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Table of Contents Resources for students ������������������������������4 Quick facts ��������������������������������������������������5 Finding adventure ��������������������������������������6

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Getting around town ��������������������������������10 Woodsman team is a cut above ��������������14 Maintaining your mental health ��������������16 Get involved! ��������������������������������������������21 Trails in and around Missoula ������������������22 Finding academic success ������������������������24 Best of Missoula picks ������������������������������25 8 distinctive classes you’ll want to take ��26

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Table of Contents Resources for students ������������������������������4 Quick facts ��������������������������������������������������5 Finding adventure ��������������������������������������6

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Staying safe on and off campus ��������������12

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Getting around town ��������������������������������10 Woodsman team is a cut above ��������������14 Maintaining your mental health ��������������16 Get involved! ��������������������������������������������21 Trails in and around Missoula ������������������22 Best of Missoula picks ������������������������������24 8 distinctive classes you’ll want to take ��26

Winner of Best Place To Dance and Managing your money in college ������������26 Best Place To Mingle if you’re single! Picking a major ����������������������������������������28 Come say hi to Missoula’s Best Save with student discounts ��������������������30 Bartender Finalist- Jake!

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STUDENT RESOURCES LUCY TOMPKINS | For the Missoulian‌

n a new place, it’s always good to know where the safety resources are and how to reach them. There are a few important numbers to keep in your phone just in case. Here are some of the university’s and the city’s main safety resources and what they do.

Office for Student Success/Undergraduate Advising Center Located in the Lommasson Center, this office provides students with a range of services including academic advising for specific preUniversity of Montana Police Department UMPD can be reached 24 hours a day at 406-243-4000 for emer- majors, tutoring, general education evaluations and a number of other gencies, or 406-243-6131 for non-emergencies. Campus police can student success programs. 406-243-2800. http://www.umt.edu/oss/ generally respond to a call on campus faster than city police, and they American Indian Student Services know the campus layout really well. Their headquarters are behind AISS, located in the Payne Family Native American Center, focuses the football stadium, across Campus Drive. This also is where you’ll go on aiding Native American students with the transition to college if you get a parking ticket on campus. UMPD sends text alerts about and help them find success at the university. 406-243-6306. http:// campus emergencies, and to sign up for these notifications you can www.umt.edu/aiss/ go to your “Personal Information” tab in Cyberbear and update your City of Missoula resources: emergency text messages cellphone number.

Missoula Police Department GrizWalk To reach the MPD, you just have to call 911. If you’re nervous about If you’re ever nervous about walking across campus alone at night, initiating a formal investigation, but you need help, calling 911 is still UM has a free, student-staffed safety service that pairs you with a a good option.

Especially if you’ve experienced some form of viostudent for your walk. GrizWalk members will meet callers wherever they are on campus to make sure you don’t have to walk alone in the lence, the police can help you access counseling or other resources dark. For a walking buddy, call 406-243-2777. They’re open every day like SARC, the hospital or the YWCA. If you want to report a crime but are underage and have been drinking, Public Information Officer of the week while school is in session.

Travis Welsh says the cops will prioritize addressing the crime, not the Student Advocacy Resource Center (SARC) secondary issue of underage drinking. Welsh also emphasized that SARC is located in Curry Health Center, and is a great resource for if you’ve been sexually assaulted but are afraid to report because students. They provide counseling, referrals and advocacy within the you’ve been drinking, your safety is their priority and you won’t be justice, medical and social service systems. They’re there to serve charged for drinking. And, reporting an incident doesn’t mean you students who have experienced sexual assault, relationship violence, have to pursue an investigation right away. bullying, intimidation or discrimination. All of their services are confiSt. Patrick Hospital dential and free. They also train all UM students to be active bystandThe hospital can be reached at 406-543-7271. It’s on the other side ers, and they have a 24-hour emergency hotline: 406-243-6559. To of the Clark Fork River, located at 500 West Broadway. reach their office, call 406-243-4429.

First Step Resource Center Title IX Coordinator First Step provides resources for child and adult victims of abuse UM’s current Title IX coordinator is Alicia Arant, and she’s the peror sexual assault. They perform medical evaluations and forensic son to contact if you want to report discrimination or harassment, or if you just want to find out what the university can do to help you. interviews, and offer mental health treatment and referrals. First She coordinates the University’s response to complaints of sex-based Step is part of Providence St. Patrick Hospital, but has its own private, discrimination, including sexual harassment, stalking, sexual assault, quiet area. You can reach First Step at 406-329-5776, and they’re relationship violence and other forms of sexual misconduct, as well as available 24 hours a day for medical evaluations and evidence collecretaliation. The university has its own way of handling these issues, tions. You can use First Step’s services and collect evidence from an outside of the legal system, to ensure that students are safe in their assault without making a report to law enforcement. Their address is 500 West Broadway. learning environments. To reach Alicia, call 406-243-5617.

University of Montana resources:

Curry Health Center Curry is the campus health center, and they offer medical, dental, counseling and pharmacy services. It is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Monday through Friday, with a break for lunch from noon to 1 p.m.

Counseling at Curry is offered at reduced fees for students. Call 406243-4711 to set up a counseling appointment.

Suicide crisis hotline Montana regularly has one of the highest suicide rates in the country. UM wants students to know there are services available, but if you need to talk to someone immediately, the Montana Suicide Prevention Lifeline is available 24/7 for you to speak with trained advocates. To reach them, call 1-800-273-TALK or 1-800-273-8255.

