annual high-energy event combines student competition with hands-on learning, offering workshops in everything from lighting and sound to stage combat, stage makeup, improv, and playwriting.

Recordings and Feedback Opportunity for College of Science and Engineering Dean Search

Open forum recordings from each of the three candidate finalists for a College of Science and Engineering dean are available on the search website. All are invited to review and provide feedback utilizing the feedback form by Thursday, May 1 at 5 p.m.

› Watch the COSE Dean Finalists Forums ‹

News and Updates

Benefits Open Enrollment April 28 - May 6

Office of Research End of Semester Reception April 29

Wednesday Webinar: Meet the Neighbors: Building Community in ISU Canvas

INBRE Campus Leadership Transition

Monday Morning Mentor: How Can I Assess Active Learning Strategies in the Classroom?

End of Semester Tips for Faculty Working with ISU Student Athletes

Fall Canvas Launch: Faculty Needs Survey Closes May 5

Summer Hours to Start Monday, May 12

Retirement Reception for Mia Benkenstein May 6

Celebratory 5k to Honor the Retirement of Kevin Marsh May 2

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