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Boise State University continues to break records and is thriving across academic programs, said Dr. Marlene Tromp during the annual State of the University address, touting success during the most recent academic year.
The address celebrated record growth in research, philanthropic giving and total graduates for the third consecutive year. During that same time, Boise State has seen a 20% increase in first-time student enrollment of Idaho residents, and total enrollment growth of 2.8%. She also shared that Boise State student-athletes achieved a 3.42 cumulative GPA, the highest in program history, along with a record 94% graduation rate.
“This is an extraordinary place, full of extraordinary people. Because of you, we have accomplished much more than most people imagined we could,” Tromp said. “We are achieving remarkable things for our students, for our state and region, and in the production of pathbreaking knowledge… When Boise State sets a goal, we achieve it.”
Boise State has served 3,586 veteran students over the past five years. In addition to assisting veterans who enroll as Broncos, Tromp said she is proud that the university also supports veterans who wish to attend any college or university.
Research expenditures topped $83 million last year, a 57% increase in the last five years. Since the launch last year of the five-year Unbridled fundraising and alumni engagement campaign, Boise State has raised $346.9 million of its $500 million goal. The campaign supports students, faculty and athletics. Tromp noted that 24,686 students have earned degrees over the past five years, since she joined Boise State as president.
The recorded address will be available to watch online soon.