Released by Idaho State University December 5, 2011
Contact: Casey Santee or Tomarra Byington, 208-282-4298
ISU Operation Gift Wrap, Marines Corps Toys for Tots
Collects Requests for Wish-Lists, Donations for Veterans and Their Families
POCATELLO – The Operation Gift Wrap Program, sponsored by the Idaho State University Veterans’ Sanctuary and Armed Forces Veterans’ Club, collected requests this month at ISU for a Christmas wish-lists, as well as donations, to help provide for the needs of ISU veterans and their spouses during the holiday season.
“It has been going great,” said Casey Santee, director of the ISU Veterans’ Sanctuary. “We’ve already raised more than $200 and had some toys dropped off. We’ll continued to raise more donations through the end of this week, and try to fill all the wish lists we have from ISU veterans, to help them and their families have a nice holiday season.”
The Veterans’ Sanctuary and Veterans’ Club is also partnering with the Marine Corps Toys for Tots Program this year to collect toys for each of the family’s children.
For Operation Gift Wrap, ISU student veterans are encouraged to submit their requests through Dec. 6. They can submit these requests at the ISU Veterans’ Sanctuary office, located on the third floor of the Pond Student Union, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. They can also submit requests via email to santcase@isu.edu. When submitting requests, people should specify if they would like gifts, or gift cards, for the family’s adults.
To participate in the Marine Corps Toys for Tots program, those making requests should submit the genders and ages of the children in each family. The Veterans’ Sanctuary will provide this information to the Toys for Tots Program.
Donations for Operation Gift Wrap can be made at the Veterans’ Sanctuary or at the ISU Foundation, located in the basement of the ISU Administration Building.
Please limit gift requests to $50 per person; wishes will be fulfilled as funding allows.
The gifts will be wrapped and ready for pick up/delivery to each of the families on Dec. 9.
For more information about Operation Gift Wrap, please contact Casey Santee or Tomarra Byington at (208) 282-4298. For more information about Toys for Tots, contact Phillip Hartman at (208) 242-8949.
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Tuesday, December 6, 2011
Senior High Honor Band joins with ISU Symphonic Band in Concert
From: Dr. Patrick Brooks, Director of Bands
Re: ISU Symphonic Band w/Senior High Honor Band in Concert
Date: 12/05/11
Senior High Honor Band joins with ISU Symphonic Band in Concert
The Idaho State University Symphonic Band will be joined by the ISU Senior High Honor Band in a special performance this Saturday, December 10th at 4:00 PM in the Jensen Grand Concert Hall of the Stephens Performing Arts Center.
The Senior High Honor Band is comprised of regional high school instrumentalists who are nominated by their band directors to perform with this select group of musicians. Directors of the Senior High Honor Band are Kevin York, ISU Associate Director of Bands, and Dr. Patrick Brooks, ISU Director of Bands. This year’s group will perform the picturesque Scenes from the Louvre by Norman Dello Joio, the seasonal The Child and the Kings by Timothy Broege, and On The Mall march by Edwin Frank Goldman.
Joining them in this performance will be the ISU Symphonic Band. Featured soloist with the Symphonic Band for this performance is Randill Jeffreyson the on euphonium. Jeffries, a music education major at Idaho State, will be performing Sousa band classic Bride of the Waves by Herbert L. Clarke.
Under the direction of Dr. Patrick Brooks, the Symphonic Band will also be performing Resonances I by Ron Nelson, Ballo del Granduca (The Grand Duke’s Ballet) by Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck, and the exciting and tuneful Armenian Dances (Part I) by Alfred Reed
Ticket prices for ISU Bands concerts are as follows: $8 adults, $6 ISU faculty and staff, $4 pre-college students, Free to ISU students. Children under the age of 6 will not be admitted into concerts.
For more information on this concert or about the ISU Bands, call Idaho State University Director of Bands Dr. Patrick Brooks at 282-3147
Re: ISU Symphonic Band w/Senior High Honor Band in Concert
Date: 12/05/11
Senior High Honor Band joins with ISU Symphonic Band in Concert
The Idaho State University Symphonic Band will be joined by the ISU Senior High Honor Band in a special performance this Saturday, December 10th at 4:00 PM in the Jensen Grand Concert Hall of the Stephens Performing Arts Center.
The Senior High Honor Band is comprised of regional high school instrumentalists who are nominated by their band directors to perform with this select group of musicians. Directors of the Senior High Honor Band are Kevin York, ISU Associate Director of Bands, and Dr. Patrick Brooks, ISU Director of Bands. This year’s group will perform the picturesque Scenes from the Louvre by Norman Dello Joio, the seasonal The Child and the Kings by Timothy Broege, and On The Mall march by Edwin Frank Goldman.
Joining them in this performance will be the ISU Symphonic Band. Featured soloist with the Symphonic Band for this performance is Randill Jeffreyson the on euphonium. Jeffries, a music education major at Idaho State, will be performing Sousa band classic Bride of the Waves by Herbert L. Clarke.
Under the direction of Dr. Patrick Brooks, the Symphonic Band will also be performing Resonances I by Ron Nelson, Ballo del Granduca (The Grand Duke’s Ballet) by Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck, and the exciting and tuneful Armenian Dances (Part I) by Alfred Reed
Ticket prices for ISU Bands concerts are as follows: $8 adults, $6 ISU faculty and staff, $4 pre-college students, Free to ISU students. Children under the age of 6 will not be admitted into concerts.
For more information on this concert or about the ISU Bands, call Idaho State University Director of Bands Dr. Patrick Brooks at 282-3147
ISU Professor Phil Cole Invited To Consult International Atomic Energy Agency On New Nuclear Accelerator Research
Released by Idaho State University December 5, 2011
Contact: Phil Cole, (208) 282-5799 or colephil@isu.edu.
ISU Professor Phil Cole Invited To Consult International Atomic Energy Agency
On New Nuclear Accelerator Research
POCATELLO – Last April, Idaho State University Associate Professor of physics Phil Cole and his research colleagues at ISU were able to detect radioactivity from Japan’s Fukushima Nuclear Reactor in dust particles collected in Southeast Idaho.
Cole’s team used a high purity Germanium detector at the ISU Idaho Accelerator Center to measure specific x-ray lines in identifying radioactive Cesium and Iodide traces in a tiny speck of dust. His primary collaborators at the IAC are ISU physics master’s student Mayir Mamtimin, and Christian Segebade, a retired German scientist, who spends half his time at the IAC and spent 40 years on photon activation analysis.
“I am interested in environmental studies tracking the migration of trace elements in the atmosphere by identifying elemental composition of dust particles,” Cole said. “Using linear accelerators we can determine the relative ratio of elements and identify concentrations of certain elements from particles invisible to the eye.”
Because of this expertise, Cole is one of five scientists worldwide to be invited by the International Atomic Energy Agency to consult on a new application for electron linear accelerators at a meeting in Vienna, Austria Dec. 20-22. Cole’s research has garnered international attention and he has already given major presentations on it in North and South America.
The IAEA, the nuclear agency of the United Nations, has invited Cole, two scientists from South America, one from Europe and one from Asia. The purpose is to bring together prominent experts in the field of photon activation analysis as an application for electron linear accelerators. The official title of the meeting Cole is attending is “Photon Activation Analysis as a Complementary Technique for Supporting Applications in Environmental Research.”
Photon activation analysis uses electron linear accelerators to detect elements based upon nuclear reactions. Electron linear accelerators are particle accelerators that accelerate electrons to very high energies. A high-energy photon beam, in turn, is produced in the wake of electrons passing through a thin metal plate.
“What I do is get a beam of photons for an accelerator and these photons are the energy to kick out a neutron (a sub-atomic particle) from the nuclei of an atom,” Cole said.
The research team irradiates the dust sample for several hours with the photon beam produced by the electron linear accelerator and then measures the decay of the atoms in a high-purity Germanium detector for the trace elemental identification.
“An x-ray of the decay is like a fingerprint,” Cole said. “Different elements decay in different ways, and when it decays it releases energy in a specific form and I can identify them with the x-rays.”
This process has many potential applications, such as identifying pollutants in the atmosphere including lead, which is a substance other techniques have a problem identifying, but with electronic linear accelerators lead leaves a “humongous signal” and is easy to identify.
“We can go anywhere in the world, take a sample and tell you what you have,” Cole said. “We have a very powerful technique for sampling different trace elements and understanding how trace elements travel through the atmosphere like the radiation from Fukushima did.”
Participation in the United Nations IAEA meeting could raise the profile of his research and help attract increased funding for his method, said Cole.
“This invitation helps elevate the research profile of Idaho State University and highlights the facilities of the Idaho Accelerator Center,” Cole said. “It is rare to receive such international attention at so early a stage of a new research project.”
The researchers at the meeting will examine the current state of photon activation analysis, areas of needed research and development, and explore possibilities for establishing international research collaborations.
Photon activation analysis is a relatively straightforward procedure, affords high accuracy and is non-destructive compared to other methods of detecting base elements.
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Contact: Phil Cole, (208) 282-5799 or colephil@isu.edu.
ISU Professor Phil Cole Invited To Consult International Atomic Energy Agency
On New Nuclear Accelerator Research
POCATELLO – Last April, Idaho State University Associate Professor of physics Phil Cole and his research colleagues at ISU were able to detect radioactivity from Japan’s Fukushima Nuclear Reactor in dust particles collected in Southeast Idaho.
Cole’s team used a high purity Germanium detector at the ISU Idaho Accelerator Center to measure specific x-ray lines in identifying radioactive Cesium and Iodide traces in a tiny speck of dust. His primary collaborators at the IAC are ISU physics master’s student Mayir Mamtimin, and Christian Segebade, a retired German scientist, who spends half his time at the IAC and spent 40 years on photon activation analysis.
“I am interested in environmental studies tracking the migration of trace elements in the atmosphere by identifying elemental composition of dust particles,” Cole said. “Using linear accelerators we can determine the relative ratio of elements and identify concentrations of certain elements from particles invisible to the eye.”
Because of this expertise, Cole is one of five scientists worldwide to be invited by the International Atomic Energy Agency to consult on a new application for electron linear accelerators at a meeting in Vienna, Austria Dec. 20-22. Cole’s research has garnered international attention and he has already given major presentations on it in North and South America.
The IAEA, the nuclear agency of the United Nations, has invited Cole, two scientists from South America, one from Europe and one from Asia. The purpose is to bring together prominent experts in the field of photon activation analysis as an application for electron linear accelerators. The official title of the meeting Cole is attending is “Photon Activation Analysis as a Complementary Technique for Supporting Applications in Environmental Research.”
Photon activation analysis uses electron linear accelerators to detect elements based upon nuclear reactions. Electron linear accelerators are particle accelerators that accelerate electrons to very high energies. A high-energy photon beam, in turn, is produced in the wake of electrons passing through a thin metal plate.
“What I do is get a beam of photons for an accelerator and these photons are the energy to kick out a neutron (a sub-atomic particle) from the nuclei of an atom,” Cole said.
The research team irradiates the dust sample for several hours with the photon beam produced by the electron linear accelerator and then measures the decay of the atoms in a high-purity Germanium detector for the trace elemental identification.
“An x-ray of the decay is like a fingerprint,” Cole said. “Different elements decay in different ways, and when it decays it releases energy in a specific form and I can identify them with the x-rays.”
