Idaho State University Alumni & Friends

10/16/2026

Chelsea Wilkerson graduated from Idaho State University in May 2022 with a Bachelor of Arts in Communications. She earned her degree while working full time and raising her two children, demonstrating her dedication, perseverance, and strong work ethic.

In 2024, Chelsea joined Idaho State University as an Administrative Assistant in the Biological Sciences Department. In early 2026, she learned that her position would be eliminated due to state budget cuts. Determined to continue her career at ISU, she diligently pursued opportunities across campus. Her persistence paid off, and in June 2026, she graciously accepted a position in the Admissions Office, where she now serves as a Technical Records Specialist.

Chelsea values the time she spent as an ISU student and looks back fondly on her academic experience. She is grateful for the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills she gained through her education to her career at Idaho State University and is proud to continue serving the university community.

10/16/2026

10/14/2026

🧡🖤 Bengals, let’s show Weber State what Bengal pride looks like!

We’re bringing the orange to Ogden this Saturday, and you don’t want to miss the chance to connect with fellow Bengals before kickoff. Join us for our Weber State Away Tailgate from 11 AM–1 PM!

Whether you're a longtime Bengal, a recent grad, or just looking for your game day crew, there's a place for you.

🐅 Saturday | 11 AM–1 PM
📍 Ogden, Utah

Make a day of it, bring your Bengal spirit, and help us fill the stands with orange! Who’s joining us? 👇

10/08/2026

10/05/2026

🐯 The Homecoming Passport Challenge starts TODAY! 🧡🖤

Celebrate 125 years of Idaho State by exploring campus, joining in Homecoming traditions and checking out some of the places and activities that make our university special!

Here’s how it works:
📍 Sign up using the link below
📍 Visit 15 of the 25 Passport stops during Homecoming Week, October 5–10
📍 Complete the challenge by Saturday, Oct. 10 at 3:30 p.m. at the Homecoming tailgate
🎟️ Be entered to win 2 tickets to the Nov. 7 football game + 2 field passes!

Ready to start exploring? https://www.digitaleventpassport.com/passports/cb5c803b-7830-4d39-8518-2154c0fb560d

Let’s make this Homecoming one to remember! 🧡🖤🐯

10/02/2026

From Pocatello to higher education leadership, Dr. Henry T. Evans has dedicated his career to expanding opportunity and supporting student success. 🧡🐯

A 1989 Idaho State University graduate, Dr. Evans earned his doctorate at ISU in 2011 and spent more than 30 years connected to the university—as a researcher, educator, administrator, and advocate.

His work at ISU included supporting first-generation and low-income students through TRIO, advancing equity and inclusion, and teaching courses in Political Science and Sociology.

Today, Dr. Evans serves as Associate Dean for Outreach, Access, and Strategic Initiatives at Washington State University, where he leads efforts to expand educational access and build pathways to higher education.

A lifelong Bengal whose work continues to create opportunities for others. 🐯

Read more about Henry here: https://www.isu.edu/alumni/events/awards-and-recognition/alumni-awards/2026-homecoming-dinner-program/ .en.314316

10/01/2026

“You can’t make money playing video games.”

That’s what Tim May remembers his parents telling him growing up.

Today, Tim, President of Direct Communications, is helping create opportunities for a new generation of students through Idaho State University’s new Direct Communications Esports Arena.

The $520,000 gift from Direct Communications helped make this state-of-the-art space possible — giving Bengal esports student-athletes a place to compete at the highest level and creating a space for students, high school teams and collegiate teams to gather, compete and build community.

And at the arena’s unveiling, Tim brought his own kids to experience it.

As esports continues to grow, so do the career opportunities surrounding it, from software engineering and broadcasting to aviation, military careers and more.

Here’s to the students building what comes next — and the generations cheering them on. 🐯🎮

Thank you, Direct Communications, for helping make those opportunities possible.

09/28/2026

For nearly six decades, Brent Lowman has used art, education, and creativity to build community and inspire generations of students. 🧡🎨

A 1968 Idaho State University graduate, Lowman dedicated 34 years to teaching art in Pocatello, sharing his passion for drawing, painting, and pottery with students while encouraging creativity, curiosity, and confidence.

Beyond the classroom, he has exhibited his work throughout Idaho and the Intermountain West and remains active in the Pocatello arts community.

His greatest legacy, however, may be the countless former students who still share memories of his classroom and the lessons that went far beyond art.

A lifelong artist, educator, and mentor whose creativity continues to inspire. 🐯

Read more about Brent here: https://www.isu.edu/alumni/events/awards-and-recognition/alumni-awards/2026-homecoming-dinner-program/ .en.314316

09/25/2026

From Idaho State to the forefront of the nation’s nuclear enterprise, Brandalin Barnes is a trailblazer in nuclear operations and infrastructure. 🧡🐯

An alumna of ISU’s first Nuclear Operations graduating class, Barnes earned associate, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees from Idaho State. She has built an accomplished career with Idaho National Laboratory and Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, where she now serves as Infrastructure Engineering and Operations Department Head.

Her leadership has supported major national nuclear programs and earned numerous honors, including the DOE Secretary of Energy Achievement Award and LLNL Director’s Award.

Barnes continues to give back to ISU through mentorship and service on the Nuclear Operations Technical Advisory Committee.

A Bengal leader making an impact on the national stage. 🐯

Read more about Brandalin here: https://www.isu.edu/alumni/events/awards-and-recognition/alumni-awards/2026-homecoming-dinner-program/ .en.314316

09/23/2026

Cedar City, we’re bringing the ORANGE. 🧡🖤

Let’s pack the stadium with Bengals and show Southern Utah what Bengal pride looks like!

Join us this Saturday for the game and the Bold Path Forward Alumni Tour tailgate. Bring your friends, wear your orange, and let’s make some noise!

🐯 Tailgate: 4 p.m.
🏈 Kickoff: 6 p.m.
📍 Southern Utah University, Cedar City

Let us know you're coming: https://www.givecampus.com/s/s31b5p