Student Ambassadors
Meet the Bobcat Family
At Montana State University, we have countless opportunities for students to broaden their experiences and get involved on campus. Our office offers several unique opportunities to develop as individuals. Learn more about them and meet our students below!
AdvoCat Tour Guides
The campus tour program at Montana State University serves thousands of visitors each year. Under the supervision of the program coordinators, Mike Ouert and Elicia Palmer, and two student coordinators, MSU AdvoCats promote and personalize the University to prospective students, their families, and other guests to campus. Through guided walking tours of campus, MSU AdvoCats educate visitors about academics, campus life as well as the history, traditions, and achievements of the University. The position of an MSU AdvoCat is a volunteer student leadership position. Guided tours last approximately one hour and are offered Monday – Friday at 9am and 2pm year-round (except for University observed holidays)
Have questions about AdvoCats? Email us!
Anders Groseth
Associate Director of Recruitment
AdvoCat Program Coordinator
[email protected]
Elicia Palmer
Campus Visit Coordinator
AdvoCat Program Coordinator
[email protected]
Orientation Leaders
We are very proud that the success of our Orientation program is due in large part to the quality, ability, and dedication of Student Orientation Leaders. Trained in such areas as communication skills, leadership and presentation of factual information, Orientation Leaders work closely with new freshmen, transfers, and parents. They are knowledgeable about campus activities, campus life and various services offered by the University, and develop close working relationships with MSU administrators and faculty while assisting with academic advising and the registration process.
Have questions about being an Orientation Leader? Email us!
Student Representatives
Our student representatives meet with prospective students and their families as part of their campus visit experience. They cover a broad range of topics, including student life, academic options, the application process, scholarships, and more. Our student representatives are trained by our Admissions Counselors, and many are active in leadership positions across campus.
Have questions about our Student Representatives? Email us!
Anders Groseth
Associate Director of Recruitment
Student Representative Program Coordinator
[email protected]
Meet our Student Representatives
Allie Dixon
Major: Cell Biology and Neuroscience
Minor: Finance
Year in School: Junior
What words of wisdom do you have to offer prospective students? On the first day of class, be sure to sit by someone (even if you do not know them) and say hi! Class is much more enjoyable when you study, discuss, and interact with your classmates.
Favorite activity to do in Bozeman:
Going to Sweet Peaks for ice-cream, then The Ellen Theatre to watch western movies.
Becca Schnabel
Major: Cell Biology and Neuroscience
Year in School: Senior
Why did you choose to attend MSU? When I look back on my college search, of all the schools I toured, Montana State was the only university I felt I would still be valued as an individual. It gave me the amenities of a larger school like a menagerie of clubs and activities while still preserving the opportunity to get to know my professors and peers. I didn’t know it at the time, but MSU would also provide me with world class research opportunities that I may not have received at another university.
Favorite MSU class or favorite things about your major: My favorite MSU class was the Neuroscience of Mental Illness which I had the opportunity to take as an elective for my major. Each week I read current scientific literature regarding topics such as: depression, Alzheimer’s disease, bipolar disorder, and a wide variety of other mental ailments. This class aligned with my personal academic interests and solidified the area of study I want to pursue in graduate school.
Charlie Tadlock
Major: Photography
Year in School: Junior
What was your first impression of MSU? I really appreciated how tight knit the university is and how much it’s a part of the surrounding community. As soon as I walked on campus, it felt like home.
Favorite thing about your major: I love the access that we get to top of the line and state of the art facilities and equipment!
Emma Sundeen
Major: Sociology
Year in School: Junior
Favorite campus activity or MSU tradition: My favorite campus activity is Catapalooza, which is a club fair and a fall semester kick off rolled into one. I love walking around and looking at all the new clubs and activities on campus, as well as feeling of the excitement of a new semester about to begin.
What was your first impression of MSU? Since I grew up in Bozeman, my first impression of MSU wasn’t necessarily of the campus, but was of the students who would come visit the surrounding elementary and high schools and would be an example of all the opportunities the university had to offer. Whether it be through showcasing the arts, sciences, or anything in between, they inspired me to get involved as a college student.