This process has many potential applications, such as identifying pollutants in the atmosphere including lead, which is a substance other techniques have a problem identifying, but with electronic linear accelerators lead leaves a “humongous signal” and is easy to identify.
“We can go anywhere in the world, take a sample and tell you what you have,” Cole said. “We have a very powerful technique for sampling different trace elements and understanding how trace elements travel through the atmosphere like the radiation from Fukushima did.”
Participation in the United Nations IAEA meeting could raise the profile of his research and help attract increased funding for his method, said Cole.
“This invitation helps elevate the research profile of Idaho State University and highlights the facilities of the Idaho Accelerator Center,” Cole said. “It is rare to receive such international attention at so early a stage of a new research project.”
The researchers at the meeting will examine the current state of photon activation analysis, areas of needed research and development, and explore possibilities for establishing international research collaborations.
Photon activation analysis is a relatively straightforward procedure, affords high accuracy and is non-destructive compared to other methods of detecting base elements.
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Monday, December 5, 2011
Event Calendar for December 2-17
Released by: Idaho State University December 2, 2011
Written by: Kim Khan
Calendar of Events
ISU Coming Events: December 2-December 17
The Idaho State University Office of Marketing and Communications distributes this event calendar to let the public and media know about upcoming non-athletic events at the University. This information is intended for release in print and broadcast events calendars. Various events calendars with more complete information are available online at the website www.isu.edu/calendar. A copy of this release can also be accessed via ISU’s homepage at www.isu.edu. Information about ISU athletic events is available at www.isubengals.com. The area code for all phone numbers is 208 unless otherwise noted. The phone number for Marketing and Communications is (208) 282-3620.
Friday, December 2
· ISU Choirs Holiday Concert: The ISU Choirs Holiday Concert will run from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. in the Jensen Grand Concert Hall in the Stephens Performing Arts Center. Ticket prices are $8 for adults, $6 for faculty/staff, $4 for pre-college students and free for ISU students with Bengal cards. For more information, call 208-282-3636.
Friday, December 3
· Idaho State University Mind’s Eye Gallery Opens: The Idaho State University Mind’s Eye Gallery, located in the Rendezvous Center, will open to celebrate the 400th anniversary of the King James Version Bible. The centerpiece of the show will be a genuine page from the first printing of the King James Bible. The show will run from Dec. 3 to Dec. 16 from 8 a.m.-7 p.m. and is titled, "Verbum Dei Manet Aeternum: The King James Bible 400th Anniversary 1611-2011." The Latin phrase means, "The Word of God Endureth Forever."
Friday, December 3
· Call for submissions for Exhibit: The Women's History Month Committee at Idaho State University is calling for submissions for "Mama Said: The Artworks and Artifacts of Wise Women" to be on exhibit at the Transition Gallery on the ISU campus Feb. 27 - March 10 in recognition of National Women's History Month. A formal call for artists can be found at http://www.isu.edu/andersoncenter. The submission deadline is Jan. 9. For further information contact the Anderson Center at (208) 282-2805 or email gndrctr@isu.edu.
Friday, December 3
· ISU Outdoor Center will begin renting yurts and cabins: The Idaho State University Outdoor Adventure Center will begin renting and taking reservations for the Portneuf Yurt System yurts and Camp Taylor cabins beginning at 9 a.m. Nov. 18. The ISU Outdoor Adventure Center will also be taking winter reservations for Camp Taylor cabins located on Scout Mountain. The ISU Outdoor Adventure Center is open Mondays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesdays through Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and, beginning Jan. 7, it will be open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information on renting a yurt or cabin, contact the OAC at 208-282-3912.
Saturday, December 3
· 5K Santa Claws Fun Run: Idaho State University Department of Sport Science and Physical Education students are putting on a 5K Santa Claws Fun Run on Dec. 3 to help kick off the holidays, while benefiting Brooklyn's Playground and the Bengal Foundation. All ages are encouraged to participate in the 5-kilomer run, which will start at 9:30 a.m. at the east side of Reed Gymnasium on the ISU campus. Registration is available online at Active.com, (keywords Santa Claws Fun Run). The pre-registration fee is $20 for those 15 and older, and on the day of the race is $25 starting at 7:30 a.m. The first 50 kids under age 14 can race for free. Kids should sign up at the Wellness Center or on race day. For more information contact Devin Papetti at 208-241-8187 or papedevi@isu.edu; or Clark Rasmussen at 208-680-5720 or rasmvict@isu.edu; or Dr. Caroline Faure at 208-282-4085 or faurcaro@isu.edu.
Wednesday, December 7
· Idaho State Civic Symphony Youth Orchestra: The Idaho State Civic Symphony Youth Orchestra will run from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. in the Jensen Grand Concert Hall in the Stephens Performing Arts Center. Ticket prices are $8 for adults, $6 for faculty/staff, $4 for pre-college students and free for ISU students with Bengal cards. For more information, call 208-282-3636.
Friday, December 9
· ISU Chamber Orchestra: The ISU Chamber Orchestra will perform in the Marshall Rotunda in the Stephens Performing Arts Center at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call 208-282-3636.
Friday, December 9
· Idaho State Civic Symphony: The Idaho State Civic Symphony will perform with the Waikiki Seven at 7:30 p.m. in the Jensen Grand Concert Hall in the Stephens Performing Arts Center. Ticket prices are $32 for adults, $16 for pre-college students and $7 for ISU students with valid Bengal cards. For more information, call 208-282-3636.
Saturday, December 10
· High School Honor Band Festival: The High School Honor Band Festival will begin at 4 p.m. in the Jensen Grand Concert Hall in the Stephens Performing Arts Center. Ticket prices are $8 for adults, $6 for faculty/staff, $4 for pre-college students and free for ISU students with Bengal cards. For more information, call 208-282-3636.
Saturday, December 10
· Children’s Chorus Christmas Concert: The Children’s Chorus Christmas Concert will begin at 1 p.m. in Goranson Hall inside the Fine Arts Building. This event is free to the public. For more information, call 208-282-3636.
Thursday, December 15
· Season of Note to Present Mindy Gledhill Christmas Concert: Idaho State University Season of Note will present Mindy Gledhill with the Teton Chamber Orchestra at 7:30 p.m. in the Jensen Grand Concert Hall inside of the Stephens Performing Arts Center. Tickets are $24 for the main for and $20 for the balcony. For more information or to purchase tickets call the Box Office at 208-282-3595.
Friday, December 16
• Fall Semester classes end.
Monday, December 26 – Monday, January 2
• ISU offices closed for Christmas and New Year Holidays.
Monday, January 9
• Spring Semester classed begin.
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Written by: Kim Khan
Calendar of Events
ISU Coming Events: December 2-December 17
The Idaho State University Office of Marketing and Communications distributes this event calendar to let the public and media know about upcoming non-athletic events at the University. This information is intended for release in print and broadcast events calendars. Various events calendars with more complete information are available online at the website www.isu.edu/calendar. A copy of this release can also be accessed via ISU’s homepage at www.isu.edu. Information about ISU athletic events is available at www.isubengals.com. The area code for all phone numbers is 208 unless otherwise noted. The phone number for Marketing and Communications is (208) 282-3620.
Friday, December 2
· ISU Choirs Holiday Concert: The ISU Choirs Holiday Concert will run from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. in the Jensen Grand Concert Hall in the Stephens Performing Arts Center. Ticket prices are $8 for adults, $6 for faculty/staff, $4 for pre-college students and free for ISU students with Bengal cards. For more information, call 208-282-3636.
Friday, December 3
· Idaho State University Mind’s Eye Gallery Opens: The Idaho State University Mind’s Eye Gallery, located in the Rendezvous Center, will open to celebrate the 400th anniversary of the King James Version Bible. The centerpiece of the show will be a genuine page from the first printing of the King James Bible. The show will run from Dec. 3 to Dec. 16 from 8 a.m.-7 p.m. and is titled, "Verbum Dei Manet Aeternum: The King James Bible 400th Anniversary 1611-2011." The Latin phrase means, "The Word of God Endureth Forever."
Friday, December 3
· Call for submissions for Exhibit: The Women's History Month Committee at Idaho State University is calling for submissions for "Mama Said: The Artworks and Artifacts of Wise Women" to be on exhibit at the Transition Gallery on the ISU campus Feb. 27 - March 10 in recognition of National Women's History Month. A formal call for artists can be found at http://www.isu.edu/andersoncenter. The submission deadline is Jan. 9. For further information contact the Anderson Center at (208) 282-2805 or email gndrctr@isu.edu.
Friday, December 3
· ISU Outdoor Center will begin renting yurts and cabins: The Idaho State University Outdoor Adventure Center will begin renting and taking reservations for the Portneuf Yurt System yurts and Camp Taylor cabins beginning at 9 a.m. Nov. 18. The ISU Outdoor Adventure Center will also be taking winter reservations for Camp Taylor cabins located on Scout Mountain. The ISU Outdoor Adventure Center is open Mondays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesdays through Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and, beginning Jan. 7, it will be open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information on renting a yurt or cabin, contact the OAC at 208-282-3912.
Saturday, December 3
· 5K Santa Claws Fun Run: Idaho State University Department of Sport Science and Physical Education students are putting on a 5K Santa Claws Fun Run on Dec. 3 to help kick off the holidays, while benefiting Brooklyn's Playground and the Bengal Foundation. All ages are encouraged to participate in the 5-kilomer run, which will start at 9:30 a.m. at the east side of Reed Gymnasium on the ISU campus. Registration is available online at Active.com, (keywords Santa Claws Fun Run). The pre-registration fee is $20 for those 15 and older, and on the day of the race is $25 starting at 7:30 a.m. The first 50 kids under age 14 can race for free. Kids should sign up at the Wellness Center or on race day. For more information contact Devin Papetti at 208-241-8187 or papedevi@isu.edu; or Clark Rasmussen at 208-680-5720 or rasmvict@isu.edu; or Dr. Caroline Faure at 208-282-4085 or faurcaro@isu.edu.
Wednesday, December 7
· Idaho State Civic Symphony Youth Orchestra: The Idaho State Civic Symphony Youth Orchestra will run from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. in the Jensen Grand Concert Hall in the Stephens Performing Arts Center. Ticket prices are $8 for adults, $6 for faculty/staff, $4 for pre-college students and free for ISU students with Bengal cards. For more information, call 208-282-3636.
Friday, December 9
· ISU Chamber Orchestra: The ISU Chamber Orchestra will perform in the Marshall Rotunda in the Stephens Performing Arts Center at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call 208-282-3636.
Friday, December 9
· Idaho State Civic Symphony: The Idaho State Civic Symphony will perform with the Waikiki Seven at 7:30 p.m. in the Jensen Grand Concert Hall in the Stephens Performing Arts Center. Ticket prices are $32 for adults, $16 for pre-college students and $7 for ISU students with valid Bengal cards. For more information, call 208-282-3636.
Saturday, December 10
· High School Honor Band Festival: The High School Honor Band Festival will begin at 4 p.m. in the Jensen Grand Concert Hall in the Stephens Performing Arts Center. Ticket prices are $8 for adults, $6 for faculty/staff, $4 for pre-college students and free for ISU students with Bengal cards. For more information, call 208-282-3636.
