Idaho State University College of Education Magazine Spring 2022

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Education Review

Vol. 2 | Spring 2022

Retired Teacher Establishes $20,000 Endowment Scholarship Page 16

15,000 Educators Advance Their Careers Thanks to the Albion Center for Professional Development Page 19

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Idaho Retired Educators Donate $2,500 to Student Scholarships

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Instructional Design and Technology Student and Professor Honored with AECT Presidential Awards

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Shannon Whitmer Honored at National Girls and Women in Sports Day

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Honors Students Create R.E.A.L. STEM Website for Upper Elementary Students

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Kevin’s Run for Funds Raises over $28,500 for Student Scholarships

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Preparing Instructional Designers Beyond the Classroom

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Academy NExT Summer Camp Provides Opportunities for Students with Disabilities

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Mixing Science and Safety

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Retired Teacher Establishes $20,000 Terry L. and Rita D. Haggardt Scholarship Endowment

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15,000 Educators Nationwide Advance Their Careers Thanks to the Albion Center for Professional Development

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Makerspace Lab to Provide Hands-On Training to P-12 Educators Across Idaho

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College of Education Faculty Host NRMERA Conference

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Annual Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Conference Empowers Future Educators

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New College of Education Faculty and Staff

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Meet Dr. Bruce Kusch, College of Education Alumnus

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College of Education Gifts

Greetings from the College of Education!

As I wrap up my second year as Dean, I am reflecting on all that we have achieved during what has been an incredibly challenging time. On a daily basis I am reminded of how lucky I am to be surrounded and inspired by caring, dedicated, and talented faculty, staff, students, and alumni.

I am honored and humbled by the trust placed in me as Dean and I look forward to the year ahead, which promises to be even better than the last.

As you read through the articles in this issue of the Bengal Education Review, I think you will agree with me that the College of Education at Idaho State University is an extraordinary place.

Our faculty continue to do amazing work to enhance students’ experiences inside and beyond the classroom. A few of this semester’s applied learning experiences include: students studying snow samples in Idaho’s backcountry to advance their understanding of avalanche safety; faculty creating a new makerspace lab that supports active learning in P-12 STEM; and faculty supporting students’ involvement with national organizations and at professional conferences. From holding our second annual Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Education Conference, to celebrating the 50th anniversary of Title IX by hosting the National Girls and Women in Sports Day, we strive to foster a welcoming and inclusive environment.

The stories we share in this issue about our teaching, service, research, outreach, and people are just a few examples of the ways in which we are making a difference in people’s lives through education. In particular, our Albion Center for Professional Development continues to provide affordable, high-quality professional development to teachers across the country, generating revenue that will allow us to fund student scholarships, faculty and staff development, technology infrastructure projects, and more.

To our friends and alumni of the College, thank you for your continued interest, engagement and support. The future of the College of Education is bright and you are integral to our continued success.

As always, I would love to hear from you, so please call (208) 282-4143 or email me at jeanmcgivneyburel@isu.edu.

Roar Bengals Roar!

Jean McGivney-Burelle, PhD

Dean and Professor College of Education

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Idaho Retired Educators Donate $2,500 In February 2022, the Southeast Idaho Retired Educators Association (SEIREA) donated $2,500 for student scholarships to the Idaho State University College of Education. SEIREA President and retired teacher, Ronda Black, presented a check to College of Education Dean, Jean McGivney-Burelle and College of Education Director of Development, Tabatha Butler, at their monthly SEIREA meeting.

SEIREA is a network of retired educators in the south eastern Idaho region who are committed to serving those in need within our community and to providing opportunities to future educators. Over the years, the organization has generously supported many future educators.

In explaining the motivation for this gift, Black said, “We just really want to see young people go into education. Teaching is one of the most valued professions there is, and we want it to be as easy as possible for students to not only pursue their passions, but also to not be burdened with thousands of dollars of debt.”

In accepting the gift, Dean McGivney-Burelle said, “In the College of Education, we are committed to making scholarships a central focus of our fundraising efforts so that all students who want to pursue a degree in the College of Education have the support they need to achieve their academic and career goals. We are grateful for SEIREA’s continued support and for this generous gift.”

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Instructional Design Student and Professor Honored with AECT Presidential Awards

By Jordan Reynolds

In 2021, Dr. John H. Curry, Associate Professor and Department Chair of Organizational Learning and Performance in the College of Education, and Rebeca Peacock, College of Education doctoral candidate in the EdD program in Educational Leadership with a concentration in Instructional Design and Technology, received Presidential Awards from the Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT).

AECT is the major international organization for instructional designers and professionals to collaborate and share their passion for finding better ways to help people learn. The organization values diversity of thought, culture, and others whose activities are directed toward improving learning. The Presidential Awards acknowledge the contributions to the organization and to the field at large. As Peacock’s professor and mentor, Dr. Curry encouraged her to become involved in AECT by attending the 2019 AECT Convention.

As Peacock noted, “I think one of the most exciting things as a graduate student is to have a faculty member invite you to engage on the scholarly side of the discipline. Dr. Curry encouraged me to attend the 2019 AECT Convention, and it was the catalyst that led to becoming involved in various association committees, becoming a 2020 Lee W. Cochran Intern, and ultimately receiving this award.”

Both Dr. Curry and Peacock were honored by the AECT Past-President and convention planner, Xun Ge. These AECT Presidential Awards were given in recognition of volunteering members and groups who contributed significantly to the success of the virtual AECT Conference. In addition to receiving a Presidential Award, Dr. Curry gave six presentations at the 2021 AECT Conference, including one titled “TechTrends 2016-2020: A Content Analysis” that Dr. Curry and Ms. Peacock co-presented.

This isn’t the first time Dr. Curry has been recognized by AECT. In 2020, he was awarded an AECT Presidential Award for his service and leadership in planning and executing a successful AECT Convention in 2019. As former AECT President Michael M. Grant, and chair of the 2019 international convention, explained, “The successes of the convention — attendance, tone, events, and sessions — are a direct result of Dr. Curry’s tireless work and service.”

Being active in major organizations such as AECT is a valuable way for College of Education students and professors to exchange ideas, be international advocates in their field, and pave the way for innovative research and implementation in their respective disciplines. It is an incredible accomplishment for not only a professor to be honored with a Presidential Award, but also a student. The College

of Education is proud of both Dr. Curry and Rebeca Peacock for their incredible achievements in the field of instructional design and technology.

Peacock expressed, “I am so grateful to have wonderful professors in this program to learn from and especially grateful to be Dr. Curry’s advisee. His mentorship and encouragement has been invaluable, and I am so glad I came to ISU.” To learn more about AECT, Dr. Curry and Rebeca Peacock’s awards, and the AECT convention, visit aect.org.

