Health and Wellness Table of Contents

• Recreation & Wellness 
• Be Well, Bengals!
• ISU Cosmetology
• ISU Pocatello Health Center
• ISU Meridian Health Center
• ISU Bengal Pharmacy
• ISU Dental Hygiene Clinic
• ISU Pocatello Counseling Clinic
• ISU Meridian Counseling Clinic 
• ISU Physical Therapy Clinic, Pocatello
• ISU Physical Therapy Clinic, Meridian
• Other ISU Clinics
• Dentistry
• Hearing/Balance
• Mental Health
• Speech Therapy
• Counseling and Mental Health Center (CMHC) Library

Recreation & Wellness 

The Recreation & Wellness Center offers exclusive membership benefits for Idaho State University faculty and staff. Recreation & Wellness Center provides free weekly fitness classes for faculty and staff – no membership required.

Location: Reed Gym, 1291 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Pocatello, ID 83209
Hours: Fall/Winter/Summer Schedule
Facilities: Swimming Pool, Climbing Wall, Courts, Fitness Area, Locker Rooms/Sauna, Indoor Track, Relaxation Lounge
Other Perks: Equipment Rentals
Website: https://www.isu.edu/recwell/

Fees/Membership:

• Faculty/Staff Membership: $24.00/month (50% off the $50 community rate)
• Payroll Deduction: Only $10.76 per pay period
• Add a Spouse/Dependent: Just $18.70 total per pay period

Be Well, Bengals!

Website: Be Well, Bengals

Be Well, Bengals! (BWB) provides benefit-eligible employees with the opportunity to participate in wellness activities during business hours. Employees are allotted up to 60 minutes of release time per week, during work hours, with supervisor approval. 

Eligible employees may stay on campus or provide information for activities or programs held off campus. The 60 minutes can be used all at once or divided throughout the week (ex. 15 minutes four days a week, or 30 minutes two days a week, etc.) BWB release time may not be utilized if it will result in pay in excess of the employee’s normally scheduled workweek.

Wellness activities generally fall within these eight categories: Physical, Intellectual, Emotional, Spiritual, Occupational, Social, Financial, and Environmental. 

ISU Cosmetology

Affordable Cosmetology Salon Services. All services provided by students. 

Location: 777 Memorial Dr, Pocatello, ID 83201
Hours: Please check site for days/times
Phone: 208-282-2866
Facilities: Haircut, Color, Perm, Hair Treatments, Wax, Eyelashes, Spa Services, Barber 
Other Perks: ISU Cosmetology has a Hair Loft with a wigs on loan program in a private suite just for you?  We can customize a wig to fit your needs.  If you have any type of medical caused hair loss you qualify.
Website: https://www.isu.edu/cosmetology/salon-services/

Idaho State University Pocatello Health Center

ISU's Pocatello Health Center is conveniently located on campus for students, faculty, and staff.  The University Health Center's comprehensive medical services encompass a wide spectrum of care, comprising acute/urgent care, primary care, orthopedics, and mental health care. The University Health Center offers advanced or same day appointments!

Location: 990 Cesar Chavez Avenue (S 8th Ave) Pocatello, ID 83209
Hours: Fall/Spring/Summer Hours. Closed on State Holidays. After-Hours Care.
Schedule an appointment: Online Portal or call 208-282-2330
Services: Primary Care, Urgent Care, Sports Medicine, Mental Health, Women's Health, LGBTQIA+ Health, Men's Health, Annual Wellness Exams, Pharmacy, X-Ray, Laboratory, Orthopedic Ultrasound, EKGs, Spirometry Testing, IV Therapy, Vaccines, and Allergy Shot Administration
Website: https://www.isu.edu/healthcenter/

Idaho State University Meridian Health Center

ISU Meridian Health Care is a Nurse Practitioner–led primary care clinic offering preventive and wellness services for patients of all ages. The clinic serves the Treasure Valley community and Idaho State University students, faculty, and staff.

Its experienced Nurse Practitioners provide comprehensive care, including wellness visits, chronic condition management, treatment of minor illnesses and injuries, and care for women, men, and children. With a patient-centered, partnership-based approach, ISU Meridian Health Care focuses on listening, educating, and empowering patients to take an active role in their health.

Location: ISU Meridian Health Science Center, 1311 E. Central Dr., Meridian, ID  83642
Hours: Monday - Thursday | 8:30am - 5:00pm
Schedule an appointment: 208-373-1734
Services:  Annual Wellness Visits, Management of Chronic Conditions, Treatment for minor illnesses and injuries, Women’s Health, Men’s Health, and Pediatric Care.
Website: https://www.isu.edu/clinics/meridian-health-care/

ISU Bengal Pharmacy

ISU Bengal Pharmacy welcomes everyone in the community; patients do not need to be students or faculty/staff members. The pharmacy offers personalized care, accepts all major insurance plans, and strives to make managing health simple and stress-free.

