Campus Copy locations in the Student Union Building and Education Building are offering free resume printing for all Boise State students, alumni and staff who are actively seeking employment.

David Nefzger, supervisor of Campus Copy, and Ted Bailey, manager of Printing and Graphic Services, came up with the idea when discussing how they might help Boise State job seekers.

“The current economic environment and the stress that go along with the job search process are huge. This is our way of offering a little relief,” Bailey said. “In addition to social networking and a digital resume, a customized printed resume could create a lasting impression that gets you in the door.”

Campus Copy also is developing an online template for ordering social networking business cards that will be available in the next few weeks.

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The College of Social Sciences and Public Affairs graduated 308 students on Saturday, which represents 25% of all students graduating. The eight colleges at Boise State University graduates a total of 1249 students. Congratulations to all our grads!

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Planning in the West

Join an important conversation about our future
June 17th and 18th, 2009
Stueckle Sky Center, Boise State University
Boise, Idaho

Register Now!

NewWest.Net is proud to announce the 1st annual Planning in the West conference, produced in partnership with Boise State University. Featuring leading planners, policy-makers, architects, developers, and landscape designers from around the Rockies, this conference aims to track planning and development trends, showcase best practices, and understand how thoughtful and place-inspired planning can help us shape our region in the most positive possible ways.

Wednesday, June 17th will feature three pre-conference tours focused on art and architecture in streetscapes, mixed use and infill, and renewable energy projects in Boise and how Boise State University is leading the way. The day will conclude with a conference opening reception and social.

Thursday, June 18th is a full-day program at the spectacular Stueckle Sky Center at Boise State University with a mix of presentations, panel discussions, and networking opportunities. Highlights of the day will include:

* Analysis of planning in our region and the state of the business in light of the broad-based economic slowdown - and the opportunities presented by place-based planning for our rural and urban areas in the Northern Rockies.

* Keynote speakers: Chris Duerksen AICP, from Clarion Associates, will discuss sustainable community development codes for the West; and Dr. Arthur C. Nelson, FAICP, Director of Metropolitan Research from the University of Utah, will share a new perspective and stats on planning and growth trends of the Snake River Corridor and what can position us for a prosperous future.

* Discussion of creative approaches to planning with a green mind, new models for working with city/county codes on sustainability codes, and innovative methods to incorporate natural infrastructure when planning.

* Presentations on innovative land designs, community development projects and architecture from regional and national leading practitioners.

* A splendid setting at the Stueckle Sky Center overlooking Boise, and lively networking with some of the top planning and development professionals from around the region.

In today’s challenging economic environment, it’s more important than ever to stay ahead of the curve and find every possible opportunity. Join an important conversation at the 1st annual Planning in the West conference to discuss the future of the Northern Rockies with top speakers, great networking and critical insights you won’t want to miss.

View the full program, or call the College of Social Sciences and Public Affairs for more details at 426-1333.

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City Council President David Eberle has recommended to his colleagues on the Boise City Council that they consider giving preference to local companies who bid on City contracts. Boise State University Professor Emeritus Jim Weatherby weighed in:

The balance between encouraging local bidders and not discouraging outside competition is important, said Jim Weatherby, Boise State University emeritus professor of public policy. “These ordinances appear to work in other parts of the county,” Weatherby said. “The question is, how often are they used?”

See the full article in the Idaho Statesman.

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Fettuccine Forum May 7, 2009

“Cities without History: Planning and Urban Identity”

Boise – Do we want Capitol Boulevard to be a world-class experience? How can we create great neighborhood places? How do we avoid becoming Anytown, USA? By understanding our heritage and its pallet of materials, citizens can guide Boise’s future growth. Local planner John Bertram will share his top ten inspiring and stimulating calls to action.

Bring a friend and join us for the final forum of the season. The evening promises to be insightful, timely and thought-provoking.

Throughout his 30-year career with Planmakers, Mr. Bertram has worked to understand unique characteristics and create places with strong local identity. He has helped Boise plan and implement key Boise projects.

Come for the food! Come for the information! Come to First Thursday!

The Fettuccine Forum is a free public lecture series on six First Thursdays throughout the academic year. Donations are gladly accepted! The forum is held in the Rose Room in downtown Boise’s historic Union Block, 718 W. Idaho Street. The doors open at 5:00 p.m. and the presentation begins at 5:30 p.m. Free appetizers will be served and fettuccine will be available for $5.00, catered by Life’s Kitchen. Jo’s Traveling Bar (a no-host-bar) is a feature every month at the Forum.

The Fettuccine Forum is being produced by the Boise City Department of Arts & History in conjunction with Boise State University and with support from Ken Howell / Park Lane Management and Commercial Sign and Design. Lively and informal, the monthly event invites the public to interact with politicians, artists, historians, activists, advocates and professionals in an effort to promote good citizenship and responsible growth through education.

The forum includes a companion workshop titled “Arts and History Define Sense of Place” taught by John Bertram, Planmakers Planning and Urban Design and Professor Todd Shallat, Boise State University. Workshops are offered for graduate and undergraduate credit. Students can register for workshops online through Bronco Web. Teachers interested in professional education credit options may contact Nancy Tacke at nancytacke@boisestate.edu or (208) 426-4629.

This ends the 2008-2009 Fettuccine Forums. Thanks for a great season and we will see you in the fall!

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Several SSPA faculty were in the news this week including:

Heidi Reeder, associate professor of communication, was quoted in a KIVI Channel 6 report about deciding which parent should stay home to care for the children. The report was part of the station’s “He Said, She Said” series.

Charles Honts, professor of psychology, recently presented his paper titled “Polygraph Examiners Unable to Discriminate True and False Juvenile Confessions: Reid Training Detrimental” at the 2009 meeting of the American Psychology Law Society in San Antonio, Texas. Co-authors are S. Kassin and K.D. Forrest.

Andrew Giacomazzi, associate professor and chairman of the Criminal Justice Department, was selected as the Administrator of the Year by the Idaho Association of Educational Office Professionals (IAEOP) and was honored at the association’s annual spring conference April 2-4 in Idaho Falls.

News courtesy of the Boise State University UPDATE.

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In this installment, Dr. Stephanie Witt, Director of the Public Policy Center at Boise State University, discusses U.S./Canada policy with Boise State political science professors Ross Burkhart and Lori Hausegger.

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In this installment, Dr. Stephanie Witt, Director of the Public Policy Center at Boise State University, discusses the prospects of a local option tax to fund public transportation in the Treasure Valley.

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In this installment, Dr. Stephanie Witt, Director of the Public Policy Center at Boise State University, talks about the Idaho Legislature with Gary Moncrief from Boise State’s Political Science Department.

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In this installment, Dr. Stephanie Witt, Director of the Public Policy Center at Boise State University, talks education policy with Greg Hill from Boise State’s Political Science Department.

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