Welcome to the first edition of “The Blueprint.”
We’re glad you’re here! If you are new, allow us to introduce ourselves. We are Boise State Student Media, a student-run organization consisting of three groups: The Arbiter, University Pulse Radio, and The Creative Hive Group.
If you’ve been with us since last year, you might recognize that our magazine has a new look and a new name. After careful consideration, we elected to move forward with a refreshed vision of the Student Media magazine to further establish our editorial autonomy on campus. Hence, “The Blueprint” was born.
Although our magazine may have a new face, our goals remain the same. A blueprint can be defined as a guide for making something. In many ways, the students at Boise State acted as our blueprint when constructing this magazine. Students are the driving force behind everything we do at Student Media, and we remain firmly committed to representing every aspect of their experience through the articles we write, the photos we take, and the shows we produce. Also, “The Blueprint” is a pretty sick pun.
We also feel that now, more than ever, feels like the perfect time to start anew. This year has brought back some semblance of “traditional” college life after 2.5 years of COVID-19 limbo. Though the battle may not be over just yet, we’re glad to see the vibrancy of student life make its return to campus, and we hope you find this magazine captures all of the stand-out events from this momentous year.
We hope you enjoy the inaugural edition of “The Blueprint,” and our second attempt at creating a magazine. Thank you for being our inspiration.
CHARTWELLS COMES TO CAMPUS — JULY 1
CREEK BEND APARTMENT FIRE — SEPT 7
BSU FIRES OFFENSIVE COORDIN ATOR AFTER LOSS TO UTEP — SEPT 24
HANK BACHMEIER LEAVES BOISE STATE — SEPT 26
GHOULS, GROOVES, COSTUMES, AND TUNES — OCT 14
BYU BEATS BSU IN FINAL RIVALRY GAME — NOV 5
BRONCO NIGHT — AUG. 19
BOISE PRIDE FESTIVAL — SEPT 8-10
FLIPSIDE FEST — SEPT 25
HOMECOMING PARADE — OCT 7
ASBSU PASSES CONSTITUTION (PT. 1) — OCT 27
IRANIAN STUDENT ASSOCIATION PROTEST AT THE B — NOV 6
IDAHO MIDTERM ELECTIONS — NOV 8
BOISE STATE TREE LIGHTING — DEC 1
TIK TOK BANNED ON CAMPUS — DEC 7
ASBSU PASSES CONSTITUTION (PT. 2)— FEB 10
CANDLELIT VIGIL FOR U OF I STUDENTS — NOV 17
BOISE STATE LOSES MWC TO FRESNO STATE — DEC 3
MLK DAY OF GREATNESS MARCH AND RALLY — JAN 16
PROTEST AGAINST H.B. 71 AT BOISE CITY HALL — MAR 4
TREEFORT MUSIC FESTIVAL — MAR 22-26
“Through playing an active role in the Boise music community for the past three years, and recognizing the different layers that compose this diverse community, Derek [the store’s owner] has been able to curate a space where everyone involved in the scene–new or old–can explore different genres and share their experiences with music. Derek elaborates on what he loves about his store by saying, ‘It’s exciting when you have the things people want and that they’re excited about. That’s probably the coolest thing.’”
“The options for buying music at the Record Exchange almost appear endless. There are rows and rows full of records, walls full of shelfs full of records, and bins all around full of records. Essentially, every genre and decade of music is accounted for in their collection, allowing all shoppers to have the opportunity to walk away pleased with what they have found.The Record Exchange wants to ensure that this is a place where everyone belongs, and everyone can find something that brings them a little bit of joy.”
“Jesse, the store’s owner, has established a focus on highlighting local bands and making it a point to promote them when possible. Whether that be through selling their music, hanging up show posters, or by hyping them up through word of mouth, his goal is to advocate for all of the talent that Boise has to offer. The future looks bright for Boise’s music scene, and Jesse is here for it.”