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Hot springs‌

Along Highway 12 southwest of Missoula, the Lolo area’s worst-kept secrets are its natural hot springs. Jerry Johnson Hot Springs over the Idaho border has three different pools up a short walking trail that starts from a parking lot along the highway. These are a popular set of hot springs, so prepare to make a few friends. Driving a few miles deeper into Idaho will land you at the trailhead to Bob Weir Hot Springs; follow the trail along Weir Creek a short distance and check out the campgrounds if you might stay overnight. There is, of course, always the Lolo AMY ROSS‌ Hot Springs resort with staff, locker rooms and developed pools for those looking for a more tame hot spring outing. The resort Jerry Johnson Hot Springs is located along the Lochsa River, just is located just 28 miles up Highway 12 from Lolo. over Lolo Pass.

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National Forests‌

Missoula is something of a center point for public lands, with national forests in each direction. To the south, the Bitterroot National Forest spans the scenic Bitterroot Valley down Highway 93 and holds landmark destinations like Trapper Peak and Blodgett Canyon. To the north, the Flathead National Forest offers some great terrain; at a bargain for space and solitude, too, considering the number of visitors to Glacier National Park. The Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest includes some sweeping landscapes, including the storied Bob Marshall Wilderness complex on the edge of the Rocky Mountain Front.

Southwest Montana is home to the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, in which the Anaconda-Pintler Wilderness makes for great exploration.

Hiking, camping, fishing and hunting these public lands can be a great introduction to Montana’s outdoor recreation, at a distance perfect for a weekend escape.

In-town hiking‌

The amount of out-your-back-door day hikes available to Missoulians is, in part, what makes Missoula so enviable to other cities in the state. The trail systems for Mount Sentinel, Mount Jumbo, Pattee Canyon, The Rattlesnake, Waterworks Hill and Blue Mountain are well-developed for a reason. Get above Missoula in these areas for an early-morning hike before work or a stretch after you clock out, with plenty of time to make it back before the breweries close at 8 p.m.

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Shawn Grove, director of the Veterans Education and Transition Services Office, stands for a photograph outside the VETS office on the University of Montana campus in Missoula earlier this month. Grove was made director of VETS in December 2013. He said his biggest accomplishment within the office is a shift in culture among University of Montana students who utilize the VETS office resources.

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ike a veteran’s transition from soldier to civilian, the director’s office at the University of Montana’s Veterans Education and Transition Services transitioned from a bathroom.

Shawn Grove, an Army veteran who has led the department since the end of 2013, had no problem making the bathroom his office and leaving the rest of the building to his staff and the hundreds of veterans enrolled at UM. Renovations to the three-story building on Beckwith make up only a small portion of the improvements for veteran students made under Grove’s leadership.

“Every year we try to come up with a new project, something to build on what we’ve accomplished so far,” he said.

Since he took over as director, the department that manages

benefits for veterans has gone from near collapse to consistently earning the university national recognition for its service to students.

Grove left active duty in 2009 after serving for five years.

While studying for his undergraduate degree at the University of Maryland, he entered a work-study program through Veterans Affairs to lend a hand to the school’s single administrator who managed the paperwork for those enrolled with military benefits.

“During my first semester, I was a little bit miffed by how inefficient it was,” he said. “It was a week before classes started, and I still hadn’t registered. The person in charge was a sweaty mess, just overwhelmed by everything that he had to sort through.”

A year later, the University of Maryland hired Grove as a

2019-20 BEAR NECESSITIES full-time employee in the registrar’s office. About that same time, he decided that he’d found a new career path.

“I went back to school with the intention of working for one of the three-letter agencies, but I realized I didn’t want to do that. What I wanted to do was help veterans with their higher education,” Grove said.

After working as a VA auditor for the Maryland Higher Education Commission, Grove and his wife came to Missoula. In the years before Grove arrived, the university faced intense scrutiny from the VA. “When I first interviewed for the job, the picture was not painted very pretty. The university was just learning about the Post 9/11 GI Bill and way out of compliance with the VA. It got to the point where the VA threatened to take away all veteran benefits from the university,” he said.

A year after he became director, the VA audited UM and found it to be 100% compliant with its standards. A year after that, UM became the only school in the Northwest to be recognized as a Purple Heart University for its service to veterans.

Along with the additions to the VETS office, which include a computer lab, printing station, rec room and patio, Grove has also coordinated with UM administrators to place staff on the university’s main campus and at Missoula College.

“They have all the same resources we do, but one thing that vets said they wanted was a space that was not necessarily off campus, but ‘away from the brass.’ This place is their escape, their refuge.” Grove said.

Grove said in the nearly six years that he’s been at the Uni-

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In response to climate surveys, the VETS center unlocked all of its doors, allowing veterans who may not be “social bugs” to access the computer lab without passing the front desk. Staff has also expanded from what used to be “all white dudes who were in the Marines” to men and women who served in the Marine Corps, Army, Navy and Air Force. Instructions for the staff reinforce this cultural change.

“I received feedback from female veterans who would come in and the first thing staff would ask is, ‘When did your dad get out?’ They’d turn in what they had to, but then never come back again. Now, no matter who walks through the door, the first question is: ‘When did you separate from active duty?’ If they’re a vet, then they get that recognition right off the bat.”

Grove said he also helps to mediate issues between students and teachers that can arise from the change of “training to fight to training to learn.”

“A university is unnatural environment, but is a unique opportunity for someone just exiting the military. You have a huge support network that you won’t find in the civilian world with counselors, faculty and your classmates,” he said.

