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ISU to Offer Bachelor’s in Artificial Intelligence Sciences Starting Fall 2026
Idaho State University will soon be offering a degree in one of the world’s most in-demand fields. Recently, ISU received the go-ahead to begin enrolling students in a bachelor’s degree program in artificial intelligence sciences starting this fall.
Shared between the Departments of Mathematics & Statistics and Computer Science, the new degree will help address the growing demand for AI professionals.
| | | Congrats our Distinguished Faculty Winners! | | |
Distinguished Teacher
Kendra Murray
Associate Professor
Geosciences
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Distinguished Researcher
Donna Delparte
Professor
Geosciences
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Kudos, Reece Foulkrod!
Reece, a senior majoring in computer science, took home 2nd Place in the Career Center's 2026 Student Employee of the Year contest. He has been working in the Research in Intelligence, Game, HCI Technique Lab as an undergraduate student researcher on a Virtual Reality research project funded by Idaho National Laboratory through the Laboratory Directed Research and Development program since Summer 2025.
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CoSE Election Results
The election results are in, and the new committee representatives are:
Executive Committee - Amir Ali
Executive Committee - Mostafa Fouda
Graduate Council - Devaleena Pradhan
University Library Council - Joshua Grinath
University Honors Program - Sherry Adams
Open Educational Resources Committee - Todd Morris
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CoSE Spring Forum and Social Hour Scheduled for April 30
All faculty and staff are invited to the CoSE Spring Forum and Social Hour on Thursday, April 30, from 3 to 4:30 p.m. in Physical Science Complex Room 144.
A social hour will follow in the PSC Atrium.
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Civil Engineering graduate students, Rosham Sharma and Amit Koirala, along with undergrads, Uddhav Kumar Dev and Prajita Budhathoki, spent three days at the International Mass Timber Conference in Portland, Oregon.
At the event, the group presented two research posters and had the chance to learn about the latest advancements in the mass timber industry and network with professionals from around the globe.
The group has been working under the guidance of Mustafa Mashal, Jared Cantrell, Justin Brown, Wenchen Dong, and Alessandro Palermo.
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Idaho Postdocs to Host Virtual Session on Visa and Immigration Policies
Postdocs from Idaho State University, University of Idaho, and Boise State University will host a webinar on navigating visa and immigration policies for international researchers, featuring Brendan Delay, an attorney with Frank & Delaney. The session is open to all postdocs, graduate students, and faculty communities who wish to better understand US visa procedures.
The webinar will be held on Thursday, April 23, at 12:30 p.m. Registration is required.
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Office of Sustainability to Host Earth Forum on April 22
The Office of Sustainability will host the Earth Forum on April 22, Earth Day, starting at 9 a.m. in the Pond Student Union Building Ballroom. This campus-wide event will celebrate sustainability efforts at ISU and engage in meaningful conversations around our collective future.
The program will feature keynote remarks from the Vice President of Operations and the Vice President of Research, followed by panel discussions across various sustainability themes, a networking session, student poster presentations, and recognition through sustainability-related awards.
Registration is required. If you have questions about the event, contact Pallavi Pokharel, sustainability manager, at pallavipokharel@isu.edu.
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Bengal Bio Open House Scheduled for April 25
Know a student interested in pursuing a STEAM career?
The Department of Biological Sciences will host the Bengal Bio Open House on Saturday, April 25, from 8:45 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Gale Life Science Building. At the event, students ages 14+ can learn more about ISU degrees, student clubs, scholarship and internship opportunities, and more. Lunch will be provided.
Spots are limited, and registration is required.
If you have questions about the open house, contact Kasey Wozniak at woznkase@isu.edu.
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YOU'RE INVITED! Donuts with the Dean, Students, and Faculty - April 28, 29, and 30
Donuts will be served:
Tuesday, April 28 | 9:30 - 11 a.m.
Lillibridge Engineering Building lobby
Wednesday, April 29 | 9:30 - 11 a.m.
Physical Science Complex atrium
Thursday, April 30 | 9:30 - 11 a.m.
Gale Life Science Building lobby
The event is organized in collaboration with CoSE's ASISU Senators and the Dean's Office.
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RFPs Sought For Proposal Assistance Toward High-impact Funding Award
The Proposal Assistance Toward High-impact funding (PATH) Award is a new internal grant designed to support principal investigators on a trajectory to submit external large-scale funding proposals of at least $1 million.
PIs are expected to develop projects that will address priority topics for ISU (health, energy, environmental stewardship and security, and community connection), have the strong potential to build research capacity and promote collaboration, and drive innovation and impact. All projects will be considered, including projects conducting or developing research, instruction, program development, outreach, service, workforce development, etc.
The first PATH deadline is May 1. If you have questions, reach out to Michele Brumley. For application submission, applicants must work with Steve Wright in the Office of Sponsored Programs and Support to submit and route proposals through Cayuse.
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Faculty Drop-in Hours with Dean Widmann
Dean Widmann invites faculty to a drop-in hour on the third Thursday of each month, from 1 to 2 p.m., in Room 121 of the Physical Science Complex. The next will be held on Thursday, May 21.
This optional opportunity gives faculty a chance to chat with the Dean about projects, ask questions, share successes, and provide input regarding the future of the College.
