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The American Public Health Association defines a Community Health Worker (CHW) as “a frontline public health worker who is a trusted member of and/or has an unusually close understanding of the community served.” Join a conversation with Idaho’s Community Health Worker Academy to learn about how ISU is building bridges between health care providers and those who need health care services. We discuss ISU’s role in building health resources and information assistance for Idaho’s most vulnerable citizens. Visit the online Community Health Worker Training Academy to learn more about how to register for the program, to take classes or to bring these unique resources to your community. -
Dean Kandi Turley-Ames talks with ISU psychology alum and software engineer Dr. Michael Chow about how he turned an early academic stumble into a path through cognitive psychology, a fully funded PhD at Princeton, and his current work building open-source tools for data analysis at Posit. They explore how ISU’s mentors and “second-chance” culture shaped his journey, why cognitive psychology is a powerful launchpad into tech, and how AI is transforming software development, learning, and the future of higher education.
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On today’s episode, Madison speaks with Aaron Menenberg, the Idaho Policy Manager for Renewable Northwest. Renewable Northwest is an advocacy organization focused on supporting a regional grid that meets growing demand with reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean, energy. For more information on Renewable Northwest and their mission, go to renewablenw.org. -
Idaho State University Outdoor Adventure Center (OAC) is hosting two ski swaps this year in eastern Idaho. Maren Hunter visits with McKenzie Young about the details, including consignment check-in and sale dates and times, plus the Warren Miller ski movie and OAC rentals. -
In this episode of Bengal Tales, host Stephanie Smith sits down with Steve Rice, a devoted ISU alum, loyal supporter, and newly-appointed chair of the ISU Foundation Board. Steve shares heartfelt reflections on his lifelong connection to Idaho State University, his family's multi-generational legacy, and the bright future ahead as the foundation works to enhance opportunities and joy for all Bengals. -
Students and community members gathered outside the Bannock County Courthouse on Oct. 18 to join the nationwide ‘No Kings’ movement, calling for democratic accountability and equality through peaceful protest and student activism. -
Microsoft has ceased providing security updates for its Windows 10 software. Consumer advocates in Idaho and nationwide are calling for an extension, claiming the move could create a security disaster for millions of users and send an unprecedented amount of e-waste to America’s landfills. Comments from Nathan Proctor, senior director of Right to Repair campaign, Public Interest Research Group. -
This month on ISU Impact, Dean Kandi Turley-Ames sits down with Tim May of Direct Communications and ISU communications major Derek Hansen to discuss the university’s growing esports program. They explore how student-athletes are making their mark nationally and what the creation of a new on-campus esports arena means for the future of ISU. -
Videos are now available for the League of Women Voters of Pocatello and the Idaho State Journal-hosted public forum from September 29 at the Pocatello High School Auditorium, and the October 7 in the Chubbuck City Council Chambers . Pocatello City Council candidates spoke at 6:00 PM, followed by Pocatello Mayoral candidates at 7:30 PM. After the forum, candidates met with voters in the foyer, fostering direct engagement and conversation. Click for Videos -
Idaho Found welcomes Senator Dave Lent. As chair of the Senate Education committee, Senator Lent is focused on innovative ideas to support education excellence for Idaho students. He hopes to create a more customized education approach in K-12 public schools and to build on the success of programs, like the Idaho Launch Education program, in better preparing our students for the evolving needs of today’s workforce. -
On today’s episode, Madison introduces Holly Wilson as our new co-host of Sustainable Idaho. Then, Madison and Holly interview Kim Stouse, the Community Risk Reduction Specialist for the Pocatello Fire Department, to share firework and fire safety tips for this 4th of July. To view the Pocatello Fire Department Wildland Urban Interface Map to see restricted firework usage zones, click here at, 2025-Pocatello-Chubbuck-Firework-Zones-Map-PDF. The Pocatello Fire Department website will also include any new press releases here, News Releases • Pocatello Fire Department Urges Safe and Sane. Additionally, if you see someone illegally using fireworks or using them in a prohibited area, call the non-emergency dispatch at, 208-234-6100. If you see a fire start, contact 911 immediately. -
In the third-part of the Camas National Wildlife Refuge series, Madison finishes up with Dexton Lake, a Government Affairs Representative for the Idaho Farm Bureau, to discuss the next steps for the SJM #104 and how to keep agriculture in mind while caring for Camas National Wildlife Refuge. For more information, visit the Idaho Farm Bureau website at https://www.idahofb.org or the Idaho Legislature website at SENATE JOINT MEMORIAL 104 – Idaho State Legislature.