Dr. John H. Curry, Professor

Ms. Rebeca Peacock, Student

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Shannon Whitmer College of Education Alumna, ‘95

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I am very fortunate to have had many opportunities in life, which I knew were not afforded to women before me. Those opportunities have brought me to where I am today, and I want to be able to pass that on to the student-athletes whom I am so thankful to work with every day.”

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Shannon Whitmer Honored at National Girls and Women in Sports Day

By Jordan Reynolds

On February 12, 2022, Idaho State University College of Education celebrated National Girls and Women in Sports Day. The celebration involved discounted general admission tickets and gifts for the first 300 elementary-aged children at the ISU Women’s Basketball Game against Eastern Washington University.

The theme of this year’s event was Lead Her Forward. During half-time, the 2022 Trailblazer Award was presented to College of Education alumna, Shannon Whitmer. The annual award recognizes a woman who has an affiliation to Idaho State University and who has provided significant leadership and mentorship to women in sports.

Whitmer attended Idaho State University from 1989 to 1995, and participated in the cross-country program as a student. Whitmer graduated from the College of Education in 1993 with a double major in education and physical education. She then went on to receive her Master’s of Physical Education in Athletic Administration degree in 1995, also from the College of Education.

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Currently, Whitmer teaches health professions at Pocatello High School and is the high school’s track and cross-country coach. Whitmer has been a coach for over 20 years and said, “My coaching philosophy is centered around involvement and building relationships. Obviously, as a coach, you want to see athletes succeed, but everyone’s successes are measured in different ways.”

Whitmer continued, “We will go to a cross-country race where over 200 athletes will start, and there is only one athlete who will cross the finish line first. So, finding ways to help motivate athletes to push themselves not only in a race but also at practice is very important. I think the bonds that are formed on a team are so important for the culture of that team and can lead to lifelong friendships.”

National Girls and Women in Sports Day began in 1987. It honors the achievements and recognizes the progress of girls and women in sports, and the benefits that sport and fitness activities can bring to the lives of all girls and women.

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As Whitmer said, “I am very fortunate to have had many opportunities in life, which I knew were not afforded to women before me. Those opportunities have brought me to where I am today, and I want to be able to pass that on to the student-athletes whom I am so thankful to work with every day.”

Whitmer is still very active and enjoys running and training with her athletes along with spending time outdoors doing activities such as cross-country skiing, kayaking, and walking her dog.

National Girls and Women in Sports Day was presented by Idaho State University College of Education’s Human Performance and Sport Studies Department.

1. Shannon Whitmer receiving the 2022 Trailblazer Award at National Girls and Women in Sports Day (NGWSD).

2. Shannon Whitmer, College of Education faculty, staff, and students at NGWSD. 3. ISU Women’s Basketball Team stands during the National Anthem at NGWSD. 4. Spectators helping to celebrate NGWSD. 5. The 1989-1990 Idaho State Cross-Country Team featuring Shannon Whitmer #426.

For more information about the Human Performance and Sport Studies Department, visit isu.edu/hpss.

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Honors Students Create R.E.A.L. STEM Website for Upper Elementary Students

By Jordan Reynolds

Upper elementary-aged students nationwide will now have free and remote access to R.E.A.L. STEM (Remote and Equitable Access to Learning STEM), thanks to a collaboration between honors students and their professors.

Beginning in 2021, Dr. Cory A. Bennett, Professor in Idaho State University College of Education’s Teaching and Educational Studies Department, and Dr. Shannon Kobs Nawotniak, Associate Professor in the Department of Geosciences and Director of the University Honors Program, joined forces to create R.E.A.L. STEM, with the goal of delivering authentic STEM experiences for upper elementary students. The project proposal was funded by the Idaho National Laboratory in partnership with the Idaho STEM Action Center, with additional support for student internships from the Idaho Space Grant Consortium.

Dr. Bennett and Dr. Nawotniak recruited two College of Education honors students, majoring in elementary education and secondary education,

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Photo: (left to right) Dr. Shannon Kobs Nawotniak, Kathleen Van Wesenbeeck, Meagan Jewkes, Exko Ramey, and Dr. Cory A. Bennett. Not pictured: Madison Smith.

a general studies honors student, and a geology honors student to help create the R.E.A.L. STEM website. “It is important to give our students real-world experiences and projects to work on earlier in their undergraduate degrees,” explained Dr. Bennett. “It not only helps them develop their content knowledge for teaching, but gives them opportunities to collaborate with a variety of experts on complex projects like practicing teachers do in their work.”

College of Education honors students Madison Smith, Meagan Jewkes, and General Studies honor student Exko Ramey, diligently worked over the summer and fall semesters to create an informal educational experience geared towards upper elementary-grade students. In addition to setting up the website experience, Kathleen Van Wesenbeeck, an honors student majoring in geology and physics with a minor in applied mathematics, created videos for the STEM-related activities.

The R.E.A.L. STEM website is an informal educational experience that allows 4th and 5th grade students to envision themselves in STEM careers.

Users are introduced to STEM topics by Junior Science Leaders or avatars that reflect the diversity of actual scientists.

perience for students living anywhere. Whether they have access to a university or other STEM professionals or not, we want them to start seeing themselves in this kind of work.”

A big challenge for the team was they couldn’t assume anything about where the participating kids lived while still trying to teach them using placebased examples. “It was a huge challenge,” added Dr. Nawotniak. “Just in Idaho, some of our students live in mountains, or lava fields, or ancient seabeds. We needed to make sure that the participants could identify with and learn from their natural environment, whatever that looks like.”

Each avatar allows students to explore this digital space through challenges that give them skills needed to start their journey to think and behave like a scientist. For instance, users are tasked with challenges that range from taking field notes, rendering scientific drawings, and learning to observe and make inferences from their observation notes.

In addition to the R.E.A.L. STEM website for students, teachers are also invited to participate. On the website, there is a specific link to a “Teacher’s Guide” that includes lesson plans.

Upper elementary-aged students nationwide are invited to explore the free and remote R.E.A.L. STEM website. “If you can get kids excited about being a scientist now, then the likelihood of them continuing into STEM careers increases,” explained Dr. Bennett. “Rethinking how to make STEM education accessible to kids was huge for me. Our goal was to create an educational ex-

To access and learn more about R.E.A.L. STEM, visit isu.edu/education/outreach-/.

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DID YOU HEAR?

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Inspiring Educators is the College of Education’s newest radio show. The half-hour show is hosted by College of Education Dean, Jean McGivneyBurelle and features conversations with alumni, students, and supporters of the College about their careers, philanthropy, and the future educators they inspire.

Inspiring Educators airs on the last Tuesday of every month from September through May on KISU 91.1.

