Student Success Guide 2016-2016

LEARN.DISCOVER.ENGAGE.

2016 - 2017

THE GUIDE.

Allen Yarnell Centerfor Student Success

TABLE OF CONTENTS.

WELCOMEChampChange

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MSULand Grant UniversityA Short History about MSU

BEGINAttributes of SuccessDecision DeadlinesIt’s Okay to be UndecidedWhat is in a Credit?What is in a Grade?

NAVIGATEThings to Know about I.T. at MSUDepartment & Advising Contact DirectoryPolice DepartmentParkingFree Transportation

LEARNTips to Succeed in the ClassroomReading TipsStudying TipsTest Taking Tips

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PARTICIPATEClubs & Organizations DirectoryThe Office of Activities & Engagement

SPIRITWhat is a Bobcat?The MSU Fight SongMust Do EventsHomecoming

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TAKE CARETips to Stay HealthyReduce Your StressHomesicknessDepression and AnxietyDrugs and AlcoholRelationships

FINANCIAL EDUCATIONFinancial CoachesScholarship OpportunitiesFinding a Job

BREATHEUsing Your Free TimeGreat Hikes in the AreaImprove Your Grades

SUB UNION MARKETA GREAT PLACE TO UNWIND!

RESOURCES.

Montana Area Code : (406).XXX.XXXX

MSU Phone # Prefix : 994.XXXX

All Emergencies : 911

Ask-Us Desk : 994.4636

President’s Office : 994.2341

Vice President of Student Success : 994.2828

University Police : 994.2121 www.montana.edu/wwwmsupd

Provost Office : 994.4371

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WELCOME.

WELCOME TO MSU! The Guide was designed and

produced by the Center for Student Success with the

intent of giving you a quick introduction and reference

of useful information to help make your first year at

MSU as successful and rewarding as it can be!

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Sign up for SmartyCats Tutoring by visiting

www.MSUSmartyCats.com.

Memorize your NetID and log-in to D2L or any

campus computer.

Go to the first football game. Trust us, you are

going to want the bragging rights.

Get to know your Academic Advisor. Don’t know

who it is? See your Department Administrative

Assistant (or check out page 28).

Find out if your classes are using D2L and log-on

NOW. Don’t wait for the first assignment or test to

learn how to use it.

Earn as many ChampChange points as you can

for a chance to win cool prizes each month. Go to

www.ChampChange.com for upcoming events.

You don’t want to miss the annual Cat/Griz

basketball game. There’s nothing better than a full

stadium at Brick Breeden Fieldhouse.

Meet your personal Student Success Advisor in

the Center for Student Success. College is a lot

different than high school. They are here to help.

TOP 12 THINGS YOU HAVE TO DO AS AN MSU STUDENT:

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Hike the “M“ with your friends and enjoy the bird’s

eye view of your new home.

Go to www.hireabobcat.com to find a job or

internship and attend the Student Employment Job

Fair in September in the SUB Ballrooms.

Show your Bobcat pride on Blue & Gold Fridays by

wearing your MSU gear (and learn the Fight song

on page 61).

Get to know your professors. Say “hello” and

remember their names.

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HIKING THE “M”ENJOY A BIRD’S EYE VIEW.

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ChampChange is an engagement incentive program

for all undergraduate students. Be a champ! Make

some change!

• Visit the Math Learning Center

• Work out at the Hosaeus Fitness Center

• Meet with a SmartyCats Tutor

• Attend Workshops and Activities

• Visit the Bracken Business Center

• Go to the Gallatin College Programs Lab

• And so much more!

EARN CHAMPCHANGE POINTS WHEN YOU:

REDEEM POINTS FOR AWESOME PRIZES:

Trust us, it’s easier than you think! The fun starts at

the beginning of each semester!

No registration necessary, begin earning points now!

Visit www.ChampChange.com to see events, how

many points you have, and how to start winning

prizes!

Each month bid on prizes during online auctions and

at the end of each semester get ready for a chance

to win the grand prize of a $1,000 tuition waiver, TVs,

Apple Products, and other great prizes!

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RESOURCES.

Ask-Us Info Desk : 994.4636www.montana.edu/askus

Dean of Students Office : 994.2826www.montana.edu/wwwds

Allen Yarnell Center for Student Success : 994.ROARwww.montana.edu/success

Parent & Family Hotline : 994.7359www.montana.edu/parents

Main Campus Operator : 994.0211www.montana.edu/people

Registrar’s Office : 994.6650www.montana.edu/registrar

Student Accounts : 994.1991www.montana.edu/wwwbu/studentaccts.html

Financial Aid : 994.2845www.montana.edu/wwwfa

Residence Life : 994.2661www.montana.edu/reslife

53% TO 47% IS THE RATIO OF MALE TO FEMALESTUDENTS AT MSU.

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MSU.

You can’t attend a great institution without knowing

a little bit about its history. Besides the epic location,

Montana State University is a pretty cool place

founded upon some unbelievable history. So sit back,

relax, and soak it in, because you are walking on the

grounds of greatness.

“Land Grants”, as they are known today, are respected

for being cutting-edge institutions. They invest

heavily in research and improve the lives of citizens

throughout their respective states. Because of the

far-reaching efforts of these institutions on education,

America has forever changed for the better.

Land Grants were developed during a pretty dicey

time in American history - the Civil War. And it was at

this time that President Lincoln and a representative

from Vermont, Justin Morrill, decided education for all,

especially practical education, would be important for

advancing the nation forward.

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LAND GRANT UNIVERSITY

As a student at Montana State University, you’ve been

given the gift of the Land Grant heritage. We hope

you’ll cherish it, embrace it and make a difference in

the world with it (just like those before you have).

On February 16, 1893, the Agricultural College of the

State on Montana was founded as the state’s only

Land Grant College. Renamed The Montana College

of Agriculture and Mechanic Arts, the institution was

popularly known as Montana Agricultural College.

By the 1920s, the institution’s preferred name was

Montana State College and so it remained until

July 1, 1965, when, in recognition of the enormous

advances in the College’s commitment to scientific

and humanistic research, the 39th legislative assembly

of the state of Montana changed MSC’s name to

Montana State University.

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A SHORT HISTORY ABOUT MSU.

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MATHEW WELGAND : PHOTOGRAPHY MAJOR

ALEXIS OIU : AVIATION MAJOR

Q/A FOR SUCCESS.

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Are you involved with any clubs/organizations or

intramurals, etc. at MSU?

Yes, I’m involved with the Exponent (Student

newspaper) and the slacklining club.

What was the best thing that happened to you

when you arrived at MSU as a freshman?

The best thing was meeting all the great people

and professors here.

What has been your favorite part of your MSU

experience?

My favorite part has been getting good grades

and being successful.

What words of wisdom do you have for new

freshmen?

Be open minded to new things and kinds of

people. You’ll be blown away at the new friends

you make and new things you try.

How can a new freshman student best connect

with the university?

Get involved, don’t be shy, get a job on campus

or join clubs to meet new people.

What advice do you have for the incoming

freshmen on how to do well in class?

Time management! Don’t skip class, you’ll fall

behind, and then have to play catch up and

miss all the fun.

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RESOURCES.

Academic Advising Center : 994.3532www.montana.edu/wwwus/advising.html

Career, Internship & StudentEmployment Services : 994.3532www.montana.edu/careers


Dean of Students : 994.2826www.montana.edu/wwwds

Student Accounts : 994.1991www.montana.edu/wwwbu/studentaccts.html

Registrar’s Office : 994.2601www.montana.edu/registrar


Undergraduate Catalog catalog.montana.edu/

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BEGIN.

ATTRIBUTE OF SUCCESS

Getting an education is so much more than getting a

degree; it is a culmination of all your experiences that

shape and define the person you will become.

ON AVERAGE, MISSING ONE HOUR OF CLASS COSTS STUDENTS $57.00.

BRING AN OPEN MIND.Challenge your own theories, beliefs and values. Be

prepared to learn from those around you. This isn’t

high school and it isn’t intended to be. Your open

mind will be the key to your success.

GO TO CLASS.We know that those who “make it here” are those

who attend class. If you are an in-state student each

class costs you $40 (out of state students pay $75 per

class). Get your money out of this experience.

KNOW CAMPUS INSIDE AND OUT. BECOME AN EXPLORER.Know where every academic department and student

service is located. Make it your mission to understand

your new environment. Get comfortable here, don’t

worry that you don’t belong; you do.

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UNDERSTAND MSU HAS RULES AND EXPECTATIONS.Being a member of the MSU community requires

that you uphold your part of the bargain. You are

expected to meet the expectations of a number of

people including faculty, staff, and your RA. Perform

at your optimum level, read and have a copy of

MSU’s Student Code of Conduct and Violations. More

importantly, just be a good person.

IGNORE RUMORS AND SEEK THE TRUTH.Acting on or putting your faith in a rumor could lead

you in the wrong direction. Seek help from an advisor

or other student services staff (featured in the LEARN

& TAKE CARE sections).

