DayOne 2025

For 125 years, Montana Technological University has been more than classrooms and labs—it has been a community. Student clubs and organizations have always been at the heart of that community, offering Orediggers opportunities to explore passions, develop leadership, build friendships, and create lifelong memories.

Montana Tech’s rich community of student clubs reflects the diverse interests of our students, ranging from academic and professional societies to philanthropic causes, athletics, music, drama, cultural affiliations, hobbies, and more. 

Below you will find a sampling of Montana Tech clubs and a brief look at their missions. If you are interested in giving to one, some, or all of our student lubs, please select Student Clubs from the right drop-down when you make your gift, and your chosen club or clubs from the left drop-down option.

Thank you for investing in our students, our traditions, and the next 125 years of Montana Tech.

During DayOne, all gifts to any student club will be matched 1:1 up to $5,000, thanks to alumni Nick '92 and Kari '94 Olds. 

The Montana Technological University student chapter of The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) provides civil engineering students not only the resources they need to excel academically, but also instills the characteristics and provides the opportunities that they will need to excel professionally. We aim to develop well rounded civil engineers to send off into the work force. 

The main purposes of the Montana Tech Student Section of the American Society of Safety Professionals are to provide students with opportunities to explore the field of OSH/IH, learn about professional societies, and socialize. Another plus for student members is they are eligible for scholarships from the ASSE Foundation. 

The Association of General Contractors of Montana Tech participates in a regional/national construction competition in February each year.  The club represents Montana Tech very well through excellent performance, job placement, and representing the integrity of our school.  The club will have expenses this year for the competition (whether virtual or in person) and for club activities to continue education and exposure with the construction industry.

Gifts made to Association of General Contractors of Montana Tech during DayOne will be matched 1:1 up to $1,000, thanks to Sonya and Scott '82 & '11 Rosenthal.

The Montana Tech Band provides a wonderful creative outlet for Montana Tech students and additionally adds to the overall atmosphere and excitement at our home athletic contests.  

The Montana Tech Business Guild Club (BGC) is a multi-disciplinary club where students collaborate to produce outcome driven solutions for various clients. The BGC works in a diverse and rich environment to create valuable learning and experiential opportunities for its members and community. Members engage with a variety of stakeholders to help grow and enhance their professional networks.

C.R.A.B.S. Rugby promotes leadership, community involvement, and athleticism through the continuation of rugby at Montana Tech. As our team continues to grow its membership base, we are becoming more competitive and successful. Funds raised for C.R.A.B.S. Rugby will be used to purchase safety and practice equipment, help with travel and tournament fees, and assist the team in its mission to spread rugby to the community through public rugby clinics and youth development sessions. 

The Montana Tech Cybersecurity Club participates in the Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition, also known as the CCDC. This competition pits industry professionals from Cisco, Amazon, SpaceX, Palo Alto, and even the NSA, as hackers, against student teams defending a business's computers and networks. The high intensity even takes place over two full days every spring. Last year, Montana Tech's team placed third in the at-large region. This year, we aim to implement better practices and purchase newer equipment for our practice environment.

The Montana Tech Digger Hockey Club are a non-Varsity member of the American Collegiate Hockey Association (ACHA), Division 2.  As members of the Mountain West Collegiate Hockey League (MWCHL), they compete against teams located in Utah (Utah State, Weber State, University of Utah, Utah Valley University), Idaho (Boise State, Idaho State University), and Montana (Montana State University, University of Montana, Providence University).

Digger Hockey gives students the opportunity to continue playing high-level collegiate hockey, without the rigorous athletic demands of NCAA or NAIA programs.  T

During DayOne, thanks to a generous match from Jack and Leah McCarthy all gifts to Digger Hockey will be matched 1:1 up to $1,500. 

Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) is the world’s largest technical professional organization dedicated to advancing technology for the benefit of humanity. The Montana Tech IEEE Student Club offers our students programs, activities, and professional networking opportunities that build critical skills outside of the classroom. A gift to the Montana Tech IEEE Student Club supports our students and gives them a better understanding of the real-world applications of the electrical engineering education they are receiving at Montana Tech.

The Montana Tech Chapter of International Society of Explosives Engineers, ISEE promote career development and encourage explosives engineering instruction in appropriate education curricula. To promote the professional development, competence, and qualifications of explosives engineers, practitioners and those entering the field. To promote standardization of terminology, methods and regulations in explosives engineering.