Past episodes are available on KISU. org and Spotify by searching “Inspiring Educators.”

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Kevin’s Run for Funds Raises Over

$28,500 for Student Scholarships

By Jordan Reynolds

Dean McGivney-Burelle (left) personally donated $10 for every College of Education faculty and staff member who participated.

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During the inaugural fall 2021 Kevin’s Run for Funds, Idaho State University employees raised more than $28,500 for student scholarships. Nearly 300 employees and their family members joined Idaho State President, Kevin Satterlee on a 5K course through the Pocatello campus.

Satterlee said the idea for a Run for Funds fundraiser came to him when he started running for health and stress relief last year during the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. “Out of the pandemic, I created hope for myself,” Satterlee said. “As I reflected on this accomplishment, I wanted to continue the positivity, and I wanted to share that hope for the future of our students.” Satterlee issued a challenge before the event, noting for every employee who beat him, he would personally donate $10. Fiftyseven people beat him, but Satterlee opted to round up his donation to $1,000.

In addition to President Satterlee’s donation, College of Education Dean, Jean McGivney-Burelle offered $10 for any College of Education employee who participated. In total, 18 College of Education faculty and staff participated in the event with a total personal donation of $180 from Dean McGivney-Burelle.

The College of Education was grateful to be part of this event and looks forward to President Satterlee’s plan to make the Run for Funds an annual Idaho State University tradition.

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Preparing Instructional Designers Beyond the Classroom

By Jordan Reynolds

Idaho State University Nutrition and Dietetics Assistant Professor, Barbara Gordon, graduated with her doctorate in Educational Leadership with a concentration in Instructional Design and Technology in December 2021 from the College of Education.

After graduating, Gordon applied to serve as one of ten Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. The Academy, which is the association representing nutrition and dietetic professionals in the United States, annually seeks input from its 120,000 members regarding critical issues within the field of nutrition and dietetics. Gordon responded to the SME call for the topic, “Developing Collaborative-Ready Practitioners” by submitting her credentials and a summary of her dissertation titled, Preparing Future Dietitians for Interprofessional Collaboration: Employing an Evidence-Based Instructional Design Approach to Solve the Wicked Problem of Interprofessional Education, which focused on the challenges of interprofessional education (IPE) and was accepted to the program.

The Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics requires the inclusion of IPE experiences for nutrition and dietetic students. However, efforts to sustain IPE experiences have been problematic, thus resulting in it being termed a “wicked problem.” Dr. Gordon’s findings provided program directors and faculty members with actionable recommendations for developing sustainable IPE activities for nutrition and dietetic students.

Recently, Gordon stepped down from her full-time faculty position and now splits her time between travel adventures with her husband and research projects.

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Dr. Barbara Gordon throws her dissertation in the air with joy!

Academy NExT Summer Camp Provides Opportunities for Students with Disabilities The Special Education and School Psychology programs within the Idaho State University College of Education hosted the 5th annual Academy NExT (New and Exciting Transitions) summer camp in June and July of 2021. Created in partnership with the Idaho Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, Academy NExT serves students aged 14-21 across Idaho who have a disability. The primary focus of the camp is to develop communication, job exploration, and problem-solving skills to support post-secondary transitions.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, last year’s camp was moved to an online format, where participants explored careers they were interested in, used problem-solving techniques to overcome challenges, and learned about building communication skills individually, and within a team environment. Some of the interactive activities included communicating through the Marco Polo app, mock interviews with a digital avatar, learning about ca-

reer opportunities through guest speaker presentations, exploring jobs through authentic hands-on experiences in Minecraft EDU, and setting up a personal web page to replicate a digital resume.

These various activities supported the mission of Academy NExT, which included inspiring students to explore careers they are interested in while learning problem-solving skills and effective communication through activities grounded in STEM. Dr. Jenn Gallup, Associate Professor in the Special Education program, and Dr. Joel Bocanegra, Associate Professor in the School Psychology program, coordinated the 2021 Academy NExT. As Dr. Gallup explained, “Academy NExT serves students with exceptionalities across the state of Idaho. Our goal is to give kids as much independence as possible through experiences that are safe, while also letting them fail with a safety net. The only way they can grow is through failure.”

In addition to learning lifelong skills such as resiliency, interpersonal communication, and personal autonomy, Academy NExT has a mentorship program incorporated within the camp. Graduate students from the Master’s in Special Education program, and other related degree-fields led teams of four or five participants through various activities. Mentors provided support to participants by incorporating the knowledge and skills they have learned through their undergraduate or graduate programs. These mentors also interacted one-on-one with participants, which allowed them to further grow and thrive in Academy NExT. The Special Education and School Psychology programs are looking forward to hosting the Academy NExT camp again in the summer of 2022.

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Mixing Science AND

Safety To learn more about the Outdoor Education program, please visit isu.edu/hpss.

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Imagine this! It’s late January, the snow is glistening in the morning sun. A senior at Idaho State University, Grace Godfrey, working toward her Outdoor Education degree in the College of Education takes a sample of snow crystals. She places them under a microscope, inspecting the unique crystallization, as she looks for an even more extraordinary crystal, one that is notoriously known as a major cause of avalanches.

Grace is a student in the avalanche safety class offered through the Human Performance and Sport Studies (HPSS) Department as part of its Outdoor Education program. The course prepares her to explore the Idaho backcountry safely and provides her with the knowledge and experiences for future work in the outdoor industry.

Ron Watters, the course professor, is the author of several books about the outdoors and is the lead instructor for ISU’s classes in the Outdoor Education program. According to Watters, the avalanche course is a mix of science and safety.

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During indoor classroom sessions, students delve into principles of snow physics, learning about how snow crystals originate and grow into the many shapes and forms that we associate with snow. Once on the ground, snow crystals undergo changes, morphing into entirely new forms. Those new forms - particularly in the interior West - have a profound effect on the stability of the snow pack and whether the area is prone to avalanche.

Supplementing the indoor sessions are two days of outdoor field sessions where students bundle up in winter clothing and participate in a number of hands-on learning exercises. Using devices called avalanche transceivers, students learn how to locate a person who might have been caught in an avalanche and is buried in the snow. They spend considerable time digging into the snow and studying the crystals, looking for weak areas. Using special graph paper, they prepare a profile that gives them a visual picture of the snow pack’s structure. The session wraps up by having students run a series of tests to determine the overall stability of the area.

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The avalanche course is one of several offered in the Outdoor Education program that focuses on outdoor safety and is one of the required components for students working towards a major or minor in the field. ISU graduates in outdoor education work in a variety of jobs in the field, including those with the US Forest Service, parks departments, guide services, city and military recreation programs, and the outdoor equipment industry.