COMMUNICATE.The single most important life skill is communication.

Successful students take the time to connect with

faculty and ask questions inside and outside of the

classroom. If a policy or rule doesn’t make sense,

ask a staff member to clarify the meaning.

Remember, we can’t fix an issue unless we

know it is a problem for you.

ENGAGE IN THE COMMUNITY.Become part of the university community; it will only

enhance your education. Now that you are a part

of this institution, you are a part of a very special

community. Enjoy it, leave your mark and make

it better.

BE WELL.Take care of yourself and safeguard your physical and

mental well-being. When exhausted, get rest.

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CREATE A “BIG PICTURE“ PLAN.Studies indicate that students who have a plan for why

they are attending college do much better in school

than those who do not. Don’t know what your plan is?

That is okay; talk to your advisor or a Career Coach

from the Career, Internship & Student Employment

Services Office.

DECISION DEADLINES.

ADDING A COURSE.Day 1-5 of classes: May add class online.

Day 6-10 of classes: Additions require both your

instructor’s & advisor’s signatures.

Day 11+ of classes: Additions require your instructor’s,

advisor’s, & Assistant Dean’s signatures; this is only

approved under extraordinary circumstances.

Note: If you are withdrawing completely from MSU,

you will need to contact the Allen Yarnell Center for

Student Success, room 177 in the basement of

the SUB.

DROPPING A COURSE.Day 1-10 of classes: We know that those who “make

it here” are those who attend class. If you are an in-

state student, each class costs you $40 (out of state

students pay $75 per class). Get your money out of

this experience.

Day 11-15 of classes: Drops require both your

instructor’s & advisor’s signatures. Please check with

the Student Accounts Office to determine if you are

eligible for a refund.

Day 15+ of classes: Drops require both your

instructor’s & advisor’s signatures. Drops will receive

no fee refunds.

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ELIGIBILITY FOR A “W” WITHDRAWAL GRADE.Day 16+ of classes: You can drop a course and receive

a ‘W’ grade, but you must get approval from both your

instructor and academic advisor (go to the Registrar’s

web page for the exact date each semester). No fee

refunds are given for withdrawing from classes after

the 16th day.

Note: If the course is repeated, your new grade and

credits will count towards your GPA, but the ‘W’ will

remain on your transcript.

RENNE LIBRARYA QUIET PLACE TO STUDY.

IT’S OKAY TO BE UNDECIDED.

If you have not decided on a particular major and are

exploring your options, it is okay. You are not alone!

University Studies is home for “exploring” students.

About 20% of the incoming freshmen are undecided.

MSU has the following support services here to help

you during this exciting time in your life:

DIFFERENT WAYS TO SAY YOU ARE UNDECIDED:

They can assist you in making a decision that will allow

you to explore and confirm your existing interests, and

also support and encourage you to discover new ones.

• Academic Advising Center

• Academic Department Offices

• Career, Internship & Student Employment Services

• Disability, Re-Entry & Veteran Services

• Education Advising Center

• Health and Human Development Advising Center

• Allen Yarnell Center for Student Success

• Office of Financial Education

• I am exploring my options.

• I am deciding which direction is best for me.

• I am investigating which major is best.

• I have so many interests; I need to take some time

to narrow my options.

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WHAT IS IN A CREDIT?

A credit is a unit used to compute the amount of work

required for graduation.

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1 credit roughly equals 1 hour of class time each

week for one semester.

Most faculty believe for each credit of class you

take, you should commit 2-3 hours of studying/

researching/writing per class. This means if you

enroll in 15 credits per semester you should plan

on 30 to 45 hours of work per class, per week

outside of class time. Yup, be prepared to work

hard to be successful here.

A full-time student must be enrolled in 12 or more

credits per semester.

Typically, 120 credits are required to complete

undergraduate curriculum requirements.

To complete your curriculum in 4 years, you need

to successfully complete 15 credits per semester.

BLACKBOX THEATERCATCH A LIVE PERFORMANCE.

WHAT IS IN A GRADE?

QUALITY OF GRADE

CALCULATING YOUR GPA

Your grades determine your Grade Point Average

(GPA). Your GPA shows how successful you were in

your classes. This is how to calculate your GPA:

Grade Value:

Totals:

Total of (= Quality Points) ÷ Total of (X # of Credits) = GPA

X # of credits = Quality Points

A = Excellent

B = Good

C = Fair

D = Passing

W = Withdraw

F = Fail

I = Incomplete

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You must earn a GPA of 2.0 or better each

semester to be “in good academic standing”.

A GPA below 2.0 will mean that you could be

placed on academic probation or suspension.

C- grade or better must be earned for any pre-

requisite, required, or core course (but remember

a C- average means you are still below a 2.0 GPA).

Some departments also require that certain majors

maintain grades higher than C-.

D+, D & D- grades will not count towards your

major, with a few exceptions.

MAKE FRIENDS AND GETINVOLVED. THERE’S NOBETTER STUDY BREAK THAN RELAXING AND PLAYINGOUTSIDE WITH FRIENDS.

MINIMUM GPA REQUIREMENTS

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WHY FIRST SEMESTER GRADES MATTER

REPEATED COURSES

INCOMPLETE GRADE

Imagine this. Your grades slip first semester. Yikes!

Your first semester GPA is 2.64. You would need to get

25 credits of ‘A’ grades or 61 credits of ‘A-‘ grades to

move your GPA up to a 3.5. So sharpen those pencils

and start studying. Grades matter!

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Your cumulative GPA will only include most recent,

repeated credits and grades.

Transcripts include all grades, not just the most

recent, repeated course grade.

The University assumes that when you register for

a class, you have committed and are responsible

for completing all academic obligations to the

class.

However, an instructor can request an ‘I’ grade if

three-fourths of course work has been completed

with a passing grade and personal hardship or

other academic circumstances have occurred that

are clearly beyond the student’s control.

If an ’I’ grade is approved, the student will be

given a specified amount of time to complete the

required work. If the work is completed within the

time frame, the student will then have the ‘I’ grade

replaced with the appropriate grade. If the work is

not completed within the required time frame, the

‘I’ grade will be replaced with an ‘F’ grade.

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GALLATIN HALLNEW RESIDENCE SUITES

ACADEMIC PROBATION

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When your semester or cumulative GPA falls below

2.0, you are in academic danger and will be given

a warning and put on probation.

Students who develop a pattern of low academic

achievement risk being suspended from MSU. After

a first suspension, you may not enroll in classes for

the next semester. Following a second suspension,

you may not enroll for a full academic year.

If you appeal your suspension, then the University

Scholastic Appeals Board will review it and make a

recommendation for a plan of success or a transfer

out of your current curriculum.

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ZACH MURRAY : MAJOR IN CONSERVATION BIOLOGY & ECOLOGY

ELIZABETH SIMS : MAJOR IN PSYCHOLOGY

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What is the best thing about MSU?

The best thing about MSU is the professors;

everyone I have had goes well beyond my

expectations!

What advice do you have to incoming freshmen on

how to do well in class?

After a few months in college, you realize that

attendance really matters. If you go to class, you

will do significantly better.

What does it mean to you to be a Bobcat?

Being a Bobcat means being someone who is a

part of a family, a family more than willing to help

me succeed.

What was your biggest shock when arriving at

MSU as a freshman?

How many people there were here and how

amazing all of my classes were. I have learned so

much already.


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No matter how hard things get, it is only

temporary, you will succeed if you believe in

yourself.

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ELIZABETH GAGNON : MAJOR IN EXERCISE SCIENCE

BRIANNA BOS : MAJOR IN ENGLISH WRITING

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What was the best thing that happened to you

when you arrived at MSU as a freshman?

Becoming a business manager for the American

Indian Council, I got involved and met so many

interesting people!

What advice do you have for the incoming

freshmen on how to do well in class?

Attend class no matter what, even if it’s 8 am.

Always take notes, and make sure you talk with

your professors!


There are so many opportunities here, and the

professors are great!


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Don’t be afraid to do what you love and take

advantage of opportunities!

What advice do you have for incoming freshmen

on how to do well in classes?

Go to class and find an interest in it, even if it’s

not your favorite class. Do the homework that is

suggested even if you don’t have to turn it in.

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RESOURCES.

Ask-Us Desk : 994.4636www.montana.edu/askus

Campus Map www.montana.edu/campusmap

Colleges & Departments www.montana.edu/academics/colleges

ITC Help Desk : 994.1777www.montana.edu/itcenter

Terms Calendar Info calendar.www.montana.edu

Renne Library Reference Desk : 994.3171www.lib.montana.edu/locations/locations.html

Res Net : 994.1929www.montana.edu/resnet

Renne Library Homepage www.lib.montana.edu/

Desire 2 Learn : 994.3255 www.lib.montana.edu/

Degreeworks www.montana.edu/degreeworks

MSU Bookstore : 994.2811www.msubookstore.org

NAVIGATE.

THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT I.T. AT MSU.

