Habitat for Humanity

Community members of Habitat for Humanity team up with the University Chior to help fundraise money for the cause. Reporter Lindsey Alvestad and photographer Holly Baker meet with a couple team that make it worth their while.

Letters of Love

Reporter Badria Al-Abdullah and photographer Caitlin Mallory visit a group who write letters to children in who live in Iraq.

Grant For Native American Education

One University of Montana professor takes Native American learning outside of the classroom - where she believes it belongs.
UM News reporter Amanda Ferrucci and photographer Teal Kenny caught up with professor Heather Bruce to find out what she plans to do with a $10,000 grant.

Weatherizing Your Home

As leaves begin to fall and temperatures dip, many UM students are dreading their winter utility bills. UM News reporter Crystal Bowling and photographer Owen Brown have some tips to lower your heating bill.
For energy efficient products, Ace Hardware recommends these options.

Bike Parking

Last year nineteen hundred bike parking spaces were added to UM's campus, but it seems that's not enough. Reporter Alison Scheel and Photographer Charlie Thomas find out more about this growing problem. (Click Video to Play)

Weight Management

The Centers for Disease Control say obesity and related health problems puts an enormous strain on the U.S. economy and healthcare system.
UM News reporter Crystal Bowling and photographer Owen Brown found out what the University of Montana offers in the struggle against obesity. (Click video below to play)

UM Jubileers

The Jubileers are the University of Montana's vocal jazz ensemble that perform a variety of jazz and popular styles of music.
UM News reporter, Eric Allen, opened his ears to the "Jubes" latest performance.

Ping Pong Club

The Associated Students at the University of Montana sponsors nearly 200 club activities. UM News reporter Brandon Gondeiro met the newest club's founder who brings an international flavor to his group. (click on video link below)

ELI Program

If an international student wants to attend the University they have to pass a standardized English exam. Reporter Kim Cosgrove found out that there is a program on campus for those students who didn't pass the test, but still want to attend the University.

Food Donations

The Missoula Food Bank feeds about twelve thousand people every year. Reporter Irina Cates tells us how the University of Montana helps the food banks feed the community.

Climbing Wall at the University of Montana

Women at the University of Montana are no longer watching from the bottom, they're now reaching for new heights. Reporter Kerry McKay found out how.

Student Loan Debt

The cost of higher education has nearly doubled in the last ten years and financial aid officials say students are taking out more and more private loan money to pay for school.
The high and uncapped interest rates on these loans have financial aid officials worried.
And reporter Amanda Harris, along with photographer Brandon McDonald, found out the debt from these loans can keep successful college students from pursuing their dreams.

The Students Assistance Foundation and the University of Montana Financial Aid Office offer information and help for students with questions regarding financial aid and student loans.