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SUMMARY:Montana Rural Impact Forum - 9/9-10 - Great Falls
DESCRIPTION:Save the date and join us for the Montana Rural Impact Forum!\nConnect with federal partners and programs to support thriving communities. \n  \nWhen: September 9 and 10\, 2026\nWhere: University of Providence\, University Center\n1301 20th St South\nGreat Falls\, Montana\nRegister Now\nContacts: \nTash Wisemiller | tash.wisemiller@usda.gov\nJolene Schalper | jschalper@growgreatfalls.org \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://matr.net/event/montana-rural-impact-forum-9-9-10-great-falls/
LOCATION:University of Providence\, 1301 20th St S\, Great Falls\, 59405\, United States
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SUMMARY:The University of Montana is now accepting applications for our next Regional I-Corps Cohort\, running September 1 through September 30\, 2026.
DESCRIPTION:The University of Montana is now accepting applications for our next Regional I-Corps Cohort\, running September 1 through September 30\, 2026. \nIf you are a researcher\, faculty member\, student\, entrepreneur\, startup founder\, or innovator trying to understand whether your idea has real market potential\, this program is designed to help you figure that out. \nOver five weeks\, participants use a proven customer discovery process to test assumptions\, better understand customer needs\, refine their value proposition\, and explore possible commercialization pathways. The experience can also strengthen future SBIR/STTR and other grant proposals by providing real-world market validation and evidence of stakeholder engagement. \nIf you are working on a technology\, research discovery\, or startup idea\, we would love to connect with you. And if someone in your network should see this\, please share it with them. \n\nThe Regional I-Corps training at University of Montana spans five weeks\, offering a blended approach to assess the market potential of your technology. This program welcomes both researchers and entrepreneurs\, the curriculum explores the commercial potential of deep technology solutions across any industry sector. It prepares researchers to extend their focus beyond the lab and consider the economic and societal impact of their work. \nParticipants in an I-Corps team should allocate roughly 8-10 hours weekly throughout the duration of the five-week program. Each team should include\, at the very least\, an entrepreneurial lead (EL) and a technical lead (TL). \nSession Dates:\n\nOrientation: Wed\, September 2 – 4:00–5:30 PM MST\nSession 1: Mon\, September 7 – 4:00–7:00 PM MST\nSession 2: Wed\, September 9 – 4:00–7:00 PM MST\nSession 3 : Wed\, September 16 – 4:00–7:00 PM MSTSession 4: Wed\, September 23 – 4:00–7:00 PM MSTSession 5 : Wed\, September 30 – (Finale)\, 4:00–7:00 PM MST\n\n\n\nApplication Deadline: Sunday\, August 16\n\n\n\nThe University of Montana (UM) Regional I-Corps program is a free innovation bootcamp that teaches researchers and entrepreneurs how to transition technology from the lab to the market. The 3-to-5-week courses focus heavily on customer discovery\, the business model canvas\, and identifying product-market fit. [1\, 2\, 3\, 4\, 5]\nThe University of Montana is a key partner in the NSF-funded Great Plains I-Corps Hub\, which spans eight states across the Midwest and Mountain West. Completing a Regional I-Corps cohort is a mandatory prerequisite for qualifying for the prestigious National NSF I-Corps Teams program. [1\, 2\, 3]\n\n\nCore Program Details\n\n\n\nTime Commitment: Participants should expect to dedicate roughly 8-10 hours weekly.\n\n\n\n\nTeam Structure: Teams must consist of at least an Entrepreneurial Lead (EL) and a Technical Lead (TL).\n\n\n\n\nCost: The innovation bootcamp and customer discovery training are completely free.\n\n\n\n\nBenefits: Qualifying program participants are often eligible for travel awards (e.g.\, $1\,500 for certain cohorts) and direct access to trained industry mentors. [1\, 2\, 3]\n\n\n\n\n\nUpcoming Cohort Dates & Registration\n\n\nApplications for the Fall 2026 cohort are currently accepting participants.\n\n\n\nDates: September 1 through September 30.\n\n\n\n\nFormat: Taught virtually\, making it highly accessible without the need for travel.\n\n\n\n\nHow to Apply: Review application requirements and submit your details on the official National Science Foundation I-Corps | University of Montana page. You can also view more upcoming regional events directly on the Great Plains I-Corps Hub Events platform. [1\, 2\, 3]