Saturday, December 10
· Children’s Chorus Christmas Concert: The Children’s Chorus Christmas Concert will begin at 1 p.m. in Goranson Hall inside the Fine Arts Building. This event is free to the public. For more information, call 208-282-3636.
Thursday, December 15
· Season of Note to Present Mindy Gledhill Christmas Concert: Idaho State University Season of Note will present Mindy Gledhill with the Teton Chamber Orchestra at 7:30 p.m. in the Jensen Grand Concert Hall inside of the Stephens Performing Arts Center. Tickets are $24 for the main for and $20 for the balcony. For more information or to purchase tickets call the Box Office at 208-282-3595.
Friday, December 16
• Fall Semester classes end.
Monday, December 26 – Monday, January 2
• ISU offices closed for Christmas and New Year Holidays.
Monday, January 9
• Spring Semester classed begin.
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Call for Artists for ‘Mama Said: The Artworks and Artifacts of Wise Women’ exhibit at ISU Feb 27-March 10 in recognition of National Women’s History M
Released by: Idaho State University
Edited by: Kim Khan December 2, 2011
Contact: Rebecca Morrow, 282-2805
Call for Artists for ‘Mama Said: The Artworks and Artifacts of Wise Women’ exhibit at ISU Feb 27-March 10 in recognition of National Women’s History Month
POCATELLO -The Women’s History Month Committee at Idaho State University is calling for submissions for “Mama Said: The Artworks and Artifacts of Wise Women” to be on exhibit at the Transition Gallery on the ISU campus Feb. 27 - March 10 in recognition of National Women's History Month. During Women’s History Month 2012, artists are invited to help celebrate the wisdom that mamas (or other woman the artists admire) shared. A formal call for artists can be found at http://www.isu.edu/andersoncenter. The submission deadline is Jan. 9. For further information contact the Anderson Center at 282-2805 or email gndrctr@isu.edu.
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Edited by: Kim Khan December 2, 2011
Contact: Rebecca Morrow, 282-2805
Call for Artists for ‘Mama Said: The Artworks and Artifacts of Wise Women’ exhibit at ISU Feb 27-March 10 in recognition of National Women’s History Month
POCATELLO -The Women’s History Month Committee at Idaho State University is calling for submissions for “Mama Said: The Artworks and Artifacts of Wise Women” to be on exhibit at the Transition Gallery on the ISU campus Feb. 27 - March 10 in recognition of National Women's History Month. During Women’s History Month 2012, artists are invited to help celebrate the wisdom that mamas (or other woman the artists admire) shared. A formal call for artists can be found at http://www.isu.edu/andersoncenter. The submission deadline is Jan. 9. For further information contact the Anderson Center at 282-2805 or email gndrctr@isu.edu.
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ISU Sigma Xi Scientific Research Society and Division of Health Sciences to present Science Café “Perspectives on Gender in Science and Engineering” D
Released by Idaho State University December 2, 2011
Contact: Alok Bhushan, 282-4408
ISU Sigma Xi Scientific Research Society and Division of Health Sciences to present Science Café “Perspectives on Gender in Science and Engineering” Dec. 7
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Sigma Xi Scientific Research Society will present the Science Café “Perspectives on Gender in Science and Engineering” on Dec. 7 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at Portneuf Valley Brewing, located at 615 S. First Ave. in Pocatello.
This event is open to the public and will feature two speakers, Deb Easterly of the ISU Office of Research, and Sue Skinner, from EPA Region 10.
For more information please contact Alok Bhushan at abhushan@pharmacy.isu.edu.
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Contact: Alok Bhushan, 282-4408
ISU Sigma Xi Scientific Research Society and Division of Health Sciences to present Science Café “Perspectives on Gender in Science and Engineering” Dec. 7
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Sigma Xi Scientific Research Society will present the Science Café “Perspectives on Gender in Science and Engineering” on Dec. 7 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at Portneuf Valley Brewing, located at 615 S. First Ave. in Pocatello.
This event is open to the public and will feature two speakers, Deb Easterly of the ISU Office of Research, and Sue Skinner, from EPA Region 10.
For more information please contact Alok Bhushan at abhushan@pharmacy.isu.edu.
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Idaho State University Opens New Specialty Communication Clinic; Hopes to Educate Public About Oromyofacial Disorders
Released by Idaho State University December 2, 2011
Contact: Joni Loftin, clinical professor, Communication Sciences and Disorders,
(208) 282-4576 or loftjoni@isu.edu
Idaho State University Opens New Specialty Communication Clinic;
Hopes to Educate Public About Oromyofacial Disorders
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders has opened a specialty clinic within its Speech, Language and Hearing Clinic, but there’s one problem – people who need its services may not be aware they need them.
“We need to educate the public about the kinds of disorders this clinic assesses and treats,” said Joni Loftin, a speech-language pathologist and clinical professor at Idaho State University. “Our new ISU Orofacial Myology Clinic is the only one of its kind in the region and offers unique services that can treat a variety of functional issues.”
The clinic is set up to treat oromyofacial disorders, which are inappropriate muscle functions or habits involving the tongue, lips and jaws that can negatively affect chewing, swallowing, dentition, speech or maintenance of desired orthodontic results.
The most familiar OMD to the general population is “tongue thrust,” where the tongue pushes against or between the front or lateral teeth during swallowing and speech, Loftin said.
What most people don’t realize is that tongue thrust does not cause teeth to move. Another common OMD, incorrect resting posture of the tongue, can account for teeth movement because the pressure is constant. Tongue thrust does not cause malocclusion, but more likely occurs because of it. The tongue wants to fill open spaces in the mouth. Incorrect resting posture of the tongue or lips can create differences in muscle use that affect overall facial tone and structure that can cause problems in chewing, swallowing, and speaking.
OMDs can be caused by a combination of factors, most commonly from habits such as prolonged thumb sucking, cheek or nail biting, open-mouth posturing, or tooth clenching; a blocked nasal airway from enlarged tonsils/adenoids, allergies, asthma, sinusitis, or anything else that promotes a habitual open-mouth (lips-apart) posture as a way to breathe; structural problems like a tongue-tie; or a hereditary predisposition. All of these aspects lead to an abnormal tongue resting posture because the tongue is displaced if the mouth needs to be open to breathe or if there is a thumb in the way. Abnormal lip resting posture follows abnormal tongue posture and, commonly, tongue thrust may result.
Commonly observed symptoms of OMDs include having an open-mouth posture; someone 4 years of age or older who sucks his or her thumb, finger, or clothing; an abnormal chewing or swallowing pattern; having a “tongue thrust”; is a messy or noisy eater; has speech errors, often with a lisp, of “s,” “z,” “ch” or “sh” sounds, especially if not getting better with speech therapy; or has difficulty maintaining orthodontically corrected teeth alignment. One or more of these may signal the presence of an OMD.
Loftin, the new clinic’s director, has received extensive training in oromyofacial disorders over the last three years and recently passed the certification exam of the International Association of Orofacial Myology.
The clinic will offer oromyofacial therapy, also called oral myofunctional therapy, which is structured, individualized therapy that seeks to inhibit incorrect muscle movements, and develop normal oral rest posture, oral stage of swallowing (reduce tongue thrust), and speech articulation, and eliminate oral habits like thumb sucking. Therapy typically involves an individualized program of exercises to re-pattern oral and facial muscles, to correct tongue and lip resting postures and to develop correct chewing and swallowing patterns. A behaviorally-based thumb sucking elimination program is also a part of this clinic.
For more information on Oromyofacial Disorders see www.iaom.com. For a free consultation at ISU, call Joni Loftin at 282-4576 or loftjoni@isu.edu.
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Contact: Joni Loftin, clinical professor, Communication Sciences and Disorders,
(208) 282-4576 or loftjoni@isu.edu
Idaho State University Opens New Specialty Communication Clinic;
Hopes to Educate Public About Oromyofacial Disorders
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders has opened a specialty clinic within its Speech, Language and Hearing Clinic, but there’s one problem – people who need its services may not be aware they need them.
“We need to educate the public about the kinds of disorders this clinic assesses and treats,” said Joni Loftin, a speech-language pathologist and clinical professor at Idaho State University. “Our new ISU Orofacial Myology Clinic is the only one of its kind in the region and offers unique services that can treat a variety of functional issues.”
The clinic is set up to treat oromyofacial disorders, which are inappropriate muscle functions or habits involving the tongue, lips and jaws that can negatively affect chewing, swallowing, dentition, speech or maintenance of desired orthodontic results.
The most familiar OMD to the general population is “tongue thrust,” where the tongue pushes against or between the front or lateral teeth during swallowing and speech, Loftin said.
What most people don’t realize is that tongue thrust does not cause teeth to move. Another common OMD, incorrect resting posture of the tongue, can account for teeth movement because the pressure is constant. Tongue thrust does not cause malocclusion, but more likely occurs because of it. The tongue wants to fill open spaces in the mouth. Incorrect resting posture of the tongue or lips can create differences in muscle use that affect overall facial tone and structure that can cause problems in chewing, swallowing, and speaking.
OMDs can be caused by a combination of factors, most commonly from habits such as prolonged thumb sucking, cheek or nail biting, open-mouth posturing, or tooth clenching; a blocked nasal airway from enlarged tonsils/adenoids, allergies, asthma, sinusitis, or anything else that promotes a habitual open-mouth (lips-apart) posture as a way to breathe; structural problems like a tongue-tie; or a hereditary predisposition. All of these aspects lead to an abnormal tongue resting posture because the tongue is displaced if the mouth needs to be open to breathe or if there is a thumb in the way. Abnormal lip resting posture follows abnormal tongue posture and, commonly, tongue thrust may result.
Commonly observed symptoms of OMDs include having an open-mouth posture; someone 4 years of age or older who sucks his or her thumb, finger, or clothing; an abnormal chewing or swallowing pattern; having a “tongue thrust”; is a messy or noisy eater; has speech errors, often with a lisp, of “s,” “z,” “ch” or “sh” sounds, especially if not getting better with speech therapy; or has difficulty maintaining orthodontically corrected teeth alignment. One or more of these may signal the presence of an OMD.
Loftin, the new clinic’s director, has received extensive training in oromyofacial disorders over the last three years and recently passed the certification exam of the International Association of Orofacial Myology.
The clinic will offer oromyofacial therapy, also called oral myofunctional therapy, which is structured, individualized therapy that seeks to inhibit incorrect muscle movements, and develop normal oral rest posture, oral stage of swallowing (reduce tongue thrust), and speech articulation, and eliminate oral habits like thumb sucking. Therapy typically involves an individualized program of exercises to re-pattern oral and facial muscles, to correct tongue and lip resting postures and to develop correct chewing and swallowing patterns. A behaviorally-based thumb sucking elimination program is also a part of this clinic.
For more information on Oromyofacial Disorders see www.iaom.com. For a free consultation at ISU, call Joni Loftin at 282-4576 or loftjoni@isu.edu.
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Thursday, December 1, 2011
Idaho State University English Professor Swetnam Named To Association of Fundraising Professionals Honor Roll of Philanthropic Heroes
Released by Idaho State University December 1, 2011
Contact: Susan Swetnam, professor of English, swetsusa @isu.edu or 208-282-2782
Idaho State University English Professor Swetnam Named
To Association of Fundraising Professionals Honor Roll of Philanthropic Heroes
POCATELLO – Idaho State University English Professor Susan Swetnam was honored this month in Boise when she was named to the Honor Roll of Philanthropic Heroes for her work during the past year with Silver Sage Girl Scout Council.
