Agriculture Teaching Arena Complex SECURING THE HERITAGE OF OUR AGRICULTURAL PROGRAMS.
Agriculture Teaching Arena Complex REVITALIZING A PLACE BUILT TO LAST. MSU s Bob Miller Pavilion, built in the late 1960s, has served the College of Agriculture well for the last fifty years. However, with accelerating enrollment in the Department of Animal and Range Sciences, adequate and safe space for animals, students and teachers has become severely limited. As a top-ranked agriculture program nationally, MSU seeks to develop infrastructure that mirrors the growth and leadership of its livestock and equine programs. The proposed Agriculture Teaching Arena Complex is designed to expand capacity for teaching, research and outreach activities so that MSU can provide robust learning opportunities for students, youth and the public. INSTRUCTIONAL SPACE. MSU degree programs in animal science currently enroll 300+ students and include options for equine science, livestock management & industry and sustainable livestock production. Each of these curricula involve interactive instruction for classes in anatomy, physiology, reproductive management, exercise and nutrition as well as colt starting, equine behavior and horsemanship. STUDENT PROGRAMS. There is great demand in the Gallatin Valley for arena space to accommodate a wide range of youth development programming from 4H to FFA. Opportunities exist to provide space for other organizations as well, like the Heroes and Horses Program, which helps combat veterans make peace with their past. EQUINE, RIDING & RODEO. The Bobcat Rodeo team boasts nearly 60 studentathletes. These talented riders have won 8 college national team titles and many regional crowns for MSU. Their performances are directly related to time spent in an arena riding and practicing their events. Students involved in the Polo and Intercollegiate Horse Show Association clubs also require hours of arena time. RESEARCH LABS & ANIMAL TREATMENT. The design of the proposed Agricultural Teaching Arena Complex includes spaces for research labs, enclosed animal pens, areas for animal treatment, rehabilitation and quarantine when needed, as well as storage areas. GIVE TO EXPAND MSU S LIVESTOCK AND EQUINE PROGRAMMING IN A PLACE THAT WILL CONTINUE TO SERVE FOR GENERATIONS.
Main parking area for students and event spectators Small trailer parking area Elements of the new Agriculture Teaching Barn include: Heritage entry area Teaching and competition arena Rough stock bucking chutes Timed event chutes Large livestock pens Small livestock pens The Bob Miller Pavilion renovation includes: Expanded arena area Additional tack room space Enhanced safety and ventilation capabilities PHASE I Main partcipant parking area The master plan for the complex incorporates a phased plan for construction of separate facilities. With a focus on equine, rodeo and student club programs, Phase I of the project includes new construction of the Agriculture Teaching Arena, livestock and equine boarding facilities, renovation of Bob Miller Pavilion and expanded parking. The newly constructed and renovated areas in Phase I will increase capacity for growing enrollment in animal & range courses, expanding curricula in horsemanship and colt starting classes, fostering youth programs such as 4H & FFA and providing a permanent place for our MSU Rodeo Team to call home.
Naming opportunities. The Foundation offers an array of gift options designed to meet the financial and personal circumstances of donors. In addition, the Montana University System allows that property and programs of its campuses may be named after or dedicated in honor of a person or entity upon approval for a set period of time. In recognition of significant contributions toward the Agricultural Teaching Arena Complex, the following naming opportunities may be considered. AGRICULTURE TEACHING BARN $6.5 million The premier building of the Agriculture Teaching Arena Complex, will welcome a wide audience of students, faculty, community members, youth and business leaders from across the region to engage in agriculture based classes, events and competitions. TEACHING ARENA $2 million Located inside the Agriculture Teaching Barn, the Teaching Arena will host classes, labs, lectures, practices, clinics and competitions. HERITAGE ENTRY WAY $1 million The main entrance to the barn will provide an interactive history lesson on the growth of the College of Agriculture at Montana State University. This highly visible area will create a welcoming and educational atmosphere. ROUGH STOCK BUCKING CHUTES $500,000 Montana State University Rodeo s rough stock team has many current and past champions. Connect your name or business with the grit and determination it takes to be a rough stock rider and the characteristics of the American cowboy. TIMED EVENT CHUTES $500,000 Montana State University Rodeo s timed event team has long been atop the standings. The number of hours that the timed event team puts into practicing, caring for their animals and academic achievement distinguishes MSU in the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association. BOB MILLER PAVILION TACK ROOM $500,000 The Miller Pavilion provides support to MSU s teaching programs and student activities. Renovations to this facility built in the mid-60 s will help support the numerous clubs and student groups that use this facility. MAIN STUDENT/SPECTATOR PARKING AREA $500,000 The main parking area will be the first point of contact as students and spectators from across the region visit the Agriculture Teaching Arena Complex. MAIN TRAILER PARKING AREA $500,000 The trailer parking area will be both temporary and permanent parking for MSU Rodeo competitors, Colt Starting students, Club members, and event competitors. SMALL TRAILER PARKING AREA $250,000 An additional parking naming opportunity sits on the east side of the Agriculture Teaching Barn and will host temporary trailer parking for students and visitors. PRACTICE ROOM $250,000 This critical space will allow both rodeo and other competitors to prepare for both practice and competitions. LARGE LIVESTOCK PENS $100,000 (12 available) These outdoor pens will house different livestock ranging from practice and show cattle to equine animal athletes. SMALL LIVESTOCK PENS $50,000 (10 available) These outdoor pens will house a variety of different livestock ranging from practice and show cattle to equine athletes. ROUNDING UP SUPPORT Montana State University and the community have outgrown Bob Miller Pavilion. A revitalized Agriculture Teaching Arena Complex will give us the capacity to serve future generations of students from Montana and across the country. Are you with us? We need you! For More Information, Contact: Kevin Peterson, Director of Development Montana State University Alumni Foundation Kevin.peterson@msuaf.org 406-994-7086 Patrick Hatfield, Department Head Animal and Range Sciences, MSU College of Agriculture hatfield@montana.edu 406-994-4850
PHASE II Phase II of the master plan includes construction of research labs, animal treatment, rehabilitation and quarantine areas as well as enclosed animal pens and storage spaces to support the facilities. The additional spaces proposed for Phase II will expand the facility s impact to research and facilitate hands-on learning for a broader student base. Learn more about how to write your own page of Montana State University history. Cover photo courtesy John Morris Photography Development Office MONTANA STATE UNIVERSITY ALUMNI FOUNDATION info@msuaf.org 406-994-4207 montana.edu/whatittakes