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ISU Research into Earthquake-Resilient Bridges Wins National Award from AASHTO
A project spearheaded by structural engineers at Idaho State University and the Idaho Transportation Department has taken home one of the transportation sector's highest research awards.
The project, “Experimental Validation of Repair Methods for Earthquake-Damaged Bridges Incorporating ITD’s Precast Pier System,” was named a winner of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) High Value Research awards.
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CoSE students cleaned up the awards at the Idaho State University Graduate School’s Three-Minute Thesis event.
Callan Norby, Arifa Islam Champa, Md Fazle Rabbi, and Dallin Stokes took home 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and People’s Choice, respectively.
At the competition, 33 graduate students were challenged to present their research in three minutes to a general audience.
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Eleven of our SPARK a FIRE scholars just got back from spending three days on a fully-funded trip to the 2024 S-STEM Scholars and PI Meeting in Chicago!
While in the Windy City, the group had a chance to network with potential employers and graduate degree programs, attend workshops, and more. Two students, Yuridia Vega Gonzalez and Juliette Rollins, were also selected to present their research at the conference. They also did a bit of sightseeing and even had a chance to get some Chicago-style deep-dish pizza.
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The Future Health Professionals of America club has had a busy fall semester!
They’ve collected food for Benny’s Pantry, helped at the Rake-A-Difference event, held a resume workshop, and more! Looking ahead, they’ll be hosting a meditation session on December 6, CPR Training in January, and a blood drive during the spring semester, to name a few.
Any and all students are welcome to join FHPA and participate in their monthly meetings and activities. The club is based out of the Idaho Falls campus.
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Amy Wuest Named Idaho State University’s Director of Research Development
Amy Wuest has been named ISU’s Director of Research Development. Research Development is a new office housed in the Office for Research. Wuest is ISU’s first Director of Research Development.
The Office of Research Development will support the ISU research enterprise by supporting grant-seeking, catalyzing new research initiatives, fostering collaboration, and working directly with faculty to increase the competitiveness of grant applications.
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Entries Sought for Molecular Research Core Facility's Microscopy Competition
ISU's Molecular Research Core Facility is looking for entries in its student microscopy competition.
ISU students can enter images from their research projects or as hobby microscopists.
The winning image will be selected based on the creativity/originality of the image, the image description and/or impact to research, and its artistic and visual characteristics.
The winner will receive a certificate of achievement and the image will be displayed at the MRCF. Entries are due December 13 at midnight.
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Volunteers Needed for Idaho STEM Action Center's Hour of Code Events
The Idaho STEM Action Center is looking for volunteers to help host Hour of Code activities in elementary schools in Pocatello and around East Idaho from December 9 through 15.
Volunteers do not need to have any coding experience or know anything about computer coding. They just need to be willing to sit with the students, ask them questions, and learn alongside them. Volunteers are asked to participate for an hour (or more if able).
If you would like to volunteer or have questions, contact Sarah Howard, STEM Foundation and Development Manager with the Idaho STEM Action Center, at sarah.howard@stem.idaho.gov.
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Join us for Coffee and Donuts on Dec. 2 and 4
The CoSE Senators, Diya Pandey and Saugat Acharya, and the Dean's Office will have free coffee and donuts for students, faculty, and staff on Monday, December 2, and Wednesday, December 4. You'll find the warm beverages and breakfast items at:
Monday, December 2
Gale Life Sciences Building, 1st-floor lobby: 7:45 – 11:00 a.m.
Physical Science Complex, Room 204: 8:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Wednesday, December 4
Physical Science Complex, Chemistry Atrium: 7:45 – 11:00 a.m.
Lillibridge Engineering Building, 1st-floor lobby: 8:00 – 11:00 a.m.
The coffee and donuts are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and quantities are limited. We look forward to seeing you there!
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Outstanding Student Achievement Award Nominations Open
The time has come to celebrate our exceptional graduating students with the prestigious Outstanding Student Achievement Awards – the highest honor bestowed upon graduating scholars at Idaho State University. This award recognizes their outstanding scholastic achievement and remarkable community service.
The formal awards celebration will take place at the ICCU Bengal Alumni Center on Thursday, Feb. 6, from 6 to 8 p.m.
To nominate a student, click here. Nominations are due November 22.
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Nominations Open for Distinguished Faculty
Celebrate the exceptional work of Idaho State University faculty by submitting nominations for the 2025 Distinguished Faculty Awards. This is your opportunity to recognize colleagues who inspire students, contribute to the advancement of their fields, and make a meaningful impact on our community. Award recipients will be honored at a special reception in April and recognized during the 2025 Commencement ceremony.
