Faculty and Staff News

Daily Register, My UI Resume Fall Schedule Aug. 19

University-wide newsletters – The Daily Register, My UI and This Week – will return to their fall schedules Monday, Aug. 19. This Week will be distributed Sunday evening, My UI is sent Monday morning and the Daily Register is sent on weekday mornings. Submissions for the newsletters can be made using the online form. The deadline for Daily Register submissions is 2 p.m. the day prior to publication. Deadlines for My UI and This Week will be noon Wednesdays. Subscribe to these newsletters.

U of I Among Princeton Review's 385 Best Colleges

The University of Idaho is one of 385 outstanding colleges and universities for 2020 as ranked by the Princeton Review, based on factors including the excellence of academic programs. The rankings were released Monday, Aug. 5, at princetonreview.com/best385. The tutoring, test prep and college admissions services company tallied the rankings based on its surveys of 140,000 students at universities nationwide.

Library Digital Collections Support Episodes of ‘Idaho Experience’

Images and artifacts from the U of I Library Digital Collections will be featured in episodes of “Idaho Experience,” a series produced by Idaho Public Television that tells the stories of the people and defining events that shaped Idaho. The episodes, now available online, include: "Idaho's Mail-Order Messiah” and "Some Lived: An Idaho POW's Story.” Many of the images used in “Idaho’s Mail-Order Messiah” come from the Psychiana Digital Collection. Artifacts collected during the making of “Some Lived: An Idaho POW’s Story” are featured in the Mark Brooks Calnon Collection.

Move-In Day Volunteers Needed for Aug. 22

Housing and Residence Life is looking for more than 300 volunteers to assist students moving into residence halls Thursday, Aug. 22. This is a big day for new and returning students and they could use the help. Volunteer or get more information online.

Change to Microsoft Windows Monthly Update Schedule Starting This Month

After considering feedback from faculty and staff, ITS has made a change to the monthly Windows update schedule. Employees who have a Windows-managed computer may elect to update any time between noon Thursday, Aug. 15, and 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 21. A mandatory update will be pushed to all Windows computers at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 21, and a reboot will be necessary. Employees who choose to wait for the pushed update should leave computers powered on and attached to the network overnight Aug. 21 and ensure laptops are left with screens open. Read more.

Vandal Night With the Spokane Indians is Aug. 23

U of I alumni are invited to Vandal Night at the Spokane Indians, 6:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 23, at Avista Stadium, 602 N. Havana St., Spokane, for an evening of baseball. The Spokane Indians will host the Hillsboro Hops. Alumni are encouraged to wear Vandal gear. Tickets are $5. More information is available by contacting Kristi Overfelt at 208-885-5106 or kloverfelt@uidaho.edu.

Faculty and Staff Invited to 2019 Greek Bid Days

Faculty and staff are invited to attend Fraternity and Sorority Life’s 2019 bid days. Panhellenic Recruitment is Aug. 14-19, with Bid Day at 3:45 p.m. Monday, Aug. 19, on the Administration Lawn, Moscow. Fraternity Recruitment is Aug. 18-22, with Bid Day at 11:15 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 22, outside of the Agricultural Science Building. A healthy presence of faculty and staff demonstrates U of I chapters are members of the Vandal community.

Participate in a Study Investigating the Effects of Foods on Middle-School-Aged Children

Researchers in the School of Family and Consumer Sciences are recruiting children ages 11-14 to participate in a study exploring the relationships of the foods children eat, the nutrients found in their skin and the way they think. Read more.

Screen on the Green Showing ‘Grease’ Friday

Join the Department of Student Involvement for Screen on the Green – the free, family friendly summer film series beginning at 8:45 p.m. Friday, Aug. 16, on the Theophilus Tower Lawn, Moscow, for a showing of “Grease.” View the full summer schedule.

Participate in a Study Examining the Effects of Sitting on Vascular Function

The Exercise Physiology Research Lab is seeking generally healthy adults aged 35-60, who have either been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes or have never been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, to participate in a study investigating the effects of sitting on vascular function. Read more.

Fire Hydrant Testing and Maintenance Continues

Facilities is continuing its annual fire hydrant testing and maintenance through Friday, Aug. 30. More information is available by calling Facilities at 208-885-6246.

Feature Stories

Track More Than 109,000 Vandal Alumni Worldwide

Ever wonder where U of I alumni end up? Take a moment to browse the Alumni Locations Map to discover the vast network of graduates around the globe.

News Releases

Terry Gawlik Named University of Idaho Director of Athletics

Thyroid Hormone Can Alter Color Vision in Zebrafish, Potentially in Humans

Exposure to thyroid hormone can alter eye function in zebrafish, a result with implications for curing color blindness and retinal degeneration in humans. The University of Idaho study found the dosage of thyroid hormone in zebrafish could switch the type of opsin — proteins that support color vision — produced in individual eye cells called cones, likely influencing the animals’ color vision. Zebrafish and humans have similar genetics when it comes to color vision. Read more.

Back-to-Back Low Snow Years Will Become More Common, U of I-Led Study Projects

Consecutive low snow years may become six times more common across the Western United States over the latter half of this century, according to a study led by the University of Idaho, leading to ecological and economic challenges such as expanded fire seasons and poor snow conditions at ski resorts. Read more.