But that still leaves the question, did Grace find what she was looking for? The microscope showed numerous sharp corners, flat faces, and striations of faceted crystals, the culprit behind numerous avalanches. Together, with her partner Scott Mansfield, who is also a student in the Outdoor Education program, they conclude that the snow pack was fine for now. A storm could rapidly increase the amount of new snow by several feet, turning the conditions hazardous.

With Watters in agreement, they’ve just discovered important information that will extend beyond the classroom, and that will help keep them and others in the class safe in the winter.

Photos: 1. Outdoor Education students learning about snow pack and avalanche safety.

2. Grace Godfrey takes a snow sample to determine the avalanche risk.

3. Snow crystallization that is notorious for causing major avalanches.

4. Stock photo of snow skier climbing a mountain.

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Rita D. Haggardt College of Education Alumna, ‘66

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I give because I hope that I can continue to help others join me in this most rewarding profession.”

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Retired Teacher Establishes

$20,000 Terry L. and Rita D. Haggardt Scholarship Endowment Being a 1966 Idaho State University College of Education alumna, Rita Haggardt always wanted to stay involved with her alma mater and make a difference in students’ lives. In order to achieve that goal and honor her late husband, Terry L. Haggardt, Rita established an endowment in 2017 in his name, and did so on her retired teacher’s salary. Five years later, the Terry L. and Rita D. Haggardt Scholarship Endowment officially reached $20,000 in 2022.

This scholarship endowment is awarded to Idaho State University College of Education students to help defray the cost of their education. “We both had a great experience here,” explained Rita.

“I give because I hope that I can continue to help others join me in this most rewarding profession.”

In 1961, Rita began her journey at Idaho State University, where she met her future husband, Terry, who was majoring in secondary education in the College of Education. Rita received her Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education in 1966 and became the first woman in her family to earn a college degree. Rita and her parents, who immigrated from Greece, were extremely proud of this accomplishment.

Rita recalled, “After graduation, my father introduced me to his friends not by my name but as, ‘my daughter, the teacher.’”

Following her graduation from the Idaho State University College of Education, Rita taught at Syringa Elementary School in Pocatello for 32 years. Terry taught at Tyhee Elementary, Lewis and Clark Elementary, Indian Hills Elementary, and Hawthorne Middle School in Pocatello until his passing in 1998.

After Terry’s passing and following her retirement in 2002, Rita continued her commitment to education. She volunteered by working with students and teaching interns in the College of Education for another 13 years.

Many of the College of Education interns that Rita mentored during this time were her former elementary students from Syringa Elementary School.

The $20,000 Terry L. and Rita D. Haggardt Scholarship Endowment has been funded entirely through Rita’s retired teacher’s income. “As a first-generation student, I am appreciative of the opportunity I was offered by ISU back in 1961-66,” said Rita; “ISU has been an important part of my life and I like what the College of Education is doing now.”

While Rita noted that, relatively speaking, teachers do not earn high salaries, she believes it is a truly rewarding career with many benefits. She encourages all future teachers to get to know their students and their families.

Rita has been recognized for her volunteerism at Idaho State University throughout the years.

She has received various awards, including the 2016 College of Education Distinguished Bengal Partner Award and the 2019 William J. Bartz Award, presented by the Idaho State University Alumni Association. Rita is currently active in Kiwanis, Zonta, Delta Kappa Gamma, NAACP, American Legion Auxiliary, LWV, AAUW, AOII Alumnae, Pocatello Chiefs and P.E.O. Chapter K. She also volunteers for the Lookout Credit Union Supervisory Committee and is a member of the South East Idaho Retired Educators Association.

To learn more about the Terry L. and Rita D. Haggardt Scholarship Endowment or ways that you can give to the College of Education, please visit isu.edu/give.

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Map of the United States with the areas highlighted in orange where some of the Idaho State University Albion Center participants have been located. This map does not represent all locations.

By Jordan Reynolds

Help Idaho State Students Worried about PERSI or social security increases raising your tax level in 2022? Did you know that you can help Idaho State University students today, while avoiding taxes on your IRA distributions?

If you are 70½ or older, you can use your IRA to support Idaho State University and potentially lower your taxes. Your gift must be made directly from your IRA custodian to the Idaho State University Foundation on your behalf. A simple instruction form is available at isuplannedgiving.org to guide you or your financial advisor through the steps of making a qualified charitable contribution.

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We are happy to personally assist you with the process to allow your IRA to start making an impact now. Contact Tabatha Butler at tabathabutler2@isu.edu for more information.

15,000 Educators Nationwide

Advance Their Careers Thanks to the Albion Center for Professional Development

In 2021, the Idaho State University College of Education’s Albion Center for Professional Development served more than 15,000 educators nationwide by helping them learn new skills, renew their teaching certifications, and advance in their careers.

Several years ago, the Albion Center served almost exclusively Idaho teachers, but today the Albion Center provides professional development to educators across the country. Since 2020, enrollment in the Albion Center has grown exponentially as a result of courses focused on designing effective online learning environments during the COVID-19 pandemic. This work includes learning new technologies, developing strategies for engaging students in these contexts, and designing alternative assessments.

In addition to helping educators earn professional development credit for documenting their learning of new online pedagogies during the pandemic, the Albion Center also offers a portfolio of online courses that serve as a way for educators to meet district or state recertification requirements, stay on top of current educational trends or issues, or learn new instructional strategies.

With course topics such as teaching English language learners, supporting student literacy, and understanding student mental health, to name a few, educators can select professional development courses that benefit them directly. These asynchronous, self-paced courses recognize the busy lives teachers lead and are competitively priced at $55 per credit.

“The mission of the Albion Center is to provide high-quality and affordable professional development opportunities to teachers all across the country. Teachers who can often feel unsupported and under-appreciated,” noted Gabe Rodriguez, Coordinator of the Albion Center for Professional Development. “We look forward to expanding our library of professional development courses and finding new ways to help P-12 educators to learn, grow, and advance in their careers.”

For more information about the Albion Center for Professional Development, visit isu.edu/albion.

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Makerspace Lab Provides Hands-on Training to P-12 Educators Across Idaho Robotics area within the ISU Makerspace Lab.

In February 2022, the College of Education hosted an open house for its new P-12 Makerspace Lab. The Makerspace Lab is a space developed specifically for College of Education students seeking a degree in education. This lab supports hands-on active learning of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) projects and includes technologies or tools such as 3D printers, a LAZER etcher, leather crafting, wood burning, codable movable robots, cricut cutting and designing, papyrus making, and more.

Dr. Jenn Gallup, Associate Professor of Special Education, and Dr. Beverly Ray, Professor in the Teaching and Educational Studies Department, collaborated to replicate and expand on local Pre-Kindergarten to 12th grade makerspaces.

