​By Macy Ricketts​

Note: The opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Montana Tech or the University of Montana.

When I look back on the last four years as a student at Montana Tech, I can’t believe how different my life looks than what I imagined as a freshman. In the past four years, I’ve been on 38 flights, to seven major U.S. cities, and to four different countries. And here’s the catch—I haven’t paid a dime for travel. As a freshman, I never imagined that I’d get do to something I love—scientific research and travel—and get paid to do it. ​

Locals and visitors alike celebrate Saint Patrick's Day in one of the most Irish cities in America

By Stephanie Brewster

​Butte, with nearly a quarter of its residents of Irish descent and the “Most Irish City in the United States”, according to Afar Magazine, celebrated its Irish heritage loud and proud on St. Patrick’s Day, March 17th. Many came together to enjoy Butte’s festivities as St. Patrick’s Day landed on a Friday for the first time in 11 years. It was anticipated by John McKee from Headframe Spirits that the celebration would bring 100,000 spectators and participants on that fine Friday. No one was disappointed as people flooded Butte’s streets to enjoy the festivities.

By Stephanie Brewster

​Do you have a musical talent, a knack for stand-up comedy, or a party trick that could put the “fun” back in “superfund”? 

​5 things to do around Butte, Montana when it's less than pleasant outside

By Emmy Keenan

​​Some days it feels like there only so many ways to entertain yourself in the wake of a classic Montana snowstorm. The temptation to romp in a foot of fresh powder seems much less novel and exciting as the winter season drags on. We’re often filled with dread at thought of shoveling snow, chipping ice, or running late because we didn’t give ourselves enough time to scrape our cars. However, there are still many fun and inexpensive ways to enjoy the area during its colder season. Butte’s recent hosting of SnoFlinga, Montana’s festival celebrating winter, both reminded me and introduced me to many of these seasonal activities worth taking a study break for.

#DeleteUber trending after Trump refugee ban, federal judge temporarily overturns order

By Macy Ricketts

​NEW YORK - Last Saturday night, in light of newly-inaugurated President Donald Trump’s immigration order at John F. Kennedy Airport, the ride service Uber angered the New York Taxi Workers Alliance (NWTWA) by turning off its “surge” function with service to JFK. The NWTWA had recently announced a strike between 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. in order to protest President Trump’s sweeping executive order to suspend entry of all refugees to the United States for 120 days, and to prohibit entry for Syrian refugees indefinitely. The ban also placed a 90-day suspension on immigration for citizens of Iran, Iraq, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, and Yemen. 

Molly O'Neill, Riley Trindle

As Americans, every four years we choose a presidential candidate to be the face of our nation. This year is no exception— the daunting task approaches with November’s election looming overhead. If we haven’t already, it’s time we educate ourselves in a rushed attempt to make a wise decision, or what we would like to believe. ​