Campus Resources

As an institution, we have many offices that support students to thrive, support us as faculty, and offer us ways to engage with the Boise State community.  As a new faculty member, there is value in knowing these offices exist, so you can reach out to them when you need them. 

208-426-4049, boisestate.edu/aasc/

…for questions about academic advising, tutorial and academic skill building services,  and to submit an Academic Alert to connect a struggling student to an advisor. AASC specializes in supporting first year students, students exploring majors, transfer students and students at academic risk

208-426-1527, boisestate.edu/care/

…CARE stands for Campus Assessment, Resource, and Evaluation.  If you believe a student, faculty, or staff member may be at risk of harming themselves or someone else and you are unsure of where to turn for assistance, file a CARE alert.

208-426-1747, boisestate.edu/career/

The Career Center is not just a resource for students! We are here to support you in helping your students understand how what they’re doing in your courses contributes to their ability to obtain meaningful work upon graduation. We can assist you in connecting your course learning outcomes to skills students will need in a career. We provide a variety of resources to help you proactively address the career planning needs of your students at all levels, including online modules, activities and assignments, videos, career assessments, and customized workshops. Additionally, our office manages the Internship, Work U, and Student Employment programs. Get started at boisestate.edu/career/faculty-staff/ and let us know how we can support you!

208-426-2630, boisestate.edu/globaleducation-glo/

…facilitates the comprehensive internationalization of the university and offers many opportunities for students, faculty, staff, and community members to become involved in international education at Boise State.  We coordinate education abroad, National Student Exchange, faculty teaching abroad opportunities, Fulbright scholar advising, visiting Fulbright scholars support, and faculty led education abroad programs. GLO is also a US Passport Acceptance Facility. New passports are accepted by appointment in the Global Learning Opportunities office.

208-426-1583, boisestate.edu/eac/

… Supports students who have identified as having a disability. The EAC determines reasonable, appropriate academic and housing accommodations as mandated by federal and state laws and university policy.

208-426-1664, boisestate.edu/financialaid/

…manages student financial aid on campus.  Their website tracks important deadlines and maintains information about eligibility and applications for financial aid.

208-426-4259, boisestate.edu/genderequity/

…empowers students to achieve their academic goals by providing educational events, support services and a safe place. Student staff create co-curricular events focused on preventing violence and learning about issues related to gender and sexual orientation, including: body image, intersections of identities, LGBTQIA+ identities, allyship, healthy relationships, consent, masculinity, and much more. Professional staff are available to conduct interactive classroom sessions on any of these topics or special topics by request. Licensed Master Social Workers provide no-cost, confidential crisis support, resources, and referrals for campus members experiencing a variety of life issues. Specialty areas for support include LGBT identity, sexual assault, relationship violence, and stalking. Third parties are also welcome to access resources, referrals and information.

208-426-1122, boisestate.edu/honors/

…offers talented, highly motivated students the personalized attention of a small liberal arts school while drawing upon the resources of a large university.  In support of its mission, the Honors College at Boise State is open to majors from all academic disciplines.

208-426-1459, boisestate.edu/healthservices/

…provides medical, counseling, wellness, and insurance/billing. The Health Center is accessible to all Boise State students, faculty and staff. Health Services is housed in the Norco Building (first two floors). Call (208) 426-1459 to make an appointment. Walk-ins are also available for those last minute bugs. Suggested walk-in visits include: allergy injections, vaccines, colds, flu symptoms, and other simple medical concerns.  Patients are seen on a first-come, first-served, walk-in basis. Wellness Services/BroncoFit is available to empower you in your lifelong commitment to health by providing comprehensive wellness resources and programming. Counseling Services helps students and employees tap into their strengths and find resources to deal more effectively with concerns that impact their pursuit of personal and academic/professional goals.

208-426-3652, boisestate.edu/globaleducation-iss/

…provides the support and assistance necessary for international students to achieve their educational goals and to ensure institutional compliance with immigration regulations. ISS serves as the primary source of expertise regarding immigration and cross-cultural issues for the campus at-large. ISS acts as a welcoming center where international student needs can be met directly or referred to the appropriate university or community resource. ISS serves as a liaison between faculty, staff and international students and offers cross cultural trainings campuswide.

