McKenzie Young
Public Service Director * - AnnouncerMcKenzie began working at the station in 2003 while moseying her way through her undergraduate degree in Communication and Rhetorical studies [2012]. Her outgoing personality and involvement in various activities makes for a perfect fit to promote campus and community organizations and events*.
* At KISU we understand the importance of community and are pleased that you and/or your organization have called upon us to help promote your event and/or advocate for your cause. In order to work most efficiently in getting announcements on air, please provide the following information, preferably two weeks in advance, to kisu.events@gmail.com. Also, please understand we only have twenty to thirty seconds time slots for announcements.
- Who is putting on the event (Organizations Name)?
- What is happening at the event (Dinner, Music, or Presentation)?
- Where is the event taking place (location and address)?
- When is the event (Date and Time)?
- Why is it happening?
- How would a person get more information (phone #, website, email, social media outlet)?
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Bob Devine, Film Coordinator with the Pocatello Film Society (PFS), chats with KISU's McKenzie about the 20th year of showing films at Idaho State University and how it's celebrating with 20 of PFS favorite films that were shown over the past 20 years. -
Karl Pettit, Director of Valley Mission in Pocatello, and Jessica Buckley, Grants and Programs Administrator for Aid for Friends Pocatello visit with KISU FM's McKenzie Young about the new warming shelter that will be opening soon in Pocatello. Our chat begins with collaborations and training, then shifts to Aid For Friends Encampment. There will be more community training for Valley Mission's Warming Shelter coming up in the future. More on the warming shelter and Valley Mission is at https://www.valleymission.org/. More about Aid for Friends Encampment and Avenues For Hope fundraiser through December at aidforfriendspocatello.com/home -
Portneuf Valley Adaptive Sports (PVAS) is a new non-profit in Pocatello that enhances the quality of life and empowers individuals with disabilities by providing year-round outdoor adaptive recreational opportunities. Dana Olson, ski instructor and retired outdoor recreation coordinator, speaks with McKenzie Young about this new program. -
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. -
Claire Horton and Mica Kankolongo, Idaho State University Career Path Interns, who are part of the marketing team for the Museum of Clean and the My World Discovery Children’s Museum speak to KISU’s McKenzie Young about the first Pocatello Potato Festival. This fundraiser is promoting STEM activities and community connection on August 23, from 4-8 PM. Fun for all ages at no cost. -
Dr. Georgia Milan, a Family Medicine Doctor and Medical Director at the clinic, and Amy Azizi, LMSW and Director of Program Development, speak to KISU’s McKenzie Young to discuss the clinic and express gratitude to the community of Pocatello for continuing to support services here. -
Sarah May Clarkson insightful columns have long been a feature of the Idaho State Journal. We're thrilled to introduce her voice to a new platform with Community Voices, a brand-new KISU segment where Sarah May brings her written words to life for radio. -
Idaho State University Rugby is celebrating its 30th Anniversary with happenings over Labor Day weekend in Pocatello. Coach Ram Eddings talks with McKenzie about events, inviting players to participate, and we learn some about the sport. 30 years of ISU Rugby on August 30. Tickets and more information at alumni.isu.edu/events -
Historic Downtown Pocatello's Relight the Night Committee is excited for the first Neon Fest, a two-day celebration of Neon, slated for July 11 and 12, 2025. McKenzie visits with Randy Dixon to discuss Relight the Night and the significance of these lights in historic Downtown Pocatello. Listeners will learn about the events happening to celebrate the relighting of the 22 historic sign in Historic Downtown. -
Sarah May Clarkson insightful columns have long been a feature of the Idaho State Journal. We're thrilled to introduce her voice to a new platform with Community Voices, a brand-new KISU segment where Sarah May brings her written words to life for radio.
