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The Maureen and Mike Mansfield Library

The Maureen and Mike Mansfield Library at the University of Montana provides an array of information resources and services in support of the teaching, learning, and research programs of the University. These resources include print collections and access to networked research databases, electronic journals e-books, media materials, and a web-based integrated library cataloging and discovery platform. Library services include in-depth research and reference assistance, an extensive instruction program integrated into the university curriculum, and full-service computing and media facilities. Extensive services for online education students and faculty are available to provide an equitable educational experience.

The Maureen and Mike Mansfield Library comprises the heart of UM s library system. Collections exceed 1.75 million volumes, more than 800,000 electronic books, access to over 75,000 print and electronic journals, an expanding array of electronic databases, over 72,000 media, a federal government depository collection and an Archives and Special Collections. These resources are supplemented by an active interlibrary loan service through which items from other libraries can be loaned to UM students and faculty. The Mansfield Library is open seven days a week for 111 hours per week during the academic semesters.

Over 130 computers available for student use and wireless access throughout the building provides fast and stable internet connectivity in support of access to electronic resources and access to other networked information. Three state-of-the-art instructional classrooms underscore the goal of the library as a learning library in which students learn how to access and evaluate information in support of their advancing academic careers. Study carrels, group study rooms, study tables, and soft seating on all floors of the library provide a variety of study environments.

The Mansfield Library at Missoula College UM (located on the East Campus) supports its curricular programs. Students and faculty at both campuses have access to all library resources and services. Students at Bitterroot College UM, in Hamilton, also have full access to the Mansfield Library's resources and services. The library collections at the affiliated UM campuses are located in Butte at Montana Tech, and Highlands College of Montana Tech; in Dillon at The Carson Library of the University of Montana-Western; and in Helena at Helena College the University of Montana.

UM Housing

UM Housing provides safe, clean, healthy, and affordable living and learning facilities that foster an inclusive community living environment for students, staff, faculty, and guests. Services provided in these facilities support and nurture educational experiences and personal development at the University of Montana. Additional information about housing at the University of Montana can be found on the UM Housing website. 

UM Campus Dining

Information about UM Campus Dining services can be found on the UM Campus Dining website. 

Experiential Learning and Career Success (ELCS)

Experiential Learning & Career Success (ELCS) is dedicated to supporting students from their first day on campus to their first day on the job and beyond. ELCS helps students tie their unique passion, personality, potential, and academic plans together to connect experiences, grow, and learn as a whole person. UM's signature career readiness program, ElevateU, is built to enhance your career readiness and marketability so students graduate with a degree in hand, broadly educated and specifically skilled. Additional information can be found on the ELCS website. 

Testing Services

Testing Services at the University of Montana provides academic and professional testing opportunities for the purpose of enhancing educational, career and professional goals. Testing Services adheres to the National College Testing Association Professional Standards and Guidelines. Additional information can be found on the Testing Services website. 

Office for Disability Equity

Students with disabilities can expect access at the University of Montana-Missoula. Wherever possible, the University exceeds mere compliance with the civil rights laws of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Montana Human Rights Act. The University's programs are readily accessible to and usable by people with disabilities. The campus assures Program access is delivered to the maximum extent feasible and in the most integrated manner possible.

The Office for Disability Equity (ODE), a student affairs office, leads the University's program access efforts for students. ODE provides and coordinates reasonable modifications and advocates for an accessible and hospitable learning environment. We encourage self-determination and self-reliance by students with disabilities. Examples of services include priority registration, physical accessibility arrangements, academic adjustments, auxiliary aids (readers, scribes, sign language interpreters, etc.), alternative testing, conversion of print textbooks to e-text, assistive technology assistance, and other reasonable modifications. To achieve equal access, ODE vigorously pursues the removal of informational, physical, and attitudinal barriers to all University programs.

Students with disabilities should plan ahead and get in touch with ODE prior to arriving on campus. For additional information, contact ODE in Aber Hall, Level 1, by phone at (406) 243-2243 (Voice/Text), by video phone at (406) 203-0591, or or by email at ode@umontana.edu. Please visit the Office for Disability Equity website to find details on our services.

Military and Veteran Services Office (MVSO)

The University of Montana Military and Veteran Services Office (MVSO) is located on the Southeast corner of the Mountain Campus at 1000 E. Beckwith Avenue, where Beckwith Ave. becomes Campus Drive. The Military and Veteran Services Office assists all military-affiliated students with education benefits and resources necessary to succeed at UM, including those attending the Missoula College.

The Military and Veteran Services Office complies with the Veterans Benefits and Transition Act of 2018 (38 USC 3679(e)). The Act states that we will not impose any penalty, including the assessment of late fees, the denial of access to classes, libraries, or other institutional facilities, or the requirement that a covered individual borrow additional funds, on any covered individual because of the individual’s inability to meet his or her financial obligations to the institution due to the delayed disbursement funding from VA under chapter 31 or 33.

Contact information:

UM VETS Office
1000 E. Beckwith Avenue
mvso@mso.umt.edu 
Montana Military and Veteran Services Office website
406-243-2744 Phone
406-243-5444 Fax

International Students and Scholars

The office of International Students and Scholars (ISS) assumes responsibility for the general welfare of foreign students at the University of Montana from admission to gradation and practical training. It provides direct support services, consultation, and liaison. The office assists in the reception and orientation of foreign students and helps with their integration into the University and community. It interprets immigration regulations and laws and assists students in maintaining legal status and obtaining benefits related to their visa status. Staff members provide advising for academic and personal concerns, cultural adjustment, financial problems, and other concerns that arise.

