Meet Boise State’s new president, Dr. Marlene Tromp! Here are a few random things to give you a sense of our new leader.
1) Dr. Tromp is the 7th president – and first woman president – of the university.
Those who preceded her are:
- 2003-2018 Dr. Bob Kustra
- 1993-2003 Dr. Charles Ruch
- 1978-1991 Dr. John Keiser
- 1967-1977 Dr. John Barnes
- 1936-1967 Dr. Eugene Chaffee
- 1932-1934 Bishop Middleton Barnwell
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2) Dr. Tromp is a first-generation college graduate from Wyoming
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“My dad worked a lot of overtime, and I worked several jobs to help pay the costs of my schooling. I understand what it’s like to be a first-generation college student.”
3) Dr. Tromp has an office in the administration building.
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But she’s more often seen out and about on campus. Even when she’s in her office, she’s not lounging, but walking at her treadmill desk.
4) Dr. Tromp uses Twitter. A lot.
From August 24 – Bluebonic Plague: “An incurable & contagious passion for the Broncos. Symptoms may include blueing and oranging of clothing, skin, or hair; fatigued vocal cords; frenzied joy at competitions; & a love for all things @boisestatelive.” #BleedBlue
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Keep up with her @MarleneTromp.
5) Dr. Tromp moved to Boise from Santa Cruz, California
Joining her are her 17 year-old son, 91 year-old mother, and dog Hamlin.