Kudos and Acknowledgments

Henrich Named Associate Dean of Libraries

Kristin Henrich has been appointed as the associate dean of libraries, effective July 15, 2019. Within the libraries, Henrich has most recently served as interim associate dean and will continue in her current roles as head of user and research services and liaison to the College of Art and Architecture. Read More.

Job Opportunities

• Administrative Coordinator, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences
• Financial Analyst, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences

View a complete listing of career opportunities available at the University of Idaho.

Employee Notices

U of I-Sponsored Events Require Alcohol Permits

Alcohol at U of I-sponsored events, on or off campus, requires a permit approved through the president's office and must be in accordance with State Board of Education policies. More information on the alcohol permit process and the permit application can be found on the Auxiliary Services website.

Faculty and Staff News

Screen on the Green Showing ‘Aladdin’ Thursday

Join the Department of Student Involvement for Screen on the Green – the free, family friendly summer film series beginning at 8:45 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 8, on the Theophilus Tower Lawn, Moscow, for a showing of the live action “Aladdin.” View the full summer schedule.

Annual Fire Sprinkler Testing Begins Today

Western States Fire Protection will be on the U of I Moscow campus today-Friday, Aug. 5-9, to complete its annual inspection/testing of the wet and dry sprinkler systems. Inspectors will be on campus several times throughout the summer. No disruption to normal services is expected. Any questions can be directed to Facilities at 208-885-6246.

Annual Parking Permits Available for Purchase

In-office sales for annual parking permits have begun at the Parking and Transportation Services office in the Intermodal Transit Center, 1006 Railroad St., Moscow. Summer hours are 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Permits are also available for purchase online.

Microsoft Updates Installed on the Second Thursday of Each Month

Microsoft updates are installed by Information Technology Services at 10 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month. On these days, to reduce the impact of the updates and ensure they are installed, ITS asks users to leave computers powered on and attached to the network overnight and ensure laptops are left with screens open, as closing the lid of a laptop sends the computer to "sleep" mode. In this mode, it cannot receive or process updates. Read More.

Apply For NIH Program for Data Science Research

The Research and Faculty Development (RFD) team in the Office of Research and Economic Development is requesting notices of intent from those interested in submitting a proposal to the National Institute of Health Data Science Research: Personal Health Libraries for Consumers and Patients (R01) program. The program is a limited-submission funding opportunity. The University of Idaho can serve as the lead institution on one proposal to the program. RFD will use an internal review process to determine which proposal will be submitted. The deadline to submit a notice of intent to RFD is 5 p.m. Monday, Aug. 26. Read more and apply.

Pilates Education Program Will Return to Campus

The College of Education, Health and Human Sciences will host the internationally recognized BASI Pilates Mat Teacher Training program Sept. 6-8, 2019 and May 1-3, 2020. The six-module professional development opportunity is open to students, alumni, faculty/staff and community members. To attend, register with BASI by Friday, Aug. 16 at basipilates.com. For more information, contact Melanie Meenan.

Dependent Audit Verification Documents Available

Hard copy documentation previously provided at the Human Resources office related to the dependent verification audit is now available for pickup. Employees can come to the front office in Human Resources, Moscow, to retrieve documents. Due to confidentiality, identification will be required and documents will be released to employees only. Documents will be shredded if not picked up by Friday, Sept. 20.

Feature Stories

Summer Explorer Series: Volcanism Across Planets

Kevin Cerna spent part of his summer crawling through lava tubes as part of a student research field trip. The master’s student and his lab mates investigated the environmental conditions surrounding past volcanic eruptions by studying crystal formation in the Pacific Northwest. The team, led by Assistant Professor Erika Rader, wants to use the tools and techniques implemented in the field to explore the geology of Mars – so it’s crucial to make sure everything works on Earth. Read More.

News Releases

U of I Professor Named Idaho EPSCoR Director

A statewide effort to boost research capabilities at universities and colleges throughout Idaho will soon be led by a new director. University of Idaho Professor Andrew Kliskey, a leader in researching how communities adapt with changing environments, will serve as the next director of the Idaho Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR), effective Aug. 18, 2019. Read more.

Kudos and Acknowledgments

Desmond Banks Joins Athletics Fundraising Team in Southern Idaho

Desmond Banks '16 is the new associate director for development in southern Idaho for Vandal Athletics, effective Monday, Aug. 12. Banks will secure annual gifts for Athletics and oversee development activities, including volunteer management in southern Idaho. Banks earned a bachelor's degree in business marketing and, as a student-athlete, was an integral part of the 2016 Famous Idaho Potato Bowl Championship team.

Job Opportunities

• IdahoSTARS Child Care Health Consultant, College of Education, Health and Human Sciences
• Externship Director, College of Law
• 4-H Administrative and AmeriCorps Program Assistant, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences
• NCAA Compliance Coordinator, General Counsel
• Interlibrary Loan Supervisor, U of I Library

View a complete listing of career opportunities available at the University of Idaho.

Employee Notices

Help Promote Researchers in the News

Help share U of I research with the public! Faculty members who have an upcoming journal publication and think their research is newsworthy may contact either UCM Science and Content Writer Leigh Cooper or their college's marketing and communications manager. There may be interest in publicizing the work with a press release, social media, etc. Please reach out soon after a paper has been accepted and before publication.