208-426-1194, boisestate.edu/education-mcnair/

…is a federally funded grant program housed in the College of Education’s Center for Multicultural and Education Opportunities. The McNair Scholars Program is an academic achievement and graduate school preparatory program for undergraduate students who are first generation and low-income and/or underrepresented in graduate programs. The program prepares students for graduate studies through scholarly enrichment, exposure to research, and other academic experiences and opportunities. The program collaborates with Faculty Mentors to prepare McNair Scholars to successfully pursue a Ph.D. and careers in university teaching and research.

208-426-1527, boisestate.edu/deanofstudents/

…provides a variety of services designed to support student success and engagement while playing a significant role in supporting and empowering students and their families during difficult times.  Services include course withdrawal advising, student emergency fund, campus food pantry, courtesy absence notifications for students dealing with health issues or emergencies, death notifications, and ASBSU student legal advising services.

208-426-1905, boisestate.edu/undergraduate-research/. . .(OUR Boise State) builds and nurtures a vibrant, inclusive research community where all undergraduate students are actively engaged in the scholarly life of the university and region. OUR broadens undergraduate students’ access to, and facilitates participation in, scholarly activities. As part of this effort, OUR cultivates faculty capacity to engage and inclusively mentor undergraduate students.

208-426-5950, boisestate.edu/student-equity/

…works to raise awareness and understanding about marginalized and oppressed groups in both non-dominant and dominant cultures and provide opportunities to all for action and interaction. Student Equity focuses on education in the areas of development, issues of power and privilege, social justice and internalized oppression and promotes an environment where people with different values and beliefs are treated with respect and dignity. Student Equity offers a space for students to gather and a variety of services and programs, many of which are also open to faculty and staff. We work with faculty to provide classroom presentations and to bring speakers to campus.

208-426-3583, boisestate.edu/education-trs/

…a federally funded TRIO program, is a multi-faceted support unit—offering advising, academic assistance and encouragement for first-generation, low-income and/or students with a documented disability. Our main goal is to help students achieve their goal of attaining a Bachelors degree.

208-426-4057, boisestate.edu/academics-uf/

…is our general education curriculum focused around university learning outcomes reflecting University’s commitment to undergraduate education. It offers a shared experience that unifies our student body and expands students’ awareness of themselves and their world. Faculty from departments across the university teach courses associated with the UF program at the 100, 200, and 400 level.

208-426-3744, boisestate.edu/veterans/

…is a place for Veterans and Dependents of Veterans to Support and advising services for Veterans and benefit-eligible dependents. Processes GI Bill benefits and declarations to access funds. Office includes a lounge and study area for students to access during business hours.  We are here to make a Veteran’s education as stress free as possible, as well as being a resource for faculty and staff regarding our Veteran population.

208-426-1298, boisestate.edu/writingcenter/

…is a place for writers of all disciplines and language levels to come and discuss their writing.  Instructors can encourage students in their courses to work with The Writing Center on written assignments in face-to-face or email consultations.

208-426-4049, boisestate.edu/aasc/

…for questions about academic advising, tutorial and academic skill building services,  and to submit an Academic Alert to connect a struggling student to an advisor.  AASC specializes in supporting first year students, students exploring majors, transfer students and students at academic risk

208-426-1527, boisestate.edu/care/

…CARE stands for Campus Assessment, Resource, and Evaluation.  If you believe a student, faculty, or staff member may be at risk of harming themselves or someone else and you are unsure of where to turn for assistance, file a CARE alert.

208-426-1747, boisestate.edu/career/

The Career Center is not just a resource for students! We are here to support you in helping your students understand how what they’re doing in your courses contributes to their ability to obtain meaningful work upon graduation. We can assist you in connecting your course learning outcomes to skills students will need in a career. We provide a variety of resources to help you proactively address the career planning needs of your students at all levels, including online modules, activities and assignments, videos, career assessments, and customized workshops. Additionally, our office manages the Internship, Work U, and Student Employment programs. Get started at boisestate.edu/career/faculty-staff/ and let us know how we can support you!

208-426-2630, boisestate.edu/globaleducation-glo/

…facilitates the comprehensive internationalization of the university and offers many opportunities for students, faculty, staff, and community members to become involved in international education at Boise State.  We coordinate education abroad, National Student Exchange, faculty teaching abroad opportunities, Fulbright scholar advising, visiting Fulbright scholars support, and faculty led education abroad programs. GLO is also a US Passport Acceptance Facility. New passports are accepted by appointment in the Global Learning Opportunities office.

