Tech Annual 2007
College of Technology
Energy Systems Technology and Education Center
ESTEC helps the college grow
Dr. Marilyn E. Davis was named Dean of the College of Technology in May 2007. She has been serving as Interim Dean since July 2006.
This past year has been full of changes for Idaho State University and the College of Technology.
President Arthur Vailas was invested
Welcome aboard
Welcome from the College of Technology
as the 2th President of ISU and presented his inaugural address on Friday, September 4, 2007. College of Technology faculty and staff participated in this formal ceremony in various capacities. We look forward to President Vailas’ continued leadership and work with us here at the College of Technology.
The College of Technology is expanding degree offerings and continues to evaluate programs to ensure training is meeting business and industry standards and needs. Many companies have been generously providing equipment, scholarship dollars, and support to the programs the College. I extend my appreciation to all of our business and industry partners who have helped students in the College of Technology through their generous gifts of time, equipment, and money.
Two large grants have been received by the Electronics Department totalling $2.6 million for the development of the Energy Systems Technology and Education Center (ESTEC). As the Industrial
Gary Apgood – Instructor, Graphic Arts/Printing Technology
Colby Averett – Program Coordinator, Electrical Technician
Mary (Chris) Brower - Director, Center for New Directions
Lisa Burtenshaw – Director of Development
Suzanne Butikofer – Administrative Assistant, Associate Dean’s Office
Annette Christensen – Recruiter/Admission Specialist, Student Services
Lori Copling – Instructor, Practical Nursing
David Erickson – Instructor, Welding
Joseph Fleishman – Director, Workforce Training
Gail George – Instructor, Associate Degree Registered Nurse
Dianna Gleed – Administrative Assistant, Law Enforcement
Brock Gunter – Instructor, Automotive Technology
Ed Guthrie – Department Chair, Technical Department
Jacob Haeberle – Instructor, General Education
Patty Jensen – Instructor, Practical Nursing
Melissa Johnson – Instructor, Practical Nursing
Myrna Krueger – Instructor Assistant, Associate Degree Registered Nurse/Practical Nursing
Sheri Kunkel – Administrative Assistant, Center for New Directions
Terrence Larson – IT Programmer Analyst, Student Services
Kathryn Ludwig – Administrative Assistant, Fiscal Records
Brynn McCarthy – Administrative Assistant, Tech Prep
Carol Mundt – Instructor, General Education
Crafts building is being transformed to house ESTEC, other programs have found themselves leaving their familiar locations and moving. New labs for the Medical Assisting and Laser/Electro-Optics Technology programs were developed in Owen Redfield and the Roy F. Christensen building, respectively. Other programs in new homes include, Physical Therapist Assistant and Computer/ Business Equipment Technology. Future moves are planned with additional changes on the horizon to continue strengthening our programs and mission.
The College of Technology has tremendous potential. We as a College are working to develop a sustainable Strategic Plan. Also, we have hired daVinci Advertising and Marketing from Salt Lake City, Utah to evaluate our marketing and recruitment efforts. With input from the research studies they are conducting, we will remain competitive in this fast changing market place.
I am pleased to be serving ISU and the College of Technology as Dean.
Nicole Rintamaki – Counselor, Student Services
April Scism – Instructor Assistant, Culinary Arts
Rob Shroll – Instructor Assistant, Laser/Electro-Optics Technology
Linda Stuffle – Associate Director, Energy Systems Technology Education Center
Mary (Jean) Swassing – Web Site Design Specialist
Gerry Trimble – Director, Energy Systems Technology Education Center
Arlen Walker – Administrative Assistant, Workforce Training
Lisa Wood – Director Clinical Education, Respiratory Therapy
Retirees
John Bakken – Program Coordinator, Aircraft Maintenance Technology
Blaine Burkman – Instructor, Graphic Arts/Printing Technology
Kathleen Dohse – Instructor Assistant, Business Information
Leann Eilander – Instructor, General Education
Chuck Humphrey – Instructor, Human Resource Training and Development
Janice Matteson-Howell – Department Chair, Technical Department
Margaret Phelps – Director, Workforce Training
Bob Rost – Program Coordinator, Welding
Carole Taft – Instructor, Adult Basic Education
New Energy Systems Technology Education Center Expands Degree Offerings
February 2, 2007, the vision and plans, along with the partners involved in the development of the Energy Systems Technology and Education Center on the Idaho State University Campus were unveiled at a press conference. Congressman Mike Simpson, the Governor’s Educational Liaison Karen McGee, and Idaho State University President Arthur C. Vailas, in conjunction with other state, business and government leaders, elaborated on the Center’s impact to economic development, education, employment, and the national need the Center would fill in helping to repopulate a retiring energy sector workforce.
n December 2006, the U.S. Department of Labor announced Idaho State University’s College of Technology as one of 72 recipients receiving a President’s Community Based Job Training Grant. As a result, the University received $,996,958 to be used in the development of the initial three degree programs that marked the launch of the College of Technology’s Energy Systems Technology and Education Center (ESTEC) on the Idaho State University campus.
The Energy Systems Technology and Education Center will provide leadership for energy sector-related education and workforce development, economic development, and community development in Eastern Idaho. ESTEC’s primary mission is to support the energy sector in offsetting the growing national shortage of energy systems technicians and is expected to facilitate regional economic competitiveness, increased job growth and provide other new energy-related opportunities.
The team of Idaho State University’s College of Technology, the Idaho National Laboratory and Partners for Prosperity (a Northwest Area Foundation grant recipient chartered with reducing poverty in Eastern Idaho) also secured an unprecedented second grant on their first attempt in February 2007. This grant targets national standardization of the training and education curriculum for Energy Systems Instrumentation and Controls Engineering Technicians. The National Science Foundation (NSF) awarded ISU and its partners a $586,24 Advanced Technological Education Program Grant this fall to pursue a nationally standardized program. This grant was received just as the newly funded Energy Systems Technology and Education Center prepared to offer the first of three, new, two-year energy-focused degrees.