Lauryn Yuzeitis
Major: Industrial and Management Systems Engineering
Year in School: Junior
Favorite campus activity: I love going to football games. Gold Rush is obviously my favorite game. Gold Rush is the first game of the season in which all of the students get decked out in gold and yellow.
Favorite activity to do in Bozeman: I love to go out for coffee! My favorite place is right off campus – International Coffee Traders!
Lia Erving
Major: Exercise Science
Year in School: Junior
Favorite MSU class or favorite things about your major: I loved my Anatomy and Physiology class at MSU. It was intriguing learning about how the human body is built and how it functions in the setting of a cadaver lab. I enjoyed the structure of the lecture with the lab. As students, we were constantly asked to make connections between the anatomy and physiology and how they related to one another. This class has now inspired me to work in the cadaver lab and teach other students about the human body. What words of wisdom do you have to offer prospective students?
College is a place for exploring. It's ok if you come to school without any idea of what you would like to study or what you would like to do with your life. You have time in college to figure that all out.
Lindsay Lee
Major: Microbiology
Year in School: Sophomore
Favorite MSU class: One of my favorite classes at MSU is Introduction to Psychology. I thought the class was so interesting and very practical! It was a deciding factor in deciding my minor in Psychology. I loved the professor and the content of the course!
What words of wisdom do you have to offer prospective students?
I would say to a prospective student to follow what your heart tells you. I felt immediately at home when I stepped foot on campus. If MSU makes you feel a certain type of way and I'd say, go with that feeling!
Megan Pepper
Major: Elementary Education
Year in School: Senior
Favorite MSU tradition: The lighting of Montana Hall every December! It puts me in the holiday mood and it brings the whole Bozeman community together.
Favorite activity to do in Bozeman: Skiing and hiking/camping
Rebecca Erickson
Major: Food and Nutrition - Dietetics
Year in School: Junior
What was your first impression of MSU? Walking onto campus for the first time, I found that MSU wasn’t like the other schools I had toured. Students and faculty held the door open for each other and said hello. Just these small acts of kindness made a lasting impression. Along with other things, I saw that MSU valued building a community for their students and not just provide a university to earn a degree from.
Favorite activity to do in Bozeman: I love to get outside to hike or run! There are so many beautiful trails in and around Bozeman that makes these activities so accessible. In the winter, I love to hit up Bridger Bowl to ski!
Spencer Johnson
Major: Chemical Engineering, Honors College
Year in School: Senior
Favorite things about your major: Our Chemical Engineering Department Banquet. All the graduating seniors roast the professors and then the professors roast the graduating seniors. It’s a great way to end the semester and is always filled with laughs!
What words of wisdom do you have to offer prospective students? I would tell all prospective students to spend a day on campus, attend classes, and talk to current students about their perspective. I think this is the best way to see if you fit at the school.
Telecats
The TeleCats in the Office of Admissions call students who have applied to MSU to answer their questions and notify students when staff members will be visiting their area. Plus, student workers enjoy the following benefits:
- Flexible scheduling during evening hours
- Seniority-based pay increases
- Fun work environment
Diversity Ambassadors
Diversity Ambassadors are student volunteers within Montana State University’s Office of Admissions that provide guidance and insight for prospective students who are considering making MSU their next home. Diversity Ambassadors serve as a vital resource for underrepresented students throughout every stage of the admissions process.
Thinking of visiting campus? You meet with a Diversity Ambassador when you schedule your visit.
If you’d like to connect with one of MSU’s Diversity Ambassador, please email us with
the name of the Ambassador you'd like to contact.
PJ Diamond
Diversity and Inclusion Student Commons Program Manager
Diversity Ambassador Program Coordinator
[email protected]
Questions? We're here to help.
If you have questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to us! You can email our
staff at [email protected], or call us Monday - Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm MT at 1-888-MSU-CATS.