Northern and Beyond

Montana State University Northern

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Welcome to Northern and Beyond, a podcast focused on life before, during and after Montana State University Northern. We talk with thriving students, alumni, faculty and staff. We dive into the exciting degrees offered right here in beautiful Havre Montana like Integrated Health Sciences, Civil Engineering and Business management and entrepreneurship.

06/09/2022

Episode 8: When To Take a Gap Year(s) Before Attending MSU Northern

Today we interviewed Levi Keltner, a student at MSU Northern that didn’t take the traditional route! We hear about his first attempt at college: what went wrong, what did he learn? We learn about how athletics helped him discover his passion for physical education. In this episode, you’ll learn: How taking time away from school can sometimes be absolutely the right decision. How to transfer to MSU Northern: Spoiler Alert: it’s really easy. How to take advantage of Western Undergraduate Exchange programs to decrease the cost of tuition! For any questions contact admissions: (406) 265-3700 Contents of the podcast 00:00 - Intro 01:30 - Take Your Time To Find Your Passions 07:42 - Being A Non-Traditional Student 11:07 - Campus Involvement Links: MSU NorthernMSU Northern Campus Visit
06/02/2022

Episode 7: Building On Your Dream One Business Class at a Time

Today we interviewed Jesse Keltner, a business management major who decided to hone his skills in hospitality while also playing college Basketball. We talk about how to juggle the two and what it takes in time management and discipline. Key Takeaways Include: How some people find their passion, specifically in this case: the hospitality industry. What’s all involved in the business program at MSU Northern How Jesse acclimated to life in a new place away from his hometown in Washington. For any questions contact admissions: (406) 265-3700 Contents of the podcast 00:00 - Intro 01:10 - The Business Management Program 05:34 - Advice For Out-of-State Students Links: MSU NorthernMSU Northern Campus VisitMSU Northern Business Administration
05/26/2022

Episode 6: From Washington to the Hi-Line: The Story of Two Brothers Taking a Non-Traditional Path to Havre.

Today we chat with Levi and Jesse Keltner: brothers from Northwest Washington that traveled to Havre on very different paths. We talk about how they landed on their majors, what brought them to Havre and what their experiences was like coming from out of state to the Montana Hi-Line! Key Takeaways Include: How to decide if college is right for you. How the college recruitment process can work, specifically with athletics. How the close-knit community of MSU Northern provided both of them with the help and support throughout their college education. For any questions contact admissions: (406) 265-3700 Contents of the podcast: 00:00 - Intro 04:47 - Athletics At MSU Northern 06:17 - The Transition Process 10:48 - The P.E. Program 13:23 - How Havre Has Helped Shaped Their Lives 22:10 - On Campus Activities Links: MSU NorthernMSU Northern Campus Visit
05/19/2022

Episode 5: 3D Printing and How It Impacts Growth, Creativity and Problem Solving

On today’s podcast we talk with Professor Aaron Riggin and Professor Emilee Luke, two faculty members here at MSU Northern teaching problem solving, engineering, software troubleshooting and perseverance: and all of this using 3d printing technology. You’re going to love this conversation. It shows the truly personalized and differentiated instruction students experience here. Key Takeaways Include: How 3d printing applies to both the industrial technologies and the creative arts. Why failing is a good thing, encouraged and necessary. How students set themselves up for a competitive advantage through their learnings in battling and succeeding with 3d printing projects. For any questions contact admissions: (406) 265-3700 Contents of podcast 00:00 - Intro 02:53 - Lets Talk About 3D Printing 06:19 - Trial And Error 15:45 - The Design Process 21:01 - The Advantage Of A Small Class 27:52 - Lets Talk About The Town Of Havre 35:01 - Advice From The Professors Links: MSU NorthernMSU Northern Design DraftingMSU Northern Campus Visit
05/12/2022

