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MATR Newsletter – August 10, 2026
The state with the best education wins!




Economic Development Impact Videos From MEDA – Wolf Point, Montana Mercantile Impact Story

These videos showcase the real-world impact of Montana’s economic development organizations and programs, many of which are funded in part, by the State of Montana. These programs have helped support business growth, innovation, manufacturing competitiveness, and locally driven economic development efforts for more than two decades.

New University of Montana President Dr. Jeremiah Shinn said his administration will focus on ensuring the university prepares students for the workforce

Shinn said the university remains committed to its liberal arts foundation. He argued that skills such as critical thinking, creativity and discernment are becoming increasingly valuable as artificial intelligence reshapes the workplace.

AllSides Media Bias Chart – Where do you get your news?

Everyone is biased, but hidden bias misleads and divides us. AllSides makes bias transparent so you can easily identify and consume different perspectives.



Alexander Hutton Helps Complete Sale of Missoula, Montana’s Diversified Plastics

Thank you, James, and thank you to everyone at Alexander Hutton. I couldn’t have asked for a better team to guide our family through one of the most significant decisions of our lives.


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  • Bozeman Homelessness Drops 25 Percent in One Year

    A recent count shows Bozeman’s homeless population fell from 523 to 394, driven by expanded shelter capacity and affordable housing efforts. Community partners continue to support families and survivors, aiming to reduce homelessness durations to under 30 days.

  • French company turns office into shelter for homeless man in Brittany

    Homeless people, called invitees, need to be older than 18, unaccompanied, have legal residency, have no addiction issues, and be actively seeking a job. People can stay for three to six months, with an average stay of four and a half months, according to Mr Loaëc. They are only allowed in the companies at night and on weekends.

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YOUR MONTANA CAREER

  • “After the Quiet” UM Western, Women’s Resource Center seek anonymous survivor stories for production

    Organizers say the performance will feature original monologues inspired by survivors’ experiences after leaving abusive relationships, with a focus on healing, resilience and personal growth. Survivors are encouraged to submit an original anonymous monologue centered on a single meaningful moment from their journey, with selected stories potentially included in the production.

  • Montana Career Opportunity – Program Manager, Mansfield Center – University of Montana

    The Mansfield Center invites applications for a Program Manager to join their team. The Program Manager is a multi-faceted role at the Mansfield Center, ensuring that international programs run smoothly, with high impact for international participants as well as the many U.S. stakeholders involved in the programs. This position works on a variety of international exchange programs providing direct support to participants as well as serving as a liaison between U.S. partners, community members, and UM colleagues. The Program Manager is an integral member of the Mansfield Center team who contributes to a quality work environment. The primary focus of…

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Montana’s 21st Century Education Initiative – “You Should Care…”



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