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Meet the CIC Team

Outdoor group photo of the Chemistry Instructional Center tutors

CIC Team

  • Portrait photo of Jasmine Baclig

    Jasmine Baclig

    Chemistry Instructional Assistant

    About Me: I’m from the Philippines but have lived in Boise since 2016. Outside of studying chemistry and computer science, I love learning languages, playing video games, and singing karaoke!

    I can help you with: Chem 307, 308, 309, and 310

    About Me: I’m from the Philippines but have lived in Boise since 2016. Outside of studying chemistry and computer science, I love learning languages, playing video games, and singing karaoke!

    I can help you with: Chem 307, 308, 309, and 310

  • Kenzie Ballinger

    Kenzie Ballinger

    Graduate Student

    About Me: I am a passionate and competitive soccer enthusiast. Whether I’m cheering on my favorite team or engaging in a friendly match with friends. Off the field, I bring the same level of determination and enthusiasm to everything I do. Let’s kick it!

    I can help you with: Chem 101, 101L, 111, 111L, 112, and 112L

    About Me: I am a passionate and competitive soccer enthusiast. Whether I’m cheering on my favorite team or engaging in a friendly match with friends. Off the field, I bring the same level of determination and enthusiasm to everything I do. Let’s kick it!

    I can help you with: Chem 101, 101L, 111, 111L, 112, and 112L

  • David in front of a tree during the fall season.

    David Boldridge

    Lab Instructor

    About Me: I’m a cyclist, and you will often find me exploring Boise on two wheels.  My favorite quote is “There are no shortcuts to any place worth going.” – Beverly Sills, American Opera soprano

    I can help you with: Chem 101, 111, 111L, 112, 112L, and 212

    About Me: I’m a cyclist, and you will often find me exploring Boise on two wheels.  My favorite quote is “There are no shortcuts to any place worth going.” – Beverly Sills, American Opera soprano

    I can help you with: Chem 101, 111, 111L, 112, 112L, and 212

  • Sebastian Bones

    Chemistry Instructional Assistant

    About Me: I am a chemistry major from Puerto Rico. I enjoy working with organic chemistry the most and hope to explore synthetic drug design more. When I’m not in the lab, I like to watch sports and hang out with friends.

    I can help you with: Chem 307, 308, 309, and 310

    About Me: I am a chemistry major from Puerto Rico. I enjoy working with organic chemistry the most and hope to explore synthetic drug design more. When I’m not in the lab, I like to watch sports and hang out with friends.

    I can help you with: Chem 307, 308, 309, and 310

  • Maddie Cardenas

    Maddie Cardenas

    Chemistry Instructional Assistant

    About Me: I’m currently majoring in biology and have a minor in chemistry. I also love to be outdoors and play soccer with friends!

    I can help you with: Chem 100, 101, 111, and 112

    About Me: I’m currently majoring in biology and have a minor in chemistry. I also love to be outdoors and play soccer with friends!

    I can help you with: Chem 100, 101, 111, and 112

  • Joanne on the blue turf hugging her daughter.

    Joanne Castle

    Lab Instructor

    About Me: I am a proud Boise State Mom!

    I can help you with: Chem 101, 111, 111L, 112, and 112L

    About Me: I am a proud Boise State Mom!

    I can help you with: Chem 101, 111, 111L, 112, and 112L

  • Bevin enjoying nature while kayaking.

    Bevin Daglen

    Lab Instructor

    About Me: I love to play! I’m into science, Judo, and the outdoors. This photo was taken in the summer of 2020 on the Boise River in my new kayak.

    I can help you with: Chem 101, 102, 111, 111L, 112, 112L, 307, and 308

    About Me: I love to play! I’m into science, Judo, and the outdoors. This photo was taken in the summer of 2020 on the Boise River in my new kayak.

    I can help you with: Chem 101, 102, 111, 111L, 112, 112L, 307, and 308

  • Madison Dirks skiing

    Madison Dirks

    Graduate Student

    About Me: I once wore a dress every single day of December (even while skiing) to raise awareness and money in order to prevent sex trafficking.

    I can help you with: Chem 307 and 308

    About Me: I once wore a dress every single day of December (even while skiing) to raise awareness and money in order to prevent sex trafficking.