Grove said veteran students, himself included, still have to contend with civilian responsibilities, like scheduling dental appointments, finding a place to get a haircut and even dressing themselves. Grove himself still wears a pair of tan combat boots.

“But that’s because I’m hiking the M later,” he said.

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2019-20 BEAR NECESSITIES full-time employee in the registrar’s office. About that same time, he decided that he’d found a new career path.

“I went back to school with the intention of working for one of the three-letter agencies, but I realized I didn’t want to do that. What I wanted to do was help veterans with their higher education,” Grove said.

After working as a VA auditor for the Maryland Higher Education Commission, Grove and his wife came to Missoula. In the years before Grove arrived, the university faced intense scrutiny from the VA. “When I first interviewed for the job, the picture was not painted very pretty. The university was just learning about the Post 9/11 GI Bill and way out of compliance with the VA. It got to the point where the VA threatened to take away all veteran benefits from the university,” he said.

A year after he became director, the VA audited UM and found it to be 100% compliant with its standards. A year after that, UM became the only school in the Northwest to be recognized as a Purple Heart University for its service to veterans.

Along with the additions to the VETS office, which include a computer lab, printing station, rec room and patio, Grove has also coordinated with UM administrators to place staff on the university’s main campus and at Missoula College.

“They have all the same resources we do, but one thing that vets said they wanted was a space that was not necessarily off campus, but ‘away from the brass.’ This place is their escape, their refuge.” Grove said.

Grove said in the nearly six years that he’s been at the Uni-

versity of Montana, the greatest accomplishment on the part of his office and administrators has been what he called a “culture change.”

In response to climate surveys, the VETS center unlocked all of its doors, allowing veterans who may not be “social bugs” to access the computer lab without passing the front desk. Staff has also expanded from what used to be “all white dudes who were in the Marines” to men and women who served in the Marine Corps, Army, Navy and Air Force. Instructions for the staff reinforce this cultural change.

“I received feedback from female veterans who would come in and the first thing staff would ask is, ‘When did your dad get out?’ They’d turn in what they had to, but then never come back again. Now, no matter who walks through the door, the first question is: ‘When did you separate from active duty?’ If they’re a vet, then they get that recognition right off the bat.”

Grove said he also helps to mediate issues between students and teachers that can arise from the change of “training to fight to training to learn.”

“A university is unnatural environment, but is a unique opportunity for someone just exiting the military. You have a huge support network that you won’t find in the civilian world with counselors, faculty and your classmates,” he said.

Grove said veteran students, himself included, still have to contend with civilian responsibilities, like scheduling dental appointments, finding a place to get a haircut and even dressing themselves. Grove himself still wears a pair of tan combat boots.

“But that’s because I’m hiking the M later,” he said.

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‘ON THE ROAD AGAIN’ Getting to and from campus made easy

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tudents living in the residency halls on campus at the University of Montana only make up a portion of those enrolled. Everyone else commutes to the university from one of the surrounding neighborhoods, across Missoula and even as far as Lolo and Frenchtown.

Depending on how far they live from campus, and how forgiving the weather wants to be, students living off campus have several options when deciding how to make their way to class.

So long as students don’t mind investing in some decent boots and a jacket, anyone living within a few miles of the university can make it to campus in 30 minutes or less.

The paved trails running along the Clark Fork make it possible to get to campus, regardless of which side of the river students live. During the summer and autumn, the trails and the weather are ideal for a walk or jog to class.

Then, there’s winter. Missoula averages 40 inches of snow a year, nearly double the national average. When the snow finally sticks around around November, it usually stays until the March thaw. Although the city has an ordinance in place

requiring residents to shovel the snow from their sidewalks by 9 a.m., the typical winter commute means trudging through at least a few inches.

Along with the risks that come with being outside in belowfreezing temperatures, a spill on some ice can ruin a student’s morning. To avoid catastrophe, those braving the elements should shorten their stride, bundle up and keep an eye out for black ice.

Or, they can hop on one of over a dozen buses that run throughout the city for a free ride to campus.

Both the University of Montana and the city of Missoula provide bus services, with the main routes of UM’s UDASH running during the autumn and spring semester and routes on Missoula’s Mountain Line available Monday through Friday all year.

Mountain Line has 14 bus routes, starting from its station downtown, that span the city. Routes 1, 8 and 12 have stops at UM’s campus on Arthur Avenue and at the Music Building.

UDASH, established by the Associated Students of the University of Montana, provides more than 400,000 rides a year and its buses begin their routes 7 a.m. during the weekdays, along with a late night shuttle to and from downtown.

The Red Line loops around campus before making a final stop at the Lewis and Clark Villages on Higgins Avenue. For those

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who want to combine a driving and busing commute, parking at the University of Montana soccer field on South Avenue is free and within just a few yards of a stop on the way to campus.

The Green Line is UM’s link to Missoula College across the Clark Fork River. It also has several stops along Broadway for those who want a quick trip downtown for lunch.

The Purple Line is ideal for those living in the Riverfront neighborhoods of 5th and 6th Street, or who want to stop by Westside Lanes and Fun Center for some bowling. Because most of this route also runs on Mountain Line’s Route 8, the stops on 5th and 6th Streets are served 3 to 4 times every hour.

The Gold Line, running Thursday through Friday from 10 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. on Saturday, follows a route similar to the Red Line, with an additional loop downtown along Main Street. Although meant to cater to those who want to enjoy a drink or two or ten and stay off the road, be advised that drivers can eject any passenger who doesn’t behave.

