Nicole Brandt
Admission Counselor
Office: (406) 791-5234
Email: nbrandt01@ugf.edu
Transfer Students (last names L – Z), PH&S Nursing Students, Graduate Students, International Students, Flathead Valley Community College Students
You will face many defeats in your life, but never let yourself be defeated. - Maya Angelou
I appreciate the numerous sunny days in Great Falls. I enjoy venturing out to Ryan’s Dam Island Park a for a picnic, running on the River’s Edge Trail, and camping and hiking in the Little Belt Mountains in the summer. The Christmas Stroll downtown is my favorite downtown event and it is always nice to see such a vibrant event in the middle of winter.
The University of Great Falls has a very welcoming feel from the first moment you step onto campus. The people, faculty, students, and staff, are eager to greet new faces and share their experiences with you. I especially like the interactions and collaborations from differing groups on campus that you will not find anywhere else.
Irene Hinchey
Admission Counselor
Office: (406) 791-5205
Email: Ihinchey01@ugf.edu
New Undergraduates – western Montana (including Butte, Missoula, Hamilton, Polson, and Kalispell), eastern and southern Oregon, eastern Washington, Colorado, Hawaii, Alaska
“With courage, you can save lives, change the course of history, make a difference to millions – or just one soul.”
I really enjoy the opportunities for all the outdoor activities. Since I am from Texas, I am learning to snowboard and take advantage of other great opportunities Great Falls has to offer.
The students- they are hardworking individuals dedicated to serving others and welcoming everyone to UGF.
Toni Ivy
Admission Counselor
Office: (406) 791-5227
Email: tivy01@ugf.edu
New Undergraduates – eastern Montana (including Havre, Glasgow, Plentywood, Sidney, Glendive, Miles City, and Colstrip), any states not listed (including Wyoming, California, Nevada, Arizona, etc.), JAG Students, Transfer Students (last names A – K)
“Everybody laughs in the same language.” - Unknown Author
I love to run and bike on the River’s Edge Trail, hike in the Highwood Mountains, and kayak in the Missouri River. All of the random downtown events such as Alive @ 5, Taste of Montana, and The Wine and Food Festival are fun as well.
My favorite thing about the University of Great Falls is its history and its potential. I am proud to be the only university established by the Sisters of Providence. The feeling of being a part of a larger mission is rewarding and it’s exciting to be a part of all of the wonderful changes happening on campus.
Jaci Thayer
Campus Visit Coordinator and Operations Assistant
Office: (406) 791-5202
Email: jthayer01@ugf.edu
“Dance as if no one were watching, sing as if no one were listening, and live every day as if it were your last” - Irish proverb.
I love how Great Falls is family-oriented. Everywhere you go, you will be sure to see a smiling face and be greeted at the door. I grew up around Great Falls, so I know and love everything about it. It’s been my home away from home. A person can always find something to do here. There is never a dull moment in Great Falls. Some of the main attractions are: the various parks, museums, and the events, such as rodeos, Live at Five, and concerts that take place at the fair. Whatever you do, you can guarantee that you will always have a great time in Great Falls.
I recently graduated from the University of Great Falls. I loved the experience that I had as a student. I loved the campus as well as everyone on campus, including the faculty, professors, and the athletes. They were so welcoming and pleasant to work with. Everyone is so passionate about what they do here. The University of Great Falls strives to make students happy, while ensuring that they learn the core values of the University. The people that I met here were my family for the last four years, and some of the memories that I have made here will last a lifetime.
Naomi Winters
Admission Counselor
Office: (406) 791-5203
Email: nwinters01@ugf.edu
New Undergraduates - Central Montana (including Great Falls, Bozeman, Livingston, Lewistown, Cut Bank, Helena, Bozeman, Billings, Belt, etc.) Western Washington and Western Oregon
“It is better to light one candle than to curse the darkness.” - Chinese Proverb
Growing up in Great Falls I have always loved to take advantage of everything there is to do outdoors. I love that we are so close to the mountains and the river; camping, fishing, snowboarding, there is always something you can be doing outside any time of the year. The city itself has definitely changed and grown since I was a kid. We have new shopping centers, restaurants, and businesses but it still has that same community oriented feel.
I love how much school spirit the students have at UGF! I can walk into any area of campus and there are students everywhere; in the lounges, in the café’s, studying at the Grandma Rice Center, student events, they’re everywhere. It is a very fun environment to be a part of and to work in.