Location: 990 S 8th Ave STOP 8158 | Pocatello, ID 83209
Hours: Monday - Friday | 10 AM - 6 PM
Other Locations: Chubbuck, Arco, Challis, McCammon and Meridian
Services: Immunizations, Prescriptions, Over-The-Counter, Point-Of-Care Testing, Weight Loss Clinic, Skin Cancer Spot Check, Medication Review (MTM), Addiction Treatment, Smoking Cessation, Travel Medicine, Seasonal Allergies, Birth Control, Acne Care, Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs), Respiratory Conditions, Student Outreach
Website: https://www.isu.edu/clinics/bengal-pharmacy/

ISU Dental Hygiene Clinic

ISU’s Dental Hygiene Clinic provides quality oral healthcare services, including professional cleanings, deep cleanings, sealants, fluoride treatments, tooth whitening, and limited restorative fillings.

The clinic offers low-cost preventive and limited restorative dental services to the community, as well as ISU faculty, staff, and students. All services are performed by dental hygiene students under the supervision and guidance of licensed dental hygienists and dentists.

Location: 999 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Pocatello, ID  83209
Hours: Monday - Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Services: Professional Cleaning, Deep Cleaning, Sealants, Fluoride, Tooth Whitening, and limited Restorative Fillings.
Perks: Reduced Fees
Schedule an Appointment: (208) 282-3282
Website: https://www.isu.edu/clinics/dental-hygiene/

ISU Pocatello Counseling Clinic

ISU’s Pocatello Counseling Clinic provides individual, couple, and family counseling services at minimal cost to community members, as well as Idaho State University faculty, staff, and students. 

Location: 1400 E. Terry Dr., Bldg. 63, Pocatello, ID  83209, 7th Floor, Garrison Hall
Hours: Varied Hours
Services: Individual Counseling, Couples Counseling, Family Counseling, Telehealth Counseling
Costs: ~$15-$20
Schedule an Appointment: 208-240-1609
Website: https://www.isu.edu/clinics/counseling-pocatello/

ISU Meridian Counseling Clinic 

ISU’s Meridian Counseling Clinic provides individual, couple, and family counseling services at minimal cost to community members, as well as Idaho State University faculty, staff, and students. The clinic offers both day and evening appointments, with hours varying by semester.

Location: ISU Meridian Health Science Center, 1311 E. Central Dr., Meridian, ID  83642
Hours: Varied Hours
Services: Individual Counseling, Couples Counseling, Family Counseling, Telehealth Counseling, Group Counseling
Costs: ~$20-$30
Schedule an Appointment: Complete the "Services Inquiry Form" or call (208) 373-1719
Website: https://www.isu.edu/clinics/counseling-meridian/

ISU Physical Therapy Clinic, Pocatello

ISU’s Physical Therapy Clinic provides quality therapy services to ISU employees, students, and members of the local community. Clinical therapists offer a wide range of physical therapy evaluation and treatment services, including orthopedic therapy, pelvic floor therapy, ergonomic consultation, and balance (vestibular) testing.

The clinic also serves as a teaching facility for doctoral students in physical and occupational therapy, with all services supervised by licensed faculty.

Location: 1400 E. Terry Dr., Bldg. 63, Pocatello, ID  83209, 2nd Floor, Garrison Hall
Hours: Monday - Thursday | 9am - 6pm
Services: Orthopedic Therapy, Pelvic Floor Therapy, Vestibular (Balance), Ergonomic Consultations
Schedule an Appointment: (208) 282-2590
Website: https://www.isu.edu/clinics/physical-occupational-therapy-associates-pocatello/

ISU Physical Therapy Clinic, Meridian

ISU’s Physical Therapy Clinic provides quality therapy services to ISU employees, students, and members of the local community. Clinical therapists deliver a wide range of physical therapy evaluation and treatment services, including orthopedic therapy, pelvic floor therapy, ergonomic consultation services, and balance (vestibular) testing.

The clinic also serves as a teaching facility for doctoral students in physical and occupational therapy, with all services supervised by licensed faculty.

