The Retort

News and Campus Life

• Local Organization Making a Difference Around the World

  The organization was founded by Jesse Murphy and Abram Hagstrom to provide funding for microfinance institutions.

• Honors Reflections and Research Presentations

  The Research Presentations were designed to give students the opportunity to present research they had conducted on campus and in the community to members of the MSUB administration, faculty, staff, and student body, as well as the public.

• Meet, Greet, & Eat

  The event began at 6pm in the Lewis and Clark Room of the Student Union Building, designed to give students networking experience and opportunities as well as “dining etiquette for the new professional.”

• Student Leaders on Campus

  Student leaders gathered for a night of friends, fun, and food on Friday, October 21st for the Student Leadership Dinner.

• Up ‘Til Dawn, MSUB’s Newest Campus Organization

  Up ‘Til Dawn, the NEWEST MSUB campus organization, is a student led, student-run program that raises awareness and funds for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

• WHAT’S COOL AT THE U: Re-entry Efforts Get Nearly $600,000 in Federal Grants

  An effort by Montana State University Billings to train and mentor women in the prison system to better prepare them for re-entry into society recently received two major federal grants worth nearly $600,000.

• Dr. Pagano Tells of His Ambitions

  Dr. Pagano opened the discussion to the dozen students in attendance, welcoming them to explain what they believed to be the strengths and the weaknesses of the College of Education, and academics on campus in general.

• Honors Update

  The Honors Club provided playing cards, Apples to Apples, Cranium, Trivial Pursuit and many other games for the event with the help of Housing and Residential Life.

• Chancellor Groseth’s Inauguration

  Dr. Klippenstein did not perform an interpretive dance at the reception luncheon.

• Billings Supports National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

  In Billings, Dillards Salon has decided to sell pink hair extensions for ten dollars. The profits from these sales will be donated to “City of Hope.”

• WHAT’S COOL AT THE U: Students Use Academic Strengths as Tutors to Help Peers

  For many of the students getting help through the Academic Support Centers at MSU Billings, the tutors are peers

• Letter From the Editor

  If you’re looking for something to do this month, check out the corn mazes in and around Billings.

• Billings Remembers September 11

  As the bell tolled across the country for the 2,977 people who lost their lives, Billings also recognized that fateful day ten years ago.

• An Interview with the Chancellor

  Dr. Rolf Groseth was recently inaugurated as the second Chancellor of Montana State University Billings. The inauguration was held in Petro theatre on the morning of September 20.

• Letter from the Editor

  As the new editor of The Retort I would just like to say that I hope I can fill the shoes of our former editor, Bailey Martin, who did such a stand up job with EVERYTHING prior to graduating.

• MSU Billings Extends Registration Deadline for Firefighting Students

  The extension applies to students directly involved in firefighting as well as those providing support services for fire crews.

• ASMSUB: A Voice for the Students

  I would also like to take this opportunity to share with the MSUB community a little about what ASMSUB is all about. ASMSUB is your student body government as well as a voice for the concerns of the student body.

• Executive in Residence and STIHL President Visits Montana State Billings

  STIHL products will never be found in a “big box” store

• Local Comedians Take the Stage for the Arts

  All of the performers are from Billings, Montana, and the second comedian on stage was actually a current MSU Billings student, Nate Schara.

• Letter from the Editor

  This will be my last issue at The Retort.

• Student Leaders Awarded for Campus Service

  Traywick gave an inspirational talk to the crowd, encouraging them to figure out what it is that each of them do for the world, and to pursue it with passion.

• Ask the Sexperts

  Is pubic hair necessary?

• Education is Our New Buffalo

  the Inter-Tribal Indian club chose Ronald “Tres” Storey, a current MSUB student, and Bertha Bear Claw, an alumnus, as this year’s head man and head woman dancer.

• Housing Appreciation Dinner Boasts Valuable Prizes

  By the night of the Appreciation Dinner, about two hundred and fifty students had signed up to return to the dorms in the fall, and were considered eligible to win one of the prizes being given away at dinner.

• AIBL Takes First for National Business Plan

  AIBL is an all-inclusive business student group that strives to teach and create business professionals in the Native community.

• MSU Billings Relay Team Allows Students to Play a Role in the Fight Against Cancer

  Teams of people camp out at a local high school, park or fairground and take turns walking or running around a track or path.