The Energy Systems Instrumentation and Control Engineering Technology (ESICET) program commenced Fall 2007. Graduates of the program will receive an Associate of Applied Science degree and will be prepared for exciting, challenging, and high paying careers in the instrumentation
and control arena. Their responsibilities include building, installing and maintaining the equipment that controls the operation of U.S. energy generation facilities. Two other degrees being readied for release in 2008 and 2009 under the Department of Labor grant include, respectively, Energy Systems Electrical Engineering Technology and Energy Systems Mechanical Engineering Technology.
These programs will increase the number and quality of students prepared to enter the energy workforce by defining and promoting energy career pathways for high school students and underrepresented groups. A “train the trainer” formula adapted and adopted from ESTEC partner Central Virginia Community College entitled the “Priming the Pipeline Program” (also an NSF-funded program) will provide teachers with hands-on energy-related lab applications and classroom materials that meet Idaho State Math and Science Standards. The TechPrep Consortium and Partners for Prosperity will further expand outreach activities by highlighting energy technician careers across the region to high school students, the unemployed, the under-employed, and underrepresented populations.
The ESICET curriculum and the new ISU Energy Systems Technology and Education Center are expected to have a broad regional and national impact. National ESTEC partners including PacifiCorp, Entergy, Idaho Power and the Idaho National Laboratory have already committed to providing internships for students enrolled in the programs.
eading the ESTEC effort are Executive Director Scott Rasmussen (Scott is also chair of the College of Technology’s Electronics Program) and Deputy Director, Richard Holman. ESTEC staff also include Lawrence Beaty, Associate Director for Curriculum and Instruction; Linda Stuffle, Associate Director for Laboratory Integration; and Gerry Trimble, Associate Director for Grant Management and Administration. Rasmussen, an Idaho State Univer-
sity alumnus, has chaired the College of Technology Electronics Department for over 7 years and has successfully grown the electronics program through affiliation with the support of industry leaders such as Tektronix, Intel, Williams Company, and Micron. Scott came to Idaho State after 5 years with the Union Pacific Railroad and holds both Bachelor and Master degrees in vocational education. Scott and his programs are recognized by industry leaders and educators alike for their quality and contributions to expanding educational programs and opportunities such as ESTEC.
Holman, also an Idaho State University alumnus, has held a variety of technical, operations and managerial positions in his 5 year career. Richard, employed by the Idaho National Laboratory, an ESTEC Operating Partner for 2 years, is both the program manager for the Laboratory’s Energy Workforce Initiatives and serves as the Center’s deputy. Richard served for ten years in the United States Navy Nuclear Program in the construction of new nuclear vessels and then taught reactor and steam plant theory and operations at Idaho’s Naval Reactors Facility. Holman holds a bachelors degree and graduate certificate in Applied Nuclear Energy from Idaho State. Richard’s selection as the ESTEC deputy underscores the growth, importance and continued collaboration between Idaho State University and the Idaho National Laboratory.
Lawrence Beaty has been involved in the construction and operation of energy generation facilities. Lawrence has traveled the world working with many large power plant vendors and constructors. He served in the United States Navy Nuclear Program and taught reactor and power plant operations at Idaho’s Naval Reactor Facility. Lawrence is an acclaimed instructor bringing real world power generation experience and an unparalleled depth of power systems knowledge to the classroom.
Stuffle and Trimble bring to the table years of practice in the areas of power generation, engineering, commercial nuclear power consulting, and affiliation with the Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET.
“We are extremely fortunate to have these great people who bring decades of experience in the energy and power generation fields. Their expertise, national contacts and relationships with nuclear, fossil, and renewable power generation vendors and utilities, the Department of Energy as well as ABET accreditation experience will result in programs that serve the energy sector well,” states Scott Rasmussen, ESTEC Executive Director.
Faculty and staff highlights
New department directors and chairs take posts
Ed Guthrie
be connected to our business communities, allowing us to become the trainer of choice.”
Dr. Ed Guthrie accepted the Technical Department chair position effective June 8, 2007. Having been in law enforcement for 2 years with additional teaching experience, Ed brings a wealth of knowledge to his new position. Over the past several years, he has played an important role as the chairman for the ISU Law Enforcement program advisory committee and served as an instructor/lecturer for evening programs through Workforce Training. In addition, he has provided in-service training for local businesses. Ed was the 2007 Community Partner Award recipient, recognizing him for the time and energy he provides in supporting programs at the College of Technology.
Guthrie holds a Doctorate Degree in Educational Leadership and Innovation from Wilmington College, New Castle, Delaware. Ed has held several adjunct instructor positions at the Eastern Shore Criminal Justice Academy, Wor-Wic Community College in Salisbury, Maryland, and at Idaho State University.
About his opportunity to work at ISU, he states, “I have always had a passion for education and knew it was going to be a second career. I am looking forward to serving the faculty and students. It is a good opportunity and it is good to be at Idaho State University.”
Kay
Christensen
Over the past eight years, Kay has diligently worked to develop the paralegal program and continues to help it grow, working with numerous professionals in the community to provide training and resources for students. In addition, she was involved in relocating the Arthur P. Oliver Law Library to the Eli M. Oboler Library on the ISU campus, to better serve law professionals, paralegal students, and the public. She served as chair of the Idaho State University Faculty Senate, as chair of the Idaho Council of Higher Education Faculty, and is a member of the Idaho State Bar. In 2006, Kay received the College of Technology Outstanding Achievement Award.
Prior to working at Idaho State University, Kay practiced law in the private sector for 5 years. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from the University of Utah and continued her education at the University of Idaho, receiving a Juris Doctor.
Joe Fleishman
Joe Fleishman comes to the ISU College of Technology with extensive knowledge in research and data analysis, training, and workforce development. He holds a Bachelors Degree in Community and Business Administration, a Masters Degree in Educational Leadership from Northern Arizona University, and is currently working on his dissertation for a Doctorate in Education.