Apps are available on Android and iPhone for real-time updates on bus times for UDASH and Mountain Line routes.

Those living west of Reserve Street will have few choices in getting to campus beyond a bike or a car.

For those driving and parking on campus, permits to park in one of 12 lots can be purchased via Cyberbear, and go from $241 for a full year and $121 for a half year. Motorcycle parking permits can be bought for $44. The UMPD Parking Office also offers a Car Pool permit, with at least three commuting members driving in three registered vehicles paying $12 each. For any questions regarding long and short term parking.

And be careful of where you decide to park you vehicle, as fines can range from $20 to $100. To quote UMPD’s website: “UNAWARENESS OF THE REGULATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED IN APPEALS.” To avoid the traffic, and save money on parking permits and tickets, those living more than a few miles from campus will find riding a bike ideal. Missoula has been classified as a goldlevel bicycle friendly community by the League of American Bicyclists since 2012, and UM has received the same award as a university since 2013.

UM’s Office of Transportation has bikes for loan at $98 for one semester or $176 for the year. It also offers an interest-free bike loan through Missoula Federal Credit Union.

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STAYING SAFE ON CAMPUS

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‌Campus safety

The University of Montana strives to provide a safe and inclusive environment for everyone on campus. However, there are always ways you can help yourself to be safe and prepared, on campus and off.

Take extra precautions at night. Walk with a buddy if you can, or utilize the GrizWalk service. Take note of the emergency phones stationed around campus.

GrizWalk is a service that provides safe escort — walking or driving — between dusk and dawn. Simply call the number (243-2777) and a student team from the UM Police Department’s GrizWalk Security Team will escort you. If GrizWalk is not available, a UM Police Officer will provide the same service.

Tell people you trust where you are going, when you expect to be there and let them know when you make it back.

The Student Advocacy Resource Center (SARC) offers bystander intervention training to teach strategies and techniques to help stop sexual harassment and sexual violence before it starts.

Alert system

UM has a notification system in place to inform students, staff and visitors of threats to their safety and health. To subscribe to UM Alerts by text, test “Join UM-alerts” to 30890.

Bike safety

To keep your bike safe on campus, be sure to lock it up. ULocks can be purchased at the Public Safety office or you can buy one at a local recreation store or online.

Keep in mind that though you may be more agile on a bike, you still must obey all state laws, including stopping for stop signs and red lights, yielding the right of way when entering a roadway, using lights when riding in the dark and using hand signals to indicate change of direction.

Bikes are also subject to moving and parking fines according to state law, city ordinances and University regulations. On campus, bikes may only park in bike racks, not secured to any other object or obstructing sidewalks or entrances.

You can register your bike with the University Police to aid in recovery if it is stolen from campus. The key piece to know

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UM Police Department As active shooter situations become The University has their own police more common on college campuses and department, with sworn officers and dis- throughout the country, it is important to patchers on duty 24 hours a day. UM Police be aware of the University’s active shooter Officers perform police functions for the response plan and know how you should UM Main Campus and Missoula College. respond if there is an active shooter in UMPD works to create a safe, secure your area. learning environment, prevent crime Active shooter situations are often over and administer parking programs that before law enforcement arrives on scene. accommodate daily campus life and spe- To prepare, ask yourself “What if?” quescial events. tions and develop a plan before a situation Contact the department at 243-4000 occurs. Take note of the nearest exits in any or 911 in an emergency or 243-6131 in a building or facility you visit. Be aware of non-emergency. your environment and possible dangers.

Emergency preparedness

Emergencies such as fires, weather incidents or active shooters are all risks students should be aware of and have plans for.

Whether you live on campus or off, check on the building’s fire evacuation plans when you move in.

Stay alert to inclement weather in your area. Snow storms can move in fast, so be aware and sign up for campus alerts so

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Members of the UM Woodsman Team stayed active during the summer to compete in the 2019 Darby logger days.

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tarting in the fall of 2019, students will be able to join the University of Montana’s latest official sport, where the equipment includes axes, logs and chainsaws.

The UM Woodsman Team has been representing the university in timber sports for decades, drawing in seasoned forestry enthusiasts along with those who have never even held a saw or an ax.

“When I was a little kid, I used to watch it on TV,” said Eric Hoberg, one of the team’s mentors and coaches.

“I always wanted to be a speed climber. When I first got to the school, the Woodsman Team was one of the first thing I heard about,” he said.

Speed climbing, one of several events that make up timber sports, involves shimmying up a log that can be as tall as 90 feet. Other events include ax throwing, wood chopping, sawing and log rolling.

Timber remained Missoula’s largest industry for well over a century, with loggers tearing through acres of Montana’s forests and sending them downriver to the mills of Missoula and Ravalli County. Starting in the 1950s, forestry clubs and woodsman teams began holding competitions that embraced the skills used by loggers and mill workers 100 years prior.

UM’s team, which up until autumn 2019 functioned as a

student-run club, has produced nationally recognized men and woman. The team goes to at least seven competitions a year, all spread around the western United States at universities that carry on the traditions of the Association of Western Forestry Clubs.

“The program’s pretty well-known throughout the country,” said Hoberg, who joined the team in 2002.

After graduating from W.A. Franke College of Forestry & Conservation, Hoberg remained a part of the team to both mentor its newest members and stay in shape for professional competitions that have taken him as far as Australia and New Zealand.

Although membership varies, the university’s Woodsman Team averages nearly 30 people each year, according to Hoberg.

To support itself, the team embraces its namesake. It splits wood, and a lot of it. According to Hoberg, the team produces 60 to 70 chords of wood provided by local mills a year. The funds go toward the team’s travel and equipment expenses.

