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  FOCUS

  Larry Burke (Editor)

  Travel any direction in Idaho or throughout the West and the importance of natural resources is as vivid as the landscape itself. Scientists and researchers at Boise State are having an impact on how these resources are maintained. From research on water quality to public policy and land management issues, BSU is at the forefront of helping to ensure the air, land and water that sustained the early pioneers will be here for future generations as well. Glenn Oakley cover photo.

  Summer 1997

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  FOCUS

  Larry Burke (Editor)

  The curtain has risen on Boise's performing arts, to the delight of audiences who are turning out in record numbers for concerts, plays, recitals and other performances. But success is also bringing new challenges to performing arts groups as the competition for visibility and funding continues to increase. In this issue, we examine how Boise's arts scene is changing as the Treasure Valley grows and diversifies. Cover illustration by Elizabeth Wolf.

  Spring 1997

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  FOCUS

  Larry Burke (Editor)

  The current crop of college freshmen will be the graduates of the Class of 2001. And like all11cwcomers to the world of higher education, they face a variety of issues as they embark on adulthood. In this issue of FOCUS, we look at some of the differences- and similarities- between the students of the new millennium and older generations. BSU freshmen, from left, Amanda Jones, Horseshoe Bend; Albert Arredondo, Wilder; and Jenny Corn, Twin Falls. Chuck Scheer/John Kelly cover photo.

  Fall 1997

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  FOCUS

  Larry Burke (Editor)

  Marriage has long been a cornerstone of our society. But the hallowed institution has undergone significant changes since Mr. and Mrs. Walter Snyder married circa 1915. Societal changes and the fast-paced life of the 1990s challenge many marriages today. In this issue FOCUS examines some of those challenges and aspects of marriage. Cover photo courtesy of John Kelly, hand-tinting by Phil McClain.

  Winter 1996

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  FOCUS

  Larry Burke (Editor)

  Teacher, doctor, scientist, engineer. Which do you choose? Which will guarantee a lifetime of job stability and satisfaction? Unfortunately there is no guarantee these days, job experts say. Choosing a career or job that will carry you through to retirement is not as simple as it used to be. FOCUS looks at this new world of corporate downsizings, career changes and high-tech revolutions. Chuck Scheer cover photo.

  Spring 1996

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  FOCUS

  Larry Burke (Editor)

  BSU took a new road when the Broncos left the comfort and coziness of the Big Sky conference for the bright lights of the Big West. The move means a whole new audience for the Broncos as they play before crowds in New Mexico, California and Texas. Sandy Marostica cover illustration.

  Summer 1996

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  FOCUS

  Larry Burke (Editor)

  We all get old- if we're lucky. But all too often it seems those who grow old are the unlucky ones. For some of our senior citizens, the declining years can be fraught with sadness and isolation. Happily, many elderly people continue to have active and busy lives by working, attending college classes and engaging in a variety of other activities. In this issue of FOCUS, we look at some of the aspects of aging -and profile some BSU alumni who don't act their age. Shawn Records cover photo.

  Fall 1996

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  FOCUS

  Larry Burke (Editor)

  Dipping into Boise State's talent pool of authors, teachers and literature experts, this issue of FOCUS looks at books. How books stack up against today's technology, the psyche of writers, and the perils of publishing are some of the topics we explore. Washable tattoo courtesy of Russ Myers, Electric Dragon Tattoo, Boise. Model, Joe O'Brien. Cover photo by Glenn Oakley.

  Spring 1995

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  FOCUS

  Larry Burke (Editor)

  As it stands now, the Endangered Species Act has the potential to affect the core of Idaho's economy: timber, mining, agriculture. It touches all corners of the state. Yet the act itself may be in jeopardy. A conservative mood has swept the nation as Congress reviews the current laws and perhaps sets a new course for protecting species that face extinction. What does this mean for Idaho? In this issue of FOCUS, we take a broad look at the act, examine the battle brewing over the Bruneau snail, get the perspective of former Gov. Cecil Andrus, and hear from leaders of the environmental, religious and Native American communities. Cover photo by Glenn Oakley.

  Winter 1995

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  FOCUS

  Larry Burke (Editor)

  Our homes are changing. Offices are replacing extra bedrooms, while kitchen tables are subbing for school desks. Extra phone lines, fax machines and computers are becoming the new household appliances. This issue of FOCUS takes a look at how technology is allowing us to work, teach our children, and earn college degrees from the comfort of our homes. We explore the reasons a home-based operation works for some and not for others, and the challenges many people face. Julie Erb cover illustration.

  Summer 1995

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  FOCUS

  Larry Burke (Editor)

  Psychology professor Pennie Seibert has embarked on a long-term project gathering information about brain trauma injuries. The project, conducted in collaboration with health-care professionals at St. Alphonsus Regional Medical Center, is giving Seibert new perspectives on her work as a cognitive psychologist and classroom instructor. FOCUS profiles eight BSU researchers and examines the prospects and funding of research at Boise State University today. Chuck Scheer cover photo.

  Fall 1995

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  FOCUS

  Larry Burke (Editor)

  Third- and fourth-grade students in Helen Gonzales' class at Wilder 's Holmes Elementary School recite the pledge of allegiance in both English and Spanish . In this issue of FOCUS we take a look at Idaho educational issues concerning Hispanics, the state's largest minority. Glenn Oakley cover photo.