Location: ISU Meridian Health Science Center, 1311 E. Central Dr., Meridian, ID  83642
Hours: Monday - Thursday | 9am - 6pm
Services: Orthopedic Therapy, Manual Therapy, Concussion Rehabilitation, Running Performance & Rehabilitation, Blood Flow Restriction Therapy
Schedule an Appointment: (208) 373-1734
Website: https://www.isu.edu/clinics/physical-occupational-therapy-associates/

Other ISU Clinics

• Dentistry
• Pocatello Family Dentistry
• Meridian Family Dentistry
• Hearing/Balance
• Audiology, Pocatello
• Audiology, Meridian
• Audiology, Salmon
• Mental Health
• ISU Community Psychiatric Center
• ISU Integrated Mental Health
• ISU Psychology Clinic
• Speech Therapy
• ISU Speech and Language Clinic, Pocatello
• ISU Speech and Language Clinic, Meridian

Counseling and Mental Health Center University Library

The ISU Counseling and Mental Health Center (CMHC) offers self-guided mental health resources through University Libraries to support self-care and personal well-being. These resources, including recommended self-help books, are designed to complement in-person counseling services.

Additional information about CMHC services, counseling options, and resources across ISU campuses is available on the center’s homepage.

Website: https://isu.libguides.com/CATS

Campus Community Table of Contents

• Athletics
• L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center
• ISU Art Galleries
• Idaho Museum of Natural History
• Indigenous People’s Day 
• Late Night with the Graduate School
• Humanities Cafe
• Concerts on the Quad
• Outdoor Adventure Center
• Bengal Movie Theater
• Craft Shop
• Games Center
• Idaho State Today Newsletter
  
• ISU Magazine
• The Bengal
• KISU
• Staff Council Activities and Events
• Employee Appreciation Week

Athletic Events

Go Bengals! Come cheer on our Bengals in a wide variety of sports. Including Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, and Volleyball.

Phone: 208-282-FANS
Website: https://isubengals.com/
Perks: Discount pricing for faculty and staff on Season Tickets to Football, Men's Basketball and Women's Basketball

L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center (SPAC)

Music, dance, theatre, lectures and more bring the communities of Idaho State University and southeastern Idaho together in one spectacular locale: the $34 million L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center.  We invite you to join ISU in celebrating the performing arts in Idaho. Events include: ISU Theatre & Dance, ISU Music, Idaho State-Civic Symphony, Season of Notes, Special Events and Festival of Trees

Location: 1002 Sam Nixon Ave., Building 88, Pocatello, ID 83209.
Box Office Hours: Monday - Friday | 10 a.m. to 4:00 p.m
Summer Hours Monday - Thursday 10am - 3pm
Event nights, 6pm
Tickets: https://idahostate.evenue.net/list/SPAC or call 208-282-3595
Website: https://www.isu.edu/stephens/
Perks: ISU Theatre and Dance and ISU Music Events $18.20, All ISU Faculty/Staff tickets must be picked up in person with Bengal ID.

ISU Art Galleries

The mission of the Idaho State University art galleries is to enrich the education of students and engage surrounding communities through exhibitions and related events. The galleries provide opportunity for critical looking and thinking with a focus on interdisciplinary and cross-cultural exchange.

John B. Davis Gallery
Location: Fine Arts Building, 921 South 8th Avenue, Pocatello, Idaho 83209

CompARTment Gallery 
Location: ISU Fine Arts Building, Room 408, 921 South 8th Avenue, Pocatello, Idaho 83209

Hours: Gallery Hours are Monday to Friday from 12-6 when exhibits are up
Phone:  (208) 282-2361
Website: https://www.isu.edu/art/galleries/

Idaho Museum of Natural History

Idaho Museum of Natural History’s Mission is to create meaningful experiences through our shared natural history that empower and educate communities. Our vision is to inspire all Idaho and our visitors to protect and preserve natural history. Featuring permanent and seasonal exhibits, Events, and Mental Health Nature Walks. 

Location: 698 E Dillon St (Physical) Pocatello, ID 83201 in Building #12
Hours: Open Tuesday-Friday (12 to 5), Saturday (10 to 5), Sunday (12 to 5)
Cost: ISU Faculty/Staff/Students: Free with ID
Website: https://www.isu.edu/imnh/

Indigenous People’s Day

This event offers a meaningful opportunity to honor the rich cultures, histories, and enduring contributions of Indigenous peoples. It serves as a celebration of the strength and resilience that have sustained Native communities across generations.

We invite all members of the campus and local community to join us in recognizing Indigenous persistence and success. This year’s program will feature presentations from Indigenous community members, showcasing the preservation of traditional cultural practices, their transformation through contemporary expression, and their visions for the future.

Website: https://www.isu.edu/ipd/
Admission: Free for Faculty/Staff

Late Nights with the Graduate School

The Graduate School wants to get to know you and your stories! Come unwind from your busy week and network with other students, faculty, alumni, and community partners across various disciplines. Plus ... we give you free food!

