UMW Healthy Plan
Advisories, Messages and Updates
Below is a running list of communications sent from Montana Western regarding COVID-19 with the latest update at the top and the oldest at the bottom.
- COVID-19 Protocols AdjustmentThis message was sent to all UMW faculty, staff, and students. As the number of active COVID-19 cases continue to trend downward in Beaverhead County, and in response to recent guidance… Read more: COVID-19 Protocols Adjustment
- Upcoming On-Campus COVID-19 and Flu Vaccination ClinicsThis message was sent to all UMW faculty, staff, and students. The next free, on-campus vaccination clinics for COVID-19 and Flu will be held this week on Thursday, January 27… Read more: Upcoming On-Campus COVID-19 and Flu Vaccination Clinics
- Montana Western COVID-19 Guidelines for Spring SemesterThis message was sent to all Montana Western Faculty, Staff, and students. The University of Montana Western is committed to providing high-quality instruction and a safe environment for students, staff,… Read more: Montana Western COVID-19 Guidelines for Spring Semester
- Masks Continue to be Required in Indoor Instructional SpacesMasks Continue to be Required in Indoor Instructional Spaces This message was sent to all Montana Western faculty, staff, and students by Chancellor Reid. In my message at the end of… Read more: Masks Continue to be Required in Indoor Instructional Spaces
- Community COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics to be Held on Campus in DecemberCommunity COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics to be Held on Campus in December This message was sent to all students, faculty, and staff. The Beaverhead County Public Health Department will host three… Read more: Community COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics to be Held on Campus in December
- Update on Testing Options & Next On-Campus Vaccination Clinic: Nov. 4thUpdate on Testing Options & Next On-Campus Vaccination Clinic: Nov. 4th This message was sent to all UMW students, faculty, and staff. We wanted to share with you some updates… Read more: Update on Testing Options & Next On-Campus Vaccination Clinic: Nov. 4th
- Masks Continue to be Required in Indoor Instructional SpacesMasks Continue to be Required in Indoor Instructional Spaces This message was sent to all UMW students, faculty, and staff. In my message at the end of Block One regarding… Read more: Masks Continue to be Required in Indoor Instructional Spaces
- Free On-Campus COVID-19 Symptomatic Testing for Students Available Next Monday & TuesdayFree On-Campus COVID-19 Symptomatic Testing for Students Available Next Monday & Tuesday This message was sent to all UMW faculty, staff, and students. Please find below the available COVID-19 testing… Read more: Free On-Campus COVID-19 Symptomatic Testing for Students Available Next Monday & Tuesday
- Free On-Campus COVID-19 Symptomatic Testing for Students is AvailableFree On-Campus COVID-19 Symptomatic Testing for Students is Available This message was sent to all UMW faculty, staff, and students. Please find below the available COVID-19 testing options that are… Read more: Free On-Campus COVID-19 Symptomatic Testing for Students is Available
- On-Campus COVID-19 Testing Available for Students Starting Next Week and Vaccination Clinic on Sep. 30On-Campus COVID-19 Testing Available for Students Starting Next Week and Vaccination Clinic on Sep. 30 This message was sent to all UMW faculty, staff, and students. We wanted to share… Read more: On-Campus COVID-19 Testing Available for Students Starting Next Week and Vaccination Clinic on Sep. 30
- Masks Continue to be Required in Indoor Instructional SpacesMasks Continue to be Required in Indoor Instructional Spaces This message was sent to all UMW faculty, staff, and students. In my message last week regarding the mask requirement in… Read more: Masks Continue to be Required in Indoor Instructional Spaces
- Masks Now Required in Indoor Instructional Spaces at UMWMasks Now Required in Indoor Instructional Spaces at UMW This message was sent to all UMW faculty, staff, and students. As the fall semester progresses at Montana Western, we have… Read more: Masks Now Required in Indoor Instructional Spaces at UMW
- Labor Day WeekendLabor Day Weekend This message was sent to all faculty, staff, and students. The University of Montana Western’s COVID-19 Safety Taskforce and Student Affairs Office would like to ask you… Read more: Labor Day Weekend
- Enter COVID-19 Vaccination Sweepstakes to Win a $500 Scholarship or $5,000 Financial Assistance Package!Enter COVID-19 Vaccination Sweepstakes to Win a $500 Scholarship or $5,000 Financial Assistance Package! This message was sent to all faculty, staff, and students. We hope you are having a… Read more: Enter COVID-19 Vaccination Sweepstakes to Win a $500 Scholarship or $5,000 Financial Assistance Package!
