Beristain named CEO of Boise State University Foundation
The Boise State University Foundation Board of Directors is pleased to announce that Argia Beristain has been named Chief Executive Officer.
“The Foundation Board of Directors has seen firsthand Argia’s exceptional leadership skills on display and the results she has achieved in a short period of time,” said Jim Martin, Foundation Board Chair. “We are excited to continue to work beside Argia and to take her lead as she moves our Foundation forward.”
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Meet Scholarship Recipient Ally Almaraz
Almaraz is an Idahoan born in Nampa, but her drive, intelligence and Boise State education are helping her take the next step. She expects to graduate in the spring of 2024 with a bachelor’s degree in engineering, but in the summer of 2022, she interned in NASA’s ISGC internship program — a stepping stone on the way to a graduate degree, additional research and eventually, she said, a career in the private sector.
Another dream for Scott Matlock in the NFL
In the weeks leading up to April’s NFL Draft, Scott Matlock took nothing for granted. When he visited NFL teams, the former Boise State defensive lineman still was excited by the fact he would get picked up at the airport by someone holding a sign with his name. He took photos each step of the way, seeing cities he never imagined himself in. On April 29, a dream that seemed far-fetched not too long ago came true — Matlock was drafted in the sixth round, the 200th overall pick, by the Los Angeles Chargers.
Longtime Donors Pay it Forward
Glen Walker and Caile Spear are longtime donors, showing unwavering support to Boise State University students with contributions spanning over a quarter-century. These Chaffee Guild Members — donors who give at a leadership level — consistently extend a financial lifeline to countless students, recognizing the journey students undertake to pursue higher education.
How Endowing Faculty Positions Boosts Boise State
Boise State has aspirations — for its students, faculty and the communities it serves. That’s why it prioritizes private support of endowed faculty.
Endowments are investments that yield extra income for instructors and scholars, usually named after donors or their loved ones. They supplement salaries, fund research projects, equip laboratories, pay for travel and other expenses, and hire graduate students.
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The Boise State University Foundation is recognized as a tax-exempt organization under 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code (#82-6010706).
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From humble beginnings, a community came together to create a place where women… and men… could pursue education and build a better life… For themselves. For their community. For Idaho. From the very beginning, inspired by the landscape and the freedom it represented, they called themselves… Broncos. What they built would become a catalyst for community… For audacious ideas and Relentless Innovation… A Powerhouse University.
*crowd chanting: Boise! State!*
Where challenges lead to trailblazing breakthroughs, and humble confidence inspires curiosity. Exploring every detail down to Quantum DNA, our passion ignites our pursuits and our people become rocket fuel for reaching the stars. And when faced with adversity, we draw up a Blueprint for success. Because our blue collar work ethic turns impossible dreams into triumphs that shock the world. (announcer) and it’s a fake play (announcer) they’re going to score (announcer) and the Broncos have won the Fiesta Bowl! (announcer) Can you believe it!?
*horses galloping*
Boise State was built on the backs of Broncos and their unbridled spirit, who made Idaho their stomping ground, and put Boise on the map. But that was then, and this is… what’s next. Empowering the next generation of Broncos by removing obstacles to success. We are pushing the boundaries of research discoveries, forging a path of progress and relentless innovation. Competing at the highest level, on The Blue and beyond. Why do we do this? Because we are Broncos, and nothing will hold us back. We are Proud. We are Loyal. And we are charging into a future of our own making, together. *music swells*