URL:https://matr.net/event/the-university-of-montana-is-now-accepting-applications-for-our-next-regional-i-corps-cohort-running-september-1-through-september-30-2026/
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SUMMARY:“Our Youth in the Age of AI” Code Girls United -  Aug. 27 - Whitefish\, Montana
DESCRIPTION:Code Girls United to Host Meaningful Community Discussion\, Silent Auction\, Raffle \nTickets must be purchased in advance by End of Business Monday\, August 24th.\n“Our Youth in the Age of AI” event on Aug. 27 \nCode Girls United (CGU) is proud to announce its upcoming event\, “Our Youth in the Age of AI”\, an interactive reception and panel discussion scheduled for Thursday\, August 27\, 2026\, at the O’Shaughnessy Cultural Arts Center in Whitefish\, at 5 p.m. \n“This event serves as a platform for meaningful dialogue between a current industry leader and the\nstudents who will soon lead those same industries\,” said Marianne Smith\, Code Girls United CEO.\n“By bringing these perspectives together\, we hope to foster a community-wide understanding of AI’s\nrole in our children’s education and future careers.” \nThe event begins with a reception and interactive showcase\, followed by the discussion panel at 6\np.m. In a community-centered approach\, the panel will address questions submitted by the public\nthrough the event’s ticket purchase link\, ensuring the conversation reflects local interests and\nconcerns regarding technology’s future. \nGuests are invited to enjoy casual bites and beverages while exploring student-led display tables\nfeaturing the CGU AI Academy\, CGU afterschool program and award-winning student apps.\nAttendees may also participate in a silent auction and purchase raffle tickets for prizes valued at up to\n$1\,200. Event tickets are $20 and will be sold in advance only. Tickets can be purchased online at:\nhttp://www.codegirlsunited.org/events. \nFounded in 2016\, Code Girls United is a nonprofit organization providing free after-school\nprogramming for fourth to eighth-grade girls and tribal high school girls in Montana. Code Girls\nUnited’s mission is: To expand the future career opportunities of 4th – 8th grade girls through\nhands-on experiences in coding\, technology\, and business.AI-panel-flyer-new-v2 (2) \nTo learn more\, please visit the Code Girls United website at: http://www.codegirlsunited.org.
URL:https://matr.net/event/our-youth-in-the-age-of-ai-code-girls-united-aug-27-whitefish-montana/
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SUMMARY:Protect Your Ideas - 8/27 - Kalispell
DESCRIPTION:Protect Your Ideas\n\n\nAugust 27 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in learning about Intellectual property and resources\, then join us on August 27\, 2026 at 10:00 – 11:00 AM to meet with the Acting Director of the Northwest Frontier Community Engagement Office for USPTO. \nIf you are unfamiliar with patents\, trademarks\, copyrights\, and trade secrets? Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about intellectual property (IP) basics and potential ways to protect your innovation as you transition from idea to product. \nThe discussion will cover:
URL:https://matr.net/event/protect-your-ideas-8-27-kalispell/
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SUMMARY:Great Falls\, Montana Data Center Task Force Meeting - 8/26
DESCRIPTION:  \nPlease join us for the fifth Data Center Task Force meeting featuring Bob Morris. Mr. Morris is a Butte\, MT native and a Montana Tech engineering alumnus. Mr. Morris has worked in electric power for the past 40 years\, focusing on protection and control of electric power systems around the world\, including the high voltage power grid\, large industrial power plants\, and data centers. Mr. Morris currently serves as the Lance Energy Chair at Montana Tech and is a member of Governor Gianforte’s Energy Task Force. \nAttendance is in person.