Faculty and Staff News

Clery and Title IX Posters Now Available

Two informational flyers will be distributed around campus this week to help employees better understand responsibilities and rights under Title IX and the Clery Act. Help post and disseminate the flyers in offices around campus. The flyers are also available on the Women's Center website. Read more.

Screen on the Green Showing ‘Jurassic Park’ Thursday

Join the Department of Student Involvement for Screen on the Green — the free, family friendly summer film series beginning at 8:45 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1, on the Theophilus Tower Lawn, Moscow, for a showing of “Jurassic Park.” View the full summer schedule.

Apply For Idaho Global Entrepreneurial Mission Grant Program

The Research and Faculty Development team in the Office of Research and Economic Development invites faculty members to submit a notice of intent indicating their interest in submitting an application to the Idaho Global Entrepreneurial Mission grant program, a limited-submission funding opportunity. The submission deadline is Monday, Aug. 5. Read more and apply.

WUE No Longer Requires GPA Requirement

The Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) program will no longer require a GPA requirement. Faculty and staff can help act as recruiters by having the most up-to-date information on the WUE program. This fall, new students will be automatically eligible to receive the WUE award if they meet U of I admission requirements for their first bachelor's degree. There is no deadline to be considered for the WUE program. More information is available on the U of I WUE website.

Outdoor Program Hosts Huckleberry Hike

Join the Outdoor Program for huckleberry picking Saturday, Aug. 3. Hike to a secret stash and spend the afternoon picking berries. Bring containers to take berries home. Cost is $30, including transportation. A pre-trip meeting is 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1, at the Outdoor Program office in the Student Rec Center. Sign up at the Outdoor Program Office. Questions? Call 208-885-6810

Annual Fire Sprinkler Testing Begins Aug. 5

Western States Fire Protection will be on the U of I Moscow campus Monday-Friday, Aug. 5-9, to complete its annual inspection/testing of the wet and dry sprinkler systems. Inspectors will be on campus several times throughout the summer. No disruption to normal services is expected. Any questions can be directed to Facilities at 208-885-6246.

Idaho INBRE Summer Research Conference Begins Tuesday

The Idaho IDeA Network of Biomedical Research Excellence will host its 18th annual statewide Summer Research Conference Tuesday, July 30, and Wednesday, July 31, at the Best Western Plus University Inn in Moscow. The conference includes more than 100 undergraduate scientific poster presentations, graduate student and faculty research presentations as well as an awards banquet. Read more about the conference.

Sept. 13 is Nomination Deadline for Alumni Awards for Excellence

Nominations for the Alumni Awards for Excellence are due by 5 p.m. Friday, Sept. 13. The Alumni Awards for Excellence are presented to approximately 40 undergraduate senior-level students and 15 graduate and law students who lead in the classroom, laboratory, campus and community. Complete a nomination form to nominate a student. More information is available by calling 208-885-5557.

Study In Need of Pregnant Women Planning to Breastfeed

The Margaret Ritchie School of Family and Consumer Sciences is recruiting soon-to-be-breastfeeding mothers to participate in a study on whether variation in milk composition is related to developing mastitis — a painful condition experienced by nearly a third of breastfeeding women. Read more.

Participate in a Study Examining the Effects of Sitting on Vascular Function

The Exercise Physiology Research Lab is seeking generally healthy adults 35 years or older, who have either been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes or have never been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, to participate in a study investigating the effects of sitting on vascular function. Read more.

News Releases

U of I Jerome Site to House Discovery Complex for CAFE Research Dairy

The Idaho Center for Agriculture, Food and the Environment (CAFE) advanced another major step this month with the acquisition of a site for an education and outreach complex at the Crossroads Point Business Center near Jerome. The 6 acres purchased by the University of Idaho is located in Jerome County along U.S. Highway 93 and north of the intersection of Interstate 84. The property will accommodate a public visitor center, faculty offices, laboratories, classrooms and housing linked to CAFE. Read more.

Youth Stage Free U of I Performance of ‘The Tempest’ Aug. 3 in Moscow

A free performance of William Shakespeare’s “The Tempest” will be staged at 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, at East City Park, Moscow. The production is the culmination of a three-week youth drama camp hosted by the University of Idaho Department of Theatre Arts. Featuring 28 youth ages 7-16, the 35-minute production takes place on a ship at sea during a storm — and later a remote island. Read more.

Kudos and Acknowledgments

U of I's Irina Kappler-Crookston Awarded USAC Emeritus Faculty 

The University Studies Abroad Consortium (USAC) board of directors has awarded Irina Kappler-Crookston USAC emeritus faculty status. The honor is granted to exceptional individuals who have contributed to USAC's evolution as a premier study abroad organization. USAC cited Kappler-Crookston's commitment to promoting international education and cross-cultural understanding. Read more.

Caisley Named Chair of Department of Theatre Arts

Robert Caisley will serve as chair of the Department of Theatre Arts, effective Monday, Aug. 19. Caisley came to U of I in August 2001. He was promoted to associate professor and head of the Dramatic Writing Program in 2006 and then to professor of theatre in 2013. Read more.