We know one of the hardest things to do when making

the transition from high school to college is to “learn

the ropes.” This is true at any institution. You’ve

developed a comfort level and patterns that have

given you a routine. Now you are going to have to

learn new processes, procedures, and names of new

buildings, friends, and faculty. Most of us find this a bit

confusing, tiring and sometimes very frustrating, but

hang in there! Use this section as a guide to assist you,

and remember, you can always ask a student, staff, or

faculty member for help.

Your MSU Student ID, also called your GID, is what

you use to log into the MyInfo secure area to see your

student account, registration information, unofficial

transcript and more. This is also a place to make

changes in your current contact information (i.e.

address, phone number, email).

Your MSU Student ID is an eight digit number

preceded by a dash (-) and looks like: -01234567

You can set your MSU Student ID password (also

called your PIN) and log into the MSU MyInfo area by

clicking on the MyInfo button on the top of the MSU

Student home page: www.montana.edu/students/

MSU STUDENT I.D. (GID)

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MSU NET I.D.

MSU EMAIL

You must show your MSU Student ID (also known as

your CatCard) anytime you go to the Registrar’s Office,

Student Accounts/Cashier’s Office.

Your NetID is the ID you will use to access your

student email, campus computers, D2L, Library

resources, iClicker registration, SmartyCats Tutoring

Database and other essential services.

Your official MSU email is the primary way MSU will

communicate with you.

You need to set up your MSU email. Go to:

www.montana.edu/email/first-login.html

Your MSU email address looks like: firstname.

[email protected]

You can view your NetID and set up your NetID

password at: http://password.montana.edu

You can find more information on the “What’s a

NetID?” page: https://ecat1.montana.edu/netid.html

Your NetID has letters and numbers and looks like:

a12b345

BRIGHTSPACE BY D2L

DEGREEWORKS

MSU “Z” DRIVE

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Brightspace by D2L is the campus learning

management system used for many classes at MSU.

At the start of each semester, be sure to log in and see

which of your instructors are using Brightspace for

your classes (not all of your instructors will).

You can get more Brightspace help at: http://

eu.montana.edu/d2l/help/

You can change your NetID password at: http://

password.montana.edu

Log in to Brightspace at http://ecat.montana.edu with

your NetID and your NetID password.

Once you’ve logged into Brightspace, sign up for the

“D2L Student Overview” using the “D2L Overviews”

button on the MyHome page.

This is a web-based degree planning and tracking

system for students to monitor progress toward degree

completion. You can access this by logging into your

MyInfo account>Secure Area>Student Services>

DegreeWorks.

Whenever you log in to a campus computer using

your domain account, you can save your documents,

spreadsheets, PowerPoints, and projects to your “Z”

drive. Your “Z” drive can be accessed off campus too.

Your “Z” Drive has 200 MB of free storage use.

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COMPUTER LABS

COMPUTER LAB LOCATIONS

The IT Center currently runs 12 computer labs at

Montana State University with over 380 computers.

Our major labs in Reid and Roberts Halls are staffed

with student assistants called USA’s (User Support

Associates) or you can go on the web and get

immediate help from Student Labs Online Assistance

by visiting studentlabs.montana.edu/help. USA’s help

students with general computing questions as well as

some specific software related questions.

1 lab in Animal Bioscience 234

1 lab in Linfield Hall 232

5 labs in Reid Hall 302, 303, 304, 305, & 306

3 labs in Roberts Hall 109, 110, 111

2 labs in Renne Library 217, 317

1 lab in Marga Hosaeus Fitness Center Lounge

1 lab in AJM Johnson 221

28 computers are placed on the first and second floors

of the SUB. Career, Internship & Student Employment

Services hosts a mini-lab of 4 computers. Wilson Hall

hosts the Writing lab on the second floor and there are

two computers in the Writing Center.

You can print 250-300 pages per semester in all the

labs for free. After that, the cost is 3 cents for a single

sided sheet (1 page) and 5 cents for a double sided

sheet (2 pages). Color printing is available in the

library.

OTHER COMPUTERS

PRINTING IN COMPUTER LABS

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For undergraduate areas of study check out http://

www.montana.edu/academics/majors/

DEPARTMENTAL & ADVISING CONTACT DIRECTORY:

COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE202 Linfield, 994.3681

GENERAL AGRICULTURE204 Linfield, 994.5744Advisor: Jessica [email protected]

AGRICULTURAL BUSINESS & ECONOMICS306 Linfield, 994.3702Advisor: Jane [email protected]

ANIMAL & RANGE SCIENCES203 Animal Bioscience, 994.5582Advisor: Denise Thompson

BIOTECHNOLOGY210 Plant Bioscience, 994.5908Advisor: Andreas [email protected]

IMMUNOLOGY & INFECTIOUS DISEASESABB 119, 994.5598Advisor: Rebecca [email protected]

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PLANT SCIENCES & PLANT PATHOLOGY324 Leon Johnson, 994.4832Advisor: Jill [email protected]

PREVETERINARY MEDICINEABB 119, 994.5598Advisor: Rebecca [email protected]

SUSTAINABLE FOODS & BIOENERGY SYSTEMS301 B Romney, 994.5640Advisor: Selena [email protected]

ARCHITECTURE140 Cheever, 994-5772Advisor: Rachael [email protected]

RESEARCH CENTERS202 Linfield, 994.3681

LAND RESOURCES & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES334 Leon Johnson, 994.3090Advisor: Linda [email protected]

COLLEGE OF ARTS &ARCHITECTURE217 Cheever, 994.4405

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ART213 Haynes, 994-4503Advisor: Mandi [email protected]

FILM & PHOTOGRAPHY202 VCB, 994-2484Advisor: Vicki [email protected]

MUSIC189 Howard, 994-3562Office Assigns [email protected]

MUSIC TECHNOLOGY172 Howard, 994-5762Advisor: Jason [email protected]

BUSINESSJabs 302, 994-4681Office Assigns [email protected]

JAKE JABS COLLEGEOF BUSINESS & ENTREPRENEURSHIP994.4421

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ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION132 Reid, 994-1880 Advisor: Cyndi [email protected]

HEALTH & HUMAN DEVELOPMENT121 H&PE Complex, 994-4001HHD Advising [email protected]

TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION210 Reid, 994-5775Advisor: Brian [email protected]

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, HEALTH & HUMAN DEVELOPMENT250 Reid, 994-4133

GENERAL ENGINEERING212 Roberts, 994-2272Advisor: Judi [email protected]

CHEMICAL & BIOLOGICAL ENGINEERING327 Cobleigh, 994-2220Advisor: Shelley [email protected]

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING214 Roberts, 994-2272Advisor: Jennifer [email protected]

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CIVIL/CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING205 Cobleigh, 994-2112Advisor: Renee [email protected]

COMPUTER SCIENCE357 EPS, 994-4780Office Assigns [email protected]

ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING610 Cobleigh, 994-2505Office Assigns [email protected]

INDUSTRIAL & MANAGEMENT ENGINEERING403 Roberts, 994-5938Advisor: Durward [email protected]

MECHANICAL/MET ENGINEERING220 Roberts, 994-2203Advisor: Laura [email protected]

AMERICAN STUDIES2-155 Wilson, 994-4396Advisor: Cassandra [email protected]

COLLEGE OF LETTERS & SCIENCE2-205 Wilson, 994-4288

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CHEMISTRY AND BIOCHEMISTRY305 Gaines, 994-5393Advisor: Steve [email protected]

EARTH SCIENCES226 Traphagen, 994-3331Office Assigns [email protected]

ECOLOGY310 Lewis, 994-4548Office Assigns [email protected]

HISTORY, PHILOSOPHY & RELIGIOUS STUDIES2-155 Wilson, 994-4395Office Assigns [email protected]

ENGLISH2-176 Wilson, 994-3768Office Assigns [email protected]

LIBERAL STUDIES2-205 Wilson, 994-5936Advisor: Teresa [email protected]

CELL BIOLOGY AND NEUROSCIENCE510 Leon Johnson, 994-5120Advisor: Lisa [email protected]

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MICROBIOLOGY104A Lewis, 994-5675Advisor: Kari [email protected]

MODERN LANGUAGES & LITERATURE 177 Gaines, 994-4448Advisor: Tracy [email protected]

NATIVE AMERICAN STUDIES2-179 Wilson, 994-3881Advisor: Walter [email protected]

POLITICAL SCIENCE2-143 Wilson, 994-4141Office Assigns [email protected]

PHYSICS260C EPS, 994-7853Advisor: Charles [email protected]

PRE-MED ACADEMIC ADVISING130 Gaines, 994-3532Academic Advising [email protected]

MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES2-214 Wilson, 994-3601Office Assigns [email protected]

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PSYCHOLOGY325 Traphagen, 994-3801Advisor: Brenda [email protected]

NURSINGBozeman Campus- 111 Sherrick, 994-2660Advisor: Debbie [email protected]

SOCIOLOGY AND ANTHROPOLOGY2-128 Wilson, 994-4201Advisor: Leslie [email protected]

