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Smoked Out ! The Boise State campus will soon be smoke free

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

In October of 2008, Boise State announced its decision to become a smoke-free university. There will be no smoking in buildings, around buildings or anywhere on campus, period. Since the announcement, students have been talking and The Arbiter has been listening.

The Women's Center... What You Might Not Know

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

When you hear Women's Center you may wonder what we do. You may think to yourself, "Didn't women get equal rights decades ago?" or "Where's the men's center?" You may think about radical feminism or rest yourself assured that you would never be interested in such a place.

Cultural Diversity

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The Cultural Center at Boise State University is committed to raising awareness and understanding about underrepresented and oppressed groups in both minority and dominant culture, creating understanding about the needs of these groups and providing opportunities to all for action and interaction.

Are you a student struggling to stop Smoking?

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The prospect of feeling dizzy, depressed and nauseous does not arouse much motivation for the typical smoker to quit. Aside from battling a physiological and psychological addiction, battling through withdrawals is yet another obstacle between desired freedom and an unwanted bondage.

Sasquatch is alive!: Music festival draws 20,000 daily

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

With a name like Sasquatch, an event of epic proportions is to be expected. With well over 20,000 attendees per day, 80 plus acts, and one amazing venue, the 8th annual Sasquatch festival in George, Washington lived up to its larger-than-life title.

The three-day event had a trio stages located at the Gorge Amphitheatre.

Outdoor program gives students reasons to soak up the Outdoor program gives students reasons to soak up the sun

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Boise's unique location to the wilderness plus its plethora of inner-city activities provide those who seek much more than riding the sofa or getting their daily fix of XBOX. These activities are known as lifetime sports and participants gain from their healthy benefits as well as the addiction to outdoor recreation through shear exhilaration.

The 'Hawk' is never too far from the nest: Dan, Cody and Drew Hawkins

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Boise State football fans look at the program that spawned a new era of success with Chris Petersen leading the way. Just as many fans were left with jaws dragging on the floor when his predecessor, Dan Hawkins, chose to move forward to bigger and better things at the University of Colorado to take his shot at the Big 12 Conference.

Campus shuttles help students bypass parking fees

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

For Boise State University students looking to cut back on the stresses of campus parking, the Parking and Transportation Services might have just the thing.

Campus shuttles and trolleys are provided free of charge and follow a route in and around campus every day during the fall and spring semesters.

Kustra extends welcome

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Welcome New Students, What an exciting new opportunity awaits you at Boise State University this year. We extend our warmest welcome to join our thriving campus community. We offer you support to face the academic rigors ahead and encourage you to get involved in campus life.

Rec-creation nation

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Campus Recreation provides a variety of services and programs to benefit the entire Boise State community. The department is housed in the Student Recreation Center. In the broadest of terms, we facilitate informal recreation, intramural sports, club sports, fitness programs, outdoor educational programs, an outdoor rental shop, a climbing gym, massage therapy, an athletic training clinic, personal training and fitness assessments, and development of students through employment and leadership opportunities.

Student Affairs (not the dirty kind): The Vice President for Student Affairs offers services, information, and helpful resources

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs, located in the Administration Building, Room 208, provides support and service to students who seek information and advice about a wide range of school related issues or challenges. Service is provided in an atmosphere of confidentiality and concern.

Buster Bronco's Top 10 list: Living on campus more than just a bed, dorm and roommate

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

10 Your corral is in the center of campus! Campus living is convenient to your fast-paced lifestyle. The halls and apartments are located within an easy walk or bike ride to classes, the library, the SUB, Rec Center, computer labs, sporting events and cultural events.

Campus Copy offers Boise State's community free resume printing

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

With the economy ailing, it is easy to imagine how students, alumni and staff may be feeling the pressure. Boise State hopes to offer a little relief by providing free resume printing to all BSU students, alumni and staff who are actively seeking employment.

Mediation, consultation: The Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities protects the ode and serves the campus

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Welcome to Boise State University! While here, it's important to understand that there are a variety of resources available on campus to assist you in being successful. One such resource, the Office of Student Rights & Responsibilities (OSRR), provides a variety of services to assist you while attending Boise State University.

Students with disabilities set for success

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

What is the Disability Resource Center? The Disability Resource Center (DRC) is designed to meet the educational needs of enrolled students with documented disabilities. The philosophy and mission of this office is to encourage independence, assist students in realizing their academic potential, and to facilitate the elimination of physical, programmatic, and attitudinal barriers.

THE DISTANCE: Students use Bronco Card for... everything

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Bronco ID Welcome to Boise State University and congratulations on receiving your BroncoCard Campus ID. This card is your key to success at the University. The Boise State BroncoCard is issued to full-time and part-time students, as well as faculty, adjunct faculty, staff, visitors and persons affiliated with Boise State University.

Boise State University Statement of Shared Values

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Boise State University is committed to personal and social development, educational excellence, and civic engagement. Membership in the campus community is a privilege and requires its members to conduct themselves ethically with integrity and civility. Campus community members enjoy the same rights and freedoms that all U.

Service Learning benefits students, faculty, the community

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

This year close to 2000 BSU students participated in service-learning, which is a type of class that includes a service project to help you learn course material. Students from 120 different classes contributed over 50,000 hours of service to the Treasure Valley! Service-Learning classes were offered in every college on campus, examples include: College of Arts & Science: students in Dr.

"Orientation, Convocation, On your way to�Graduation!"

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

New Student and Family Programs is getting ready for another exciting year of working with all new students to make sure they get through their first year successfully.

It is our job to connect new students with the resources they need, especially each other! This is why making connections is the cornerstone of every orientation program coming up this summer.

