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November marks National Novel Writing Month, article by Kayla Solis
The National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) has commenced, but it’s not too late to get started. According to nanowrimo.org, “National Novel Writing Month is also a 501(c)(3) nonprofit (formerly known as the Office of Letters and Light) that believes your story matters.” NaNoWriMo happens every November of the year. It’s an “internet-based creative writing project [where participants][…]
Battlin’ Bears football continues to build momentum, article by Preston Davenport
The Battlin’ Bear football team is setting a new standard for itself this season under head coach Jason Petrino. Although they had to forfeit their first win of the season over Carroll College, due to an ineligible player reported in the game, they have not wavered and continue to build momentum as the season goes[…]
RMC’s 140th anniversary: History of Morledge-Kimball Hall, editorial by Megan Logan
As an institution that has been around for 140 years, Rocky Mountain College has a ton of history with the state of Montana and the local Billings community. A huge part of that history is embodied in the buildings of RMC’s campus, many of which were constructed in the early 1900s. One of the joys[…]
RMC’s leadership programs need more student involvement, editorial by Megan Logan
While the number of student-athletes at Rocky Mountain College has risen, there has been an unfortunate decrease in students participating in other campus leadership positions. As of late, Rocky has approximately 1100 students enrolled, and of those students, 38 percent are athletes, leaving only about 682 students free of sport commitments to participate in other[…]
RMC Outdoor Recreation Everest Challenge, feature by Kayla Solis
This fall Rocky Mountain College’s Outdoor Recreation program is introducing their first Everest Challenge throughout the month of November. The Outdoor Recreation program is for people who love the outdoors and are adventurous at heart. Their mission is to “provide recreational programs that challenge the individual and contribute to student wellness.” For the Everest Challenge,[…]
Spotlight on RMC Alumnus Jim Anderson, feature by Roman Jones
“Part of this education process is more than just the classes, it’s the living on the campus and the friends you’ll make for a lifetime,” said James David Anderson, a former Rocky Mountain College student and professor. Anderson, who often goes by Jim, graduated from RMC with a business degree in 1967. He sat down[…]
RMC’s President Wilmouth discusses rising tuition at the college, article by Kajlea Richards
Higher education often comes at a high price, and at a private school like Rocky Mountain College, tuition expenses are important. Rocky’s tuition has risen by four percent since last year. According to the RMC website, full-time tuition expenses are $27, 982 a year, this is excluding room and board, along with other fees, which[…]
RMC’s Black Tie Blue Jeans celebrates 31st anniversary, article by Jocelyn Anderson
Rocky Mountain College’s Black Tie Blue Jeans fundraising event celebrated it’s celebrated its 31st anniversary on Nov. 2. This event provides RMC with the opportunity to express gratitude to various donors of the college as well as raise money for student scholarships. Rocky prides itself on supplying quality education for all students. Although tuition at[…]
Spotlight on Young Americans for Freedom, editorial by Emily Kokot
I never knew that five weeks into my freshman year of college I would be flying to Santa Barbara, CA for a training seminar. I joined the group Young Americans for Freedom only five days after moving in, and am now the treasurer of the group. I have been working tirelessly alongside all of our[…]
RMC counselor will debut his first children’s book, article by Sue Lawrence
Career changes can occur at any age and stage in life, and one Rocky Mountain College senior illustrates that point full well. Thirty-nine-year-old Edward Tanzosh — often known as “Eddie” — is a nontraditional student who’s transitioned from Army veteran to Alaskan police officer to published children’s book illustrator. He will graduate in the spring[…]
Through the eyes of a Swedish student: sex education, column by Hanna Sundman
Sweden has a reputation of having a sexually open culture. For example, non-Swedes have asked me far too many times if I go to saunas with my parents while we’re all completely naked (by the way, the answer is no). America on the other hand, has a bit of a different reputation. Slut-shaming, sex education[…]
Rudy: romanticizing the pursuit of dreams, editorial by Preston Davenport
I once played for the football team. In 2012 I visited the campus and spoke to the coaches. They offered me a scholarship and I decided I wanted to be a Battlin’ Bear. I was ambitious with my athletic career at the time. I had only played football for three years in high school, but[…]
Some tips for combating Seasonal Affective Disorder, article by Megan Logan
While Autumn is arguably one of the most beautiful times of the year, especially at Rocky Mountain College, it is also a time where Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) becomes more common. SAD is a depression that specifically relates to change of seasons. For an individual, it happens at the same time each year- fall to[…]
Former student athlete discusses RMC’s impact on his life, article by Preston Davenport
The Summit wants to commemorate those who came before us, and see how their time at Rocky Mountain College has affected their lives since graduation. Ridge Fuentes is a Rocky Mountain College alumni and student-athlete who arrived at RMC in 2009 and graduated in 2013. Q: What did you primarily do/study in your time at[…]
RMC senior speaks up about sober living, article by Kajlea Richards
Senior Melodie Snyder is the Student Coordinator for StandUp RMC and is working diligently during the month of October to raise awareness on campus about the dangers of drug and alcohol abuse. Snyder spoke about her personal experiences and how substance abuse impacted her life. “I grew up with a mother and father who seemed[…]
Montana culture through the eyes of a Swedish student, column by Hanna Sundman
Rocky Mountain College was the only place I could go to for an exchange semester. I read up on the college just enough to see that it seemed good, and I didn’t look up anything about Billings or Montana. I knew I was going here no matter what I thought about it, so why bother?[…]
A recap on Rocky’s New Student Orientation, article by Megan Logan
Many people can say that they remember their first college experiences and we here at Rocky Mountain College try to make those experiences the best they can possibly be. The mission statement for the 2018 Freshmen Orientation was, “To assist students in making a positive transition to college life by preparing them for success in[…]
Rocky commits to student safety, article by Avery Frazier
Campus safety takes on many different meanings depending on the context in which it is presented. Take a moment to think about what campus safety means to you: is it confidence that your room and belongings are secure? Perhaps knowing that your vehicle is safe from theft on campus? Maybe it’s feeling safe around your[…]
Ryniker-Morrison gallery presents ‘A Showcase to Genius’, article by Kyla Fortner
“It’s more than just a mundane experience,” said Helen Tolliver, director of the Ryniker-Morrison gallery, while talking about constructing artwork. “It’s the work of the hands, the works of the soul,” she continued. While the nature of art is subjective, many would argue that true art possesses an immersive quality that captures the viewer’s interest[…]
How the Eaton family founded Rocky Mountain College, article by Roman Jones
The history of Rocky Mountain College is a tale of three schools, one fateful earthquake, and two brothers who wanted to educate the youth of Montana. In honor of RMC’s 140th anniversary, English professor Jacquee Dundas spoke about her grandfather, Lewis Eaton, his brother Ernest Eaton, and how their story is inexorably tied to Rocky’s.[…]