URL:https://matr.net/event/great-falls-montana-data-center-task-force-meeting-8-26/
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SUMMARY:Montana SMART Manufacturing Roadshow - 8/26 - Helena
DESCRIPTION:Join the Montana Manufacturing Extension Center for the inaugural Smart Manufacturing Roadshow\, a one-day workshop to introduce small and medium manufacturers to emerging technologies that can help their companies save time\, increase capacity\, enhance quality\, and achieve other operational goals. \n\nDiscover cutting-edge Smart Manufacturing technologies through expert presentations and live demonstrations.\nHear from a panel of fellow Montana manufacturers about what they are implementing and what they’ve learned.\nConnect with technology vendors\, consultants\, and integrators\, and get your questions answered.\nLearn about partner organizations and resources available in Montana to assist you with technology assessments\, return on investment analyses\, and other support services that promote successful implementations.\n\nWHO should Participate?\nManufacturing Leads\, Supervisors\, Managers\, and Leaders who want to discover potential applications of advanced technologies and data integration across all aspects of manufacturing operations. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThanks to the generous support of the U.S. Department of Energy\, this workshop is available at NO COST to Montana manufacturers\, but advance registration is requested. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlready registered?\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda
URL:https://matr.net/event/montana-smart-manufacturing-roadshow/
LOCATION:Delta Hotels Helena Colonial\, 2301 Colonial Dr\, Helena\, MT\, United States
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SUMMARY:2026 Greater Northwest Rail Summit and BSPRA Annual Conference  August 25-27 Helena\, MT 
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nSave the date for the Greater Northwest Rail Summit\, held in conjunction with the Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority’s Annual Conference\, August 25–27\, 2026\, in Helena\, Montana. This three-day gathering will convene leaders and stakeholders from across the rail industry\, government\, manufacturing\, tourism\, and community development sectors for timely discussions on the future of passenger and freight rail in Montana and across the Greater Northwest. \nRegister Now \nTaking place August 25–27\, 2026\, in Helena\, Montana\, this three-day event will feature timely discussions on the future of passenger and freight rail throughout Montana and the region. Attendees will explore how strategic rail investments can strengthen commerce\, expand mobility\, create jobs\, support tourism\, and better connect communities across the Greater Northwest. \n  \nDon’t miss this opportunity to engage with industry experts and decision-makers shaping the future of regional transportation. Agenda and speaker announcements coming soon! \n  \nWhat to Expect: \n\nIndustry-leading speakers and panel discussions\nUpdates on the Big Sky North Coast Corridor\nFreight and Passenger Rail development conversations\nRail workforce and economic development conversations\nPublic-Private Partnership Discussions\nNetworking Receptions and Banquet Events\nBSPRA Annual Conference and Board Meeting\n\nHotel Room Block Reservation: \n\nGreat Northern Best Western\nDelta Colonial \n\nRegistration & Pricing \nFull Event: $275\nHalf Day: $75 \nWednesday Single-Day: $150\nVirtual Pass: $50 \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOur Contact Information\nBig Sky Passenger Rail Authority\n100 North 27th St.\nSuite 600 D\nBillings\, MT 59101\n(406)-624-5522\nhttps://www.bigskyrailmt.gov
URL:https://matr.net/event/2026-greater-northwest-rail-summit-and-bspra-annual-conference-august-25-27-helena-mt/
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SUMMARY:New UM President Dr. Jeremiah Shinn to Address Community at State of the University - 8/21 - Montana Theatre
