RRC STUDENT RESOURCES
Boise State University Raptor Research Center (RRC)
Boise State University Raptor Research Center (RRC)
FROM ORIENTATION TO GRADUATION
This site provides information to students affiliated with the Raptor Research Center about the RRC's role, academic resources, Gradate Teaching Assistant employment, science communication, work space, travel, safety, and well-being.
Established in 1987, the Raptor Research Center (RRC) supports students working on the biology, ecology, and conservation of birds of prey. This includes all of the students in the Master of Science in Raptor Biology program; Ecology, Evolution, and Behavior Ph.D. students with a focus on raptors; and other students.
In addition, we offer various student research experiences and equipment and office support for any students.
The RRC operates as part of the College of Arts and Sciences (COAS) at Boise State University with close connections to the Department of Biological Sciences.
The RRC offers technical assistance, financial and logistical support, and training to students and grant-funded researchers conducting research on raptors and raptor habitats in laboratories, field projects, or international settings. Sponsored projects include research with state and federal natural resource agencies, non-governmental organizations, and international partners.
Boise State University and the RRC have a cooperative agreement with the USGS Forest and Rangeland Ecosystem Science Center–Snake River Field Station–to promote cooperative scientific research and development, monitoring, and collaborative technological and educational partnerships in ecology and natural resources. Additionally, locally based Intermountain Bird Observatory and The Peregrine Fund collaborate with the RRC on student research and conservation efforts.
International research collaborations are also frequently active and productive.
RRC Website & News Posts: Announcements and photo submissions are always welcome.
Current Students: Information will be requested after about a year in the M.S. Raptor Biology program or EEB raptor program for the RRC's student directory and for more efficient business processing. Send updates to RaptorResearchCenter@boisestate.edu.
Alumni Webpage: Information is requested of raptor students after graduation and updates are welcome.
RRC Instagram: (@BoiseStateRRC) Share stories and news of your research via RRC News Notification form.
A directory of all current and past M.S. Raptor Biology students and EEB raptor students is kept in the RRC with students’ names, mailing addresses, phone numbers, primary advisor(s), thesis topic/title, awards received, career placement, etc. Students will be asked for information to add to this directory to facilitate center reports, future reference, and communication.
If a student wants to contact an alum, the RRC gives that student’s contact information to the alum. If a member of the public asks to contact a student or alum, that requestor's information is provided to the student or alum.
RRC Resources and Forms: Includes links to resources on academic calendars and deadlines, AI use, Boise State acronyms, Bronco shuttle, maps, on-campus dining, emergency procedures, facilities, Help Desk, libraries, campus services and policies, and Zoom. Also has RRC and campus form links.
College of Arts and Sciences (COAS) Student Success: Features resources to help students with schoolwork, navigating the transition to college life, planning their academic careers, academic advising, and more.
Intermountain Bird Observatory – University Student Learning: Please coordinate with your advisor regarding time spent volunteering for IBO.
Student Success Hub: See “For Students” for a “comprehensive resource for fostering academic growth and personal development at Boise State University.”
Graduate Catalog: Interactive catalog with official information about programs and courses offered. Includes a search function and downloadable PDF of the catalog.
Academic Advisement Report: Navigate to My Boise State > Student Center > Advising and Academic Progress > My Academic Requirements. Shows what classes were taken wnd what still needs to be taken to fulfill your graduate study requirements.
Boise State Course Search: Select "Graduate" and the semester to see courses that are being offered, instructors, mode of instruction, and dates. Drills down by field of study with no search functions for specific courses.
Boise State University Tuition and Fees, including Complete List of Course Fees
Class Search (Enroll): Navigate to My Boise State > Student Center > Class Search and Enrollment > Class Search and Enroll. Enroll for classes and see exactly what's being offered including more detail than course search, such as how many seats are still available or search for BIOL598 to see all seminars being offered in the upcoming semester. You can search for each class number but not a range such as BIOL 561-567. Additional search functionality and filters are in development.
Most Graduate Assistants (GAs) are paid salary and do not need to enter time cards. Human Resources’ (HR) Payroll and Holiday Calendars page has the payroll calendar outlining when you will be paid for what time periods and campus closure holidays.
GAs, as with all employees, must complete an I-9 form within 3 days of the start of their employment. See I-9 Process.
See HR’s Taxes, W-2s, and W-4s web page for information on tax withholding and how to submit needed forms.
See HR’s Direct Deposit page to learn how to request or update direct deposit information for payroll.
GAs are automatically enrolled in the student healthcare insurance plan. The Graduate College oversees these plans. Reach out to them if you have any questions or concerns regarding your student healthcare plan during your time as a GA.
Mailing Address:
Raptor Research Center, Boise State University, 1910 University Dr., Boise ID 83725-1516
RRC Physical Office Location:
Raptor Research (RR) Building, 970 S. Lusk Street (RRC field vehicles also parked here)
RRC Office & Hours:
RRC admin is in-office at RAPT 101 Mondays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays 9:30 AM – 4 PM and by appointment, and works remotely Tuesdays & Fridays 9:30 AM – 4 PM.
RRC Research Center Administrator:
Stacey Smith – StaceySmith870@boisestate.edu | 208-426-3329 | RAPT 101
RRC Director:
Dr. Julie Heath – JulieHeath@boisestate.edu | 208-426-3208 | SCNC 217A
Don't know who to talk to or what to do? The Raptor Research Center is here for you. Email RaptorResearchCenter@boisestate.edu.
DBS (Department of Biological Sciences) Business Operations Coordinator:
Alma Delic' – AlmaDelic@boisestate.edu | Science 107, Office 113A
DBS Program Coordinator – Student Research:
Kaitlyn Bellamy – DBSGraduate@boisestate.edu | Science 124
Don't know who to talk to or what to do? Email Bioinfo@boisestate.edu