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Tours

1. Self-Guided UM Tour

   Welcome to your Self-Guided Tour of the University of Montana!

   Stops

   1. Gilkey Building - Office of Admissions

      Start your tour at the Gilkey Building, home to the Undergraduate Admissions Office. Grab a Future Griz parking spot and begin your self-guided tour by following the numbered stops. If you visit during office hours (8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday), stop into Gilkey to get your admissions questions answered. Visiting after hours or on a holiday? Visit the Undergraduate Admissions website for information.

   2. Gallagher Business Building

      Home to Montana's #1 ranked business school, UM's College of Business is a student-first environment, offering spaces and resources for collaboration, innovation and career readiness. Explore student lounges, computer labs, cyber classrooms and the professional soundstage just outside the building. These facilities and award-winning faculty and staff have led to more than 94% of COB alumni working or in grad school within six months of graduation. 

   3. Knowles Residence Hall

      UM residence halls provide safe, convenient and affordable housing options. Singles, double rooms, three-person pods and four-person suites are available, with each hall including a study lounge, free laundry facilities and resident assistants who coordinate weekly events. 

      First-year students live on campus in one of 10 residence halls. Residents can choose a roommate or complete a questionnaire to be matched with someone who shares their preferences. Living Learning Communities bring together students with common interests and educational pathways. Visit the UM Housing website for virtual room tours and the most up-to-date information.

   4. The Grand Grizzly

      Get your camera out and pose for a picture with the Grand Grizzly statue at the heart of campus. Created by famed UM Professor Rudy Autio and installed in 1969, this symbolic statue represents the courageous spirit of our student body and stands at the entrance to what makes our campus grand: University Hall, The Oval, and Mount Sentinel (including the “M” Trail). Look beneath your feet at the engraved bricks and see the members of our community who have left their mark at UM.  

   5. The Lodge Dining Center

      Stop by The Lodge Dining Center and peruse the seven micro-restaurants, two outdoor dining decks and the massive fireplace. The Lodge is open to students, staff, faculty and community members alike, and hours vary between semesters, summer and winter break. Stop in and enjoy a meal while touring campus.  

      Students living in an on-campus residence hall are required to purchase a residential dining plan. Two plans are available: the Maroon 7-Day Plan and the Silver 5-Day Plan. Both provide entries throughout the day during operating hours and include five guest swipes and Dining Dollars for added flexibility.  

   6. The Payne Family Native American Center

      The Payne Family Native American Center is home to the Native American Studies program and our American Indian Student Services. Designed to reflect Montana’s tribal heritage and natural landscape, The Payne Family Native American Center is a central campus gathering space featuring a Land and Culture Laboratory, Stargazing Room and Planetarium and Ethnobotany Gardens. The building holds LEED Platinum certification and was constructed to the highest sustainability standards. 

   7. The Oval

      The Oval is at the center of student life on campus. Enjoy the Adirondack chairs, hammock stands, Wi-Fi, and in the winter, enjoy ice domes and propane fire pits. It’s also home to hundreds of community events, including the BEAR Fair during new student orientation, WelcomeFeast, movie nights, concerts and pep rallies. During the warmer months, you’ll find plenty of students lounging, socializing and enjoying the magnificent views of our big backyard. 

   8. Maureen and Mike Mansfield Library

      The Mansfield Library is Montana’s premier research library, holding more than 1,000,000 items. But it is so much more than a place to study. This five-story building offers students several resources, including tutoring, printing, production studios, computer labs, technology and equipment lending, study rooms and classrooms. The Mansfield Library is also home to the headquarters for the Franke Global Leadership Initiative.  

   9. The University Center

      The University Center is UM’s student union, and a great place to fuel up on food, hang with friends, or simply enjoy the three-story atrium with plants and gardens reaching to the ceiling - plus a koi pond! The UC is home to The Market for fresh eats and a coffee bar, as well as a Food Court featuring fast-casual dining options. Check out the Gaming Den and Esports Arena, the UM MakerSpace, and the Go Griz Store, UM’s bookstore. 

   10. Memorial Row

       You’re now standing on Memorial Row! The 32 Ponderosa Pines, Montana’s state tree, were planted in honor of UM students and faculty who gave their lives in World War I. Today, UM is a #1-ranked Military-Friendly university, serving military-affiliated students through the Military and Veteran Services Office. Glance north toward the river and the Rattlesnake Mountains, home to Snowbowl, Missoula’s local ski hill. Memorial Row also lends access to UM’s tennis, pickleball and basketball courts. 

   11. Adams Center and Hall of Champions

       The Adams Center, including Dahlberg Arena, is a western Montana hub for large-scale arena events, such as concerts, pow-wows, conferences, and sporting events like Griz and Lady Griz basketball. It’s also home to UM’s Hall of Champions, proudly showcasing and giving lasting recognition to esteemed Grizzly student-athletes, coaches and teams that embody the Grizzly spirit of sportsmanship and determination. 

   12. Campus Recreation

       Stop inside and check out Campus Rec and the Fitness and Recreation Center, featuring full-sized basketball courts, a volleyball court, cardio and functional fitness areas, an indoor running track and group fitness classrooms. It’s a popular spot for students, staff and faculty, with memberships available to UM alumni and spouses.   

       The Fitness and Recreation Center is also home to a three-story rock-climbing wall and bouldering cave, and our expansive Outdoor Program. Ever wanted to go snowshoeing? Backpacking? Mountain biking? UM’s Outdoor Program has the gear to get you outdoors no matter the season, including guided trips, classes and events, such as the Freshman Wilderness Experience. Visit the Campus Rec website for the latest offerings and list of gear rentals.  

   13. Washington-Grizzly Stadium

       Montana! Grizzlies! There’s nothing like cheering on the home team. And when you’re in Montana, the UM Grizzlies are the team to root for. Washington-Grizzly Stadium, home to Griz Football, transforms into a sea of maroon on gamedays when screaming fans fill over 25,000 seats. Outside of gamedays, Washington-Grizzly Stadium hosts major concerts and fun community events. Discover all Washington-Grizzly Stadium events on the GrizTix website.  

       Tour Tip: Want a bird's-eye view of Washington-Grizzly Stadium? Hike up the nearby “M” Trail for an elevated view of the “Mecca of FCS Football.” 

   14. Curry Health Center

       Curry Health Center provides quality, affordable and accessible health care for UM students. Our medical, counseling and dental departments promote a healthy campus by partnering with students and offering affordable services. Curry Health Center is also home to an on-campus pharmacy, counseling services, and wellness office, which offers free and low-cost wellness resources.