    I can help you with: Chem 307 and 308

  • Emma Finigan

    Emma Finigan

    Chemistry Instructional Assistant

    About Me: I speak Spanish, work as a whitewater guide and trip leader with the Outdoor Program at Boise State, and am a political science major

    I can help you with: Chem 100, 101, 101L, 111, 111L, 112, 112L, 307, and 308

    About Me: I speak Spanish, work as a whitewater guide and trip leader with the Outdoor Program at Boise State, and am a political science major

    I can help you with: Chem 100, 101, 101L, 111, 111L, 112, 112L, 307, and 308

  • Morgan Fong

    Morgan Fong

    Chemistry Instructional Assistant

    About Me: I’m from Washington and I am a plant lover! I enjoy hiking, running and anything outdoors in any season. I always love to hear a good chemistry joke as well!

    I can help you with: Chem 307, 308, 309, and 310

    About Me: I’m from Washington and I am a plant lover! I enjoy hiking, running and anything outdoors in any season. I always love to hear a good chemistry joke as well!

    I can help you with: Chem 307, 308, 309, and 310

  • Photo of Maddelyn and her husband

    Maddelyn Glassey

    CIC Manager

    About Me: I am an Inorganic Chemistry Grad student who recently got married, adopted a kitten, and bought a house! Life can be so much fun and I hope to show you how fun chemistry can be! This is a photo of my husband (left) and me (right) at Lagoon Park in Utah.

    I can help you with: Chem 101, 101L, 111, 111L, 307, and 308

    About Me: I am an Inorganic Chemistry Grad student who recently got married, adopted a kitten, and bought a house! Life can be so much fun and I hope to show you how fun chemistry can be! This is a photo of my husband (left) and me (right) at Lagoon Park in Utah.

    I can help you with: Chem 101, 101L, 111, 111L, 307, and 308

  • Self portrait of Devon

    Devon Harrington

    Graduate Student

    About Me: My name is Devon Harrington and I’m a new organic chemist here at BSU. I love concerts and rock climbing. Working until I can change the world with psychopharmacology.

    I can help with: Chem 111 and 112

    About Me: My name is Devon Harrington and I’m a new organic chemist here at BSU. I love concerts and rock climbing. Working until I can change the world with psychopharmacology.

    I can help with: Chem 111 and 112

  • Max leaning against an ivy covered wall.

    Max Harvey

    Lab Instructor

    About Me: Born in Alaska, raised as a Texan. Snow Enthusiast.

    I can help you with: Chem 111, 111L, 112, and 112L

    About Me: Born in Alaska, raised as a Texan. Snow Enthusiast.

    I can help you with: Chem 111, 111L, 112, and 112L

  • Travis Hudok

    Travis Hudok

    Chemistry Instructional Assistant

    About Me: I am from Alaska, and when I’m not indoors doing chemistry, you can probably find me up at Bogus.

    I can help you with: Chem 101, 111, 112, 307, and 309

    About Me: I am from Alaska, and when I’m not indoors doing chemistry, you can probably find me up at Bogus.

    I can help you with: Chem 101, 111, 112, 307, and 309

  • Photo of Kylie Johnson standing in front of the Boise River

    Kylie Johnson

    Graduate Student

    About Me: I am just starting my graduate studies and am excited to learn more about all the aspects of chemistry. In my free time you can find me biking on the Boise Greenbelt, snowboarding at Bogus, or playing board games with my friends!

    I can help you with: Chem 111, 111L, 112, and 112L

    About Me: I am just starting my graduate studies and am excited to learn more about all the aspects of chemistry. In my free time you can find me biking on the Boise Greenbelt, snowboarding at Bogus, or playing board games with my friends!

    I can help you with: Chem 111, 111L, 112, and 112L

  • Seamus Jude behind Buster Bronco in the Boise State Gym

    Seamus Jude

    Chemistry Instructional Assistant

    About Me: I’m a senior biochemistry and molecular biology major(s) with a passion for science education. I love to cook, play music, and wake up with a good cup of coffee in the morning. I’m in the CIC on Thursdays from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm.

    I can help you with: Chem 211, 307, 308, 309, and 310

    About Me: I’m a senior biochemistry and molecular biology major(s) with a passion for science education. I love to cook, play music, and wake up with a good cup of coffee in the morning. I’m in the CIC on Thursdays from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm.

    I can help you with: Chem 211, 307, 308, 309, and 310

  • Gretchen Kunz with her husband and four sons

    Gretchen Kunz

    Lab Instructor

    About Me: I’m a mother of four boys and a military wife. I love to read and am a Korean Drama fan. I also love music and have eclectic musical tastes. I am a Biomolecular Sciences Ph.D. candidate with a Bachelors in Chemistry and a Masters in Biomolecular Sciences. I’ve been tutoring since 2016, and teaching Chemistry labs since 2018.