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CLIE Seeks Proposals for Fall 2026 Workshops
The Center for Learning and Instructional Excellence is seeking proposals from all faculty, clinical faculty, and adjunct faculty interested in sharing their interests, expertise, and teaching insights through our upcoming programs.
- Faculty Lecture Series ($200 stipend) - “One Thing Everyone Should Know About…” Share a big idea, theory, book, or finding from your discipline or research that everyone should know. Target audience: faculty, staff, students, and community members.
- Master Teacher Series ($200 stipend) - Present an innovative or effective teaching strategy others can adapt for their own courses. Target audience: faculty and graduate teaching assistants.
- Faculty Learning Communities (FLCs, $600 stipend) - Lead a semester-long discussion group focused on a shared teaching and learning theme - such as student engagement, technology, or a book club.
All Faculty Lecture Series and Master Teacher Series presentations are scheduled from noon to 1 p.m. and will be hosted in Rendezvous 129. Faculty Learning Communities schedule meetings based on the group’s availability.
The deadline for submissions is June 1.
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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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CoSE Chairs and Directors Meeting Minutes
April 7, 2026
March 3, 2026
February 17, 2026
January 20, 2026
January 6, 2026
December 2, 2025
November 11, 2025
October 14, 2025
September 30, 2025
September 16, 2025
August 19, 2025
| | | | ISU Partners with Other Universities to Offer New Graduate Certification for Listening and Spoken Language | The AG Bell Academy for Listening and Spoken Language has formally approved an innovative pilot initiative, LSLS LaunchPad, designed to transform how future professionals prepare to support children who are deaf or hard of hearing (DHH) using Listening and Spoken Language (LSL) and their families. | | University Night at the Challenge Course | |
Join us for a night of fun, climbing the Challenge Course, and riding the giant swing on Wednesday, April 22, from 4 to 8 p.m. This is free for all ISU students, faculty, staff, and alumni. No experience needed to participate. There will be a free shuttle from on campus to the Challenge Course.
The Challenge Course is located at 1260 Barton Road.
| | Deferred Maintenance Projects in Administration Building Start This Week | The Administration Building will undergo a multi-phase deferred maintenance project starting this summer. This project will address failing HVAC systems and replace inefficient windows and lighting fixtures, leading to significant improvements in ongoing maintenance needs and energy efficiency.
The first phase of this project work will begin as soon as May 1 to the top floor of the building. Building occupants will be relocated for several months floor by floor, beginning with the 3rd floor. | | | April 27 | Late 8-week and full semester course grading opens | | May 4 | FINAL Examinations | | May 8 | Spring 2026 classes end | | May 9 | Commencement - Pocatello (May & August 2026 graduates) | | May 11 | Commencement - Meridian (May & August 2026 graduates) | | May 12 | Late 8-week and full semester course grading closes at 4:00 pm | | May 18 | Classes begin for Early-4, Early-6, Early-8 and Full term | | May 25 | Memorial Day holiday (Monday - no classes) | | | Upcoming Events in the College of Science and Engineering | | |
Department/Program
Biological Sciences
Event
Research Roundup
Details
Fri Apr 17
3 pm
GLS Lobby
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Department/Program
Biological Sciences
Event
Sagebrush Steppe Land Trust
Details
Mon Apr 20
1 pm
GLS 270
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Department/Program
Geosciences
Event
Graduate Student Talks
Details
Wed Apr 22
4 pm
PS 108
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Department/Program
Mathematics and Statistics
Event
Colloquium: 'Étude in F'
Rebeka Yates
Houghton University
Details
Wed Apr 22
4 pm
PS 308
https://isu.zoom.us/j/81849854948
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Department/Program
Mathematics and Statistics
Event
Colloquium: Exploring graph sensitivity
Cathy Kriloff
Idaho State University
Details
Thu Apr 23
4 pm
PS 308
https://isu.zoom.us/j/81849854948
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Department/Program
Biological Sciences
Event
Minshall Lecture
Amanda Subalusky
Details
Thu Apr 23
4 pm
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Department/Program
Mathematics and Statistics
Event
Colloquium: How to Lie with Graphs and Statistics
Crystine Chipman
Idaho State University
Details
Fri Apr 24
2 pm
PS 308
https://isu.zoom.us/j/84197528125
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Department/Program
ALL
Event
Donuts with the Dean and Faculty
Details
Tues Apr 28
9:30 to 11 am
LEL Lobby
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Department/Program
ALL
Event
Donuts with the Dean and Faculty
Details
Wed Apr 29
9:30 to 11 am
PSC Atrium
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Department/Program
Geosciences
Event
Seminar Presentation
Details
Wed Apr 29
4 pm
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Department/Program
ALL
Event
Donuts with the Dean and Faculty
Details
Thu Apr 30
9:30 to 11 am
GLS Lobby
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Department/Program
ALL
Event
CoSE Spring Forum and Social Hour
Details
Thu Apr 30
3 to 4:30 pm
PSC 144
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Department/Program
Biological Sciences
Event
Kavita Sharma
Idaho State University
Details
Thu Apr 30
4 pm
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Department/Program
Biological Sciences
Event
Senior Reception
Details
Fri May 8
2 pm
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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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