Along with becoming an official UM sport, the Woodsman Team will also have access to an improved training center at its Fort Missoula competition grounds. Hoberg and the team have spent to past year rebuilding the space where they can store their equipment, re-handle their axes and chop wood throughout the year.

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2019-20 BEAR NECESSITIES Because the team trains throughout the winter months, they also utilize the Grizzly Pool on UM’s campus. The indoor pool, along with the synthetic log used for training, prove especially useful when temperatures get below freezing.

“A lot of the other teams are at schools that are on the coast.

It gets rainy and miserable, but it doesn’t freeze the way it does here,” Hoberg said.

When conditions are more favorable, the team has an outdoor pool at Fort Missoula. Here, they can practice according to competition standards, wearing metal-studded boots and balancing on top of an actual log.

According to Hoberg, students in forestry and conservation majors typically only make up half of the Woodsman Team.

The team is open to anyone who wants to come by the team’s weekly sessions, and members train as frequently as once a week to every day. Those members include education, business and psychology majors.

“The nursing majors really come in handy,” Hoberg said.

One of those nursing majors, Sydney Auld, will be one of two team captains for the upcoming school year.

Auld, who will be a junior at the start of the semester, has been a member of the team since her freshman year. Auld is a legacy member, with her sister, Amber Auld being a top competitor in 2015 at Oregon State University’s Fall Frost and the University of Montana’s Forestry Days.

Auld said she wants to get the team back to its former glory, after membership numbers dipping in recent years. She said anyone and everyone who’s interested in wildlife, competition or being outdoors should consider the Woodsman Team.

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Jace Frudden, a University of Montana wildlife biology major and member of the UM Woodsman Team, practices for the vertical chopping event at Fort Missoula.

“And they should like chopping would, too,” she said.

Meetings for the Woodsman Team will be held at the start of the semester in the Forestry building on campus every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.

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s a student, it can feel overwhelming at times to stay on top of new routines, attempt new challenges, encounter new faces and endure pressure to succeed.

There are so many important, life-altering aspects of student life that it can be a struggle to keep everything in balance.

This balancing act can all be made a bit easier by maintaining good overall health, such as diet and regular exercise, but it’s crucial to monitor one’s mental health as well.

The risks of neglecting emotional well-being can include anxiety, depression, eating disorders, binge drinking, substance abuse, self harm and more.

Making regular, mood-enhancing activities and behaviors a priority has an exponential effect on peace and success. Some people find that doing meditation or yoga at the same time every day can impact their emotions for the better. For others, journaling may be a more stimulating option to manage the mind.

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For even further doses of canine love, and fresh air with incomparable views, it’s a quick jaunt from campus to nearby Jacob’s Island and dog park. It’s a refreshing place to take in the scenery and get lost listening to the river rushing by. If canine cuddles are in order, many Missoulians are happy to introduce their pup to a new friend; though always be certain to obtain permission from their humans first.

Getting outside and absorbing some sunlight can boost a mood, and Missoula has no shortage of parks, trails, and other recreation opportunities to do so. But if that all sounds a bit too time-consuming or exerting, simply stepping out the door for a short time will give similar benefits; even a few minutes is better than none.

In general, a helpful attitude to embrace is to put self-care first by paying close attention to your mental state. Don’t be afraid to take a day to indulge and treat yourself as well as those you love.

Other wise choices include avoiding substance abuse, putting a priority on plenty of sleep, understanding (and avoiding) personal triggers, and staying positive. If it still feels like nothing is helping, it’s important to ask for help. Everyone struggles sometimes, and there is absolutely nothing wrong with needing a helping hand.

For students living in the dorms, sometimes the first step can be as simple as talking to a residential assistant for guidance or contact information for a professional. Also located on campus, Curry Health Center is one of the most accessible resources for students to address any mental health concerns. As any clinical facility, patient confidentiality is standard and no issue is too large or too small to address.

While there are several resources on-campus that address mental health concerns, Missoula is home to many other options as well. For students that live off-campus or who have specific needs, there are a number of private practices in the city, such as 3 Rivers Mental Health, Winds of Change and the Western Montana Mental Health Center.

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“We are a federally qualified community health center, so we have about 20% of our overall budget through a federal grant that allows us to work with people who have fewer resources,” said Mary Jane Nealon, the Director of Innovation at Partnership Health Center.

Even if someone has insurance and believes that services will be covered, there is no harm in applying for the sliding-scale.

When possible, it’s beneficial to take this step before it’s needed by making an appointment with a primary medical provider and getting all the paperwork in order. That way, when crisis does strike, the patient may not need cash upfront for urgent care and same-day appointments.

“We offer integrated behavioral health, which is a brief intervention as part of the primary care visit. So if somebody comes in, they don’t have a lot of time, maybe they’re having some anxiety, some depression, they’re not really interested in more traditional therapy, then we have providers embedded in the medical clinic. Then they can meet with folks and do some brief intervention,” Nealon said, “That can be really good for changing behavior, insomnia, panic, depression, anxiety; any of the things that you might do with more traditional work, it just fits into people’s lives better.”

Additionally, regardless of the clinic or office, establishing a regular medical provider is the best first step in seeking whole-person care. Not only does this allow for the elimination of physical causes and other concerns, but it gets a patient into the health care system in order to easily pursue outside referrals and financial assistance.