Chris Brower
Chris Brower joined the staff this past year at the ISU Center for New Directions as the Director. However, Chris is not new to Idaho State University or the Pocatello area. She attended Idaho State University, beginning in 99, as a nontraditional student and in 2000, earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. She continued her education and earned a Master of Public Administration in Political Science from ISU in 2002. Chris served as Administrator for the SOLVE program at the Center for New Directions between 200 and 200 The program provided short term job training for low-income individuals.
About her opportunity to work with the CND, Brower states, “Education has provided great benefits to me as a woman and as a single parent and I promote education for every individual. My passion is to serve the Center’s clients and with the Center counselors and social workers, assist our clients to reach their education and career goals.” She adds, “Education provides an opportunity to get around social inequalities.”
Kay Christensen joined the College of Technology in 999, serving as an instructor and program coordinator for the Paralegal Studies program. This year, she officially assumed the role of department chair and hopes to expand and maintain the high quality programs offered. She states, “Students receive a first-rate education in our programs that prepares them to excel in their chosen careers. Our faculty are experts in their fields who remain current with industry standards and practices and deliver superior instruction, with the most recent technology, for the success of their students.”
Following a move to Kingman, Ariz., Joe accepted a position as the Student Retention Outcomes Coordinator at Mohave Community College. He was instrumental in developing the Institutional Research and Effectiveness office which he managed for four years. As the College continued to expand their services, Joe accepted the position of Dean for Continuing Education and served in this position until coming to Idaho State University.
Fleishman’s motto is “Yes, we can do that.” A strong desire to support the community, both in the public and private sectors, will benefit the college, university and community. “I want the Workforce Training office to have a strong presence nationally, throughout our state, region, and locally” states Fleishman. “This department has talented faculty and we will
Brower will promote the Center’s goals of serving the clients, developing bilingual materials, and increasing public awareness of the Center’s work in the outreach sites in American Falls, Blackfoot, Fort Hall, Malad, Montpelier, Preston, and Soda Springs. The Center serves nontraditional students and students who are single parents. “Education has made a dramatic difference in my life, states Brower, “there is always more to learn. I love the University environment and I am thrilled to be here.”
Glenna Young
Glenna Young has been appointed the Interim Department Chair for Health Occupations. Glenna served as the Program Coordinator of the Heath Information Technology program the past 2 years. Glenna was the 200 Outstanding Achievement Award winner and has been instrumental in the review and development of curriculum and accreditation processes.
Guthrie
Christensen
Fleishman
Brower
Notable Accomplishments
• Bill Gibbs, Program Coordinator of the Computerized Machining Technology program, was instrumental in creating durable cast copies of feet from ancient horses (eohippus and miohippus) for the Museum of Natural History. Taking high resolution scans done by the ISU virtualization lab, Bill setup the coordinates for the replicas to be run on the program’s CNC machines.
• Professor Linda S. Smith, Director of the Associate Degree Registered Nurse program, was approved by the Idaho Board of Nursing and selected by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) to participate on the NCLEX® item development panel of subject matter experts, held in Chicago, Illinois from October 24 – 27, 2007. Linda was one of 6 nurses from across the nation to be selected for this assignment. She was nominated on the basis of clinical specialty and nursing expertise.
• Dianne Norton, Center for New Directions counselor, received the Supervisor of the Year award from Idaho Counseling Association.
• Susan Beck, Massage Therapy Program Coordinator taught a three day Certified Infant Massage Instructors training at the Wellness and Massage institute in Chicago, IL. Susan has been an instructor trainer for International Loving Touch Foundation for nine years.
• Norma Bird, Medical Assisting Program Coordinator, was one of 2 medical assisting program directors invited from across the US to attend and facilitate a symposium session at the McGraw-Hill Medical Assisting Medical Simulation Symposium in Ft. Meyers, FL.
• Child Development Program Coordinator, Betty McQuain, was elected to the Idaho Association for the education of Young children (IAEYC) board of Directors and is serving as a local assessor for the NAEYC Early Childhood Program Accreditation project.
2007 Outstanding Achievment Awards
Diane Allen and Bill Gibbs were the 2007 recipients of the Outstanding Achievement award, given to two faculty members each year. Each of these individuals distinguishes themselves as a professional technical instructor and contributes to the development and positive image of professional technical education, providing assistance to students beyond the classroom. Both Diane and Bill were recognized for their outstanding efforts as instructors, student advocates, professionals, and colleagues.
Allen is a Senior Instructor, teaching Math, in the General Education Department. Comments from Diane’s students express their appreciation, “I really enjoyed Math2 from Diane. It was the first Math class that I had fun in.” Another student stated, “I think Diane’s class leaves students with knowledge that makes you feel like you’ve learned something new that you can actually apply to everyday life.” Diane was also nominated for the 2007 ISU Distinguished Teacher Award.
Gibbs is an Advanced Instructor in the Computerized Machining Technology program. As his nominator stated, “Bill is continuously working to upgrade his program curriculum for top quality educational goals. He holds a high degree of professionalism, always ready to engage and cooperate in resolving issues related to both faculty and students.”
2007 Staff Excellence Award
Pam Edwards and Esther Stapleton were the 2007 recipients of the Staff Excellence Award. This award was developed to recognize classified and nonclassified staff members for their quality of work, proficiency and initiative, skills in dealing with people, dependability and creativity, as well as the ability to relate to others in a manner that reflects well upon the College of Technology.
Edwards is the Assistant Director of Student Services, providing over 8 years of service to the College of Technology. Her nominator stated, “Pam exemplifies the purpose of the award through her demonstrated quality of service and commitment to students and staff over the past 8 years.”
Stapleton is an Administrative Assistant II in the Business and Services department and assists with human resource responsibilities within the College. She has been at ISU for 7 years. As stated by her nominator, “Esther is very professional and efficient. She has a willingness to make things the best they can be. In my opinion this award should not go to someone for doing her job well, but rather to someone who has gone above and beyond what is in her job description to make the College a better place.”