Job Opportunities

• IdahoSTARS Child Care Health Consultant, College of Education, Health and Human Sciences
  
• Externship Director, College of Law
  
• 4-H Administrative and AmeriCorps Program Assistant, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences
  
• NCAA Compliance Coordinator, General Counsel
  
• Eat Smart Idaho Program Assistant, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences
  
• Retention Specialist, Multicultural Affairs
  
• Interlibrary Loan Supervisor, U of I Library

View a complete listing of career opportunities available at the University of Idaho.

Employee Notices

Create a Branded U of I Signature With the Email Signature Generator

The U of I Brand Resource Center is full of tools to implement the university’s brand, which defines who we are, who we serve and how we project the best of ourselves and our university to the world. An easy, yet impactful, place to start is with email signatures. Just fill out a form and the Email Signature Generator will create a sharp, on-brand signature for emails. Create your signature.

Faculty and Staff News

Student Rec Center Closed Through July 28

The Student Recreation Center will be closed through Sunday, July 28, for annual maintenance. The Outdoor Rental Center will remain open 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. during the closure and can be accessed through the doors nearest the east parking lot.

Screen on the Green Showing ‘Dumbo’ Thursday

Join the Department of Student Involvement for Screen on the Green – the free, family friendly summer film series beginning at 8:45 p.m. Thursday, July 25, on the Theophilus Tower Lawn, Moscow, for a showing of the live action version of “Dumbo.” View the full summer schedule.

Raft the Salmon River with the Outdoor Program

Enjoy a day whitewater rafting the Salmon River with the Outdoor Program. The trip takes place Saturday, July 27, with a pre-trip meeting scheduled for 4:30 p.m. Thursday, July 25. Cost is $90, which includes equipment and transportation. Sign up at the Outdoor Program Office in the Student Rec Center. Questions can be directed to 208-885-6810.

Updated Password Policy Allows Long Expiration

New password standards will allow most users to maintain the same password indefinitely when combined with Secure Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). Secure MFA includes using the DUO Mobile application or a hardware token and never using SMS or voice calls for identity authentication. With the addition of MFA via DUO across most U of I accounts the risk of compromise has significantly decreased. Read more.

New Vandal Guest Wifi Network Portal Will Require Registration

Guests accessing AirVandalGuest, the U of I wifi network that provides free internet access to campus visitors, will see a new interface for registration to access the network. After selecting AirVandalGuest from the wifi network menu, the visitor will need to register with their name, email and phone number. A code will be sent by email or text to confirm the user's identity. The user will enter the code to access the network. Users can enjoy internet access until the registration expires at 3 a.m. Users will need to re-register each day to access the network, but there is no limit to the number of days a visitor can register. U of I employees and students should log into AirVandalGold when available, as it offers premium-level services including access to U of I enterprise systems, higher data transfer speeds, and persistent registration to the network. More information is available by contacting your local support team, visiting the tech support portal at support.uidaho.edu or by calling 208-885-4357.

Aug. 1 is Deadline to Nominate Alumni for Awards

The Alumni Association is accepting nominations for exceptional alumni for its annual awards program through Thursday, Aug. 1. There are six award categories, including the inaugural year for the Brave and Bold Award, celebrating young alumni with an outstanding record of career achievements or record of volunteerism. Nominations can be submitted using the online form at uidaho.edu/alumni/awards.

Required University-wide Shift to Windows 10 Coming Soon 

The University of Idaho is required to participate in Microsoft operating system updates and improvements to ensure the security of university data. Users operating Windows 7 should shift to Windows 10 to get the latest features and security. Information Technology Services will help users update to Windows 10 through December 2019. After the deadline of Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2020, Microsoft will no longer provide support for Windows 7. ITS will no longer support employees on Windows 7 except in very specific and special circumstances due to the potential for regulatory non-compliance and data security issues. For information visit support.microsoft.com, contact your Technology Solution Partner (TSP) or go to support.uidaho.edu and request assistance.    

Pilates Education Program Will Return to Campus

The College of Education, Health and Human Sciences will host the internationally recognized BASI Pilates Mat Teacher Training program Sept. 6-8, 2019, and May 1-3, 2020. The six-module professional development opportunity is open to students, alumni, faculty, staff and community members. To attend, register with BASI by Friday, Aug. 16 at www.basipilates.com/. More information is available by contacting Melanie Meenan at mmeenan@uidaho.edu.

Participate in a Study Investigating Trout Consumption and Cognition

The Department of Family and Consumer Sciences is recruiting parents, guardians and children ages 3-5 to participate in a 12-week study examining the effectiveness of nutrition education and trout consumption and the effect of trout intake on cognition and inflammation. Parent/guardian-child groups must currently eat fish less than twice a week, have no known fish allergies and be willing to play games on an iPad. Adults will have blood drawn twice. Participants will receive up to $100. More information is available by contacting 208-885-1709 or aroe@uidaho.edu.

Follow UIDAHO_ITS on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram for Technology News 

The latest U of I Information Technology news and updates are available on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Find the Information Technology Services news feeds by clicking the links above, or searching UIDAHO_ITS on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. ITS is committed to communicating news and updates directly to students, faculty and staff. Users aware of technology news and updates can make the best use of the university’s technology assets and are the best protection against malicious actors and technology threats. Visit support.uidaho.edu for tech support.