As Dr. Gallup noted, “Teachers get all this new technology, but it often ends up sitting in the corner of their classroom. Many teachers struggle with the integration of technology into their daily lesson plans. Our goal is to give future and current teachers training and skills to utilize a makerspace as an inclusive tool to support 21st century learning for all students.”

The Makerspace Lab was created to accomplish two goals. The first is to educate and provide hands-on training to current College of Education students with a focus on supporting students with disabilities and typically developing students equitably in a makerspace. The second is to support all P-12 and higher educators, who are seeking professional development training, in active STEM learning and technologies.

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“Not only does the Makerspace Lab give teachers the training needed to provide their students with essential skills, such as critical thinking, problem solving, and creative freedom, the makerspace also provides students a platform to increase their socialization skills with peers, especially students who have a disability,” explained Dr. Gallup.

“As an example, students with autism are often gifted in the area of STEM but struggle socially.

Working in a makerspace with their peers allows collaboration in an environment where they thrive by using hands-on activities and projects to learn critical communication and social skills with their peers,” continued Dr. Gallup.

The makerspace movement started over a decade ago with its incorporation into P-12 settings; however, many teachers are still entering the field and are under-prepared to harness the power of a makerspace. In addition, there is a growing need for higher education professional development to help P-12 general and special educators access 21st century learning tools.

The Makerspace Lab was generously supported by donors through the College of Education Dean’s Excellence Fund. The lab brings together multiple disciplines within the College of Education and has the potential to impact all preservice teachers in Southeast Idaho and beyond.

College of Education Faculty Host Northern Rocky Mountain Educational Research Association Conference

By Jordan Reynolds

Faculty from the Idaho State University College of Education were proud to host the Northern Rocky Mountain Educational Research Association (NRMERA) Conference in fall 2021. NRMERA is the regional affiliate of the American Educational Research Association (AERA).

NRMERA is a research-friendly educational society that prides itself on providing a supportive environment for all, including graduate students and more seasoned members. According to the NRMERA website, the organization strives to provide a setting where one can present research, receive feedback, and learn from colleagues. The conference is held annually in one of the NRMERA membership states.

Dr. Amanda Eller, Clinical Associate Professor for the College of Education, was elected president of NRMERA for the 2020 year.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2020 conference was canceled and leadership positions were extended for another year.

Last year’s conference theme was, “The Science of Learning.”

In her role as president, Dr. Eller secured the venue, planned, and hosted the 2021 NRMERA conference in Ketchum, Idaho.

Additionally, College of Education Clinical Assistant Professor, Ms. Suzanne Beasterfield, served as the program chair, and was instrumental in the final stages of planning.

Approximately 140 people attended the conference, which kicked off on the evening of Wednesday, October 13, 2021, with the President’s Reception and poster presentation session.

Dr. Eller noted, “It was a fun night of mixing and mingling and getting to discuss some interesting research.” Faculty member from the College of Education, Jennifer Walters, presented a poster during the session.

On Thursday, October 14, the conference included breakout paper sessions throughout the day, the keynote luncheon, and an awards banquet. The keynote speaker was Dr. Steven de Belle, a neuroscientist and professor at the University of San Diego. Dr. de Belle spoke on the science of learning, and made connections between the fields of neuroscience and education research.

The conference concluded with a business meeting in which new officers and representatives were elected, followed by paper sessions and symposium, and “Learn-at-Lunch” roundtable sessions. College of Education graduate student, Jessica Johnson, presented at a roundtable session and College of Education Associate Professor, Dr. David Coffland, and graduate student, Theresa Huff, presented during a paper session.

Dr. Eller and Ms. Beasterfield at the NRMERA Conference.

Keynote audience during the NRMERA Conference.

The College of Education contributed a platinum sponsorship, which included the registration fees for Jessica Johnson. Dr. Eller added, “Dean McGivney-Burelle was an amazing, generous supporter of NRMERA. She also sponsored the attendance of Dr. Corey Bartle and two students (Theresa Huff and Juliann Hollingsworth) to attend as registration and conference assistants.

They were so much help!”

Congratulations to Dr. Eller for her successful term as President of NRMERA and to her and Ms. Beasterfield for hosting a successful conference and being excellent representatives of the College of Education!

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Annual Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Conference

Empowers Future Educators

By Jordan Reynolds

In October 2021, the Idaho State University College of Education hosted its second annual Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) in Education Conference. The conference theme was “Equity and Inclusion in Rural and Diverse Educational Communities”. The keynote speaker was Brooke Vick, PhD who serves as the Associate Provost for Faculty and Diversity Initiatives and Associate Professor of Psychology at Muhlenberg College. Her presentation was titled: Building Inclusive Environments for Equitable Outcomes: Promoting Access, Participation, and Learning within Educational Communities.

The purpose of the College of Education’s annual conference is to create learning environments and school communities that are safe, caring, and inclusive so that all students can learn and thrive. Moreover, it seeks to foster an appreciation of diversity on the ISU campus, Pocatello community, and larger society, to promote an inclusive and welcom-

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ing environment for all community members, and to provide a platform for ISU teacher candidates to share their concerns, challenges, and strategies about equity and inclusion in the classroom. In the past two years, 175 people have attended the virtual conference with many rating their experiences as highly positive.

The College of Education is looking forward to hosting the 2022 DEI Conference in October with opportunities to attend in-person or over Zoom. This year’s theme will be “Nurturing Belonging Among Diverse People and Spaces.” The College of Education invites teachers, researchers, professionals and practitioners to share their research and experiences related to this year’s conference theme or other topics related to diversity, equity and inclusion.

For more information regarding the upcoming 2022 DEI Conference, visit isu.edu/education/dei.

2021 DEI Conference Participant College of Education

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I appreciate all of your research on this presentation. The perspective at the beginning of the talk was eye-opening.

I appreciate all your details and specific information about programs and people throughout the state who are working with refugees and students. Thank you!”

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New Staff Tabatha Butler is an Idaho State University alumna who returned to Pocatello after leaving for eight years. She is the new Director of Development for the College of Education and the Idaho Museum of Natural History. Previously, Butler worked with both United Way and Intermountain Healthcare in Utah, the latter of which involved fundraising for Primary Children’s Hospital.

Butler reveals one of her motivations for coming back and working at Idaho State University was the vision President Kevin Satterlee has for the University. Butler noted, “It has been fun to come back home and be on campus. There is an air of hope and excitement in students and staff.”

Tabatha Butler Director of Development College of Education and Idaho Museum of Natural History

Butler expressed the adoration she holds for her position by noting, “A better title for this job is philanthropic advisor. I get the pleasure of meeting with incredible ISU alumni and connecting them to a project or scholarship on campus that had meaning to them when they attended school here. It’s literally a dream job, I connect supporters to their philanthropic dreams for their college and the university.”