She was honored at the annual Idaho Heroes in Philanthropy Celebration put on by the Idaho Association of Fundraising Professionals.
In anticipation of the Centennial of Girl Scouts, USA in 2012, Swetnam has raised more than $8,000 to support a project tracing the 90-year history of Girl Scouting in southern Idaho. Swetnam conceived this project and is serving as its director and scholar. She was the only individual from eastern Idaho honored at the November banquet.
Grants and awards Swetnam received from the Idaho Humanities Council, the State Farm Good Neighbor Program, and ISU’s College of Arts and Letters will help pay for various project components. In addition, Swetnam received private contributions by cooking and hosting gala support dinners in Boise and Pocatello.
The funds she raised will be used to train and equip Girl Scouts to do oral history during the summer of 2011 using some of Swetnam’s own research, which will be published in early 2012 in an illustrated 100-page book. These funds will also be used to purchase a traveling museum exhibit and to sponsor Idaho Humanities Council Speakers Bureau talks around the state.
Silver Sage Girl Scout Council reaches more than 8,000 girls and 2,000 adults in Idaho. This is the first time its history has been recorded. The initial project component to appear will be an article Swetnam wrote for Idaho Magazine, slated to be published in January.
Swetnam was chosen for the award by Larry C. Johnson of M.E. Grace and Associates, National Philanthropy Day sponsor and Board Member of the Association of Philanthropy Professionals in Idaho.
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Contact: Susan Swetnam, professor of English, swetsusa @isu.edu or 208-282-2782
Idaho State University English Professor Swetnam Named
To Association of Fundraising Professionals Honor Roll of Philanthropic Heroes
POCATELLO – Idaho State University English Professor Susan Swetnam was honored this month in Boise when she was named to the Honor Roll of Philanthropic Heroes for her work during the past year with Silver Sage Girl Scout Council.
She was honored at the annual Idaho Heroes in Philanthropy Celebration put on by the Idaho Association of Fundraising Professionals.
In anticipation of the Centennial of Girl Scouts, USA in 2012, Swetnam has raised more than $8,000 to support a project tracing the 90-year history of Girl Scouting in southern Idaho. Swetnam conceived this project and is serving as its director and scholar. She was the only individual from eastern Idaho honored at the November banquet.
Grants and awards Swetnam received from the Idaho Humanities Council, the State Farm Good Neighbor Program, and ISU’s College of Arts and Letters will help pay for various project components. In addition, Swetnam received private contributions by cooking and hosting gala support dinners in Boise and Pocatello.
The funds she raised will be used to train and equip Girl Scouts to do oral history during the summer of 2011 using some of Swetnam’s own research, which will be published in early 2012 in an illustrated 100-page book. These funds will also be used to purchase a traveling museum exhibit and to sponsor Idaho Humanities Council Speakers Bureau talks around the state.
Silver Sage Girl Scout Council reaches more than 8,000 girls and 2,000 adults in Idaho. This is the first time its history has been recorded. The initial project component to appear will be an article Swetnam wrote for Idaho Magazine, slated to be published in January.
Swetnam was chosen for the award by Larry C. Johnson of M.E. Grace and Associates, National Philanthropy Day sponsor and Board Member of the Association of Philanthropy Professionals in Idaho.
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Idaho State University Mind’s Eye Gallery Features King James Bible Exhibit To Celebrate Version’s 400th Anniversary; Radio Show to Feature Biblical S
Released by Idaho State University December 1, 2011
Contact: Tom Terry at 919-451-1230 or terrthom@isu.edu
Idaho State University Mind’s Eye Gallery Features King James Bible Exhibit
To Celebrate Version’s 400th Anniversary; Radio Show to Feature Biblical Scholar
POCATELLO – Four hundred years ago a group of biblical scholars, largely unknown today, created the most enduring and influential religious and literary work ever written in English: The King James Version of the Bible. To mark the anniversary, Idaho State University associate professor of mass communication Thomas Terry is the curator of a show at the Mind’s Eye Gallery in the Rendezvous Complex on the ISU campus.
The show runs from Dec. 3 to Dec. 16 from 8 a.m.-7 p.m. and is titled, “Verbum Dei Manet Aeternum: The King James Bible 400th Anniversary 1611-2011.” The Latin phrase means, “The Word of God Endureth Forever.”
The centerpiece of the show will be a genuine page from the first printing of the King James Bible. The leaf includes Psalms 121-123 and measures approximately 10” x 16.” Terry said that the owner of the page leaf stressed it was from an incomplete or damaged copy of the Bible. “No Bible was defaced to obtain the leaf,” Terry emphasized. “It’s the product of Bible restoration."
There will also be various facsimiles from the original printing, along with numerous different editions of the King James Version printed in the 20th Century. These include a zipper version, a large edition illustrated with paintings and drawings by Rembrandt and a reduced reproduction of the original 1611 Bible.
Terry also hosts “Teeing Off,” an hour-long bimonthly public affairs radio show on KISU-FM 91.1 FM, the NPR affiliate for Southeast Idaho. To augment the King James show at the Mind’s Eye Gallery, Terry will talk with Leland Ryken, professor of English at Wheaton College, Wheaton, Ill., about the King James Version of the Bible. The show will air Dec. 19 at 7 p.m.
Ryken was the literary stylist for the English Standard Version of the Bible, published by Crossway Bibles in 2001 and literary content contributor to the ESV Study Bible seven years later. He is the author of “How to Read the Bible as Literature” and “Words of Delight: A Literary Introduction to the Bible.”
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Contact: Tom Terry at 919-451-1230 or terrthom@isu.edu
Idaho State University Mind’s Eye Gallery Features King James Bible Exhibit
To Celebrate Version’s 400th Anniversary; Radio Show to Feature Biblical Scholar
POCATELLO – Four hundred years ago a group of biblical scholars, largely unknown today, created the most enduring and influential religious and literary work ever written in English: The King James Version of the Bible. To mark the anniversary, Idaho State University associate professor of mass communication Thomas Terry is the curator of a show at the Mind’s Eye Gallery in the Rendezvous Complex on the ISU campus.
The show runs from Dec. 3 to Dec. 16 from 8 a.m.-7 p.m. and is titled, “Verbum Dei Manet Aeternum: The King James Bible 400th Anniversary 1611-2011.” The Latin phrase means, “The Word of God Endureth Forever.”
The centerpiece of the show will be a genuine page from the first printing of the King James Bible. The leaf includes Psalms 121-123 and measures approximately 10” x 16.” Terry said that the owner of the page leaf stressed it was from an incomplete or damaged copy of the Bible. “No Bible was defaced to obtain the leaf,” Terry emphasized. “It’s the product of Bible restoration."
There will also be various facsimiles from the original printing, along with numerous different editions of the King James Version printed in the 20th Century. These include a zipper version, a large edition illustrated with paintings and drawings by Rembrandt and a reduced reproduction of the original 1611 Bible.
Terry also hosts “Teeing Off,” an hour-long bimonthly public affairs radio show on KISU-FM 91.1 FM, the NPR affiliate for Southeast Idaho. To augment the King James show at the Mind’s Eye Gallery, Terry will talk with Leland Ryken, professor of English at Wheaton College, Wheaton, Ill., about the King James Version of the Bible. The show will air Dec. 19 at 7 p.m.
Ryken was the literary stylist for the English Standard Version of the Bible, published by Crossway Bibles in 2001 and literary content contributor to the ESV Study Bible seven years later. He is the author of “How to Read the Bible as Literature” and “Words of Delight: A Literary Introduction to the Bible.”
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Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Idaho State University release: Santa Claws Fun Run set Dec. 3; will benefit Brooklyn's Playground and Bengal Foundation
For IMMEDIATE PRESS RELEASE: November 29, 2011
ISU STUDENTS CREATE FUN RUN TO GIVE BACK
Idaho State University Class Creates Santa Claws Fun Run to Benefit Brooklyn’s Playground and Bengal Foundation
Pocatello, Idaho – Idaho State University’s Sport Science and Physical Education students are putting on a 5K Fun Run to help kick off the Holidays while benefitting Brooklyn’s Playground and the Bengal Foundation. The fun run, dubbed the Santa Claws Fun Run, will be held on December 3, 2011 starting at the east side of Reed Gym on the ISU campus.
All ages are encouraged to participate in the 5K. Run, jog or walk to holiday music heard on the course with friends, and family starting at 9:30am at Reed Gym. The course will then follow the Red Hill Trail. All paths are paved and will be cleared of any snow and/or ice prior to the event. After the run, join in the fun with both Santa Claus, and Santa Claws with plenty of complimentary good eats. There will also be a “Fit Fair” located in the main gym, where there will be vendors showing off fitness related products as well as access for fitness related testing.
Registration is available online at Active.com, (keywords Santa Claws Fun Run). The pre-registration fee is $20 for those 15 and older, and on the day of the race is $25 starting at 7:30am. The first 50 kids under age 14 can also race for free thanks to additional sponsorship from Idaho Central Credit Union. Kids should sign up at the Wellness Center or on race day.
“We really want this event to be worthwhile,” stated Devin Papetti, a student in the Senior Capstone class who was assigned the role of Co-Director of Marketing and Promotions. “Our goal is to ensure the participants have fun and enjoy themselves during their time on the course as well as at the ‘Fit Fair’. We are excited to give back to the community and university by donating the proceeds to Brooklyn’s Playground and the Bengal Foundation.”
Dr. Karen Appleby’s PE 4454 class was given the assignment to organize the run to help teach them the inner working of the field of Sports Management. Students are managing all aspects of the race including race logistics, risk management and marketing and promotions. To bring more meaning to what the students were doing, the class decided that all the proceeds would go to Brooklyn’s Playground and the Bengal Foundation. Money raised for Brooklyn’s Playground goes towards the maintenance and upkeep fund for the all-access playground. Money raised through the Foundation is dedicated to scholarships for student athletes, several of whom are taking the class.
“This is a great opportunity for students and student athletes to give back to an organization that helps athletes, like myself, as well as helping out our local Brooklyn’s Playground ” said Samantha Berryman, a student in the class who also is a Cross Country and Track athlete at Idaho State. “It is a great experience to see what it takes to put on an event such as this.”
Another way to make the fun run worthwhile is to give away free items. Every participant will receive a T-shirt, and a raffle ticket for a large amount of donated prizes. To make the event a little more unique, there will be a “Fit Fair” following the run as well as booths that will be handing out free items.
“We are so grateful for our sponsors Idaho Central Credit Union, Partner Steel, Ideal Audio, Outer Limits and the many businesses donating items. Without their assistance this event would not be possible. It is because of Businesses like these that we are able to put this race on and as a result, the Bengal Foundation will get help in their effort to provide scholarships to athletes earning their college education,” expressed Berryman.
For more information, please contact Devin Papetti, Co-Marketing and Promotions at 208-241-8187 papedevi@isu.edu
or Clark Rasmussen, Race Director at 208-680-5720 rasmvict@isu.edu or Dr. Caroline Faure at 208-282-4085 faurcaro@isu.edu.