CARING FOR OUR OWN PROGRAM (CO-OP)203 Sherrick, 994-5711Advisor: Jenny [email protected]

COLLEGE OF NURSING111 Sherrick, 994-2660

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PRE-UNIVERSITY STUDIES130 Gaines, 994-3532Academic Advising [email protected]

UNIVERSITY HONORS PROGRAMQuad F, 994-4110Advisor: Tommy [email protected]

UNIVERSITY STUDIES130 Gaines, 994-3532Academic Advising [email protected]

AVIATIONBOOKKEEPINGDESIGN DRAFTINGINTERIOR DESIGNMEDICAL ASSISTANTWELDING201 Hamilton, 994-5595Advisor: Nicole [email protected]

GALLATIN COLLEGE PROGRAMS

UNIVERSITY PROGRAMS

201 Hamilton, 994-5536

212 Montana, 994-4371

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NATIONAL STUDENT EXCHANGE130 Gaines, 994-3532Coordinator: Karen [email protected]

AMERICAN INDIAN STUDENT CENTER1 Wilson, 994-3334Advisor: Rita [email protected]

UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARS PROGRAM130 Gaines, 994-3561Academic Advising [email protected]

ATHLETICS133A Fieldhouse, 994-6130Advisor: Jamie [email protected]

HEALTH PROFESSIONS ADVISING317 Leon Johnson, 994-1670Advisor: Sheila [email protected]

PRE-LAW ADVISING130 Gaines HallAdvisor: Denise [email protected]

NON-DEPARMENTAL ADVISING

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DISABILITY, RE-ENTRY, AND VETERANS’ SERVICES180 SUB, 994-2824Advisor: Brenda [email protected]

AIR FORCE ROTC318 Hamilton, 994-3913Office Assigns [email protected]

INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS400 Culbertson, 994-7180Advisor: Debra [email protected]

The Office of Financial Education is here to help. Call 406.994.4388 to meet with a financial coach.

ARMY ROTC305 Hamilton, 994-5476Advisor: Major Darren [email protected]

ALLEN YARNELL CENTER FOR STUDENT SUCCESS177 SUB, [email protected]

$27,200 IS THE AVERAGE STUDENT DEBT OF AN MSU COLLEGE GRADUATE.

POLICE DEPARTMENT.

The MSU Police Department is here to keep you safe.

While we would describe this campus as being safe,

one should always take precautions.

24/7: EMERGENCIES- DIAL 911

24/7: NON-EMERGENCIES- DIAL 994-2121

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7.

Lock the door to your room or apartment, even

if you’re just going out for a few minutes.

Lock your vehicle and don’t leave valuable items in

plain view. Don’t leave skis and snowboards in the

rack on your vehicle.

Make a list of your valuables, including brand

name, model number and serial number. Keep

your list in a safe place.

Register your bicycle with the MSU Police. Record

info about your bike in case it is stolen. Purchase

the best bike lock you can afford and use it.

If you’re concerned about walking alone, call the

MSU Police Department for an escort. 994.2121

Report crimes and suspicious activity. Call the

MSU Police Department directly or email Silent

Witness at [email protected].

If you are the victim of a crime, please report it

and provide as much information as you can.

YOU CAN CALL THE MSU POLICE DEPARTMENT

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PARKING.

There are a variety of permit options ranging from $65

to $164 for non-reserved commuter parking. They also

offer daily hangtags for $3.00/day starting September

1 and the fee lot is available for an hourly charge. Visit

www.montana.edu/parking/buyingapermit.html to

purchase a parking permit.

Those parking lots closest to the core fill up first,

usually by 8:15 in the morning, but by looking further

out, in the Huffman, Antelope, South Fieldhouse and

West Stadium lots, for example, one can almost always

find a parking spot. You can find a parking map here:

www.montana.edu/police/maps.shtml

If you get a ticket you can pay online at: www.

montana.edu/parking/payingafine.html. You may also

mail in the payment in the yellow envelope which was

placed on your windshield. Alternatively, you may

come in and pay the ticket in person at University

Police on the corner of Kagy Blvd. and S. 7th Avenue.

University Police is open 24/7.

You may also appeal the citation either online by going

to: http://www.montana.edu/parking/appeals.html, or

by coming in to the University Police Station at the

corner of Kagy Blvd. and S. 7th Avenue and filling out

an appeal form. Appeals must be filed within 7 days of

the ticket being issued.

PARKING FEES

PARKING AVAILABILITY

PARKING TICKETS

APPEALING A TICKET

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Streamline Bus provides service within Bozeman, with

limited commuter service between Bozeman, Four

Corners and Belgrade; seasonal routes to Bridger

Bowl are also offered. Streamline operates Monday

through Friday, with a late-night service operating from

7:45 PM to 2:30 AM, Thursday through Saturday.

The Streamline service is free. Website: www.

streamlinebus.com.

Skyline The Link To The Peak, provides free bus

service to Big Sky & Moonlight Basin. This is a year-

round service. Website: www.skylinebus.com. Phone

number: 995.6287.

STREAMLINE BUS SERVICE

SKYLINE BUS SERVICE

41,660 WAS THE POPULATIONOF BOZEMAN IN 2014.

FREE TRANSPORTATION.

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LONE PEAKCATCH THE SKYLINE &DISCOVER SKIING AT ITS BEST.

RESOURCES.

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SmartyCats Tutoring : 994.7627www.msusmartycats.com


Chemistry Help Center : 994.4801

Disability, Re-Entry & Veteran Services : 994.2824www.montana.edu/drv

Math Center : 994.5346www.math.montana.edu/undergrad/mlc/index.html

Physics Help Center (Main Office) : 994.3614www.physics.montana.edu

Renne Library : 994.3171www.lib.montana.edu

Writing Center : 994.5315www.montana.edu/writingcenter/

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LEARN.

TIPS TO SUCCEED IN CLASS.

We know, we’ve been there too. You’re thinking “I

already know how to study, I did it well through high

school. I don’t need to read this section.”

This is a different world. The content in classes

will move along much more quickly, the faculty will

have higher standards, and excuses just won’t cut it

anymore. Long story short, you’ll be evaluated on a

new set of criteria, so take a moment and review these

important tips to ensure you succeed in the classroom.

You’ll get more out of class if you make the decision

that attending class is important to your education.

You will also broaden your knowledge base and

progress in your learning at a faster pace.

Why should a professor take you seriously if you are

not taking him or her seriously? Also, concepts taught

at the beginning of class can prepare you for more

complex concepts toward the end of class.

When you are self-motivated and interested, your

professor will most likely be motivated and interested

in helping you as much as possible.

ATTEND CLASS

BE ON TIME

BE SEEN

Concentrate on listening to each word and

understanding the meaning of those words.

Remember, you are learning to grow and to break

habits that are holding you back.

If your instructor is using Brightspace by D2L, you

should login to Brightspace by D2L regularly to stay on

top of your classes and stay up-to date with important

information.

Pertinent questions can help clarify and enrich your

knowledge base. Poor questions, such as those that

are a result of being late or inattentive, lower the

quality of the class.

However, it is not always appropriate to challenge your

professor during class time. Set up an appointment

during his/her office hours if you want to delve into a

subject further.

Help your professors improve their quality of teaching

by giving them feedback on what has been beneficial

or detrimental in their classrooms.

LISTEN

VALUE CRITICISM

USE BRIGHTSPACE BY D2L AS A TOOL

ASK QUESTIONS

YOU MAY DISAGREE

APPRECIATE

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READING TIPS.

It is best to read at a desk or table, sitting in an upright

position, with good lighting.

Background noise must be kept to a minimum. Find a

quiet place in the library if necessary.

Attack the material with textbook, pen, and paper in

hand.

Take notes and ask questions as you read. Feel free to

mark up the pages (you bought the textbook).

Concentrate on reading each word and understanding

the context of those words.

Break long assignments into chunks. After each

section, jot down the main idea in your own words.

Translate difficult material into your own words. Use

diagrams or graphic organizers to categorize and

restate information.

POSTURE

NOISE

BE PREPARED

INTERACT WITH YOUR TEXT

WRITE AS YOU READ

SEGMENT

YOUR WORDS

Select a place to study that is free from distraction.

Residence hall rooms typically aren’t free from

distractions, but you decide.

Develop a sense of how long you can concentrate

by recording the time when you begin to study,

and noting when your mind begins to wander.

Try to increase the length of time you are able to

concentrate.

Take planned study breaks.

Decide exactly what you will accomplish when you

begin studying (set a goal…it will really make a

difference).

Use a method that involves surveying before reading,

organizing what you read, anticipating test questions,

and reciting/reviewing.

Break large tasks into smaller manageable tasks. Don’t

let the task overwhelm you so that your energy is used

for worrying rather than doing.

LOCATION

TIMING

BREAKS

PLAN

STUDY ACTIVELY

GET TO IT

STUDYING TIPS.

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TEST-TAKING TIPS.

Reward yourself for studying.