DESCRIPTION:New UM President to Address Community at State of the University  – Members of the Missoula and campus community and the media are invited to attend University of Montana President Dr. Jeremiah Shinn’s first State of the University Friday\, Aug. 21\, at the Montana Theatre in the Performing Arts and Radio/Television Center building. \nDoors open at 8 a.m. and the event will begin at 8:30 a.m. The address will be followed by a reception. \nSeating for the event is limited. Shinn’s address also will be streamed in the Masquer Theater for overflow and late arrivals. \nMedia are invited to participate in a brief gaggle following the remarks. Members of the media who are in attendance can make their way to the stage following the conclusion of the event. \nA livestream also will be available on YouTube for those unable to attend in person. \nShinn took the University’s helm on July 1 as UM’s 20th president. He joined UM after a successful tenure as the interim president of Boise State University\, where he led efforts to enhance student engagement\, strengthen campus partnerships and expand access to affordable education opportunities for students. \nPrior to serving as Boise State interim president\, Shinn was vice president for student affairs and enrollment management. He also served as vice president for student affairs at Louisiana State University. Shinn earned a Ph.D. from Eastern Michigan University\, a Master of Arts from the University of Michigan and a Bachelor of Science from Arkansas Tech University. \n  \n### \nContact: Dave Kuntz\, UM vice president of marketing and communications\, 406-243-5659\, dave.kuntz@umontana.edu.
URL:https://matr.net/event/new-um-president-dr-jeremiah-shinn-to-address-community-at-state-of-the-university-8-21-montana-theatre/
LOCATION:Montana Theater – University of Montana\, 32 Campus Dr #110\, MISSOULA\, MT\, United States
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SUMMARY:HVN August Monthly Meet-up: Speaker Highlight: Matthew Frank\, Co-founder & Publisher at The Pulp - 8/20 - Missoula
DESCRIPTION:August Guest Speaker:\nMatthew Frank\nThe Pulp\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMatthew Frank is the co-founder and publisher of The Pulp\, an independent nonprofit news organization covering Missoula and western Montana\, which won LION Publishers’ New Business of the Year award in 2024. He leads business operations\, fundraising and strategy\, and brings nearly two decades of journalism experience\, including as senior staff writer and associate editor at the Missoula Independent. He launched The Pulp in 2023 alongside longtime Indy arts editor Erika Fredrickson.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEVENT  DETAILS \nDATE: \nAugust 20th \nTIME:  \n5-6:30 PM \nWHERE:  \nMonTEC \n1121 E. Broadway St.
URL:https://matr.net/event/hvn-august-monthly-meet-up-speaker-highlight-matthew-frank-co-founder-publisher-at-the-pulp-8-20-missoula/
LOCATION:MonTEC\, 1121 East Broadway Street\, Missoula\, MT\, 59802\, United States
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SUMMARY:City Club Missoula - The People's Court  Qualifications\, Justice\, and the Race for Justice of the Peace - Department 2 - Monday\, August 10th\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:The People’s Court \nQualifications\, Justice\, and the Race for JP Department 2 \nMonday\, August 10th\, 2026 \nProgram: 11:30 am – 1:00 PM \nLocation: Missoula Public Library \n455 East Main Street\, 4th Floor \nCooper’s Space A & B \n**Please note that the deadline to order lunch is August 3rd. \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat does it take to be a judge? In Montana\, the answer might surprise you. \nUnlike district court judges\, Justices of the Peace are not required to hold a law degree — making these elections a unique opportunity for voters to weigh in on what qualifications truly matter in a courtroom. Justice Courts handle a wide range of cases affecting everyday Missoulians: misdemeanors\, traffic violations\, small claims\, and civil matters up to $15\,000. The person sitting on that bench shapes how thousands of our neighbors experience the justice system each year. \nThis August\, City Club Missoula brings together the two candidates vying for Justice of the Peace Department 2 for an open\, moderated conversation about their backgrounds\, their vision for the court\, and what they believe the role demands. Incumbent Justice Landee Holloway brings more than two decades in Montana corrections and probation to the bench. \nChallenger Kelli Sather is a licensed attorney and state public defender with deep experience in criminal defense. Two distinct paths. One seat. \nJoin us for what promises to be a thoughtful and timely discussion about access to justice\, judicial qualifications\, and the future of one of Missoula County’s most consequential courts. \nFeaturing: \nCandidate: Landee Holloway – Incumbent \nCandidate: Kelli Sather – State Public Defender \nModerator: Natalya Taylor – League of Women Voters\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEXECUTIVE SPONSORS \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAMBASSODOR & SPONSORSHIP HIGHLIGHT \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSend to a Colleague\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCity Club Missoula\nccm@cityclubmissoula.com\nhttp://www.cityclubmissoula.com\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSee what’s happening on our social sites:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCity Club Missoula | P.O. Box 9071 | Missoula\, MT 59807 US