Butler is currently working on a scholarship campaign directed by President Satterlee that aims to raise 20 million dollars for students. Butler explained, “One of the biggest reasons we lose students is a lack of financial aid, and we can change that.” If you wish to sponsor a scholarship or learn more about how you can help, please contact Tabatha Butler at tabathabutler2@isu.edu.

Aubi Crabtree joined the College of Education during the 2021 spring semester as the Director of Marketing and Communications. Crabtree has been with Idaho State University since 2016, working in the Marketing and Recruitment Department for ISU’s College of Technology.

Crabtree is an ISU graduate having earned a Bachelor’s of Business Management and Marketing in 2016 and a Master’s of Business in 2021. Her connection to ISU extends beyond her employment and alumni status as her mother, who is a teacher, graduated from the College of Education. This served as a basis for Crabtree’s motivation to accept the position.

Aubi Crabtree Director of Marketing and Communications

As an ISU graduate, Crabtree can attest to the value of her education noting, “I would not be where I am today without attending ISU and earning my degrees. I loved my time as a student, and I love working for ISU where I get to inspire and help students find an educational pathway that they are most passionate about.”

Crabtree’s goal in her new role is to help share the College of Education’s story. She is currently working on several projects, helping to launch the new College of Education magazine, Bengal Educational Review, as well as creating and designing new college marketing materials. She is also revamping and managing the College’s social media channels and website.

Outside of ISU, she enjoys spending time with her family and new baby boy who was born in the summer of 2021.

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Brooke Bolinger Director of Graduate Studies

Brooke Bolinger has worked for Idaho State University since 2013, holding positions within the Division of Student Affairs, first as Director of Orientation, Leadership, and Service, followed by Director of Orientation and New Student Programs. During that time, Bolinger led several campus initiatives including the opening of Benny’s Pantry, the formation of Bengal Service Corps, and the launch of ISU’s new format of undergraduate New Student Orientation. Before coming to ISU, Bolinger worked as the Director of Student Activities for Salem College in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, and as an event planner for a non-profit organization in Charlotte, North Carolina. In fall 2021, Bolinger joined the College of Education as the Director of Graduate Studies, a new position within the College focused on recruitment, advising, and retention efforts for the College of Education graduate programs.

Bolinger shares the love of her job by noting, “I have truly enjoyed working for Idaho State University for the last eight years! My colleagues at ISU are some of the best in this country, and many of them have graciously supported my professional development. I am very grateful for the opportunities I’ve had at ISU to develop new student initiatives. I am already enjoying this new experience within the College of Education, and I look forward to a wonderful future with these new colleagues and students.”

Her favorite tradition at ISU is the Homecoming Football Game and her favorite spot on campus is the ISU Quad. Outside of ISU work, Bolinger enjoys hiking, singing in the ISU Camerata Singers, traveling, and spending time with her new husband, Alex.

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Gina Decker joined the College of Education as the Administrative Assistant for the Regional Math Center and Idaho Building Capacity Project in fall 2021. Decker was quickly put to work using her eight years of experience in higher educational administration. “I love being in a collegiate environment where everyone is passionate about education,” Decker said.

Gina Decker Administrative Assistant for the Regional Math Center and Idaho Building Capacity Project

In the fall of 2004, Decker graduated at the top of her class with a Bachelor’s in Music and English Composition from the University of Nevada, Reno, where she earned the honor of Senior Scholar from the College of Liberal Arts. She gained valuable experience in technical writing during her years working as a college registrar and as an analyst at various private for-profit and public nonprofit institutions.

Decker went on to graduate summa cum laude in 2012 with a Master’s in Educational Administration from the University of Nevada, Reno, where she researched college accreditation. After she had her son, she worked from home as a coach teaching individuals how to create WordPress websites and developed a talent for learning new systems and optimizing processes through the use of technology.

By returning to the educational sphere, Decker was excited to share that, “During my short time at ISU, I’ve helped to streamline capacity builder invoice tracking, to compile professional development projects for the math specialists, and to assist in developing marketing materials for the College of Education. I love being a Bengal!”

In her spare time, Decker enjoys playing classical piano, participating in Toastmasters, and writing books through her involvement with High Sierra Writers. She also loves watching her three-year-old son grow up.

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New Faculty Jill Radford began working at Idaho State University in the Sign Language Studies and Sign Language Interpreting program in 2018. In January of 2022, she started a new role as a Clinical Instructor for the College of Education’s Deaf Education program.

Radford teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in the Teaching and Educational Studies Department and is developing courses for the Master’s of Science in Deaf Education program. Radford noted that she has, “Truly enjoyed working here at ISU and while the move from one college to another is challenging, the administration, faculty, and staff at the College of Education have been welcoming and extremely helpful with the transition.”

Jill Radford Clinical Instructor Deaf Education

Prior to becoming a member of the ISU family, Radford worked as a teacher of the deaf for over ten years, three of which she served as an administrator/principal for a Pre K-12 program for deaf/hard-of-hearing students. She then took some time off to raise her two youngest children, but remained active with her profession. In particular, she volunteered for local organizations focused on families with deaf children and literacy development including the Family Center on Deafness and the Deaf Literacy Center.

Presently, Radford is working on forming an education group to provide parents of deaf/hard-of-hearing children with knowledge regarding laws and policies to optimize learning opportunities for their children. Additionally, she is working to host another Seeing Through the Masks conference that provides health care providers with information about providing access to services for deaf/hard-of-hearing individuals.

After obtaining his PhD from the University of Georgia, Dr. Ajit Bhattarai was looking for a faculty position where he could focus on catering to adult learners. This led him to seek and join the College of Education’s Organizational Learning and Performance Department as an assistant professor during the fall 2021 semester. He described this decision as “a no brainer” and “a match made in heaven.” Bhattarai added that this celestial match is made even sweeter by the people at ISU and the community, and the geography of Pocatello that resembles his home in Nepal.

Dr. Ajit Bhattarai Assistant Professor Organizational Learning and Performance

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Bhattarai brings with him to ISU more than 15 years of experience as a trainer in the banking industry. His research focuses on understanding the transfer of training in organizations.

Outside of his professional work, Bhattarai is looking forward to the cold winters of Idaho, skiing, and exploring the northern and western parts of the state.

Idaho State University alumnus and proud Bengal, Dr. Geoff Thomas, joined the Department of School Psychology and Educational Leadership in the College of Education in fall of 2021. Thomas is no stranger to the educational field as he brings with him 37 years of teaching and leadership experience in public education.