• Are You Interested in Downloading Free Music?

  Parmly Billings Library announces a new online service that provides free and legal access to songs from Sony Music’s catalog of legendary artists.

• 8th Annual International Food Fair Provided Great Food Deals and Raised Money

  All food at the food fair was prepared and cooked by the international students on the MSUB campus.

• Seventh Annual “Stirring the Pot” Forum by and about Women Held at MSUB

  Turning the Tide: Women of Courage, Women of Change

• Solar Panels Now Partially Powering the Student Union Building

  “This project was a prime example of successful collaboration between students, faculty, and administration. Sustainability is a growing effort at Montana State University Billings, and this is a step in the right direction.”

• Spring Election Results Announced

  James Catlin and Sarah Jackson were elected as President and Vice President, respectfully

• L’Editor

  Some of you don’t realize it, but many MSUB students have been affected by this earthquake.

• Ask the Sexperts

  What is the definition of virginity these days?

• International Students Experience America

  Although sometimes it can be confusing to work in different cultures, they are learning many important things through their jobs.

• IRS Free File Makes Taxes Less Taxing for College Students

  most college students and first-time filers can use Free File from IRS to electronically prepare and e-file their federal tax return for free

• Raising Funds for St. Jude at MSUB

  Up ‘til Dawn. Up ‘til Dawn is a fundraising program for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

• Dr. Weiss is Much More Than a Teacher

  Though Dr. Weiss has only been teaching a short time, after leaving a 17-year long career in advertising in New York City after a “mid-life crisis,” he has made quite the impact on our community.

• MSU Billings Cheer and Dance Team Helps with Wedding Extravaganza

  “How could you say no to dressing up in beautiful dresses to raise money for a great charity?”

• MSU Billings’s College of Education marks flawless accreditation reviews

  Giddy with anticipation, professors, students and friends of the college gathered at the university Friday afternoon for the official announcement of its national and statewide accreditation — and its new dean.

• Career Fitness Fair Draws in a Big Crowd

  The event drew more than 50 employers from around the area, and was free to all attendants.

• Letter from the Editor

  Our copy editor, Jenn, recently lost her father, so this issue is for Jenn.

• The Importance of New Year’s Day in Japan

  Although some Asian countries celebrate New Year’s Day with the lunar calendar, Japanese people celebrate on it on January 1, like America.

• Education Foundation for Billings Public Schools will use donation from former senator to promote National History Day

  Burn’s passion for history education lay behind the decision

• Ask the Sexperts

  If you have a medical problem, please call 406-656-9980 for an appointment with Planned Parenthood of Montana and the Montana Men’s Clinic.

• College of Business Professor Picked to Guide University Focus

  Wheeling, an associate professor of accounting at the College of Business and an expert in agricultural accounting, has been appointed interim associate provost for MSU Billings. She will lead the effort to develop strategic plans for all five academic co

• 2011 'Chicks in Science' Features Billings Scientific Achievers

  The annual program — to be held Saturday, February 26 from 1-4 pm at Alterowitz Gym at the MSU Billings main campus — is organized by the university with community partners to showcase opportunities in math, science and technology to young girls.

• Many Scholarships Offered to Future Educators

  Certified and classified employees of Columbia Falls School District Six are now accepting applications for the annual Future Educators Scholarship.

• Siebert Named New General Manager at KEMC/Yellowstone Public Radio

  "Yellowstone Public Radio is one of the very most important public service elements of the One Montana State University," Groseth said.

• Great Opportunities at ‘After Hours’ Events

  For a mere $5 per person, students and Chamber members can enjoy an evening of networking and mingling in a relaxed environment, which is catered from a restaurant around town.

• Community Members Ring in Power of One Week

  It may have been pouring freezing rain, but the warmth of diversity filled the hearts of those crowded around the bell at Montana State University Billings Peaks to Plains Park the morning of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day to kick off the coming day’s even

• Funding Higher Education

  On January 17, twelve students traveled to Helena to testify in front of a House committee about the importance of funding higher education.

• Letter from the Editor

  I hope all of our readers enjoy this issue of The Retort, as always a lot of work and effort went into it. But, we love what we do at The Retort, so it is always worth it once we hold the finished copy in our hands.