Gifts made to Montana Tech Chapter of International Society of Explosives Engineers during DayOne will be matched 1:1 up to $2,000 thanks to an anonymous donor as well as Sonya and Scott '82 & '11 Rosenthal.

Montana Tech Mine Rescue is a student run organization that aims to give members the skills and experience of being on a mine rescue team. The club focuses on preparing for collegiate and professional mine rescue competitions where teams get to respond to scenarios and hone their rescue skill set, as well as network with members of the industry. Members are taught hands-on first aid skills in addition to the care and maintenance of specialized mine rescue equipment. The knowledge that team members gain is valuable for the rest of their careers, even outside of mine rescue.

Montana Tech Mining Team competes in the International Collegiate Mining competitions which began in 1978, since then, the competitions have been dedicated to all miners who are lost on the job and your Montana Tech Mining Team has represented our state in all 39 annual events - with the exception of 2020 and 2021 when the competition was cancelled. All gifts to the Montana Tech Mining Team will be used to support multiple Montana Tech teams attending the competition now and for years to come.

Gifts made to Montana Tech Mining Team by current of former Minig Team members during DayOne will be matched 1:1 up to $5,000 thanks to Ray '82 '83 and Joyce Sheldon. 

The Montana Tech Pride Club is a vibrant and inclusive community that welcomes individuals from all walks of life, regardless of their expression. Our mission is to create a safe, supportive, and empowering space for queer students and their allies on campus. We aim to foster a sense of belonging and promote awareness about issues people in this community face. 

The Montana Tech NASA Robotic Mining Club (NRMC) is a multi-disciplinary club, where the students work together to design and build a robot to compete at the NASA Robotic Mining competition at Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The competition consists of a robot being either autonomously or remotely operated to move, dig, and dump as much of the simulated Martian surface from one end of the arena to the other in the allotted time. Approximately 30 students participate in the Montana Tech NRMC and 10 students make the trip in May to Florida. Students include everyone from Freshman through graduate school.

 Orediggers Overseas Help our students experience life-changing opportunities in Taiwan, where they’ll explore culture, language, and global perspectives while representing Montana Tech abroad. Donate today and support our students' future by giving them the opportunity for this once-in-a-lifetime experience. Every gift, big or small, helps open doors to the world.

The Montana Tech SAE Baja Club is raising funds for entry fees, materials, and transportation to compete in the SAE Baja Collegiate Design Competition. Montana Tech has been competing in the SAE Baja Collegiate Design Competition for over 9 years with a dedication to improving each year.

Anderson-Carlisle Technical Society at Montana Tech - Student Chapter SME members have the opportunity to meet Alumni, industry contacts, attend technical sessions, and often find internships and permanent jobs. While times are uncertain as far as travel, the students are committed to being prepared for this year and future years and are truly appreciative of your support. 

Montana Tech Student Nurses Association promotes health and wellness in our community. Our mission is to mentor students, preparing to convey the standards, ethics, and skills to be leaders of nursing.

Montana Tech SPE provides an opportunity to network with peers and local industry professionals, leading to potential career-advancing connections and skill. Montana Tech SPE members take an engaged role in civic life by being involved in our campus and community and annually host the John "Jocko" Evans SPE Symposium.

The Montana Technological University student chapter of the Society of Women in Engineering (SWE) empowers all students to reach their full potential in careers as engineers, leaders, and other STEM fields. Our vision is to create a world with gender parity and equality in engineering and technology.

The Montana Tech Women in Mining student chapter is a professional group dedicated to engaging with all other students interested in the mining industry. We frequently host technical sessions with industry professionals that reflect the WiM mindset, participate alongside community groups in volunteer activities throughout the year, and organize educational and enjoyable field trips for students in all disciplines. The funds earned through DayOne engagement will help with all of the above activities and our annual WIM National Conference 2026 in Tuscon, AZ

Gifts made to Women in Mining during DayOne will be matched 1:1 up to $500, thanks to anonymous donors. 

If you are interested in supporting one, some, or all of our Montana Tech clubs please select Student Clubs from the right drop down when making your gift, and then select your chosen club or clubs from the left drop-down option. 

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