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ISU STUDENTS CREATE FUN RUN TO GIVE BACK
Idaho State University Class Creates Santa Claws Fun Run to Benefit Brooklyn’s Playground and Bengal Foundation
Pocatello, Idaho – Idaho State University’s Sport Science and Physical Education students are putting on a 5K Fun Run to help kick off the Holidays while benefitting Brooklyn’s Playground and the Bengal Foundation. The fun run, dubbed the Santa Claws Fun Run, will be held on December 3, 2011 starting at the east side of Reed Gym on the ISU campus.
All ages are encouraged to participate in the 5K. Run, jog or walk to holiday music heard on the course with friends, and family starting at 9:30am at Reed Gym. The course will then follow the Red Hill Trail. All paths are paved and will be cleared of any snow and/or ice prior to the event. After the run, join in the fun with both Santa Claus, and Santa Claws with plenty of complimentary good eats. There will also be a “Fit Fair” located in the main gym, where there will be vendors showing off fitness related products as well as access for fitness related testing.
Registration is available online at Active.com, (keywords Santa Claws Fun Run). The pre-registration fee is $20 for those 15 and older, and on the day of the race is $25 starting at 7:30am. The first 50 kids under age 14 can also race for free thanks to additional sponsorship from Idaho Central Credit Union. Kids should sign up at the Wellness Center or on race day.
“We really want this event to be worthwhile,” stated Devin Papetti, a student in the Senior Capstone class who was assigned the role of Co-Director of Marketing and Promotions. “Our goal is to ensure the participants have fun and enjoy themselves during their time on the course as well as at the ‘Fit Fair’. We are excited to give back to the community and university by donating the proceeds to Brooklyn’s Playground and the Bengal Foundation.”
Dr. Karen Appleby’s PE 4454 class was given the assignment to organize the run to help teach them the inner working of the field of Sports Management. Students are managing all aspects of the race including race logistics, risk management and marketing and promotions. To bring more meaning to what the students were doing, the class decided that all the proceeds would go to Brooklyn’s Playground and the Bengal Foundation. Money raised for Brooklyn’s Playground goes towards the maintenance and upkeep fund for the all-access playground. Money raised through the Foundation is dedicated to scholarships for student athletes, several of whom are taking the class.
“This is a great opportunity for students and student athletes to give back to an organization that helps athletes, like myself, as well as helping out our local Brooklyn’s Playground ” said Samantha Berryman, a student in the class who also is a Cross Country and Track athlete at Idaho State. “It is a great experience to see what it takes to put on an event such as this.”
Another way to make the fun run worthwhile is to give away free items. Every participant will receive a T-shirt, and a raffle ticket for a large amount of donated prizes. To make the event a little more unique, there will be a “Fit Fair” following the run as well as booths that will be handing out free items.
“We are so grateful for our sponsors Idaho Central Credit Union, Partner Steel, Ideal Audio, Outer Limits and the many businesses donating items. Without their assistance this event would not be possible. It is because of Businesses like these that we are able to put this race on and as a result, the Bengal Foundation will get help in their effort to provide scholarships to athletes earning their college education,” expressed Berryman.
For more information, please contact Devin Papetti, Co-Marketing and Promotions at 208-241-8187 papedevi@isu.edu
or Clark Rasmussen, Race Director at 208-680-5720 rasmvict@isu.edu or Dr. Caroline Faure at 208-282-4085 faurcaro@isu.edu.
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Idaho State Human Resource Development Applied Research Center Selected as Finalist for IdeaPaint Makeover Project
Released by Idaho State University November 29, 2011
Contact: Rita McNeil, Associate Professor of HRTD, 208-282-3640
Idaho State Human Resource Development Applied Research Center
Selected as Finalist for IdeaPaint Makeover Project
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Human Resource Training and Development Student Applied Research Center has been named as one of 10 finalists in the IDEAPAINT360 Makeover Contest.
The ISU program will receive a free room renovation from IdeaPaint if it is selected as one of two winners in the contest based on a popular vote. Voting ends Dec. 4.
“Finalists will be selected on the basis of how many online votes they receive from the public, so we’re soliciting our program supporters and supporters of ISU to vote for us to help us get this generous renovation,” said Rita McNeil, associate professor of Human Resource Training and Development.
To cast a vote in support of the program, visit the website http://www.ideapaint.com/360Vote. Voters may vote once per day for each of the seven eligible days.
The ISU HRTD department is in the midst of developing a Student Applied Research Center that HRTD students will use to conduct research and share their findings in a collaborative and interactive environment. The new center is in need of renovation and the HRTD Student Research Team created a video entry for the national makeover contest.
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Contact: Rita McNeil, Associate Professor of HRTD, 208-282-3640
Idaho State Human Resource Development Applied Research Center
Selected as Finalist for IdeaPaint Makeover Project
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Human Resource Training and Development Student Applied Research Center has been named as one of 10 finalists in the IDEAPAINT360 Makeover Contest.
The ISU program will receive a free room renovation from IdeaPaint if it is selected as one of two winners in the contest based on a popular vote. Voting ends Dec. 4.
“Finalists will be selected on the basis of how many online votes they receive from the public, so we’re soliciting our program supporters and supporters of ISU to vote for us to help us get this generous renovation,” said Rita McNeil, associate professor of Human Resource Training and Development.
To cast a vote in support of the program, visit the website http://www.ideapaint.com/360Vote. Voters may vote once per day for each of the seven eligible days.
The ISU HRTD department is in the midst of developing a Student Applied Research Center that HRTD students will use to conduct research and share their findings in a collaborative and interactive environment. The new center is in need of renovation and the HRTD Student Research Team created a video entry for the national makeover contest.
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Idaho State University Faculty Exhibition on Display at Davis Gallery through Jan. 20
Released by Idaho State University November 29, 2011
Contact: Amy Jo Popa, 208-282-3341
Idaho State University Faculty Exhibition on Display at Davis Gallery through Jan. 20
POCATELLLO – The Idaho State University annual Art and Pre-Architecture Faculty Exhibition will run in the John B. Davis Gallery in the ISU Fine Arts Building through Jan. 20.
The exhibition will be on display from Nov. 29 to Dec. 20, and then reopened Jan. 9-20. The gallery will be closed during ISU’s student winter break.
Faculty members exhibiting work include Scott Evans, Rudy Kovacs, Linda Leeuwrik, Anthony Martin, Amy Jo Popa, Doug Warnock and Angie Zielinski.
Adjunct faculty members exhibiting work include Ryan Babcock, Lou Christofferson, Cheryl Hanson, Lynne Parker, Lou Pirro and Omar Sarabia.
The John B. Davis Gallery hours are Monday – Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays.
For more information regarding the gallery call Amy Jo Popa, John B. Davis Gallery director at 282 – 3341.
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Contact: Amy Jo Popa, 208-282-3341
Idaho State University Faculty Exhibition on Display at Davis Gallery through Jan. 20
POCATELLLO – The Idaho State University annual Art and Pre-Architecture Faculty Exhibition will run in the John B. Davis Gallery in the ISU Fine Arts Building through Jan. 20.
The exhibition will be on display from Nov. 29 to Dec. 20, and then reopened Jan. 9-20. The gallery will be closed during ISU’s student winter break.
Faculty members exhibiting work include Scott Evans, Rudy Kovacs, Linda Leeuwrik, Anthony Martin, Amy Jo Popa, Doug Warnock and Angie Zielinski.
Adjunct faculty members exhibiting work include Ryan Babcock, Lou Christofferson, Cheryl Hanson, Lynne Parker, Lou Pirro and Omar Sarabia.
The John B. Davis Gallery hours are Monday – Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays.
For more information regarding the gallery call Amy Jo Popa, John B. Davis Gallery director at 282 – 3341.
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Idaho State University Hosts National Science Foundation Workshop Nov. 30-Dec. 2 at Idaho Museum of Natural History on Topic of Virtual Repositories
Released by Idaho State University November 28, 2011
Contact: Herb Maschner, 208-282-5417
Idaho State University Hosts National Science Foundation Workshop Nov. 30-Dec. 2 at Idaho Museum of Natural History on Topic of Virtual Repositories
POCATELLO – The U.S. National Science Foundation will host an international workshop “Virtual Repositories for a Global Archaeological Science” Nov. 30-Dec. 2 at the Idaho State University Idaho Museum of Natural History.
“The workshop examines the science of creating virtual museum repositories where entire museum and archaeological collections are put online so that research can be conducted by anyone from wherever they are located,” said Herbert Maschner, director of the Idaho Museum of Natural History.
Maschner, Corey Schou, ISU director of the Informatics Research Institute (IRI), and Matt Betts, curator, Canadian Museum of Civilization, are organizing the workshop. The workshop will include participants from the fields of archaeology, museum studies, computer science and related fields.
Representatives from the Smithsonian Institution, the University of Alaska, University of Illinois, University of British Columbia, University of Arkansas, Arizona State University, and George Washington University, and participants from the National Park Service, various museums, and a number of Native American groups are expected to attend.
This workshop will construct a model for the virtualization of cultural materials. This event builds on the widespread success of the bones website already in progress at the museum, and highlights the important work the Idaho Museum Natural History, the ISU Informatics Research Institute and ISU have been doing in the fields of 3D imaging, database engineering and public science.
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Contact: Herb Maschner, 208-282-5417
Idaho State University Hosts National Science Foundation Workshop Nov. 30-Dec. 2 at Idaho Museum of Natural History on Topic of Virtual Repositories
POCATELLO – The U.S. National Science Foundation will host an international workshop “Virtual Repositories for a Global Archaeological Science” Nov. 30-Dec. 2 at the Idaho State University Idaho Museum of Natural History.
“The workshop examines the science of creating virtual museum repositories where entire museum and archaeological collections are put online so that research can be conducted by anyone from wherever they are located,” said Herbert Maschner, director of the Idaho Museum of Natural History.
Maschner, Corey Schou, ISU director of the Informatics Research Institute (IRI), and Matt Betts, curator, Canadian Museum of Civilization, are organizing the workshop. The workshop will include participants from the fields of archaeology, museum studies, computer science and related fields.
Representatives from the Smithsonian Institution, the University of Alaska, University of Illinois, University of British Columbia, University of Arkansas, Arizona State University, and George Washington University, and participants from the National Park Service, various museums, and a number of Native American groups are expected to attend.
This workshop will construct a model for the virtualization of cultural materials. This event builds on the widespread success of the bones website already in progress at the museum, and highlights the important work the Idaho Museum Natural History, the ISU Informatics Research Institute and ISU have been doing in the fields of 3D imaging, database engineering and public science.
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Monday, November 28, 2011
Idaho State University Tree Lighting Festival Set Dec. 1 at the Pond Student Union Entrance
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Released by Idaho State University November 28, 2011
Contact: Jordan Chapman, (208) 282-4522 or upc@isu.edu
Idaho State University Tree Lighting Festival
Set Dec. 1 at the Pond Student Union Entrance
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Union Program Council will hold a Holiday Tree Lighting Festival at 7 p.m. Dec. 1 featuring a variety of activities.
The lighting event will be held at the Hutchinson Quadrangle entrance of the Pond Student Union at Idaho State University. The UPC, with support from ISU Credit Union and Flowers by LD, is holding the event to encourage a unity between ISU and the community throughout the holidays.