Website: https://www.isu.edu/graduate/events/late-nights/

Humanities Cafe

Humanities Café offers the Pocatello community a welcoming space to connect through conversation, creativity, and shared experience. Each café in the series provides a unique opportunity to explore the humanities in an informal, engaging setting that blends scholarship with social connection. Supported by the Idaho Humanities Council

Website: https://www.isu.edu/calendar/
Cost: Free

Games Center

Games Center offers Bowling, Billiards, Arcade Games and Concessions. Offering Monte Carlo Bowling on Thursdays, and Glow Bowling Friday and Saturday. Accepting Bowling Reservations. All Specialty Nights and other events are subject to change depending on the existing hours of operation. Please plan your visits accordingly.

Location: First Floor of the Student Union Building, 1065 Cesar Chavez Ave, Pocatello, ID 83209
Hours: Mon-Fri 11am - 9pm | Fri-Sat 11am - 10pm | Sunday Closed
Services: Bowling, Shoe Rentals, Billiards, Concessions
Pricing: Shoe Rental: $2.50
Bowling $3.00 per game per person
Billiards: $6.00 per hour per table
24 oz Soda $1.50

Concerts on the Quad

Idaho State University’s tradition of free summer concerts on Thursday evenings throughout the summer, with live music on the Quad, and food available for purchase. Concerts begin at 6 p.m. on the Quad, and all are welcome to bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy a casual evening.

Location: ISU Quad
Website: https://www.isu.edu/calendar/
Cost: Free

Outdoor Adventure Center

The Outdoor Adventure Center (OAC) is a university based, outdoor education and recreation program offering outdoor recreation adventure trips, classes/workshops, and outdoor informational services. We provide outdoor equipment rentals and repairs. Our library contains one of the region’s most extensive collections of outdoor resources: books, magazines, periodicals, videos and DVDs, equipment catalogs, and more than 1,000 US Topographical maps of the Intermountain West.  

Location: Pond Student Union, RM 114, 921 S. 8th Ave., Stop 8128, Pocatello, ID 83209
Hours: Monday-Friday: 9:00 am - 5:00pm | Saturday-Sunday: Closed
Services: Trips, Rentals, Outdoor Equipment Rentals, Yurt Rentals, Local Trail Maps, Open Climb and Open Kayak
Website: https://www.isu.edu/outdoor/

Bengal Theater

The Bengal Theatre is located in the Pond Student Union building at Idaho State University (ISU). Opened in 1966, The Bengal Theatre is open to the public for a nominal charge with students free. The theatre is student funded and operated with reasonably priced concessions. The theatre is the home of the Pocatello Film Society, formed in October 2006. 

Come enjoy a movie and some popcorn at the Bengal Theater. Some showing include a talk back. The Bengal Theater can also be reserved for private showings.  

Location: Pond Student Union Building, 14 E Humbolt St, Pocatello, ID 83201
Hours: Varied Times
Services: Movies, Events, Concessions, and Theater Reservations
Website: https://www.isu.edu/bengaltheater/
Tickets: Faculty and Staff $2 tickets

Craft Shop

The Craft Shop is a mixed-media studio environment that is open to ALL. We encourage a hands-on experience where individuals can develop their creativity and skills. We offer individual instruction, group activities, workshops, and classes as well as supplies. Use of the Craft Shop requires a day-use fee or semester membership. The Craft Shop is here to provide you with space, tools, and assistance with all your arts and crafts needs. Find us in the basement of the Pond Student Union, just past the Games Center. The Craft Shop is open to EVERYONE! To utilize the Craft Shop, students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members must purchase a membership or a day-use pass.

Location: The Craft Shop is located on the first level of the Pond Student Union in room 102, 921 S 8th Ave, Pocatello, ID 83209
Hours: Varied Hours
Classes: Single-Day Classes, Multi-Day Classes, Group Workshops
Crafts: Clay, Fiber, Mat Cutting, Sewing, Wood Shop and more
Monthly Membership Price: Faculty, Staff, and Alumni $50.00/month
Day-Use Pass Price: Faculty, Staff, and Alumni $8.00
Website: https://www.isu.edu/craftshop/

Idaho State Today

Idaho State Today is a twice-weekly employee newsletter that shares University successes, provides important campus updates, and recognizes the accomplishments of our faculty and staff. 

To submit a campus update or story for Idaho State Today, fill out our online form by Friday at noon for Monday's edition, and Wednesday at noon for Thursday's edition. A separate newsletter called ROAR Weekly is sent to students on Wednesdays.

Website: https://www.isu.edu/idahostatetoday/

ISU Magazine

Discover engaging stories and insights in ISU Magazine, showcasing diverse topics, research, and achievements. Explore the latest articles today.

