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The history of a land grant university

Although few students know what the term “land grant university” means, it plays a role in every part of MSU from its founding to the way the school is funded. While there are many land grant universities across the U.S., the way MSU interacts with the community is unique.

No Need to Fear, Student Housing Resources are Here

No Need to Fear, Student Housing Resources are Here

As the population of Bozeman continues to surge and more students are drawn in from across the country to attend MSU, housing is becoming scarce and expensive. Many students plan to move off campus as they progress in their college careers and are finding it difficult to find affordable housing.

Can you recycle that pizza box?

Can you recycle that pizza box?

It is rare to see a product in a store without the triangular “chasing arrows” recycling symbol. We buy these things knowing we will be able to recycle them and avoid contributing to the net amount of waste piling up on our planet. But what if we are harming more

The art of Bozeman

The art of Bozeman

In my time of experiencing the culture of Bozeman, I have come to learn that it is much more vibrant than I first expected. It is a town of art, history and science. And while I have been experiencing much in my short time exploring this town as a writer,

Severe drought hits Montana

Severe drought hits Montana

This summer, I spent my time working in prairie streams sampling fish, amphibians and reptiles in eastern Montana. Most of my time was spent hiking into a drainage, where a stream was supposed to be, and instead seeing cracked, solid dirt. If you spent the summer in Montana, you may

The must do's at MSU

The must do's at MSU

As everyone gets settled into their dorms, works through their busy class schedule and figures out that syllabus week means a lot more homework than expected, planning what to do with your actual free time can be more of a chore than an event. So, if you’re a freshman

A freshman's guide to fall in Bozeman

Fall in Southwest Montana is truly magical. As the weather cools and the cottonwoods shift their leaves from green to gold, I find myself spending as much time outdoors as I possibly can. Recreation opportunities abound in the Bozeman area this time of year and the hardest decision is often