In Memoriam

Jack Dawson

Jack Dawson, a dean of the University of Idaho Coeur d'Alene for 26 years, died July 16, 2019, after a long battle with Parkinson's. Dawson served as the leader of the North Idaho center from 1982 until 2008, growing the local U of I presence from a single classroom with no degree offerings to multiple buildings and more than 15 degree programs. Read more.

Kudos and Acknowledgments

Prestigious Fellowship Will Support Doctoral Student’s Research in the Arctic

Andrew Maguire, a doctoral student in the College of Natural Resources, was recently awarded the Future Investigators in NASA Earth and Space Science and Technology fellowship. Maguire, who is based at the McCall Field Campus, was one of 120 students across the nation selected for the honor. The fellowship provides $90,000 over two years. It will support Maguire’s dissertation research in the Arctic, studying how efficiently trees use light for fixing atmospheric carbon dioxide at the forest-tundra ecotone, where the trees of the boreal forest meet the treeless Arctic plains.

Barton Named Chair of Department of Psychology and Communication Studies

Long-term faculty member Benjamin Barton will serve as the next chair of the Department of Psychology and Communication Studies, beginning Wednesday, Aug. 14. Barton has been with the U of I since 2008, earning the rank of associate professor in 2014. He earned his bachelor's and master's degrees in psychology from the University of Memphis and his Ph.D. in developmental psychology from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Barton's research focuses on the application of developmental and human factor principles to the study on unintentional injury. Primarily, he studies the roles of visual and auditory information in relation to transportation safety and injury prevention.

Job Opportunities

• IdahoSTARS Child Care Health Consultant, College of Education, Health and Human Sciences
• Continuing Medical Education Coordinator, WWAMI Medical Education Program
• Child Development Laboratory Lead Teacher, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences
• Associate Director of Admissions, Enrollment Management
• Financial Analyst, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences
• Library Director, College of Law
• Business Operations Analyst, College of Letters, Arts and Social Sciences

View a complete listing of career opportunities available at the University of Idaho.

Faculty and Staff News

Screen on the Green Showing ‘Incredibles 2’ Thursday

Join the department of Student Involvement for Screen on the Green – the free, family friendly summer film series beginning at 8:45 p.m. Thursday, July 18, on the Theophilus Tower Lawn, Moscow, for a showing of “Incredibles 2.” View the full summer schedule.

Annual Fire Hydrant Testing and Maintenance Begins

Facilities will be conducting its annual fire hydrant testing and maintenance beginning today, July 15, through Friday, Aug. 30. More information is available by contacting Facilities at 208-885-6246.

Outdoor Program Hosts Huckleberry Hike

Join the Outdoor Program for huckleberry picking Saturday, Aug. 3. Participants will take an easy hike to a secret stash and then spend the afternoon picking berries. Bring containers to take the berries home. Cost is $30, including transportation. A pre-trip meeting is 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1, at the Outdoor Program office in the Student Rec Center. Sign up at the Outdoor Program Office. Questions? Contact 208-885-6810.

Study to Examine Sitting and Muscle Health in Need of Participants

The Exercise Physiology Laboratory is recruiting adults aged 35 years and older to participate in a study examining the associations between sitting and markers of muscle health. The study will consist of two visits to the lab and activity monitor tracking for seven days. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about their body composition, blood sugar and fats, as well as physical activity levels. Participants will receive a $20 gift card upon completion. More information is available at 208-885-2007 or exphys@uidaho.edu.

Deadline for IRIC Space Applications is Wednesday

The Integrated Research and Innovation Center (IRIC) Facility Committee continues to consider applications for space in the IRIC facility. Faculty and staff can access application forms online. The deadline for the next round of consideration is 4 p.m. Wednesday, July 17. Read more and apply for space.

Participate in a Study Examining the Effects of Sitting on Vascular Function

The Exercise Physiology Research Lab is seeking generally healthy adults aged 35-60, who have either been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes or have never been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, to participate in a study investigating the effects of sitting on vascular function. Read more.

International Programs Office Summer Hours Changing

The International Programs Office is now open every weekday from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. During the summer, International Student, Scholar and Faculty Services will continue to hold walk-in hours for international students from 1:30-3 p.m. Monday through Friday in LLC No. 3, Moscow. More information is available by contacting ipo@uidaho.edu.

Dependent Audit Verification Documents Available

Hard copy documentation previously provided at the Human Resources office related to the dependent verification audit is now available for pickup. Employees can come to the front office in Human Resources, Moscow, to retrieve documents. Due to confidentiality, identification will be required and documents will be released to employees only. Documents will be shredded if not picked up by Friday, Sept. 20.

Feature Stories

Researchers Say Wildlife Management Including Prescribed Burns May Help Spotted Owls Recover

Spotted owl populations are in decline all along the West Coast, and as climate change increases the risk of large and destructive wildfires in the region, these iconic animals face the real threat of losing even more of their forest habitat. Rather than attempting to preserve the owl’s remaining habitat exactly as is, wildfire management — through prescribed burning and restoration thinning — could help save the species, said a team that includes University of Idaho’s Leda Kobziar in a Frontiers in Ecology and the Environment study. Read about the study.