Thomas began his career as a high school teacher, assuming a variety of administrative roles. He later became the Superintendent of the Madison School District in Rexburg, Idaho, a position he held for 20 years. Thomas holds two graduate degrees from the Idaho State University College of Education, an Education Specialist degree and a Doctorate in Educational Leadership.

Dr. Geoff Thomas Assistant Professor School Psychology and Educational Leadership

Thomas’s love of ISU and admiration for the College of Education staff and faculty led him to apply to this position. “When I heard of a faculty opening in the College of Education, I eagerly applied. I believe ISU is the premier educational institution in Idaho, and I hoped to become part of such an excellent university. The opportunity to work alongside talented and dedicated educational leaders was too good to pass up. I am honored to have been chosen for this position,” said Thomas.

Thomas currently teaches classes, serves on several committees, and works on his research and outreach, including initiating and strengthening the College of Education’s collaboration with K-12 school districts, and expanding the influence of ISU statewide. In his role, Thomas regularly meets with regional superintendents to hear their concerns, share his experience, and troubleshoot problems.

Apart from ISU, Thomas enjoys spending time with his wife of 38 years, Janalee, who is a registered nurse, their five children and six grandchildren. In his free time, he enjoys mountain hiking, reading, exploring back trails in his jeep, and improving his golfing skills.

First-generation college student, Dr. Guillermo Ortega, began his career with the College of Education as an Assistant Professor of Higher Education during the fall 2021 semester. Before joining Idaho State University, Ortega obtained his doctorate at the University of Houston and completed a postdoctoral position at Iowa State University. Ortega’s research primarily focuses on Latino students and athletics.

During his time at Iowa State University, Ortega helped build a college accessibility program for Latino students in rural areas. At Idaho State University, Ortega is working on projects that include the recruitment experiences of Division I Latino students, understanding the relationship between Latino athletics and academic persistence, and examining how Latino students view activism.

Dr. Guillermo Ortega Assistant Professor Higher Education

One of Ortega’s deciding factors that compelled him to join ISU was its Division I athletic programs, but he conveyed he has since gained an appreciation for the people and the city of Pocatello. He noted the people are cool, traffic in Pocatello is much better than in Houston, and Pocatello has significantly better Mexican food than Iowa.

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New Faculty Elaine Foster is a new Clinical Assistant Professor in the Human Performance and Sport Studies (HPSS) Department. She earned a Bachelor’s in Exercise Science and Coaching and a Master’s in Physical Education with an Athletic Administration emphasis, both from ISU. In May 2022, she will complete her PhD in Education from the University of Idaho with an emphasis in Sport Pedagogy and Character Development.

Foster is committed to promoting physical activity, especially among girls and women, and this passion led to her doctoral studies focusing on sport philosophy and the value of physical activity. She chose Idaho State University because, “ISU is like a home to me.”

Elaine Foster Associate Professor Human Performance and Sport Studies

Foster teaches a variety of courses within HPSS including the history and philosophy of physical education, sport safety, sport law, anatomical foundations, and a senior capstone. Her educational philosophy is to support students as “they learn to learn.”

Inspired by the words of famous baseball player Babe Ruth, “Don’t let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game,” Foster encourages her students to heed that same advice.

When she is not at work, Foster can be found experimenting with recipes and honing her exceptional cooking and baking skills.

Isabelle Statkus began working as a Clinical Instructor in the Human Performance and Sport Studies (HPSS) Department during the fall 2021 semester. Statkus received an undergraduate degree in 2018 with a minor in writing and a major in psychology from Eastern Oregon University, where she also played collegiate volleyball. Upon receiving her undergraduate degree, she took a position in the EOU Athletic Department as a game management coordinator and assistant volleyball coach for a year and a half until the pandemic hit.

Isabelle Statkus Clinical Instructor Human Performance and Sport Studies

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In 2020, Statkus moved to her hometown of Nampa, Idaho, where she entered the College of Education’s Master’s of Physical Education in Sports Administration program. After graduating in August 2021, she was offered the opportunity to work as a clinical instructor in HPSS. This opportunity was something that she said, “I could not pass it up. Especially given how much I enjoyed the master’s program and the fact that I want to pursue a career in sports.”

Statkus has enjoyed her experience teaching at ISU, and says that her favorite part is how connected the University is and the quality of resources it provides to students, faculty, and staff. Statkus says she is inspired by her students and how they plan to utilize their education to create a better future for themselves and others. Statkus is excited to hone her teaching skills and learn as much as she can from her amazing colleagues in HPSS.

Dr. Bruce Kusch College of Education Alumnus, ‘12

From Silicon Valley,

For more than 20 years, Kusch worked in Silicon Valley as a sales, marketing, and general management executive for tech companies including Hitachi, Logitech, andand IBM.Beyond However, Kusch disclosed that Teaching, a desire to teach was always at the heart of what he wanted to do and be.

Dr. Bruce Kusch, a proud Idaho State University College of Education alumnus, has learned throughout his professional career that in life, unexpected events appear far more often than planned events.

For more than 20 years, Kusch worked in Silicon Valley, California as a sales, marketing, and general management executive for tech companies including Hitachi, Logitech, and IBM. Yet, while he was pursuing his professional career he also developed a strong and growing desire to teach.

After earning his MBA, Kusch applied to teach at BYU-Idaho. After interviewing with the Dean of the College of Business and Communication, who later became a mentor and friend, he was hired as a business management faculty member. After six years in that role, the Dean, who was then serving as the Academic Vice President, took a “leap of faith” and invited Kusch to serve as the Associate Academic Vice President for Curriculum.

While at BYU-Idaho, Kusch became interested in earning a terminal degree that would provide expertise in a complementary discipline and add to his academic credentials. Thus, when an opportunity was presented by the Idaho State University College of Education to the faculty of BYU-Idaho to join the EdD program in Educational Leadership, with an emphasis in Instructional Design and Technology, Kusch enthusiastically enrolled. In 2011, Kusch defended his dissertation on creating significant online learning environments and in 2012 he received the Kole-McGuffey Prize, the most prestigious award that is bestowed by the College of Education for research conducted by doctoral students.

Kusch says his academic experiences in the College of Education impacted his professional career in significant ways. After earning his EdD, Kusch became an Associate Dean for Online Programs at BYU-Idaho and later was hired as the Chief Academic Officer at Ensign College. In 2017, Kusch became the 13th President of Ensign College. Under his guidance, the College has sought to be a place of educational and institutional innovation, which has included a new mission statement, a name change, the introduction of several bachelor’s degrees, and a relationship with BYU-Pathway Worldwide. All of this has been implemented while ensuring the mission and purpose of the College remain intact.