(208) 426-5732, boisestate.edu/research/

. . .fosters an environment where research and creative activity thrive by providing comprehensive support for faculty during all phases of the research endeavor; managing the university’s intellectual property portfolio; facilitating relationships with industry for research and commercialization collaboration; and leading outreach aimed at fostering economic development in Boise and the region.

208-426-1583, boisestate.edu/eac/

… Supports students who have identified as having a disability. The EAC determines reasonable, appropriate academic and housing accommodations as mandated by federal and state laws and university policy.

208-426-1664, boisestate.edu/financialaid/

…manages student financial aid on campus.  Their website tracks important deadlines and maintains information about eligibility and applications for financial aid.

208-426-4259, boisestate.edu/genderequity/

…empowers students to achieve their academic goals by providing educational events, support services and a safe place. Student staff create co-curricular events focused on preventing violence and learning about issues related to gender and sexual orientation, including: body image, intersections of identities, LGBTQIA+ identities, allyship, healthy relationships, consent, masculinity, and much more. Professional staff are available to conduct interactive classroom sessions on any of these topics or special topics by request. Licensed Master Social Workers provide no-cost, confidential crisis support, resources, and referrals for campus members experiencing a variety of life issues. Specialty areas for support include LGBT identity, sexual assault, relationship violence, and stalking. Third parties are also welcome to access resources, referrals and information.

208-426-1122, boisestate.edu/honors/

…offers talented, highly motivated students the personalized attention of a small liberal arts school while drawing upon the resources of a large university.  In support of its mission, the Honors College at Boise State is open to majors from all academic disciplines.

208-426-1459, boisestate.edu/healthservices/

…provides medical, counseling, wellness, and insurance/billing. The Health Center is accessible to all Boise State students, faculty and staff. Health Services is housed in the Norco Building (first two floors). Call (208) 426-1459 to make an appointment. Walk-ins are also available for those last minute bugs. Suggested walk-in visits include: allergy injections, vaccines, colds, flu symptoms, and other simple medical concerns.  Patients are seen on a first-come, first-served, walk-in basis. Wellness Services/BroncoFit is available to empower you in your lifelong commitment to health by providing comprehensive wellness resources and programming. Counseling Services helps students and employees tap into their strengths and find resources to deal more effectively with concerns that impact their pursuit of personal and academic/professional goals.

208-426-1905, https://www.boisestate.edu/ifits/

. . .creates and nurtures a vibrant inclusive community where all are actively engaged in the scholarly life of the university and the region. The institute increases access to, supports professional development in, and accelerates the impacts from transformative scholarship.

208-426-3652, boisestate.edu/globaleducation-iss/

…provides the support and assistance necessary for international students to achieve their educational goals and to ensure institutional compliance with immigration regulations. ISS serves as the primary source of expertise regarding immigration and cross-cultural issues for the campus at-large. ISS acts as a welcoming center where international student needs can be met directly or referred to the appropriate university or community resource. ISS serves as a liaison between faculty, staff and international students and offers cross cultural trainings campuswide.

208-426-1194, boisestate.edu/education-mcnair/

…is a federally funded grant program housed in the College of Education’s Center for Multicultural and Education Opportunities. The McNair Scholars Program is an academic achievement and graduate school preparatory program for undergraduate students who are first generation and low-income and/or underrepresented in graduate programs. The program prepares students for graduate studies through scholarly enrichment, exposure to research, and other academic experiences and opportunities. The program collaborates with Faculty Mentors to prepare McNair Scholars to successfully pursue a Ph.D. and careers in university teaching and research.

208-426-5950, boisestate.edu/student-equity/

…works to raise awareness and understanding about marginalized and oppressed groups in both non-dominant and dominant cultures and provide opportunities to all for action and interaction. Student Equity focuses on education in the areas of development, issues of power and privilege, social justice and internalized oppression and promotes an environment where people with different values and beliefs are treated with respect and dignity. Student Equity offers a space for students to gather and a variety of services and programs, many of which are also open to faculty and staff. We work with faculty to provide classroom presentations and to bring speakers to campus.

208-426-1527, boisestate.edu/deanofstudents/

…provides a variety of services designed to support student success and engagement while playing a significant role in supporting and empowering students and their families during difficult times.  Services include course withdrawal advising, student emergency fund, campus food pantry, courtesy absence notifications for students dealing with health issues or emergencies, death notifications, and ASBSU student legal advising services.