Website: https://www.isu.edu/magazine/

The Bengal

The Bengal was first published under the name of the Idaho State Record in 1910, and has been the independent voice of the ISU community ever since. The Bengal strives to provide readers with the most accurate, interesting and relevant news while at the same time providing a designated place for the students of Idaho State University to share ideas and opinions.

The Bengal Newspaper aims to capture and share the life of ISU students and how university, local, state, national and international circumstances shape our experiences. It strives to provide a vital public forum — a place where our readers can exchange ideas and opinions, share and react to information about events, and digest the news of general interest about the campus, region, country and world.

Website: https://isubengal.com/

KISU

Eastern Idaho’s Ear to the World since 1999. Our goal is to provide quality public radio for the ISU Campus and surrounding communities, by carrying a diverse selection of talk, music and news programs to enrich our listening audience. We also aim to provide real-world broadcasting experience for interested students attending ISU.

Website: https://www.kisu.org/

Staff Council Activities and Events

Staff Council is a university-wide organization at Idaho State University that represents all classified and non-classified employees, independent of other groups. Elected by you—the staff of ISU—our council serves as your voice and advocates for your interests. We remain committed to collaborating with administration, faculty, and students to support the continued growth and success of Idaho State University. Staff Council hosts activities and events designed to help you connect with colleagues from all across campus. Whether creating, learning, or simply enjoying a snack together, we hope you’ll join us!

Services: Lunch and Learn session, ISU Employee Recognition Luncheon, and much more. 
Website: https://www.isu.edu/staffcouncil/activities--events/

Employee Appreciation Week (Spring)

Idaho State University is proud of our faculty and staff who assist, teach, and support our students, visitors, colleagues, and community! To thank our amazing faculty and staff for their efforts, we will celebrate Employee Appreciation Week. This week includes a combination of virtual and in-person activities and workshops across all of our campuses! Keep your eyes peeled in March/April for more details for EAW 2026. 

Website: https://www.isu.edu/hr/employee-tools/employee-appreciation-week/

Professional Development Table of Contents 

• Tuition Reduction Program
• Employee Assistance Program - Financial Counseling
• Center for Learning and Instructional Excellence
• Staff Council Development Scholarship
• Leadership Development - HR Training
• Bengal Management Essentials - HR Training
• Intro to CliftonStrengths - HR Training

Tuition Reduction Program

Eligible Idaho State University employees and their legal spouses may register for courses each semester with tuition waived, except for a $20 non-refundable registration fee and $5 per credit hour. Any additional course or program fees are the responsibility of the employee. Employees must be hired before the start of the term to qualify.

Dependent children of eligible employees receive a 50% reduction on in-state tuition and general fees. Reciprocal agreements allow employees from other state institutions to receive tuition reduction for up to six credit hours per semester and three credit hours in summer.

Tuition reduction forms must be submitted each semester before the add/drop deadline and only cover the courses listed; benefits cannot be applied retroactively. 

Please visit the website for more information: https://www.isu.edu/hr/benefits/tuition-reduction-information--forms/

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), benefit-eligible Idaho State University employees and their families have access to

• Six (6) counseling sessions per person, per incident, for relationship issues, anxiety, work stress or other challenges. Services are available in person, over the phone or through video chat.
• 24/7 access to behavioral health professionals that can assess your needs and refer you to an in-network provider.
• Support for finding local resources for parenting, adoption, childcare, teenage challenges and more.
• Legal experts who can provide guidance on family law, custody, real estate and more.
• Finance professional who can help with budgeting, debt counseling, retirement planning, credit improvement and more.

Website:  Idaho Office of Group Insurance EAP website

Center for Learning and Instructional Excellence (Faculty)

The Center for Learning and Instructional Excellence offers workshops throughout the academic year where Idaho State University colleagues share their expertise and experience. Events include:

• Faculty Lecture Series: Fun, engaging talks framed around “One Thing Everyone Should Know About…”. Designed for a broad audience—including faculty, staff, students, and community members—these sessions highlight big ideas in accessible ways.
  
  
• Master Teaching Series & Pedagogical/Assessment Workshops: Practical, hands-on sessions where faculty share evidence-based strategies to strengthen teaching and assessment. Walk away with fresh ideas you can apply right away in your courses and programs.
  
  
• Faculty Learning Communities (FLCs): Small groups of faculty and staff who meet regularly to dive into a shared theme, such as inclusive teaching or student engagement. FLCs provide a supportive space for cross-disciplinary conversation, reflection, and collaboration, helping build a culture of continuous improvement. 
  