Partnership also hosts a number of meetings, such as a LGBTQ group, opiod treatment for pregnant mothers, sobriety skills, integrated medication assisted treatment (IMAT) groups, behavioral health, mindfulness, and a group for the Kindness, Elegance and Love Project for children and parents impacted by the foster care system. They also have licensed alcoholism therapists on staff, as well as treatment options for addiction to methamphetamine or other substances.

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Your college career can be enhanced by being active and involved in the extracurricular community. While focusing on your academics should be a top priority, engaging with your peers invites whole memories and professional opportunities.

Before attending college, do your research for interesting clubs to join. You can usually find valuable information on a social media forum with current students or search on a school’s website.

Try to find groups where you can contribute toward its growth with your familiarity on the subject. If you are unable to find a club that inspires you, try to start your own. You should meet with school officials to discover their process of creating a new group.

Here are some other fun ways to become involved in the college community.

Student worker

A great avenue to take when getting familiar with the student body and how a school operates is by taking a job with the college. Look online or on campus advertisements regarding positions that are available.

You may join a sports team as an assistant or maintenance worker or apply to be a teaching assistant. Try to guide your

part-time job toward the field in which you are planning to obtain a degree.

This real-life experience can be an incentive on your resume that hiring managers will appreciate.

Volunteer

Get in touch with your local community and college campus by volunteering your time. Many universities offer positions for students to contribute to the curriculum. Some options to consider are tutoring young children, cleaning up neighborhoods or helping build homes for charity.

Touch base with school officials to learn how you can help and the benefits you receive from donating your services.

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A great way to meet new friends and become a part of the campus life is by attending events amongst your peers.

Whether it be a local music festival, a sporting event or a charity drive, you can network with many peers and build lasting relationships.

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f the many features that draw students to the University of Montana, easy access to a wide variety of parks, trails, and other outdoor recreation opportunities often tops the list. With more than 400 acres of city parkland, 20,000 park and boulevard trees, 22 miles of trails, and 3,300 acres of conservation lands, there is an endless variety of accessible opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors in Missoula.

Missoula’s most visibly iconic trail, the route to the ‘M’, begins on campus at the base of Mount Sentinel. This proximity to the university makes it a convenient option for a quick hike, as well as a one-of-a-kind view of the city. With spots to rest every few switchbacks, it’s no problem to customize the trek to your schedule and ability.

Another outdoor option close to the University of Montana is Jacob’s Island. Located within the waves of the Clark Fork, this dog-friendly park can be accessed from either side of the river at the University or the East Gate Shopping Center. This route also intersects with the extensive Kim Williams and Riverfront Trail systems.

The Kim Williams Nature Trail, named for the famed Missoula naturalist, follows the old Milwaukee Railroad line for a 2.5 mile traipse through 134 acres of Hellgate Canyon wildlife. Part of a “Rails to Trails” project that turns abandoned railways into maintained trails, the path is wide, flat and accommodating.

For a more ambitious excursion, hikers and equestrians can use the Kim Williams Trail to access the Mount Sentinel Hellgate Canyon Trail. Leading up the north face of Mount Sentinel, the Hellgate Canyon Trail connects with Crazy Canyon Trail, which extends from Pattee Canyon to the top of Mount Sentinel. By way of this trail system, one can embark on a hike around the entire Hellgate Canyon-Mount Sentinel loop.

If seeking an even longer journey, the impressive Bitterroot

Trail is a 51 mile-long paved path that runs all the way from Missoula to Hamilton. Popular with walkers, runners, and bicyclists alike, the Bitterroot trail parallels the Bitterroot Mountains as it passes by quaint towns and scenic vistas.

Closer to home, the locals’ list of favorite parks often includes Caras Park in downtown Missoula. A versatile space in a central location, Caras hosts numerous festivals, markets and live music acts. Directly adjacent to Caras is A Carousel for Missoula, a prominent landmark featuring hand-carved horses, and the recently renovated Dragon Hollow playground.

Near downtown, McCormick Park is a central hub for a number of recreation activities. With the Missoula Trail System running through the park, it is a prime access point for the Kim Williams Trail, Milwaukee Trail, and Madison Street Bridge. While maintaining plenty of open space, McCormick Park also features softball fields, soccer nets, picnic tables, trees for shade, Silver’s Lagoon, a ropes course and the MOBASH skatepark.

To stop and smell the roses, or to quietly pay respect, head to Rose Park near the slant street area. Containing 44 garden beds planted with 600+ rose bushes, this park is also home to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, the Korean War Monument, and the Policemen’s Memorial. Other memorials in the park honor Veterans of America’s conflicts in Grenada, the Persian Gulf, Panama and Korea, as well as firefighters.

Even with something in every direction, lack of personal transportation is no hindrance to recreation access. Not only is Missoula one of the most pedestrian-friendly cities in Montana, but the local Mountain Line bus service is free for anyone to ride. They operate 12 fixed routes that serve Missoula’s top residential and shopping areas 6 days a week.

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A panorama from the new scenic overlook shows the Missoula valley, with the South Hills area on the left and Mount Sentinel and University Mountain on the right. people together. The large park sits on 22 acres of open space and contains state-of-the-art softball diamonds, concessions, an all-inclusive playground, tennis/pickleball courts, social recreation areas, trails, picnic shelters, open parklands, horseshoe/bocce pits, hammocks and a dog park.

South of Sentinel High School, Playfair Park is another prime spot for sporting activities of all kinds. This park hosts a baseball diamond, basketball court, horseshoes, ice skating, jogging trail, soccer field, tennis court, volleyball court, as well as the Splash Montana Waterpark and Swimming Pool.

