Health Advisories

Advisories, Messages and Updates

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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 Update for SummerMay 18, 2021
Montana 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 Memo from Commissioner ChristianMay 17, 2021
Dear 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
Application for Additional Higher Education Emergency Relief FundsMay 17, 2021
Montana 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
COVID-19 Vaccination Incentive ProgramMay 11, 2021
Montana 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 Testing and Vaccination Options During the SummerMay 4, 2021
Montana 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
Campus Message – April 29, 2021April 29, 2021
Montana 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 26, 2021April 26, 2021
Montana 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 22, 2021April 22, 2021
Montana 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 19, 2021April 19, 2021
Montana 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 15, 2021April 15, 2021
Montana 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
Johnson & Johnson Vaccine PauseApril 13, 2021
Montana 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
Campus Message – April 13, 2021April 13, 2021
Montana 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
Safeway Vaccinations – April 12, 2021April 12, 2021
Montana 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
Campus Message – April 8, 2021April 8, 2021
Montana 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
Vaccine Scheduling – April 8, 2021April 8, 2021
Montana 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
Campus Message – April 5, 2021April 5, 2021
Montana 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
Vaccinations Available at this Week’s Clinic at the ArmoryApril 5, 2021
Montana 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
Campus Message – April 1, 2021April 1, 2021
Montana 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 – March 30, 2021March 31, 2021
Montana 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
COVID-19 Vaccine Availability – March 25, 2021March 25, 2021
Dear 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
Campus Message – March 24, 2021March 24, 2021
Montana 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 18, 2021March 18, 2021
Montana 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
Governor Announces all Montanans 16+ will be eligible for Vaccination starting April 1stMarch 17, 2021
Montana 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
Campus Message – March 16, 2021March 16, 2021
Montana 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 11, 2021March 11, 2021
Montana 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 9, 2021March 9, 2021
Montana 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 4, 2021March 4, 2021
Montana 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
Governor Gianforte Expands Vaccine Distribution to Most Vulnerable Montanans With Phase 1B+March 3, 2021
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
Campus Message – March 2, 2021March 3, 2021
Montana 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 – February 25, 2021February 25, 2021
Montana 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 22, 2021February 22, 2021
To 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 19, 2021February 19, 2021
Montana 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 16, 2021February 16, 2021
To 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 11, 2021February 11, 2021
Montana 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 from Chancellor Weatherby – February 11, 2021February 11, 2021
To 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 – February 9, 2021February 9, 2021
To 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 4, 2021February 4, 2021
Montana 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 2, 2021February 2, 2021
Montana 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 – January 28, 2021January 28, 2021
Montana 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 26, 2021January 26, 2021
Montana 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
COVID-19 Vaccination Information from Beaverhead County Public HealthJanuary 22, 2021
Montana 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
Campus Message – January 22, 2021January 22, 2021
Montana 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 19, 2021January 19, 2021
Montana 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 14, 2021January 14, 2021
To 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 11, 2021January 11, 2021
Montana 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 7, 2021January 7, 2021
To 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 from Chancellor Weatherby – January 7, 2021January 7, 2021
To 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 – January 5, 2021January 5, 2021
Montana 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

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:

