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University partners with tribes for wildfire smoke monitoring

The University of Montana (UM) and the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes (CSKT) have partnered to address the increasing threat of wildfire smoke exposure in Montana.

By Glacier Country News | Mar 19, 2025

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University of Montana's Dianne Burke recognized among top women leaders in security

The University of Montana's Dianne Burke, a professor and director of CyberMontana, has been acknowledged for her leadership in the cybersecurity field.

By Glacier Country News | Mar 18, 2025

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University of Montana honors two alumni with doctorates at spring commencement

By Glacier Country News | Mar 13, 2025

Two notable alumni from the University of Montana, Steven Rinella and Eric Sprunk, are set to receive honorary doctorates during the UM Spring Commencement on May 10.

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University course explores Irish identity through music ahead of St Patrick's Day

By Glacier Country News | Mar 12, 2025

As St. Patrick's Day approaches, students at the University of Montana are delving into Irish culture through a unique course titled "Rockin’ Rebels: Rhetorics of Irish Music from Traditional to Punk."

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UM alumna becomes university's first Luce Scholar

By Glacier Country News | Mar 11, 2025

Courtney Bentz has been named the University of Montana's first Luce Scholar, a prestigious fellowship that offers emerging leaders professional experiences in Asia.

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University of Montana introduces new public health focus for journalism graduate students

By Glacier Country News | Mar 10, 2025

The University of Montana's School of Journalism has introduced a new concentration in public health to its Environmental Science and Natural Resource Journalism graduate program.

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University of Montana seeks Indigenous artists for N7-inspired logo design

By Glacier Country News | Mar 5, 2025

The University of Montana is seeking submissions from Indigenous artists for its N7-inspired promotional retail line.

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UM law student wins Concerto & Aria Competition; set to perform with symphony

By Glacier Country News | Mar 4, 2025

University of Montana law student Vance J. Thuesen has been named one of the three winners of the UM School of Music’s annual Concerto & Aria Competition.

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University of Montana prepares for sixth annual 'The Big Give' fundraising event

By Glacier Country News | Feb 26, 2025

The University of Montana is set to host its sixth annual day of giving, known as The Big Give, from noon on March 5 to noon on March 6.

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Yellowstone celebrates three decades since wolf reintroduction

By Glacier Country News | Feb 25, 2025

Mark Hebblewhite, a professor of ungulate habitat ecology at the University of Montana, reflects on 30 years since the reintroduction of wolves to Yellowstone National Park.

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University of Montana reports continued rise in spring enrollment

By Glacier Country News | Feb 20, 2025

The University of Montana (UM) has reported a 4.3% increase in spring 2025 enrollment compared to the previous year, marking a continued trend of growth for the institution.

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UM law student gains practical experience in Montana Governor's Office

By Glacier Country News | Feb 19, 2025

Jennifer Hurst, a third-year law student at the University of Montana, is gaining practical experience by working in the Office of the Governor during the 2025 legislative session.

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University of Montana ranks first again for community and national service

By Glacier Country News | Feb 18, 2025

The University of Montana (UM) has achieved a significant milestone by being ranked as the top university in the United States for community and national service for the third consecutive year.

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University of Montana appoints first chair for Japanese-Indo-Pacific affairs

By Glacier Country News | Feb 13, 2025

The Maureen and Mike Mansfield Center at the University of Montana has appointed Dr. Kristin Vekasi as the inaugural Mansfield Chair of Japanese and Indo-Pacific Affairs.

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University of Montana retains prestigious 'R1' status amid growing research efforts

By Glacier Country News | Feb 13, 2025

The University of Montana (UM) has successfully retained its "R1" status, affirming its position as a leading research and doctorate-granting institution in the United States.

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Montana Public Radio enhances rural coverage with new policy reporter

By Glacier Country News | Feb 12, 2025

Montana Public Radio (MTPR) is expanding its state government news team to address coverage gaps in rural community issues.

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University of Montana explores romance through speed dating research

By Glacier Country News | Feb 11, 2025

Researchers at the University of Montana are investigating what creates romantic connections, using speed dating as a research setting.

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UM studies highlight urgent need for increased reforestation efforts

By Glacier Country News | Feb 7, 2025

Two studies from the University of Montana are shedding light on the challenges facing forest regeneration in the Western United States due to increasing wildfires and rising temperatures.

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UM researchers study wildfire effects on mountain lakes

By Glacier Country News | Feb 3, 2025

Brooke Bain-White, a Ph.D. candidate at the University of Montana's Global Climate and Ecology Lab, is investigating the impact of wildfires on high-elevation lakes in Glacier National Park.

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University of Montana receives $500K grant for new Democracy Studies Program

By Glacier Country News | Jan 31, 2025

The University of Montana has been awarded a $500,000 grant from the Mellon Foundation to establish a Democracy Studies Program.