Stimulus Money

The University of Montana has decisions to make once the money from the stimulus package runs out. UM News reporter Katy Harris and photographer Buddy Cowart went to the UC Theatre to find out how the university plans to get back on track once that money is gone.

Welding Student Wins National Award

The Welding Program at the College of Technology produces artistic work every year for The James F. Lincoln Arc Welding Competition. Photographer Mike Houchin and reporter Rose Stepanek look at how a student's innovation earned him a golden achievement.

A UM Impression of Oppression

In 1995, Western Illinois University decided to run an exhibit conceived by a California museum which focused on oppression. The exhibit developed under the concept of a tunnel. The exhibit uses the tunnel because of it's encompassing, narrow, and dark qualities which mirror the internal struggles of one who experiences oppression. The University of Montana brought the tunnel to campus for the first time this Fall to spark conversation for the "Day of Dialogue". Five different student groups set up stations in the tunnel and event coordinators ended up taking more than 400 students through the tunnel over the course of the three day exhibit. UM News photographer Jaime Berg and reporter Drew Trafton take us to the experience through the voices of those directly involved with the Tunnel of Oppression.

Swapping Books for Snorkels

The University of Montana offers a variety of classes. UM News photographer Grant Beaudette and reporter Shande Wiest found out about one class in particular that really is sink or swim.







Open water SCUBA certification is offered through the university for 1 Health & Human Performance credit. After the students pass all the written training they go to Peak Health and Wellness Center for the pool training. Upon completion of the course students will be eligible to participate in PADI certification: (Professional Association of Dive Instructors).

Gull Dive Center
Peak Health & Wellness Center

UM News Maroon for November 3, 2009

Here's today's UM News program as produced by the Maroon team. University of Montana broadcast journalism majors Jannette Hoerner and Drew Trafton anchor the newscast. Today's program was produced by Katrina Heser and directed by Carmen Ebert. The program airs on the Montana's News Station morning shows across the state.

Consequences from Parking Fees

Parking fees at the University of Montana changed this school year. UM News reporter Willi Brooks and Paige Browning talked with a student facing some consequences because of parking fees.

Parking fees can be paid at Facilities Services on campus.

Take Back The Night

The University of Montana's Student Assault Resource Center reports that one in four college women will be the victim of an attempted or an actual sexual assault during their college years. That number is five-percent greater than other U.S. campuses. UM News photographer Mark Wilson and reporter Willi Brooks found out what local groups are doing to fight violence.

Climate Change

Lauren Hipshear and others gathered on the UM Oval to show their support for lowering carbon emissions in the atmosphere to less than 350 parts per million. UM News reporter Katy Harris and photographer Buddy Cowart bring you the story.

Intramural Basketball - Web Exclusive

The University of Montana's intramural basketball teams provide opportunities for students to play an organized sport for fun. It also provides jobs for students who know the game. Photographer Sarah Grant and reporter Cole Johnson found out what it's like for Jenny McVeigh to be an intramural babasketball referee.

UM Student balances responsibilities outside of college

Many University of Montana students face obstacles while completing their degrees. UM News reporter/photographer Sarah Grant discovered one student who sees those challenges through a unique set of eyes.

UM international student experiences first Halloween

Halloween is right around the corner and many people are preparing to celebrate the holiday and its traditions. UM News reporter Ashley Korslien and photographer Paige Browning found one UM student who is experiencing her first “American” Halloween.

UM News Silver for October 29, 2009

UM News for October 29, 2009, as presented by the Silver team, is anchored by University of Montana broadcast journalism seniors Willi Brooks and Cole Johnson. Today's newscast was produced by Lindsey Scheetz and directed by Jon Denny. The program airs during the Montana Today program on KECI-TV in Missoula, KTVM-TV in Butte/Bozeman and KCFW-TV in Kalispell. UM News is a presentation of the Radio-Television Department in the UM School of Journalism.

UM Silver Preview

This is the preview for UM Team Silver for the week of October 28, 2009. Lindsey Scheetz producing and Jon Denny directing...

UM's Receives Sustainability Grade

The University of Montana is getting a grade of its own on going green. UM News reporter Katrina Heser and photographer Jaime Berg found out how the campus ranks on the College Sustainability Report Card. The report card "provides in-depth sustainability profiles of colleges in all 50 states and Canada." Grades for other schools involved in the report across the state of Montana, the nation, and Canada can be found by clicking here. (Click below to watch the story.)

Fencing Club Online Exclusive

A.J DeWees talks about the different fencing blade types.

A.J gives advice for beginners.

A.J shares some memories of fencing, and why he loves it.