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Why Great Ideas Get Stuck in Universities

Academic institutions incubate novel ideas and are important innovation partners for companies, but getting products out of universities and onto the market can be challenging. A study by Maria Roche illustrates how researchers might be getting in their own way.

Montana University System braces for downturn in number of graduating high school seniors

Montana’s public universities are growing their roster of online courses, accelerated degree paths, and high school dual-credit opportunities.

Falling In Love With Montana All Over Again

I’m a proud North Dakotan and one of the state’s leading cheerleaders, but like Steinbeck, I have a confession to make. Not only do I love Montana more than any other state (and that includes Colorado, California, Utah, and Wyoming), but when people ask me about my love of the West, I invariably say, “If there were only one state, it would have to be Montana.”

University of Montana receives $1.8 million grant for to train more health care workers

The university will partner with rural school districts and health care partners to build and create new health care pathways incorporating for dual enrollment in apprenticeships and recognized prior credits keeping students in their communities to learn and work.

Accelerate Montana – We’re back with new initiatives, updates, and opportunities!

In this edition of our newsletter, learn about Accelerate Montana’s upcoming courses in technology, construction, and more! Stay connected and reach out if you would like more information on any of our programs. 

UM Receives $1.8M to Tackle Rural Health Care Workforce Shortage

OHRP Director Lily Apedaile said Montana is experiencing a severe health care workforce shortage – especially in rural Montana – which will require a systems-building approach to solve.

University of Montana receives $250K to support storytelling in rural, Indigenous communities

The funding will be used to launch four-day intensive audio journalism summer camps in Missoula in July 2024 and 2025.

“AI won’t take your job. It’s somebody using AI that will take your job.”

“41% of leaders (extremely familiar with AI) expect to redesign business processes from the ground up with AI.”

Neuroscience Says 1 Brainless Move Will Boost Your Memory, Focus, Lower Stress and is the equivalent to reversing age-related loss by one to two years.

This simple activity is accessible to almost anyone, anywhere.

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What Job Seekers Can Learn from the Three Minute Thesis – It’ All About Knowing How To Tell A Story

The 3MT format teaches scholars how to distill complex ideas into simple, understandable language — a skill that is invaluable in navigating the job market in academia. Here’s how you can apply the principles of the 3MT competition to your job search in higher education:

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As the hub of learning, creativity and innovation in Northwest Montana, Flathead Valley Community College is expanding

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