Diane Allen and Bill Gibbs hold their award checks.
Pam Edwards and Esther Stapleton hold their award checks.
Student highlights
Distinguished Student Awards
Two College of Technology students were recognized for their academic excellence and community involvement by being awarded the Distinguished Student Award: Kimberly Wright, a Web Site Design and Management student, received the award spring 2006, and Allie Smith, Business Information student, received the award in August. Each received a $,500 scholarship for their accomplishments.
Wright is from a family of four children, being the second to the oldest. She has a strong work ethic and works continuously to support her own needs. This started at a young age. Growing up, money was tight and after her parents’ divorce, she started babysitting so she could help with clothes and school supply costs. While in college, she worked over seventeen hours at the ISU Foreign Language Lab and spent five hours each night tutoring for the Web Site Design and Management program. After losing her mom to cancer in April 2006, Kimberly gladly accepted a great deal of responsibility for the well being of her family. She serves as a mentor and surrogate mother to her year old sister and 7 year old brother. In addition, she assists her older brother in raising his five year old daughter, while he serves in the Idaho National Guard.
While participating as an active member of Business Professionals of America (BPA), Kimberly maintained a 4.0 GPA in the Web Site Design and Management program. She served as the local historian and chapter vice president. She proctored the 2nd Regional BPA competition, organized, staffed and ran the concession stand for home ISU football games, organized a spring cleanup community service project, donated pennies to “Pennies by the Inch,” participated in the state leadership service project, “Turn Old into Gold,” and much more. In addition, Kimberly was an active member of the ISU Spanish club.
Kimberly finished the program in May 2007 with an Associate of Applied Science and plans to remain in Idaho, using her education to promote industrial and commercial growth. She also plans to return to ISU, after a few years of experience in the Web Site Design field, to receive her Bachelor of Applied Technology. She looks forward to serving on the Web Site Design and Management program’s advisory committee in the future.
Spring semester 2007, Allie Smith transferred to the Business Information program, having already completed 6 general and elective credits at ISU. Since starting college, Allie admits she has had to really work to balance her time; adjusting to a fast-paced class schedule, learning the best way to remember and understand information taught in classes, and developing test-taking strategies.
Smith is a well rounded individual who desires to do her very best. Outside of the classroom, Allie is highly involved in ISU intramurals, playing co-ed flag football, volleyball and basketball. She is involved in her community, participating in several community service projects with her church group. She also coaches a young women’s volleyball and softball team and helps coach the Southeast Idaho Youth Football league for children 2- years of age.
One of her greatest accomplishments includes the development of her own formal wear fashion show for Margene’s. She was responsible for finding all of the models, location, host, music, advertising, everything but the dresses; they were donated by the company.
Smith works part-time to support herself and finance her education. Receiving this award has helped her to continue in the achievement of her educational goals. Allie plans to complete an Associate of Applied Science in Administrative Technology in 2009.
Allie Smith
Kimberly Wright
Student accomplishments
SkillsUSA students excel at state and national competitions
Over 00 College of Technology students participated in SkillsUSA this past year. Members competed in the SkillsUSA State Leadership and Skills Conference in Boise during the month of April and four students represented the College at the National Leadership and Skills Conference in Kansas City, Missouri the end of June.
State SkillsUSA winners from the College of Technology included: Auto Service Technology, Bronze - Ray Ricks; Aviation Maintenance, Gold - Charlie Hoyle, Silver - Morgan Keller, Bronze -Todd Thomas; CNC Machining, Gold - Kelly Brown, Silver - John Heckathron; Auto Collision & Repair, Silver- Christopher Birch, Bronze - HK Gregerson; Cosmetology, Gold - Melissa Landis, Silver - Abby Layton; Culinary Arts, BronzeDirk Hansen; Customer Service, Gold - Abby Layton; Electronics Technology, Gold - Richard Andersen, Silver – Sara Rukavina, Bronze - Bob Krieder; Machining, Silver - Ryder Carson; Commercial Baking, Gold - Hally Brown, SilverShawntel Lee, Bronze -Derek Gregerson; Job Interview, Silver- Brian Bailey.
Top honors were received at Nationals by: Kelly Brown, Gold, Computerized Numeric Control Milling; Charles Hoyle, 4th Place, Aircraft Maintenance; Richard Andersen, Top Ten, Electronics; and Shawntel Lee, Top 20, Commercial Baking.
Delta Epsilon Chi
Six Delta Epsilon Chi (DEC) members from the Marketing and Management Occupations program attended the Idaho State Career Conference in Boise and participated in various competitions, bringing home a total of eleven medals.
The following students earned medals in their competitive events: Business Simulations: Ashlee Warth, st Place, Apparel and Accessories; Cassie Jones, st Place, Financial Services; Irene Nash, st Place, Restaurant and Food Service; Sandra Curzon, st Place, Retail Management; Lauren Tate, st Place, Travel and Tourism.
Case Studies: Irene Nash, st Place, Human Resource Management Decision Making; Ashlee Warth, 2nd Place, Mar-
keting Management; Sandra Curzon, st Place, Sales Manager Meeting; Heather Johnson & Lauren Tate (team), 2nd Place, Sports and Entertainment Marketing. Prepared Business Presentations: Heather Johnson, 2nd Place, Sales Representative.
At the Delta Epsilon Chi International Career Development Conference, April 9-25, 2007, Sandra Curzon was a “Top Ten” finalist in the Sales Manager Meeting Event. Ashlee Warth received a “Certificate of Excellence” in Apparel and Accessories and Heather Johnson and Lauren Tate received “Certificates of Excellence” in the team event of Sports and Entertainment.
Student writings published
A partnership with the Idaho State Journal has opened the doors for Associate Degree Registered Nursing students. Each semester, students prepare health related articles focusing on topics such as “Healthcare Screening for Children,” “Exercising Your Way to a Healthy Heart,” “Why Write a Will,” etc. The articles each appear in the Sunday Healthy Living section of the newspaper.
