Monday, May 12, 2025

The Idaho Museum of Natural History Receives Artemis I Moon Tree

A seedling whose beginnings were beyond this world has found a home at Idaho State University.

The Idaho Museum of Natural History has become the custodian of a Douglas fir Artemis Moon Tree. NASA’s Office of STEM Engagement Next Gen STEM Project partnered with U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service to fly five species of tree seeds aboard the Orion spacecraft during the successful uncrewed Artemis I test flight in 2022.

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More than 2,000 Honored at Commencement

Speaking from the podium at spring commencement ceremonies, Idaho State Alumni Donell Morgan told graduates he remembered being where they are today.

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Summer Planning with Delta Business SkyMiles

ISU has joined the FREE Delta SkyMiles loyalty program. Points generated in this program will help fund the overall graduate student travel budget at ISU.

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News and Updates

Wanted: CPI Stories

Renowned Graphic Novelist Ana Peñas Visits ISU’s MA in Spanish Spring Series

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