Stress and anxiety can inhibit your memory, so be

positive and lead a balanced lifestyle.

Read the directions (don’t assume).

Read each question thoroughly and critically.

Answer the easiest questions during the first “go

through.” On the second “go through,” reason through

each question.

Put difficult questions into your own words.

Review your answers if you finish before time is up,

but DON’T change your answer unless a mistake is

obvious.

INCENTIVE

RELAX

FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS

UNDERSTAND

EASIEST FIRST

TRANSLATE

TRUST YOURSELF

RESOURCES.

ASMSU : 994.2933

ASMSU Recreational Sports & Fitness : 994.5000www.montana.edu/getfit


Diversity Awareness Office : 994.5801www.montana.edu/diversity

MSU Leadership Institute : 994.7275www.montana.edu/leadership

Outdoor Rec : 994.3621www.montana.edu/outdoorrecreation

Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life : 994.2826www.montana.edu/fslife

Residence Life : 994.2661www.montana.edu/reslife

Women’s Center : 994.3836www.montana.edu/wwwwomen

Office of Activities & Engagement : 994.6902www.montana.edu/engagement

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PARTICIPATE.

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONSDIRECTORY

Go through this list and write down five to ten clubs or

organizations that sound interesting. Then, do some

investigating! MSU has over 250 clubs! Check out their

listings online at www.montana.edu/engagement,

Email [email protected], or

Call 994.6902.

African Society @ MSU

American Indian Council

Anglophiles at MSU

Arabic Language Club

Bangladeshi Student Association

Chinese Culture Club

Chinese Student and Scholar Association

German Club at MSU

Indian Student Association

International Friendship Club

Kabash Club

Kuwaiti Cultural Clu

Nepalese Students Association at MSU

Saudi Club

Students Against Sexual Assault

Turkish Club

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CULTURAL ORGANIZATIONS

DEPARTMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS

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American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE)

American Society of Civil Engineers

American Society of Mechanical Engineers

Art History Society (Finer Things Club)

ASLA (American Society of Landscape Architects)

Associated English Graduate Students of MSU

Association for Supervision and Curriculum

Association for Women in Computing

Bobcat Motorsports

Ceramics Guild of MSU

College of Engineering Ambassadors

Community Health Club (CHC)

Dead Lizard Society

Development at MSU

Earth Sciences Colloquium at MSU

Exercise Science Club

Film Production Club

Forensic Science Club at MSU

German Club

Graduate Student Organization

Health Enhancement Majors Club

Land Resources and Environmental Sciences

Marketing Club at MSU

Metals Guild

Model United Nations at MSU

Montana Investment Group at MSU

Montana Student Dietetics Association

Opsis, the Literary Arts Magazine at MSU

Phi Alpha Theta (History Club)

Psi Chi and Psychology Club

Range Management Club at MSU

Sculpture Guild

Society of Physics Students

Student Printmaker’s Association of Montana

FRATERNITY

HONORARY ORGANIZATIONS

MILITARY ORGANIZATIONS

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Technology Education Club of MSU

The Wildlife Society

Undergraduate Chemistry Society

Women in Science and Engineering (WISE, Grad

Student Group)

Alpha Gamma Rho

Interfraternity Council

Kappa Sigma

Pi Kappa Alpha

Sigma Chi

Sigma Nu

Sigma Phi Epsilon

Alpha Epsilon Delta- Alpha

Alpha Lambda Delta Freshman Honor Society

Alpha Pi Mu- Industrial Engineering Honor Society

Beta Gamma Sigma

Chi Epsilon

Mortar Board of MSU

Mu Tau Sigma

Order of Omega

Phi Upsilon Omicron, Epsilon Chapter

Pi Tau Sigma

Sigma Lambda Chi- Beta II Chapter

Tau Beta Pi

The National Society of Collegiate Scholars

Triota National Honors Society

Air Force ROTC Detachment 450t

Army ROTC - Bobcat Battalion

Student Veterans Club at MSU

PROFESSIONAL/CAREER ORGANIZATIONS

RELIGIOUS/SPIRITUAL ORGANIZATIONS

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AISES (American Indian Science and Engineering

Society)

American Institute of Architecture Students

American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AlChE)

American Society of Mechanical Engineers-

Technology

ASHRAE

ASID NKBA Gallatin College Student Chapter

Beta Alpha Psi/Accounting Club

Collegiate Stockgrowers at MSU

Collegiate Young Farmers and Ranchers

Electrochemical Society

EMS Responders on Campus

Engineers Without Borders

Graphic Design Guild at MSU

Health Professions Club at MSU

Horticulture Club

Institue of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE)

Institute of Industrial Engineers

International Students, Inc.

InterVarsity Christian Fellowship

Lutheran Student Fellowship

Merge at MSU

Nations

National Association for Music Education- Collegiate

Opticats

Pre-Dental Club of MSU

Pre-Law Club of MSU

Atheists and Humanists of Bozeman

Baha’i Campus Club

Chi Alpha Christian Fellowship

Cru (Campus Crusade for Christ)

International Student Ministry

SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS

SELF-HELP ORGANIZATIONS

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Presby Cats

Pre-Vet Club at MSU

Resurrection Catholic Campus Ministry

Society of Biological Engineering at MSU

Society of Women Engineers

Tuesday Nights Together Campus Ministry

Turf Club

US Green Building Council Student Chapter at MSU

Alcoholics Anonymous

Recovering Students at MSU

Theory of Meditation Club

1000 New Gardens Bozeman

Be The Match on Campus at MSU

Big Sky Volunteer Ski Patrol Club at MSU

Blue and Gold Committee

Cats for a Cure

Circle K

Colleges Against Cancer

Collegiate 4-H

Enactus

Friends of Hyalite at MSU

Montana State Chapter of Engineers Without Borders

SCOPE: Student Community Outreach Project

SPOT-Space Public Outreach Team

Sustainable Foods and Bioenergy Systems

Collaborative

SOCIAL/POLITICAL ORGANIZATIONS

SORORITY

SPECIAL INTEREST ORGANIZATIONS

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College Democrats of MSU

College Republicans at MSU

Forward Montana Volunteer Program

Network of Environmentally Conscious Organizations

(NECO)

Spectrum: LGBTQ Activism

Students Against Sexual Assault

Students for Choice

Students for Life at MSU

Students for Sensible Drug Policy

The F-Word: A Feminist Discussion Group

Alpha Gamma Delta

Alpha Omicron Pi

Chi Omega

Panhellenic Council

Pi Beta Phi Sorority

A Novel Bunch Book Club

Active Minds

American Choral Directors Student Group (ACDA)

Anime Club

Aoide Chamber Singers

Break Dance club

Chi Alpha Kappa Women’s Social Club

Collegiate Cattle Women at MSU

Dead Poet Society

Diabetic Dialogues

Graduate Employee Organization

Grub Club

Kappa Kappa Psi Beta Chapter

STUDENT GOVERNMENT

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Associated Students of MSU (ASMSU)

Chinese Students & Scholars Association

COA Student Council (AgStuCo)

Men Stopping Rape

Montana Advocates for Sexual Health (MASH)

Montana Wilderness Association at MSU

Music in Montana

National Coalition for Men and Montana State

Painting & Drawing Guild

Polo Club at MSU

Pow Wow Basketball Club

Queer Straight Alliance (QSA)

Rhapsody

Science & Natural History Filmmaking Forum

Student Alumni Association

Sustained Dialogue

Smash Society

Society for the Pursuit of Creative Role-playing Experiences

Society of creative Anachronism - Shire of Silver Keep

Student Subunit of the American Fisheries Society

Student Writers Guild at MSU

Toastmasters of MSU

W7YB MSU Amateur Radio Club

West African Drum and Dance

SAFE ZONE

SUSTAINED DIALOGUE

SERVICE SATURDAYS

SPRING SERVICE TRIPS

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Safe Zone is a program that is designed to promote

a welcoming, inclusive, and safe environment for

LGBTQIQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer,

intersex, questioning) students, faculty, and staff while

also educating the broader campus community about

LGBTQIQ issues. Learn more at www.montana.edu/

safezone

Sustained Dialogue at MSU is part of the Sustained

Dialogue Campus Network, seeking to develop

everyday leaders who engage differences as strengths

to improve campuses, workplaces, and communities.

The program develops leadership and dialogue skills,

while promoting a positive campus culture centered

around dialogue. Students can join weekly dialogues,

take part in leadership trainings and engage in the

Sustained Dialogues method with others from all walks

of life.

Once a month service projects held on the 1st

Saturday of the month, October through April.

BreaksAway trips are offered over spring break to

other parts of the U.S. where students can learn and

serve together. Students volunteer their time to meet

THE OFFICE OF STUDENT ENGAGEMENT.

MSU AMERICA READS*AMERICA COUNTS (ARAC)

KATIE MENIG : MAJOR IN ENGLISH EDUCATION

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MSU students are matched with local school kids who

need assistance in math or literacy. Volunteer and

work-study positions are available.

community needs within Montana and outside of

Montana.