“Despite being self-proclaimed as ‘the messiest record store in Boise,’ the space had an intuitive and inviting feel, which went on to create an engaging shopping experience.Through genres I have never heard of, original pressings of records, new (used) arrivals, and one of the most impressive budget sections I have ever seen, the options for buying music did not disappoint as well.”
BY JULIA DUBOIS
For the very first time, and for three action packed days, Boise’s very own live music curation company–Duck Club–presented Flipside Fest. Self-described as, “a neighborhood music + mural festival in Garden City,” Flipside Fest went beyond the norms and expectations you might expect from a typical music festival. Instead of overpriced tickets, tacky outfits, and staggering crowds, Flipside Fest offered an accessible and community-centered event for musicians, artists, and creatives alike. And, by having the opportunity to move beyond Boise and into Garden City, the festival was able to expand Idaho’s sense of community, and ap-
preciation for artistic public engagement. One of Garden City’s districts, the Surel Mitchell Live-Work-Create District, is where Flipside Fest took place. This district is focused on creating an atmosphere that supports creative expression in the major aspects of life, such as where people live and where people work. These values of the district are ingrained into the surrounding neighborhoods, and embedded into the mindsets of those who live in them. Flipside Fest was no stranger to these values; it upheld them, and promoted them at every chance it had. The first value of this district, as it says in the name, is “live.” The festival supported this value in a variety of different ways. When walking to and from each venue, people would walk past houses and apartments, gaining a wider perspective of what it means to live in Garden City. Being at a concert
The Roundup was the first version of Boise Junior College’s student newspaper, which was founded one year after Boise Junior College first opened its doors in 1932. The title “The Roundup” was selected after an open contest was held among the student body to name the paper.
“The staff hopes to make the paper live up to its name in regard to ‘rounding up’ all the available news and publishing it for the benefit of the school at large,” the 1933 editorial staff wrote.
In 1965, Boise Junior College became Boise College after it earned four-year status and could begin granting baccalaureate degrees. The student newspaper followed suit with the name change, rebranding as The Boise College Roundup.
Three years later, the student newspaper formally retired the name The Roundup, and on May 1, 1968, The Arbiter was born. The newspaper had officially gained its financial independence, and the organization looked for a fresh start as Boise College transitioned to Boise State College and, eventually, Boise State University.
“An arbiter is a person who goes into a situation as a witness or judge for the sole purpose of arbitrating the matter,” The Arbiter editorial team wrote on Sept. 6, 1968, regarding the name change. “The Arbiter stands between factions on campus or comments on actions taken when opposition is needed. Yet the paper does not create controversy… but tries to represent the student who is not heard.”
“OPINION: Everyone should learn a new language” by Kiyah Henson
The process of actively learning a new language offers a number of health benefits and creates more opportunities in areas like careers and social relationships.
“TIMELY: Boise State fraternity suspended for hazing” by Brydon Black
The Boise State fraternity Alpha Kappa Lambda (AKL) has been suspended by the university over “a culmination of fraternity infractions related to alcohol and hazing,” according to Director of Boise State Media Relations Mike Sharp.
“Hank Bachmeier’s unlucky time at Boise State” by Adam Bridges
Multiple media outlets confirmed that senior quarterback Hank Bachmeier informed the Boise State football team about his intent to enter the transfer portal on Sept. 26.
“Review: How does the newly released film ‘Where the Crawdads Sing’ compare to the bestselling novel?” by Hanalei Potempa
Book lovers understand the apprehensive excitement of a bestselling novel getting a film adaptation. As an avid reader and a big “Where the Crawdads Sing” novel fan, let’s just say I had high expectations for this film.
After 13 years, The Arbiter was rebranded to the University News. On Jan. 21, 1981, Editor-in-Chief Don Barclay wrote, “This has always seemed a rather pretentious word to attach to the name of a college newspaper, or any newspaper: newspapers should report, not judge.”
Barclay explained that the newspaper did have one “sinister motivation” for the name change: to appeal to advertisers and boost ad revenue. However, the University News, embroiled in controversy and scandal during its tenure, would die “an embarrassing and public death” a decade later after amassing $50,000 in debt, as reported by 1981 Editor-in-Chief Theresa Just and Managing Editor Katy Kreller.
