Newsletter Highlights
University News
Taste of Montana, February 10, 2020
Taste of Montana was originally started in 2008 by former Board member, Ed Matteucci to help raise dollars to prepare students for living and making a living.
2019 Annual Alumni Phonathon
This year's Phonathon kicked off on October 28 and wraps up on November 21. All donations made during the 2019 annual Phonathon will provide more UP students an opportunity to gain a college degree with the assistance of a student scholarship. So far we have raised $20,743 thanks to those who generously donated already!

A special thank you to our community supporters that donated meals to our students during the Phonathon: Albertsons, Fuddruckers, Montana Sub Shop, Penny's Gourmet to go, and Taco Johns.
15 Argos Named Academic All Conference
The Cascade Collegiate Conference (CCC) announced that 15 student-athletes from the University of Providence have been named to the U.S. Bank Academic All-CCC team.
Eight student-athletes on the men's soccer team and seven on the women's soccer team received the honors. To earn recognition as a CCC scholar-athlete, a student must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2 and be at least a sophomore.
Alumni Spotlight
Alumna Spotlight, Madalen Sugrue
Madalen Sugrue graduated from the College of Great Falls in 1954 with a bachelor of arts in Education. She then went on to receive a Master of Arts in Education from the University of Montana, and a Professional Diploma in Special Education from Teachers College/Columbia University, New York.

Madalen started her teaching career in 1957 in the Anaconda School District. She taught 2 nd and 3 rd grade for seven years and Special Education for 60 years. After an astonishing 67-year career, Madalen retired in August 2017. She has worked with cognitively delayed, learning disabled, and physically disabled students. In addition, she served as teacher/director of Special Education from 1964 through 1977 and as acting Principal.

Madalen’s personal philosophy in education is to provide the most appropriate individualized education plans and services to all students including special needs students through a total school team approach which encourages joint venture and collaborative effort.
She has been deeply involvement with the University of Providence through establishing a Special Education Resource Library, taught summer classes at the University of Great Falls, and served as a member of the UGF Education Advisory Council.
Giving Back to Your University
Upcoming Events
November 11- November 21 - Annual Alumni Phonathon 5-9 p.m. Students will wrap up the last two weeks of Phonathon making calls to our alumni to talk about exciting things happening on campus, hear from you about your experience and accomplishments, and raise money for student scholarships.

December 4- Carols by Candlelight 4 p.m. Join the campus community in the University Center welcome area for a lighting of the Christmas tree and carols to start the Christmas season.

February 10, 2020 - Taste of Montana in the new University Center at 6-8 p.m. Come enjoy a special dining experience to support UP. All proceeds will go towards student scholarships.

SAVE THE DATE! October 2-4, 2020 - Homecoming.

Mass is offered at 6:30 p.m. on Sundays.

Visit  http://upargos.com for the schedule of sporting events.
Did You Know?
Director of Business Office, Amber Herigon
I am the Director of Student Accounts and have been with the University of Providence for 13 years. In my role, I am responsible for collecting all student account balances. Student account balances are made of tuition, fees, and room and board plans. Once a studen t’s financial aid pays to their account, many of times there is a remaining out of pocket expense that the student is responsible for. The student accounts office helps students figure out the best solution to pay their expenses. We offer payment plans, along with giving them options of other loans they can apply for to help offset those expenses. I also oversee the cashiers office that takes in all cash for the entire campus. It is my responsibility to make sure that we stay within compliance of all cash and credit card transactions that occur across campus. 
 
I am also a proud alumna of the University of Providence which I feel gives me a better connection with our students. When asked why I like to work here, my answer always remains consistent, “I love the relationships I have created and continue to create with students”. I had the honor of hiring one of our alumni for one of our open student services positions this last year. What a great feeling it is to see a young adult become a crucial part of our work environment. The vibe on campus keeps me young at heart.
Argo Community
Argo Alumni Pass
If you haven't already gotten your Argo Alumni Pass, get yours today and support our Argos!

·   Alumni Event Pass: No charge- ID card allows an individual alum general admission into regular season home UP games only at the McLaughlin Center and Great Falls Ice Plex for $5.00 and 50% off entry into Theatre performances.
 
·    Alumni Season Pass: Purchase an Argo athletic season pass for 50% off the current general admission season pass price. This pass will allow an individual alum entry into all Argo athletic sporting events held in the McLaughlin Center and the Great Falls Ice Plex, and 50% off Theatre performances. *Special athletic events do not apply.
 
·    Alumni Lifetime Pass: Cost is $100, if 65 years or over. If requested, a driver’s license must be presented for validation. A lifetime pass allows the purchaser - one alum - entry into all events held in the McLaughlin Center and Theatre performances for the individual’s lifetime .
 
·   10% off UP gear purchased at the Argo Gear Shoppe located in the McLaughlin Center. Alumni (Event, Season, Lifetime) Pass must be present at time of sale.
 
Argo Alumni passes (listed above) are good for general admission only during regular season sporting and theatre events held on campus. Post season conference games and National championship games are not included .

To purchase a pass, contact Katelyn at 406.791.5290 or [email protected] .
Handcrafted UP Pottery Bowls
Purchase a beautifully handcrafted pottery bowl created by our very own alumnae and staff member, Gracie Wright. The ceramic bowls are glazed and stamped with the UP logo on the bottom of each bowl.

Each bowl will be unique and will be offered for a $20 donation. If you need your bowl mailed to you, there will be an additional cost to cover shipping. All donations will go toward the installment of our new donor wall in the UPUC which will be designed to celebrate those who have given so benevolently to the university over the years.

We will also accept donations of any amount to benefit the new UPUC donor wall.
 
We only have 20 bowls left, so get your bowl today by contacting Nano McCluskey at 406.791.5310 or [email protected].
 University of Providence Advancement Office