Q/A FOR SUCCESS.

Q.

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The best thing about MSU would be how excited

and eager to learn everyone is.

How can a new freshman student best connect

with the university?

Get involved, go to football games and make sure

your professors know your name.

What has been your favorite part of your MSU

experience?

My favorite part so far would be the Homecoming

football game and the whole Homecoming Week!

THERE ARE OVER 100 NON-PROFITS LISTED FOR HELP AT THE OFFICE OF ACTIVITIES & ENGAGEMENT.

RESOURCES.

Montana Alumni Association : 994.2401www.msuaf.org

ASMSU : 994.2933www.montana.edu/asmsu

Athletics : 994.4221www.msubobcats.com

Calendar of Events Calendar.msu.montana.edu

Office of Activities & Engagement : 994.6902www.montana.edu/engagement

ChampChange : 994.7627www.champchange.com

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SPIRIT.

WHAT IS A BOBCAT?

One of the best things about attending MSU is the

Bobcat Spirit and pride we share in our mighty blue

and gold. Our traditions are multi-faceted, often

understated, and yet very powerful. We take great

pride in our athletic teams and their character on and

off the court and field. We celebrate the academic

achievements of our students and the service we give

to communities, at home and abroad. And we know,

once you graduate from here and move on to the next

step in your life, you too will feel the power and pride

of what it really means to be a Bobcat, because you

have been well prepared in an environment where

everyone wants you to succeed.

Bobcats (the animals) are known for their resiliency,

independence, persistence, and ability to adapt to

their environment. Bobcats (the students) are known

for their loyalty, pride, and spirit. We also have a

renowned work ethic, commitment to excellence,

ability to look after each other and know the difference

between right and wrong. (Trust us, employers love

Bobcats.)

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WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE A BOBCAT?

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STAND UP AND CHEER,

CHEER LONG AND LOUD FOR DEAR MONTANA STATE

FOR TODAY WE RAISE

THE BLUE AND GOLD TO WAVE VICTORIOUS

OUR STURDY BAND NOW IS FIGHTING

AND WE ARE SURE TO WIN THE FRAY

WE’VE GOT THE VIM, WE’RE HERE TO WIN

FOR THIS IS DEAR MONTANA STATE!

“Being a Bobcat means always working hard and

exceeding expectations.”

-Mariah Stone, University Studies

“Being a Bobcat means giving your all in everything

you do.”

-Ty Show, Industrial Engineering

“Being a Bobcat means being involved in a friendly

community and part of a team!

-Jessica Christensen, Film

MSU FIGHT SONG!

FAVORITE MSU EVENTS

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Student Employment Job Fair

-Emily Bergum, Secondary Education

The Night Football Game

-Lindsey Manning Business Management

Undie Run

-Garrett Pewe, Economics

MUST DO EVENTS.•

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Catapalooza: August, the week before classes start

Legend of the Bobcat: (Saturday night before

school starts)

Convocation: (Wes Moore, September 1)

Gold Rush Football Game: (first home game)

Fall Involvement Fair: (September)

M Restoration

Etiquette Dinner and Career Fair: (Fall semester)

ChampChange Auction: (Fall/Spring semesters)

Christmas Stroll: (December)

Spring Involvement Fair: (January)

Rail Jam: (Spring semester)

Art Walk Downtown: (2nd Friday of the month all

summer)

Crazy Days Summer Sidewalk Sale: (July)

Sweet Pea Festival: (August)

Bite of Bozeman: (Just before the Sweet Pea

Festival)

Music on Main: (Thursdays in the summer)

Ladies Night Downtown: (November 20th)

You have to be a part of these events:

HOMECOMING.

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Lighting of “GO CATS” in the residence halls

Midnight Mania

Hiking and painting the “M”

Parade

Free Student BBQ & Concert on the Mall

Decorating of Reslife & Sorority/Fraternity Houses

Downtown Pep Rally

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CHAMP IS THE NAME OF MSU’S BOBCAT MASCOT.

RAMONA KING : MAJOR IN UNIVERSITY STUDIES

MAX JOHNSTON : MAJOR IN BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

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Q/A FOR SUCCESS.

Q.

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What does it mean to be a bobcat?

Being able to be a part of an awesome legacy and

beautiful tradition.


freshmen?

Study!! And try to get some sleep.

What was you favorite part of your MSU

experience?

Going to the Cat/Griz game!


I love the class sizes, and the professors are so

helpful and knowledgeable!


on how to do well in class?

Study often, a little bit at a time, and stay on top of

homework! Really take advantage of the resources

on campus, like the writing and math centers.

RESOURCES.

ASMSU Legal Services: 994.2933www.montana.edu/asmsu/legal.html

Counseling & Psychological Services : 994.4531www.montana.edu/wwwcc

Dean of Students Office : 994.2826www.montana.edu/wwwds

Disability, Re-Entry & Veteran Services : 994.2824www.montana.edu/wwwdrv

Diversity Awareness Office : 994.5801www.montana.edu/diversity

Student Health Services : 994.2311www.montana.edu/health

Insight Program : 994.5937

Silent Wellness : 994.2121www.montana.edu/police/services/crime-reporting.html

Voice Center : 994.7142www.montana.edu/voice

Women’s Center : 994.3836www.montana.edu/women

Office of Health Advancement : 994.4380www.montana.edu/oha

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TAKE CARE.

TIPS TO STAY HEALTHY.

Well, we don’t want to sound like your mom, but in

reality, your mom was right. You have to build habits

and make choices that allow you to have optimum

health. Think about it. Olympic athletes don’t go into

a competition without being in the best physical and

mental shape. They develop habits and make choices

to maximize their success. You are now on your own,

learning to be responsible for yourself and your own

choices. Part of personal responsibility is making sure

you take care of yourself and stay as healthy as you can.

Several vaccinations are important for college students

to have. The meningitis vaccine is one of the most

important for students living in the residence halls. Some

other important vaccines are tetanus (Tdap), HPV (for

women), polio, MMR, Hepatitis B, varicella (chicken

pox), Hepatitis A, and of course, influenza.

Being around so many people and so many germs

makes it easy to get sick. Washing your hands is the

easiest and most effective way to prevent the spread of

germs. When you don’t have soap and water to clean

your hands, hand sanitizer is the next best thing.

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GET VACCINATED

WASH YOUR HANDS

CLEAN YOUR ROOM

GET YOUR EXERCISE

EAT A WELL-BALANCED DIET

GET PLENTY OF SLEEP

DRINK LOTS OF WATER

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Even though Mom and Dad won’t be there to tell you

to clean up anymore, it’s still important. Leaving old

food, dirty clothes and who-knows-what-else lying all

over your dorm room floor is an open invitation for

bugs, visible and invisible, to multiply. It just makes

you feel yucky!

Walking to class, eating right, and getting regular

exercise is a great way to maintain the healthiest

immune system you can. Trying not to gain the

‘freshman 15’ isn’t easy, but it will go a long way in

maintaining your overall health.

Do your best to eat a healthy, well-balanced diet and

your body will thank you for it. The better your diet, the

stronger your immune system will be.

It is an important part of a healthy lifestyle to get

as much rest as you can. Staying up all night and

sleeping through your classes isn’t ideal either, so get

your sleep at night.

Sodas and coffee may help you stay awake, but they

will also contribute to dehydration. Keep a water bottle

with you all the time, drink throughout the day, and

you will probably get what you need.

ASK FOR HELP

SLEEP

LEARN RELAXATION STRATEGIES

EAT WELL & EXERCISE

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With schoolwork, a family problem, a health problem,

etc. Never underestimate the value of talking to

a friend or family member when you’re feeling

overwhelmed.

Many college students report experiencing high levels

of stress at times, which is a normal part of college

life. However, high levels of unmanageable stress can

cause problems that affect your health, your academic

success and your relationships.

Students tend to not sleep enough, and this deficit is

cumulative. Lack of sleep will lower your resistance to

even small stressors, and increase the likelihood you’ll

catch a bug.

Breathing, meditation, or just finding a quiet place and

being still for a short time helps reduce stress.

Pay attention to what you’re eating when stress levels

are high. Poor nutrition, while sometimes giving you a

quick “boost,” will not help in the long run.

REDUCE YOUR STRESS.

GIVE YOURSELF PERMISSION TO BE HOMESICK

EXPLORE ACTIVITIES

BRING FAMILIAR THINGS WITH YOU

FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH YOUR NEW SURROUNDINGS

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Very few people are immune from homesickness.

Yearning for the comfort of home is normal. Not only

are you experiencing a major adjustment to your

new environment, but you are also experiencing

a loss of what was comfortable and predictable.

Feeling ‘homesick’ may include sadness, loneliness,

nervousness, insecurity, missing loved ones, or apathy

towards your new environment.

Realize that a period of homesickness is natural; it

doesn’t mean that you’re a baby, that you’re immature

or that you’re a “mama’s boy/daddy’s girl.” And guess

what? Everyone else is having similar feelings.

