Campus and Community Resources

MSU CARE Program

*On Campus

The MSU CARE Program referral process through the Dean of Student's Office provides assistance to MSU campus community members who may facing extenuating circumstances. 

You may file a CARE referral for yourself or someone wihtin the MSU campus community. Reasons for referral include concern about general well-being, financial insecurity, housing insecurity, food insecurity, threat to self, threat to others or any other concern related to unusual behavior or well-being.

Bounty of the Briders Campus Food Pantry

*On Campus

The Bounty of the Bridgers Campus Food Pantry provides supplemental and emergency food assistance to students, faculty, staff, and family members at no cost.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

*Assistance On Campus

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as Food Stamps, provides those who are eligible with a debit card for food which can be used for food products at most grocery stores.

Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)

WIC offers healthy food, breastfeeding support, nutrition tips, and connection to community resources for parents and caregivers.

Gallatin Valley Food Bank

Gallatin Valley Food Bank provides free supplemental food assistance for those in need within Gallatin County.

Fork and Spoon

Fork and Spoon is a pay-what-you-can, if-you-can restaurant.

They are open for dinner Sunday -Thursday. 

Housing Marketplace

*On Campus

For help finding housing suitable to your needs, sign up for an Off-Campus Life Advising Meeting.

Transitional & Emergency Housing

The resources below are all within Gallatin County. 

HRDC’s Blueprint – Young Adult (16-24) Transitional Housing and Supportive Services

HRDC’s Emergency Shelter - HRDC’s Warming Center offers emergency shelter to anyone in need.

HRDC’s Drop-In Services – Access to showers/laundry/electronics charging from 7am-9am and 7pm-10pm daily.

Veteran Homeless Programs

Family Promise – Shelter, homelessness prevention, and stabilization programs for families

Meet With Us - Homelessness Navigation

 

Need support navigating these resources? Email ocsl@montana.edu with questions or set up a meeting with our Basic Needs Program Manager through our Meeting Scheduler. 

Campus Recreation

*On Campus

Campus Recreation includes the Marga Hosaeus Fitness Center, group exercise, personal fitness, and club sports.

Outdoor Recreation Program

*On Campus

The Outdoor Recreation Program uses the outdoors to engage with future leaders. It hosts trips, clinics, and courses as well as a climbing wall and rental shop.

Student Health Services

*On Campus

Student Health Services provides health services to students, regardless of insurance, if they have paid the student health fee. They can provide primary health care (including walk-in acute care, x-ray, clinical laboratory, and pharmacy services) and dental services as well as specialized services to students, including services related to nutrition, sexual health, drug/alcohol concerns.

Student Wellness

*On Campus

Student Wellness's Health Education & Promotion program promotes generalized well-being by educating on topics such as sexual health, physical activity, stress management, as well as the use of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

To reach the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, dial 988. This line is available 24/7.

Bozeman Help Center 

To reach the Bozmean Help Center, call (406)-586-3333. This line is available 24/7.

Counseling & Psychological Services

*On Campus

Counseling & Psychological Services (CPS) provides free and confidential counseling services to students who may be struggling with a range of concerns, from those who are in distress and struggling to those who wish to gain support and prevent concerns from developing into more serious problems.

Online Mental Health Screening Tool

Take an anonymous mental health screening today and recieve suggestions on next possible steps.

Welltrack App

Register for WellTrack App interactive self-help therapy.

Student Organizations 

*On Campus

Student organizations can be an amazing way to find community on campus with like-minded students. Use the search function to look for organizations tailored to your interests.

Office of Student Engagement

*On Campus

Office of Student Engagement (OSE) provides student engagement activities, programs, services, and events to engage students and provide community.

Women's Center

*On Campus

The Women's Center empowers women and is open to all students, staff, faculty, and community members of all genders. Staff at the Center answer questions and make referrals in areas such as academics, career choices, child care, counseling, crisis, employment, legal rights, scholarships, and more.

Diversity and Inclusion Student Commons

*On Campus

The Diversity and Inclusion Student Commons increases understanding, promotes inclusion, and inspires critical thinking about diversity, as well as provides support for those who identify with a wide range of diverse identity groups. 

American Indian/ Alaska Native Student Success Services

*On Campus

American Indian/Alaska Native Student Success Services offer advocacy and support, networking, academic advising, tutoring, counseling, referrals, emergency loans, and more to MSU American Indian/Alaska Native Students.

Veteran Services

*On Campus

Vetern Services and The Veteran Support Center are open to all veterans of the U.S. military, eligible dependents and members of the Selevted Reserve who recieve Department fo Veteran Affairs education memefits. They provide educational support, menoritng, reentry support, mental-health resources, and more.

MSU Child Development Center

*On Campus

The MSU Child Development Center offers year-round early education for Bozmean children ages 3-5 years old. 

*Note: Long waitlists - apply early.

ASMSU Day Care

*On Campus

The Louise Shunk Day Care / ASMSU Day Care provides child care and educational activities for preschoolers ages 2.5-6 years old. Open to children of MSU students, faculty, and staff. 

*Note: Long waitlists - apply early.

Child Care Connections

Child Care Connections provides assistance finding child care resources and referrals in Gallatin County and beyond.

Family Connections Montana

Family Connections Montana helps find child care to meet your needs. 

Care.com

Care.com helps families connect with carefivers by displaying local options. 

Thrive

Thrive provides local Gallatin Valley families with the resources, tools, and support they need to raise healthy, successful children. It provides mentoring, education, and support to children and families through signature programs designed right here in our community.

Campus Civil Rights

*On Campus

Campus Civil Rights provides information and support to anyone impacted by sexual assault, harassment, relationship violence, stalking and interpersonal violence. It also provides free walk-in counseling hours available to anyone impacted by interpersonal violence.

Allen Yarnell Center for Student Success

*On Campus

The Allen Yarnell Center for Student Success supports students through personalized advising, tutoring, and coaching in the areas of education, finances, and employment. 

Veteran Services

*On Campus

Vetern Services and The Veteran Support Center are open to all veterans of the U.S. military, eligible dependents and members of the Selevted Reserve who recieve Department fo Veteran Affairs education memefits. They provide educational support, menoritng, reentry support, mental-health resources, and more.

Office of Disability Services

*On Campus

The Office of Disability Services provides access to all college programs, services, activities and facilities for students with disabilities.

Office of Financial Education

*On Campus

The Office of Financial Education supports students through personalized advising, tutoring, and coaching in the areas of education, finances, and employment.