College of Technology SkillsUSA members and advisers at State Leadership and Skills Conference in Boise, April 2007.
Business Professionals of America members win awards
Business Professionals of America is a student vocational organization dedicated to promoting business-related careers for students and providing guidance in community service, leadership, and professionalism.
In March 2007, students attended an Idaho State Leadership Competition Conference in Boise to represent the College of Technology. The following students qualified to attend the Business Professional of America national convention in May 2007 in New York City.
Outreach
Idaho State Competition winners were: Web Site Design Team, Kimberly Wright and Kamille Parsons, st Place; Fundamentals of XHTML, Kimberly Wright, 2nd Place; Desktop Publishing, Kimberly Wright, rd Place; Medical Transcription, Kamille Parsons, st Place; Fundamental Word Processing, Ashley Call, 4th Place; Basic Office Systems and Procedures, Ashley Call, 4th Place; Statesman Torch Award, Kimberly Wright.
National Competition winners were;
Establishment of real-time GPS network for the state of Idaho lead by ISU
The Geomatics Technology Program and GIS Training and Research Center teamed together in leading a cooperative effort throughout the state of Idaho to establish the GPS (Global Positioning System) Real Time Network (RTN) for the entire state. Upon completion of the RTN, surveyors, University scientific researchers, engineers, farmers, contractors, fire-rescue personnel, governmental agencies, and the citizens (currently, a large segment of the GPS user base) will reap the benefits of locating any point on the ground within the state boundary instantaneously with improved precision within an accuracy of a centimeter level.
A grass roots statewide cooperative organization has been established and named Idaho Spatial Reference Center (IDSRC). The university team has organized several meetings for the statewide members via the university audio video classrooms, allowing members to attend meetings in their hometown at ISU centers in Boise, Twin Falls, Coeur d’Alene, Idaho Falls, and Pocatello.
The first task for the organization is to establish RTN plans for the four Idaho regions (Eastern, Central, Western, and Northern). The Eastern region was tasked for densifying the existing Continuously Operating Reference Station (CORS) locations to allow this region to start a pilot RTN operation. The densification phase required
Web Site Design, Kimberly Wright and Kamille Parsons, 2nd Place; Fundamentals of HTML, Kimberly Wright, rd Place.
In addition, Kamille Parsons served as the national treasurer in 2007. Also, Karla Stroud and Anza Ketterman received Honor Advisor Awards at a reception to recognize their service and dedication to the state and national organizations for the past 5 years.
the establishment of a CORS in Blackfoot. ISU Geomatics Technology took the lead to raise funds for the purchase and installation of the equipment on the roof of the Snake River High School in Blackfoot. The total contributions reached $20,000 with funding coming from various ISU colleges/departments, ISU GIS Center, Idaho Transportation Department (Pocatello District), Bingham County, Idaho Society of Professional Land Surveyors, and local Engineering and Surveying companies. The University’s Geomatics Technology program will also upgrade their in-house GPS receiver, and the GIS Center is planning to house the RTN server and provide quality control and integrity monitoring of transmitted GPS CORS data. The Blackfoot CORS is scheduled for operation before the end of the year. Consequently, preparation is underway to start a pilot RTN for the eastern region of Idaho and will be expanded to include the entire state.
This project further emphasizes the collaborative partnerships between ISU, local and state government, and the business community.
Chrome in the Dome
The combined efforts of the Marketing and Management Occupations, Auto Collision Repair and Refinishing, and Automotive Technology clubs paid off when approximately 6,500 people attended the first annual Chrome in the Dome Car & Bike Show at the ISU Holt
Arena this past March. The floor was packed with over 5 vintage, classic, and custom vehicles spanning the years 92-2006.
The support for the show from car and motorcycle owners, Idaho State University, the ISU Student Activities Board, the Greater Pocatello Chamber of Commerce, and College of Technology was overwhelming. Business support from the community included Phil Meador Toyota, CARQUEST, Les Schwab, Paint & Spray Supply, American National Insurance, and a host of media outlets including KPVI which provided six classic vehicles.
The concept of a car/bike show started out as a small fund-raising idea for the program’s DEC and SkillsUSA clubs. However, it has now become an annual community event. The 2008
show is scheduled for April 8 and 9. It has already gained traction with vehicle registrations, business sponsorships, and hearty support from the ISU Student Activities Board. Visit www.chromeinthedome.com for updated information and photos from the 2007 show.
FIRST Lego® League comes to ISU
The ESTEC program at Idaho State University’s College of Technology elected to participate in hosting the very first sanctioned regional qualifying competition for First Lego League in Southeast Idaho. This competition was held on December , 2007 at Idaho State University’s Reed Gymnasium.
Approximately 40 teams of 6-8 students per team, along with coaches, parents, media and volunteers attended the competition, supported by ISU’s Colleges of Engineering, Technology, Arts and Sciences, and Partners for Prosperity. This year’s challenge was “The Power Puzzle: Energy Resources - Meeting the Global Demand.” Teams solved missions concerning energy production and consumption. The missions explored how energy choices affect the planet and our quality of life today, tomorrow, and for future generations.
The mission of First Lego League is to introduce children around the world to the fun and experience of solving realworld problems by applying math, science, and technology. First Lego League (FLL) is a result of an exciting alliance between FIRST and the LEGO Company. Guided by adult mentors and their own imaginations, FLL students, ages 9 to 5, solve real-world engineering challenges, develop important life skills, and learn to make positive contributions to society.