Once you know your new environment, find your

way around, see where your classes are located and

discover some fun hangouts and activities. You will

likely feel more comfortable and in control of your

situation.

Make a list of all the things you like to do and explore

the clubs or organizations that interest you. Chances

are you’ll find the perfect one!

Having pictures, memorabilia, or favorite possessions

with you in your new living space can help facilitate a

smoother transition.

HOMESICKNESS.

BE OPEN TO NEW OPPORTUNITIES

INVITE OTHERS IN YOUR EXPLORATIONS

KEEP IN TOUCH WITH FRIENDS

MAKE PLANS TO VISIT HOME

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Try to avoid comparing your new environment to

home. It’s different! The more open you are to NEW

things, the less you might miss PAST things.

Getting involved with others and making friends

can help you feel less alone. Inviting roommates,

classmates, and neighbors to “check out the campus”

or “see what’s downtown,” can often lead to a positive

experience.

Stay in contact with friends and family. Tell them all

about your new experiences and encourage them to

do the same with you.

Knowing that you have an upcoming trip may be

comforting and allow you to focus on your goals while

on campus. It also prevents those impulsive trips

home and encourages you to invest in your new life at

school.

8 HOURS IS THE AVERAGE SLEEP REQUIREMENT FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS.

WHAT IF NONE OF THIS STUFF WORKS?

DEPRESSION SYMPTOMS

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If you find you are having trouble adjusting, or

continue to feel homesick after a reasonable amount

of time (4-6 weeks), you may need to talk to someone.

Talking to friends, family, or your RA may be a good

starting point. Try meeting with a Success Advisor from

the Allen Yarnell Center for Student Success to learn

how to adjust to campus life. If you think you need

more assistance, MSU’s Counseling and Psychological

Services is here to help. You can contact them at

montana.edu/wwwcc or call 994.4531.

Sadness

Irritability

Poor Motivation

Difficulty Concentrating

Trouble Sleeping

Appetite Changes

Depression and anxiety are among the most common

issues college students deal with; about 1 in 5

students experience either condition. For some,

depression and anxiety existed before college, and

many others will experience these conditions at some

point during their college career. Some amount of

sadness or nervousness is normal; we all experience

these emotions from time to time. The difference with

depression and anxiety is that they are both more

intense, longer lasting, and cause more interference

with everyday life than common feelings of sadness,

nervousness, or “bad days.”

DEPRESSION & ANXIETY.

DEPRESSION SYMPTOMS

ANXIETY SYMPTOMS

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Restlessness

Fatigue

Pessimism

Loss of Interest/Enjoyment

Suicidal Thoughts

Chronic Worry

Nervousness/Fear

Panic Attacks

Sense of Dread

Muscle Tension

Fatigue

Trouble Sleeping

Appetite Changes

Trouble Concentrating

Repetitive Thoughts/Behaviors

Students give many different reasons for why they

may drink. Some students say they drink because of

peer pressure and to be part of a crowd. Some use

alcohol to avoid difficult situations that may arise at

school and work, or with family and friends. Others

use alcohol to avoid uncomfortable feelings, like

anxiety or sadness. Anyone who drinks runs the risk of

developing an alcohol problem. A serious problem can

develop quickly. Drug and alcohol use and abuse are

preventable.

DRUGS & ALCOHOL.

GET EDUCATED

AVOID PEER PRESSURE

ENVIRONMENT

FACE IT

SUPPORT

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Know the facts. Once you do, you will realize that it is

not worth endangering your career, your health, your

relationships and your future.

Think ahead about how to say “no.”

Avoid situations where people will be drinking and

using drugs. Get involved in non-drinking activities.

Confront your problem if you have one.

Get help for the underlying problems of family,

relationships, anxiety, or depression. The Office

of Health Advancement is a great resource. www.

montana.edu/oha

While the early months of a relationship can

feel effortless and exciting, successful long-term

relationships involve ongoing effort and compromise

by both partners. Building healthy patterns early in

your relationship can establish a solid foundation for

the long run.

RELATIONSHIPS.

BUILD

EXPLORE

ESTABLISH

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Build a foundation of appreciation and respect. Focus

on all the considerate things your partner says and

does. Happy couples make a point of noticing even

small opportunities to say “thank you” to their partner,

rather than focusing on mistakes their partner has

made.

Explore each other’s interests so that you have a long

list of things to enjoy together. Try new things together

to expand mutual interests.

Establish a pattern of apologizing if you make a

mistake or hurt your partner’s feelings. Saying “I’m

sorry” may be hard in the moment, but it goes a

long way towards healing a rift in a relationship. Your

partner will trust you more if he or she knows that you

will take responsibility for your words and actions.

If you are grappling with a relationship problem

or issue and would like some help, we encourage

you to contact the VOICE Center at 994.7069, or

Student Health Service at 994.2311, or Counseling &

Psychological Services at 994.4531.

VOICE CENTER.

RESOURCES.

Career, Internship & Student Employment Services: 994.4353 www.montana.edu/careers


Free Application for Federal Student Aid www.fafsa.ed.gov

National Student Loan Database www.nslds.ed.gov

Office of Financial Education : 994.4388www.montana.edu/financialeducation

Student Assistance Foundation : 994.5024www.smartaboutcollege.org

Skyline Bus (Bigsky or Moonlight) : 995.6287www.skylinebus.com

Streamline Bus Service : 587.2534www.streamlinebus.com

Trails around Bozeman : 587.8404www.gvlt.org/trails


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FINANCIAL EDUCATION.

You’ll have more freedom in college than you’ve

probably ever experienced in your life…and that is

a good thing. You’ll have the freedom to decide your

courses, your major, when you study, where you eat,

your friends, your internship, etc. But remember, there

are a few areas where you’ll want to practice restraint,

and your budget is one of them.

Budgeting is more than simply adding your expenses

and subtracting from your income. Building a

comprehensive budget can be difficult but is a key step

in planning and preparing for your future. When starting

a budget, it is important to analyze past spending in

Experts suggest working adults should put at least

10% of their monthly gross income into a savings

account. As a student, you need to manage various

financial transactions as part of the college experience.

Expenses may include paying tuition, fees, books,

student health insurance, housing, and dining

costs. Sometimes these costs amount to more than

expected, causing you to reach deep into your savings

account. Setting aside 10% of your monthly income

will prepare you for such emergencies and help you

achieve long-term financial goals.

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BUDGET

BUDGETING

SAVINGS

CREDIT

LOANS

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order to identify your needs and wants. A successful

budget balances your long-term goals against your short-

term needs. Budgets are financial road maps that help

you get to where you want to go.

Credit can be very beneficial but if used incorrectly

can significantly impact your financial future. The most

common way to ruin your credit history is through

credit cards. To minimize the dangers to your financial

health, choose your cards wisely, think twice before

using them, and don’t carry a balance.

Loan indebtedness is a reality for most of MSU’s

15,421 students, with 66% currently accepting some

form of financial aid to attend the university.

When you accept student loans as part of your

financial aid package, you are expected to pay back

the principal, plus interest. With the average debt

upon graduation from MSU at $27,200, preparation is

key to successful loan repayment.

By answering these questions you will be able to

determine an appropriate loan amount that will not

only meet your needs but be reasonable to pay back

in the future.

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2.

3.

Are you borrowing only what you need?

How else can you subsidize the cost of school?

What is your debt-to-potential-income ratio?

BEFORE ACCEPTING LOANS, ASK YOURSELF:

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To help you reach your financial goals, the Office of

Financial Education provides students and graduates

with the opportunity to meet with a trained coach to

discuss financial topics related to your needs.

The Financial Education Coaches believe that sound

financial skills are the key to financial independence

as a means to achieving life goals. While they won’t tell

you what to do, they can give you the tools, resources,

and counsel to feel empowered to make wise financial

decisions. Each session will be tailored to meet your

individual needs and answer any questions. Areas

of discussion might include but are not limited to

savings, budgeting, credit, and loans.

To schedule an appointment, contact the Office of

Financial Education today! Call us at 994.4388 or

email us at [email protected].

86” IS THE AVERAGE NUMBEROF INCHES OF SNOWFALL PER YEAR IN BOZEMAN.

FINANCIAL COACHES.

UTILIZE HIREABOBCAT.COM

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Scholarships may be found through the completion

and submission of the Free Application for Federal

Student Aid (FAFSA). The Office of Financial Aid has

limited scholarship monies available to students who

qualify by filling out this form. Forms are available

online after January 1st of each year and early

submission is important. Scholarship opportunities

as you continue at MSU may be found through the

various departments and colleges on campus. Many

have scholarship applications available for download

on their websites. Students need to be aware of the

individual deadlines for these scholarships and submit

their applications in a timely manner.

Whether you have to work or you want to work, having

a job while you are in school can help you in the

short term (providing money to pay for school) and

the long term (experience on your resume). In fact,

we encourage you to get a job whether you need the

money or not. The experience you gain will pay off in

the end.

This is a service provided by Career, Internship

& Student Employment Services. Go to www.