- Reducing the Risk of COVID-19Reducing the Risk of COVID-19 This message was sent to all faculty, staff, and students. As we begin the fall semester at Montana Western, we are excited for a return… Read more: Reducing the Risk of COVID-19
- COVID-19 Guidelines Reminder and Syllabus LanguageCOVID-19 Guidelines Reminder and Syllabus Language This message was sent to all faculty, staff, and students. The UMW COVID-19 Taskforce would like to remind/inform you of the following items: The… Read more: COVID-19 Guidelines Reminder and Syllabus Language
- Montana Western COVID-19 Guidelines: 2021-22Montana Western COVID-19 Guidelines: 2021-22 This message was sent to all faculty, staff, and students. The University of Montana Western is committed to providing high-quality instruction and a safe environment… Read more: Montana Western COVID-19 Guidelines: 2021-22
- COVID-19 Update for SummerMontana Western Faculty, Staff, and Students, We wanted to share with you some reminders and helpful information for the summer at Montana Western: As many of you are aware, last… Read more: COVID-19 Update for Summer
- COVID-19 Memo from Commissioner ChristianDear UMW Faculty and Staff, Please see memo (COVID-19 Update 5.14.2021) from the Commissioner Christian notifying the Montana University System about “sunsetting” the Healthy MUS Planning Guidelines effective immediately. UMW… Read more: COVID-19 Memo from Commissioner Christian
- Application for Additional Higher Education Emergency Relief FundsMontana Western Students, The application to apply for additional Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds (HEERF II) is now open for students enrolled in the Summer 2021 semester. If you have experienced extraordinary… Read more: Application for Additional Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds
- COVID-19 Vaccination Incentive ProgramMontana Western Students, Starting this week, the State of Montana will be offering incentives to students who have gotten their COVID-19 vaccination. Below is the information regarding the timeline… Read more: COVID-19 Vaccination Incentive Program
- COVID-19 Testing and Vaccination Options During the SummerMontana Western Students, Faculty and Staff, We wanted to let you know about the options for both COVID-19 vaccinations and COVID-19 testing during the summer: COVID-19 Vaccinations in Dillon: Vaccines… Read more: COVID-19 Testing and Vaccination Options During the Summer
- Campus Message – April 29, 2021Montana Western Students, Faculty and Staff, Tomorrow, April 30th, 2021, the Beaverhead County Public Health Department (BCPHD) will be hosting their last community vaccination clinic at the National Guard Armory located at 1070… Read more: Campus Message – April 29, 2021
- Campus Message – April 26, 2021Montana Western Students, Faculty and Staff, On Friday, April 30th, 2021, the Beaverhead County Public Health Department (BCPHD) will be hosting their last community vaccination clinic at the National Guard Armory located at 1070… Read more: Campus Message – April 26, 2021
- Campus Message – April 22, 2021Montana Western Students, Faculty, and Staff, Tomorrow, Friday, April 23rd, 2021, the Beaverhead County Public Health Department will be hosting a vaccination clinic at the National Guard Armory located at… Read more: Campus Message – April 22, 2021
- Campus Message – April 19, 2021Montana Western Students, Faculty and Staff, On Friday, April 23rd, 2021, the Beaverhead County Public Health Department (BCPHD) will continue hosting their vaccination clinic at the National Guard Armory located at 1070… Read more: Campus Message – April 19, 2021
- Campus Message – April 15, 2021Montana Western Students, Faculty and Staff, Tomorrow, Friday, April 16th, 2021, the Beaverhead County Public Health Department will be hosting a vaccination clinic at the National Guard Armory located at… Read more: Campus Message – April 15, 2021
- Johnson & Johnson Vaccine PauseMontana Western Students, Faculty and Staff, Many of you may have seen the news this morning that the CDC and FDA issued a recommendation to states to suspend use of… Read more: Johnson & Johnson Vaccine Pause
- Campus Message – April 13, 2021Montana Western Students, Faculty and Staff, On Friday, April 16th, 2021, the Beaverhead County Public Health Department (BCPHD) will continue hosting their vaccination clinic at the National Guard Armory located at 1070… Read more: Campus Message – April 13, 2021
- Safeway Vaccinations – April 12, 2021Montana Western Students, Faculty and Staff, Wednesday, April 14th, 2021, Safeway Pharmacy will be hosting a clinic for the Johnson and Johnson vaccine. The clinic is open to everyone 18… Read more: Safeway Vaccinations – April 12, 2021
- Campus Message – April 8, 2021Montana Western Students, Faculty and Staff, Tomorrow, Friday, April 9th, 2021, the Beaverhead County Public Health Department will host a vaccination clinic at the National Guard Armory located at 1070 Montana… Read more: Campus Message – April 8, 2021
- Vaccine Scheduling – April 8, 2021Montana Western Faculty, Staff, and Students, We invite you to stop by The Cup from 11:00 am – 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 8th to make a vaccine appointment for Friday’s… Read more: Vaccine Scheduling – April 8, 2021
- Campus Message – April 5, 2021Montana Western Faculty, Staff and Students, We will not have on-campus COVID-19 Rapid Testing for students on Tuesdays, Thursdays, or Fridays continuing this week. Students, you can still get tested… Read more: Campus Message – April 5, 2021