• ‘Wall of Hate’ Project Shows How Words Keep People Down, Housing Staff Says

  Resident assistants at Montana State University Billings constructed a “Wall of Hate” in the Student Union Building on the afternoon of Tuesday, January 18.

• New Year’s Resolutions at MSUB

  Here are a few of MSU Billings staff and student New Year’s resolutions

• Girl Scout Cookie Program begins in January

  January ushers in a new year, and with it girls and young women throughout Montana and Wyoming brave the elements to knock on doors as part of the largest financial literacy program of the year for Girl Scouts.

• Community Asked to Share Ideas and Vision for a New Library Building

  All members of the Billings community are invited and encouraged to attend either of the two public input sessions which will be held on Tuesday, February 1, 2011 at 4:00 pm or 7:00 pm on the 3rd floor of Parmly Billings Library located at 510 N. Broadway

• Ask the Sexperts

  This information is not intended to constitute medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you have a medical problem, please call 406-656-9980 for an appointment with Planned Parenthood of Montana and the Montana Men’s Clinic.

• Jen Gross: a Nontraditional Student

  At MSUB, Jen ran All Lives with Liberty, a student group which promoted animal rights and the vegan life style at MSUB, for two years.

• Author Thomas Mullen Spoke About The Last Town on Earth

  The event was free and many students attended for class purposes, while others attended out of support and interest for his latest book, The Last Town on Earth, written about the 1918 flu epidemic.

• MSUB Tennis Center Sheds New Light

  The Montana State University Billings Tennis Center underwent a lighting upgrade a few weeks ago in an attempt to save energy and cost.

• COT Student on Missing Persons List

  TIMOTHY SCOTT ROUNDSTONE II

• Ryan Shore: Living the College Life

  Sports fan, solid student & another face on MSUB’s campus, Ryan Shore, like many other students, is living the college life.

• Ask the Sexperts

  MMC answers questions one and all.

• Johnna Beatty: Staying Involved at MSUB

  Johnna Beatty, senior at MSU Billings, has certainly lived a busy college life. Tennis, Student Activities Board (SAB) comedy chair, school, homework and jobs still don’t keep her from always having a smile on her face.

• Honoring Our Veterans

  Students, Faculty, Staff, Veterans, and Community Members Came Together to Build a Medicine Wheel

• Jackets Finish Brilliant Season with 2-0 Loss in NCAA Second Round

  In a hard fought battle, the Montana State Billings women’s soccer team concluded their historic 2010 season with a 2-0 loss to Number 9 Seattle Pacific Saturday, November 13, at Seattle Pacific’s Interbay Stadium.

• Letter from the Editor

  The Retort is sponsoring an event for the Global Write-a-thon called Every Voice because every voice should be heard. At the Retort, we firmly believe in letting every voice be heard.

• These are a Few of my Favorite Things (about Thanksgiving)

  Many people look forward to Thanksgiving for many different things, whether it is the food, football, parades, family or games. Here are a few of MSUB students’ favorite things about Thanksgiving.

• A Word from Your ASMSUB President

  As we enter the 2011 Montana Legislature, students will play a very important role. I am asking that each student, administrator, staff member, and faculty member at MSUB pledge to be engaged in this important legislative session. Student Government will

• The American Indian Outreach Office and Diversity Center

  The American Indian Outreach Office and Diversity Center (AIO) is committed to providing a welcoming campus environment for all students.

• Cell Phones Banned in Cars

  As of November 1, 2010, it is officially illegal to talk on your cell phone or text while cruising around the city of Billings, and not just in cars but bicycles and motorcycles as well.

• eBooks Added to Parmly Billings Library’s Online Services

  Parmly Billings Library is pleased to offer a new collection of 500 digital books for Billings and Yellowstone County cardholders.

• Groseth Named New Chancellor at MSU Billings

  Groseth was named chancellor after an extensive national search process that yielded more than 80 applicants and narrowed down by a search advisory committee of academic, alumni, administrative, student, business and community representatives.

• The Rook – MSUB’s Student Literary Publication

  The Rook is a student literature and arts publication group that annually publishes a select group of MSUB student and alumni works.

• MSU Billings hosted American Indian Heritage Day - Art, tipis, games, and dancing filled main campus for day or cultural awareness

  The unique cultures and philosophies of American Indians were celebrated in full on September 24 during 2010 American Indian Heritage Day at Montana State University Billings.