FIRST competitors strategize at the December event in ISU’s Reed Gym. (ISU Photo Services)
Outreach
Reaching out to the digital native Implementing programs to
meet the needs of technology-savvy students
If one were to take a snapshot of incoming classes at the College of Technology, a common label that could be applied to many of these students would be digital native. Digital natives are individuals who have grown up in an age where digital technologies are the standard. These students are accustomed to receiving information in multiple forms and manipulating that information using various technologies. (Digital Tools for digital students: The Disconnect. Apple Education. October 2, 2007.) Based on these tendencies, teaching and training programs must adapt to better integrate these students and prepare them for opportunities awaiting them in the professional-technical workplace.
At the same time, the College is working to better assist in what is termed digital immigration, where individuals who have had limited exposure and access to technology are assimilated into today’s digital culture. These students need to receive additional training to allow them to effectively compete with their peers who have a head start on using technology in the workplace. In these cases, the focus is on developing technology literacy. Technology literacy, according to the Washington State Department of Education, is defined as “the ability to responsibly, creatively, and effectively use appropriate technology.” (Washington State Educational Technology Plan. Washington State Department of Education. October 2 2007.) In many cases, technology extends beyond vocation-specific applications to cover general uses of technology, including basic computing.
In an effort to bolster faculty technology literacy, College of Technology faculty member Clayn Lambert is providing onsite training and assistance to faculty as they work to integrate high tech instructional technologies into their classrooms, workshops, and laboratories. In these training sessions, faculty gain familiarity with a wide variety of basic, intermediate, and advanced skill sets related to technology literacy. As faculty develop greater literacy in this
area, they are able to expand their critical and creative approaches to education to better meet the needs of students and industry alike.
Plans for the future include assessing faculty and student literacy related to these technologies and providing additional training and support for students as they begin their studies at the Col-
lege of Technology. The strategic vision will be to prepare a workforce for the technical rigors and requirements of the workplace and the challenges that will arise as new technologies revolutionize the way that work is performed and new industries are created. For more information, please contact Clayn Lambert at (208) 282-200 or lambclay@isu.edu.
Expansion of Workforce Training offerings
WORKFORCE TRAINING continues to provide a wide variety of courses designed to meet current educational, business and industry needs.
• A new partnership with InfoSource and Video Trainer is collectively adding 600 new web-based courses to programming capabilities. Video Trainer programs prepare students to obtain Microsoft certification in a wide variety of Microsoft applications. These video embedded courses are perfect for the busy professional who likes the feel of a classroom yet needs the convenience of any time-any where- course delivery. Video trainer students work at their own pace and are provided with high quality, instructor-lead courses in the comfort and convenience of their home or office. InfoSource Learning’s “How To Master” online training libraries cover areas such as Microsoft Suite; including Excel, Word, Powerpoint, and Access, as well as programs such as QuickBooks. The courseware features a content-rich environment of interactive, self-paced learning and testing, built on the premise that people “learn-by-doing.” By training in simulated software environments, learners gain experience, retain information, and increase productivity. Learners will now be able to take their education one step further with courses that fit in line with their busy schedules.
• As the economy continues to expand in Idaho, the demand for Construction and Building Inspectors is on the rise. A large number of inspectors are expected to retire creating additional job openings. As a result of this demand, Workforce Training is offering ICC Certi-
fied Building Inspector Preparation. The program prepares participants to take the ICC exam for the purpose of obtaining an ICC building Inspector I Certificate.
• Eighteen POST certified training sessions will be offered as a result of WORKFORCE TRAINING’s partnership with the Idaho Peace Officers Standards Training office. Sessions range from four
to eight hours in length, are scheduled for Fridays and Saturdays and will be held in the Law Enforcement building. Classes such as crowd control, special munitions, crash scene investigation, Tazer, CPR/First Aid, transport training, and more.
• A training needs assessment questionnaire was administered to all Greater Pocatello Chamber of Commerce members by WORKFORCE TRAINING in November 2007, to identify high priority training topics those members would like to see made available. As a result, a series of regularly scheduled two hour training workshops will be offered throughout the year. Training topics focus on building positive customer relations, effective communication and listening skills, conflict resolution, creating customer friendly relations, communication skills for managers, effective leadership skills, effective decision making, going from good to great, establishing goals and priorities, and effective listening.
Where we’re heading
College of Technology programs are headed in the right direction
• The Automotive Technology program has acquired a 2005 Toyota Prius Hybrid. The car will be used for recruitment activities and training in the program. Students will receive current training on hybrid technology. In addition, the program received a new alignment machine and rack this fall.
• A new Dimension BST 768 3-D Rapid Prototype machine, the first at Idaho State University, is helping College of Technology students to take designs drawn in several software packages and make them into three dimensional plastic prototypes. Students in the computer aided design drafting and computerized machining technology programs
are benefiting from this new piece of equipment. The 3-D Rapid Prototyper will allow ISU Colleges and departments, local high schools, as well as, business and industry to develop new collaboration opportunities.
• The Diesel/Diesel Electric Technology program was recently awarded accreditation by the AED foundation, an affiliate of Associated Equipment distributors (AED), based in Oak Brook, IL. AED is an international trade association of the construction equipment industry, representing over 1,000 companies that sell, rent, service, manufacture and support equipment used in construction and construction-related industries. The program is one of 19 programs in the United States with AED accreditation.
• Massage Therapy expanded degree offerings to include an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree. This AAS will articulate into a Bachelor of Applied Technology and/or Bachelor of Science in Health Science. Students gain classroom, laboratory, and practicum instruction preparing them to sit for the National Certification for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) exam. To aid in training, students provide light energy to deep tissue massages at the Hanger Massage Clinic. Clinic hours this fall were 6:15 p.m. and 7:15 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. And at 4:15 p.m. and 5:15 p.m., Fridays.
• The existing Instrumentation and Automation Technology program has changed its name to Instrumentation and Automation Engineering Technology.
• The Bachelor of Applied Technology has changed to the Bachelor of Applied Science for AAS degrees in most areas. Some degrees such as Child Development and Medical Assisting will remain the Bachelor of Applied Technology.