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, 2020December 30, 2020
Montana 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 from Chancellor Weatherby – December 18, 2020December 18, 2020
To 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 – December 15, 2020December 15, 2020
Montana 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 8, 2020December 8, 2020
Montana 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 4, 2020December 4, 2020
Dear 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 1, 2020December 1, 2020
Montana 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
Memo from Commissioner Christian – November 23, 2020November 23, 2020
Dear 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
Campus Message – November 23, 2020November 23, 2020
Montana 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 17, 2020November 17, 2020
Montana 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 16, 2020November 16, 2020
Montana 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 13, 2020November 13, 2020
Dear 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 9, 2020November 9, 2020
To 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 5, 2020November 5, 2020
Thank 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 2, 2020November 2, 2020
Montana 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 – October 23, 2020October 23, 2020
Montana 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 21, 2020October 21, 2020
Montana 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 16, 2020October 16, 2020
Montana 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 13, 2020October 13, 2020
LET’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 4, 2020October 4, 2020
LET’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 from Chancellor Weatherby – September 29, 2020September 29, 2020
To 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 – September 24, 2020September 24, 2020
Dear 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 17, 2020September 17, 2020
Dear 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, 2020September 17, 2020
To 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 16, 2020September 16, 2020
To 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 14, 2020September 14, 2020
Winds 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
Press Release – September 11, 2020September 11, 2020
The 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
Campus Message – September 9, 2020September 9, 2020
Montana 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, 2020September 9, 2020
Montana Western Students, If you are expecting a refund check, please stop by the Business Services Office if you are in Dillon. If you need … Read more
Campus Message – September 3, 2020September 3, 2020
To 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 from the Dean of Students – September 3, 2020September 3, 2020
Dear 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 – August 28, 2020August 28, 2020
Montana 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, 2020August 27, 2020
Montana 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 26, 2020August 26, 2020
Montana 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, 2020August 26, 2020
Dear Montana Western Students, If you haven’t yet picked up your free Healthy Bulldog Kit, which includes hand sanitizer, disinfecting wipes and a cloth mask … Read more
Campus Message – August 25, 2020August 25, 2020
To 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 24, 2020August 24, 2020
Welcome 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 23, 2020August 22, 2020
Dear 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 from the Dean of Students – August 19, 2020August 19, 2020
Hello 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 Vice Chancellor Reid – August 17, 2020August 17, 2020
Dear 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 the Dean of Students and Director of Student Success – August 12, 2020August 12, 2020
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 – August 5, 2020August 5, 2020
To 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 – July 30, 2020July 30, 2020
To 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 from Chancellor Weatherby – July 27, 2020July 27, 2020
Dear 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 22, 2020July 22, 2020
UMW 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 – July 22, 2020July 22, 2020
The 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 from Residence Life – July 21, 2020July 21, 2020
The 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 Dr. Jenny McNulty – July 17, 2020July 17, 2020
Dear 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 Chancellor Weatherby – July 14, 2020July 14, 2020
Good 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
MUS Press Release – July 8, 2020July 8, 2020
To 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
Campus Message – July 6, 2020July 6, 2020
If 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, 2020July 6, 2020
Montana Western Summer Students, Through the federal CARES Act, the University of Montana Western is able to offer financial assistance to students in need. Montana … Read more
Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – June 29, 2020June 29, 2020
Dear 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 – June 12, 2020June 12, 2020
Montana 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 from Chancellor Weatherby – June 9, 2020June 9, 2020
Dear 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 2, 2020June 2, 2020
Sent on Behalf of Chancellor Weatherby: Fall 2020 Academic Calendar Announcement Dear University Community, I want to thank all of those faculty, staff, and students … Read more
Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – June 2, 2020June 2, 2020
Sent on Behalf of Chancellor Weatherby: A Message for our Students Hello, Montana Western Students, I am so pleased to tell you that our 20/21 … Read more
Campus Message from Financial Aid – June 2, 2020June 2, 2020
Sent 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 Chancellor Weatherby – June 1, 2020June 1, 2020
To 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 – May 29, 2020May 29, 2020
Montana 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 from Chancellor Weatherby – May 22, 2020May 22, 2020
Montana 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 19, 2020May 19, 2020
Sent 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 – May 19, 2020May 19, 2020
Governor 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 from Business Services – May 19, 2020May 19, 2020
Sent 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 Chancellor Weatherby – May 15, 2020May 15, 2020
Messages 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 14, 2020May 14, 2020
To 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 – May 14, 2020May 14, 2020
Pima 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 from Financial Aid – May 13, 2020May 13, 2020
Sent 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 Chancellor Weatherby – May 6, 2020May 6, 2020
Sent 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 Financial Aid – May 2, 2020May 2, 2020
Sent 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 – May 2, 2020May 2, 2020
Montana 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 from Chancellor Weatherby – May 1, 2020May 1, 2020
Messages 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 Commissioner Clayton Christian – April 29, 2020April 29, 2020
Montana 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 Chancellor Weatherby – April 29, 2020April 29, 2020
Sent 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 24, 2020April 24, 2020
Sent 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 23, 2020April 23, 2020
Sent 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 Vice Chancellor Reid – April 20, 2020April 20, 2020
Sent 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 – April 16, 2020April 16, 2020
Regents 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 9, 2020April 9, 2020
Reminder: 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 8, 2020April 8, 2020
Commencement 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 6, 2020April 6, 2020
On 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 3, 2020April 3, 2020
Beaverhead 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
Commencement Spring 2020 Update – April 3, 2020April 3, 2020
To 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
Campus Message – April 2, 2020April 2, 2020
Governor 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 1, 2020April 1, 2020
Governor 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 – March 30, 2020March 30, 2020
Governor 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 27, 2020March 27, 2020
As 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 26, 2020March 26, 2020
To 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 23, 2020March 23, 2020
In 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
A Message About COVID-19 from Commissioner Clayton Christian – March 20, 2020March 20, 2020
Dear 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
Press Release from MT National Guard – March 20, 2020March 20, 2020
Press 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, 2020March 20, 2020
Information 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 – March 20, 2020March 20, 2020
In 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 from Chancellor Weatherby – March 19, 2020March 19, 2020
The 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
Spring 2020 Commencement Ceremony Update – March 18, 2020March 18, 2020
UMW 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
Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – March 18, 2020March 18, 2020
The 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 – March 16, 2020March 16, 2020
The 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 from Chancellor Weatherby – March 15, 2020March 15, 2020
The following message was sent on March 15, 2020, to faculty, staff and students regarding novel coronavirus (COVID-19). MUST READ: COVID-19 Afternoon Update Sent on … Read more
Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – March 15, 2020March 15, 2020
The following message was sent on March 15, 2020, to faculty and staff regarding novel coronavirus (COVID-19). To the University Community, As you may have … Read more
Campus Message – March 13, 2020March 13, 2020
The 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 from Chancellor Weatherby – March 12, 2020March 12, 2020
The 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 11, 2020March 11, 2020
The 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
A Message About COVID-19 from Commissioner Clayton ChristianMarch 10, 2020
The following message was sent on March 10, 2020, to students, faculty and staff regarding novel coronavirus (COVID-19). A Message About COVID-19 from Commissioner Clayton … Read more
Campus Message from Chancellor Weatherby – March 3, 2020March 4, 2020
The 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
Coronavirus and Travel to China MUS Update: January 31, 2020January 31, 2020
The 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
Campus Message from the Dean of Students – Jan 30, 2020January 30, 2020
A 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