Ways to Give
Your gift to the Idaho State University College of Education will not only support a college student, but all the students impacted by the new educator your gift created. Your support helps create strong, compassionate, and knowledgeable future educators, leaders, and change makers. These scholarships exist thanks to contributors like you, and we want to give you a glimpse of the impact your gifts make in the lives of our students.
Dear Alumni and Friends,
As a single parent pursuing a degree in secondary education, I am deeply honored to be a recipient of the 2024-2025 Anika Marie Hoybjerg Scholarship, the Paula Rankin Memorial Scholarship, and the Richard L & Donna J Sagness Scholarship for Excellence in Teaching.
Your scholarships have not only provided me with financial relief but have also encouraged and motivated me to strive for excellence in my academic pursuits. I am immensely grateful for your belief in me and your investment in my education. Your support empowers me to make a profound difference in the lives of my future students, equipping them with the knowledge and skills they need to make informed financial choices and build a secure future.
Currently, I am pursuing a bachelor’s degree in secondary education with a concentration in social studies, aiming to teach American Government and Economics. I am on track to graduate early in May 2025 with honors. Post-graduation, I plan to teach in the Pocatello area while simultaneously pursuing a master’s degree at Idaho State University.
My passion for teaching American Government and Economics stems from a deep belief that these subjects are foundational to students' futures. Understanding the workings of our government and the principles of economics equips students with the knowledge to become informed and engaged citizens. In an ever-changing world, it is crucial for young people to grasp the significance of civic responsibility and economic literacy. By teaching these subjects, I aim to empower my students to make informed decisions, participate actively in our democracy, and navigate the complexities of the modern economy. Preparing students in these areas is not just about imparting knowledge, it's about shaping future leaders who will contribute positively to society and their communities.
Words cannot adequately express the gratitude I feel for your generous support. Your investment in my education is an investment in my future, as well as the futures of countless others whose lives I hope to touch through my work as an educator. Your generosity has empowered me to dream bigger and reach higher, and for that, I will be forever grateful.
With sincere appreciation,
Shelly Nugent
Secondary Education Student, May 2025
Supporting Our Students and Programs
Gifts to the College of Education can be made in a number of ways. Please contact Tabatha Butler, College of Education Philanthropic Advisor, to learn more or visit isu.edu/give. Thank you for your consideration and support of the College of Education!
Endowments
| Allen Andersen Family Scholarship Endowment | |
| Anika Marie Hoybjerg Scholarship Endowment Fund | |
| Anna Robinson-Clark Scholarship Endowment | |
| Babe Caccia Scholarship Endowment | |
| Barbara and Roger Michener Scholarship Endowment | |
| Betty L. and Roy E. Simonds Memorial Scholarship Endowment Fund | |
| Bill Watkins Student Internship Support Scholarship | |
| Billie McNabb Miller and Margaret F. Miller Scholarship Endowment | |
| Brian and Julie Armes Scholarship Endowment for Excellence in Education | |
| Byron M. Skaug Memorial Scholarship Endowment | |
| Carl Durfee Memorial Scholarship Endowment | |
| Children's Literacy Foundation Endowment | |
| Clark-Seddon Scholarship Endowment | |
| Colleen and William Neel Scholarship Endowment | |
| College of Education Intern Scholarship Endowment | |
| Daugherty Foundation Scholarship | |
| Della and Reuben Ward Scholarship Endowment | |
| Dianne W. Holmes Memorial Endowment | |
| Distinguished Teacher Endowment Scholarship | |
| Donald L. and Helen Doering Nielson Endowed Fellowship | |
| Dr. Robert W. and Mrs. LaVoy V. Riley Myers Scholarship Endowment Fund | |