• Due to the strong demand for surveyors in the Treasure Valley, beginning this fall semester, the Geomatics Technology program began offering programming in Boise. Two new adjunct faculty were hired: Darren Leavitt, a professional land surveyor and Ronald Alexander, a land Surveyor-inTraining, to teach surveying courses and drafting courses, respectively
• To provide flexibility for students, online courses are offered in Anatomy and Physiology, Medical Terminology, Intro to Health Professions, Intro to Computers, Math 123, and English 101. The Associate Degree Registered Nurse and the Health Information Technology AAS can both be completed fully online.
• The Business Information program has added a voice recognition course to the curriculum and program offerings have been updated. The options in Business Information now include: Administrative Technology, Business Information Technology and Accounting Technology.
Dimension
Gifts build the future for the College and students
Our many benefactors who support this fine institution help open the door to success for many deserving students attending Idaho State University. Their thoughtfulness is demonstrated in the caliber of students graduating from ISU.
William James said “The best use of life is to invest it in something which will outlast life.” This is the best way to describe endowments at the College of Technology. Our endowments enrich the lives of our students in many ways; either by a scholarship or by assisting the program’s equipment needs.
We would like to recognize endowments that are specific to the College of Technology and with a heartfelt “Thank You” to those who made each endowment possible!
College of Technology endowments and scholarships
Arch T. Roberson Jr. Memorial Scholarship
Ashlee June Shaver Memorial Scholarship
Carl Durfee Memorial Scholarship
Chris “Kit” Ore Memorial Scholarship
Dale Carter Memorial Scholarship
Darrin M. Wells Memorial Scholarship
Dennis Vittetoe Electronics Scholarship
Douglas R. Pitman Scholarship
Elsie Marsh LPN Scholarship
Ewer Marketing Scholarship
Frank McKinnon Memorial Scholarship
Galyn and Ester Stone Flying Scholarship
Jack H. Romish Memorial Fund
James J. Camara Memorial Scholarship
Jim and Jeri Spinner Office Tech Scholarship
John L. Bobell Jr. Memorial Scholarship
Leanoir Brydon Memorial Scholarship
M.E. “Pete” Rountree Scholarship
Martin Naylor Memorial Scholarship
Mary J. Michael Memorial Scholarship
Mary Kilbourne Flying Scholarship
Mary Louise Todd Memorial Scholarship
Mike Gilmore Memorial Scholarship
Paul Todd Memorial Scholarship
R.J. Moss Memorial Scholarship
Ralph Marsh Law Enforcement Scholarship
Robert and Irene Kimber Cosmetology Scholarship
Veteran Motor Car Club Scholarship
Welding Scholarship
Women in Wireless Scholarship
Endowments created in 2007
GED Endowment
Maher and Louise Wissa Scholarship
Harry and Dorothy Bettencourt Memorial
Mary Olah Rucker Memorial
Jerry L. Rowland Memorial Scholarship
Richard N. Watson Memorial
Kendra Harris Cosmetology Memorial
Diesel/Diesel Electric Program receives scholarship donation
With a national shortage of diesel/diesel electric technicians on the horizon, opportunities in the field are numerous. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, by 202, the automotive and heavy truck repair sector is expected to face a shortage of 07,000 personnel. This is largely because the hiring of young people into this field is lagging far behind the large numbers of mechanics that are retiring or will begin retiring over the next decade. Between 2004 and 204, a 7 percent growth in the Heavy Equipment Industry is expected (BLS. gov).
To assist in training future graduates of the Diesel/Diesel Electric program, Western States Equipment and the Caterpillar Foundation donated $0,000 for Caterpillar Dealer Excellence Award scholarships. “This will help us support new students coming into the program and those already enrolled,” stated Ivan Bullock, program coordinator.
Eight scholarships, averaging $,000 each, were awarded this past year to
new students in the Diesel/Diesel Electric Technology program. The program plans to award ten scholarships again this year for students beginning the program in fall 2008. Students must be high school
graduates and complete a scholarship application including a written statement and letter of recommendation. Related experience is preferred but not required.
Cody Glazier, Tad Sparks and Ted Rosa of Western States CAT present scholarship donation to Diesel Technology faculty.
How can I support the College of Technology?
More and more, the College must rely on our alumni and friends for support. Whether it is a gift to a particular program or funding for scholarships, private
Methods of supporting the College of Technology include:
• Gifts of cash
• Stock transfers
• Bequests
• Donated Equipment
• Charitable remainder trusts
• Life insurance policies
• Corporate matching gifts
2007 Professional Achievement Award
The Professional Achievement Award recognizes alumni who distinguish themselves by demonstrating values and traditions. Thomas Harris graduated in 97 from the Diesel Mechanics program. He accepted a position with Western States as a mechanic helper following graduation and has climbed through the ranks at Western States to his current position as President, employing approximately 600 people. Western States continuously supports the Diesel/ Diesel Electric program through equipment donations for training purposes and with scholarship dollars to assist students in receiving their education.
donations continue to play a large role in the success of the College and the students. Excellent instruction coupled with hands-on learning have kept our graduates in high demand in today’s workforce, and through your continued kindness and generosity, many doors of opportunity await the students.
To become partners in education or to inquire about establishing scholarships or endowments, please contact: Lisa Burtenshaw, Director of Development, College of Technology, Idaho State University, 92 S. 8th Ave., Stop 880, Pocatello, Idaho 8209; (208) 282-5845; or burtlisa@isu.edu.
Lisa Burtenshaw back at the College
Lisa Burtenshaw has returned to the ISU College of Technology team as Director of Development. Lisa is an ISU alum, receiving a Bachelor’s in Political Science in 992 and Masters in Public Administration in 996.
Burtenshaw worked for the City of Pocatello following graduation, until joining the team at Southeast Idaho Council of Governments, (SICOG). Bannock Planning Organization (BPO) soon offered her the opportunity to do transportation planning for the Pocatello, Chubbuck and northern Bannock County area. During her brief hiatus from the College of Technology she worked for First American Title Company in marketing. She is excited to be back at the College of Technology and looks forward to working with alumni, friends and business/industry representatives.
