Idaho State Today: October 26

Thursday, October 26, 2023

Viruses Discovered by Idaho State Students May Yield New Treatments for Antibiotic-resistant Bacteria

There’s a KillerTomato lurking on the grounds of Idaho State University. Not to fear, though, this cold-blooded killer is only looking for victims of the bacterial variety. Discovered by students in ISU’s Bacteriophage Discovery and Genomics class, bacteriophages like KillerTomato are viruses that wield their genetic information like a weapon to infect bacteria.

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Reminder: Order Faculty Regalia By Nov. 1

If you plan to attend Winter Commencement on Dec. 16 as a faculty member, and need rental regalia, the deadline to order is Wednesday, Nov. 1. The university will cover the cost of all faculty rentals placed by this date. Please find instructions for ordering below.

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Help Us Celebrate Surpassing ISU’s $20 Million Scholarship Campaign Goal

In August, President Kevin Satterlee announced that Idaho State University surpassed its $20 million scholarship goal during its two-year scholarship campaign, raising over $24 million in support of student success. Now it’s time to celebrate together in our success.

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News and Updates

Job Posting: Executive Director, Idaho Falls Campus

ISU to Host World-Renowned Singer Allan Glassman

Admissions and Recruitment September Update

ISU School of Performing Arts Presents: “Ken Ludwig’s The Three Musketeers”

Legal Training: Contracts 201

United Way Campaign Update

Run to the Light Band Concert on Nov. 15

Win a $200 Amazon Gift Card. Take the Campus Dining Survey

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