- Vaccinations Available at this Week’s Clinic at the ArmoryMontana Western Students, Faculty and Staff, This Friday, April 9th, 2021, Beaverhead County Public Health (BCPH) will begin hosting their vaccination clinics at the National Guard Armory located at 1070… Read more: Vaccinations Available at this Week’s Clinic at the Armory
- Campus Message – April 1, 2021Montana Western Faculty, Staff, and Students, Tomorrow, Friday, April 2nd, the Beaverhead County Public Health Department (BCPHD) will host the next Community COVID-19 vaccination clinic from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00… Read more: Campus Message – April 1, 2021
- Campus Message – March 30, 2021Montana Western Faculty, Staff and Students, The Beaverhead County Public Health Department (BCPHD) will host the next Community COVID-19 vaccination clinic this Friday, April 2nd, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00… Read more: Campus Message – March 30, 2021
- COVID-19 Vaccine Availability – March 25, 2021Dear Campus Community, Beaverhead County Public Health just announced on their Facebook page that they have appointment openings for tomorrow’s clinic, and they would like to fill that up. They… Read more: COVID-19 Vaccine Availability – March 25, 2021
- Campus Message – March 24, 2021Montana Western Faculty, Staff and Students, The Beaverhead County Public Health Department (BCPHD) will host the next Community Phase 1B and 1B+ COVID-19 vaccination clinic this Friday, March 26th, from… Read more: Campus Message – March 24, 2021
- Campus Message – March 18, 2021Montana Western Faculty, Staff, and Students, As a reminder, the Beaverhead County Public Health Department WILL NOT be hosting a vaccination clinic on campus tomorrow, Friday, March 19th. The vaccination clinics… Read more: Campus Message – March 18, 2021
- Governor Announces all Montanans 16+ will be eligible for Vaccination starting April 1stMontana Western Students, Faculty, and Staff, As you may be aware, Governor Gianforte announced today that all Montanans 16 and older will be eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine starting April 1st,… Read more: Governor Announces all Montanans 16+ will be eligible for Vaccination starting April 1st
- Campus Message – March 16, 2021Montana Western Faculty, Staff and Students, The Beaverhead County Public Health Department WILL NOT be hosting a vaccination clinic this week on campus. The vaccination clinics will continue next Friday, March… Read more: Campus Message – March 16, 2021
- Campus Message – March 11, 2021Montana Western Students, Faculty and Staff, Tomorrow, Friday, March 12th, the Beaverhead County Public Health Department will continue to host the weekly community COVID-19 vaccination clinics for Phase 1B and 1B+ recipients, from 11:00 a.m.… Read more: Campus Message – March 11, 2021
- Campus Message – March 9, 2021Montana Western Faculty, Staff and Students, The Beaverhead County Public Health Department (BCPHD) will host the next Community Phase 1B and 1B+ COVID-19 vaccination clinic this Friday, March 12th, from… Read more: Campus Message – March 9, 2021
- Campus Message – March 4, 2021Montana Western Faculty, Staff, and Students, Beginning on March 8, 2021, Montana will expand Phase 1B vaccine eligibility, referring to this as Phase 1B+. This expansion will lower the qualifying age and… Read more: Campus Message – March 4, 2021
- Governor Gianforte Expands Vaccine Distribution to Most Vulnerable Montanans With Phase 1B+FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 2, 2021 Contact: Brooke Stroyke, Office of the Governor Governor Gianforte Expands Vaccine Distribution to Most Vulnerable Montanans With Phase 1B+ HELENA, Mont. – Governor Greg Gianforte… Read more: Governor Gianforte Expands Vaccine Distribution to Most Vulnerable Montanans With Phase 1B+
- Campus Message – March 2, 2021Montana Western Faculty, Staff and Students, The Beaverhead County Public Health Department (BCPHD) will host the next Community Phase 1B COVID-19 vaccination clinic on Friday, March 5th, from 11:00 a.m.… Read more: Campus Message – March 2, 2021
- Campus Message – February 25, 2021Montana Western Students, Faculty and Staff, Tomorrow, Friday, February 26, the Beaverhead County Public Health Department will continue to host the weekly community COVID-19 vaccination clinics for Phase 1B recipients, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00… Read more: Campus Message – February 25, 2021
- Campus Message – February 22, 2021To the University Community, Beginning this week on Friday, February 26, the Beaverhead County Public Health Department will continue to host weekly COVID-19 vaccination clinics for Phase 1B recipients. Phase 1B recipients include: Persons… Read more: Campus Message – February 22, 2021
- Campus Message – February 19, 2021Montana Western Students, Faculty and Staff, Beginning on Friday, February 26, the Beaverhead County Public Health Department (BCPHD) will be hosting Community COVID-19 vaccination clinics every Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on… Read more: Campus Message – February 19, 2021
- Campus Message – February 16, 2021To the University Community, We would like to remind everyone that face coverings continue to be required on our campus, unless an individual has a medical exemption from their healthcare professional. Please… Read more: Campus Message – February 16, 2021