Making a difference for future Art majors

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Before getting off the Connector into downtown Boise, you may have noticed a mural painted on the wall of the Interfaith Sanctuary Housing Services homeless shelter. With predominant shades of pink, the painting promotes "community, compassion, dignity, and respect" in bold letters.

5 Suggestions on how to achieve a higher education

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

1. Go to that quiet sanctuary filled with the thoughts of millions of minds, the library. How many of you shudder when I say research? I went into convulsions the first time I was assigned a 12-page paper. I begrudgingly sifted through an ocean of books trying to determine if Aaron Burr truly had an incestuous relationship with his daughter Theodosia, as claimed by Alexander Hamilton's character in the historical novel "Burr" by Gore Vidal.

Letters to the Editor

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Afternoon of music, fun with an impact Come to Alia's Coffeehouse Saturday, June 13, at 5 p.m. for a truly special event. Global Lounge is teaming up with Idaho Kids Count. It's the quarterly mixer. Connect with people from other countries and cultures now living in Boise.

Broncos floor Aggies

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Boise State gymnastics takes it to Utah State beating the Aggies 194.350 to 193.600. Team members wear silver "support ribbons" during the meet in support of bronco teammate Amy Glass whose season was ended by injury earlier at a meet in San Jose.

BSU puts on great showing at Idaho Cup

Mon, 06 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Through snow and then perfect weather, the track and field team swept away the competition Friday and Saturday in the Idaho Cup. "I was real happy," head coach Mike Maynard said. "I think the training is really coming into the body of the athletes and it was great.

BSU softball opens at home with a win

Mon, 09 Mar 2009 04:00:00 GMT

BSU and NNU hit the field for the first softball home game in BSU history at noon. Senior Mandy Klein got the start for the Broncos, but ran into trouble early in the second inning when she walked two batters to load the bases with only one out. Klein settled in and struck out the next two batters to end the inning and get out of the jam.

BSU Spring Scrimmage

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Boise State hits the field in full pads for its first spring scrimmage. The Broncos will open their season against Oregon. Video by Trent Lootens, editing by Josh Rasmussen

BSU vs SUU

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 04:00:00 GMT

It was a night of high-flying action, emotion and high scores for the Boise State gymnastics team as they pulled out a hard fought victory 196.22 to 195.225 against Southern Utah Saturday.

The No.23 Broncos coming off the highest scoring match of the season and needed every point to defeat the Thunderbirds.

BSU vs Utah Valley

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The Boise State women's softball team remained perfect after Saturday's sweep of the Utah Valley Wolverines. Both teams came into the weekend with a batting average of more than .300, but it was not until the fourth inning of the first game when runs started scoring.

BSU vs. U of I

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 05:00:00 GMT

A nearly sold-out crowd at Taco Bell Arena witnessed an incredibly surprising loss when the Boise State men's basketball team was defeated 56-54 by the University of Idaho (12-13, 6-6 WAC) Wednesday night.

Coach Pete Press Conference: Discusses pro day, spring ball

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The market was analyzed during pro day for some former Boise State Bronco football players on Tuesday. Participants worked out in front of multiple scouts, all waiting and watching to see if they might find a diamond in the rough. Some former Boise State football standouts included Ian Johnson, Vinny Perretta, Jeremy Childs, Chris O'Neill, Julian Hawkins and Andrew Woodruff.

Men's tennis defeats U of I

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The No. 27 Boise State men's tennis team had a mixture of ups and downs at the Boas Tennis Center Saturday as they beat inter-conference rival Idaho, but lost a heartbreaker to unranked Utah.

NCAA Tournament: First and second rounds hosted by Boise State

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Boise State's Taco Bell Arena played host to eight NCAA tournament teams: Marquette, Missouri, Portland St., Cornell, Wisconsin, Xavier, Florida St., and Utah St. Marquette, Missouri, Wisconsin and Xavier all advanced to the second round with first-round wins.

Rail Jam slides through BSU

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The Rail Jam Campus Tour travels the country with the mission of bringing the ski and snowboard scene to students. Watch video of the event.

Swimming and diving team takes to the pool against Oregon State

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The Boise State swimming and diving team loses it's final home meet of the season 177-111. Helping raise spirits are members of the football team competeing in the annual relay and big splash contest.

Track Twins

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 05:00:00 GMT

This indoor track season, Megan Olivetti broke the school record in the 60-meter hurdles with a time of 8.58 and earned Western Athletic Conference Athlete of the Week honors. Paige Olivetti has had just as successful season. She also earned WAC Athlete of the Week honors two weeks ago and currently has the fourth fastest time in the WAC in the 200-meters and fifth fastest time in the 400-meters.

Bowl-a-Thon

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Here are some pictures from Tuesday's Bowl-a-Thon, which is part of the Volunteer Services Board's Youth Week. During the event, students were able to bowl for only $2 a game, all proceeds going to Big Brothers, Big Sisters. The event will continue Thursday Feb.

Chilali Stalker Revealed

Thu, 05 Mar 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Zach Ganschow and Gray Battson do some investigative reporting and dig into the mystery of the Albino Peacock sighted around the Treasure Valley. What they find may shock you. This is an urban legend in the making.

BSU men take WAC track championship

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Bosie state men finish first in place. BSU women finish behind University of Idaho in third.

Blue and Orange Game

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Whenever you watch a 320-pound defensive tackle run for 25 yards, a cornerback receiving a pass, players getting "injured" during timeouts and a wide receiver throw an 85-yard touchdown pass on a reverse in the same game, you can be pretty sure you're watching Boise State spring football.