More then Just a Building

Brent has been a member of the Student Union since 2011 and from 2003-2009. Brent currently serves as the Student Union Director and provides leadership, supervision, development, and coordination for the Student Union. Brent rejoined Boise State University in 2011 and served as the Associate Director from 2011-2013. Brent spent two years as the Associate Director, Atwood Memorial Center at St. Cloud State University in Minnesota. From 2003 – 2009, Brent served in a variety of positions in the Student Union, including Evening Facilities Manager, Facilities Manager, and Assistant Director. Brent has a B.S. in Recreation Administration from St. Cloud State University and a Masters of Physical Education, Athletic Administration from Idaho State University.

I am always searching for new and exciting activities. Most recently I have begun riding my electric scooter to discover more of the city of Boise.

Joined the Student Union team as the Evening Facilities Manager in December 2007.

B.B.A, Business Management, Boise State University, 2005

Strengths

Significance, Strategic, Competition. Analytical, Achiever

Why the Student Union?

Working on campus at the Student Union is great. I enjoy working with a number of people to provide a clean, safe, and well-maintained environment.

I spend my free time raising chickens, ducks, dogs, and children and tending to our vegetable and flower garden. I love to sew, cook, craft, and party plan. I can spend hours discussing my latest podcast binge with you.

Education & Event Experience

Bachelor of Science in Communication  Certificate in Public Relations Boise State University.

Ask Me About

• Hacks for planning your on-campus events
• Marketing your event
• Student Employment Experience

Strengths

Relator, Adaptability, Strategic, Input, Belief

Why Events at Boise State?

Events undoubtedly create a memorable experience for our students. I love helping to shape those experiences and see them to fruition. Working in the Student Union as a student changed my career path and I arguably learned more in my job than in the classroom at times. Understanding that opportunity, I’m inspired to foster and create that same opportunity for Boise State students.

John has been associated with BSU since 1990. After a career in the military and 23 years at Micron, he has joined Boise State again. John has served in various facility management roles in the USA and Asia. John, his wife, and 5 kids enjoy the mountains and travel.

Ask Me About

• Choosing your passion instead of your Career
• Servant Leadership
• EHS workplace Themes and Topics

Why do you like working in the Union?

I bleed Blue and Orange. I love that I am passionate about my job.

Nate is a senior at Boise State graduating this fall with a B.S. in Health Sciences. He originally from north Idaho, and after he graduates he would like to get his paramedic or start a non-profit that utilizes video games, VR, and AR as therapy for anxiety, depression, and provide some normalcy for pediatrics patients who are dealing with long-term hospital stays. Nate likes reading, hiking, biking, and spending time with friends and family.

Ask Me About

• Managing work and school
• Experience working in Health Care
• Meeting new people and Communication

Why do you like working in the Student Union?

I enjoy the team I work with from management to students, I feel like there’s a lot of comradery and support within our staff, it doesn’t feel like a normal 9-5 job and I get to be on my feet.

Jakob is an avid lover of musical theatre, singing along to any and all music, pop culture news, reality TV shows, reading all kinds of books, good food, sparkling water, and spending time with his wife and dog, Lenny. Jakob holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Theatre from Central Washington University and a Master of Arts Degree in English – Technical Communication through Boise State. He also brings with him 8+ years of event and marketing experience from his time at Central Washington University and his work with the Idaho State Alumni Association.

Ask Me About

• Hosting your event in the Student Union Building
• The lyrics to literally any song…I swear I am a human jukebox
• Anything Broadway related #RetiredTheaterKid

Why do you like working in the Union?

The Student Union is the heart of campus and I love the energy and the collaboration that happens in the union. There is excitement all around and a great community that makes working here so much fun!

I am passionate about all things events. In my spare time, you can find me planning my epic Halloween yard skeleton scenes, or a Gottcha Day party for my spoiled shelter lab, Moose, and obsessing over True Crime. Outside of events, I can be found supporting the Idaho Humane Society, stand-up paddleboarding at the river, camping throughout Idaho, or trying out the newest restaurants in the Treasure Valley.

Education & Event Experience:

I joined the University Event Services team in 2019. I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication from Boise State University, so I have experienced Boise State events firsthand! Prior to joining University Event Services I worked with the Downtown Boise Association helping with events such as the Alive After Five Summer Concert Series. I am a Certified Event Planning Specialist and at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, I pursued and completed my certification as a Virtual Event Planner.

Ask Me About:

• Availability and getting your event booked
• How to deliver a creative product on a limited budget
• Working as a student employee in the SUB
• Emerging trends in the event industry that can help you make your event stand out

Strengths

Developer, Individualization, Arranger, Includer, Input

Why Events at Boise State?

I feel so lucky to be a part of the Boise State campus community, being steps away from the downtown buzz and alongside the beautiful Boise River, this campus has so much to offer. As my primary focus is working with the students to plan events that impact their college experience, I am energized by their fresh outlook and innovative ideas. The diversity of events that I get to help with keeps every day interesting.

I love backpacking, traveling, cooking, and Disney. Seriously, ask me ANYTHING about Disney and I will have the answer.

Education & Event Experience:

I joined the University Event Services team in a full-time capacity in September 2021. While pursuing my BA Multidisciplinary Studies at Boise State University, I worked for University Event Services as a Client Relations Specialist, assisting clients with booking their events and coordinating the various details needed for each event to be successful.

Ask Me About:

• Planning Student Org events on campus
• Tips and tricks for a successful on campus event
• All things Disney

Strengths

Empathy, Woo, Maximizer, Communication, Adaptability

Why Events at Boise State?

I take pride in providing the best event experience possible. As an Event Coordinator, my goal is to create a unique experience for each event, making memories that last a lifetime for my clients.

Fay Allison works on the Finance team in Event Services she processes the billing for all the events in the SUB. She is currently working towards her Masters in the Interdisciplinary Studies program in hopes to eventually work in the music industry. When she’s not working, she’s attending music festivals with her husband, hiking with her dog Finn, and going on adventures with friends.

Ask Me About

• Billing
• Data Management
• Music Festivals

Why do you like working in the Student Union?

I like working in the Union because they promote a healthy work/life balance. It’s a very welcoming environment. Everyone is willing to help you if you ask them, and people are always checking in to see if you need anything.

I graduated from the University of Idaho in 2006. After working at a local television station for almost 10 years, I joined Student Union events in Summer of 2017 as a Audiovisual Production Coordinator. I moved into the Manger position in the Fall of 2019.

Ask me About:

I love mixing live bands in the Treasure Valley and surrounding areas, backpacking with my wife and corgi in the Sawtooth’s, hanging out by the fire on the patio with friends.

Ask Me About

• Life with chickens
• The live music scene in the valley
• The science of distilling

What do you like working in the Student Union?

Because we manage so many exciting events we know what’s happening on campus

I have a bachelors in Broadcast and Digital Media. I help coordinate AV needs for the Student Union Building. I love to go on hikes with my dogs in the Boise foothills.

Ask Me About

• Creating AV solutions
• How to get involved with AV
• My Dogs

Why do you like working in the Student Union?

I love the flexibility to work with unique clients and events.