University of Montana president job draws high interest

By: Keila Szpaller

Outlets: Daily Montanan

Published: March 4, 2026

Words: 314

Last Updated: 6 days, 18 hours ago

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The search for a new University of Montana president has drawn more than 60 applicants, according to a spokesperson for the Office of the Commissioner of Higher Education.

“We do not have an exact count at this time, as several applications are still being completed and additional submissions are expected,” said spokesperson and Deputy Commissioner Galen Hollenbaugh in an email earlier this week.

In January, then-UM-President Seth Bodnar announced his resignation to pursue …

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