Living on Campus

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Living on campus is one of the most impactful parts of the college experience. And that’s definitely true at the University of Montana. More than a thousand students call the UM campus their home. Josh is one of those students. In fact, he’s a Resident Assistant in Knowles Hall. Here’s Josh to tell us how living on campus enriches the student experience at UM.

– Thanks for that warm welcome Alex. Growing up in Colorado, I had a huge family and school community to encourage me, and I was hesitant to move all the way up here to Montana. But when I visited the City of Missoula and the campus community really welcomed me, and I felt like I was home. I oversee the living learning communities for the Davidson Honors College in Knowles Hall as a resident assistant for RA. Let me in close proximity to so many new people can be intimidating, but with the help of our great RAs, we build community around every student. Being able to step out of your room and see a familiar face, or have a comforting conversation with your RA is what UM is all about. We can’t recreate home, but we will do everything we can to create a home for you. Living on campus puts you right in the middle of all campus activities, allowing you to really get out and explore all the UM has to offer. Here in the residence halls you were just steps away from sporting events, clubs, social activities, and cultural events. It’s easy to meet up with friends and hang out at The Oval or at the University Center, whether it’s grabbing a snack, attending events or going to club meetings. By living on campus I have developed hundreds of relationships with fellow Grizzlies and no matter your major, your hometown or your background, you will find your place here on the campus of University of Montana. And now back to you, Alex.

– Awesome, Josh, it’s really cool to hear how you were so warmly welcomed into the campus community at UM and how now you’re providing that kind of community for the next class of incoming students as an RA. Thanks for showing us around the residence halls, take care.