MSU Jake Jabs College of Business & Entrepreneurship

09/08/2026

Hi JABS, my name is Alma Martin. I am from Houston, Texas, and I am a sophomore here at MSU. I am an Honors student, and I am studying Accounting with a minor in Statistics!

I am a new member of the JABS Ambassador Team, as well as the Director of Marketing for the Accounting Club. Outside of JABS, I am also a member of the Chi Omega Sigma Beta chapter on campus, where I serve as the Director of Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging. I also serve as a student-athlete tutor, supporting students in both managerial accounting and statistics. Outside of campus involvement, I am also a part of the mentoring gifted students program with the local Bozeman schools!

My biggest advice for the start of school is to write all your assignments, homework, or whatever else is due for class in a planner or calendar! It helps me clear my brain and be able to actually get started on work! I would also recommend reaching out to the Bracken Center for help! The ambassadors, along with the coaches in the Bracken Center, would love to help you with homework and internships, and we also love to be a friendly face for all, so you can always come by and say hi!


Moving from Texas to Montana was a big change last year, and something that helped my homesickness when first coming to campus was joining student clubs and organizations! JABS has so many amazing organizations that will support you in all your endeavors! I also highly encourage going to the September 9th finance and accounting fair. It is a great opportunity for all grade levels and all majors. You have the opportunity to practice your elevator pitch, get to know employers, other JABS students, and maybe even secure an internship for the future; I would highly recommend!

09/04/2026

Another Master of Professional Accountancy program (MPAc) Professionalism Workshop to kickstart the fall semester! This event took place on Thursday and provided resources, information, and networking opportunities for our grad accounting students.

Students participated in discussions and learned from from a number of guest speakers…

Rick Reisig talked about “Investment in the Profession”, the Accounting Advisory Council shared insight into “Understanding the Profession of Accounting”, Toby with the Bracken Center shared fall job and internship information, and students learned about the Montana Society of CPAs and also heard from a Young Professionals Panel.

… and we couldn’t miss sharing Brendan’s outfit, complete with Bobcat tie. 💙💛

A big thank you to everyone who made this event a success!

08/31/2026

Hi y'all! I'm Sheridan Peña, a new member of the advising team in Jabs. I'm thrilled to join this lovely team and look forward to connecting with you all in the future!

The other members of the Jabs advising team and I are here to help you navigate your academic journey, and I wish to share a few helpful reminders for the beginning of the semester:

➔ The last day to add a course online is Tuesday, September 1

➔ The last day to add with approval from your advisor is Wednesday, September 9

➔ The last day to drop a course online is also September 9

➔The last day to drop without a "W" grade is Wednesday, September 16

If you have any questions (like what a W grade is), please don't hesitate to swing by the Jabs Advising office, located in 124 Jabs Hall. We’re currently offering drop-in advising only – in person or by phone – see our schedule and join the queue to talk to an advisor here: https://www.montana.edu/business/oss/advisingappt.html. We’ll open advising by appointment later this week.

A little about me: I grew up in the little town of Rudyard, nestled in north central Montana. I studied English at MSU, where I developed an interest in understanding how people think, connect, and create community.

When I’m not on campus, you’ll probably find me sipping a cup of coffee at a local café, working weekends at the Country Bookshelf, Latin dancing until the (not-so-wee) hours of the night, or exploring the stunning trails around Bozeman.

Best of luck with the start of your semester!

08/28/2026

Our Jabs students and staff are out at Catapalooza so be sure to stop by and learn more about all your amazing opportunities to join a student organization, connect with resources, or pursue an advanced business degree.

📍Accounting Club, 21
📍American Indigenous Business Leaders (AIBL), 65
📍American Marketing Association (AMA), 70
📍Hospitality Student Association, 38
📍Launchpad, 165
📍MS in Innovation & Management, 270
📍Women in Business Club, 28

08/26/2026

It’s the start of another amazing year… see you all tomorrow for the first day of classes, Bobcats!! 💙💛

The class of 2030, welcome to 🐾💛

08/24/2026

A huge welcome to our Orientation 4 students! We are so excited to have you on campus and a part of our Jabs community. Can’t believe classes start on Wednesday… Happy Start of School, Bobcats!

08/21/2026

Within the walls of Jabs Hall on MSU’s campus, scores of local business owners frequent networking nights held each semester to connect with employable students. Business classes equip students with the skills needed to succeed in professional employment.

And the career-oriented Bracken Center — which provides individualized support for students seeking employment — ensures Bobcats get their feet in the door.

Toby Blake, the Bracken Center’s director, has helped more than 300 students secure competitive summer internships since starting in the role in 2025. It’s a key goal of our college for students to have work experience before graduating, which helps them succeed at future employment, Blake said.

In the college, close to 70% of students complete a professional internship, both at national organizations and at local businesses creating value closer to campus. This summer, 70 students completed internships for credit to learn new skills and prepare for future careers, Blake said.

Three students who did internships this summer show the breadth of variety where students work, and also how pivotal MSU’s education and resources were in each experience.