News Releases

Researcher Tara Hudiburg Honored with Presidential Early Career Award

The White House has selected Tara Hudiburg, associate professor in the University of Idaho College of Natural Resources, for a 2019 Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers. The award is the highest honor bestowed by the U.S. government to outstanding scientists and engineers who are at the beginning of their careers and show exceptional promise for leadership. Hudiburg was one of four scientists in the state of Idaho to receive the award and the only one from a university in the state. Read more.

Kudos and Acknowledgments

Grad Receives Fulbright Distinguished Teaching Award

Gerald Dalebout, an alumnus of the College of Education, Health and Human Sciences, is one of 25 U.S. citizens tapped to receive a prestigious Fulbright Distinguished Teaching Award. Dalebout, who earned his bachelor's and master's degrees from U of I, has taught social studies at Moscow High School since 2011. The award will allow him to live in the Netherlands and study the Dutch educational approach from January through June 2020. Dalebout plans to learn assessment strategies and classroom techniques. Dalebout's wife and three children will travel with him to the Netherlands.

Brolley to Join International Programs Office, Open House Scheduled Thursday at LLC No. 3

Dana Brolley is the new director of International Student, Scholar and Faculty Services for the International Programs Office, effective today, July 15. Brolley brings more than 18 years of experience in higher education and worked in multiple capacities within international education, including immigration advising, enrollment management, marketing and recruitment. Find out more and attend an open house Thursday.

Job Opportunities

• Administrative Financial Specialist, Strategic Enrollment Management
• Administrative Coordinator, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences
• Administrative Coordinator, Intercollegiate Athletics
• Clinical Faculty, WWAMI Medical Education Program
• Cooperative Education Director, Strategic Enrollment Management
• Financial Analyst, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences
• Library Director, College of Law
• Business Operations Analyst, College of Letters, Arts and Social Sciences

View a complete listing of career opportunities available at the University of Idaho.

Faculty and Staff News

Screen on the Green Showing “Shazam!” Thursday

Join the Department of Student Involvement for Screen on the Green — the free, family friendly summer film series beginning at 8:45 p.m. Thursday, July 11, on the Theophilus Tower Lawn for a showing of "Shazam!" View the full schedule.

U of I Recycling Program Changing

Changes are taking place within U of I Recycling/Surplus/Solid Waste (RSSW) that will effect recycling pickup schedules. As of July 1, all interior recycling in buildings will be handled on an "on-call" basis. Building Services custodial staff will monitor the many recycling stops in general education buildings around campus, as well as cardboard stations outside of buildings, and report those needing service to the RSSW staff for pickup. Building managers within auxiliary services buildings served by RSSW will also do the same for their recycling stops. Half of campus will be serviced on Tuesdays and the other half on Thursdays. Read more.

Open Access Publishing Fund Will Accept Applications Starting Sept. 1

After a successful first year, the U of I – Open Access Publishing Fund (OAPF) is excited to continue supporting researchers. Applications will be accepted beginning Sept. 1, 2019, for article processing charges occurring during FY 20. Review the eligibility criteria and guidelines and reach out to Jylisa Doney, U of I – OAPF fund manager, with any questions.

Outdoor Program Hosts Huckleberry Hike

Join the Outdoor Program for huckleberry picking on Saturday, Aug. 3. Participants will take an easy hike to a secret stash and then spend the afternoon picking berries. Bring containers to take the berries home. Cost is $30, including transportation. A pre-trip meeting is 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1, at the Outdoor Program office in the Student Rec Center. Sign up at the Outdoor Program Office. Questions? Contact 208-885-6810.

Next Deadline for IRIC Space Applications is July 17

The Integrated Research and Innovation Center (IRIC) Facility Committee continues to consider applications for space in the IRIC facility. Faculty and staff can access application forms online. The deadline for the next round of consideration is 4 p.m. Wednesday, July 17. Read more and apply for space.

Host a Pakistani Student This Summer

The International Programs Office has opportunities available for U of I employees to host a Pakistani student in their home for 10 days (Aug. 9-18) as a part of the Global Undergraduate Exchange Program. This program is funded by the U.S. Department of State and administered by the International Research and Exchanges Board in partnership with U of I. Host families will be compensated $140 to host the student. Read more.

Faculty Invited to Apply for NSF Advancing Informal STEM Learning Program

The Research and Faculty Development (RFD) team in the Office of Research and Economic Development is requesting notice of intent (NOI) to indicate interest in submitting a proposal to the National Science Foundation Advancing Informal STEM Learning Program, a limited-submission funding opportunity. The deadline to submit NOIs to RFD is 5 p.m. Pacific time Monday, July 22. Read more and apply.

Update Logos at the Brand Resource Center

The University of Idaho logomark — which includes the "University of Idaho" wordmark and the "I" — is a powerful symbol of our great university. Updated logos for units across campus are available for download as part of the Brand Toolkit in the U of I Brand Resource Center to help faculty and staff create university materials quickly and easily in Microsoft and Adobe products. Find the right logo.

