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Established in 1919, the Montana Bureau of Mines and Geology conducts research and assists in the development of mineral and water resources. It is a nonregulatory agency that provides extensive advisory, technical and informational services on geologic, mineral, energy and water resources. The Bureau is also involved in the study of environmental impacts to land and water caused by past practices in hard-rock mining. The Montana Bureau of Mines and Geology is comprised of more than 55 full-time research professionals and technical and clerical members. It maintains a laboratory that conducts analytical method development and sample analysis in support of research. The bureau also operates earthquake studies, environmental assessment and geology and minerals offices. The Montana Bureau of Mines and Geology is located in Butte, Mont.

The Institute for Educational Opportunities at Montana Technological University is a consortium of programs dedicated to providing K-12 and college students with the necessary tools and support to succeed in higher education. They offer individualized and personal services, including academic guidance, mentoring support, transfer information, and career preparedness. Their programs, such as TRIO Student Support Services, TRIO Upward Bound, TRIO Upward Bound Math Science, TRIO Talent Search, AmeriCorps, and the American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES), aim to increase college retention and graduation rates, support first-generation students, encourage excellence in math and science, provide academic and career counseling, and enhance post-secondary participation and completion for all Montanans.Generated from the website