- Campus Message – February 11, 2021Montana Western Students, Faculty and Staff, Tomorrow, Friday, February 12, the Beaverhead County Public Health Department will be hosting a third COVID-19 vaccination clinic event for Phase 1B recipients. On-Campus REMINDERS: The south half of… Read more: Campus Message – February 11, 2021
- Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – February 11, 2021To the University Community, I would like to thank each of you for your efforts in continuing to help us to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Please continue to follow… Read more: Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – February 11, 2021
- Campus Message – February 9, 2021To the University Community, Thank you all for continuing to do your part in mitigating the spread of COVID-19. We appreciate each and every one of you for following the guidelines… Read more: Campus Message – February 9, 2021
- Campus Message – February 4, 2021Montana Western Students, Faculty and Staff, Tomorrow, Friday, February 5th, the Beaverhead County Public Health Department will be hosting a second COVID-19 vaccination clinic event for Phase 1B recipients. On-Campus REMINDERS: The south half of… Read more: Campus Message – February 4, 2021
- Campus Message – February 2, 2021Montana Western Students, Faculty and Staff, Thank you for doing your part in keeping our campus safe by continuing to commit to the Bulldog Way. By wearing face coverings, social distancing, washing… Read more: Campus Message – February 2, 2021
- Campus Message – January 28, 2021Montana Western Students, Faculty and Staff, Tomorrow, Friday, January 29th, the Beaverhead County Public Health Department will be hosting a COVID-19 vaccination clinic event for Phase 1B recipients. As a reminder, the south half… Read more: Campus Message – January 28, 2021
- Campus Message – January 26, 2021Montana Western Students, Faculty and Staff, Please find below some helpful information and reminders: BARC Parking Lot Closed on Friday On Friday, January 29, Friday, February 5, and Friday, February… Read more: Campus Message – January 26, 2021
- COVID-19 Vaccination Information from Beaverhead County Public HealthMontana Western Faculty, Staff and Students, Please find below information on the Phase 1B COVID-19 vaccinations that Beaverhead County Public Health will be conducting starting on January 29th. Phase 1B… Read more: COVID-19 Vaccination Information from Beaverhead County Public Health
- Campus Message – January 22, 2021Montana Western Students, Staff, and Faculty, The University has purchased COVID-19 mitigation kits for students, staff, and faculty for the spring semester. Our “Healthy Bulldog Kits” include: a disposable forehead… Read more: Campus Message – January 22, 2021
- Campus Message – January 19, 2021Montana Western Students, Faculty and Staff, Thank you for continuing to wear masks over both your mouth and nose, practicing social distancing, washing and sanitizing your hands, and using surface disinfectants… Read more: Campus Message – January 19, 2021
- Campus Message – January 14, 2021To the University Community, As a friendly reminder, please continue wearing your face coverings/masks on campus. COVID-19 spreads through respiratory droplets and masks are a barrier that help to prevent these… Read more: Campus Message – January 14, 2021
- Campus Message – January 11, 2021Montana Western Students, Welcome back! As we begin the Spring Semester, we would like to remind you all of a few precautions to take to help keep everyone healthy: Wear… Read more: Campus Message – January 11, 2021
- Campus Message – January 7, 2021To the University Community, For your information, and because some of you have asked about Montana’s COVID-19 vaccine plans, we are providing the recent press release below from the Governor’s… Read more: Campus Message – January 7, 2021
- Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – January 7, 2021To the University Community, Yesterday, the Office of the Commissioner of Higher Education issued guidance (please see the attached memo) to the campuses of the Montana University System to begin… Read more: Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – January 7, 2021
- Campus Message – January 5, 2021Montana Western Students, We hope you all enjoyed your winter break and we are excited to welcome you back to campus. The spring semester begins on Monday, January 11th, 2021. We… Read more: Campus Message – January 5, 2021
More communications further down.
COVID-19 Information & Resources
As world health officials response to the novel coronavirus outbreak, the Montana University System is committed to keeping our students, faculty and staff safe and well-informed. As the situation evolves, we want to provide you with the most reliable and up-to-date sources of information for novel coronavirus health and travel updates:
- US Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
- World Health Organization (WHO)
- U.S. Department of State
- U.S. Embassy and Consulates in China
- COVID-19 FAQ from the Montana University System
- Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services
Please follow prevention measures to keep yourself and your campus healthy:
- Cover your cough or sneeze, ideally into your elbow and not into your hands.
- Wash your hands frequently with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds. Use sanitizing gels.
- Avoid touching your face, especially eyes, nose, and mouth.
- Stay home if you’re sick (seek medical attention if you feel it is becoming serious).
- Avoid close contact with people who are ill.
- Clean and disinfect surfaces that are frequently touched.
- Get your flu shot. It’s not too late!