Faculty Invited to Apply to the NSF Research Traineeship Program

The Research and Faculty Development (RFD) team in the Office of Research and Economic Development is requesting notice of intent (NOI) to apply to the National Science Foundation (NSF) Research Traineeship program, a limited-submission funding opportunity. The deadline to submit NOIs to RFD is 5 p.m. Pacific time Monday, Aug. 19. Read more and apply.

Save the Date for the Bellwood Memorial Lecture Oct. 22-23

The University of Idaho College of Law, Idaho Supreme Court and Idaho State Bar are proud to announce the 2019 Bellwood Memorial Lecture, "Climate Change and the Future of Energy" on Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2019, in Boise and Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2019, in Moscow. The lecture will be given by Ken Salazar, a former U.S. secretary of the Department of Interior (2009-13), U.S. senator from Colorado (2005-09) and attorney general of Colorado (1999-05). More details about the lecture and speaker are on the Bellwood Memorial Lecture website.

New Advanced Email Security Service Begins with URL Defense

Email continues to be the No. 1 attack vector for malicious actors. The University of Idaho Budget Finance Committee funded the Advanced Email Filtering project to improve email security across the organization. This week, ITS will implement a core component of this project that includes a number of email protection features including a new URL Defense service. Read more.

U of I in the News

Delivering on Our Brave and Bold Mission

By President Scott Green

I am thrilled to be back in Moscow to take the helm at the University of Idaho. To be in this role, after my childhood years roaming campus with my grandfather, Leon “Doc” Green, makes for a special homecoming. The U of I presidency is an incredible honor. This university’s mission is to serve our state’s citizens, communities and industries. For Idaho to thrive, U of I has to deliver on that mission. Read more.

Kudos and Acknowledgments

Dessert Reception July 15 to Say Goodbye to Jeff Dodge and Mark McLaughlin

Join the College of Law at 2 p.m. Pacific time Monday, July 15, in the foyer of the Menard Law Building to say goodbye to our colleagues. Jeff Dodge has served as an associate dean at the college since 2012. He and his husband, Mark McLaughlin in the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, are leaving U of I for the Penn State University Dickinson School of Law where Dodge will begin an associate dean role. Help us thank them for their contributions to our community!

Job Opportunities

• Retention Specialist, President’s Area
• CAMP Recruitment Specialist, President’s Area
• Administrative Assistant, Provost
• Assistant Operations Supervisor, University Research

View a complete listing of career opportunities available at the University of Idaho.

Faculty and Staff News

Early Deadline for July 8 Daily Register

The deadline to submit items to the Monday, July 8, Daily Register has been moved up to noon Wednesday, July 3, as a result of the Independence Day holiday. All submissions for the July 8 Daily Register can be submitted by noon Wednesday, July 3, via the form at uidaho.edu/news/submit.

ITS Update on Statewide Network Outage June 19

The University of Idaho's statewide information technology network experienced severely degraded performance from about 5:45-11:45 p.m. Wednesday, June 19. Services that depend on the network were mostly unusable until Information Technology Services (ITS) personnel resolved the issue. ITS has made changes to prevent, or more quickly recover from, similar future scenarios. The U of I Information Security Office within ITS considers the incident as a directed attack on the university network. Read more.

Participate in a Study Examining the Effects of Sitting on Vascular Function

The Exercise Physiology Research Lab is seeking generally healthy adults aged 35-60 years old, who have either been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes or have never been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes to participate in a study investigating the effects of sitting on vascular function. The study will require two laboratory visits, totaling approximately five hours. The measurements taken throughout the study include body composition assessment, blood draw to measure blood sugar, fats and markers related to vascular health, and leg blood flow using ultrasound. Participants will be entered into a drawing for one of six $50 gift cards. More information is available by contacting exphys@uidaho.edu or 208-885-2007.

VandalStore Tech Payment Plans to End

The VandalStore will no longer offer payroll deduction payment plans to new customers effective today, July 1, 2019. Anyone currently on a payment plan will continue with that plan as per the terms of their agreement.

Einstein's Closed July 4-5

Einstein's Bagel Bros. will be closed Thursday, July 4, and Friday, July 5. Because campus will be open Friday, July 5, The Hub will be open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Door prices have been discounted for summer at $7, $8 and $9 respectively. More information is at uidaho.edu/dining.

Dependent Audit Verification Hardcopy Documents Available 

All hard copy documentation previously provided at the Human Resources office related to the dependent audit verification is now available for pickup. Come to the front office in Human Resources to retrieve hard copy documents. Due to confidentiality, identification will be required and documents will be released to employees only, not family members or other individuals. No action is necessary for those who don’t want hard copy documentation as all hard copy documents will be shredded if not picked up by Friday, Sept. 20.

New Student Required Safety Program Information Session

The Office of the Dean of Students and Vandal Health Education will provide an information session on the newly updated required online safety program for incoming students from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 9, in TLC 222. Learn more about the program.

Street Resurfacing Begins Today

Beginning today, July 1, four sections of campus surface streets will undergo resurfacing:

• Perimeter Drive from the Facilities building to Old Pullman Road.
• Idaho Avenue between Elm Street and the rear Bruce M. Pitman Center alley.
• Deakin Avenue between Idaho and University avenues.
• Deakin Avenue between Sweet Avenue and the one-way alley between the Lionel Hampton School of Music and Gold Lot 46.

Learn more about the closures.

