Academics Policies & Student Support
Outside of providing books and online materials, name one service the MSU Library offers. Coffee doesn't count :)
Rent equipment, private study rooms, research librarian expertise, events, etc.
What percentage of the MSU student body is comprised of resident (in-state) MT students? (within 5 percentage points)
49.26% as of Fall 2023
A student comes to you because they are locked out of their D2L account. Where do you send them?
The UIT Service Desk is located on the first floor of the Renne Library.
True or False: Not all MSU employees must complete mandatory reporter training
False - All MSU employees (faculty, all Graduate Teaching Assistants, Graduate Research Assistants, Administrators and staff members) are mandatory reporters who must complete the prevention training on a biennial basis.
True or False: All MSU staff and faculty must complete Indian Education for All training.
A student attends Orientation in June and registers for classes. Two weeks later, they panic and want to change their majors, what is the process?
Admissions!
What is MSU's student to faculty ratio?
18:1
What is one circumstance in which a student would need to use their CatCard ID (can't say athletic events!)
DAILY DOUBLE - Where is the Cat Card office located?
Swiping into dining halls and residence halls, CatCash, Champ Change, Student Printing ($7.50), Fitness Center, Etc.
Hedges Complex Room 31 (Below Miller Dining Hall)
True or False: Students must elect MSU insurance to utilize Student Health Partner services such as medical services, pharmacy, counseling, and more.
False!
Where is the Office of Disability Services located?
137 Romney Hall
What cumulative GPA (or below) places students on academic probation?
Good Standing - A student has a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher, or is a new student. Transfer students may be admitted below Good Standing.
Academic Probation - A student's cumulative GPA drops below 2.0. All students on Academic Probation remain in a probationary status until their cumulative GPA is above 2.0.
Academic Suspension - A student was placed on Academic Probation in the prior semester and their cumulative GPA was below 2.0.
What was the average cumulative high school GPA of incoming first-time students at MSU in Fall 2022? (Within 0.1)
3.54
As a faculty member, you look to reserve a room on campus for a group activity. How do you reserve a classroom?
Registrar Office - AdAstra
Name the app that was developed by the MSU Police Department to integrate all campus safety systems into one place.
Safe Cats App
As of Fall 2022, what percentage of the MSU student body identifies as Caucasian? (within 5% points)
93%
How many credits comprise a bachelors degree? AKA How many credits must a student complete to graduate?
120-128
What was MSU's fall student enrollment as of Fall 2023? (within 500)
16,978 - Largest in MSU's 130 year history!
All students must confirm their bill (pay fees) by the fee payment deadline. How many class days into the semester does a student have to confirm their bill before their classes are cancelled?
All students must take some kind of action to be confirmed by the 15th day of classes each semester to avoid possible cancellation of classes and an additional $40 late fee.
If you were concerned about the welfare of a student on campus (non-emergency), what program acts as an anonymous wellness tip line alerting the university?
CARE Program hosted through DOS
What is the name of the program on campus that works to deliver educational trainings and increase awareness of LGBTQ+ identity and allyship?
Safe Zone - Hosted between DISC and CPS and available to staff and faculty!
How many days into the semester can a student drop a course on their own (without advisor or instructor approval)?
DAILY DOUBLE - If you get the first Q correct, you can answer... How many days into the semester can a student add classes on their own (without instructor approval)?
Students can drop classes anytime afternoon Orientation until the 10th day of classes. Between the 11th – 15th day of class, students can drop a course with advisor approval.
Students can add classes using their registration pin from advisors anytime after Orientation until the 5th day of classes. Students can add classes with instructor approval between the 6th – 10th day of class.
What was MSU's retention rate as of Fall 2022? (within 5 percentage points)
75.2% - The goal outlined by the strategic plan is for MSU to reach 85%.
On weekdays, what are the hours in which the Streamline Bus Service runs?
Streamline features 5 weekday routes that service MSU, neighborhoods, businesses, and Bozeman landmarks and are available between 6:45am and 10:00pm.
Describe what the MSU Voice Center is?
DAILY DOUBLE - What is the office number?
The MSU VOICE Center provides free and confidential services and information for all people impacted by sexual assault, relationship violence, stalking, and harassment; including friends, family, and loved ones of survivors.
SUB 370
What is the chosen name request service?
The chosen name request service is the method by which members of the campus community can request to use a chosen name on campus.
A chosen name is a first, middle, and/or last name that is different from your legal name. A chosen name is one you wish to use during your employment or academic career at the University.