What's Happening in CoSE

ISU Prof. Honored with 2024 Broadening Participation Service Award by the Society for Integrative and Comparative Biology


An Idaho State University professor is being recognized for her commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice. 


Recently, the Society for Integrative and Comparative Biology (SICB) named Devaleena Pradhan, associate professor in the Department of Biological Sciences, one of the group’s winners of the 2024 Broadening Participation Service Award. The honor highlights the winners’ "outstanding commitment to and promotion of DEIJ in integrative and comparative biology.”

ISU Inks Research Collaboration MoUs with Australian University and University of Doha for Science and Technology


Idaho State University faculty, researchers, and students are set to collaborate with their counterparts more than 7,000 miles away under a pair of new Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with two institutions. 

Annual Dean Feedback Survey Open


Each year, the Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs completes an annual evaluation of Deans. The feedback collected in this survey will provide information for consideration in these annual performance evaluations. This survey should take about ten minutes to complete. With the exception of the verbatim comments at the end of the survey that will be shared with the Deans, all information will remain confidential. Only aggregate data will be shared with the Dean being evaluated. This survey is completely anonymous AND will not track any identifying information.

ISU Center for Ecological Research and Education Issues Requests for Proposals


Idaho State University's Center for Ecological Research and Education is seeking a pair of proposals for this year's small grants program.


One focuses on research and synergistic activities, and the second focuses on supporting partnerships and our broader community.


The deadline for priority consideration is Monday, February 19.

Pacific Basin Nuclear Conference Seeks Abstracts, Papers


The Pacific Basin Nuclear Conference is looking for abstracts and papers to be featured in a presentation or a five-minute lightning talk.


The meeting will be held October 7 through 10 at the Blue Cross of Idaho Conference Center in Idaho Falls. The conference is sponsored by the Pacific Nuclear Council and American Nuclear Society.

Volunteers Needed for Bengal STEM Day


We’re looking for volunteers to help with the College’s 2024 edition of Bengal STEM Day on Thursday, February 22, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.


We need volunteers to help with setup prior to the event, take lunch tickets, man the information booth, and serve as roving helpers. Volunteers will receive a Bengal STEM Day shirt and lunch.    


If you are interested in volunteering, please complete this Google Form. If you have any questions, please reach out to Logan McDougall at [email protected] or (208) 282-4361.

Save The Date: The NEW Research Symposium Slated for March 13


The Graduate School is excited to announce the ISU Research and Creative Scholarship Symposium for all students in partnership with the Office for Research and the Kasiska Division of Health Sciences (KDHS). 


Various ISU departments have hosted multiple research days over the years, including KDHS Research Day, Undergraduate Research Day, and the Graduate Research Symposium. The symposium will be a single, expansive event covering all undergraduate and graduate academic work. 

CoSE Chairs and Directors Meeting Minutes 


January 16, 2024

December 5, 2023

October 24, 2023

September 19, 2023

August 29, 2023

Students Sought for Center for Advanced Energy Studies REU 2024 Program


This 10-week program enables 10 undergraduate students from Idaho’s 2-year and 4-year institutions, and universities from across the nation, to work alongside faculty from Boise State University, Idaho State University and the University of Idaho at the Center for Advanced Energy Studies headquarters located near the Idaho National Laboratory Research Campus in Idaho Falls. Students will work on projects related to advanced manufacturing in collaboration with university faculty and scientists from Idaho National Laboratory. 


Applications for the 2024 REU Program opened on December 21.

From Around ISU

Nominations for the 2024 Benny Awards Open through February 16 Have you appreciated someone's efforts or admired the dedication of a student or staff member? Take this opportunity to nominate them for a Benny Award. These annual awards honor outstanding individuals and

organizations from our campus community that represent the Bengal spirit and inspire us all.


Nominations are now open and will close on Friday, February 16. Winners will be honored at the Benny Awards event on Tuesday, March 26.

Idaho State University Nationally Recognized for Success in Student Retention Education company EAB has named Idaho State University as the winner of its Student Success Collaborative- Return on Education Award.


EAB’s Return on Education Award recognizes an institution that has seen significant and measurable results from its efforts to help students persist, graduate, and thrive.

36th Annual Jazz Fest at ISU Brings Outstanding Performances and Unforgettable Experiences The vibrant sounds of jazz will fill the air as the 36th Annual Jazz Fest takes center stage. This highly anticipated festival promises a weekend of exceptional performances and unique learning opportunities for both seasoned musicians and aspiring talents.


Presented by ISU's jazz program, and with support from generous sponsors, Galo Medina Family, Doris Brydon, and the Piano Gallery, this year's festival is set to be grander than ever before.