The staff works with the International Student Association and other student groups, as well as the Missoula International Friendship Program to sponsor cultural activities, a speaker's bureau, a community hospitality program for students, leadership opportunities for students, and the annual International Culture and Food Festival. ISS coordinates the UM Global Partner Program, a campus peer-mentioning program. It offers educational fields trips; winter and summer break activities, as well as initial and on-going orientation and educational programs on relevant topics. ISS manages the campus' International House, an activity center for inter-cultural events.

International Students and Scholars works closely with other service and advising offices on campus to optimize those services and their visibility to foreign students.

International Students and Scholars prepares certificates or petitions for the Exchange visitor J-1 visa and advises foreign scholars who need to change or extend their visa status, travel temporarily out of the United States or bring dependents to this country. Finally, the office serves as liaison to federal agencies dealing with foreign student and scholar concerns, such as the US Citizenship and Immigration Service, Department of Labor, Department of State, Internal Revenue Service and Social Security Administration. For more information visit the International Student and Scholars website or contact us at global.engagement@umontana.edu.

Global Engagement Office

The Global Engagement Office promotes and provides international life-changing experiences and related educational opportunities, serving as a resource that contributes to the culture of a globally-minded community through its several different sections. The GEO is responsible for the recruitment of all international students to UM through a variety of programs including Study Abroad, Partner Programs, English Language Institute, Undergraduate Pathway (UP) Program, and Full Admissions. The GEO works with its partners to receive sponsored international students and administer their programs. The English Language Institute (ELI) department of the GEO serves international students who wish to improve their English language and academic skills in order to pursue studies at UM or another higher education institution. The GEO also offers students the exciting opportunity to study abroad in one of over 50 countries through three different UM sponsored programs: Faculty-Directed Programs, Partner Universities, and International Student Exchange Programs (ISEP). Global Gateway, an innovative educational service portal within the GEO, develops partnerships with the UM campus, local schools, and community organizations that promote cultural awareness and sharing foreign cultures, traditions, and customs. For additional information, visit GEO in the International Center, call (406) 243-2288, email global.engagement@umontana.edu.

English Language Institute

UM offers an intensive English program through the English Language Institute. Students are enrolled in 20 hours of class each week. ELI's curriculum addresses the needs of international students whose scores are below UM language requirement scores of 525 ITP/ 70iBT. ELI courses also address the needs of students who want to raise their English language proficiency in order to gain admission to a university or college where English is the language of instruction. Through this program, ELI students can begin their university studies at UM in several ways. They can successfully participate in the ELI/UM Bridge Program, show their academic readiness through ELI coursework, or meet the TOEFL requirements. For more information, visit the English Language Institute website.

Curry Health Center

Curry Health Center provides affordable, accessible, high quality, student-centered health services to University of Montana students to enhance student learning, promote personal health and development and teach important life skills.

The Curry Health Fee is paid at registration by students who enroll for seven credits or more (excluding distance only students). Students taking less than seven credits per semester may elect to pay the Health Fee at any time during the semester. The Curry Health Center provides a wide range of primary health care and health promotion services at discounted rates well below what students would generally find in the Missoula community.

Services in Wellness and Student Advocacy Resource Center (SARC) are available to all students. Services in Medical, Counseling and Dental are available only to students who pay the Curry Health Fee.

Additional information about Curry Health Center services can be found on the Curry Health Center website. 

UM Police Department

The University of Montana Police Department (UMPD) serves and protects the students, staff, faculty, and all people and property within the University of Montana campus and properties.

Both Police Dispatchers and Officers are on duty 24 hours a day, every day of the year.  Our Police Officers and Dispatchers are certified and trained by the Montana Law Enforcement Academy (MLEA). UM Police Officers have the exclusive responsibility to act upon law-enforcement matters and perform police functions for the UM Main Campus and the Missoula College. UM Police Officers investigate all crimes and enforce federal, state, and local laws as well as University of Montana policies.

All sworn UMPD officers have successfully completed training at the Montana Law Enforcement Academy (MLEA) or equivalent training recognized by the Montana Peace Officer Standards and Training Council. Our officers have the same authority and powers of arrest as any officer in the state.  In addition to the MLEA training, UMPD officers receive additional training throughout the year.

For additional information, see the UM Police website. 

University of Montana Transportation and Parking Services (TAPS) is comprised of the UM Parking Department and ASUM Transportation. Information can be found on the UM Transportation and Parking Services website. 

University Center

The University Center enriches campus life by providing student-focused opportunities, programs, services, and space.

The UC is your student union. It is a place for you to study, discover diversity, enjoy entertainment and feel at home away from home. Additional information can be found on the University Center website. 

Sports and Recreation

Organized sports and recreational activities are an important part of academic and leisure life at the University.

Intercollegiate Athletics

The University of Montana-Missoula is a Division I member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association and the Big Sky Conference. The athletic program consists of 15 varsity teams. The men's program includes competition in basketball, cross country, football (Football Championship Subdivision), indoor and outdoor track, and tennis. The women's program offers competition in basketball, cross country, tennis, indoor and outdoor track, volleyball, golf, softball, and soccer. Athletic scholarships are offered in all sports. Additional information can be found on the Athletics website.

Campus Recreation

Campus Recreation enriches the academic experiences of University of Montana students and provides all members with exceptional health, fitness and recreational opportunities. In addition to helpful staff and state-of-the-art facilities, Campus Recreation offers services, events and innovative programs. Program areas include aquatics, fitness programs, golf, intramural sports, outdoor programs and youth camps. Extending positive, lasting impacts to the broader community, Campus Recreation also co-hosts collaborative events and provides public access to the Grizzly Pool, University of Montana Golf Course and Youth Camps. Information can be found on the UM Campus Recreation website. 

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