$ 627,489 raised 1,042 gifts
Computer Science has raised $ 4,675 from 10 gifts!
Computer Science
Investing In Our Program and The Next Generation of Computing Professionals at Montana Tech


At Montana Tech, Computer Science is where creative ideas become practical solutions. Students learn to solve complex problems, build reliable software, protect digital systems, and create technology that serves people, organizations, and communities.

The department brings together bachelor’s programs in Computer Science, Software Engineering, and Cybersecurity and Network Technology, along with applied degree pathways in Web Development and Administration and Computer Networking and Security. Together, these programs prepare students for a wide range of careers in a field that continues to shape how we work, communicate, and live.

Small class sizes and close faculty interaction give students a supportive environment in which to develop strong technical and professional skills. Through coding challenges, cyber defense competitions, capstone projects, and other applied experiences, students turn classroom knowledge into practical accomplishments that prepare them for internships and careers.

Gifts to the Computer Science Department Fund provide flexible support to best serve students and strengthen the program. These gifts can help fund recruitment scholarships, reduce financial barriers for students, support experiential learning opportunities, and address the department’s greatest needs.

DayOne 2026 Matching Opportunity

Thanks to the generosity of alumni Nick ’92 and Kari ’94 Olds, all gifts to the Computer Science Department Fund will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $1,000.


We are grateful to the alumni, friends, and industry partners whose support continues to build momentum for Computer Science at Montana Tech. Every gift helps prepare students to design secure systems, create dependable software, and develop technologies that make a difference.

Make your DayOne gift and invest in the next generation of technology leaders. Give today. Share this project with classmates, colleagues, and friends. Post it on social, forward it by email, and help us rally the Oredigger network.

 


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Computer Science Department Match
Thank you to Nick '92 and Kari '94 Olds, who added an additional $1,000 in matching funds to the Computer Science Department during DayOne. This match opportunity has been met and awarded all available funds.
$1,000 MATCHED
Completed
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Student Donor Match
Thanks to Jack and Leah McCarthy, during DayOne Montana Tech student donors had their gift matched 1:1 from a match pool of $5,000. This matching opportunity has been met and awarded all available funds. Thank you for supporting your passion through DayOne, Montana Tech's giving event!
$5,000 MATCHED
Completed
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McCarthy Second Chance - First Time Donor Match
This match has been met and all available funds have been awarded. Thanks to Jack '73 and Leah McCarthy during DayOne first time donors had their gifts matched 1:1 from a match pool of $2,000. This matching opportunity has been met and awarded all available funds.
$2,000 MATCHED
Completed
$5,000
Faculty Staff Participation Match Challenge
$5,000 was unlocked with the participation of 50 Montana Tech faculty staff members. $100 will be applied to the project to which the original gift was made by the donor. This match opportunity has been met. Thank you to all of our Montana Tech faculty and staff for participating in DayOne 2026 and supporting the students and programs of Montana Tech!
50 / 50 Donors
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Leaderboard
Kolstad Departmental Leadership Challenge
During DayOne Departments competed head-to-head for a chance to earn extra money towards their department project by bringing in the most donors to their project. The top ten finishers split the pot valued at up to $20,000 thanks to Montana Tech alum Gary Kolstad '85. Congratulations to all of our departments that competed and thank you to all of our donors supporting your passion through Montana Tech's DayOne 2026 Giving Event.
Rank Prize Department Donors
1 $5,000 Digger Athletics 216
2 $3,750 Mining Engineering 205
3 $2,500 Geological Engineering 95
4 $2,000 Mechanical Engineering 66
5 $1,750 Safety, Health & Industrial Hygiene 60
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First Time Donor Match
This match has been met and all available funds have been awarded. Thanks to Jack '73 and Leah McCartrhy during DayOne first time donors had their gifts matched 1:1 from a match pool of $5,000. This matching opportunity has been met and awarded all available funds.
$5,000 MATCHED
Completed
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Jacob Simpson Memorial Math Annual Scholarship Match
Thanks to Jack '73 and Leah McCarthy, an additional $1,000 in matching funds were awarded to Jacob Simpson Memorial Math Annual Scholarship during DayOne. This matching opportunity has been met and awarded all available funds.
$1,000 MATCHED
Completed
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McCarthy Momentum Match
Thank you to Jack '73 and Leah McCarthy for driving the momentum and excitement during DayOne. An additional $3,000 has been added to DayOne projects, funds, and scholarships thanks to their generosity. This matching opportunity has been met and awarded all available funds.
$3,000 MATCHED
Completed
$4,000
Anderson Board Legacy Participation Challenge
Thank you to Sundra Anderson for adding an additional $25,000 to the Montana Tech Foundation Board Legacy Fund and the overall DayOne 2026 total!
800 / 800 Gifts
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Leaderboard
Montana Tech Industrial Advisory Board Challenge
The academic program that receives gifts from the greatest number of donors will earn an additional $2,000, thanks to a generous matching gift from Nick '92 and Kari '94 Olds. IAB members: When making your own gift, please make sure to mark IAB member as a Montana Tech affiliation.
Rank Prize Montana Tech Industrial Advisory Board Challenge Donors
1 $2,000 Mining Engineering 205
2 Geological Engineering 95
3 Mechanical Engineering 66
4 Safety, Health & Industrial Hygiene 60
5 Business 44
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Computer Sciences Donor Map
Rank State Gifts
1 MT 4
2 ID 1
2 NM 1
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