​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.