Boise State University
Boise State announces new rural scholarship
In order to qualify for the $1,000 scholarship, high school seniors must have a 3.0 GPA, a demonstrated financial need and live in a rural community.
Boise State will purchase off-campus office complex
In time, Boise State will use the 90,000-square-foot building to house administrative offices, freeing up campus space for academic functions. Bonds and lease proceeds will cover the $22.5 million purchase price.
Tromp touts innovation — but cautions against further budget cuts
Boise State University’s new president said she is worried about maintaining the course offerings students need to graduate within four years.
Analysis: Presidents talk about a ‘new day.’ And they seem to mean it.
Idaho’s new wave of higher education leaders checked rivalry at the Statehouse doors this week — earning praise from legislators.
Boise State, Idaho State spell out cost-cutting plans
Boise State University will make a variety of moves in order to cut $2.1 million next year. Idaho State University is working out its plan to cut $1.6 million.
Idaho’s four-year schools agree on ‘momentous’ tuition freeze
The one-year freeze affects in-state, undergraduate students at Boise State University, the University of Idaho, Idaho State University and Lewis-Clark State College. To balance the books, the four institutions will have to whittle millions of dollars out of their budgets.
Tromp announces rural pilot program
In a speech to Treasure Valley business leaders, Boise State University’s president defended the diversity and inclusion programs that have sparked a conservative backlash. “What I’m interested in is catching students wherever we can catch them.”
Idaho universities post enrollment increases
The overall numbers are up at all three of the state’s four-year universities, and Boise State University’s enrollment set another record.
Boise State diversity forum: GOP lawmaker says social justice agenda has run amok
Democrats defended the university programs, saying a more inclusive campus will foster higher graduation rates and lead to a healthier economy down the road.
How did Boise State Republicans and Democrats team up on a panel on diversity programs?
The Idaho Freedom Foundation first wanted a seat at the table, Betsy Russell of the Idaho Press reported this week, but student groups opted for a panel of legislators.