URL:https://matr.net/event/city-club-missoula-the-peoples-court-qualifications-justice-and-the-race-for-jp-department-2-monday-august-10th-2026/
LOCATION:Missoula Public Library\, 301 E Main St\, Missoula\, MT\, United States
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SUMMARY:Montana and Wyoming SBIR Discovery Webinar - Cost Proposals & Government Accounting - 8/4 - Online
DESCRIPTION:Join us next Tuesday August 4\, 2026 to gain confidence in tackling your SBIR/STTR Cost Proposal! Jim Greenwood will lead an all-day workshop hosted by Montana Technology Innovation Partnership powered by MSU TechLink Center and Wyoming Small Business Development Center Network (the Montana and Wyoming FAST teams) to demystify budgets and government accounting principles for SBIR applicants and those pursuing other federal contracts/grants. \nSound boring? Never! Jim has a way of making even the driest of topics interesting and fun and you will walk away with immediate skills to apply to your own proposals. \nYou’ll learn:\n✔️ The components of an SBIR/STTR cost proposal\n✔️ Understanding government accounting terminology\n✔️ Allowable vs Unallowable costs\n✔️ Aligning technical work plans with realistic budgets\n✔️ Establishing records and accounting practices that support compliance\n✔️ Preparing for potential government audits\n✔️ Practical cost proposal and indirect-rate examples \nWho should attend? Small businesses and investigators in the U.S. planning for\, or have received SBIR (or other federal funding)\, support organization working with government contractors. You *do not* need to be based in MT or WY.\nDate: August 4\, 2026\nTime: 8:30 AM – 4PM MDT (plenty of breaks\, we promise)\nWhere: Zoom\nRegistration is required: https://lnkd.in/gkBi_KjU \n  \n  \nFull Event Information
URL:https://matr.net/event/montana-and-wyoming-sbir-discovery-webinar-cost-proposals-government-accounting-8-4-online/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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SUMMARY:Launch Your Career in Biotech Quality Systems -  July 27–31\, 2026 - University of Montana
DESCRIPTION:Launch Your Career in Biotech Quality Systems \nBuild the skills employers need. Launch the career you want. \nSummer 2026 Cohort \nProgram Dates: July 27–31\, 2026\nRegistration Deadline: July 10\, 2026 \nThis modular Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) Graduate Certificate Program—offered through a strategic partnership between the University of California San Diego (UCSD) Extended Studies\, the University of Montana (UM)\, and the Montana Biotechnology Center (BIOTECH)—is designed to provide unmatched flexibility and industry alignment. Unlike traditional programs\, it allows learners to customize their pathway by completing the online instructional module\, the hands-on laboratory module\, or both\, depending on their career goals and background. Students may earn a single certificate or two complementary credentials\, reflecting the depth and breadth of their training. Built to meet the needs of a rapidly growing biotechnology sector\, the program equips graduates with practical\, job-ready skills in regulatory compliance\, laboratory best practices\, and quality systems—preparing them to enter a highly competitive and in-demand workforce with confidence. \n  \nFull Opportunity Information \n  \n 
URL:https://matr.net/event/launch-your-career-in-biotech-quality-systems-july-27-31-2026-university-of-montana/
LOCATION:University of Montana Oval\, 32 Campus Dr\,\, Missoula\, MT 59812\, MT\, United States
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SUMMARY:Montana Tech to host free Summer Environmental Engineering Camp for high school students - 7/27-31
DESCRIPTION:Montana Technological University’s Environmental Engineering Department will host a weeklong Summer Environmental Engineering Camp from July 27–31\, offering high school students an immersive\, hands-on introduction to how environmental engineers design solutions to real-world challenges. \nDesigned for driven students entering their sophomore through senior years\, the all-expenses-paid residential camp invites participants to explore environmental engineering through field activities\, laboratory work and collaborative design projects led by Montana Tech faculty. \nApplications are due April 19. For more information\, contact envcamp@mtech.edu. To apply for the camp\, click here.