• Get Lost in the Corn Maze

  Get prepared to get lost out in the eight acres of ten-foot stalks.

• Letter from the Editor

  A lot of big things are happening at MSUB, Billings, and the world lately.

• 2010 Ballot Issues

  A list of Montana ballot initiatives

• Breast Cancer Awareness Month in Full Swing

  Breast Cancer Awareness Month is an annual international health campaign organized by major breast cancer charities every October to increase awareness of the disease and to raise funds for research of its cause, prevention and cure.

• EAC Solar System is Almost Up and Running

  The 8.1 kilowatt photo-voltaic system will provide power to the electrical grid that powers the main campus.

• Ask The Sexperts

  Birth control and Gardasil and crabs, oh my!

• Montana to Serve on Health Care Workforce Commission

  State Senator Kim Gillan has been appointed to be one of 15 experts and heath care professionals nationwide to serve on the National Health Care Workforce Commission.

• Two Candidates Remain in the Search for MSUB’s Chancellor

  The two finalists for the chancellor position are Dr. Rolf Groseth and Dr. Sally Johnstone.

• Secretary of State Speaks about the Importance of Voting

  Interim Chancellor, Dr. Rolf Groseth spoke for a moment and then he said, “Our most basic obligation as a citizen is to register to vote,” as he introduced Montana Secretary of State Linda McCulloch.

• Joining the Billings Jaycees is a Great Way to serve our Community

  The Billings Jaycees is the perfect opportunity for students and young adults to help serve Billings and make it a better community.

• Letter from the Editor

  It’s hard to believe that this issue is the first issue that some of the staff (Alex, Cory, Ellyn, Kim, and Patricia) have been part of the Retort for.

• Greenworld Partners Break Ground on State-of-the-Art Wind Turbine at COT: Project supports education, employment in renewable energy field

  A state-of-the-art vertical axis wind turbine will soon be the newest learning tool for faculty and students at the Montana State University Billings College of Technology.

• Mosque Opposition Damages America

  Many New Yorkers support the Islamic center if built elsewhere, the results will be seen by many as a healthy sign of balance and compromise.

• Ask the Sexperts

  Don't be shy. We won’t publish your names, but we will give you information to the questions you always wanted to ask and that you really need to know!

• Divisions Evident in a City United in Remembrance

  Looking toward a mosque opponent who was preaching, he said, "This is a virus. They want to break this nation, this unity, and this country."

• The Top 5 Places to Visit in Seoul

  Many historical sites live harmoniously within modern Seoul.

• The “Coming Home” Powwow Held at Alterowitz Gym For the first time in 15 years

  The theme of this year’s powwow was “Coming Home”

• Letter from the Editor

  As this may be my last letter from the editor (hopefully not), I wanted to say thanks.

• Bottled Water: Not Worth the Cost

  Consumers of bottled water may be surprised at how much money they are not saving for convenience and quality.

• Blast from the Past: Senator Kennedy Woos Students, Wants Soldiers From Lottery

  The following article was originally printed on October 28, 1966, in the Vol.20, No.7 issue of The Retort.

• 2010 Faculty Excellence Awards

  The 2010 Celebration of Faculty Excellence on March 11 presented the awards.

• Circle K

  Circle K International is the premier collegiate and university community service, leadership development, and friendship organization in the world.

• Students and Businesses Take Positive Approach in Career and Internship Discussions

  If there is any collective angst over jobs and internships among college students in Billings, they sure hid it well on Thursday.

• ASMSU Billings Student Legal Services

  please note that certain legal matters cannot be undertaken before the end of the semester and others will be restricted due to limited resources

• Multiple Sclerosis Walks

  During this spring and summer, there will be a MS Walk in six different cities across Montana.

• SAAC’s First-Ever Blood Drive a Success

  The first-ever SAAC Blood drive turned the SUB Ballroom into a mobile medical station

• Letter From the Editor

  Since many of you may not know what the Retort is supposed to be.

• One Step at a Time, MSU Billings Freshman Works to Make a Difference

  Passion for Issues in Poor Countries Shapes Student’s Commitment

• Helmet Laws: Infringement, or in Montana’s Best Interests?

  Montana is one of the 28 states that only require those under a certain age, usually 18, to wear a helmet

• Student United Way

  Student United Way is a student-led campus club that helps facilitate the volunteer needs of MSUB and the Billings community.