(208) 426-4420, boisestate.edu/research-osp/

. . .(OSP) supports faculty in finding funding to support their projects. OSP staff help faculty with preparing and submitting grant proposals; drafting, negotiating, and accepting awards; managing awards efficiently and compliantly; and more.

208-426-3583, boisestate.edu/education-trs/

…a federally funded TRIO program, is a multi-faceted support unit—offering advising, academic assistance and encouragement for first-generation, low-income and/or students with a documented disability. Our main goal is to help students achieve their goal of attaining a Bachelors degree.

208-426-4057, boisestate.edu/academics-uf/

…is our general education curriculum focused around university learning outcomes reflecting University’s commitment to undergraduate education. It offers a shared experience that unifies our student body and expands students’ awareness of themselves and their world. Faculty from departments across the university teach courses associated with the UF program at the 100, 200, and 400 level.

208-426-3744, boisestate.edu/veterans/

…is a place for Veterans and Dependents of Veterans to Support and advising services for Veterans and benefit-eligible dependents. Processes GI Bill benefits and declarations to access funds. Office includes a lounge and study area for students to access during business hours.  We are here to make a Veteran’s education as stress free as possible, as well as being a resource for faculty and staff regarding our Veteran population.

208-426-1298, boisestate.edu/writingcenter/

…is a place for writers of all disciplines and language levels to come and discuss their writing.  Instructors can encourage students in their courses to work with The Writing Center on written assignments in face-to-face or email consultations.

208-426-4737, broncosports.com/sports/2018/5/30/tickets-home.aspx

…provides ticket services online and from its office on the ground level of the Stueckle Sky Center located on the west side of Bronco Stadium.

208-426-3663, boisestatepublicradio.org/

…your public radio source in the Treasure Valley.  Tune into KBSX 91.5FM and KBSU 90.3FM.

208-426-1131, boisestate.edu/recreation/

…provides faculty, students and staff with state-of-the art facilities and a variety of programs to help foster lifelong healthy habits.  The 105,000 square foot Student Recreation Center serves as the hub for fitness programs, aquatic programs, intramural and club sports, as well as outdoor rentals, trips and seminars.  Campus Recreation programs and facilities are accessible to all full time students through activity fees and offers low cost options for part time students, faculty, staff and alumni members and their spouse/partner.

208-426-1131, boisestate.edu/clc/

…is a partnership between Campus Recreation and Transportation and Parking Services. It is located in the Lincoln Parking Garage – adjacent to the Student Recreation Center and the Student Union. The Cycle Learning Center offers educational programs, bicycle service and repair, rentals, and equipment to keep you safe and on the road.

208-426-4404, boisestate.edu/childrenscenter/

…established in November 1979 to provide a quality child care program for the children of full and part-time Boise State students, faculty and staff. To further advance campus and community relations, alumni and community parents may enroll their children if space is available. The Children’s center is accredited through the National Association of the Education of Young Children. Our professional staff provides a model educational program for all the families it serves. Students from University Academic and Technical school programs and students from the Colleges of Education and Health Sciences are assigned to the Center for internships, field methods, and volunteer work.

208-426-6911 (24 Hours), boisestate.edu/publicsafety/

The Department of Public Safety is your one-stop resource for keeping Boise State safe for you and your students. Our 24/7 Communications Center is always available at 426-6911. Call us if you see anything suspicious, need assistance with getting access to buildings/classrooms, and are having issues with disruptive individuals on campus.  We host training for Campus Safety Preparedness, Targeted Violence (Active Shooter) and/or Workplace Violence classes, and provide Emergency Response Guidelines specific to the Boise State campus, check out our Faculty Resources page at: boisestate.edu/publicsafety-emergencymanagement/ioem/resources-for-faculty/

208-426-6911, boisestate.edu/publicsafety-security/

Campus Security and Police Services is made up of security officers and Boise Police officers.  We are responsible for building security, grounds security, and emergency response.  Please call us for security escorts, security stand-bys, crime reporting, bike registration, vehicle unlocks, jump-starts, active shooter or other safety training, and office/room unlocks.  We are available 24/7.

