Welcome to the the Bulldog Bulletin, a newsletter that highlights club events, activities and other important university dates.
To discuss campus activities or add an item to the Bulldog Bulletin, please email [email protected].
Bulldog Bulletin September 14 – September 20
Brought to you by ASUMW
Announcements
ASUMW Meetings
The Associated Students of the University of Montana Western meetings are open to the public. ASUMW meets Mondays at 11:15 AM – 12:15 PM in the SUB basement.
Bulldog Bulletin Submissions
If you would like something included in the Bulldog Bulletin, please email all information to [email protected] before Thursday @ 5:00 PM
Bulletin Submission Requirements
All submissions for the Bulldog Bulletin must also include the alternate text version for the submission. This means any information going into the bulletin will need to be typed out and sent along in an email with any poster wanting to be included. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
Safe Ride Announcement
Free and confidential sober rides for Montana Western students.
Hours of Operation: Friday & Saturday nights from 10:00 PM – 2:00 AM.
Call or Text (406) 865-0075
Provided by ASUMW
Montana Western Powerlifting Club
Join now! Beginners Welcome
New to campus? Returning to campus? Everyone is welcome! Come along, meet the team, and join us for our new powerlifting club.
What We Do:
- All experience levels welcome
- Learn proper lifting techniques
- Build your own training programs
- Train & grow together
- No competition required
- Mock meets & club events
- Set goals & track progress
- Learn from each other
- Build strength & confidence
- Community, strength, growth
You don’t have to be a powerlifter to join the Powerlifting Club; you just have to be willing to learn, train, and and support each other. Sign up here!
UMW Student Counseling Services
Your mind matters.
Felling stressed and overwhelmed?
Anxious and not yourself?
Maybe just homesick…
It’s okay to not be okay and it’s okay to ask for help. You don’t have to figure it out alone. We’re here to help. Confidential and fee support from fully licensed professionals.
Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Early, after hours, and urgent walk-in appointments are available!
Location: Main Hall 214
Phone: 406.683.7388
Email: [email protected]
Events
Weekly Activity
Watercolor Painting • Thursday, September 17 at 4:00 PM • Bulldog Lounge (SUB)
Bulldog Athletics
Volleyball
Friday, September 18 • at Dakota State • 4:00 PM • Madison, SD
Saturday, September 19 • at Bellevue • 12:00 PM • Bellevue, NE
Rodeo
Friday, September 18 • at Dawson CC Rodeo • Glendive, MT
Football
Saturday, September 19 • vs. Rocky Mountain • 1:00 PM • Dillon, MT
Cross Country
Friday, September 18 • at Montana Invite • Missoula, MT
Student Wellness Center – Group Fitness Schedule
Monday, September 14: Beginner’s Yoga at 4:00 PM
Tuesday, September 15: HIIT Cardio at 6:30 AM, Dumbbell Strength at 4:00 PM
Wednesday, September 16: Beginner’s Yoga at 7:00 AM, Flow Yoga at 6:30 PM
Thursday, September 17: HIIT Cardio at 6:30 AM; Group Run at 4:00 PM
Friday, September 18: TBD
Saturday, September 19: TBD
Sunday, September 20: Yoga Flow at 8:00 AM
Daily Weekday Walks: Monday through Friday at 11:30 AM
Virtual Cooking & Healthy Eating Series
Thursdays, September 17 – October 22 • 2:00 – 3:00 PM • Online
Free to attend and free Instant Pot to class graduates!
For more information or to enroll, please visit the online registration form.
Brought to you by the Montana State University Extension Office
Explore Around Dillon
Lake Agnes Group Hike & Picnic!
Saturday, September 26 • 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM • Weather Depending • Carpool Available!
Please reserve your spot using the online form. Last day to sign up will be September, 17th! If the online form is not working, please contact [email protected] to sign up.
Sponsored by PATH
Logo Contest
Calling all Artists!
