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At Montana Western, our Bulldog Ambassadors are passionate students who represent the heart of our institution. They connect with prospective students, families, and the community, sharing their personal experiences and providing an inside look into campus life. Our ambassadors assist the admissions office in recruitment efforts by giving tours and helping with various events around campus.

Have any questions or want to chat with one of our ambassadors? Send an email to our ambassadors at [email protected]


Meet our Bulldog Ambassadors! 

Kelsey Goddard

Hometown | Las Vegas, NV
Major | Psychology
Minor | Kinesiology 
Year | Senior

Favorite activity to do in Dillon | Enjoying a day in the sun at Clark Canyon Reservoir. 

Favorite place to eat in Dillon | Sparky’s Garage  

Involvement at UMW | I am a senior this year and have been an ambassador for 3 years now. I am also a student athlete and a captain for the volleyball team. Last season we were named Conference Champions and made our first appearance in school history at NAIA Nationals.

Statement | I decided to come to Montana Western because of the one-of-a-kind experience you get here! I knew the second I stepped onto campus that this would be my new home from the welcoming people and community, to the block schedule, and so much more. Sharing in unique ways everything UMW has to offer is the reason I am an ambassador and being able to brag about this amazing place where I spend my college years.


Jaed Murry 

Hometown | Noxon, MT
Major | Biology 
Minor | Equine Studies 
Year | Sophomore 

Favorite activity to do in Dillon | Fly fishing and hiking

Favorite place to eat in Dillon | Gyro Wagon 

Statement | I wanted to help bring our small student population together!


Grace Linton

Hometown | Missoula, MT
Major | Business Administration
Minor | Small Business Management
Year | Junior

Favorite activity to do in Dillon | I love to hike the M or longboard the hospital loop.

Favorite place to eat in Dillon | Asian Mix or the Taco Bus

Involvement at UMW | I am a mentor for TRIO, president of UMW Just Dance Club, and Vice President for the Cauldron Club.

Statement | I chose Montana Western for the block schedule. I have a learning disability, and the block style schedule sounded great. I became an ambassador because I fell in love with the Western community. I wanted to contribute to the community and give the same welcome to new students that I received my freshman year.


Serena Connelly

Hometown | Placerville, CA
Major | Biology and Natural Horsemanship 
Minor | Pre-Professional Medical and Veterinary Science
Year | Junior

Favorite activity to do in Dillon | I love to go trail riding at Bannack State Park.

Favorite place to eat in Dillon | Sweetwater Coffee

Involvement at UMW | I am a peer tutor at the learning center, secretary of the vet science club, and member of the student leadership academy.

Statement | I chose Montana Western because of the size of the school. The class sizes are very small, and the professors know their students. For someone from a small town, this was and is extremely appealing.


Interested in becoming a Bulldog Ambassador?  

The application to become a Bulldog Ambassador becomes available in April each year. Keep an eye out for the ambassador application to be sent to your student email. For additional information or questions, please reach out to Jordyn McKay at [email protected] or (406) 683-7450.