  Fall 1994

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  FOCUS

  Larry Burke (Editor)

  Urban growth is but one issue that faces Idaho as the state makes a transition from its rural-based past to a more urbanized present. Like many other states, Idaho is struggling to balance the values of the Old West and the New West. In this issue of FOCUS we examine that struggle. Chuck Scheer cover photo.

  Spring 1994

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  FOCUS

  Larry Burke (Editor)

  The transition from adolescence to adulthood can make teenagers alternately frightened and frightening. With society's escalating crime rate and shifting social structure, most teens receive more scrutiny and less attention from an increasingly wary and weary adult population. This issue of FOCUS examines how today's teens -labeled Generation X by the Baby Boomer Generation – are faring in this strange new world. Glenn Oakley cover photo.

  Summer 1994

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  FOCUS

  Larry Burke (Editor)

  Flags from the home countries of BSU's foreign students create a kaleidoscope of color and pattern. Whether it is foreign students coming to Boise State or BSU students and faculty traveling abroad, the underlying goal is the same: to broaden and enrich our understanding of the world. This issue of FOCUS looks at the university's growing involvement in the international community. Cover photo by Glenn Oakley.

  Winter 1994

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  FOCUS

  Larry Burke (Editor)

  The Oregon Trail experience has been interpreted by artists ever since the first wagons made the trip from Missouri to Oregon 150 years ago. Boise State art professor John Killmaster gives FOCUS readers his own version of that historic migration in this watercolor painted for the cover of the magazine. In this issue, FOCUS examines the Oregon Trail, from its harsh realities to its romantic myths.

  Spring 1993

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  FOCUS

  Larry Burke (Editor)

  More than 250 people marched from Boise State University to the Statehouse on Martin Luther King/Human Rights Day to support tolerance and cultural diversity. After listening to a reading of King's "I Hlave A Dream" speech on the Capitol steps, the group went inside for a ceremony in the rotunda. This edition of FOCUS examines the issues for which those individuals marched. Glenn Oakley cover photo.

  Winter 1993

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  FOCUS

  Larry Burke (Editor)

  The human anatomy has changed little since Leonardo de Vinci drew his classic illustrations in the 15th century. But our manner of caring for the body is in continual development. Today in the United States healthcare for many has reached crisis levels. In this issue of FOCUS we look at innovators and innovative solutions to keeping the body in harmony. Cover photo illustration by Glenn Oakley and Mark Lisk.

  Summer 1993

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  FOCUS

  Larry Burke (Editor)

  The Boise River has become a symbol f or quality of life in the capital city: a clear, cold river harboring herons, rainbow trout, waterfowl and eagles in the shadow of corporate office buildings and private homes. Yet urban activities require some compromise in order to maintain a healthy river ecosystem. Finding that balance of compromise has become a major area of contention as Boise booms in the '90s. In this issue of FOCUS we examine this river, which is a reflection of our caring capacity. Glenn Oakley cover photo.

  Fall 1993

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  FOCUS

  Larry Burke (Editor)

  Charles Ruch relaxes on the BSU campus after being selected the university's fifth president. Currently provost and vice-president for academic affairs at Virginia Commonwealth, Ruch will assume the presidency of Boise State around Jan. 15. Chuck Scheer photo.

  Fall 1992

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  FOCUS

  Larry Burke (Editor)

  Whatever path one takes on the spiritual journey- Christianity, Judaism, Zen or yoga - the goal is to transform the temporal. In this issue of FOCUS we examine how and why some Idahoans are following their own spiritual paths. Phoco illustration by Glenn Oakley.

  Winter 1992

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  FOCUS

  Larry Burke (Editor)

  Indian people honor and retain their traditional culture through powwows, religious practices, song and dance. But living in two cultures- Indian and white- has not come easily. High dropout rates and alcoholism continue to plague Native Americans. This issue of FOCUS takes a look at modern Indian life- its triumphs and trials. Photo by Glenn Oakley.

  Spring 1992

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  FOCUS

  Larry Burke (Editor)

  For members of Idaho Theater for Youth, imagination and dreams can be acted upon to re-create the world. But dreaming is not limited to the stage. Like others profiled in this issue of FOCUS, Terri April Dillion, David Lee-Painter, Cynthia Gaede and Dan Peterson have forgone safer and saner careers to follow their dreams. Glenn Oakley photo.

  Summer 1992

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  FOCUS

  Larry Burke (Editor)

  Upper Mesa Falls on the Henrys Fork of the Snake River, once proposed as a hydroelectric dam site, now is protected as a scenic wonder. No longer viewed solely as a source of irrigation or electrical power, Idaho's rivers are increasingly valued and protected for fish, wildlife, recreation and aesthetics. This issue of FOCUS explores Idaho rivers and the changing attitudes and laws governing their use. Photo by Glenn Oakley.

  Summer 1991

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  FOCUS

  Larry Burke (Editor)

  As this photograph of BSU graduate and former Bronco track standout Diane Dodds illustrates, women in the workforce have surmounted most barriers to their careers, but hurdles remain. This issue of FOCUS examines some of the successes, problems and trends faced by women at work. Photo by Glenn Oakley.

  Spring 1991