- Campus Message – December 30, 2020Montana Western Students, As we prepare for your return for the spring semester which begins on January 11, we are taking the necessary steps to… Read more: Campus Message – December 30, 2020
- Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – December 18, 2020To the University Community, I hope that you are enjoying a restful winter break and staying safe and healthy this holiday season. Yesterday, Commissioner of… Read more: Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – December 18, 2020
- Campus Message – December 15, 2020Montana Western Students, As a reminder, please continue wearing your masks, practicing social distancing, washing your hands/using hand sanitizers and disinfect surfaces regularly. Thank you… Read more: Campus Message – December 15, 2020
- Campus Message – December 8, 2020Montana Western Students, We hope you are all enjoying your first week of winter break. If you decide you must travel over the break, we… Read more: Campus Message – December 8, 2020
- Campus Message – December 4, 2020Dear Montana Western Students, Faculty and Staff, We wanted to remind you that there are counseling services and mental health resources available during the winter… Read more: Campus Message – December 4, 2020
- Campus Message – December 1, 2020Montana Western Students, As we finish the semester and move into the winter break, we wanted to thank you for all of your efforts and… Read more: Campus Message – December 1, 2020
- Memo from Commissioner Christian – November 23, 2020Dear All, Please see the attached memo from Commissioner Christian. I echo his gratitude for your hard work and persistence and wish you a restful holiday.… Read more: Memo from Commissioner Christian – November 23, 2020
- Campus Message – November 23, 2020Montana Western Students, This Wednesday, November 25th, is the last day we will be offering FREE Symptomatic Rapid COVID-19 testing for students before the semester ends. If you are… Read more: Campus Message – November 23, 2020
- Campus Message – November 17, 2020Montana Western Students, The University is still offering FREE Symptomatic Rapid COVID-19 testing for students Monday through Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. in the garage of the… Read more: Campus Message – November 17, 2020
- Campus Message – November 16, 2020Montana Western Students, In less than two weeks, you will depart for the Thanksgiving holiday and shortly after, the Fall 2020 semester will come to… Read more: Campus Message – November 16, 2020
- Campus Message – November 13, 2020Dear All, As you may be aware, the number of COVID-19 cases in Montana and Beaverhead County has increased, as has the number of positive… Read more: Campus Message – November 13, 2020
- Campus Message – November 9, 2020To the University Community, Due to the increase in positive COVID-19 cases across Montana, in our county, and cases associated with our campus, we want… Read more: Campus Message – November 9, 2020
- Campus Message – November 5, 2020Thank you to all Montana Western students who submitted an application requesting emergency funding through the federal CARES Act. At this time, Montana Western has… Read more: Campus Message – November 5, 2020
- Campus Message – November 2, 2020Montana Western Students, We hope you all had an enjoyable and safe Halloween and we thank you for all of your help in stopping the… Read more: Campus Message – November 2, 2020
- Campus Message – October 23, 2020Montana Western, Due to all your hard work and efforts, the number of COVID-19 cases associated with our campus has decreased. We would like to… Read more: Campus Message – October 23, 2020
- Campus Message – October 21, 2020Montana Western Students, We wanted to let you know that there are still funds available through the federal CARES Act- students looking for additional emergency… Read more: Campus Message – October 21, 2020
- Campus Message – October 16, 2020Montana Western Students, The University will be offering Symptomatic Rapid COVID-19 testing starting Tuesday, October 20th from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the garage of the Dean… Read more: Campus Message – October 16, 2020
- Campus Message – October 13, 2020LET’S HELP SLOW THE SPREAD OF COVID IN OUR COMMUNITY: UPDATE ON MITIGATION EFFORTS Through Friday, October 23, Montana Western’s enhanced mitigation efforts will remain… Read more: Campus Message – October 13, 2020
- Campus Message – October 4, 2020LET’S HELP SLOW THE SPREAD OF COVID IN THIS COMMUNITY: CHANGES IN UNIVERSITY OPERATIONS FOR THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 5. On October 2, Beaverhead County… Read more: Campus Message – October 4, 2020
- Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – September 29, 2020To the University Community, I would like to take a moment to remind everyone that face coverings, worn over the nose and mouth, continue to be required… Read more: Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – September 29, 2020
- Campus Message – September 24, 2020Dear Montana Western Students, As a reminder, please continue wearing your masks over your mouth and nose, practicing social distancing, and using hand sanitizers and surface… Read more: Campus Message – September 24, 2020
- Campus Message – September 17, 2020Dear Montana Western Faculty and Staff, Governor Bullock announced yesterday a new statewide effort to report COVID-19 cases within Montana schools as part of the… Read more: Campus Message – September 17, 2020
- Campus Message – September 17, 2020To the University Community, We would like to inform you all that as of yesterday afternoon, there are 4 active cases of COVID-19 in Beaverhead… Read more: Campus Message – September 17, 2020
- Campus Message – September 16, 2020To the University Community, As part of our collaborative COVID-19 mitigation efforts, the Beaverhead County Public Health Department (BCPHD) is now posting Montana Western associated… Read more: Campus Message – September 16, 2020
- Campus Message – September 14, 2020Winds can bring smoke from wildfires burning in California, Oregon and Washington into Montana. Residents and visitors in Montana are encouraged to check air quality… Read more: Campus Message – September 14, 2020
- Press Release – September 11, 2020The University of Montana Western is pleased to announce the hiring of two temporary staff positions to assist UMW in its COVID-19 mitigation efforts. These… Read more: Press Release – September 11, 2020
- Campus Message – September 9, 2020Montana Western Students, We hope you all had an enjoyable Labor Day holiday weekend. Whether you spent time around others or explored the great outdoors,… Read more: Campus Message – September 9, 2020
- Campus Message – September 9, 2020Campus Message Montana Western Students, If you are expecting a refund check, please stop by the Business Services Office if you are in Dillon. If… Read more: Campus Message – September 9, 2020
