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UM Dining Spends Over $1 Million on Local Food
The University of Montana’s Farm to College program brings fresh, local food to campus through many Montana farmers and ranchers. The program just met their $1 million goal in bringing homegrown food to UM. Mountain View Orchards is one of many vendors in the program. UM News Reporter Sarah Yovetich met with the owner to find out more.
UM News Maroon for September 17, 2015
This week on UM News, The University of Montana is supporting city transportation in record-breaking fashion. UM’s Global Gateway program helps give students a skill set to survive in a global market. And check out what community members and students went through to become DJs at KBGA. Dominique Giusti and Sarah Yovetich anchor today’s broadcast that was directed by Carrie Miller and produced by Sean Robb.
Global Gateway Grows Thanks to Community
Ten years ago, the University of Montana established the Global Gateway Initiative. The program aims to give students a skillset to survive in a global market. Two years ago, participation in the program nearly quadrupled, thanks in part to it’s expansion to include the rest of the Missoula community.
Bus Ridership Increases In Missoula
The University of Montana is supporting public transportation in record-breaking fashion. Not only is the U-Dash seeing more students ride the bus to and from campus, but the Mountain Line is also noticing more students and community members riding the bus as well. UM News reporter Dominique Giusti and photojournalist Ryan Groh have the story.
UM’s Sculpture Program Utilizes Welding
Some University of Montana artists are practicing an increasingly valuable skill. Sculpture students learn the basics of welding working on a variety of projects. Reporter Dustin Askim and Photographer Max Barnum spent an evening in the art annex to find out more.
Students Sell Their Plasma
Students are finding new ways to make a little extra cash. One way that is becoming more popular is the selling of plasma. Since plasma cannot be produced synthetically, donors are compensated for their donations. Plasma is used to help treat hemophilia, immune deficiency disorders and other diseases. UM News reporter Ashley Mackey and photographer Mike Huberman take a closer look.
Study Abroad Benefits Students, University
More University of Montana students are studying abroad than ever before, despite the drop in enrollment. Just over 300 students studied in other countries last year. University President Royce Engstrom set a goal to raise that number to 550 students by 2020. Reporter Kyle Schmauch found out that studying abroad benefits both students and the University itself.
UM Considering Replacing Historic Bricks
The historic bricks on the University of Montana’s walkways have large gaps and frost heaves that create trip hazards and problems for wheelchairs. The University Committee on Campus and Facilities is considering UM’s options to replace or re-lay the bricks to make the campus more compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The University will continue gathering public input into spring semester before making a final decision on how to handle the old bricks. Reporter Kyle Schmauch covered the story with photographer Brandon Allen.
Bike Safety Lights up Missoula
With days getting shorter and weather getting colder, Missoula‘s bicyclists have to be extra careful on the road. UM News Reporter Dustin Askim reports on how city and campus organizations are increasing bicycle safety in the Missoula Valley. Here are some more tips to stay safe on two wheels this winter.
Muslim Students Association Addresses Misconceptions During “Islam Awareness Week”
The 2010 U.S. Religious Census reported that Montana is the least Muslim state in the country, with only 0.034 percent of the population practicing Islam. The University of Montana Muslim Students Association reached out to non-Muslims last week to address misconceptions about the religion during “Islam Awareness Week.” Reporter Kyle Schmauch talked to members of the organization and found that while much of Missoula does not know much about Islam, Muslims are generally well-received by the community. The MSA has between 30 and 40 members and reports that around 100 Muslims live in Missoula, which is roughly one-third of the entire Muslim population in the state.
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