  
• Annual Teaching Symposium: A half-day event that brings faculty together to explore a central theme in teaching and learning. Each year features a guest speaker and hands-on activities designed to help participants translate ideas into practice. This year’s focus will be on supporting the success of first-generation students.

Location: Located in Rendezvous 129 and part of the Bengal Success Center
Hours: Every other Friday from 10:00am to 12:00pm
Services: Events, Workshops, and Symposium
Website: https://www.isu.edu/learning/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ISUCenterforLearning

Professional Development and Training Financial Award

The ISU Staff Council provides funding to classified and non-classified staff for professional development and training opportunities. Awards may cover workshops, conferences, or training, including travel expenses, but cannot be used for academic credit toward a degree.

To be eligible, applicants must be full-time ISU classified or non-classified staff with at least six months of service. Strong applications demonstrate the benefit to both the employee and the university and are supported by a supervisor. Questions about the application process can be directed to any member of the Professional Development Committee.

Application periods and deadlines are: Fall (Sept. 1–Dec. 31, deadline Aug. 1), Spring (Jan. 1–April 30, deadline Dec. 1), and Summer (May 1–Aug. 31, deadline April 1).

Website: https://www.isu.edu/staffcouncil/resources/

Leadership Development Training

HR Training offers Leadership Development Training, a program designed to support both emerging and experienced leaders at Idaho State University through professional development. Participants gain essential tools and strategies for effective, strategic leadership while building a peer network for collaboration and cross-campus connection. The program uses interactive learning and self-discovery to develop key leadership skills, help participants leverage their strengths, practice giving and receiving constructive feedback, and enhance their ability to navigate and lead organizational change.

Fall Schedule: 12 week program. Early September - Early December
Website: https://www.isu.edu/hr/employee-tools/training/leadership-development/
Registration Deadline: End of August

Bengal Management Essentials

HR Training offers, Bengal Management Essentials, a professional development series designed for managers, supervisors, deans, chairs, and other leaders at Idaho State University. Whether new to a leadership role or seeking to strengthen existing skills, the program supports growth, confidence, and success.

This interactive series features subject matter experts from across campus who guide participants through the responsibilities and challenges of leading people and processes. Attendees gain practical skills, knowledge, and resources to enhance their effectiveness in ISU leadership roles. Topics include understanding federal and state laws and ISU policies, navigating difficult conversations, comprehending HR processes, and applying tools and strategies for effective supervision.

Fall Session: 12 week program. Early September - Early December
Website: https://www.isu.edu/hr/employee-tools/training/bengal-management-essentials/
Registration Deadline: End of August

Intro to CliftonStrengths 

Idaho State University uses Gallup's CliftonStrengths® assessment to help employees identify and build on their natural talents. The tool enables employees to develop strengths by leveraging the ways they naturally think, feel, and behave.

Employees who attend a full “Introduction to CliftonStrengths®” session receive a personalized nameplate to keep at their desk, serving as a reminder of their Top 5 strengths and allowing co-workers to better understand and communicate with them.

These introductory sessions help participants unlock their Top 5 CliftonStrengths® talent themes, learn about the assessment, begin developing their strengths, and explore the fundamentals of building strengths-based teams.

Website: https://www.isu.edu/hr/employee-tools/training/strengthsfinder/

Campus Amenities Table of Contents

• Bengal Dining
• Benny’s Pantry
• Disability Services (Health and Wellness?)
• CARETeam (Health and Wellness?)
• Early Learning Center
• Ombuds
• Parent Rooms
• Parking and Bengal Shuttle
• Rave Guardian App

Bengal Dining

ISU employees are able to apply for discounted meal plans for Turner Commons, offering an all-you-care-to-eat dining experience.

Location: Turner Commons, 1400 E Terry Pocatello, ID 83201
Pricing: $35 per pay period for 10 lunches (Payroll deduct available)
Website: https://dineoncampus.com/isu/

Benny's Pantry

Most active ISU students, staff, and faculty—including College of Technology START students—are eligible to use Benny’s Pantry. Dual-enrolled high school students and spouses who are not students or employees are excluded. Those ineligible can explore community resources at findhelpidaho.org or check SNAP eligibility.

Website: https://www.isu.edu/pantry/

CARE Team

The Concern, Assistance, Resources, and Education (CARE) Team is a collaborative group of campus experts that conducts behavioral assessments and recommends intervention strategies for students, staff, and faculty with serious needs or concerns. Coordinated through the ISU Division of Student Affairs, the team follows NABITA (National Association for Behavioral Intervention and Threat Assessment) standards, best practices, and training tools to guide decisions, coordinate care, and determine appropriate follow-up. The team typically meets weekly but can convene additional meetings when urgent situations require immediate decisions or university response.

