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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, nuclear engineering, graduate faculty

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, industrial technology

Krishnan Raja

Professor

John Russell

Associate research professor, Special Assistant to the Dean of Engineering 

Alex Vakanski

Associate professor, industrial technology

Min Xian

Associate professor

Haiyan Zhao

Associate professor
Administrative team

Marc Skinner

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

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

Executive officer, Idaho Falls and Southeast Idaho
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