The event will consist of the lighting of a 25-foot-high holiday tree, carriage rides, an ice sculptor, a cookie decorating activity, free holiday treats and hot cocoa, and a performance by the ISU Chamber Choir. The event is free to everyone.
For more information, contact the UPC at upc@isu.edu.
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Released by Idaho State University November 28, 2011
Contact: Jordan Chapman, (208) 282-4522 or upc@isu.edu
Idaho State University Tree Lighting Festival
Set Dec. 1 at the Pond Student Union Entrance
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Union Program Council will hold a Holiday Tree Lighting Festival at 7 p.m. Dec. 1 featuring a variety of activities.
The lighting event will be held at the Hutchinson Quadrangle entrance of the Pond Student Union at Idaho State University. The UPC, with support from ISU Credit Union and Flowers by LD, is holding the event to encourage a unity between ISU and the community throughout the holidays.
The event will consist of the lighting of a 25-foot-high holiday tree, carriage rides, an ice sculptor, a cookie decorating activity, free holiday treats and hot cocoa, and a performance by the ISU Chamber Choir. The event is free to everyone.
For more information, contact the UPC at upc@isu.edu.
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ISU Operation Gift Wrap, Marines Corps Toys for Tots Collecting Requests for Wish-Lists, Donations for Veterans and Their Families
Released by Idaho State University November 28, 2011
Contact: Casey Santee or Tomarra Byington, 208-282-4298
ISU Operation Gift Wrap, Marines Corps Toys for Tots
Collecting Requests for Wish-Lists, Donations for Veterans and Their Families
POCATELLO – The Operation Gift Wrap Program, sponsored by the Idaho State University Veterans’ Sanctuary and Armed Forces Veterans’ Club, is collecting requests for a Christmas wish-list, as well as donations, to help provide for the needs of ISU veterans and their spouses during the holiday season.
The Veterans’ Sanctuary and Veterans’ Club will also be partnering with the Marine Corps Toys for Tots Program to collect toys for each of the family’s children.
For Operation Gift Wrap, ISU student veterans are encouraged to submit their requests through Dec. 6. They can submit these requests at the ISU Veterans’ Sanctuary office, located on the third floor of the Pond Student Union, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. When submitting requests, people should specify if they would like gifts, or gift cards, for the family’s adults.
To participate in the Marine Corps Toys for Tots program, those making requests should submit the genders and ages of the children in each family. The Veterans’ Sanctuary will provide this information to the Toys for Tots Program.
Donations for Operation Gift Wrap can be made at the Veterans’ Sanctuary or at the ISU Foundation, located in the basement of the ISU Administration Building. The Veterans’ Club will also be collecting donations and wish-list requests from Nov. 28 to Dec. 2 in ISU’s Rendezvous Complex and Pond Student Union from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Please limit gift requests to $50 per person; wishes will be fulfilled as funding allows.
The gifts will be wrapped and ready for pick up/delivery to each of the families on Dec. 9.
For more information about Operation Gift Wrap, please contact Casey Santee or Tomarra Byington at (208) 282-4298. For more information about Toys for Tots, contact Phillip Hartman at (208) 242-8949.
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Contact: Casey Santee or Tomarra Byington, 208-282-4298
ISU Operation Gift Wrap, Marines Corps Toys for Tots
Collecting Requests for Wish-Lists, Donations for Veterans and Their Families
POCATELLO – The Operation Gift Wrap Program, sponsored by the Idaho State University Veterans’ Sanctuary and Armed Forces Veterans’ Club, is collecting requests for a Christmas wish-list, as well as donations, to help provide for the needs of ISU veterans and their spouses during the holiday season.
The Veterans’ Sanctuary and Veterans’ Club will also be partnering with the Marine Corps Toys for Tots Program to collect toys for each of the family’s children.
For Operation Gift Wrap, ISU student veterans are encouraged to submit their requests through Dec. 6. They can submit these requests at the ISU Veterans’ Sanctuary office, located on the third floor of the Pond Student Union, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. When submitting requests, people should specify if they would like gifts, or gift cards, for the family’s adults.
To participate in the Marine Corps Toys for Tots program, those making requests should submit the genders and ages of the children in each family. The Veterans’ Sanctuary will provide this information to the Toys for Tots Program.
Donations for Operation Gift Wrap can be made at the Veterans’ Sanctuary or at the ISU Foundation, located in the basement of the ISU Administration Building. The Veterans’ Club will also be collecting donations and wish-list requests from Nov. 28 to Dec. 2 in ISU’s Rendezvous Complex and Pond Student Union from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Please limit gift requests to $50 per person; wishes will be fulfilled as funding allows.
The gifts will be wrapped and ready for pick up/delivery to each of the families on Dec. 9.
For more information about Operation Gift Wrap, please contact Casey Santee or Tomarra Byington at (208) 282-4298. For more information about Toys for Tots, contact Phillip Hartman at (208) 242-8949.
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Tuesday, November 22, 2011
Idaho State University United Way Teams To Bowl at PSUB Tuesday to Raise Funds
MEDIA ADVISORY/PHOTO OPPORTUNITY
November 21, 2011
Idaho State University United Way Teams
To Bowl at PSUB Tuesday to Raise Funds
What: Idaho State University Information Technology Services is sponsoring a bowling tournament to raise funds for United Way from noon to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 22, in the Pond Student Union bowling alley.
There are 17 United Way teams signed up for the tournament, and the $40 participation fee from each team will be donated to United Way.
Participants from a variety of ISU departments are encouraged to wear costumes – one, for example, is coming in all pink.
Additional Information: Marjanna Hulet, ISU ITS, 282-2598 or 705-7367 (c).
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November 21, 2011
Idaho State University United Way Teams
To Bowl at PSUB Tuesday to Raise Funds
What: Idaho State University Information Technology Services is sponsoring a bowling tournament to raise funds for United Way from noon to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 22, in the Pond Student Union bowling alley.
There are 17 United Way teams signed up for the tournament, and the $40 participation fee from each team will be donated to United Way.
Participants from a variety of ISU departments are encouraged to wear costumes – one, for example, is coming in all pink.
Additional Information: Marjanna Hulet, ISU ITS, 282-2598 or 705-7367 (c).
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Idaho State University Researcher John Dudgeon Unravels Archaeological Mysteries Examining Skeletal Fragments Using High-Tech Tools
Released by Idaho State University November 21, 2011
Contact: John Dudgeon, (208) 282-2629/5420 or dudgeon@isu.edu
Idaho State University Researcher John Dudgeon Unravels Archaeological Mysteries
Examining Skeletal Fragments Using High-Tech Tools
POCATELLO – Using only a tooth, researchers at Idaho State University can help solve ancient archeological mysteries – for example, determining what someone ate hundreds of years ago on Easter Island or tracing the genetics of 2,000-year-old Roman slaves – by utilizing new technologies and methods.
“One single tooth from a skeleton can tell you a whole lot of things,” said John Dudgeon, Idaho State University anthropology assistant professor, who, among other duties, is the director of the ISU Anthropology-Biology Ancient DNA Extraction Laboratory.
Dudgeon, whose specialty is “bioarchaeology,” and his students can extract residues from teeth and other skeletal fragments, such as old or “ancient” DNA, stable isotopes of carbon and nitrogen and microfossils of plants eaten by prehistoric people and animals, by using the DNA Extraction Laboratory, scanning electron microscopy and other advanced instrumentation in the ISU Center for Archaeology, Materials and Applied Spectroscopy.
One major area of Dudgeon’s research is studying the archaeology of Rapa Nui, also known as Easter Island, which is an isolated Polynesian island in the South Pacific Ocean. The island is a World Heritage Site famous for its monumental statues.
By examining teeth approximately 400 to 800 years old from Easter Island, Dudgeon has been able to expand the understanding of its ancient peoples.
“We can perform a kind of genetic “pedigree” analysis to see who they are related to, from the standpoint of their close kin on the island and more distantly, to their ancestry from other islands. We can also do stable isotope analyses that allows us to understand aspects of diet, such as how much terrestrial, or land-based protein they’ve consumed, versus how much marine-based protein they’ve consumed” Dudgeon said.
These discoveries give Dudgeon and his colleagues many clues about the lifestyle and use of the land by the ancient inhabitants of Easter Island. His studies suggest, for example, that most of the protein the inhabitants consumed was terrestrial, rather than marine.
“They relied on terrestrial protein mostly, even though they lived on a remote, relatively cold and barren island, without much to eat that they didn’t bring with them,” Dudgeon said. “We find of a lot of rat and chicken as protein sources, but not much evidence of marine protein, like fish or sea mammals.”
The genetic sampling provides a lot of important information. From the teeth collected from 13 skeletons at one site on Easter Island, Dudgeon was able to determine that three of the people were directly related to each other.
“It is amazing we can look at these ancient remains and determine very precisely how closely people are related to one another,” Dudgeon said.
Additionally, genetic testing can also help address other unresolved questions. Dudgeon is hoping by examining the DNA of ancient Easter Islanders, he can trace the genetics of those residents to identify more precisely where the residents of Easter Island and other Polynesian Islands originated.
“With the studies we’ve done, we’ve already determined that the residents of Rapa Nui were more genetically diverse than what was previously thought,” Dudgeon said.
Dudgeon and his colleagues from Vanderbilt University in Tennessee will soon begin a project to do DNA analysis of about 110 teeth from Roman slaves that are about 2,000 years old to try to determine where the slaves originated. By tracing the genetics of the slaves, using only the teeth as samples, researchers can learn much about ancient Rome. Dudgeon has been contracted by the international Roman DNA Project to complete analysis of the slaves’ teeth and will likely begin that study by year’s end.
These new technologies and advanced methods are allowing researchers to be much less obtrusive in completing their studies. They can now glean as much information from a small fragment of bone or tooth as they could previously learn from a whole human skeleton. As is the case with the Roman DNA Project, it is much easier to ship and obtain a number of teeth than to receive 110 skeletons to complete the research.
Dudgeon touted the resources available at Idaho State University and the special services the institution can offer, such as ISU’s Molecular Research Core Facility.
“With the equipment, protocols and expertise we have in place, these projects could really put ISU on the map, in terms of biomolecular archaeology,” Dudgeon said. “We can do a number of things particularly well here at ISU which can allow us to analyze archaeological samples from around the world. We’re on the cusp of doing some amazing things with something as small as a single tooth. No pun intended.”
The following websites feature information on topics covered in this story: http://www.isu.edu/anthro/dudgeon.shtml, for info on Dudgeon’s research interests; http://www.isu.edu/anthro/adel.shtml, ISU’s Ancient DNA Extraction Lab; http://www.isu.edu/camas/, ISU’s Center for Archaeology, Materials, and Applied Spectroscopy; and http://romandnaproject.org/, Roman DNA Project.
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Contact: John Dudgeon, (208) 282-2629/5420 or dudgeon@isu.edu
Idaho State University Researcher John Dudgeon Unravels Archaeological Mysteries
Examining Skeletal Fragments Using High-Tech Tools
POCATELLO – Using only a tooth, researchers at Idaho State University can help solve ancient archeological mysteries – for example, determining what someone ate hundreds of years ago on Easter Island or tracing the genetics of 2,000-year-old Roman slaves – by utilizing new technologies and methods.
