UM President Shinn gives first state-of-the-university address

By: Keila Szpaller

Outlets: Daily Montanan

Published: August 21, 2026

Words: 814

Last Updated: 1 month, 4 weeks ago

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In his first state-of-the-university address as president of the University of Montana, Jeremiah Shinn announced a major fundraising initiative to support students.

“Our goal is simple: If a talented Montana student wants to earn a degree from this university, they will have the resources,” Shinn said.

Shinn in his address Friday pointed to specific achievements from students and accomplishments for the Treasure State.

He spoke to an estimated 800 people, 400 at UM and another …

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