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Program Schedule 2008-2009
**Programs subject to change. Sessions will begin at noon on the first day and conclude at noon on the final day, unless otherwise noted. |
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Session 1:
Big Sky
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September 10-12, 2008
Class of 2008 Orientation and Retreat
The Journey Begins!
Montana history and holding our state in trust; introduction to the power of "Gracious Space." |
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Session 2:
Miles City
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October 9-11, 2008
Opportunities in Eastern Montana:
Special opportunities and challenges facing Montana East of the Mountains, including agriculture and energy |
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Session 3:
Missoula
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November 19-20, 2008
Strategies for Change in Education:
How does the University System responded to changing workforce needs and the looming demographic shift?
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Session 4:
Great Falls
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January 15-17, 2009
Montana's Role in National Defense:
The role of Malmstrom Air Force Base in Montana and the security of our nation; Understanding and celebrating Native American culture.
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Session 5:
Butte
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February 19-21, 2009
Butte's Historical Importance to Montana:
Butte's history is Montana's history; an exploration of the diversity of Butte and Montana's economy.
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Session 8:
Helena
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March 26-28, 2009
The State Legislature in Session:
What's topping the agenda for our "Citizen Legislature?"
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Session 7:
Billings
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May 6-8, 2009
Health Care, Graduation:
The health care industry and its importance to our state. Innovation and the future of the Montana health care industry.
Participants will share their personal mission and their vision for Montana, celebrating the journey they have been on in the past year and their future leadership roles. |
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Application |
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The Participant Application Form is available for download on the Leadership Montana home page. A $25.00 non-refundable application fee must accompany the application. Applications must be received at the Leadership Montana office by March 31, 2008. |
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Selection |
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The selection of approximately 40-participants will be based upon the evaluation of the Leadership Montana Selection Committee. Participants will be chosen on the information in the Application Form and the desire to assemble a diverse group from across Montana. |
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Tuition |
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$2,500 tuition includes all program costs, books and materials, including meals during the program sessions. Transportation to and from the host city, lodging and incidentals are not included. A deposit of $1,000 is due 30-days after acceptance or by July 1, 2008. The balance is due by the first session. |
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“The Leadership Montana Tuition Assistance Fund” |
For those applicants requiring financial assistance, the Leadership Montana Tuition Assistance Fund offers full or partial financial support based on need and the availability of funds. Funding is limited. Financial support is offered at the sole discretion of the Selection Committee.
Other organizations or businesses may offer scholarships or financial assistance. The availability of such financial assistance will not affect the selection process.
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Contact |
Leadership Montana
c/o Montana State University-Billings, Downtown Campus
208 N. Broadway, Suite 424
PO Box 1373
Billings, Montana 59103
Phone: 406-896-5877
Fax: 406-896-4986
Email: leaders@leadershipmontana.org
Website: www.leadershipmontana.org
Leadership Montana, Inc. is a 501c3 not-for-profit organization, and is sponsored by many organizations and businesses across Montana. See our “Leadership Team"
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