Episode 4: How One Student Found Their Calling at MSU Northern’s Nursing Program

Today we talked with nursing program expert …. And student, Kassidy Compton. We not only talk about the importance of nurses in the united states healthcare system, but also about the importance of nurses (and the increasing demand) right here on the hi-line of Montana. Many towns look to MSU Northern as a pipeline for their talented and skilled healthcare workforce. Key Takeaways Include: The different clinical hours, hands on experience, and opportunities that Havre’s nursing program provides What you need to prepare for and study before going into the nursing program. How the curriculum combined with the on-campus activities and organizations equal the perfect size and fit for a lot of students. For any questions contact admissions: (406) 265-3700 Contents of the podcast 00:00 - Intro 01:58 - Nursing at MSU Northern 03:51 - Competitiveness of the Nursing Program 06:00 - Life After Graduation 07:03 - Why Havre 13:27 - The Sub 14:47 - Community Based Links: MSU NorthernMSU Northern Nursing ProgramMSU Northern Campus Visit
05/05/2022

Episode 3: Civil Engineering Alum Shares Her MSU Northern Success Story

Today we talk with Faith Hill. Fatih grew up in Miles City Montana and ventured to MSU Northern after graduation to pursue a degree in civil engineering. Hear how attending college in Havre was the perfect fit. We talk with Faith about her campus life involvement and then shift gears to her work after graduation in Civil Engineering. We know you’ll love this episode, specifically if you’re looking for a smaller-town feel in your college experience. Key takeaways from this episode include: What’s all involved in a civil engineering degree? How to take advantage of the campus life here at MSU Northern! What does it take to graduate without a lot of student debt and purchase a home? For anyone Interested in MSU northern Civil Engineering, head to msun.edu or give our admission’s office a call! Details in the show notes. Now let’s get into the episode! For any questions contact admissions: (406) 265-3700 Contents of the podcast 00:00 - Intro 02:35 - Civil Engineering 04:13 - Small Town Charm 06:02 - Havre is a Homerun 08:07 - What Does a Civil Engineer Do? 09:43 - Debt Free? 12:28 - What to do on Campus 15:35 - Advice Links: MSU NorthernMSU Northern Civil EngineeringMSU Northern Campus Visit
04/28/2022

Episode 2: From California to Havre: Health Science on Montana’s Hi-Line. How to Get Started.

In today’s episode we talk with Gave Benevidez. . Listen to the incredible journey he had getting to MSU Northern, what it was like transferring to a new place, and where his path in the Integrated Health Sciences at MSU Northern leads. The Integrated Health Sciences program prepares students for a career as a health care professional capable of implementing the disease preventing wellness programs sought after by today's health care delivery system. Certainly a marketable skill set for a world post pandemic! Key Takeaways Include: When to stop playing the sport you love to focus on academics. What exactly does a degree in Integrated Health Sciences entail? Why Havre might not be right for everyone, but for the right person, it’s perfect. Of course, if you have questions about any of the topics discussed today, reach out to our admission’s office! We can even put you in direct contact with Gabe to answer your questions! For any questions contact admissions: (406) 265-3700 Contents of the podcast 00:00 - Intro 02:31 - What Did the College Search Look Like 08:13 - Game Time Decisions 11:15 - Integrated Health Sciences 14:59 - The Journey to Havre 17:25 - Life After Havre 25:00 - Advice Links: MSU NorthernMSU Northern Integrated Health SciencesMSU Northern Campus Visit
04/21/2022

1: Plumb Luck: How to Find Your Calling in Trades

On today’s episode we talk with Thomas Kline about all things Industrial Technologies: specifically the plumbing tech program. It’s a fascinating journey that starts right here in Havre and ends with one of the highest demanded skills (and least talked about until now!) out there. After listening to this episode, you can expect to learn: How to get started in the plumbing profession. What it takes to problem solve in the industrial technologies programs. And finally, you’ll learn what to do if you have zero experience in plumbing, but your interest is peaked! Spoiler alert, anyone is welcome to join the program :) For any questions contact admissions: (406) 265-3700 Contents of the podcast 00:00 - Intro 3:04 - Why Plumbing Might be Right For You 7:35 - Best Path for Plumbing Tech 13:01 - What to Expect In a Plumbing Career 17:26 - The Sub (Best Place on Campus) 18:12 - Taking Pride in Your Work 20:21 - Let’s Talk About Havre Links: MSU NorthernMSU Northern PlumbingMSU Northern Campus Visit

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Welcome to Northern and Beyond, a podcast focused on life before, during and after Montana State University Northern. We talk with thriving students, alumni, faculty and staff. We dive into the exciting degrees offered right here in beautiful Havre Montana like Integrated Health Sciences, Civil Engineering and Business management and entrepreneurship.

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