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Welcome to the Boise State University Raptor Research Center (RRC)!
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This site provides information to Raptor Research Center faculty and staff on support for administrative tasks, employment transitions, advising, travel, purchasing, safety, and other resources. Email RaptorResearchCenter@boisestate.edu with any website content requests.
RRC BASICS
RRC BASICS
What is the RRC?
What is the RRC?
Established in 1987, the Raptor Research Center (RRC) supports graduate education for the unique Master of Science in Raptor Biology at Boise State University, conducts research about birds of prey (raptors) and their habitats, offers international student research experiences (IRES) and research experiences for undergraduates (REU), and provides technical assistance to researchers.
Mission Statement: The Raptor Research Center generates knowledge and appreciation of birds of prey and their environments, equips students with expertise to conduct exceptional research, and cultivates innovative community leaders to shape raptor research and conservation worldwide.
Vision: To be a global hub for advancing the understanding and conservation of raptors and their environments through cutting-edge research, innovative education, and community engagement.
Campus & Boise Area
Campus & Boise Area
Campus
The Boise State University campus is near downtown Boise, Idaho, U.S.A. RRC employees may occasionally need to visit campus locations such as the Department of Biological Sciences in the Science Building, Albertsons Library, the Student Union Building, and various locations to dine. You can explore the full Boise State Map that includes search functions using building abbreviations, AED-equipped locations, and more. Bronco Shuttle may be used free of charge by employees and can even be used to go to downtown Boise (there is a stop right by the Raptor Research Building at Lusk and Royal).
Confused by Boise State's alphabet soup? Check out the Boise State Acronyms guide, which includes building abbreviations.
Boise Area
Boise is a fantastic inland small city with plenty of nearby outdoor recreation and research areas. See HR's comprehensive Boise State Relocation Resources; it is great for those who have relocated or anyone wanting to learn more about local resources at various stages of life.
Raptor Research Building
Raptor Research Building
Offices
The RRC administrative office and the RRC Director's office are located in the Raptor Research Building at 970 S. Lusk (or 1910 Lusk St. according to Google Maps) in the Lusk District of Boise, at the west edge of campus. Rooms in the Raptor Research building have the designation "RAPT." RRC offices are in RAPT 101-107, 115, 116, and 127 in the building. Gear is stored in RAPT 126 and 104G. Administrative resources for all RRC employees - printer, office supplies, microwave, Keurig, kettle, refrigerator, lunch table, and water cooler - are located in RAPT 103 and RAPT 104F. Employees clean up after themselves.
Vehicles
RRC fleet vehicles are parked on the east side of the Raptor Research Building. Some labs and field equipment are also in this building. Parking directly around the Raptor Research Building is West Reserve permitted or hourly paid using a kiosk in front of the neighboring Health Sciences Riverside building. There is limited free street parking in the Lusk District or at nearby Ann Morrison Park.
ORGANIZATIONAL CHART
ORGANIZATIONAL CHART
CONTACT INFORMATION
CONTACT INFORMATION
RRC Information
RRC Information
RRC Administration Phone: 208-426-3329
RaptorResearchCenter@boisestate.edu
Shipping Address: Raptor Research Center (RRC) MS 1516, 1910 University Dr., Boise, ID 83725
Follow us on Instagram and watch for RRC news in campus updates. Also, please submit story/news requests to the RRC and/or COAS.
RRC Director: Julie Heath - julieheath@boisestate.edu
Research Center Administrator & Raptor Research Building Coordinator: Stacey Smith - staceysmith870@boisestate.edu
Other Important Contacts
Other Important Contacts
Biology Administration: bioinfo@boisestate.edu, 208-426-3262
Graduate Program Manager for DBS MS/MA and EEB PhD: Courtney Culley - courtneyculley@boisestate.edu or dbsgraduate@boisestate.edu
College of Arts and Sciences IT Team: 208-426-1866, Dave Monroe (dmonroe@boisestate.edu) and Chance Bohr (chancebohr@boisestate.edu)
Academic Leadership and Faculty Affairs (AL-FA): al-fa@boisestate.edu (questions about promotion and tenure, periodic review, the Professorial Performance Award, sabbatical, or any policy relating to faculty)
Let's advance raptor research and conservation together at the Raptor Research Center!
Please contact Stacey Smith at StaceySmith870@boisestate.edu with any questions about this webpage.
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