Website: https://www.isu.edu/deanofstudents/report/care-team/

Disability Services

ISU is committed to providing students, faculty, and staff with equal and full access to education, teaching, working, and learning resources while safeguarding confidentiality and privacy.

Website: https://www.isu.edu/disabilityservices/

Early Learning Center

The Early Learning Center (ELC) offers quality care for the children of students, faculty, staff, and alumni. The center provides a program that supports the well-being of children from six weeks through 5th grade by upholding high standards for staff and creating environments that foster social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.

Location: 790 E. Humbolt St., Bldg. #6, Pocatello, ID 83209
Hours: Monday - Friday | Fall/Spring: 7:30am - 5:30pm | Summer 7:00am - 5:00pm
Website: https://www.isu.edu/elc/

Ombuds

The ISU Ombuds is a neutral, confidential, and independent resource for faculty and staff, providing informal assistance in resolving conflicts or disputes. Serving as an alternative to formal grievance procedures, the Ombuds draws on expertise in problem-solving, communication, and ISU policies. Ombuds members are faculty and staff nominated by peers and appointed by the ISU President for renewable two-year terms, operating under the International Ombudsman Association’s Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics.

Services: Listen to concerns, Assist in development of options or strategies, Refer visitor to appropriate resources, Assist in surfacing issues, Act as a facilitator between you and the other person in the conflict, Act as an intermediary or practice shuttle diplomacy, Act as a coach to assist you in handling the issue yourself
Types of Issues: Interpersonal relations, Communication breakdowns between supervisor and employee or between employees, Employment issues that could affect relationships and success, Workplace issues, Fear of confrontation, Faculty relationships, Supervisor concern over non-responsive employee, Policies and procedures violations, Personality conflicts that may affect employment, Clarification, Unfair treatment, Unethical behavior
Website: https://www.isu.edu/ombud/

Parent Rooms

Private parent rooms are available in multiple locations across campus, providing a quiet and comfortable environment for nursing, pumping, or attending to a child. Dedicated parent rooms and lactation spaces can be found in key campus locations, including the Pond Student Union Building, Rendezvous Complex, and Garrison Hall. Additional Mamava pods have also been added to enhance convenience and privacy for students, employees, and visitors.

Locations: Pocatello Campus, Idaho Falls Campus, Meridian Campus, Twin Falls Campus and Anchorage, Alaska Campus
Website: https://www.isu.edu/title-ix/parent-rooms/

Parking and Bengal Shuttle

Free parking is available to the Pocatello campus community in the northeast lot at the ICCU Dome, Monday through Friday, with no permit required. Adjacent to this lot is the Pocatello Regional Transit (PRT) ICCU Dome bus stop. Idaho State University partners with PRT to provide a complimentary shuttle service across the Pocatello campus, operating Monday through Friday from 7:22 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ISU’s annual funding covers all rider fees for shuttle travel within the campus, while standard PRT fees apply for travel beyond this area. For detailed route maps and schedules, please visit the Bengal Shuttle webpage. 

Website: https://www.isu.edu/parking/sustainable-campus/bengal-shuttle/

Rave Guardian App

As part of its ongoing effort to maintain a safe and secure campus, Idaho State University provides the free Rave Guardian Safety App on all campuses. The app allows users to set a safety timer to notify designated guardians when alone or in unfamiliar locations, use an emergency call button to alert Public Safety with GPS location, send text or photo reports of suspicious activity, connect with campus resources, and access important safety information. The Rave Guardian App is available for both iOS and Android devices.

Use of the app is optional for faculty, staff, and students. Public Safety is available 24/7 at (208) 282-2515, and users should call 911 for emergencies occurring off campus.

Website: https://www.isu.edu/publicsafety/safety-and-security/rave-guardian/

Basic Needs Resources found at ISU and in the Local Community.  

For a full list of City of Pocatello Community Resources please visit Pocatello Community Resource.