Also, download the Rave Guardian Safety App Rave Guardian. The app allows users to send anonymous text or photo tips to the Department of Public Safety for suspicious or criminal activities witnessed on campus.  You can also set a safety timer to notify designated guardians while walking across campus or downtown. In addition, the “Call Public Safety” button will contact the Boise State University Department of Public Safety Communications Center (24/7) with the tap of a finger, providing the user’s information and GPS location while you are talking with our dispatcher.

208-426-3638, boisestate.edu/publicsafety-emergencymanagement/

Along with maintaining the campus Emergency Operations Plan, the Office of Emergency Management manages the BroncoAlert Emergency Notification System; make sure you Opt-In with your mobile device information in order to receive text messages for campus emergencies, class delays, and advisories.

208-426-1409, boisestate.edu/operations/facilities/

We maintain facilities and grounds. Maintenance issues can be reported by calling 426-1409, sending a text message to Text-n-Fix or emailing  svcreqs@boisestate.edu.  We also provide the following support services to the campus community: Access to buildings/rooms via electronic access and keys, office moves, picking up salvage and keeping surplus for the campus to reuse, record retention, delivery of UPS, FedEx, Freight packages and a store with items for purchase, ie, batteries, bankers boxes, facial tissue, etc.

208-426-1459, boisestate.edu/healthservices/

…provides medical, counseling, wellness, and insurance/billing. The Health Center is accessible to all Boise State students, faculty and staff. Health Services is housed in the Norco Building (first two floors). Call (208) 426-1459 to make an appointment. Walk-ins are also available for those last minute bugs. Suggested walk-in visits include: allergy injections, vaccines, colds, flu symptoms, and other simple medical concerns.  Patients are seen on a first-come, first-served, walk-in basis. Wellness Services/BroncoFit is available to empower you in your lifelong commitment to health by providing comprehensive wellness resources and programming. Counseling Services helps students and employees tap into their strengths and find resources to deal more effectively with concerns that impact their pursuit of personal and academic/professional goals.

208-426-1616, boisestate.edu/hrs/

…provides University faculty and staff with professional advice and strategic support related to hiring and staffing, benefits and retirement, compensation, payroll, employee relations, and learning and development. Our HR Business Partners provide professional assistance to individuals, and guidance to managers and supervisors in the areas of policy interpretation, problem solving, organizational change, and performance management.

208-426-1258, boisestate.edu/compliance/

…coordinates compliance activities throughout campus, providing oversight, monitoring, investigations, and reporting when necessary. Promotes an ethical culture of accountability, integrity, and adherence to the University’s Standards of Conduct. Primary subject matter experts on University Tax compliance, Title IX, ADA/504 and Title VI, EEO/AA, Export Controls, and Conflicts of Interest/Commitment.

208-426-6283, boisestate.edu/academics-ombuds/

…helps you find solutions to problem/questions interfering with your work. The Ombuds listens, helps you explore options, identify resources, interpret policies, and may facilitate non-adversarial problem-solving.  The Ombuds is sworn to provide confidentiality and impartiality, in an informal and independent setting.

208-426-7275, boisestate.edu/publicsafety-transportation

Your one stop shop for information and services for getting around Boise State and Boise: parking permits, city bus schedules, and campus car share information; check out the Shuttle Tracker for free campus shuttle service.

208-426-1795, boisestate.edu/vpfa-pcard/

. . . for questions regarding the university purchasing card program.  The university purchasing card (or P-Card) is a corporate liability credit card issued for approved purchases necessary for business.  Boise State University is responsible for bill payment.  Staff issued a card are responsible for managing the card in accordance with university policy.

208-426-4440, boisestate.edu/hrs/payroll/

..for questions regarding submitting vacation or sick leave, paycheck questions including voluntary deductions and payroll taxes.  Direct deposit, W-4 and W-2s.

208-426-1283, boisestate.edu/vpfa-p2p/

…for questions on how to purchase or rent/lease goods and contract for services.   Mandatory vendor contracts are in place for many types of purchases.  Purchasing administers procurement procedures, reviews contracts in conjunction with Office of the General Counsel and issues purchase orders for all University departments.  When it is time to make a purchase, please involve us early.

208-426-4360, boisestate.edu/vpfa-travel/

…for questions regarding Boise State travel policy and procedures, contact the Travel and Expense specialists.  We can also help you with reimbursement questions when you have out-of-pocket purchases for work related expenses.