To the east of Missoula, Pattee Canyon is a 3,200 acre recreation area with over 27 miles of system trails. Open year-round to non-motorized use, this area is a favorite for hikers, mountain bikers, joggers, folfers, dog lovers, cross-country skiers and casual walkers.

Donated to the city of Missoula by the Greenough Family with the condition that it remain in a natural state, the 42 acre Greenough Park runs along Rattlesnake Creek from the city to the backcountry. With thick vegetation and an abundance of wildlife, Greenough is a lovely little escape from city life.

Despite its name, rattlesnakes are not known to frequent the Rattlesnake National Recreation Area and Wilderness located north of Missoula. This 60,000 acre space can make for a beautiful, quick day trip, or it can simply the first step out the door to backpacking in high-country wilderness.

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ncoming students to the University of Montana, whether arriving as a freshmen or a transfer student, will get to pick from dozens of courses unique to the university. With access to the surrounding area’s wilderness and the facilities on campus, those entering classes this fall semester seeking either science and liberal arts degrees can fill their credit hours with courses in skiing, learning Gaelic or Blackfoot, studying the microbiology of local hot springs or fly fishing.

UM’s Office of the Registrar compiled the following classes below that ranked among the favorites of incoming students.

#1: Activities Courses Listed under ACT in the course catalog, activities courses count only for 1 credit but are usually offered every term and can put students in a kayak, a pool hall or a set of skies. Students can earn up to four credits toward graduation in ACT courses and highlights include: Mountain Biking (Students must bring their own bike and helmet.)

Beginning martial arts Introduction to Backpacking Fundamentals of Fly-fishing (Students will need a current fishing license, as the course ends with a day out on the Clark Fork River) Firefighter Conditioning (Along with conditioning, students will also participate in proper training for firefighting operations.)

#2: Archaeology of Yellowstone National Park Renowned researcher Dr. Douglas MacDonald heads ANTY 150X in the fall, and the course leads students through the Native American prehistory and history of Yellowstone National Park that goes back 11,000 years. While satisfying cul-

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Caroline Stephens, left, and David Victor, newly-appointed codirectors of the PEAS Farm, stand amid various crops at the Farm in Missoula. Stephens and Victor started their tenure as codirectors in March. tural and international diversity credits, students will focus on sites throughout the park that include lakes, obsidian sources, rivers and geyser basins.

#3: Montana Writers Live Held every fall semester and open to all majors, CRWR 115L, students will be immersed in the works of regional poets and prose writers who will lead class discussions and give live readings. Short story and non-fiction writer Robert Stubblefield leads the class, which counts toward a Literature & Artistic Studies requirement, and past guest lecturers included author and critic Lois Welch and novelist David Cates.

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#4: PEAS Farm Internship The University of Montana’s PEAS farm sits two miles north of the main campus, 10 acres on the Rattlesnake Valley floor.

Going back over 20 years, the farm has produced over 100,000 pounds of food annually, a portion of which gets distributed to the Missoula Food Bank. Students accepted into seasonal internships get to contribute to that production throughout the year, whether harvesting in the fall until the first frost, working in the site’s greenhouse until the thaw in spring or spend the summer sowing seeds and controlling the pest population.

learning Gaelic in its written and spoken form. Since Irish first started coming to Montana following the Great Famine, the state has played a major role in the revival of Irish Gaelic culture and students have an opportunity to be a part of that revival under the instruction of Irish Studies Director Traolach O’Riordain.

#7: Hot Spring Microbiology of Yellowstone

During the winter academic session, undergraduate students wanting to satisfy UM’s natural sciences requirement can get out of the lab and explore the country’s first national park. BIOM 135N focuses microbial diversity of the thermal #5: Native American Studies features that make the park famous. Although students will Within classrooms of the Payne Family Native American research in both a classroom and a laboratory how microorCenter, the first built in the United States specifically to house ganisms manage to thrive in Yellowstone’s mercurial environa department of Native American studies and student services ment, the course includes a field trip for hands-on experience. for Native Americans, UM offers courses in the language, literature and history of Montana’s tribes. Those courses in- #8: Missoula College Courses clude an introduction to the Blackfoot language, the history Across the Clark Fork River from the University of Montana of Native Americans since the establishment of reservations main campus, those enrolled in courses at Missoula College in Montana and a review of sports and games played by vari- can earn certificates within a year ranging from culinary, to ous Native American tribes. The building itself is built on the healthcare and construction trades. As part of the college’s site of a historic Salish encampment. sustainable construction degree, students will take courses on “green” building concepts, learning how to construct and #6: Elementary Irish remodel structures in order minimize their impact on the enWith UM being one of only two universities in the nation to vironment. Recently, the college also launched an associate’s offer a minor in the study of the Irish language, all students degree in paramedicine to be taught in partnership with Mishave a chance to satisfy their foreign language requirement soula Emergency Services Inc.

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hoosing a major can be overwhelming because it feels as if you are deciding on the rest of your life. Remember that college is about exploring your interests, so take the pressure off yourself.

Here are a few pieces of advice to help you navigate your way to your college major.

Dare to be undeclared While you might think you need to know what you want to study as soon as you start college (or even before you get there) remember that college is the place to discover all your options.

You have many required classes to take, so you are fine studying for a year or more before choosing a major. Fill your electives with classes that sound interesting. This allows you to envision many different paths for yourself.

Test it out Before you decide you are “pre-med,” test it out. Take a few science and math classes and make sure you don’t hate it.