John Kamby, a junior from Minneapolis majoring in business marketing and minoring in international business, did his summer internship at the real estate firm Engel & Völkers in Bozeman. He was aided by a connection to recent Jabs alum Jack Hays, who also interned there before graduating from the business college in May and landing a full-time marketing position.

Sarah Nell Harp, a senior from Fayetteville, Georgia, pursuing a dual degree in marketing and graphic design with a minor in international business, also used MSU’s professional network to find two summer internships. This summer she split her time between Alosant, a Bozeman-based technology company that creates unique apps for planned communities, and Headwaters Technology Hub, which focuses on supporting the optics and photonics ecosystem in Montana.

William Gram, a senior finance major and accounting minor from Bozeman, has spent the summer interning for a wealth management firm, Edward Jones. He has accepted a job offer there as a wealth adviser upon his graduation in May 2027.

Learn more about these students' experiences by reading the article below.

Located in Jabs Hall 110, the Bracken Center is open weekdays during the school year. MSU students can make an appointment online or simply walk in and ask for help.

70 students in MSU’s business college completed internships for credit this summer.

08/17/2026

Hi, everyone! My name is John Swanson, and I’m an MSU business student entering my sophomore year. I grew up in Littleton, Colorado, where sports and the outdoors have always been a big part of my life. I played baseball growing up, and outside of school I enjoy fishing, hiking, snowboarding, and spending time with friends and family.

Since coming to Montana State, I’ve tried to make the most of my time by meeting new people, challenging myself, and taking opportunities to learn outside of the classroom. I’ve become especially interested in program management and how different areas of a business come together to accomplish a common goal.

This summer, I had the opportunity to return home to Colorado and work as a Program Management Intern with Lockheed Martin Space. Being able to gain real-world experience in the aerospace industry while applying what I’ve learned at MSU was an incredible opportunity and gave me an even clearer idea of the direction I’d like to take my career.

Throughout the summer, I was able to:

• Help develop the annual Employee Engagement budget spend plan and coordinate with stakeholders across the organization.

• Plan and execute an Employee Engagement event across six Lockheed Martin sites in three states, giving me firsthand experience managing budgets, logistics, communication, and coordination across multiple locations.

• Apply AI prompt engineering to adapt a Variance Report (VAR) AI agent into a custom prompt designed to improve and streamline an existing process.

• Strengthened my program management and analytical skills through hands-on experience with Earned Value Management, advanced Excel, data analysis, and program tracking.

More than anything, this internship taught me the importance of being willing to ask questions, take initiative, and volunteer for opportunities even when they are outside of my comfort zone. I came into this summer wanting to learn what program management looked like in the real world, and I’m leaving with a much stronger understanding of the field and an even greater interest in pursuing it as a career.

One of the biggest reasons this experience meant so much to me was the people I had the opportunity to learn from. I especially want to thank my managers, Susan Denzer and Kyle Bradley, for being incredible mentors throughout my internship.

I’m excited to take everything I’ve learned back to Montana State University as I continue pursuing my degree in Business/Finance, and I look forward to continuing to build on this experience.

Thank you, Lockheed Martin, for an unforgettable summer. 🚀

08/12/2026

It’s a little too quiet around here.

The forum fireplace lounge? Empty.
The MAP Room? Empty.
Jabs Hall? Missing its favorite people.

We’re counting down the days until the halls are filled with high energy conversations, our student clubs, coffee & donut events, study sessions, new ideas and, of course, our Jabs students.

August 26 can’t come soon enough.

See you soon, Bobcats!

08/04/2026

Hi everybody! My name is Samantha Lee and I am entering my sophomore year here at MSU. I'm currently a double major, majoring in Business Marketing and Political Science. I'm from Renton, Washington but have been absolutely loving my time in Montana. Here at MSU I am involved in FSL (fraternity sorority life) as a member of Chi Omega.

This summer I had the opportunity to study abroad through the Jake Jabs College of Business and Entrepreneurship. I took a Business Communication course focused on global communication and international business practices. The course was four weeks long, with two of those weeks spent in Ireland.

One of the most valuable parts of the experience was visiting companies such as Cisco, IDA Ireland, and Innovate Solutions. Learning directly from industry professionals provided insight into how organizations communicate, collaborate, and innovate in a global marketplace.

I was also able to immerse myself in a new culture by talking to locals, taking an Irish cooking class, and participating in a traditional Irish dance class. These experiences proved to be just as valuable as those in the classroom and professional business settings, allowing me to develop a greater appreciation for Ireland's culture while strengthening my ability to connect with people from different backgrounds.

In addition to the academic and cultural experiences, studying abroad challenged me to step outside my comfort zone, become more adaptable, and approach unfamiliar situations with confidence. Whether collaborating with classmates, navigating a new country, or learning from business leaders, every experience contributed to both my personal and professional growth.

Beyond the classroom, this experience strengthened my understanding of cross-cultural communication and reinforced the importance of adaptability in today's interconnected business world. I'm grateful for the opportunity to learn from professionals, explore a new country, and gain perspectives that I'll carry forward in my academic and professional journey.