Logo contest for the Landy, Water, & Sky Center
Clear • Simple • Clean
Please submit to [email protected]
Submissions due by September 30, 2026
Cash Prize: $50
Check out LWSCenter.org to learn more about us.
Thrift at Bargain Basement with Trio
Come support our local thrift store!
Every Monday • 10:00 AM & 2:00 PM • 226 Atlantic St. Dillon, MT 59725
Cash Only • Walk or Drive
Financial Literacy Workshop Series – Workshop 1
Your Bill, Your Aid, Your Options
Understanding College Costs & Borrowing Less
Thursday, September 17, 2026
Two session times available:
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Lucy Carson Library
Workshop 1 will cover:
- Understanding your student bill
- Exploring financial aid, scholarships, and loans
- Learning your payment options
- Finding ways to reduce debt
- Preparing for future terms
Workshop Incentives:
- Earn 3,000 Paw Points per event.
- Attend all 3 sessions and earn an additional 5,000 bonus Paw Points.
- Scholarship opportunities: Attend workshops this semester and next semester for a chance to earn a scholarship toward the next academic year. Details coming soon.
- Attendees will be entered into a drawing for a swag basket at the end of the semester.
- Food will be provided at every session.
Presented by UMW Business Services
Phlebotomy Training
A great training building block to your career in healthcare!
September 21 – October 3, 2026
- Part One: Self-paced training manual reading and review (at home, work…)
- September 21 – October 2
- Part Two: Saturday, October 3
- Written exam and hands-on skills lab
- 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM On Montana Western Campus, Main Hall, RM TBD
- Course Fee: $500 (includes course materials)
- REGISTRATION CLOSES SEPTEMBER 15TH (PAYMENT IS DUE AT CLOSE OF REGISTRATION)
To register, please complete the online form.
Questions? Contact Montana Western School of Outreach at (406) 683-7537 or email Beth Wharton at [email protected]
Win a FREE Shed – Drawing Open to All!
Built by students, won by you!
Drawing held on October 3rd.
Hand-built • Student-built
Complete the online form to enter to win!
Sponsored by the School of Outreach Skilled Trades Program
No purchase necessary to enter or win. Free drawing open to the general public. Participants must be 18 years of age of older at the time of entry. By entering, you agree to receive email updates and be added to our newsletter subscriber list. Prize consists of one (1) student-built garden shed, awarded “as is” with no warranties. Winner must arrange for shed removal from campus property by October 9, 2026.
Skilled Trades Training – Montana Western School of Outreach
This Fall:
- Forklift Certification
- JSR Construction Classes
Next Spring:
- Welding Class
Mark your calendars! Complete the online interest form for training and event updates, registration dates, and more.
Call (406) 683-7537 or email [email protected] for more information.
TRIO SSS Lunch & Learn
Connect with campus resources while finding support in creating citations, FAFSA applications, and scholarship applications.
Block 2 (Citations: The Why’s and How’s of Giving Credit)
- Wednesday, September 16th
- 11:10AM – 12:10PM & 3:30PM – 4:30PM
- Sandwiches w/ chips
Block 3 (FAFSA Workshop w/ the Financial Aid Office)
- Wednesday, November 18th
- 11:10AM – 12:10PM & 3:30PM – 4:30PM
- Chicken & Rice Soup w/ Rolls and Salad
Block 4 (Scholarship Workshop w/ Stacie from the Foundation)
- Wednesday, November 18th
- 11:10AM – 12:10PM & 3:30PM – 4:30PM
- Potato soup w/ Rolls and Salad
Earn 1,000 Paw Points for each workshop!
RASS Training
Save the Date! September 24 • 3:30 – 6:30 PM • Lewis & Clark Room
Responsible Alcohol Sales & Service (RASS) Training is required by Montana law for anyone who sells, serves, or delivers alcoholic beverages, and their direct supervisors.
- Free Training
- Certification Lasts 3 Years
- Great for Off-Campus Jobs & Volunteer Organizations
Open to all students, faculty, and staff. Questions? Email [email protected].