Kevin Richert

Senior reporter and blogger Kevin Richert specializes in education politics and education policy. He has more than 35 years of experience in Idaho journalism. He is a frequent guest on "Idaho Reports" on Idaho Public Television and "Idaho Matters" on Boise State Public Radio. He can be reached at krichert@idahoednews.org

Boise State to net $128 million in new multimedia deal

The restructured — and extended — multimedia agreement should put Boise State athletics in line with schools in college football’s power conferences, Athletic Director Jeramiah Dickey told the State Board.

District 15: House candidates disagree sharply on Launch

The debate over the postsecondary grant program has cut somewhat along party lines. And that’s the case in this Boise battleground district.

Nevada-San José State volleyball match a go, despite player boycott

Four universities, including Boise State University, have canceled or forfeited matches with San José State, which reportedly has a transgender athlete on its roster.

District 15 House hopefuls differ on private school choice, facilities law

Rep. Steve Berch, D-Boise, a three-term incumbent, adamantly opposes using taxpayer dollars for private school choice. Republican challenger Annette Tipton says she is open to the idea.

BYU-Idaho enrollment increases, rebounds to 2022 levels

Fueled by the largest incoming class in school history, Brigham Young University-Idaho is reporting a 3.4% increase in on-campus enrollment.

Analysis: Idaho’s spendiest Senate race could have statewide implications

In a purple Boise district known for close elections, incumbent Sen. Rick Just and former Rep. Codi Galloway have already raised close to $250,000. The stakes are high — for the two candidates, and potentially for education policy.

As grant program ends, state hopes to ‘change the conversation’ on safety projects

The $20 million grants might be a one-shot deal. But a new school facilities law could help the state address lingering safety issues.

Boise State foundation head steps aside

As Boise State University continues the most ambitious fundraising campaign in its history, Matthew Ewing is leaving for a job at his alma mater.

A fourth university cancels volleyball match with San José State

Utah State University said it will not play its scheduled Oct. 23 match with San José State, according to multiple broadcast reports Wednesday.

Analysis: Boise State’s awkward and deafening silence over transgender athletes

The university has entered — and simultaneously sought to avoid — one of the most polarizing debates in education and sports.