Idaho State Today: December 21

Thursday, December 21, 2023

Robert W. Wagner Named Idaho State University's 14th President

The Idaho State Board of Education has named Robert W. Wagner as the next president of Idaho State University. Dr. Wagner is the Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Utah State University.

Previously, Dr. Wagner served in various positions at USU including Vice President of Academic and Instruction Services and Executive Vice Provost and Dean. › Read More ‹

ISU Awarded Grants to Increase Support for Children who are Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing

The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders was recently awarded two grants from the Office of Special Education Personnel Preparation totaling $2.2 million over the next five years. Funds will train and provide financial support to 42 scholars who will be related service providers and educators focused on serving children who are Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing in early intervention.

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Dr. Cory Bennett Leads Publication for NCSM: Leadership in Mathematics Education

Chair and professor for the Teaching and Educational Studies Department, Dr. Cory Bennett recently led the publication of a new position paper on Supporting All Students through Flexible Grouping Strategies. The paper centers on using strengths-based flexible grouping practices to create inclusive classrooms to appropriately develop students’ mathematical talents.

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News and Updates

Global Studies Program Plans for Revitalization, Hires New Director

ISU and Farm Bureau Enter Third Year of Summer Theatre Partnership

ISU students' dedication to sharing women's stories

All University Student Research Day March 2024

Idaho State Welcomes Sustainability Manager

Faculty/Staff Headshots Available on the First Tuesday of Each Month

November Be a Bengal Nominees

All Invited to a Farewell Reception for Amy and Catherine Rider

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