Nominations for the Distinguished Teacher, Service, and Researcher are due by 5 p.m. on Friday, January 17.
For questions and to nominate an individual, contact Michelle Collier at michellecollier@isu.edu or ext. 6311.
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CoSE Food Drive for Benny's Pantry Underway
We are collecting nonperishable and nonexpired food items for Benny's Pantry until December 15, such as:
Infant/toddler items: formula, diapers, wipes
Pantry staples: flour, sugar, oil, and butter
Beverages: tea, coffee, and powdered juices
Canned meats like tuna, chicken, ham, etc.
Canned or bottled soups and sauces
Canned or dried vegetables and fruits
Personal care and hygiene products
Dry grains, rice, pasta, and beans
Condiments and seasonings
Breakfast and snack foods
Items can be dropped off in Physical Science Complex Room 120. Each item donated gets you a raffle ticket for a chance to win gift baskets, treats from The Popcorn Shop, a pizza lunch for your office, a yogurt parfait breakfast bar, and more.
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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.
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Shingles Vaccines at Bengal Pharmacy
ISU Bengal Pharmacy, with two convenient locations: 990 S 8th Ave (above Student Health Center) and 4914 Yellowstone Ave, offers shingles vaccines to keep you protected. Their experienced pharmacy team, including licensed pharmacists from the College of Pharmacy, is here to make the process easy, safe, and comfortable.
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Tree Lighting Festival December 2
Come and watch ISU light the holiday tree outside the Pond Student Union on Monday, December 2 at 7 p.m. Enjoy treats, hot chocolate, crafts, and visit with Santa indoors.
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2024 National Outdoor Book Award Winners Announced
Finding one’s way in the depths of the Grand Canyon, teaching kids how to identify birds, working with researchers as they unlock the secrets of plants. These topics and many more are among the winners of the 2024 National Outdoor Book Awards.
A total of 15 books were chosen as winners in this year's program which is now in its twenty-eighth year. Sponsors of the program include the National Outdoor Book Awards Foundation, Idaho State University and the Association of Outdoor Recreation and Education.
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| November 25 | Fall recess (no classes -- Thanksgiving Break) | | December 2 | Late 8-week and full semester course grading opens | | December 9 | Finals week | | December 13 | Fall 2024 Classes End | | December 14 | Commencement (August and December 2024 graduates) | | December 17 | Late 8-week and full semester course grading closes at 5:00 pm | | January 13 | Spring classes begin | | January 20 | Martin Luther King Jr./Human Rights holiday (no classes) | | |
Upcoming Events in the College of Science and Engineering | |
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Department/Program
Physics
Event
Colloquium: Photoinduced Dynamics in Correlated Magnetic Insulators
Curtis Jonathan Bernard
Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich
Details
Mon, Nov 18
4 - 5 pm
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Department/Program
Biological Sciences
Event
Social
Details
Thu, Nov 21
3:30 pm
GLS Lobby
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Department/Program
Biological Sciences
Event
Seminar: Title TBD
Oscar Vivas
University of Washington
Details
Thu, Nov 21
3:30 pm
LC 10
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Department/Program
Physics
Event
Colloquium: High-Dimensional Methylation Data Analysis in Cancer Using Trans-dimensional Markov Chair Monte Carlo
Details
Thu, Dec 3
3:30 pm
PS 307
https://isu.zoom.us/j/89396079478
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Department/Program
Geosciences
Event
Colloquium: Title TBD
Luke Parsons
The Nature Conservancy
Details
Wed, Dec 4
4 - 5 pm
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Department/Program
Biological Sciences
Event
Social
Details
Thu, Dec 5
3:30 pm
GLS Lobby
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Department/Program
Biological Sciences
Event
Seminar: Title TBD
Trevor Caughlin
Boise State University
Details
Thu, Dec 5
4 pm
LC 10
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Department/Program
Chemistry
Event
End of Semester Party
Details
Thu, Dec 5
6 - 8 pm
The College Market
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Help Us Share Your Accomplishments!
Our College’s outstanding faculty, staff, and students achieve many notable research and professional accomplishments. In addition, our departments regularly have newsworthy advancements. We want to make sure those stories are shared publicly. Here are a few ways you can provide a news tip to help get the word out:
Use this Story Submission Form to send your news tip to the Office of Marketing and Communications.
Send an email to Logan McDougall (loganmcdougall@isu.edu) with a brief description of the news to be shared.
You are always welcome to create a draft story, submit it via the Story Submission Form, or send it to Logan. The Office of Marketing and Communications and Logan will coordinate to get the story finalized and distributed to the media outlets/platforms that best tell the story.
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