P.A.T.H.

The University of Montana Western’s peer education group, P.A.T.H. (Peers Advocating Towards Health), is committed to actively promoting the health and well-being of students.

P.A.T.H. educates students on alcohol and drug risk management, tobacco prevention, healthy relationships, sexual health, nutrition and physical wellness, mental health, sexual assault prevention, and bystander intervention through tabling events, programs, and presentations throughout the school year.

Peer education allows for collaborative opportunities, student involvement, and a unique experience in health promotion. P.A.T.H. consists of peer educators determined to provide UMW students with the skills to maintain a healthy lifestyle that transcend their college experience.

Programs Include:

Dessert Date Night (Healthy Relationships), Condom Bingo, Alcohol Limbo, Dodgeball Tobacco Prevention, Quit Cold Turkey, Step UP!, It Is No Trick, Alcohol Poisoning Is No Treat, Health and Wellness Fair, Sex in the Dark, and Holiday Stress Less.

If you would like to schedule a PATH presentation or program on a health topic, please contact Student Wellness & Recreation Coordinator Ashley Kailey: [email protected] or 406-683-7047.

P.A.T.H. Student Leaders

Lanie Crabb – Tobacco and Alcohol Awareness

Lanie Crabb, PATH Student Leader

Hi! My name is Lanie Crabb. I graduated from Superior High School in Superior, Montana, in 2024. My hobbies include playing sports, traveling, riding horses, fly fishing, playing guitar, and coaching youth sports.

At Western, I’m pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Modern History and Secondary Education with minors in English Education and Physical Education and Health K-12. I chose UMW because I love the small campus environment, the block schedule, and the sense of community that comes with being part of the Bulldog family.

I joined P.A.T.H. to help improve health on campus, build new connections with my peers and faculty, and make a positive impact on the world around me. I look forward to serving as your Alcohol and Tobacco Awareness Coordinator, and if you see me around, I’d love for you to stop and say hi! Go Dawgs!

Mya Murphy – Mental Health & Suicide Prevention

Mya Murphy

Hello, my name is Mya Murphy. Originally from Butte, Montana, I am currently studying psychology and am the newest member of the P.A.T.H. team. Through my passion for mental health advocacy and peer engagement, I hope to learn more about how we can better support students at UMW and help reduce the stigma surrounding mental health on campus.

Kaelin Pisle – Rape/Sexual Assault Prevention

Kaelin Pisle, PATH Student Leader

My name is Kaelin Pisle, and I’m originally from Roundup, Montana. I’m a first-year student and a new member of P.A.T.H. (Peers Advocating Toward Health), working with Student Wellness. I came to Montana Western to pursue a degree in Kinesiology with minors in Business and Strength and Conditioning. I also chose Western to compete for the Bulldogs on the track and field team.

I joined P.A.T.H. for two reasons: first, to become more informed about how social health is supported on campus, and second, to do my part in ensuring that student wellness remains a priority. I look forward to serving my community—students, staff, and faculty alike.

Terese Buhr – Physical Fitness

Terese Buhr, PATH Student Leader

I’m from Philipsburg, Montana, and I came to Montana Western to pursue my dream of earning a degree in Elementary Education with a minor in Business for photography. I joined PATH because I want to help create a healthy and supportive campus community. I also love to work out and hope to share that passion with others while being part of their support system.