Monay, August 18, 2025

Faculty and Staff Invited to Attend New Student Convocation this Friday

Student making ROAR signals with their hands

All university faculty and staff are invited to attend New Student Convocation on Friday, August 22. The convocation ceremony will be at 5 p.m. on the lawn just north of Frazier Hall, followed by the traditional New Student March through the Arch. This milestone event calls together the entire campus community to welcome our newest members of the Bengal family.

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Invitation to Participate in Indigenous Peoples Day Oct. 13

Indigenous Peoples Day will take place on Monday, October 13, 2025. This year’s theme, "Indigenous Joy: Celebrating Strength & Resilience," offers an important opportunity to honor the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of Indigenous peoples, with a focus on the strength and resilience that have guided these communities through generations.

Canvas Transition FAQ Resource for Faculty

As ISU transitions to Canvas, ISU’s Instructional Technology Resource Center is here to help. We’ve gathered the most common questions we’re hearing from your colleagues and compiled them into a quick-reference FAQ. From course setup and publishing, to Moodle backups and quizzes, this guide is designed to get you the answers you need—fast.

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News and Updates

Students Earn Three Awards at 2025 INBRE Conference

Town Hall: Legislation Related to DEI and Its Impact

ITRC Faculty Support During Canvas Transition

RSVP Now: Advising Symposium September 12

Classified Employment Opportunities

Non-Classified Employment Opportunities

Bengal Management Essentials Workshop Series

Legal Training: FERPA

Fidelity Representatives on Campus

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