“One single tooth from a skeleton can tell you a whole lot of things,” said John Dudgeon, Idaho State University anthropology assistant professor, who, among other duties, is the director of the ISU Anthropology-Biology Ancient DNA Extraction Laboratory.
Dudgeon, whose specialty is “bioarchaeology,” and his students can extract residues from teeth and other skeletal fragments, such as old or “ancient” DNA, stable isotopes of carbon and nitrogen and microfossils of plants eaten by prehistoric people and animals, by using the DNA Extraction Laboratory, scanning electron microscopy and other advanced instrumentation in the ISU Center for Archaeology, Materials and Applied Spectroscopy.
One major area of Dudgeon’s research is studying the archaeology of Rapa Nui, also known as Easter Island, which is an isolated Polynesian island in the South Pacific Ocean. The island is a World Heritage Site famous for its monumental statues.
By examining teeth approximately 400 to 800 years old from Easter Island, Dudgeon has been able to expand the understanding of its ancient peoples.
“We can perform a kind of genetic “pedigree” analysis to see who they are related to, from the standpoint of their close kin on the island and more distantly, to their ancestry from other islands. We can also do stable isotope analyses that allows us to understand aspects of diet, such as how much terrestrial, or land-based protein they’ve consumed, versus how much marine-based protein they’ve consumed” Dudgeon said.
These discoveries give Dudgeon and his colleagues many clues about the lifestyle and use of the land by the ancient inhabitants of Easter Island. His studies suggest, for example, that most of the protein the inhabitants consumed was terrestrial, rather than marine.
“They relied on terrestrial protein mostly, even though they lived on a remote, relatively cold and barren island, without much to eat that they didn’t bring with them,” Dudgeon said. “We find of a lot of rat and chicken as protein sources, but not much evidence of marine protein, like fish or sea mammals.”
The genetic sampling provides a lot of important information. From the teeth collected from 13 skeletons at one site on Easter Island, Dudgeon was able to determine that three of the people were directly related to each other.
“It is amazing we can look at these ancient remains and determine very precisely how closely people are related to one another,” Dudgeon said.
Additionally, genetic testing can also help address other unresolved questions. Dudgeon is hoping by examining the DNA of ancient Easter Islanders, he can trace the genetics of those residents to identify more precisely where the residents of Easter Island and other Polynesian Islands originated.
“With the studies we’ve done, we’ve already determined that the residents of Rapa Nui were more genetically diverse than what was previously thought,” Dudgeon said.
Dudgeon and his colleagues from Vanderbilt University in Tennessee will soon begin a project to do DNA analysis of about 110 teeth from Roman slaves that are about 2,000 years old to try to determine where the slaves originated. By tracing the genetics of the slaves, using only the teeth as samples, researchers can learn much about ancient Rome. Dudgeon has been contracted by the international Roman DNA Project to complete analysis of the slaves’ teeth and will likely begin that study by year’s end.
These new technologies and advanced methods are allowing researchers to be much less obtrusive in completing their studies. They can now glean as much information from a small fragment of bone or tooth as they could previously learn from a whole human skeleton. As is the case with the Roman DNA Project, it is much easier to ship and obtain a number of teeth than to receive 110 skeletons to complete the research.
Dudgeon touted the resources available at Idaho State University and the special services the institution can offer, such as ISU’s Molecular Research Core Facility.
“With the equipment, protocols and expertise we have in place, these projects could really put ISU on the map, in terms of biomolecular archaeology,” Dudgeon said. “We can do a number of things particularly well here at ISU which can allow us to analyze archaeological samples from around the world. We’re on the cusp of doing some amazing things with something as small as a single tooth. No pun intended.”
The following websites feature information on topics covered in this story: http://www.isu.edu/anthro/dudgeon.shtml, for info on Dudgeon’s research interests; http://www.isu.edu/anthro/adel.shtml, ISU’s Ancient DNA Extraction Lab; http://www.isu.edu/camas/, ISU’s Center for Archaeology, Materials, and Applied Spectroscopy; and http://romandnaproject.org/, Roman DNA Project.
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Monday, November 21, 2011
District 25 Vocational Transition Program Hosts Open House for New Home at Idaho State University
Released by: Idaho State University
Written by: Kim Khan and Andrew Taylor November 18, 2011
Contact: Martha Fae Frymire, 208-223-2031
District 25 Vocational Transition Program Hosts
Open House for New Home at Idaho State University
POCATELLO— The Idaho School District 25 Vocational Opportunities for Independent Community-based Education (VOICE) program, which serves special needs students, held an open house on Nov. 18 from noon to 3 p.m. to celebrate its new home in the Vocational Arts Building at Idaho State University.
The VOICE program is for School District 25 special needs students who have graduated from high school and are between the ages 18 and 21. The school district provides services for special needs students until they are 21 if it is appropriate and needed. VOICE is a community-based program that seeks to help transition these students from school into the work force and community, said Martha Fae Frymire, District 25 teacher and VOICE program director.
“The purpose of VOICE is to help transition these students into being contributing adults by teaching them a variety of skills,” Frymire said. “Normal high school kids get out of high school and then get a job or go to college. Our students just need a little more help to get them there. We teach them the skills here so they can get a job and keep it.”
Those skills include social and work-related skills, lessons on health and nutrition, and practical instruction such as how to read and use the bus schedules. VOICE also teaches self-safety and job-related skills, among other topics.
Previously, the program was housed at Highland High School, but the new location on the ISU campus is a much better fit for the program and its participants.
“The ISU location allows for a more real-life setting and access to the PRT [Pocatello Regional Transit]—a key to the success of the program,” Frymire said. ”The students are treated like adults and not as high school kids. We are very appreciative and thankful that Idaho State University has provided this space.”
Frymire has been searching for the past four years to find the right place for the VOICE program. She came into contact with Laura Vailas, ISU’s first lady, who, with the help of Laura Woodworth-Ney, associate vice president for academic affairs, helped find a new location for the program. Vailas and Woodworth-Ney worked with the ISU College of Technology leadership, former Dean Marilyn Davis and current Interim Dean Scott Rasmussen.
“Idaho State University is honored and pleased to support School District 25's transitional program,” said Ney. “We are blessed to be part of the larger community in Pocatello and Southeast Idaho, and feel fortunate that we had this opportunity to assist the School District. This is one example of ongoing collaborative efforts with K-12 educators.”
Being located on a college campus has benefitted VOICE in a variety of other ways. The VOICE students are on college campus with peers of the same age. Additionally, ISU has offered work opportunities for the VOICE students in a variety of programs and offices.
The District 25 VOICE program is the fourth special-needs-student vocational program to be associated with a college in Idaho, according to Frymire. Three other programs associated with colleges are located in Boise, Nampa and Twin Falls, with a new program in progress in Lewiston.
For more information regarding the District 25 VOICE, contact Martha Fae Frymire at (208) 223-2031.
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Written by: Kim Khan and Andrew Taylor November 18, 2011
Contact: Martha Fae Frymire, 208-223-2031
District 25 Vocational Transition Program Hosts
Open House for New Home at Idaho State University
POCATELLO— The Idaho School District 25 Vocational Opportunities for Independent Community-based Education (VOICE) program, which serves special needs students, held an open house on Nov. 18 from noon to 3 p.m. to celebrate its new home in the Vocational Arts Building at Idaho State University.
The VOICE program is for School District 25 special needs students who have graduated from high school and are between the ages 18 and 21. The school district provides services for special needs students until they are 21 if it is appropriate and needed. VOICE is a community-based program that seeks to help transition these students from school into the work force and community, said Martha Fae Frymire, District 25 teacher and VOICE program director.
“The purpose of VOICE is to help transition these students into being contributing adults by teaching them a variety of skills,” Frymire said. “Normal high school kids get out of high school and then get a job or go to college. Our students just need a little more help to get them there. We teach them the skills here so they can get a job and keep it.”
Those skills include social and work-related skills, lessons on health and nutrition, and practical instruction such as how to read and use the bus schedules. VOICE also teaches self-safety and job-related skills, among other topics.
Previously, the program was housed at Highland High School, but the new location on the ISU campus is a much better fit for the program and its participants.
“The ISU location allows for a more real-life setting and access to the PRT [Pocatello Regional Transit]—a key to the success of the program,” Frymire said. ”The students are treated like adults and not as high school kids. We are very appreciative and thankful that Idaho State University has provided this space.”
Frymire has been searching for the past four years to find the right place for the VOICE program. She came into contact with Laura Vailas, ISU’s first lady, who, with the help of Laura Woodworth-Ney, associate vice president for academic affairs, helped find a new location for the program. Vailas and Woodworth-Ney worked with the ISU College of Technology leadership, former Dean Marilyn Davis and current Interim Dean Scott Rasmussen.
“Idaho State University is honored and pleased to support School District 25's transitional program,” said Ney. “We are blessed to be part of the larger community in Pocatello and Southeast Idaho, and feel fortunate that we had this opportunity to assist the School District. This is one example of ongoing collaborative efforts with K-12 educators.”
Being located on a college campus has benefitted VOICE in a variety of other ways. The VOICE students are on college campus with peers of the same age. Additionally, ISU has offered work opportunities for the VOICE students in a variety of programs and offices.
The District 25 VOICE program is the fourth special-needs-student vocational program to be associated with a college in Idaho, according to Frymire. Three other programs associated with colleges are located in Boise, Nampa and Twin Falls, with a new program in progress in Lewiston.
For more information regarding the District 25 VOICE, contact Martha Fae Frymire at (208) 223-2031.
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Idaho State University release: Calendar of Events, Nov. 18-Dec. 3
Released by: Idaho State University November 18, 2011
Written by: Kim Khan
Calendar of Events
ISU Coming Events: November 18-December 3
The Idaho State University Office of Marketing and Communications distributes this event calendar to let the public and media know about upcoming non-athletic events at the University. This information is intended for release in print and broadcast events calendars. Various events calendars with more complete information are available online at the website www.isu.edu/calendar. A copy of this release can also be accessed via ISU’s homepage at www.isu.edu. Information about ISU athletic events is available at www.isubengals.com. The area code for all phone numbers is 208 unless otherwise noted. The phone number for Marketing and Communications is (208) 282-3620.
Friday, November 18
· Call for submissions for Exhibit: The Women's History Month Committee at Idaho State University is calling for submissions for "Mama Said: The Artworks and Artifacts of Wise Women" to be on exhibit at the Transition Gallery on the ISU campus Feb. 27 - March 10 in recognition of National Women's History Month. A formal call for artists can be found at http://www.isu.edu/andersoncenter. The submission deadline is Jan. 9. For further information contact the Anderson Center at (208) 282-2805 or email gndrctr@isu.edu.
Friday, November 18
· Donations Needed for “Read and Feed” Service Project at ISU-Twin Falls: Idaho State University-Twin Falls elementary education students and College of Southern Idaho education students are working together on a service project "Read and Feed" to give Twin Falls elementary students books and snacks on Dec. 9. The ISU/CSI students are seeking donations of new or gently used books and healthy, non-perishable snacks such as pretzels or granola bars to give to 164 first and second graders at Lincoln Elementary School in Twin Falls. Donations are requested by December 1. They can be dropped off at the ISU Twin Falls office in the Evergreen Building at CSI or at the CSI Education Office in the Aspen Building at CSI. Donations can be picked up by calling 208-736-2101 to arrange a pickup.