Perhaps, one of the most significant innovations the institution is pioneering is its model for new course development. Kusch noted, “the College is capable of developing a new course in a single semester and ready to pilot it the following semester.” The speed of new course development marks a grand achievement that Kusch attributed directly to his doctoral studies in the College of Education. He claimed the College “acted as a catalyst” for his “innovative approach to the discipline of learning and teaching.”

Kusch capitalizes on every opportunity presented to him to joyously inform others of his ISU alumnus status. He has counted each position as a blessing and shows a deep appreciation for all of the individuals who assisted him along the way. Kusch freely admits he never planned or expected to be a college president, but credits his ISU experience as foundational in his preparation and readiness to assume this position of leadership.

Outside of his professional duties, Kusch is an avid fly fisherman and amateur barbecue hobbyist, who enjoys visits to ISU at every available opportunity.

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THANK YOU Your gifts help our students!

The Idaho State University College of Education strives to meet students where they are as they pursue their educational goals. We offer a wide array of flexible and affordable undergraduate and graduate programs that accommodate all types of learners, from traditional and first-generation college students, to working professionals, and career changers. Our extensive range of online and in-person programs help students become teachers, school psychologists, exercise scientists, outdoor educators, instructional designers, higher education leaders, and much more. Our dedicated, highly-qualified, and diverse faculty offer students a personalized educational experience with a focus on learning by doing.

College of Education students are graduating ready to excel, change lives, and make a difference in schools, colleges, universities, and workplaces everywhere.

At the College of Education, we know that going to college and receiving an education is life changing.

However, there are challenges and barriers that surround one’s decision to attend college and graduate with a degree. Your gifts to the College of Education create opportunities for students that extend beyond the classroom. Not only do your gifts help lift the financial burden and barriers to attending college, but they also allow our students to participate in high-impact educational practices. These practices increase student knowledge and engagement that lead to higher retention and academic success. Your gifts, ultimately, allow students to reach their full potential and educational goals leading to life-long, meaningful careers!

As Jessica Johnson, College of Education graduate student, noted, “Coming from a background where I had been told repeatedly that I would never see the inside of a college, to anticipating walking across the stage to receive my master’s degree, I have found an ignited spirit in my educational journey. I teach in hopes that I am able to lead by example of those that I have met at ISU, and encourage a love of learning with every student that I interact with.”

We appreciate your generous support of the next generation of educators, leaders, and change agents.

Your gifts directly impact College of Education students and better prepares them for work and life after graduation. Thank you for making a difference in our students’ lives.

Jessica Johnson College of Education Master’s Student

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The College of Education has given me a community of people who promote, encourage, and inspire a love of learning.

I teach in hopes that I am able to lead by example of those that I have met at ISU.”

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College of Education Scholarship Supporters Allen Andersen Family Scholarship Endowment Anika Marie Hoybjerg Scholarship Endowment Fund Anna Robinson-Clark Scholarship Endowment Babe Caccia Scholarship Endowment Barbara and Roger Michener Scholarship Endowment Betty L. and Roy E. Simonds Memorial Scholarship Endowment Fund Bill Watkins Student Internship Support Scholarship Billie McNabb Miller and Margaret F. Miller Scholarship Brian and Julie Armes Scholarship Endowment for Excellence in Education Byron M. Skaug Memorial Scholarship Endowment Carl Durfee Memorial Scholarship Endowment Children’s Literacy Foundation Endowment Clark-Seddon Scholarship Endowment Colleen and William Neel Scholarship Endowment College of Education Intern Scholarship Endowment Della and Reuben Ward Scholarship Endowment Dianne W. Holmes Memorial Endowment Distinguished Teacher Endowment Scholarship Donald L. and Helen Doering Nielson Endowed Fellowship Dr. Robert W. (Bob) and Mrs. LaVoy V. Riley Myers Scholarship Endowment Fund Dr. T.C. and Cheryl E. Mattocks Scholarship Endowment Edna Dursteler Scholarship Endowment Ethel E. Redfield Scholarship Endowment FMC Math/Science Education Endowment Frances E. Satterwhite Memorial Scholarship Frank. B. and Phyllis H. Wilson Memorial Scholarship Gates Minority and International Student Endowment Gordon and Marjean Waford Family Endowment Fund Idaho Falls Retired Teachers Scholarship Endowment James and Wendy Ruchti Idaho Educator Scholarship Endowment Jeannette Rowe Memorial Scholarship Endowment Jerry J. & Elner C. Bellon Scholarship Endowment Joe and Pauline Kent Scholarship Endowment John Falcone College of Education Second Chance Scholarship John Gorman Memorial Scholarship Endowment John L. Bobell, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Endowment June M. Wilson and Carol M. Rounds Scholarship Endowment Fund Kelly Rae and Pamela Haberman Scholarship

Kole - Connie Smith Bowen College of Education Scholarship Endowment Lamont Jones Sports Science Scholarship Endowment Lorraine Peterson Green Wight Scholarship Endowment Margaret S. Klingemann Scholarship Endowment Margaret Somsen Scholarship Endowment Marion A. Toombs Scholarship Endowment Mary Elizabeth “Zibby” Pyle Leeper Memorial Scholarship Endowment Nannette and Gail Siemen Early Childhood Education Scholarship Endowment Nathan R. and Michelle Schroeder Endowment for Student Success in the College of Education National Girls and Women in Sports Day Endowment Nisson Family Scholarship Endowment Norma Barnes Scholarship Endowment Paula Rankin Scholarship Endowment Pete and Ronda Black Scholarship Endowment Fund Peter C. Kole - Donald J. Sampson Scholarship Endowment Peter C. Kole - Dr. Deborah Hedeen Scholarship Endowment Peter C. Kole - Pauline S. Thiros Scholarship Endowment Peter C. Kole - Richard L. Bowen Scholarship Endowment Peter C. Kole – Jay G. Jensen Scholarship Endowment Fund Peter Kole and Eleanor Loscalzo Scholarship Endowment Phillip L. Luckey and Michael E. Nesbitt Sports Medicine Scholarship Endowment Richard L. and Donna J. Sagness Excellence in Teaching Endowment Robert W. Sherman Memorial Scholarship Endowment Roger and Nancy J. Wheeler Scholarship Endowment Ruth Robinson Chandler Scholarship Endowment Southeast Idaho Retired Educators Scholarship Ted Earl Memorial Scholarship Endowment Terry L. and Rita D. Haggardt Scholarship Endowment Veeva D. Whitworth Endowment Wyman-Skaggs Home Economics Scholarship Endowment Zobell-Albion Scholarship Endowment ship Fund Kole - Connie Smith Bowen Scholarship

If you are interested in starting a scholarship with the College of Education, please reach out to Tabatha Butler at (208) 282-3617 or tabathabutler2@isu.edu.

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