I was just looking at my calendar and realizing that February is…well, it’s pretty much toast! I’m writing this on the last Friday of the month, and by the time you receive it, we’ll be in March and midterms.
So what kinds of things might you want to chat about with your Bengals at this point in the semester?
Well, it’s a good time to check in with them about how they’re holding up. Are they feeling ok about their classes? Are they worried about any of them, and do they know what to do if they are? Are they taking time to take good care of themselves physically, emotionally, socially? If not, do they need some help? And have they been thinking about the classes they need to take next semester in order to stay on track to reach their goals?
This month’s newsletter is all about ways we can support your Bengals’ success, but it merely scratches the surface. My team has a full package of student support resources available—everything from connection groups to academic support options to financial and academic counseling…and more, more, more! If your students need anything, ask us if we can help. Just send us an email bengalfamilynetwork@isu.edu, and let us go to work on your student’s behalf.
Sincerely,
Lyn Redington
Vice President for Student Affairs
and Enrollment Management
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Great Ways to Feel Confident in a Course Schedule |
So…how can your students be absolutely confident that they have found the best course options, that they’ve located all of the courses they need (pre-reqs, co-reqs, labs), and that they are on track for timely completion of their academic programs?
Did you know that all first- and second-year ISU students have an assigned advisor? This is their go-to person for all of the details and expertise that will help them get the right course schedule. If your students are not sure who their advisor is, they can reach out to our outstanding advising team at AskanAdvisor@isu.edu, drop by the advising offices, or just book an online advising session.
Students can also take advantage of our April ROAR into Registration event, which will be held Monday, April 11, to Monday, April 18, in the Pond Student Union and Rendezvous buildings on the Pocatello campus.* Students can come for help registering for classes or to have a professional advisor check the schedule of courses the students have registered into on their own…and they can pick up some great Bengal SWAG!
*ROAR into Registration Schedule & Locations
MONDAY APRIL 11 - 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. - Advising and SWAG in the Pond Student Union
TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY, APRIL 12-13 - 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. - Students can drop by our tables at the main entrance of the Pond Student Union or in the Rendezvous building for SWAG or to learn about the advising options for the 14th, 15th, and 18th of April.
THURSDAY & FRIDAY, APRIL 14-15, and MONDAY, APRIL 18 - 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. - Advising and SWAG in the Pond Student Union
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Stocking Up for the Most Important Meal of the Day |
One of the most practical ways we can help students tackle their academic day with sufficient energy and focus is by ensuring that they have access to a good breakfast. Want to help? The Benny’s Pantry wish list for March donations is all about that critical meal: breakfast! If you find yourself in the breakfast aisle at a grocery store, consider picking up a few of the following items for the pantry. In a hurry? You are welcome to drop off your donations in the Student Affairs Vice President’s suite (PSUB, Hypostyle #204, Pocatello campus), and we’ll deliver them to the pantry for you. Or you can reach out directly to the pantry’s manager at (208) 282-2794 to make arrangements for your donation. Thank you for everything you do to support student success!
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Early Assurance Program Applications Now Being Accepted for Future PAs |
The ISU Physician Assistant Program strives to increase the recruitment of students who plan to serve patients experiencing significant health disparities. To accomplish this, the PA program created the Early Assurance Program for students who intend to work as primary care providers in rural areas after PA school. Read More
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The ISU Ambassador Program has opened the application for the Fall 2022 semester. We encourage students who believe they have what it takes to represent our institution by guiding campus tours, conducting high school presentations, assisting with a variety of recruiting and campus community support events, to apply by March 18, 2022, 5:00 p.m. Minimum requirements are 3.0 GPA; excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to present in front of small and large audiences; team-oriented personality; passionate about ISU and noticeable school spirit; great work-ethic and attitude.
Preferred skills include exceptional knowledge of campus, high level of involvement, and clear leadership ability.
If you believe you have the skills, love ISU, and appreciate a high energy work environment, this may be the position for you. Request an application here. The deadline to submit the application is March 18 by 5:00 p.m.
For more information, contact our office at (208) 282-2100 or email jennahopkin@isu.edu.
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Idaho State Today ran a story about some of the important work our Disability Services personnel are doing to help make education at Idaho State more accessible. The February 10 article, titled “Teams are Devoted to Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students,” not only provides a glimpse into the work our sign language interpreters do, but offers some thoughtful tips about how to help make the classroom experience more helpful and inclusive for students in need of these accommodations.
College should be a great experience! If your students are in need of some kind of accommodation or support to make their academic experience a positive one, reach out to us at our Bengal Family Network email (bengalfamilynetwork@isu.edu), and we will help you and your student connect to our Idaho State student services
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Resilience Training Offered through April |
Everyone needs resilience. Resiliency Skills Training, sponsored by Counseling and Testing, is a four-week curriculum that offers a selection of evidence-based exercises to build resilience skills and promote thriving. This training group will meet on Tuesdays, from 1:00-2:00 p.m., and will be offered in three 4-week sessions from February to April. For more information, scan the QR code in the flyer or contact Counseling and Testing at (208) 282-2130. |
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March and Early April Outdoor Adventures via the OAC |
If you’re feeling a little closed in and ready to cut loose, check out the March and early April fun offered via the Outdoor Adventure Center, including a Harriman State Park cross-country Ski and Snowshoe trip RSVP deadline today), a Moab Spring Break trip (register by March 16), and a Buffalo Field Campaign (register by March 30). For event and registration details, just click on the link.
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Positive Body Image Symposium 2022 |
Wednesday, March 9, 2022
2:00-6:00 p.m., online via Zoom
The symposium will feature renowned researchers and lecturers with expertise in body image. The sessions will offer Continuing Education Credits (CE’s) with certificates, $25.00 for 3 CE's or $10.00 per session for 1 CE per attended session. The Positive Body Image Symposium is free to the ISU community—faculty, staff, and students—and to the general public. Read More
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JCPenney Suit-Up Event Coming Up - April 7, 2022 |
Students can get up to 60% off on career apparel at JCPenney during the JCPenney Suit-Up Event. Text 1901 to 67292 to get your coupon, and meet the Idaho State Career Center folks at JCPenney in the Pine Ridge Mall on April 7, 2022! |
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“It’s On Us” Training Coming to ISU |
Monday, April 11, 2022, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Location: Wood and Little Wood River Rooms, Pond Student Union, Pocatello Campus*
*The venue may be changed to Zoom if travel restrictions should be imposed
It’s On Us.org was founded in 2014 “following recommendations from the White House Task Force to Prevent Sexual Assault that noted the importance of calling everyone into the conversation on sexual assault prevention.” In 2020, the It’s On Us and Yves Saint Laurent partnered to develop the “Abuse is Not Love” awareness campaign. Idaho State University has been selected from universities across the nation to be one of only four campuses to host an in-person* “It’s On Us” training. In fact, Idaho State will be the first in the entire western half of the U.S. to receive this training. The training is free and is open to all ISU students, faculty, and staff, as well as to the community. Attendees will be included in a raffle for giveaways! CLICK HERE FOR THE SESSION SCHEDULE.
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