Rural College Students Face Limited Choices as Universities Cut Majors
November 26, 2024
Rural colleges cut numerous programs, limiting students’ choices. Many close due to financial challenges and low enrollment.
Rural colleges cut numerous programs, limiting students’ choices. Many close due to financial challenges and low enrollment.
Medicaid expansion is crucial for Democrats in the 2025 Montana Legislature, aiming to enhance the program further.
State lawmakers in Montana are considering election security proposals, including camera installations in county offices.
Iowa Sen. Joni Ernst proposes cutting government spending, targeting Pentagon inefficiencies and coin manufacturing.
President-elect Trump’s plan to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education faces complex logistics and bipartisan hurdles.
Trump invites Russell Vought to lead the White House budget office, aiming to dismantle the Deep State and restore fiscal order.
President-elect Trump will nominate Scott Bessent as Treasury Secretary. Bessent, a Wall Street veteran, faces a $36T debt.
<p>Road construction on Montana’s Beartooth Scenic Highway is raising concerns among conservation groups over fish habitat and increased dump truck traffic in Red Lodge. The highway, known for its steep 5,500-foot climb and beautiful mountain views, was severely damaged by <a target=”_blank” href=”https://montanafreepress.org/2022/06/14/yellowstone-river-basin-historic-flooding/”>historic flooding</a> in 2022, leading to ongoing repairs.
William Marcus, a Montana Public Radio legend and UM alum, will receive an honorary doctorate at UM’s fall commencement.
Sign up for the free Missoula This Week newsletter to stay informed on Missoula city government, school meetings, and more.
University of Montana seeks NSF grant for forest tech, potentially boosting state economy by $160M over a decade.
Republican Sen. Mike Rounds introduces a bill to abolish the U.S. Department of Education, shifting its roles elsewhere.