If you do, be ready to change things up. Approximately 80% of college students in the United States change their major at least once, according to the National Center for Education Statistics.

That doesn’t mean you have wasted your time. Every class adds value to your education, and you never know what might end up being useful down the road.

Know what’s important to you They say money can’t buy happiness, but it can provide security and peace of mind. See if you can balance doing what you love with your future earning potential. If you envision a certain lifestyle for yourself, make sure your chosen major can provide it.

Your major is not the end According to the United States Department of Labor, the average young professional switches jobs every three years and the average person changes career fields at least two or three times in their lifetime.

Even most graduate programs and professional degrees are seeking applicants with diverse educational backgrounds. Just because you get a degree in one thing doesn’t mean you won’t have a profession in something else.

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Students, teachers often eligible for additional discounts ZOE MALIN | Tribune News Service

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t certain stores, shoppers can get up to 25% off clothing, accessories, dorm items, books and more, simply by flashing a school ID. Here’s a look at some stores that give teachers and students special discounts:

Sunglass Hut

Students and teachers receive a 15% discount when shopping online.

Amazon

Amazon offers students Prime Student memberships, a six-month trial that includes free two-day shipping and discounted Prime deals.

Vera Bradley

Students and teachers get a 15% discount at verabradley.com.

Adobe

Students and teachers receive a discount on Adobe’s Creative Cloud apps package, which features over 20 apps like Photoshop and InDesign.

Spotify

Spotify offers a premium service for $4.99 per month for students, which includes a Hulu and Showtime subscription.

Apple Store

The Apple Store for Education can help college students, teachers and parents save money on various products.

Local discounts Lookout Pass and Lost Trail Powder Mountain tickets can be purchased through the Outdoor Program at a discount.

Purchase student lift tickets to Snowbowl from the Outdoor Program and you can also get free transportation via a shuttle bus.

Goodwill offers 10% off for students.

U-Swirl offers 10% off with student ID. Roxy - Student tickets are $8. (Normally $9); Student 5 punch passes are $35 (normally $40) If you aren’t sure if a local retailer or restaurant offers a discount for college kids on a budget, just ask!

Students can access Apple music for $4.99 per month after a free 6-month trail. Students also get a 20% discount on AppleCare+, as well as a free pair of Beats Solo3 Wireless headphones with some purchases.

Topshop Topshop offers a 10% discount with a valid student ID.

Madewell Madewell offers all teachers and college students a 15% discount. Must present a valid school ID, not valid for online purchases.

ASOS Students can save 10% off their purchase at ASOS after registering online.

Microsoft Microsoft offers a variety of special deals including free Office 365 and discounts on various tech products for students and teachers.

Banana Republic Banana Republic offers an in-store 15% discount on select items to students and teachers year-round.

FedEx At FedEx, students can save 30% on a document with FedEx Envelop/ Pak and 20% on a package with FedEx IP service with a student ID card.

J.Crew J.Crew offers an in-store 15% discount to students and teachers year-round.

Express At Express, students receive 15% off online and in stores after registering on UNiDAYS.

Best Buy Best Buy offers special discounts to college students who register for their college deals program.

Toms TOMS offers 10% discounts to students and teachers.

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How do I handle my money?

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EMILY PETROVSKI | Emily.petrovski@missoulian.com‌

oing off to college might be the first time in many students’ lives where they’re completely in control of their finances.

Whether you’re working your way through school, getting money from your parents, or living off student loans, it can be daunting to be fully in charge of your money for the first time.

With a little bit of planning and some intention, you can gain control and set yourself up for success while you’re expanding your mind and building your future.

The first thing you’ll want to do is set up a budget. While that doesn’t sound like the most fun thing in the world, it certainly isn’t mentioned in the movies and TV shows that show glamorous, care-free college students, it is key to getting a good handle on your money.

Figure out what your known expenses are. This includes things like rent/room and board, cell phone/insurance bills, etc. Anything that stays the same from week to week or month to month is what’s called a fixed expense. Write those expenses down.

Next come your variable expenses, things such as groceries, gas if you have a car, money for eating out/hobbies, anything that changes in amount. Write estimates for all of those as well.

Total up your fixed expenses and your variable expenses.

The next category to consider is your income. Whether you’re pulling money from loans, have a job, or get money from family or any combination of the above, you’ll want to take stock of how much you’re bringing in and at what frequency it comes in.

Knowing when you’re getting paid allows you to arrange your spending so that you always have enough money to pay your bills. Knowing how much you’re getting paid allows you to plan and save intentionally.

Once you’ve totaled your fixed expenses and variable expenses, compare them to your projected income. Ideally, there will be extra money after all your expenses are accounted for. If the amounts aren’t at least equal, you’ll want to explore ways to either reduce your expenses or increase your income. There are lots of odd jobs available for college students if you can’t work a steady job into your schedule. If you can work a steady job into your coursework, check for on campus opportunities, or local stores, restaurants or remote work to bring in some extra income.

When it comes to credit cards, be cautious about using them without knowing enough about them. You’ll likely begin to be inundated with credit card or loan offers.

It can seem like a quick easy solution to just swipe away and worry about paying the bill off later, when you “have more money,” but be judicious. Interest can really add up when it comes to those plastic cards. A $1,000 credit limit may not seem like it’ll cause much damage, but the amount you owe can balloon quickly when you rack up more and more interest and higher and higher charges.

While it is good to build your credit score while you’re young, giving you better options for rentals, loan rates and possibly even mortgage rates later on, do your own research to ensure you know what you’re getting yourself into before blindly swiping.

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