Bulldog Bulletin May 4 – May 10

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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

Starting April 1, 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.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month

More good days together

Having good days isn’t a solo mission.

You don’t have to carry the weight of “not-so-good” days alone. Check in with your friends, colleagues, and loved ones to see how they’re feeling. When we look out for one another, more good days become possible for all of us.

Find free tools and ways to get involved during Mental Health Month at mhanational.org/may.

Events

May is Mental Health Awareness Month

Drop by our table!

Library 1st floor on Tuesday, May 5th from 11:20 AM – 12:20 PM

We’ll have stickers, keychains, and more! UMW Counseling

Paw Print Auction

Tuesday, May 5 at 6:30 PM in the STC Great Room

Montana Western Presents: The Illustrious Virginia City Players

Live Theatre • Family-friendly entertainment in Virginia City, MT!

A Melodrama Play including our varied, vigorous, vagary of vivacious vaudeville variety acts!

The Bat! A Murder Mystery Melodrama • June 17 – July 19 • Adopted for the stage by Stephen Alan Seder

Vaudeville’s Greatest Hits: A Special Comedy and Musical Revue • June 24 – August 2 (Fridays – Sundays Only)

Xantippe! A Western Melodrama • August 5 – September 6 • Adopted for the stage by Stephen Alan Seder

Showtimes: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays: 4:00 PM • Fridays, Saturdays: 7:00 PM • Saturdays, Sundays: 2:00 PM

Ticket Prices: Adults: $30.00 • Children (17 & Under): $20.00 • College Students, Military, and Seniors: $25.00 (Season Passes Available!)

1.800.829.2969 ext. 2 • umwestern.edu/virginia-city-players/

Thrift at Bargain Basement with TRIO

Every Monday at 10:00 AM & 2:00 PM. Location: 226 Atlantic St. Dillon, MT 59725. Come support our local thrift store! Walk or Drive • Cash Only.

ACT 230 Intermediate Yoga

Register in Dawgs for a 1 credit yoga class for Fall 2026! Instructor: Ali Wolpern, Ph.D., RYT 200. CRN: 70224

When: Tuesday/Thursday Block 1 & Block 2 from 11:20 AM – 12:10 PM. Where: BARC 202. Open to all students. No prior yoga experience required!

Paint Night

Monday, May 4 • Theme: Summer Vibing • 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM • Bulldog Lounge

Free Snacks/Drinks Provided • Collect Paw Points! • Presented by: Res Life & TRIO

Donate, Don’t Dump

Have dorm items you want to get rid of? Don’t throw them away!! Donate them to UMW! Donated items will be free for students to take and will be saved for future student use.

Examples of Items to Donate:

• Microwaves
• Decorations
• Shoe Racks
• Clothes
• Furniture
• Fridges
• Hangers
• Mirrors
• Bedding
• Unopened Food
• Vacuums
• Storage Bins

When: Now – May 7 Time: Anytime! Where: Place items on the donation tables located in JDC or Mathews lobbies.

Intro to Trail Running – Pronghorn Pursuit Prep

Wednesday Evenings at 6:00 PM • May 2026 • West Trailhead – BTC High Trails

Wednesday Evenings at 6:00 PM • May 2026 • West Trailhead – BTC High Trails

Join Beaverhead Trails Coalition for a fun, free series on trail running! Each week we’ll have a short presentation and then go on a couple mile group run/hike. Expect around one hour total! Celebrate by running the Pronghorn Pursuit on June 6th!

May 6, 2026 at 6:00 PM • Hill Training with Ali • Learn how to run hills with UMW faculty Ali Wolpern.

May 13, 2026 at 6:00 PM • Spend More Time Running & Less Time Walking with Taylor • Tips to help you keep pace on trails with UMW XC coach Taylor Grove.

May 20, 2026 at 6:00 PM • Fueling Basics for Trail Running with Ali • How to keep charging and fueled on the trail.

May 27, 2026 at 6:00 PM • Benefits of the Long Run/Hike with Taylor • Why take the time to log long miles?

For more information email Jamie at [email protected]

Have a Great Summer!