Friday, November 18
· ISU Outdoor Center will begin renting yurts and cabins: The Idaho State University Outdoor Adventure Center will begin renting and taking reservations for the Portneuf Yurt System yurts and Camp Taylor cabins beginning at 9 a.m. Nov. 18. The ISU Outdoor Adventure Center will also be taking winter reservations for Camp Taylor cabins located on Scout Mountain. The ISU Outdoor Adventure Center is open Mondays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesdays through Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and, beginning Jan. 7, it will be open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information on renting a yurt or cabin, contact the OAC at 208-282-3912.
Friday, November 18, and Saturday, November 19
· Tribute: Dance ISU Concert: The ISU Department of Theatre and Dance will present Tribute: Dance ISU Concert at 7:30 p.m. in the Roger’s Black Box Theatre. Ticket prices are $15 for adults, $9 for pre-college students and $7 for ISU students with Bengal cards. No children under six will be admitted. Tickets can be purchased online at www.isu.edu/tickets/ or by telephone at 208-282-3595.
Friday, November 18, and Saturday, November 19
· Camerata Singers Concert: The Camerata singers will perform from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. in the Jensen Grand Concert Hall in the Stephens Performing Arts Center. Ticket prices are $8 for adults, $6 for faculty/staff, $4 for pre-college students and free for ISU students with Bengal cards. For more information, call 208-282-3636.
Monday, November 21 through Friday, November 25
· Fall Recess (no classes), Offices will be open Nov. 21-23
Thursday, December 1
· Holiday Tree Lighting Festival: The Idaho State University Union Program Council will hold a Holiday Tree Lighting Festival at 7 p.m. Dec. 1. The lighting event will be held at the Hutchinson Quadrangle entrance of the Pond Student Union at Idaho State University. The event will consist of the lighting of a 25-foot-high holiday tree, carriage rides, an ice sculptor, a cookie decorating activity, free holiday treats and hot cocoa, and a performance by the ISU Chamber Choir. The event is free to everyone.
Friday, December 2
· ISU Choirs Holiday Concert: The ISU Choirs Holiday Concert will run from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. in the Jensen Grand Concert Hall in the Stephens Performing Arts Center. Ticket prices are $8 for adults, $6 for faculty/staff, $4 for pre-college students and free for ISU students with Bengal cards. For more information, call 208-282-3636.
Saturday, December 3
· 5K Santa Claws Fun Run: Idaho State University Department of Sport Science and Physical Education students are putting on a 5K Santa Claws Fun Run on Dec. 3 to help kick off the holidays, while benefiting Brooklyn's Playground and the Bengal Foundation. All ages are encouraged to participate in the 5-kilomer run, which will start at 9:30 a.m. at the east side of Reed Gymnasium on the ISU campus. Registration is available online at Active.com, (keywords Santa Claws Fun Run). The pre-registration fee is $20 for those 15 and older, and on the day of the race is $25 starting at 7:30 a.m. The first 50 kids under age 14 can race for free. Kids should sign up at the Wellness Center or on race day. For more information contact Devin Papetti at 208-241-8187 or papedevi@isu.edu; or Clark Rasmussen at 208-680-5720 or rasmvict@isu.edu; or Dr. Caroline Faure at 208-282-4085 or faurcaro@isu.edu.
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Written by: Kim Khan
Calendar of Events
ISU Coming Events: November 18-December 3
The Idaho State University Office of Marketing and Communications distributes this event calendar to let the public and media know about upcoming non-athletic events at the University. This information is intended for release in print and broadcast events calendars. Various events calendars with more complete information are available online at the website www.isu.edu/calendar. A copy of this release can also be accessed via ISU’s homepage at www.isu.edu. Information about ISU athletic events is available at www.isubengals.com. The area code for all phone numbers is 208 unless otherwise noted. The phone number for Marketing and Communications is (208) 282-3620.
Friday, November 18
· Call for submissions for Exhibit: The Women's History Month Committee at Idaho State University is calling for submissions for "Mama Said: The Artworks and Artifacts of Wise Women" to be on exhibit at the Transition Gallery on the ISU campus Feb. 27 - March 10 in recognition of National Women's History Month. A formal call for artists can be found at http://www.isu.edu/andersoncenter. The submission deadline is Jan. 9. For further information contact the Anderson Center at (208) 282-2805 or email gndrctr@isu.edu.
Friday, November 18
· Donations Needed for “Read and Feed” Service Project at ISU-Twin Falls: Idaho State University-Twin Falls elementary education students and College of Southern Idaho education students are working together on a service project "Read and Feed" to give Twin Falls elementary students books and snacks on Dec. 9. The ISU/CSI students are seeking donations of new or gently used books and healthy, non-perishable snacks such as pretzels or granola bars to give to 164 first and second graders at Lincoln Elementary School in Twin Falls. Donations are requested by December 1. They can be dropped off at the ISU Twin Falls office in the Evergreen Building at CSI or at the CSI Education Office in the Aspen Building at CSI. Donations can be picked up by calling 208-736-2101 to arrange a pickup.
Friday, November 18
· ISU Outdoor Center will begin renting yurts and cabins: The Idaho State University Outdoor Adventure Center will begin renting and taking reservations for the Portneuf Yurt System yurts and Camp Taylor cabins beginning at 9 a.m. Nov. 18. The ISU Outdoor Adventure Center will also be taking winter reservations for Camp Taylor cabins located on Scout Mountain. The ISU Outdoor Adventure Center is open Mondays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesdays through Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and, beginning Jan. 7, it will be open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information on renting a yurt or cabin, contact the OAC at 208-282-3912.
Friday, November 18, and Saturday, November 19
· Tribute: Dance ISU Concert: The ISU Department of Theatre and Dance will present Tribute: Dance ISU Concert at 7:30 p.m. in the Roger’s Black Box Theatre. Ticket prices are $15 for adults, $9 for pre-college students and $7 for ISU students with Bengal cards. No children under six will be admitted. Tickets can be purchased online at www.isu.edu/tickets/ or by telephone at 208-282-3595.
Friday, November 18, and Saturday, November 19
· Camerata Singers Concert: The Camerata singers will perform from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. in the Jensen Grand Concert Hall in the Stephens Performing Arts Center. Ticket prices are $8 for adults, $6 for faculty/staff, $4 for pre-college students and free for ISU students with Bengal cards. For more information, call 208-282-3636.
Monday, November 21 through Friday, November 25
· Fall Recess (no classes), Offices will be open Nov. 21-23
Thursday, December 1
· Holiday Tree Lighting Festival: The Idaho State University Union Program Council will hold a Holiday Tree Lighting Festival at 7 p.m. Dec. 1. The lighting event will be held at the Hutchinson Quadrangle entrance of the Pond Student Union at Idaho State University. The event will consist of the lighting of a 25-foot-high holiday tree, carriage rides, an ice sculptor, a cookie decorating activity, free holiday treats and hot cocoa, and a performance by the ISU Chamber Choir. The event is free to everyone.
Friday, December 2
· ISU Choirs Holiday Concert: The ISU Choirs Holiday Concert will run from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. in the Jensen Grand Concert Hall in the Stephens Performing Arts Center. Ticket prices are $8 for adults, $6 for faculty/staff, $4 for pre-college students and free for ISU students with Bengal cards. For more information, call 208-282-3636.
Saturday, December 3
· 5K Santa Claws Fun Run: Idaho State University Department of Sport Science and Physical Education students are putting on a 5K Santa Claws Fun Run on Dec. 3 to help kick off the holidays, while benefiting Brooklyn's Playground and the Bengal Foundation. All ages are encouraged to participate in the 5-kilomer run, which will start at 9:30 a.m. at the east side of Reed Gymnasium on the ISU campus. Registration is available online at Active.com, (keywords Santa Claws Fun Run). The pre-registration fee is $20 for those 15 and older, and on the day of the race is $25 starting at 7:30 a.m. The first 50 kids under age 14 can race for free. Kids should sign up at the Wellness Center or on race day. For more information contact Devin Papetti at 208-241-8187 or papedevi@isu.edu; or Clark Rasmussen at 208-680-5720 or rasmvict@isu.edu; or Dr. Caroline Faure at 208-282-4085 or faurcaro@isu.edu.
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Thursday, November 17, 2011
Idaho State University Electrical Engineering Student Chris Larson Receives National Scholarship Award from IEEE
Released by: Idaho State University
Written by: Kim Khan November 17, 2011
Contact: S. Hossein Mousavinezhad, (208) 282-3292
Idaho State University Electrical Engineering Student Chris Larson
Receives National Scholarship Award from IEEE
POCATELLO – Idaho Sate University electrical engineering student Chris Larson has received a 2011 Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Power and Energy Society (IEEE PES) Scholarship.
Larson was one of 93 students nationwide who was selected for this scholarship and career experience program out of a pool of more than 700 applicants from 107 universities.
IEEE (www.ieee.org) bills itself as “The world’s largest professional association for the advancement of technology.”
This scholarship and career experience program was created in 2010 by the IEEE Power & Energy Society Governing Board in partnership with the IEEE Foundation to help address the Power and Energy Industry workforce challenge for electrical engineers.
The 93 scholars that were selected this year are from 52 U.S. universities. Checks were sent at the end of October for $184,000 in awards, with commitments for these scholars totaling $388,000 over three years of eligibility.
THE IEEE is now concentrating on efforts to assist each of these PES scholars so that a meaningful internship opportunity is available. Internship and career experience opportunities are being pledged by potential employers and posted on the website where PES scholars will be specially recognized.
For more information about the IEEE PES scholarship visit www.ee-scholarship.org/; for information about ISU Electrical Engineering Department seminars and other activities please contact EE Department Chair Dr. S. Hossein Mousavinezhad, mousseye@isu.edu.
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Written by: Kim Khan November 17, 2011
Contact: S. Hossein Mousavinezhad, (208) 282-3292
Idaho State University Electrical Engineering Student Chris Larson
Receives National Scholarship Award from IEEE
POCATELLO – Idaho Sate University electrical engineering student Chris Larson has received a 2011 Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Power and Energy Society (IEEE PES) Scholarship.
Larson was one of 93 students nationwide who was selected for this scholarship and career experience program out of a pool of more than 700 applicants from 107 universities.
IEEE (www.ieee.org) bills itself as “The world’s largest professional association for the advancement of technology.”
This scholarship and career experience program was created in 2010 by the IEEE Power & Energy Society Governing Board in partnership with the IEEE Foundation to help address the Power and Energy Industry workforce challenge for electrical engineers.
The 93 scholars that were selected this year are from 52 U.S. universities. Checks were sent at the end of October for $184,000 in awards, with commitments for these scholars totaling $388,000 over three years of eligibility.
THE IEEE is now concentrating on efforts to assist each of these PES scholars so that a meaningful internship opportunity is available. Internship and career experience opportunities are being pledged by potential employers and posted on the website where PES scholars will be specially recognized.
For more information about the IEEE PES scholarship visit www.ee-scholarship.org/; for information about ISU Electrical Engineering Department seminars and other activities please contact EE Department Chair Dr. S. Hossein Mousavinezhad, mousseye@isu.edu.
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