| Dr. T.C. and Cheryl E. Mattocks Scholarship Endowment | |
| Edna Dursteler Scholarship Endowment | |
| Ethel E. Redfield Scholarship Endowment | |
| Evelyn Robinson Principal Leadership Scholarship Endowment | |
| FMC Math/Science Education Endowment | |
| Frances E. Satterwhite Memorial Scholarship | |
| Frank. B. and Phyllis H. Wilson Memorial Scholarship | |
| Gates Minority and International Student Endowment | |
| Gilette Family Endowment | |
| Gordon and Marjean Waford Family Endowment Fund | |
| Idaho Falls Retired Teachers Scholarship Endowment | |
| James and Wendy Ruchti Idaho Educator Scholarship Endowment Fund | |
| Jeannette Rowe Memorial Scholarship Endowment | |
| Jerry J. and Elner C. Bellon Scholarship Endowment | |
| Jeff Chen Memorial Scholarship | |
| Jim and Judy Liday Scholarship | |
| Joe and Pauline Kent Center for Student Success | |
| Joe and Pauline Kent Scholarship Endowment | |
| John Falcone College of Education Second Chance Scholarship Fund | |
| John Gorman Memorial Scholarship Endowment | |
| John L. Bobell, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Endowment | |
| Judy B. Sorensen Memorial Endowment for Elementary Educators | |
| June M. Wilson and Carol M. Rounds Scholarship Endowment Fund | |
| Kelly Rae and Pamela Haberman Scholarship Endowment Fund in Education | |
| Lamont Jones Sports Science Scholarship Endowment Fund | |
| Lorraine Peterson Green Wight Scholarship Endowment Fund | |
| Margaret S. Klingemann Scholarship Endowment | |
| Margaret Somsen Scholarship Endowment | |
| Marion A. Toombs Scholarship Endowment | |
| Mary Ann and Ronald L. Hansen Scholarship | |
| Mary Elizabeth “Zibby” Pyle Leeper Memorial Scholarship Endowment | |
| Military Order of the Purple Heart Endowment | |
| Nannette and Gail Siemen Early Childhood Education Scholarship Endowment | |
| Nathan R. and Michelle Schroeder Endowment for Student Success in the College of Education | |
| National Girls and Women in Sports Day Endowment | |
| Nisson Family Scholarship Endowment | |
| Norma Barnes Scholarship Endowment | |
| Paula Rankin Scholarship Endowment | |
| Pete and Ronda Black Scholarship Endowment Fund | |
| Peter C. and Nancy J. Kole - Connie Smith Bowen College of Education Scholarship Endowment | |
| Peter C. Kole - Donald J. Sampson Scholarship Endowment | |
| Peter C. Kole - Dr. Deborah Hedeen Scholarship Endowment | |
| Peter C. Kole - Pauline S. Thiros Scholarship Endowment | |
| Peter C. Kole - Richard L. Bowen Scholarship Endowment | |
| Peter C. Kole - William H. McGuffey Fund | |
| Peter C. Kole – Jay G. Jensen Scholarship Endowment Fund | |
| Peter Kole and Eleanor Loscalzo Scholarship Endowment | |
| Phillip L. Luckey and Michael E. Nesbitt Sports Medicine Scholarship Endowment | |
| Richard L. and Donna J. Sagness Excellence in Teaching Endowment | |
| Rick and Mary Lou Aubrey Scholarship Endowment | |
| Robert W. Sherman Memorial Scholarship Endowment | |
| Roger and Nancy J. Wheeler Scholarship Endowment | |
| Ron and Patty Bolinger Family Scholarship Endowment for Education | |
| Ruth Robinson Chandler Scholarship Endowment | |
| Southeast Idaho Retired Educators Scholarship | |
| Ted Earl Memorial Scholarship Endowment | |
| Terry L. and Rita D. Haggardt Scholarship Endowment | |
| Veeva D. Whitworth Endowment | |
| W. James and Dr. Karen Johnston Scholarship | |
| Wyman-Skaggs Home Economics Scholarship Endowment | |
| Zobell-Albion Scholarship Endowment |
College of Education's Radio Show
Inspiring Educators is a half-hour radio show and podcast that co-hosted by the Idaho State University College of Education Interim Associate Dean, Dr. John Curry and Executive Director of Philanthropy, Tabatha Butler. Each episode features conversations with our alumni, students, friends and supporters of the College of Education and Idaho State University about their careers, philanthropy, and the future educators they inspire.
Listen to Inspiring Educators for free by visiting kisu.org or searching "Inspiring Educators" on Spotify.
Executive Director of Philanthropy, Tabatha Butler
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