Our people

Meet our people in Idaho Falls

At U of I Idaho Falls, you’ll learn from faculty, researchers and staff who are leaders in their fields, bringing strong industry connections, research partnerships and real-world expertise into the classroom. With their mentorship and guidance, you’ll gain the skills and experience needed to achieve your academic and professional goals.

Find your mentors and collaborators in Idaho Falls

U of I Idaho Falls faculty

  • R. A. Borrelli

    Associate Professor

  • Indrajit Charit

    Department Chair, Professor

  • Ming-Hsun Cheng

    Assistant Professor of Energy and Environment

  • Robert Hiromoto

    Professor

  • Constantinos (Costas) Kolias

    Associate Professor

  • Amin Mirkouei

    Associate Professor

  • Krishnan Raja

    Professor

  • John Russell

    Associate Research Professor, Special Assistant to the Dean of Engineering 

  • Alex Vakanski

    Associate Professor

  • Min Xian

    Associate Professor

  • Haiyan Zhao

    Associate Professor

Administrative team

  • Marc Skinner

    Center Executive Officer, Idaho Falls and Southeast Idaho

  • Alice Allen

    Director, Recruitment and Student Engagement, Idaho Falls

  • Denise Engebrecht

    Academic Program and Student Services Manager

Research and Extension

  • Melissa Bertram

    Research Scientist

  • Kasia Duellman

    Associate Professor and Extension Specialist in Plant Pathology

  • Melinda Lent

    Research Associate

  • Juliet Marshall

    Associate Director of Idaho Agricultural Experiment Station, Professor and Extension Specialist in Cereals

Meet Executive Officer Marc Skinner

It is an exciting time to serve as executive officer of University of Idaho in Idaho Falls. We have a rich 70-year history of offering outstanding educational programs in southeastern Idaho. The Idaho Falls Center plays a significant role in meeting the educational needs of this economically vibrant region. Our long-standing relationship with the Idaho National Laboratory and our sustained affiliation with businesses, non-profits and other educational institutions in southeastern Idaho provide incredible momentum for the future.

University of Idaho offers educational programs that are esteemed throughout the state, nation and world. In Idaho Falls, our focus on delivering innovative interdisciplinary education and research programs in a student-focused environment benefits hundreds of students currently seeking advanced degrees. We are fortunate to be situated in a unique hub for researchers who work to support the nation’s energy future and homeland security needs.

As a graduate of University of Idaho, I am convinced of the importance of the statewide mission of our great university.

I would like to personally invite you to visit us. Our advisors are always willing to discuss the next steps and educational opportunities for you as you consider joining the Vandal family.

Warm regards and Go Vandals!

Marc Skinner

Marc Skinner

Marc Skinner

Center Executive Officer, Idaho Falls and Southeast Idaho