HireABobcat.com to find student employment

opportunities both on and off campus.

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES.

FINDING A JOB.

HAVE WORK STUDY?

TAKE THE PROCESS SERIOUSLY

GET A JUMP START

IF YOU REALY WANT TO WORK

DO AN INTERNSHIP

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Positions can be found online at www.HireABobcat.

com. Don’t have a work-study? Don’t worry, there are

still many opportunities for you to find a part-time job

on this site.

Applying for a job as a student is just as important as

if it were a full-time job. Create a professional resume

and be professional in your dress and demeanor in the

interview and on the job.

Get ahead of the competition by having your resume

ready and applying to a position as soon as you find

one of interest.

Work for an off-campus organization or on-campus

department. Ask them if they are hiring. Take the

initiative to ask. It can’t hurt!

An internship is a formal experience with an employer.

You will work for an organization completing projects,

observing others, and getting to know what it is like to

work in the “real” world. Internships are a great way to

build your resume and get to know an employer.

RESOURCES.

Intramurals & Recreation: 994.5000www.montana.edu/getfit

Office of Student Engagement: 994.6902www.montana.edu/engagement

The Museum of the Rockies: 994.3466www.museumoftherockies.org

Bozeman Events www.bozemanevents.net

Bozeman Onlinewww.bozemanonline.com

Outside Bozeman: 582.8068www.outsidebozeman.com

The Emerson Cultural Center: 587.9797www.theemerson.org/events-calendar/

Bozeman Fairgrounds: 582.3270

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BREATHE.

USING YOUR FREE TIME.

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30 MINUTES

1 HOUR

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Check out an exhibit at the Exit Gallery in the SUB

or the Helen E. Copeland Gallery in Haynes Hall.

Feed the ducks in MSU’s Duck Pond.

Get to know one of your MSU professors or faculty

members better — initiate a conversation or make

an appointment with them.

Walk through the MSU Architecture Department

and check out the latest projects.

Check out the Resource Center & Bulletin

Board at ASMSU Outdoor Recreation Center for

upcoming events, outings, services and exchanges

of equipment.

Read ‘The Exponent’ — your campus newspaper.

Make a new friend — strike up a conversation with

a fellow student.

Explore the MSU website. www.montana.edu.

See a laser show or check out an exhibit at the

Museum of the Rockies.

Write down your goals & dreams of what you

would like to do after you graduate.

Jump on one of the Streamline buses at the

Strand Union and take a roundtrip tour of town.

Try Yoga, Pilates, Drumming, Kickboxing, Zumba,

Max Core, Boot Camp, Hydro Fitness or Slow &

Steady Class at the Marga Hosaeus Fitness Center.

Go to the Bozeman Public Library and get a library

card.

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2 HOURS

3 HOURS

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Bike or walk the valley’s trail system. Find a map

at: www.gvlt.org/trails

Check out one of MSU’s many clubs, intramurals

or other meetings happening around campus.

Grab a bench up on Peet’s Hill above the city

library and watch the sunset.

Stroll Downtown Bozeman on any Friday night or

Sunday morning.

Attend a FREE performance of Montana

Shakespeare in the Parks.

Perfect your grind at the Bozeman Skate Park or

visit the BMX track.

Attend/View art exhibits at Bozeman’s Emerson

Cultural Center.

Visit the Farmer’s Market at Bogert Park, Gallatin

County Fairgrounds, or the Emerson Cultural

Center.

Maintain or repair your own equipment at the

Bicycle & Ski Workshop at ASMSU Outdoor

Recreation Center.

See a movie at the Procrastinator Theater at

MSU or the Regal Gallatin Valley Cinemas, or

the Bozeman Film Festival held at the Emerson

Cultural Center.

Plan an evening of board games with friends.

Attend a Bobcat sporting event.

Attend the ballet or the symphony. Can’t afford it?

See if they need volunteer ushers or look for “rush

tickets.”

See a play or comedy at the Blackbox Theatre.

There are also many small theatre companies in

Bozeman.

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HALF A DAY

A FULL DAY

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Play Frisbee golf at Rose Park in Bozeman. Also

try playing paintball at Battle Ridge.

Take dance lessons. Attend monthly Contra or

International folk-dancing. Check out the schedule

on the Bozeman Folklore Society website.

Take a seminar or non-credit class on outdoor-

oriented topics from the ASMSU Recreation

Center.

Go on a walk or ski during a full moon.

Pick a new area of town to explore each weekend.

Attend free evening concerts at places like the

Community Food Co-op.

Fish the Gallatin River or other rivers.

Volunteer for an organization in need or for Service

Saturdays: check the schedule with MSU’s Office

of Activities & Engagement.

Cross country ski on one of the many groomed

trails around Bozeman, or check out Bohart

Ranch or Lone Mountain Ranch.

Print out the MSU Campus Map and see how

many buildings you can explore in half a day.

Ride the Gondola or Zip Line at Big Sky Ski Resort.

Take one of the hikes listed in this section.

Go on a group outing with the ASMSU Outdoor

Recreation Center.

Catch the bus to Big Sky and ski for the day.

Get a job - checkout the job board outside Career,

Internship & Student Employment Services.

Drive down to West Yellowstone and view the

canyon and wildlife near Big Sky.

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5.

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Give a day - volunteer for one of the community

events going on or for an organization in need.

Visit Mammoth Hot Springs in the winter after

snow falls. Bring cross country skis or snow shoes

from the Outdoor Rec Center.

The M. One of Bozeman’s most visible landmarks.

There are two trails to the landmark- one with

winding switchbacks (1.5 miles), and one a

rigorously steep ½-mile climb for the more

ambitious.

Drinking Horse Mountain Trail. Bozeman’s newest

hiking gem, but not just because it makes for a

short, vigorous 1.6 mile (3.2 mile roundtrip) early-

morning or after-class hike.

Grotto Falls. A fun hike in Hyalite Canyon. It’s

about a mile walk along an easy, gradual grade

that leads to the falls.

Sacajawea Peak. The tallest peak in the Bridger

range is summited with a steep, two-mile climb

that starts at the Fairy Lake Campground.

Lava Lake. A beautiful mountain lake in the

Spanish Peaks off Highway 191 toward Big Sky.

GREAT HIKES IN THE AREA.

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Organize your daily planner. Make sure that all

important dates are copied down so you can be

prepared for a busy week ahead.

Review your notes. Research shows that students

who review their notes on a daily basis retain more

information than students who do not.

Highlight important paragraphs in your textbook

and write down any unanswered questions in the

margin of the book.

Stop by your professor’s office hours! Get to know

the individual who will be grading all of your work.

Take advantage of the face-to-face time to ask

questions and clarify assignments.

Chat with other students in your class about

forming a study group. Make arrangements to

meet at Renne Library or in the Strand Union

Building.

Take a nap in the Leigh Lounge. Being well-rested

is important to keep your memory functioning at

its prime!

Make a list of goals you want to complete by the

end of the semester. Making and achieving small

goals can help to build your confidence as a

student!

Go to class! It might sound like a no-brainer, but

attending class is the absolute best way to ensure

your success on campus. Professors can make

changes to the syllabus, add an extra assignment,

give out extra credit, or hand out a quiz. Being

present every time class meets guarantees that

you are always aware of what is required of you to

do well in the class.

IMPROVE YOUR GRADES.30 MINUTES

1 HOUR

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2 HOURS

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Make flashcards for the vocabulary that pertains to

your current reading assignment.

Make your own test! Take each heading in your

book and turn it into a question. Not only will you

know the contents of your reading assignment

better, but you will increase the likelihood of doing

well on the upcoming test!

Reformat your notes. Everyone has their own style

of learning and it is important that you discover

what works for you. Feel free to reorganize your

notes or handouts in a manner that suits you and

your learning style.

Attend a study group. Bouncing ideas off of other

students can help you to understand the problem

or assignment in a different context.

Visit the Math Learning Center in Wilson Hall.

There is no getting around it: to graduate from

MSU you are going to have to take a math class.

The Math Learning Center is staffed with students

and professors who love to see you succeed.

Stop by the Allen Yarnell Center for Student

Success. We can help you brush up on your study

skills, time management, textbook reading, note-

taking and even help you develop a career plan.

Don’t see what you are looking for? Don’t worry!

This office can customize a program to fit your

needs.

Meet with a SmartyCats Tutor. Go here to get

started: www.msusmartycats.com.

Have a busy week ahead? Take your free time on

campus to research the paper that is due next

week. Use the online catalogs to find articles or

journals that pertain to your prompt.

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2. Review your notes for every class that was taken

for the week. Find a quiet place on campus and

make sure you understand everything that was

covered in each of your classes.

GAGE PETERSON : MAJOR IN FILM

Q/A FOR SUCCESS.

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freshmen?

Immerse yourself in your environment by picking

up as many new hobbies as possible and stay true

to yourself.


on how to do well in class?

Establish a relationship with your professors and

take advantage of resources on campus such as

the Writing Center.

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