Freshman Students in an "M" formation on the football field

 

Engagement Events are an important part of MSU Debut. This series of events equips you for a successful transition to Montana State University, empowers you to contribute to the Bobcat community, and fosters inclusion, integrity, and belonging.

 

Welcome New and Returning Bobcats!

Saturday, August 17: Outdoor Movie Night 

  • Jake Jabs Lawn, 7PM-9PM
    • Enjoy a late summer evening and a classic movie in the beautiful central MSU Campus. Shrek!

Sunday, August 18: Food Truck Rodeo 

  • Romney Oval, 6PM-8PM
    • Join us for a night of amazing local food trucks, games and activities, and live music. Students and their families are welcome to join. Students eat free and cash sales are available.

Tuesday, August 20: M Photo - Convocation - First Meal

  • Bobcat Stadium, M Photo
    •  All new students are invited to join and be part of the iconic tradition! Be remembered as part of your class as you assemble into M formation for our yearly photograph.
  • Brick Breeden Fieldhouse, Convocation
  • Romney Oval, First Meal
    • We are rolling out the welcome carpet at the end of a packed day. Be served amazing food by staff and faculty and enjoy a summer night with your new MSU community.

Wednesday, August 21: First Day Welcome Tents, Presidents Ice Cream Social

  • First Day Welcome Tents
    • Our academic faculty leaders will be happy to meet with new students at several centrally located resource hubs on campus.
  • Presidents Ice Cream Social
    • Ice cream on the President, and a photo opp with Champ and President Cruzado. Stop by Malone Centennial Mall for a quick treat between classes.

Friday, August 23: Catapalooza, MSU Debut Concert

  • Catapalooza, 10AM-3PM
    • Hundreds of Student Organizations, Campus Offices, and Community Businesses take over central campus for a one-of-a-kind experience. Find your community and make MSU your home.
  • MSU Debut Concert, 7PM-9PM
    • MSU is happy to host Hunny the band at an amazing outdoor concert specifically for students. Some great local music opens and food trucks onsite!

Saturday, August 24: MSU Debut Service Saturday

  • Various Service Projects Across Bozeman, All Day
    • Be part of a passionate and impactful service community at MSU. The Office of Student Engagement will coordinate several diverse projects for you to choose from. 

Sunday, August 25: Rock'n the M

  • Bridger Foothills Trail Head, 9AM-1PM
    • The college M visible from campus and over 100 years old has been maintained by MSU students throughout its life. Give the M a fresh paint job for the start of a new year!

Wednesday, August 28: Bobcat Treasure Hunt

  • Start in front of the Library or at Spirit the Bobcat
    • Grab a friend and join in the Bobcat Treasure Hunt to discover a trove of MSU treasures, earn awesome prizes, and enter a raffle that includes a $500 scholarship! Start your adventure by picking up a map in front of the Library or at Spirit (in front of Rendezvous).

Thursday, August 29: Student Resource Fair

  • Central Malone Mall 10:30AM-2PM
    • MSU Student Success is proud to ofer this amazing resource for students as the begin journey at Montana State University. Offices from across campus will be available to help students in a variety of ways - from wellness to paying for college. 

Thursday, August 29: MSU Debut Game Night

  • Hyalite Hall
    • Join the amazing University Sutdent Housing community and Rooks Games for a great night of board game exploration. 

Friday, August 30: Intramural Sports Night

  • Lambert Turf Field 6PM-9PM
    • An awesome introduction to the amazing facilities and resources provided through intramurals and rec sports.