• The Oscars

  On Sunday March 7, 2010, the Kodak Theater in Hollywood will host the 82 annual Academy Awards ceremony.

• They Are the Titans

  Herman Boone, coach of the 1971 T.C. Williams Titans, spoke on January 21 in the Petro Theatre, after a showing of Remember the Titans

• Going Green and Saving Green

  Some things you can do that will reduce your carbon footprint as well as bulk up your bank account

• ‘Chicks in Science’

  Event aims to crack stereotypes on science/technology careers for girls

• Sigma Tau Delta

  Sigma Tau Delta (STD) is the international English honor society

• Simone Benzinger – Billings, Montana

  Music Education, English and Theology

• Mira Ehrenfried – Billings, Montana

  English, Biology, & Chemistry for Secondary School

• Katie Joy Wicker - Ludwigsburg, Germany

  Organizational Communication & Public Relations

• Holly Hudson - Lima, Peru

  History & Finance with a minor in Spanish

• Craig Lowman - Ludwigsburg, Germany

  History with a secondary teaching certificate

• Emily Harris - Kumamoto, Japan

  Psychology

• Annalena Schuldt - Billings, Montana

  Music Education, English, and Theology

• Danielle Stiff - Ludwigsburg, Germany

  Sociology & History

• Rory Jetmore - Changchun, China

  Major in Public Relations & Minor in International Studies

• A Lifetime’s Worth of New Experiences

  Notes about the international studies articles to follow.

• Results of Montana State University’s Latest Poll

  Many Montanans like the idea of healthcare reform that includes a public option, but aren’t necessarily sure if that change improve overall healthcare.

• Junior presents clarinet recital November 20

  Maggie Gregori, a clarinet student at Montana State University Billings, will present her junior recital on Friday, Nov. 20.

• Prison Reform

  Problems and cures for our prison system.

• Program Highlights on Yellowstone Public Radio

  Yellowstone Public Radio presents special programs commemorating the Thanksgiving holiday and National Native American Heritage Month.

• Western Heritage Center Receives TIIP Grant

  Hotel tax dollars invested in tourism-related facility improvements.

• Muhammad Executed

  A dramatic solution to sniping in the DC Beltway.

• L'Editor

  "As long as there is any fight left in me, I will defend this paper for you."

• Medicine Wheel Constructed to Honor American Indian Students

  The medicine wheel will be located on the lawn on the east side of the water fountain between the College of Education and the Liberal Arts building on the MSU Billings campus.

• Get REAL

  Get REAL encourages responsibility, education, and leadership on alcohol issues.

• Raising our Spirits: Tales and Tour of the Haunted Museum

  A rare opportunity this Halloween to join ghost busters and investigate paranormal activity at the Western Heritage Center.

• MSUB Enrollment reaches 5,000

  In case you were wondering why it's so difficult to find a parking spot on campus.

• Montana Court upholds Parents Rights for Homosexuals

  A Montana woman is granted visitation rights to two adopted children she cared for within the confines of a same-sex union.

• Career Services Employer Partnership

  Now in its second year, the Employer Partnership program at Career Services offers employers enhanced visibility on campus.

• Tech Jobs on the Rise

  Area employers are hunting down students with two year degrees.

• Walmart Makes Scholarship Donation at MSU Billings

  Walmart donates $30,000 in scholarships for renewable or “green” energy pursuits.

• Striking the Right Chords: Committed to Following his Passion

  MSUB student Jason Suchan's true-life story is still unfolding; the next stanza features the Billings Symphony Orchestra.

• American Police Force Done

  The American Police Force withdrew its request to operate a Montana prison.

• Letter From The Editor

  Steven speaks.

• Canada Versus Big Tobacco

  The city of Ottawa is moving closer to filing a lawsuit against tobacco corporations.

• A Night at the Tunies

  See the winners of Billings' local version of the Grammy's.

• Meet the Retort Staff

  Get the skinny on the fine folks who produce this newspaper.

• Letter From the Editor

  Our Editor-In-Chief is excited about the new semester, and a new issue of the Retort.

• An Unusual Order

  The United States Supreme Court issued an unusual order allowing death row inmate Troy Anthony Davis another day in court to prove he is innocent.

• Obama’s Speech to Schoolchildren

  President Barack Obama made a speech that has drawn a fair amount of unexpected criticism around the nation.