    I can help you with: Chem 100, 101, 101L, 111, 111L, 112, 112L, 307, 308, 309, and 310

    About Me: I’m a mother of four boys and a military wife. I love to read and am a Korean Drama fan. I also love music and have eclectic musical tastes. I am a Biomolecular Sciences Ph.D. candidate with a Bachelors in Chemistry and a Masters in Biomolecular Sciences. I’ve been tutoring since 2016, and teaching Chemistry labs since 2018.

    I can help you with: Chem 100, 101, 101L, 111, 111L, 112, 112L, 307, 308, 309, and 310

  • Matthew Lorentz standing atop a sand dune

    Matthew Lorentz

    Graduate Student

    About Me: I grew up in San Diego, California and came to Boise State to play in the Blue Thunder Marching Band. I also enjoy playing soccer and spending time with my friends!

    I can help you with: Chem 100, 101, 101L, 111, 111L, 112, and 112L

    About Me: I grew up in San Diego, California and came to Boise State to play in the Blue Thunder Marching Band. I also enjoy playing soccer and spending time with my friends!

    I can help you with: Chem 100, 101, 101L, 111, 111L, 112, and 112L

  • Molly Marchus

    Molly Marchus

    Chemistry Instructional Assistant

    About Me: I love everything outdoors and science! I’m an avid reader, a houseplant enthusiast, and a true crime fiend. Talk to me about any or all of the above!

    I can help you with: Chem 111, 111L, 112, and 112L.

    About Me: I love everything outdoors and science! I’m an avid reader, a houseplant enthusiast, and a true crime fiend. Talk to me about any or all of the above!

    I can help you with: Chem 111, 111L, 112, and 112L.

  • Christina Mottishaw

    Christina Mottishaw

    Laboratory Manager

    About Me: I help run the Chemistry Stockroom. That means you can come ask me questions in the CIC or in the stockroom. Come find me – I love talking about Physical Chemistry and Biochemistry, too!

    I can help you with: Chem 101, 101L, 111, 111L, 112, 112L, 307, 308, 309, and 310.

    About Me: I help run the Chemistry Stockroom. That means you can come ask me questions in the CIC or in the stockroom. Come find me – I love talking about Physical Chemistry and Biochemistry, too!

    I can help you with: Chem 101, 101L, 111, 111L, 112, 112L, 307, 308, 309, and 310.

  • Jeremy Naftzger

    Jeremy Naftzger

    Chemistry Instructional Assistant

    About Me: School and gym are all I do. Find me at either and ask for help.

    I can help you with: Chem 307, 308, 309, and 310

    About Me: School and gym are all I do. Find me at either and ask for help.

    I can help you with: Chem 307, 308, 309, and 310

  • Chris Pajak sitting on the edge of a raft in a river

    Chris Pajak

    Lab Instructor

    About Me: My hobbies are running rivers, skiing, and cooking.

    I can help you with: Chem 111, 111L, 307, and 308

    About Me: My hobbies are running rivers, skiing, and cooking.

    I can help you with: Chem 111, 111L, 307, and 308

  • portrait of Kathryn Pierson

    Kathryn Pierson

    Chemistry Instructional Assistant

    About Me: Boise native that loves to read or be outside. I’m a Biochemistry major with an English minor so I’m happy to talk about chemistry or what your current favorite book is!

    I can help you with: Chem 111, 112, 307, 308, 309, and 310

    About Me: Boise native that loves to read or be outside. I’m a Biochemistry major with an English minor so I’m happy to talk about chemistry or what your current favorite book is!

    I can help you with: Chem 111, 112, 307, 308, 309, and 310

  • Keaton Poe

    Keaton Poe

    Lab Instructor

    About Me: I enjoy hiking and photography. If you have questions about chemistry or local places to travel, I’ve got you!

    I can help you with: Chem 111, 111L, 112, 112L, 307, 308, 309, and 310

    About Me: I enjoy hiking and photography. If you have questions about chemistry or local places to travel, I’ve got you!

    I can help you with: Chem 111, 111L, 112, 112L, 307, 308, 309, and 310

  • Rachel Reichow standing in arena, wearing a hockey jersey

    Rachel Reichow

    Graduate Student

    About Me: I’m originally from Minnesota but came to Boise State to pursue my graduate degree in chemistry. In my free time I love hanging out with friends, trying new recipes, and watching hockey. Stop by to chat hockey or hear about my research with meteorites!

    I can help you with: Chem 101, 101L, 111, 111L, and 112L

    About Me: I’m originally from Minnesota but came to Boise State to pursue my graduate degree in chemistry. In my free time I love hanging out with friends, trying new recipes, and watching hockey. Stop by to chat hockey or hear about my research with meteorites!