Food:

ISU Resources

• Benny’s Pantry (Pocatello)
  • Pond SUB Room 120A, 1080 S. 5th Ave., Pocatello
  • (208) 282-4110
  • www.isu.edu/pantry
• Benny’s Pantry (Idaho Falls)
  • Bennion Student Union Building Room 218, 1784 Science Center Dr., Idaho Falls
• Benny’s Pantry (Meridian)
  • Skaggs Health Center Room 512, 1311 E. Central Drive, Meridian

Community Resources (Bannock County)

• Valley Mission Food Pantry
  • 408 N Arthur Ave., Pocatello
  • Food Boxes (208) 232-6305
  • Thur 3:30pm-6pm
• My Brother’s Table
  • Trinity Episcopal, 355 W Lander St., Pocatello
  • Meal every Sunday from 1:30pm-2:30pm
• Salvation Army
  • 400 N. 4th Ave., Pocatello
  • (208) 232-5318
  • Meals Mon-Sat 12pm-12:30pm
  • Food Boxes Tues & Wed 1pm-3pm
• Valley Mission at First Baptist
  • 408 N Arthur Ave., Pocatello
  • (208)232-6305
  • Food Boxes Thur 3:30pm-6pm
• Saint Vincent de Paul
  • 855 S 2nd Ave., Pocatello
  • (208)406-1216
  • Food Boxes Wed 10am-1pm
• Aid For Friends
  • 209 East Lewis Street, Pocatello
  • (208) 232-5669
  • Dinner Nightly from 5:30 pm,-6pm

Community Resources (Bingham County)

• Rescue Mission
  • 380 E. St., Idaho Falls
  • Food Boxes Daily 10am-2pm, Dinner Nightly 6pm-6:45pm
• Community Food Basket
  • 351 W. 14th St.
  • (208) 524-0994
  • Food Boxes Mon 3pm-5pm, Tue, Wed & Fri 4pm-5pm, Thur 5pm-6pm
• St. Vincent de Paul
  • 805 S. Holmes Ave., Idaho Falls
  • (208)522-6280
  • Food Boxes on Mon, Wed & Fri 9am-12pm
• Pure Hope Pantry
  • 4475 N. Ammon Rd., Idaho Falls
  • (208) 243-8025
  • Hygiene Items, Tue 7pm-8pm

Community Resources (Twin Falls County)

• South Central Community Action Partnership
  • 550 Washington Street South,Twin Falls
  • (208)733-9351
  • Food Boxes Mon, Tue & Thur 8am-10:45am & 1pm-3:45pm

Community Resources (Ada County)

• Meridian Food Bank
  • 133 W. Broadway Ave., Meridian
  • (208)888-5102
  • Food Boxes Mond, Wed & Thur 12pm-3pm
• Sulamita Food Pantry
  • 1435 N. Black Cat Rd., Meridian
  • (208) 585-4803
  • Pantry Open 2nd & 4th Saturdays 10am-12pm
• Meridian Holy Apostles
  • 6300 A. N. Meridian Rd., Meridian
  • Pantry Open Mon, Wed & Fri 1pm-4pm and Thurs 5:30pm-7pm

Utilities:

Pocatello and Idaho Falls

• Energy Assistance - Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) through the Southeastern Idaho Community Action Agency
  • (208) 232-1114
  • energy@seicaa.org

Twin Falls

• SCCAP or CAP, Community Action Agency
  • 208-733-9351
  • info@sccap-id.org
  • http://www.sccap-id.org/
  • 550 Washington St S.,Twin Falls, ID 83303

Phones - All areas

• Telephone Service Payment Assistance
  • Online resource to find free government cell phone services.
  • http://www.freegovernmentcellphones.net/states/idaho-government-cell-phone-providers

Health - Physical:

ISU Resources

• Health West ISU
• ISU's Family Medicine Residents provide specialized medical services for adults and children including: Annual Exams, Obstetrics and Prenatal Care, Newborn Care, Pediatric Care, Immunizations, Women's Health, Behavioral Health, Diabetes Management, Mole/Skin Lesion Removal, and Sport Physicals.
• 465 Memorial Drive, Pocatello, Bannock, ID 83201
• 208-234-4700

Community Resources

• Pocatello
  • Primary care clinic performing general medical services to all ages. No specialized treatment available. Provides blood pressure check ups. Provides basic dental services.The clinic is run by volunteers. The physicians are also volunteers. Will not see emergency cases.Call for appointment.Will assist people who do not have Medicaid or any insurance.
  • 1001 N. 7th Ave., North Suite 155, Pocatello, ID 83201
  • 208-233-6245
• Pocatello Free Clinic

Clothing: 

Community Resources

• Idaho Youth Ranch
  • 720 Yellowstone Ave, Pocatello
  • (208) 478-8141
  • Open 9am-8pm 7days a week
• St.Vincent de Paul
  • 805 S. Holmes Ave., Idaho Falls
  • (208) 522-6280
  • Open 9am-5:30pm Mon-Sat
• Idaho Youth Ranch
  • 231 N. Main St., Meridian
  • (208) 895-8433
  • Open 9am-7pm 7 days a week
• Meridian Holy Apostles Pantry
  • 6300 A. N. Meridian Rd., Meridian
  • Mon, Wed, Fri 1pm-4pm, Thur 5:30pm-7pm