MT10 Meet the Team

Karen Dove

Director of Montana 10 Scholarship & Student Success Program

I’m Karen Dove, the Director of the Montana 10 Scholarship and Student Success Program, and I’m incredibly excited to work with this program at Montana State University and the amazing Montana 10 scholars the program supports. Enabling Montanans to be able to pursue and achieve their educational goals is something I care deeply about, and I’m inspired by the passion, resilience, and determination of Montana 10 scholars at MSU. I’m proud to be part of a program that helps break down barriers and opens doors to opportunity for Montana’s future leaders.

Schedule an appointment with Karen: https://montana.campus.eab.com/pal/SU7nJX-4NB

Missy Grinnell

Assistant Director

Missy is a proud two-time MSU alum, who bleeds blue and gold. She helps scholars find purpose, build connection, and feel a true sense of belonging. Drawing from her background as a certified coach, ordained pastor, and nationally certified interpreter for the Deaf, she shows up with heart, curiosity, and a people-first mindset. Outside of community-building, she’s hiking the Bridgers on weekends or greeting the day atop the M in the early mornings.

Schedule an appointment with Missy: https://montana.campus.eab.com/pal/NuyFQI27vj

Holly Bowman

Peer Leader

Holly is a transfer student from Columbia Basin College, located in Tri-Cities Washington. She is pursuing an Electrical Engineering degree and hopeful to graduate with her bachelor's within the next two and a half years. She enjoys being active, seeing as she invested eight years as a national level roller skater, and in her down time, she can be found reading her latest favorite book or enjoying the great outdoors. Holly loves to connect with others and offer a helping hand wherever she is needed. 

Schedule an appointment with Holly: https://montana.campus.eab.com/pal/qZjCDDaV58

Luke Davidson

Peer Leader

Luke Davidson is a Junior at Montana State University pursuing a double major in Chemical and Biological Engineering. Originally from Kalama, Washington, Luke currently serves as an RA (Resident Advisor) on campus and a Montana 10 peer leader, where he enjoys building community and supporting students in their transition to college life. Outside of school, Luke enjoys working out, yoga, and pet sitting a variety of animals including kangaroos.

Schedule an appointment with Luke: https://montana.campus.eab.com/pal/plTWRPeSUM

Nora Frame

Peer Leader

Nora is a 2nd year Montana10 scholar, majoring in nursing. She graduated high school in Missoula and loves calling Montana home. In her free time, Nora loves spending  time outside, hiking, running, and biking. She is excited to connect with our amazing MT10 community this year!

Schedule an appointment with Nora:
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Bri Robinson

Peer Leader

Bri is a sophomore pursuing a degree in Psychology. She is from Billings, MT, where she has lived her whole life. In her free time, she enjoys leading a Bible study, going on adventures with her friends, and attending her cousin's soccer games.

Schedule an appointment with Bri:
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Lilli Holden

Peer Leader

Hi I’m Lilli and I was born and raised in Missoula Montana. I am currently studying Equine Sciences at Montana State University to become a performance vet. I have always had a love for animals, the outdoors, and staying active. Outside of school, I enjoy spending time with friends and family, traveling, and trying new things. I value hard work, meaningful connections, and making the most of every opportunity that comes my way.

Gordan Stewart

Peer Leader

I am a second-year scholar Pre-nursing major. I am in Veteran club, and I love doing outdoor activities.

Schedule an appointment with Gordon:
https://montana.campus.eab.com/pal/lvVYTrD1tI

Michaela Shannon

Peer Leader

Competitive powerlifter, swimmer, and dog lover!!

Schedule an appointment with Micaela:
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