    I can help you with: Chem 101, 101L, 111, 111L, and 112L

  • Antonio in a restaurant

    Antonio Reyes

    Chemistry Instructional Assistant

    About Me: I am double majoring in Biochemistry and Molecular and Cellular Biology. In my free time, you might see me nerding out watching math and science videos on Youtube. I am also a big foodie and love trying out new cuisines. Hit my line for your Organic/Analytical Chemistry needs!

    I can help you with: Chem 101, 101L, 111, 111L, 112, 112L, 211, 307, 308, 309, and 310.

    About Me: I am double majoring in Biochemistry and Molecular and Cellular Biology. In my free time, you might see me nerding out watching math and science videos on Youtube. I am also a big foodie and love trying out new cuisines. Hit my line for your Organic/Analytical Chemistry needs!

    I can help you with: Chem 101, 101L, 111, 111L, 112, 112L, 211, 307, 308, 309, and 310.

  • Tauras Rimkus

    Tauras Rimkus

    Chemistry Instructional Assistant

    About Me: I have a strong passion for all things related to fitness, and I am actively engaged in teaching a couple of yoga classes at the campus rec center. When it comes to Chemistry, the Organic side is definitely my forte.

    I can help you with: Chem 111, 112, 307, 308, 309, and 310

    About Me: I have a strong passion for all things related to fitness, and I am actively engaged in teaching a couple of yoga classes at the campus rec center. When it comes to Chemistry, the Organic side is definitely my forte.

    I can help you with: Chem 111, 112, 307, 308, 309, and 310

  • Dale Russell standing in front purple bougainvillea

    Dale Russell

    Chemistry Instructional Assistant

    About Me: My hobbies are skiing, backpacking rock climbing, mountaineering, and kayaking.

    I can help you with: Chem 100, 111, 111L, 112, 112L, and 307

    About Me: My hobbies are skiing, backpacking rock climbing, mountaineering, and kayaking.

    I can help you with: Chem 100, 111, 111L, 112, 112L, and 307

  • Emily Schlothauer

    Emily Schlothauer

    Chemistry Instructional Assistant

    About Me: Talk to me about anything regarding chemistry, biology, the gym, or cool hiking spots!

    I can help you with: Chem 111, 111L, 112, 112L, 307, and 308

    About Me: Talk to me about anything regarding chemistry, biology, the gym, or cool hiking spots!

    I can help you with: Chem 111, 111L, 112, 112L, 307, and 308

  • Beckett Sebolt standing in a gym

    Beckett Sebolt

    Chemistry Instructional Assistant

    About Me: I’m Beckett and a biochemistry major here at BSU. I’m a Boise native with an unending appetite for live music and bouldering. Feel free to tell me about your favorite venue in Boise!

    I can help you with: Chem 307, 308, 309, and 310

    About Me: I’m Beckett and a biochemistry major here at BSU. I’m a Boise native with an unending appetite for live music and bouldering. Feel free to tell me about your favorite venue in Boise!

    I can help you with: Chem 307, 308, 309, and 310

  • Selfie photo of Iris Smith

    Iris Smith

    Chemistry Instructional Assistant

    About Me: I am working towards a Biology major and Chemistry minor. In my spare time I like hiking, camping, painting, singing and spending time with my many pets.

    I can help you with: Chem 101, 101L, 111, 111L, 112, and 112L

    About Me: I am working towards a Biology major and Chemistry minor. In my spare time I like hiking, camping, painting, singing and spending time with my many pets.

    I can help you with: Chem 101, 101L, 111, 111L, 112, and 112L

  • Portrait photo of Cale Thornton

    Cale Thornton

    Graduate Student

    About Me: I moved to Boise to pursue my graduate studies. When I’m not doing chemistry you can find me skiing or climbing.

    I can help you with: Chem 111 and 112

    About Me: I moved to Boise to pursue my graduate studies. When I’m not doing chemistry you can find me skiing or climbing.

    I can help you with: Chem 111 and 112

  • Ashley Williams wearing Boise State graduation stole and cords

    Ashley Williams

    Graduate Student

    About Me: I am a Blue Thunder Marching Band Alumni. I have a Siamese cat named Bean. I love to read fantasy and fiction books.

    I can help you with: Chem 111L

    About Me: I am a Blue Thunder Marching Band Alumni. I have a Siamese cat named Bean. I love to read fantasy and fiction books.

    I can help you with: Chem 111L

Contact Us:

Chemistry Instructional Center Manager

Maddelyn Glassey

maddelynjackson@boisestate.edu