Student Affairs (cont'd)
Montana Campus Compact
The Montana Campus Compact (MTCC) is a coalition of Montana college and university presidents, chancellors, and deans committed to the civic purposes of higher education. The MTCC is committed to renewing the public purposes of higher education by promoting volunteerism, public service, and service learning on Montana’s college and university campuses. The MTCC is an affiliate of Campus Compact, a national organization with a rapidly growing membership of more than 700 public and private two- and four-year colleges and universities in 41 states and the District of Columbia. The MTCC provides training, technical assistance, grants and education awards to students and faculty members engaged in community service activities. The MTCC and its programs make an immediate impact on communities, students, and institutions while developing students as lifelong citizens-leaders. For more information on the Montana Campus Compact, contact the MSU Billings Student Union & Activities Office at 406-657-2387.
Student Activities Board
SUB 212, (406) 657-2257
The Student Activities Board coordinates a balanced program of cultural, social and entertainment events appropriate to the educational goals and needs of the campus community. The Board consists of 13 selected student members and two advisors. Selection of Board members occurs during fall and spring. The selection process is by SAB Chairperson, three (3) current SAB members and the non-voting advisors.
Upward Bound/TRIO
CI 306, (406) 657-2180
www.msubillings.edu/upb
Upward Bound is a federally funded high school scholarship program designed to generate in participants the skills and motivation needed to enroll and graduate from a program of postsecondary education. Participants must meet federal eligibility criteria, as well as demonstrate interest and motivation to attend college. Services include: academic advising, instruction and tutoring, an on campus summer academic program, postsecondary enrollment assistance, and cultural and social experiences.
Educational Talent Search/TRIO
CI 306, (406) 657-2116
www.msubillings.edu/ets
Educational Talent Search (ETS) is a federally funded TRIO program designed to assist 7th - 12th grade students prepare for and attend a post-secondary institution of their choice upon high school graduation. Participants must meet federal eligibility criteria and demonstrate interest and motivation to attend college. The ETS program serves 600 eligible students in Yellowstone County. Services include academic advising, instruction and tutoring, post-secondary enrollment assistance, and cultural and social experiences.
Veterans’ Affairs Office
McM 107, (406) 657-2158
Veterans are advised to check with the Veterans’ Affairs coordinator, McMullen Hall, room 107, (406) 657-2158, 30 to 45 days before registering. A veteran must notify this office whenever there is a change in address, enrollment, or additional dependents.
Veterans’ Upward Bound
Cisel 109, (406) 657-2075
www.msubillings.edu/vub
The Veterans’ Upward Bound Program of Montana State University-Northern maintains a program at MSU Billings to assist veterans to learn the skills that will enable them to be successful in college. Both day and evening courses are offered in areas such as English, math and computers. Call (406) 657-2075 or toll free at 877-356-8387 for assistance.
reparation for these programs. Please visit our office in Cisel Hall 202 to learn more about the exciting opportunities through study abroad.
Office of Alumni Relations
Alumni House (2712 Normal Avenue)
(406) 247-5781
www.msubillings.edu/alumni
The Office of Alumni Relations is the University department that connects with the Alumni Association and the MSU Billings Foundation on matters regarding alumni affairs, event planning, and fundraising. This new office was established to reconnect alumni of MSU Billings with the University and provide more strategic initiatives aimed and event planning and alumni communication.
Urban Institute
Downtown Billings, 2806 3rd Avenue North
(406) 896-5862
www.msubillings.edu/urban
The Urban Institute was created to identify critical issues of long-range significance to the community and region, provide facilitative leadership to address emergent problems and opportunities, and help implement sustainable solutions. With the assistance of an advisory board of community leaders, the Urban Institute focuses on activities that will provide optimal opportunities to make a positive difference for Billings, Eastern Montana, Northern Wyoming, and beyond. Upper division and graduate students are invited to inquire as to availability for assignments in Urban Institute projects. The Urban Institute is located in the Broadway III building of the MSU Billings downtown campus, at 2806 3rd Avenue North.
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