2026 Idaho State University Alumni Awards Announced 

During Homecoming week, Idaho State University will celebrate a remarkable group of alumni, faculty, and friends whose accomplishments, service, Bengal pride, and leadership have made a lasting impact in their professions, communities, and the world.

The Idaho State University Alumni Association is thrilled to announce the distinguished recipients of the 2026 Alumni Awards! These exceptional honorees will be celebrated at the annual Alumni Awards Dinner on Friday, Oct 9, 2026. 

The Alumni Awards Dinner is an opportunity for the entire Bengal community to come together, celebrate inspiring stories, and recognize the people who continue to strengthen Idaho State University. We warmly invite the entire community to join us.

Full registration details and information regarding Homecoming Week festivities can be found here. Mark your calendars now, and prepare to celebrate ISU with these incredible awardees!

2026 ISU Homecoming Award Recipients
ISU Distinguished Alumnus: Jared Allen
William J. Bartz Award: Dr. Marcia L. Lloyd
ISU Young Alumni Award: Angela Garcia
Parade Grand Marshal: Glenn Alford
ISU Achievement Award: Dr. Alex Bolinger
ISU Distinguished Service: Heidi Berry 

President’s Medallions:
College of Humanities, Education, and Social Sciences: Dr. Alan and Bonnie Frantz
College of Business: Marc McDonald
College of Nursing, Rehabilitation, and Human Health: Dr. Jess Stich-Hennen
L.S. Skaggs College of Pharmacy and Health Professions: Dr. Page Haviland
College of Science and Engineering: Dr. Judith Damewood
College of Technology: Brandalin Barnes
School of Arts: Brent Lowman
Graduate School: Dr. Henry T. Evans

Join us in honoring these incredible recipients during our Homecoming 2026 celebrations. For questions about Homecoming Week, please contact the ISU Alumni Office of Engagement at (208) 282-3755 or email alumni@isu.edu. Follow us on social media for the latest ISU and alumni updates: @IdahoStateAlumni.