MSU sets fall commencement ceremony for Dec. 13

MSU expects 1,012 students to receive degrees at the university’s 141st commencement ceremony.
MSU ecologist studies rainforest biodiversity

Newly published paper concludes that less than 25% of the world’s tropical rainforest remains undisturbed.
MSU study blends western, Indigenous knowledge

MSU professors look for physical and anecdotal evidence that may help forecast future eruptive behavior of Okmok volcano in Alaska.
MSU team focuses on trees' drought survivability

The project’s goal is to increase understanding of how stored carbohydrates affect tree survival during drought and develop a method to measure those levels remotely.
William Thomas selected as new dean

Since 2021, Thomas has served as associate dean for research and graduate education in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. He will begin his new position at MSU in January.

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MSU Big Idea Challenge showcases student ventures

Twelve student teams won a total of $10,000.
National History Day in Montana receives grant

The grant will be used to grow the social studies and literacy program.
MSU researcher's study highlighted in Science

Findings suggest genome research is conducted disproportionately.
MSU wins Can the Griz food drive

The food drive is an off-the-field competition between MSU and UM.
MSU establishes national security institute

Montana State establishes institute to help address national security needs.
New $3 million grant to support STEM teachers

The grant will support dozens of STEM teachers in rural areas of Montana.

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