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Jane Helm Maddock

Dillon, MT, Lewis & Clark Room Mathews Hall 710 S. Atlantic St., Dillon, MT, United States

Jane Helm Maddock Service Award Formerly known as the Alumni Service award, the Jane Helm Maddock Service Award is granted annually to an individual or group who has demonstrated outstanding service to Montana Western and our community. The recipient does not have to be a graduate of this university.

Old Dog Pony Up Trip

Road trip to Pony, Montana-bus will leave from the Beaverhead Golf Course Pre-registration is highly recommended to ensure we have enough bus seats.

Night of Stars

Beier Auditorium MT

Education Hall of Fame Ceremony

Free

Luncheon Honoring Phil Willett and the UMW Classes of 1973 and 1998

Dillon, MT, Lewis & Clark Room Mathews Hall 710 S. Atlantic St., Dillon, MT, United States

The Montana Western Alumni Office will host a luncheon in the Lewis and Clark Room in Mathews Hall on Friday, May 5, at 11:30 a.m. to honor Phil Willett and the Montana Western classes of 1973 and 1998. Tickets are $20 and available by calling 406-683-7306. Willett will then be recognized for the Distinguished Alumni […]

$20

Kick Off to Commencement & Reception – Legacy Plaza

Legacy Plaza & Pioneer Federal Amphitheater at UMW 710 S. Atlantic St., Dillon, Montana, United States

An additional ceremony honoring the 2023 Graduating Class will be held on Friday, May 5, at 3:30 p.m. on the campus’s Legacy Plaza. This celebration is part of a special tradition at Montana Western held at the end of each academic year on the eve of the Commencement Ceremony that celebrates and honors the graduates […]

Ground Breaking Ceremony: Sports & Activities Complex

Please join us for the groundbreaking ceremony to kick off construction for the Sports & Activities Complex on Wednesday, August 16 from 10:00-11:30 a.m. at the UMW Football Practice Field.

Free HotDAWGS on the Plaza

Legacy Plaza & Pioneer Federal Amphitheater at UMW 710 S. Atlantic St., Dillon, Montana, United States

In partnership with the Beaverhead County Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture, all are welcome to join us for free hotdogs on Legacy Plaza on Thursday, Aug. 24 from 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. Hotdogs, chips, and water will be served while supplies last.

Free

Family Weekend

Montana Western is excited to host Bulldog Family Weekend, a celebration that will bring students and their families together on campus to celebrate the Bulldog spirit that unites us all! Bulldog Family Weekend 2023 kicks off on Legacy Plaza on Friday, September 15, from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.  Enjoy a variety of food and refreshments […]

Day of Giving

Legacy Plaza & Pioneer Federal Amphitheater at UMW 710 S. Atlantic St., Dillon, Montana, United States

Our Campus Campaign has already brought in $7,923 in donations with a 10% participation level. Every day, we witness the impact a single action can have on our entire campus community. It's often said that participation is far more important than the size of the gift, and we wholeheartedly believe in the power of collective […]

Montana Western Alumni Weekend

Join us for one weekend as we come together to celebrate the spirit of our alma mater, reconnect with old friends, and create lasting memories. Alumni weekend is the perfect opportunity to relive cherished moments, reminisce about your college days, and reignite the flame of college pride!

Bulldog Athletics Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

Lewis and Clark Room 710 S. Atlantic St., Dillon, MT

The Athletics Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will be held on Friday, October 13 in the Lewis and Clark Room of Mathews Hall. A no-host social will begin at 4:30 p.m. followed by a buffet dinner to open at 5:00 p.m. We are honored to announce the induction of the following athletes into the Bulldog Athletics […]

Bulldog Bash

Keltz Arena

The Bulldog Bash raises funds to provide scholarship support for Montana Western student athletes, fund projects to enhance our facilities, and other aspects of the student athlete experience. In addition to providing financial support to our programs, this event is a great opportunity for our boosters, community members, and families to connect with each other […]

54th Annual Rodeo Banquet

UMW Campus - Keltz Arena

Annual rodeo fundraiser, dinner, live and silent auction and dance!

Dr. Jane Helm Maddock Service Awards

Lewis and Clark Room - Mathews Hall, UMW

The University of Montana Western will honor two outstanding community members, with the 2023 Dr. Jane Helm Maddock Service Award on April 10, 2024, for their extraordinary service to UMW and the Dillon community. The awards dinner and recognition ceremony will begin at 5:30 p.m. and will be held in the Lewis and Clark Room […]

Old Dog Golf Scramble & Pony Up Trip

We are thrilled to extend an invitation to you for our upcoming exciting events—the Old Dog Golf Scramble, Pony Up Trip, and the Montana Western Alumni & Friends Social. Old Dog Golf Scramble: Date: Thursday, April 18 Time: 10 a.m. Location: Beaverhead Golf Course Pony Up Trip: Departure: Friday, April 19 at 11 a.m. Departure […]

Bulldog Alumni Weekend

UMW Campus

Friday, April 19 5 p.m. Montana Western Alumni & Friends Social - Keltz Arena 6 p.m. Pony Up Bus Arrives at BARC Saturday, April 20 9 a.m. Women's Basketball Alumni Game 10 a.m. Men's Basketball Alumni Game 11 a.m. Volleyball Alumni Game 12 p.m. Bulldog Sports and Activities Complex Tour and Construction Update 1 p.m. […]

Night of Stars – Education Hall of Fame

UMW - Beier Auditorium and Lewis and Clark Room, Mathews Hall

The University of Montana Western's Education Department and Alumni Office in partnership with Stockman Bank present the Eleventh Annual Night of Stars, to be held on Saturday, April 20, 2024 on the Montana Western campus. The schedule of events includes the Education Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony at 6 PM in the Beier Auditorium, followed […]

Scholarship Luncheon

UMW - Lewis and Clark Room, Mathews Hall

The Scholarship Luncheon is a heartfelt opportunity for our donors and scholarship recipients to come together!

Performing Arts Alumni Social

Beier Auditorium MT

Join us for an exciting evening of Gutenberg! The Musical! Drinks and appetizers will be provided in the lobby of the Beier Auditorium before the performance. Complimentary tickets to all alumni! Please RSVP by calling Jolene Robbins at 406-683-7303 by Friday, August 16.

Bulldog Athletics Hall of Fame

Each year the University of Montana Western Alumni Association inducts former Bulldog student-athletes into the Bulldog Athletics Hall of Fame. This year we will be celebrating another outstanding class of inductees. 2024 Hall of Fame Inductees: Jim Bob Humphrey, FootballOlie Else, RodeoTaylor Nahrgang, RodeoBrandon Brown, BasketballChuck Molenda - Meritorious Service The social starts at 5:30 […]

Bulldog Bash

Keltz Arena

The Bulldog Bash raises funds to provide scholarship support for Montana Western student athletes, fund projects to enhance our facilities, and other aspects of the student athlete experience. In addition to providing financial support to our programs, this event is a great opportunity for our boosters, community members, and families to connect with each other […]