University of Montana receives $5.5M donation for new wetlands center

By: Keila Szpaller

Outlets: Daily Montanan

Published: June 18, 2026

Words: 503

Last Updated: 1 month ago

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A $5.5 million donation to the University of Montana will establish a new research operation, the James C. Kennedy Waterfowl and Wetlands Center, UM announced this week.

UM said the donation will strengthen its Wildlife Biology Program and secure the center’s place in the planned new home of the W.A. Franke College of Forestry and Conservation.

“The gift also further empowers the W.A. Franke College of Forestry and Conservation as an important educational and economic …

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