Recently, the company donated all the equipment necessary to perform two-meter temperature surveys to the Department of Geosciences. The donated equipment includes the necessary rods, thermometers, generators, and more for geologists to measure the temperature of the Earth two meters below the surface. The surveys are a quick, portable way to identify geothermal systems, fault zones, and more.

The equipment will be put to immediate use this summer during Field Camp at the Lost River Field Station. From there, it’ll help to expand the department's research and exploration capabilities.

Amit Koirala, a master’s student in civil engineering, recently returned from the Structural Engineering Institute’s Embodied Carbon Boot Camp in Cincinnati, Ohio.

As one of four students to receive a scholarship to attend the boot camp, Amit learned how structural engineers can design buildings that are better for the environment and how to measure and reduce carbon emissions from building materials using specialized tools and guidelines.

Bannock County, the Portneuf Valley Development Corporation, and Idaho National Laboratory will host a Nuclear Energy Forum on Wednesday, July 8, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Marsh Valley High School, 12651 S Old Hwy 91 in Arimo.

This forum is designed as a learning session to discuss the possibilities of next-generation energy in the community, review local feedback, and more.

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Dean's Excellence Fund Accepting Requests from Students

The College of Science and Engineering Dean's Excellence Fund is intended to support students in their journey through ISU. The Dean's Office is particularly interested in providing financial assistance to students who might not be able to enroll in or complete the semester because of short-term financial hardships. Students seeking such support should be in good academic standing.

If you know of a student who is in need of short-term support, please have them complete this form.

Beware of Phishing Emails Sent to Faculty, Staff and Students

ISU's Information Security Team has noted an increase in spam and phishing emails that are bypassing our standard filtering methods and reaching ISU inboxes. We are especially concerned about emails that include "A SPECIAL INVITATION FROM (Name)” in the subject line. These emails are being sent to ISU faculty, staff and students.

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New Regence Medical ID Cards Coming for the 2026–2027 Plan Year

As part of the new medical and dental plan year beginning July 1 and ending June 30, 2027, Regence will be issuing new medical ID cards to all enrolled members. You may have received an email from Regence this week that welcomed you to the plan. Please note that coverage has not changed, and the welcome email is related to the start of the new medical and dental plan year.

The new cards will include updated group and policy numbers. Once you receive your new card, please be sure to provide it to your medical providers and pharmacies so they can update their records.

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Update to State Travel Policy: Reimbursements Must be Submitted Within 90 Days of Travel

The Idaho State Board of Examiners recently approved changes to the State Travel Policy that take effect on July 1. Because state policy supersedes University policy, ISU must follow these new requirements.

Effective July 1, travel expenses submitted more than 90 calendar days after travel is completed will not be reimbursed unless exceptional circumstances exist and written approval is granted. Travelers are encouraged to submit expense reports and reconcile travel card transactions as soon as possible following travel.

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June 29: Early-8 and Middle-4 final grading opens

June 29: Late-6 courses start

June 30: Early-6 final grading closes at 4:00pm

July 3: Independence Day Holiday Observed (Friday - no classes)

July 3: Last day to add/drop Late-6 courses

July 4: Independence Day (Saturday - no classes)

July 10: Last day to WITHDRAW from Late-8 courses

July 13: Late-4 courses start

July 14: Early-8 and Middle-4 final grading closes at 4:00pm

July 17: Last day to add/drop Late-4 courses

July 17: Last day to WITHDRAW from Late-6 courses

July 24: Last day to WITHDRAW from Late-4 courses

July 27: Full term, Late-8, Late-6 and Late-4 final grading opens

Updates can also be found on Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), LinkedIn, Bluesky, and Instagram. To add events to the calendar, please contact the Administrative Assistants in your department. The university-wide calendar of events is available here.