
Learn as much as you can, keep in touch, and ask questions about the people, processes and options at MSU. Work together with us to help your son or daughter create the success and experience that they want.
- Erika SwansonAssistant Dean of Students(406) 994-2826
erika.swanson@montana.edu

There are many opportunities for student employment in Auxiliary Services, and they are flexible with schedules.
- Tom StumpDirector of Auxiliary Services(406) 994-2661
stump@montana.edu

Be sure to sign up for the Bobcat Bulletin and get to know the MSU Web site, especially the Parent/Family page.
- Tom CalcagniExecutive Director, University Communications(406) 994-4571
tcalcagni@montana.edu

Encourage your students to engage early and often with the campus community. Also, suggest they meet with their advisor, work on campus, join a club or organization and do an internship.
- Carina BeckDirector, Office of Student Success and Careerand Internship Services
(406) 994-4353
cbeck@montana.edu

Get the most out of Orientation. Ask anything and enjoy your time on campus.
- Joey SteffensStudent Body Vice President, ASMSU
Recommend to your students they take advantage of all MSU events the week before school starts, including Catapalooza, Convocation, Move-In Day and Legend of the Bobcat, to name a few.
- Erin Macdonald PeckAssistant Dean of Students(406) 994-2826
erin.macdonald3@montana.edu

Talk with your son or daughter about what they are experiencing and talk with us if we can be of help. We have their best interests in common.
- Larry BakerDean, College of Education, Health and Human Development(406) 994-4133
lbaker@montana.edu

Encourage your students to get to know their faculty. Suggest they stay after class or go to their professor's office and a strike up a conversation with him or her. They won't regret it!
- Brenda TrumanAssistant Director of Student Services, College of Business(406) 994-4683
bstruman@montana.edu

Do not hesitate to contact the Honors Program Office if we can be of help to you. Your student's wellbeing is very important to us.
- Dr. Ilse-Mari LeeDirector, University Honors Program(406) 994-4689
ilselee@montana.edu

College is not only a destination, it is also a journey. Remind your son or daughter to enjoy their 'journey of discovery' … just like Lewis and Clark.
- Joseph FedockInterim Dean, College of Arts and Architecture(406) 994-4933
jjfedock@montana.edu

Encourage your kids to lock up and protect their personal belongings. They should be sure to lock their bikes, cars, computers and rooms.
- Mark LachapelleAssistant Chief of Police(406) 994-6210
mlachapelle@montana.edu


Joining a student group is a great way to get involved on campus. Whether it is as an AdvoCat or in one of the other groups on campus, getting involved is the way to enhance a student's experience.
- Admissions Representatives (406) 994-2452admissions@montana.edu

The Academic Advisory Center can help any student with core classes, possible minors or ideas on how to 'add value' to their degree. Those students who decide their first declared
major is not a good fit can work with advisors in the Academic Advisory Center to take useful courses while exploring other major options.
(406) 994-6053
donnelly@montana.edu

Take an active role in getting the most out of your MSU experience.
- Jeff BondyAssociate Director, Residence Life(406) 994-2661
jbondy@montana.edu

Stay in contact with the university. We are great partners in your student's journey through Higher Education.
- Tammie BrownCHO/Director, Residence Life(406) 994-2661
tdbrown@montana.edu

Encourage your student to ask questions...There are no stupid questions in the Registrar's Office.
- Bonnie AshleyRegistrar(406) 994-2603
bashley@montana.edu

Communicate with your students...Ask in-depth questions.
- Brett GunninkCivil Engineering Department Head(406) 994-2111
bgunnink@ce.montana.edu