- Campus Message – September 3, 2020To all Montana Western students expecting a refund for this semester, We wanted to share with you how to see if a refund has been… Read more: Campus Message – September 3, 2020
- Campus Message from the Dean of Students – September 3, 2020Dear UMW Students, I want to thank you for the responsible behaviors I continue to see across campus: mask wearing, social distancing and use of… Read more: Campus Message from the Dean of Students – September 3, 2020
- Campus Message – August 28, 2020Montana Western Students, Thanks for doing your part to keep our campus safe by committing to the Bulldog Way by wearing face coverings, social distancing, and… Read more: Campus Message – August 28, 2020
- Campus Message – August 27, 2020Montana Western Students, Thanks for doing your part to keep our campus safe by committing to the Bulldog Way by wearing face coverings, social distancing, and… Read more: Campus Message – August 27, 2020
- Campus Message – August 26, 2020Montana Western Students, Through the federal CARES Act, the University of Montana Western is able to offer financial assistance to students in need. Montana Western… Read more: Campus Message – August 26, 2020
- Campus Message – August 26, 2020Campus Message – August 26, 2020 Dear Montana Western Students, If you haven’t yet picked up your free Healthy Bulldog Kit, which includes hand sanitizer,… Read more: Campus Message – August 26, 2020
- Campus Message – August 25, 2020To the University Community, In addition to the Bulldog Way defining steps we each need to take to stop the spread of COVID-19, including wearing face… Read more: Campus Message – August 25, 2020
- Campus Message – August 24, 2020Welcome to the first day of classes for the fall semester! We want everyone to come to campus with the mindset that Montana Western, and… Read more: Campus Message – August 24, 2020
- Campus Message – August 23, 2020Dear Montana Western Students, We are excited to have you back on campus for classes starting tomorrow! We wanted to let all students living off… Read more: Campus Message – August 23, 2020
- Campus Message from the Dean of Students – August 19, 2020Hello Montana Western Students, In just a few days, you will be back and we are so excited for your return. I would like to… Read more: Campus Message from the Dean of Students – August 19, 2020
- Campus Message from Vice Chancellor Reid – August 17, 2020Dear Montana Western Faculty, Staff and Students, Please find attached a brief UMW COVID-19 Safety Training document that we are asking each of you to review on… Read more: Campus Message from Vice Chancellor Reid – August 17, 2020
- Campus Message from the Dean of Students and Director of Student Success – August 12, 2020https://www.umwestern.edu/it-services/Sent on Behalf of the Dean of Students and Director of Student Success: Student Services/Resources at UMW Dear Montana Western Students, We have been preparing… Read more: Campus Message from the Dean of Students and Director of Student Success – August 12, 2020
- Campus Message – August 5, 2020To the University Community, We are preparing for the return of our students to campus and taking the necessary steps to continue keeping our community… Read more: Campus Message – August 5, 2020
- Campus Message – July 30, 2020To the University Community, We are preparing for the return of our students to campus in August and taking the necessary steps to continue keeping… Read more: Campus Message – July 30, 2020
- Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – July 27, 2020Dear Montana Western Students, Faculty, and Staff, Recently, there have been questions about our procedures for when we become aware of a COVID-19 positive case… Read more: Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – July 27, 2020
- Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – July 22, 2020UMW Healthy Fall 2020 Plan and Mask Requirement: A Message from Chancellor Weatherby Dear Faculty, Staff, Students, and the University Community, Our UMW Healthy Fall… Read more: Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – July 22, 2020
- Campus Message – July 22, 2020The message below was sent to all incoming UMW students from Residence Life/The UMW Orientation Team. Dear Future University of Montana Western Graduate! Thank you… Read more: Campus Message – July 22, 2020
- Campus Message from Residence Life – July 21, 2020The message below was sent to all returning UMW students from Residence Life who will be living on campus this fall. Dear Returning UMW Student,… Read more: Campus Message from Residence Life – July 21, 2020
- Campus Message from Dr. Jenny McNulty – July 17, 2020Dear Montana Western Students, Recently you received an email from Chancellor Weatherby with the Montana Western Healthy Fall 2020 Plan. We are a working hard this summer… Read more: Campus Message from Dr. Jenny McNulty – July 17, 2020
- Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – July 14, 2020Good Morning, Faculty, Staff and Students, Fall semester is fast approaching. We have been busy all summer planning for a safe and healthy return to… Read more: Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – July 14, 2020
- MUS Press Release – July 8, 2020To the University Community, Please find a press release from the Montana University System below: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 8, 2020 CONTACT Karen Ogden Communications… Read more: MUS Press Release – July 8, 2020
- Campus Message – July 6, 2020If you have not yet provided feedback on the draft of the Montana Western Healthy Fall 2020 Plan and would like to do so, the… Read more: Campus Message – July 6, 2020
- Campus Message – July 6, 2020Campus Message Montana Western Summer Students, Through the federal CARES Act, the University of Montana Western is able to offer financial assistance to students in… Read more: Campus Message – July 6, 2020
- Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – June 29, 2020Dear Faculty and Staff, I would like to thank each of you for everything you are doing to assist in preparing for fall semester and… Read more: Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – June 29, 2020
- Campus Message – June 12, 2020Montana Western Students, We wanted to notify you that if you applied for emergency CARES Act funds or a Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG), the… Read more: Campus Message – June 12, 2020
- Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – June 9, 2020Dear Students, Last week, the Montana University System’s (MUS) Healthy Fall 2020 Task Force released guidelines for all campuses to follow as we plan for… Read more: Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – June 9, 2020
- Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – June 2, 2020Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – June 2, 2020 Sent on Behalf of Chancellor Weatherby: Fall 2020 Academic Calendar Announcement Dear University Community, I want… Read more: Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – June 2, 2020
- Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – June 2, 2020Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – June 2, 2020 Sent on Behalf of Chancellor Weatherby: A Message for our Students Hello, Montana Western Students, I… Read more: Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – June 2, 2020
- Campus Message from Financial Aid – June 2, 2020Sent on Behalf of the Financial Aid Office: Final Opportunity for CARES Act Funds Application for Spring 2020 Students Montana Western Students, This will be… Read more: Campus Message from Financial Aid – June 2, 2020
- Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – June 1, 2020To the University Community, As you’re aware, the Montana University System Healthy Fall 2020 Task Force has been working over the past six weeks to… Read more: Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – June 1, 2020
- Campus Message – May 29, 2020Montana Western Students, We wanted to notify you that if you applied for emergency CARES Act funds, the next round of refund checks are available… Read more: Campus Message – May 29, 2020
- Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – May 22, 2020Montana Youth Challenge Academy Reopening Update Dear Colleagues, I am writing to let you know that the Montana Youth Challenge Academy is preparing to return… Read more: Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – May 22, 2020
- Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – May 19, 2020Sent on Behalf of Chancellor Weatherby: Montana Youth Challenge Academy Update Dear Faculty and Staff, As I mentioned last week in the announcement regarding the… Read more: Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – May 19, 2020
- Campus Message – May 19, 2020Governor Steve Bullock today announced the state will move to Phase Two of the Reopening the Big Sky plan and will lift the 14-day out-of-state… Read more: Campus Message – May 19, 2020
- Campus Message from Business Services – May 19, 2020Sent on Behalf of Business Services: CARES Act Funds for Students Now Available for Pick Up Montana Western Students, We wanted to notify you that… Read more: Campus Message from Business Services – May 19, 2020
- Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – May 15, 2020Messages for May 15, 2020, regarding novel coronavirus (COVID-19): Dear Faculty and Staff, As you will see in the attached memo from Commissioner Christian, all MUS campuses… Read more: Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – May 15, 2020
- Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – May 14, 2020To the University Community, We wanted to make you aware that the reopening of the Pima Medical Institute will take place starting this Monday, May… Read more: Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – May 14, 2020
- Campus Message – May 14, 2020Pima Medical Institute’s Dillon Campus to Reopen May 18, 2020 The School, Which Provides the State’s Only Accredited Veterinary Technician Program Will Strictly Adhere to… Read more: Campus Message – May 14, 2020
- Campus Message from Financial Aid – May 13, 2020Sent on Behalf of the Financial Aid Office: CARES Act Student Assistance Reminder Montana Western Students, There are still funds available through the federal CARES… Read more: Campus Message from Financial Aid – May 13, 2020
- Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – May 6, 2020Sent on Behalf of Chancellor Weatherby: Fall 2020 Planning Update To the Campus Community, A number of task forces are working on plans for fall… Read more: Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – May 6, 2020
- Campus Message from Financial Aid – May 2, 2020Sent on Behalf of the Financial Aid Office: CARES Act Relief for UMW Students Update To the Campus Community, The email below was sent earlier… Read more: Campus Message from Financial Aid – May 2, 2020
- Campus Message – May 2, 2020Montana Western Students, Through the federal CARES Act, the University of Montana Western is able to offer financial assistance to students in need. Montana Western… Read more: Campus Message – May 2, 2020
- Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – May 1, 2020Messages for May 1, 2020, regarding novel coronavirus (COVID-19): Sent on Behalf of Chancellor Weatherby: Conclusion of Spring Semester and Virtual Commencement To the University… Read more: Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – May 1, 2020
- Campus Message from Commissioner Clayton Christian – April 29, 2020Montana Western Students, Please find attached a special message for you from Commissioner of Higher Education Christian recognizing the accomplishments of our graduates and plans for ensuring… Read more: Campus Message from Commissioner Clayton Christian – April 29, 2020
- Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – April 29, 2020Sent on Behalf of Chancellor Weatherby: Fall 2020 Planning and Budget Update Good Afternoon, As I mentioned last week, a number of groups and departments… Read more: Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – April 29, 2020
- Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – April 24, 2020Sent on Behalf of Chancellor Weatherby: Your Work Arrangements Good afternoon, As we head into the weekend, I want to let you know that we… Read more: Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – April 24, 2020
- Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – April 23, 2020Sent on Behalf of Chancellor Weatherby: Planning Update from Montana Western Good afternoon, I wanted to let you know that in response to yesterday’s announcements… Read more: Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – April 23, 2020
- Campus Message from Vice Chancellor Reid – April 20, 2020Sent on Behalf of Vice Chancellor Reid: Announcement of Dining Services Temporary Furlough To the Campus Community, The University of Montana Western notified 15 employees… Read more: Campus Message from Vice Chancellor Reid – April 20, 2020
- Campus Message – April 16, 2020Regents make standardized tests scores optional, temporarily, for MUS admittance To the Campus Community, Please click here for a press release sent out today by the Montana… Read more: Campus Message – April 16, 2020
- Campus Message – April 9, 2020Reminder: Upcoming Important Dates for Block Break and Block 8 To the Campus Community, As a reminder, please find the upcoming important dates below for… Read more: Campus Message – April 9, 2020
- Campus Message – April 8, 2020Commencement Update At the request of our graduates, the University of Montana Western will host a fall commencement ceremony in addition to a spring virtual… Read more: Campus Message – April 8, 2020
- Campus Message – April 6, 2020On Friday, April 3, 2020, Beaverhead County Public Health received notice that a Beaverhead County resident has tested positive for novel coronavirus in Beaverhead County. … Read more: Campus Message – April 6, 2020