Screen on the Green Features “Space Jam”

Join the Department of Student Involvement for Screen on the Green — the free, family friendly summer film series beginning at 8:45 p.m. Wednesday, July 3, on the Theophilus Tower Lawn, Moscow, for "Space Jam." View the full schedule.

Raft the Salmon River with the Outdoor Program

Enjoy a day whitewater rafting on the Salmon River at the peak of its excitement with the Outdoor Program. The trip takes place Saturday, July 27, with a pre-trip meeting scheduled 4:30 p.m. Thursday, July 25. Cost is $90, which includes equipment and transportation. Sign up at the Outdoor Program Office in the Student Rec Center. Questions can be directed to 208-885-6810.

PTS Office Closed July 4-5

Parking and Transportation Services (PTS) will be closed Thursday, July 4, and Friday, July 5. The office will reopen at 7:30 a.m. Monday, July 8. Updated parking information is on the Parking and Transportation Services website. Questions can be directed to parking@uidaho.edu.

Register Youth Service Programs

The University of Idaho serves more than 55,000 youth through its programs. The Protection of Minors Standards requires all programs that serve youth (or are attended by minors) to register their program. Understanding how many youth the university serves helps us understand the scope of our youth service, and helps us provide information to groups serving youth. Programs can be registered here. On the left of the page, click on Protecting Minors. Just below Protecting Minors is the Youth Services Program Registration form. Submitters will receive an email that provides guidance on planning, documentation and training. Contact risk@uidaho.edu with questions.

Faculty Invited to Apply for the NSF Louis Stokes Alliances for Minority Participation Program

The Research and Faculty Development (RFD) team in the Office of Research and Economic Development is requesting notice of intent (NOI) to indicate interest in submitting a preliminary proposal to the National Science Foundation Louis Stokes Alliances for Minority Participation program, a limited-funding submission opportunity. The deadline to submit NOIs to RFD is 5 p.m. Pacific time Monday, July 15. Read more and apply.

Participate in a Study on Sitting and Muscle Health

Participate in a study examining the effects of sitting on various parameters of muscle health. The Exercise Physiology Research Lab is looking for men and women age 35 years and older. The study will consist of two visits to the lab and wearing of an activity monitor for seven days to record daily activity. This study will include gathering information about cardiovascular health (body composition, blood sugar and fats), activity levels and dietary intake. More information is available by contacting 208-885-2007 or exphys@uidaho.edu.

Stay Hydrated This Summer

Keep a reusable, BPA-free water bottle filled, and drink at least 8 ounces of clean water for each half-hour of work outside. Other tips from Blue Cross of Idaho include eating foods that will quench thirst. Blue Cross also encourages employees to add fruits and vegetables including cucumber, lettuce, celery, watermelon, strawberries, carrots and cantaloupe to their summer menus. More tips are available at the Blue Cross of Idaho website.

Feature Stories

U of I Researcher Part of Team to Send Robot Copter to Saturn Moon for NASA Mission

A project to launch a robotic rotorcraft lander to Saturn’s moon Titan, envisioned by a University of Idaho researcher, has been selected by NASA for launch. The mission, known as Dragonfly, involves 35 scientists from around the globe and is funded for up to $850 million. It is led by the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory and beat 11 other teams to win NASA’s New Frontiers Program competition. Read more.

News Releases

Annual Arboretum Associates Summer Concert July 8 at U of I

“Summer Breezes and Sweet Sounds,” the annual outdoor concert featuring Palouse-area musicians and composers, will bring music to the University of Idaho Arboretum and Botanical Garden Monday, July 8. The free concert will begin at 7 p.m. on the west side of the upper pond in the arboretum on Nez Perce Drive, near the U of I Golf Course. It is sponsored by Arboretum Associates and U of I’s Lionel Hampton School of Music. Read more.

U of I Study Finds Increased Moisture Facilitated Decline in Fires in Africa

The amount of area burned across Africa declined by 18.5 percent between 2002 and 2016, according to a University of Idaho study, and this reduction was likely driven by an increase in plant-available moisture and not solely changes in human behavior, as previous studies have found. The study was published, Thursday, June 27, in the journal Geophysical Research Letters. Read more.

Kudos and Acknowledgments

Advancement's Jen Root Receives National Recognition for Career Achievement

Congratulations to Jen Root, senior director of development for the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences. Root received the Ray A. Miller Professional Achievement Award from the National Agricultural Alumni Development Association. The award recognizes individuals for their significant career activities and accomplishments, and leadership activities in professional and community organizations.

CLASS Student Receives Cultural Vistas Fellowship

Nicolas Schofield, a history and international studies student from Boise, was among 15 students in the United States named to the 2019 Class of the Cultural Vistas Fellowship. The program offers students fully funded, eight-week internships in Argentina, Germany and Hong Kong. It also includes a pre-departure virtual learning seminar, re-entry seminar and a service project to share learning with their campus and local communities. Schofield will complete his internship in Berlin, Germany, with the host company EU Russia Civil Society Forum.

Job Opportunities

• Retention Specialist, Multicultural Affairs
• CAMP Recruitment Specialist, CAMP
• Administrative Assistant, Provost
• Assistant Operations Supervisor, University Research

View a complete listing of career opportunities available at the University of Idaho.