Student Affairs (cont'd)

Academic Advising

McM 100, (406) 657-2240
COT A017, (406) 247-3020
www.msubillings.edu/advise
The Advising Center offers advising services to all new admitted, transfer and readmit students for the first few semesters.  The Advising Center assists students with understanding the course work and requirements for their major, registration, and academic planning.  Upon completion of the first few semester(s) in good academic standing the student is transferred to a faculty advisor in their major. Students should call this office for an appointment to begin the process of choosing coursework and determining an academic plan of study.

Academic Support Center

Main Campus:  (406) 657-1641
www.msubillings.edu/asc
COT:  A-035, (406) 247-3022
www.msubillings.edu/asccot
The Academic Support Center provides services that support the academic success of students at MSU Billings and the College of Technology.  All developmental level courses in math, reading, and English are taught in the same buildings as the Centers, and tutorial assistance is provided in the Learning Labs to address the academic needs of students.  Special educational delivery requirements that need to be addressed by persons with disabilities should be directed to Disability Support Services.

Associated Students of Montana State University Billings

SUB 213, (406) 657-2365
www.msubillings.edu/asmsub
The Associated Students of Montana State University  Billings (ASMSU Billings) are governed by a Student Senate, the functions of which are to administer and to distribute student activity fees, to act as liaison among students, faculty, and administration, to protect the privileges and the rights of students, and to act as a central agent for student opinion.

Legal Services

The Associated Students of MSU Billings maintain an attorney on staff to assist students with legal problems.  While there is no charge to see the attorney, there may be a nominal fee charged for certain types of legal services such as divorce, wills and name change.

Intercollegiate Athletics

Physical Education Building, (406) 657-2369
www.msubillings.edu/athletics
Athletics is an integral part of the college life at MSU Billings for both men and women.  All teams are members of NCAA Division II and the Great Northwest Athletic Conference.  Men's and women's teams compete on a varsity level in basketball, cross country, golf, soccer, indoor track and field, outdoor track and field, and tennis; additionally, women compete in volleyball and softball, and men compete in baseball.  All MSU Billings students are admitted free to Yellowjacket Athletics events with a valid student ID.  Schedules, news, and stats are available on the Yellowjacket Athletics website at www.msubillings.edu/athletics.

MSU Billings Booster Club

PE Building, (406) 657-2369
The Yellowjacket Booster Club is made up of alumni and friends of the University who support the educational and athletic goals of MSU Billings and its student athletes.  Booster Club members provide financial assistance to the University’s athletic programs, encourage community support for academic and athletic programs, and create a solid bond between MSU Billings and its many friends nationwide.  The ultimate goal of the Yellowjacket Booster Club is to enrich MSU Billings' Athletic Program.

Jackets and Company

Student Union Building, (406) 657-2121
www.jacketsandcompany.com
Jackets and Company provides the campus community with textbooks, supplies and supplemental learning tools required in academic courses and operates stores at four locations across the campuses.  Jackets and Company also carries a wide selection of school and office supplies, imprinted apparel, computers, software, gifts, greeting cards, and sundries at competitive prices.

Jackets and Company locations are The Union located in the Student Union, the Express located in the L.A. Building, West located on the College of Technology campus and On Broadway located in downtown Billings at 112 North Broadway.

Career Services and Cooperative Education

Library 100, (406) 657-2168
COT A-7, (406) 247-3006
www.msubillings.edu/careers
A full range of career services is available to help students gain experience and skills that will clarify career goals and facilitate entry into the job market.  Services include Career Workshops, career counseling and testing, credential file service, career resource library, campus interviewing, Job Locator, and career/job fairs.  See www.msubillings.edu/careers for additional information.

Cooperative Education

Library 100, (406) 657-1717
Cooperative Education (Co-Op) internships create educational partnerships among Montana State University Billings, the business community, and students.  It is a unique academic experience that allows students to earn academic credit while combining classroom learning with practical work experience.  Learn more at www.msubillings.edu/careers/cooped/students.htm

Career Services/Job Locator

Library 100, (406) 657-1618
College of Technology, (406) 247-3006
The Job Locator coordinates part-time positions for currently enrolled students.  Available jobs can be accessed on the web and range from the service industry to technical positions and are designed to accommodate students’ academic schedules.

Financial aid-eligible work-study students can access Community Service positions which enable students to work in non-profit agencies in the local area.

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