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March 3, 2021
Submit nominations for any of the following categories by visiting ISU Benny Awards.

Please direct any questions or comments to Jared Anderson at (208) 282-2380, andejar8@isu.edu or visit isu.edu/bennyawards for more information.
Stories Behind the Science: Breaking Barriers
This story is one in a series of stories written by student Makenzie Kohler highlighting student scientists. 

From an ear infection to meningitis, one germ is responsible and an Idaho State University student is helping solve the problem.

Read more about Hannah's research here.
Idaho State Hosting an In-Person Commencement Ceremony

We are excited to announce that Idaho State University will hold an in-person commencement ceremony on Saturday, April 24, to celebrate our graduates’ achievements.

All May 2021, August 2021, and any previous graduate affected by changes due to COVID-19 are invited to join us at these celebrations. Each graduate will receive a limited number of tickets for guests in Holt Arena, and the ceremony will also stream live online. Read more...
Student Completes Superbowl Internship

Idaho State Marketing Assistant, Trey Harmon, just returned from a 10-day internship at Super Bowl LV in Tampa Bay, Florida.

Harmon is currently a graduate student at Idaho State University working towards a master's degree of athletic administration. In Spring 2020, he graduated with his bachelor’s Degree in sports management. Read more...
Student Life
2021 Outstanding Student Award Winners Announced
Pep Band Creates Virtual Halftime Show
The Idaho State Pep Band created a virtual halftime show to be played at athletic events during COVID-19. This video features Stevie Wonder's hit song "I Wish" and the "ISU Fight Song."
Comebacks with Craig

Join Dean of Students Craig Chatriand every Friday on @isustudents Instagram as he responds to questions and feedback about your ISU experience.


Follow ISUStudents and watch previous Comebacks with Craig!
ASISU Elections

In the last ROAR Weekly, we addressed the role ASISU has played in addressing student concerns to administrations and how they can improve your college experience. Here is what candidates have to say about voting:

The students who are elected for office are the spokespeople for all students at ISU.
  1. You have a right to be heard and have your perspective represented. 
  2. You have the right to select the candidates who have your best interest in mind. 
  3. Voting is a way to be active in ensuring that your life on-campus is a positive experience. 
  4. Without voting, you cannot be accurately heard or represented; thus, your voice is limited. 
  5. You have every right to be selfish in your education, and Associated Students of Idaho State University (ASISU) will advocate for the right. 
Career/Job and Research Opportunities
7th Annual (Virtual) Graduate Research Symposium

You are invited to participate in this year’s 7th Annual (Virtual) Graduate Research Symposium on Wednesday, April 7, 2021. The symposium is a great opportunity to gain experience presenting your work and research, and to receive valuable insight from experts in your field. Graduate students of all disciplines and degree levels may present their in-progress or completed research from literature reviews, research projects, capstone projects, case studies, grant proposals, humanitarian trips, class papers, and other related scholarly or creative work. $500 prizes will be awarded for top Presentation, Poster, Creative Works, and People’s Choice categories.

Join us for our last two 30 minute information sessions
Tuesday, March 9 @ 8:30 am
Friday, March 12 @ 3:00 pm

2021 ISU Undergraduate Research Symposium

Abstracts for the 2021 ISU Undergraduate Research Symposium are being accepted now through March 20. The symposium will be held on Zoom April 8, 2- 4 p.m. Posters will be available for viewing on a separate platform. Click here to complete the abstract submission form. Additional information will be sent to you describing the requirements for the poster. If you have questions, contact Sonia Martinez or Deb Easterly.
Events
Open Kayaking
Outdoor Adventure Center

6pm - 8pm. Students and faculty are free to enjoy advised water activity. Equipment such as Kayaks, paddles, spray skirts are provided. Come and see what you’re capable of. Call the Outdoor Adventure Center to sign up. Groups limited to ten people. Transportation not provided.

All of March: Events are Free to Students
Pebble Creek Ski Area College
Outdoor Adventure Center

Try your hands at the steep slopes and view some awesome scenery. Just take your valid student Bengal card to the ticket window on Fridays and ski the whole mountain for just $30. The event occurs every Friday till it closes for the season. Call the Outdoor Adventure Center to sign up. Groups limited to ten people. Transportation not provided.

All of March: Events are Free to Students
Mindfulness Meditation

Mindfulness meditation is a proven way to help manage stress, and while fairly simple, not always easy. Having a group to meditate with makes it a little easier, and if you are new to meditation, we will provide instruction and guidance in the process. No experience necessary, it's free and all are welcome!

Weekly Wellness: Healthy Sexuality
Counseling and Testing

In this week's workshop, we will discuss communication and its role in healthy sexuality, prevention methods, and Sexually Transmitted Infections. Most of us will be sexually active at some point in our lives. This information may be useful to you now, in the future, or with a friend or partner.

Positive Body Symposium
ISU Gender Resource Center

The fifth annual Positive Body Symposium at Idaho State University is March 9 from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and features a keynote presentation by Amy Pence Brown, a body image activist.

AmeriCorps Virtual Panel and Info Session

The Career Center is hosting a virtual AmeriCorps Panel & Info Session featuring representatives and alumni from various programs. This is a perfect opportunity to learn about the myriad AmeriCorps programs and how they can support your career or academic path.

Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group

Losing a loved one to suicide can be a profoundly painful and isolating experience. The complexity of the emotions can feel overwhelming and often survivors struggle to know who to talk to for fear others won't understand. Counseling and Testing Service offers a group for survivors of suicide loss to connect with others who have suffered the loss of a loved one to suicide.

Weekly Wellness: Emotions

This workshop will do a quick overview of emotions and explore why understanding our emotions is so important for wellness and quality of life.

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