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    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
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    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
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    Melissa Bertram

    Research Scientist

    Kasia Duellman

    Assistant professor and Extension specialist

    Melinda Lent

    Research Specialist and Extension Support Scientist

    Juliet Marshall

    Associate Director of Idaho Agricultural Experiment Station

    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
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