After a decades-long, back-andforth battle over the naming of the student newspaper, The Arbiter rose victorious in 1991. The new editorial staff looked for a fresh start after the controversies surrounding the University News.
“You’re probably wondering why we changed our name. Believe it or not, the name change wasn’t a last ditch effort to escape from anxious bill collectors,” Just and Kreller wrote in Volume 1, Issue 1 of the reprised Arbiter. “We decided to adopt the name The Arbiter after Boise State’s student newspaper of the 1960s. Without a doubt the Sixties was a time characterized by awareness, activism and change. We expect The Arbiter to be consistent with this tradition. Hopefully the name change will be representative of our desire to wipe the former slate clean and start afresh with a quality student newspaper.”
The Arbiter name still stands strong 32 years later, and the student newspaper will celebrate its 90th birthday in October 2023.
DRIVE, INSPIRATION,REST
ARIES: MAR 21 - APR 19
ANIMAL: FALCON - DYNAMIC
ANGEL NUMBER: 888
“Face your inner fears”
SAGITTARIUS: NOV 22 - DEC 21
ANIMAL: LADYBUG - HEALING
ANGEL NUMBER: 123
“Prioritize your peace”
LEO: JULY 23 - AUG 22
ANIMAL: OTTER - PLAYFUL
ANGEL NUMBER: 828
“Find your whole self”
PISCES: FEB 19 - MAR 20
ANIMAL: RABBIT - PEACEFUL
ANGEL NUMBER: 333
“Seek your truth”
SCORPIO: OCT 23 - NOV 21
ANIMAL: TIGER - CONFIDENT
ANGEL NUMBER: 222
“Deepen your relationships”
CANCER: JUNE 21 - JULY 22
ANIMAL: DRAGONFLY - FRESH
ANGEL NUMBER: 555
“Clear past baggage”
LIBRA: SEPT 23 - OCT 22
ANIMAL: BUTTERFLY - HOPEFUL
ANGEL NUMBER: 101
“Trust your intuition”
GEMINI: MAY 21 - JUNE 20
ANIMAL: BEE - DILIGENT
ANGEL NUMBER: 323
“Blaze new trails”
AQUARIUS: JAN 22 - FEB 18
ANIMAL: OWL - INTUITIVE
ANGEL NUMBER: 214
“Step into new changes”
BALANCE, SUPP O RT, FORESIGHT
VIRGO: AUG 23 - SEPT 22
ANIMAL: RAVEN - ADAPTABLE
ANGEL NUMBER: 999
“Redefine your needs”
CAPRICORN: DEC 22 - JAN 19
ANIMAL: SWALLOW - HONEST
ANGEL NUMBER: 303
“Lean into yourself”
TAURUS: APR 20 - MAY 20
ANIMAL: HUMMINGBIRDRESTORATIVE
ANGEL NUMBER: 111
“Harness your confidence”
RECEPTIVE, TRUTH, BRIGHT
“CHANGEISANOPTION
“THISISJUSTA WAVE, I AMTHEOCEAN .
Everyone loves Steely Dan. You don’t? Too bad. soul monkey is all about notso-dad rock and quite-so-dad talk. In between Steely Dan and extremely vague though intensely specific weekly musical themes, lighthearted yet serious discussion about life and human nature run amok.
Letters From Your Valentine is a show from the heart. It’s an exploration of self and the ways in which we communicate with each other to show our affection. Each week I’ll be writing you a “letter” to share my favorite songs and explore different themes as they appear throughout my life. I hope to see you soon, friend. Love always, Elle.
One whole hour filled with everything from fun alternative rock music to all the newest hits coming out! Not to mention songs and artists of the week highlighting some of our local bands here in Boise. With special guests in to talk about the importance of not only music in general but live music. Hear all of the updates on concerts in Boise and all of the fun stories that the people of Boise have to offer about the live music scene.
