Monthly Archives: July 2009

Boise State’s David Solan Named New Director of Energy Policy Institute

Among Solan’s new responsibilities is overseeing energy policy research at Boise State, coordinating energy policy initiatives with other Idaho universities and the INL, and leading business development activities and outreach in the area of energy public policy.

Media Advisory: Glass blowing workshop in the Chemistry Department

For a handful of students, summer school is about to involve flaming torches, molten glass and a pint-sized menagerie.

Boise State Campus Recreation Presents Get Rec’d Aug. 23

The campus and community are invited to learn what Campus Recreation has to offer at Get Rec’d, from 1-4 p.m. Aug. 23 on the Recreation/Intramural Field behind the Student Union.

Boise State Announces Student Union Performances Series

Old favorites at Boise State University have a new name and a new season. The Classic Performances and Global Expressions series are now packaged under one name — Student Union Performances. Season tickets are available for purchase from Aug. 1-Sept. 25 (after Sept. 25, individual tickets may be purchased at the door).

Freshman Student Retention Rates at Boise State Rise, Despite National Drop

First-year students are returning in greater numbers to the Boise State University campus for a second year, despite a national decline in freshman retention rates.

Media Advisory: Boise State University’s ‘Green Guy’ at 2009 Idaho Green Expo

At the 2009 Idaho Green Expo at the Boise Centre on The Grove this weekend, Gardner will share his insights and advice with the public through “Sustainable U,” a dynamic exploration of green home, garden and office concepts co-sponsored by Boise State and VengaWorks Venture Centers.

Boise State, City of Boise Team Up for Unique Class Looking at Boise’s History, Inner Workings

A unique partnership between Boise State University and the City of Boise has led to a first of its kind program for students interested in the wide swath of Boise’s history and the city’s inner workings.

Boise Jazz Society Announces 2009-2010 Subscription Series Lineup and Jazz Extra with Deidre Rodman

Boise Jazz Society, a not-for-profit partnership between Boise State University and the Boise community, has announced the artists in its 2009-2010 subscription series.

Idaho SBDC and Boise State Team Up to Offer No-Cost Energy Evaluations to Treasure Valley Small Businesses

Beginning this fall, the Idaho Small Business Development Center (Idaho SBDC) and Boise State University will offer no-cost energy evaluations through a grant from the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Recognition Hall at Boise State to Honor Dyke Nally

About 140 alumni and friends of Boise State University gathered last week to honor alumnus Dyke Nally with the announcement of the Dyke Nally Recognition Hall. The hall will be part of the new Alumni Center currently in the planning stages and will shine a light on the rich history of the university by providing a place to recognize alumni, donors, students and university leaders.