Gifts-in-Kind
The College of Technology each year receives many donations from businesses and individuals in the form of non-cash gifts. Non-cash gifts or also known as “gifts-in-kind” are an important aspect of supporting the College of Technology and all of the programs offered at the university. Many of the gifts received, benefit the programs and students by allowing faculty to teach with the most current technology which in turn assists students as they prepare to enter the workforce.
A few of the gifts received in 2007 by alumni and friends of the college were: trucks and cars, tires and wheels, UPS System and a wireless noise tester, color copiers, robots and single action automation assemblies, and decorative stone to name a few.
Burtenshaw
Harris at 2007 Commencement.
Endowment wall at College of Technology
Thank you!
On behalf of the Idaho State University College of Technology, thank you for your investment in education and this university which will pay rich dividends to you and to those who benefit from your kindness. Thank you for caring.
Donations by individuals over $200.00
December 1, 2006 to November 30, 2007
Robert and Debbie Ball
Victor and Marcia Bielby
Barry Brinker
Robert Brown
Steven and Peggy Burnett
Scott and Marie Campbell
Robert Causton
Bruce Clark
Brian and Debra Crawford
Laurel and Brent Dalling
Marilyn Davis
Patricia Dean
Mark and Pamela Edwards
William and Kathleen Egan
John and Lola Evans
Alan and Karen Gaddis
Linda Gibson
Michael and Josephine Gilmore
Edward and Connie Guthrie
Robert Rush and Evelee Hill
Lavona Hutchins
Sarah Jackson
David and Stacey Jeppesen
Thomas and Bessie Katsilometes
Alan and Debbie Krick
Kenneth and Wanda Light
James Martin
Jay and Jeanna Miller
Melisa Moon
Charles and Martha Moss
Barry and Peggy Orgill
R. Scott Rasmussen
Teena and Stephen Rhoads
Ernestine Roberson
Jack Rucker
Max and Ruth Ruska
James and E. Sue Sanborn
Nathan and Michelle Schroeder
William and Karen Scott
John and Kathleen Sheehy
James and Jeri Spinner
Deborah Thompson
Joseph and Lois Thompson
William and Angela Treasure
Dennis and Brenda Vittetoe
Ivadeen Watson
Janet Williams
Lynden and Vicki Williams
Vincent and Fay Williams
John Winger
Maher and Louise Wissa
Richard Yardley
Donations by organizations over $250.00
December 1, 2006 to November 30, 2007
American Falls Festival of Trees
Arnold Haack Scholarship
Bingham County
Bismarck Turner Scholarship
Blaine County 4H Leader Council
Blaine-Camas Bi-County Farm Bureau, Inc.
Boeing Corporation
Building Contractors AssociationSoutheast Idaho
Caribou Memorial Hospital Foundation, Inc
DeVlieg Foundation
Dioptra Geomatics
Eastern Section - ISPLS
Electrical Generating Systems Association
Excelsior College
Guy Nielson Co.
Harper-Leavitt Engineering, Inc.
Hobson Alumni and Community Scholarship Fund
Idaho Department of Transportation
Idaho Mountain Express
Idaho Power Company
Idaho Space Grant/NASA Scholarship
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church
Independent Order of Foresters
Idaho National Laboratory
Intermountain Power Source
ISU Women’s Club
J. Stanley or N.L. Williams
Jeld-Wen, Inc.
Kiwanis Club of Burley
Kruse Insurance Company
Larry H. Miller Education Foundation
Mountain River Inc
National Foundation for Ectodermal Dysplasias
Neville Farms, Inc.
Nucor - Bar Mill - Plymouth
Nucor Foundation
Partners for Prosperity
Rocky Mountain Engineering, L.L.C.
Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center
St. Nicholas for Andrew Moller Invitational Tournament
Tektronix Foundation Matching Gifts Program
Tri-State Motor Transit
United States Bowling Congress
Wal-Mart #1995
Wilder Rod and Gun Club Scholarship Foundation, Inc.
Williams Northwest Pipeline
Wood River Building Contractors Association
Wood River Valley Chapter Dollars for Scholars
Gift-in-kind donations
December 1, 2006 to November 30, 2007
American Heritage, Inc.
Applied Materials
Automotive Supply
Clearwater Technologies
Cole Chevrolet
Dr. Sondra Dunkle
Estate of Jay Morris
H.J. Heinz Frozen Food Co.
Holiday Inn of Pocatello
Intermountain Gas
Industries Foundation, Inc.
J. K. Merrill & Sons, Inc.
Les Schwab Tire Center
Mr. Harrison R. Gerstlauer
Mr. Reynold B. Morgan
Mr. Troy Johns
Mr. V. Thomas Rose
Ms. Shawrianna Wolfley
Ms. Susan Dewey
Portneuf Electric, LLC
Every effort has been made to ensure that the donor list is complete and correct. We apologize in advance for any errors and would appreciate you bringing them to our attention by contacting us at (208) 282-5845 or 921 S. 8th Ave., Stop 8380, Pocatello, Idaho 83209.
Mark your calendar …
… and join us for the 7th Annual Tech Expo and Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours, April 3, 2008 at the ISU Holt Arena. Hours for the Expo are 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. for visiting schools. Community, business, industry, alumni and friends of the College of Technology are invited to attend After Hours and the Expo from 5 to 7 p.m.
Keep us informed about the many adventures or experiences you’ve had since graduating from the College of Technology.
We invite you to share your news about career advancement or change, professional accomplishments, or activities that you may be involved in. Graduate testimonials are often used in public relations and marketing materials. If you have any news items you would like to share, please submit this information to Angela Askey, Community Relations Specialist (askeange@isu.edu)
College of Technology
Idaho State University
92 S. 8th Ave., Stop 880
Pocatello, Idaho 8209-880
Photo taken by Ed Guthrie, Table Rock Mountain.