Staff

• TRIO Educational Talent Search Operations
• TRIO Educational Opportunity Center Operations

Prior to joining Idaho State University, Dr. Rose was Director for International Affairs and Associate Chair of the Doctorate Program at Seoul Business School in South Korea. He also served as Executive Advisor for Advancement and External Affairs in the Office of the President at Incheon National University. Earlier in his career, Dr. Rose was the Manager for Auburn University's Applied Research Lab and Broadband Technology Opportunities Project. His expertise is in survey research methods, including sample design, survey instrument construction, the data collection process, data coding, statistical analysis, and report writing. While at AU, he received a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology. Before joining AU, Dr. Rose was the Public Relations Coordinator for the Division of Student Affairs at Southern Illinois University Carbondale and was formerly the Director of Community Solutions for United Way of Treasure Valley in Boise, Idaho. Dr. Rose has a Master’s degree in Instructional and Performance Technology from Boise State University and he holds two undergraduate degrees in Social Work and History, also from BSU. After graduating, Dr. Rose served two years in the U.S. Peace Corps during which he worked for the Malawi Ministry Health in Central Africa.

• College success program operations
• Adult learners
• Recruitment of Veterans and active duty service members into education
• TRIO Veterans Upward Bound program objectives and progress
• TRIO Educational Opportunity Center - Eastern program objectives and progress
• Program eligibility for adult learners, Veterans, and military-connected students

Katie Leishman is an advocate for individuals striving to achieve their educational and occupational goals. She is deeply honored to play a role in assisting Veterans and first-generation individuals on their journey to postsecondary education. Katie's career in higher education began in 2017 at Idaho State University's College of Technology, where her work focused on assisting underserved populations. As Director of the TRiO Veterans Upward Bound and TRiO Educational Opportunity Center at Idaho State University, Katie is very excited about serving and connecting first-generation college students and Veterans with valuable educational and community resources. She firmly believes that education is a transformative force that can impact not only individuals but future generations. Katie's mission is to empower and transform lives through education. Her work isn't just a profession—it's a commitment to creating positive change.

• TRIO Veterans
• TRIO EOC
• Scheduling appointments
• Application questions and concerns
• Employment opportunities

• Financial Aid Application Assistance (FAFSA)
• Financial Aid Verifications
• Financial Literacy Education (Loans)
• College Transfers
• Workforce Training 
• GED Referral
• English As a Second Language (ESL) Referral

• Assistance in completing college entry and reentry applications
• Information on financial assistance for postsecondary participants
• Assistance in student loan default mitigation
• Assistance in completing the FAFSA
• Assist clients in being academically prepared for postsecondary admission and testing
• Potential postsecondary transfer service
• English Language Acquisition

Josh is excited to be part of the TRIO team at Idaho State University. He brings a strong background in student services, marketing, outreach, and event coordination, along with an MBA from Utah State University’s Huntsman School of Business.

Josh is passionate about supporting students as they navigate higher education, build confidence, and work toward their academic and personal goals. He enjoys connecting students with resources, creating meaningful relationships in the workplace, and helping college feel more approachable and accessible.

Outside of work, Josh loves music and singing, spending time outdoors, and anything that allows him to connect with friends and family. He is grateful to join the ISU TRIO community and looks forward to supporting students every step of the way.

• Assistance in completing college entry and reentry applications
• Information on financial assistance for postsecondary participants
• Assistance in student loan default mitigation
• Assistance in completing the FAFSA
• Assist clients in being academically prepared for postsecondary admission and testing
• Potential postsecondary transfer service
• English Language Acquisition

• Assistance in completing college entry and reentry applications
• Information on financial assistance for postsecondary participants
• Assistance in student loan default mitigation
• Assistance in completing the FAFSA
• Assist clients in being academically prepared for postsecondary admission and testing
• Potential postsecondary transfer service
• English Language Acquisition

• Assistance in completing college entry and reentry applications
• Information on financial assistance for postsecondary participants
• Assistance in student loan default mitigation
• Assistance in completing the FAFSA
• Assist clients in being academically prepared for postsecondary admission and testing
• Potential postsecondary transfer service
• English Language Acquisition

Prior to joining Idaho State University, I got my Associate Degree in Political Science at the College of Southern Idaho and my Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice with Boise State University. I always wanted to enter in a field where I could help guide the youth in our country so that there can be great future leaders and contributors to society. When I was studying Political Science at the College of Southern Idaho, I loved learning about how we can all make a difference in our society. I got into Criminal Justice because I wanted to learn about how members of society can help lower crimes and help young people get back on track to a better future. I learned that education and good adult role models can really make a difference in a young person’s life. I first became a youth mentor for teens on probation so that I could help guide and hold them accountable for their actions. Later on I learned about this job opening with TRIO. I became a full-time advisor and I love what I do every day. I am still helping guide the youth of our country through education. I help prepare them by helping them with their college forms, scholarships, FAFSA, and many other things. I love my job because I help students that are going to be our future leaders, teachers, nurses, plumbers, mentors, advisors, etc. It is great that TRIO helps everyone, especially lower-income and first generation students because sometimes they do not know that there are scholarships and other resources for them. I can proudly say that TRIO works! My students have shown me that TRIO works!      

• Assistance in completing college entry and reentry applications
• Information on financial assistance for postsecondary participants
• Assistance in student loan default mitigation
• Assistance in completing the FAFSA
• Assist clients in being academically prepared for postsecondary admission and testing
• Potential postsecondary transfer service
• English Language Acquisition

Jackie is thrilled to join the TRIO team at Idaho State University. Her background includes teaching at both the K-12 and post-secondary levels, as well as one unique year in Washington D.C. teaching history and government outside at monuments and on busses to students from all over the country. She is excited to work with the veteran and non-veteran communities to help them succeed in their goals.

Jackie’s biggest wish in life is to help students become who they are meant to be. She knows that sometimes life takes unexpected turns and that you don’t always end up where you planned, but also that taking ownership of your own life is important. That is where she wants to help people succeed. One of her favorite sayings when teaching is “Progress, not perfection”, and this definitely applies to advising as well. We often think that everything needs to be perfect, but most of the time it’s really about making progress toward a goal.

In her spare time, Jackie loves to do all things fiber related (knitting, crocheting, spinning yarn), learn to quilt and sew, spend time with her husband and kiddos, and play video games whenever possible. She is extremely fond of and well-versed in all things nerdy (especially Science Fiction and Fantasy literature, films, and video games) and loved having the opportunity to combine her love of SFF with her respect for the environment while completing her most recent educational degree. She is also proof that you don’t have to be 18 to go to college (she was 30 when she went to undergrad), or that you have to be young to achieve your goals (kids, marriage, and degrees both happened later in life). Most of all, she wants to help you thrive on your chosen path.

• Assistance in completing college entry and reentry applications
• Information on financial assistance for postsecondary participants
• Assistance in student loan default mitigation
• Assistance in completing the FAFSA
• Assist clients in being academically prepared for postsecondary admission and testing
• Potential postsecondary transfer service
• English Language Acquisition