August 2026 News

Bank of Commerce Performing Arts Series 2026-2027

MONTANA WESTERN ANNOUNCES 2026-2027 BANK OF COMMERCE PERFORMING ARTS SERIES

AUGUST 17, 2026

The Fine Arts Department of the University of ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø is pleased to announce the 2026-2027 Performing Arts Series, sponsored by the Bank of Commerce. This year’s season features a dynamic Mainstage lineup beginning with UMW’s Drama Club’s Sunday Night Improv performances in August, featuring music and skits from the Virginia City Players, along with a Youth Season starting October 23.

2026 Bulldog Athletics Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Set for September 19

2026 BULLDOG ATHLETICS HALL OF FAME INDUCTION CEREMONY SET FOR SEPTEMBER 19

AUGUST 13, 2026

ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Athletics, in collaboration with the UMW Foundation and Alumni Office, is excited to announce the 2026 Bulldog Athletics Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, honoring A.J. Wilson, Ben Snipes, Brandon Brown, Josh Shrum, Kevin Engellant, Glen Johnson, and the 2001–02 and 2002–03 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Women’s Basketball Teams. The inductees will be recognized during the Bulldog Athletics Hall of Fame Brunch on Saturday, September 19, in the Lewis & Clark Room as part of Alumni Weekend.

Dilan Starkel

MONTANA WESTERN ALUMNUS DR. DILAN STARKEL TO SPEAK AT LEGACY PLAZA CELEBRATION

AUGUST 11, 2026

ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø is pleased to welcome alumnus Dr. Dilan Starkel as the guest speaker for the 2026 Legacy Plaza Celebration, held in conjunction with Convocation on Thursday, August 13. The annual celebration welcomes ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø's newest students while recognizing the beginning of their journey as Bulldogs.