44th Annual Simplot Games February 15 to 17 The 44th annual Simplot Games will be held February 15-17, 2024, at the ICCU Dome. The J.R. Simplot Company-sponsored event has become one of the nation’s premier high school indoor track and field events since it was first held in 1979.


Over 2,000 athletes from 19 different states, Canada, and Australia will travel to Pocatello to shine under the bright lights. Competitors also get the chance to mingle with Olympic legends like Andre Phillips, Willie Banks, Stacy Dragila, and more.

Staff Council Hosts Lunch and Learn: Emotional Intelligence Workshop We are excited to invite you to our Lunch and Learn: Emotional Intelligence Workshop with Dr. Cherisse Brown.


The workshop will be held Wednesday, February 28 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the following locations.


  • Pocatello Campus: Rendezvous Suites (ABC) 
  • Idaho Falls Campus: Room 120 in the Bennion Student Union Building (BSUB)
  • Meridian Campus: Bengal Conference Room 847W (inside the Nursing Dept.)


A zoom option will also be provided.

Idaho State University to Honor Yost Sisters at National Girls and Women in Sports Day Three Pocatello sisters will be honored at this year’s National Girls and Women in Sports Day celebration during the Idaho State University Women’s Basketball game against Northern Arizona on Saturday, February 3.


The 2024 Trailblazer Award will be presented and dedicated to the Yost sisters Faye, Naida, and Ruth. This award, given annually, recognizes a woman or women with affiliation to ISU who have made a significant impact in women’s sports.

Dates to Remember

February 19

Early 8-week course grading opens

February 19

Presidents' Day holiday (no classes)

February 26

Mid-term week

March 4

Late 8-week courses begin

March 5

Early 8-week course grading closes at 5:00 pm

March 18

Spring Break (no classes)

Upcoming Events in the College of Science and Engineering 

For a complete list of CoSE events, check out the College Event Calendar. Updates can also be found on Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), LinkedIn, 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.

Department/Program


Geosciences


Event


Colloquium: The resume of a geologist that sampled the soils from rock bottom 


Katherine Ware


Details


Wed, Feb 7

4 - 5 p.m.

Department/Program


Biological Sciences


Event


Biology Social


Details


Thurs, Feb 8

3:30 - 4 p.m.

GLS Lobby

Department/Program


Biological Sciences


Event


Seminar: Title TBD


Heather Watts


Details


Thurs, Feb 8

4 - 5 p.m.

LC 10

Department/Program


Geosciences


Event


Colloquium: Thinking Inside the Box:

Long-term watershed studies reveal

insights into snowpack-streamflow

relationships in the Rain-Snow Transition Zone


Jim McNamara


Details


Wed, Feb 14

4 - 5 p.m.

Department/Program


Biological Sciences


Event


Biology Social


Details


Thurs, Feb 15

3:30 - 4 p.m.

GLS Lobby

Department/Program


Biological Sciences


Event


Graduate Student Travel Grant Awardee Research Showcase


Details


Thurs, Feb 15

4 - 5 p.m.

LC 10


Department/Program


Chemistry


Event


Seminar


David Stay


Details


Fri, Feb 16

1 - 1:50 p.m.

TBD

Department/Program


Geosciences


Event


Colloquium: Consequences for carbon and nutrient transport and fate in northern streams affected by peat extraction and permafrost thaw


Becca Frei


Details


Wed, Feb 21

4 - 5 p.m.

Department/Program


ALL


Event


Bengal STEM Day


Details


Thurs, Feb 22

8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

PSUB


Department/Program


Biological Sciences


Event


Biology Social


Details


Thurs, Feb 22

3:30 - 4 p.m.

GLS Lobby

Department/Program


Biological Sciences


Event


Seminar: Using Photographic Exhibits for Amphibian and Reptile Conservation


Charles Peterson


Details


Thurs, Feb 22

4 - 5 p.m.

LC 10

Department/Program


Geosciences


Event


Colloquium: Back from the dead: Unveiling an enigmatic new species from Western New York


Phil Stokes


Details


Wed, Feb 28

4 - 5 p.m.

Department/Program


Biological Sciences


Event


Biology Social


Details


Thurs, Feb 29

3:30 - 4 p.m.

GLS Lobby

Department/Program


Biological Sciences


Event


Seminar: Title TBD


Kristin Kaser


Details


Thurs, Feb 22

4 - 5 p.m.

LC 10

Department/Program


Chemistry


Event


Seminar


Kourtney Wright


Details


Fri, Mar 1

1 - 1:50 p.m.

TBD

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 ([email protected]) 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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