- Campus Message – April 3, 2020Beaverhead County has first positive COVID-19 case. Female / 20s / with direct contact. Remember to practice social distancing by staying at least six feet… Read more: Campus Message – April 3, 2020
- Commencement Spring 2020 Update – April 3, 2020To the Campus Community, I am writing to inform you that in the best interest of the health and safety of our students and their… Read more: Commencement Spring 2020 Update – April 3, 2020
- Campus Message – April 2, 2020Governor Steve Bullock in a letter today called on U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross to extend the deadline for the decennial census from August… Read more: Campus Message – April 2, 2020
- Campus Message – April 1, 2020Governor Steve Bullock today issued a Directive providing additional guidance on childcare facilities to ensure that Montana’s essential workers can receive access to childcare during… Read more: Campus Message – April 1, 2020
- Campus Message – March 30, 2020Governor Steve Bullock today directed that travelers arriving from another state or country to Montana for non-work-related purposes undergo a 14-day self-quarantine. The Directive follows… Read more: Campus Message – March 30, 2020
- Campus Message – March 27, 2020As you will see, below, in a message from MYCA Director Trent Gibson, the Montana Youth Challenge Academy is suspending its current class until at… Read more: Campus Message – March 27, 2020
- Campus Message – March 26, 2020To the Montana Western community: you may have heard that Governor Bullock has issued a stay at home order for Montana to begin at 12:01… Read more: Campus Message – March 26, 2020
- Campus Message – March 23, 2020In this morning’s edition of MUSings, the Montana University System shares some very helpful resources and provides a summary of the MUS COVID-19 response to… Read more: Campus Message – March 23, 2020
- A Message About COVID-19 from Commissioner Clayton Christian – March 20, 2020Dear students, Please find below a memo from Higher Education Commissioner Christian regarding prorated refunds for room and board and/or meal plans due to COVID-19. We… Read more: A Message About COVID-19 from Commissioner Clayton Christian – March 20, 2020
- Press Release from MT National Guard – March 20, 2020Press Release from MT National Guard Office: Montana Youth Challenge Academy to Remain Open (click link to read full press release)
- Campus Message Regarding COVID-19 Leave – March 20, 2020Information about MUS & Federally Mandated COVID-19 Leave To the Campus Community, During these times, it is understandable that many are concerned about how they… Read more: Campus Message Regarding COVID-19 Leave – March 20, 2020
- Campus Message – March 20, 2020In accordance with the direction from Commissioner Christian, the Montana Western Lucy Carson Library will close the library building to in-person visits as of Friday, March… Read more: Campus Message – March 20, 2020
- Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – March 19, 2020The following message was sent on March 19, 2020, to faculty, staff and students regarding novel coronavirus (COVID-19). To the University Community: At the University… Read more: Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – March 19, 2020
- Spring 2020 Commencement Ceremony Update – March 18, 2020UMW Events Update, March 18: Montana Western is doing its part to help minimize the potential spread of COVID-19 and the health and safety of… Read more: Spring 2020 Commencement Ceremony Update – March 18, 2020
- Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – March 18, 2020The following message was sent on March 18, 2020, to faculty, staff and students regarding novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Dear Students, Families, and Friends: As you… Read more: Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – March 18, 2020
- Campus Message – March 16, 2020The following message was sent on March 16, 2020, to faculty, staff and students regarding novel coronavirus (COVID-19). COVID-19 Updates from Montana Western, March 16,… Read more: Campus Message – March 16, 2020
- Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – March 15, 2020Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – March 15, 2020 The following message was sent on March 15, 2020, to faculty, staff and students regarding novel… Read more: Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – March 15, 2020
- Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – March 15, 2020Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby The following message was sent on March 15, 2020, to faculty and staff regarding novel coronavirus (COVID-19). To the University… Read more: Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – March 15, 2020
- Campus Message – March 13, 2020The following message was sent on March 13, 2020, to students regarding novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Montana Western students, As you are most likely already aware,… Read more: Campus Message – March 13, 2020
- Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – March 12, 2020The following message was sent on March 12, 2020, to students, faculty and staff regarding novel coronavirus (COVID-19). To the University Community, The administration, staff… Read more: Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – March 12, 2020
- Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – March 11, 2020The following message was sent on March 11, 2020, to students, faculty and staff regarding novel coronavirus (COVID-19). To the campus community, As you may… Read more: Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – March 11, 2020
- A Message About COVID-19 from Commissioner Clayton ChristianA Message About COVID-19 from Commissioner Clayton Christian The following message was sent on March 10, 2020, to students, faculty and staff regarding novel coronavirus… Read more: A Message About COVID-19 from Commissioner Clayton Christian
- Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – March 3, 2020The following message was sent on March 4, 2020, to students, faculty and staff regarding novel coronavirus. Important Spring Break Travel Guidelines: Sent on Behalf… Read more: Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – March 3, 2020
- Coronavirus and Travel to China MUS Update: January 31, 2020The following message was sent on Jan. 31, 2020, to students, faculty and staff regarding novel coronavirus on behalf of the members of the Montana… Read more: Coronavirus and Travel to China MUS Update: January 31, 2020
- Campus Message from the Dean of Students – Jan 30, 2020A message from the Dean of Students The following message was sent on Jan. 30, 2020, to students, faculty and staff regarding novel coronavirus on… Read more: Campus Message from the Dean of Students – Jan 30, 2020