URL:https://matr.net/event/montana-tech-to-host-free-summer-environmental-engineering-camp-for-high-school-students-7-27-31/
LOCATION:Montana Tech Butte\, 1300 W. Park St.\, Butte\, MT\, United States
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SUMMARY:Professional Development Opportunity: Community Development Institute West - July 20-24\, 2026 - Boise\, Idaho
DESCRIPTION:The Western Rural Development Center (WRDC) is pleased to host the Community Development Institute West (CDI West)\, a 4.5-day immersive training program taking place July 20-24\, 2026 in Boise\, Idaho. Endorsed by the Community Development Council and part of the national CDI network\, CDI West offers new and experienced community development leaders with actionable skills\, proven tools and a strong regional network. \nFormerly known as the Northwest Community Development Institute\, CDI West reflects a broader regional reach and growing network of partners across the Western United States\, while maintaining its long‑standing focus on high‑quality\, practitioner‑informed training. \nDesigned for\nCDI West is designed for professionals and community leaders\, including: \n\nLand-grant professionals engaged in Extension\, outreach\, community‑engaged scholarship\, and translational research\nElected officials and civic leaders\nNonprofit and community organization leaders\nTribal leaders and community advocates\nBusiness\, housing\, and community access professionals\nCommunity volunteers and practitioners\n\nProfessional Learning Pathway\nParticipants engage in a three‑year\, cohort‑based curriculum\, covering: \n\nFoundations of community development\nEconomic development strategy and implementation\nCommunity leadership and civic capacity building\n\nParticipants who complete the three‑year curriculum become eligible for the Professional Community and Economic Developer (PCED) certification examination. \nRegister Now\n👉 Learn more\, view travel details\, and register: http://www.cdiwest.org \nRegistration is now open and will close July 10\, 2026. A limited number of scholarships are available\, with priority consideration for applicants who register by May 22\, 2026.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn More & Register\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact Us\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor questions about these events\, contact wrdc@uidaho.edu.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWebsite
URL:https://matr.net/event/professional-development-opportunity-community-development-institute-west-july-20-24-2026-boise-idaho/
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SUMMARY:The Western Montana Food and Farm Trail connects folks\, farms\, and flavor - June 1–October 31
DESCRIPTION:The Western Montana Food & Farm Trail is an interactive\, self-guided adventure connecting you with the farms\, flavors\, and folks that shape our region’s vibrant local food community. With more than 100 stops across the Missoula\, Bitterroot\, and Flathead Valleys\, the Trail invites you to meet the growers\, taste what’s in season\, and experience the culture and care behind the farms\, markets\, restaurants\, and food businesses committed to local food. \n The Trail Field Guide is your companion on the journey\,  with farm and food listings\, curated itineraries\, illustrated maps\, event calendars\, and more. Along the way\, collect stamps as you explore for prizes or simply for the fun of it.
URL:https://matr.net/event/the-western-montana-food-and-farm-trail-connects-folks-farms-and-flavor-june-1-october-31/
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