Bulldog Bulletin November 2 – November 8

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

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

🎓 FAFSA 2027–2028 is Now Open!

Unlock grants, scholarships and financial aid for college!!!

Apply ASAP at https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa

✅ It’s free
✅ It’s easier than ever
✅ Don’t miss out!

Contact Financial Aid for assistance – (406) 683-7101

[email protected]

Office located in Short Admin Building

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

No activity this week–good luck with finals!

Bulldog Athletics

Volleyball

Friday, November 6 • at University of Providence • 6:00 PM • Great Falls, MT

Saturday, November 7 • at MSU-Northern • 2:00 PM • Havre, MT

Men’s Basketball

Friday, November 6 • vs LC State • 5:00 PM • Butte, MT

Saturday, November 7 • vs Westcliff • 5:00 PM • Butte, MT

Women’s Basketball

Tuesday, November 3 • at Montana (Exhibition) • 7:00 PM • Missoula, MT

Football

Saturday, November 7 • at Arizona Christian • 1:00 PM • Glendale, AZ

Cross Country

Friday, November 6 • at Frontier Conference • Billings, MT

Native American Heritage Month

The UMW American Indian/Minority Achievement Program invites you to a week of activities for Native American Heritage Month.

Monday, November 9th – Friday, November 13th • 10:15 AM – 12:15 PM • Lucy Carson Library

Earn 1,000 Paw Print Points for attending daily!

After the Quiet

Reflections on Domestic Violence

A Series of Monologues Based on Real Life Stories

November 2nd & 3rd • 7:00 PM • Beier Auditorium • Rated R

In Partnership with the Women’s Resource Center

Avenue Q Auditions

Music and Lyrics by Robert Lopez and Jeff Marx • Book by Jeff Whitty • Based on an Original Concept by Robert Lopez and Jeff Marx

We are looking for local actors for our upcoming production of “Avenue Q”. This production will open in April 2027.

Audition Dates: November 17th & 18th • Beier Auditorium

Sign up for your audition slot here: https://calendly.com/stephen-seder/auditions-for-avenue-q?month=2026-11

Local Actors, please sign up for an in-person audition on November 17 or 18 using Calendly. Please prepare up to a minute of one comedic song and up to a minute of comedic monologue that showcases your range and skill level. Please be sure to provide a link or a bring a digital file that can act as a backtrack during your audition.

UMW Hip Club Food Drive

Donations Accepted Blocks 3 & 4

All food will be taken to the Women’s Resource Center. We will be collected meals. Please picks a meal from the link below and bring ALL ingredients needed!

Meals for Food Drive Document

Drop-Off Location: BARC 219

For more information, email [email protected] or [email protected].

Financial Literacy Workshop Series – Workshop 3: Start Small, Grow Big

Investing & Retirement Basics for College Students

Learn how small investments can help you build a stronger financial future. You don’t need a lot of money to start learning about investing and retirement!

What You’ll Learn

• See how compound growth can work for you.
• Explore accounts you can open now, including Roth IRAs and brokerage accounts.
• Learn about simple investment options.
• Get practical tips for starting with an amount you can afford.
• Discover ways to build a stronger financial future while you’re still in college.

Workshop Details

Date: Thursday, November 12, 2026

Session Times:

• 11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
• 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Location: Lucy Carson Library, University of Montana Western

Workshop Benefits and Incentives

Earn 3,000 Paw Points per event!

Scholarship Opportunities: Attend workshops this semester and next semester for a chance to earn a scholarship toward next academic year. Details coming soon!

Attendance Bonus: Attend all three sessions and earn an additional 5,000 Paw Points!

Swag Basket Drawing: Attend for a chance to win a swag basket in the end-of-semester drawing!

Food Provided: Food will be available at every session.

Presented by Montana Western Business Services

UMW Hip Club Pencil Pop

Tuesday, November 3 • 11:20 AM – 12:10 PM • Dawg House (SUB)

Grab a partner and come see how fast you can slide a pencil along a string into a bottle! There will be prizes for the fastest team!

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

TRIO SSS Lunch & Learn

Connect with campus resources while finding support in creating citations, FAFSA applications, and scholarship applications.

Block 3 (FAFSA Workshop w/ the Financial Aid Office)

• Wednesday, November 18^th
• 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 18^th
• 11:10AM – 12:10PM & 3:30PM – 4:30PM
• Potato soup w/ Rolls and Salad

Earn 1,000 Paw Points for each workshop!

Go Bulldogs!