Planning for CoLang 2022

Check-In at CoLang 2022

Upon checking in at CoLang 2022, you will receive a Welcome Bag full of several things including your nametag, your free CoLang 2022 shirt, and a Welcome Folder that contains a campus map, a schedule with room numbers, instructions for accessing WiFi on campus, our Civility Policy, and other important information.

When and where to check in

Sunday, June 12

The CoLang check-in desk will be open from 7:30am until 7:30pm in the lobby of Jesse Hall. Please check in at Jesse Hall on Sunday regardless of whether you are staying on campus or off campus.

Monday, June 13

The CoLang check-in desk will be open from 8am until 11:45am (throughout the Opening Ceremony) in the ALI Auditorium.

Please also be prepared to purchase your pre-ordered additional CoLang 2022 shirts at this time. Reminder: we can not accept payment by credit or debit card.

After the morning of Monday, June 13

In the afternoon of Monday, June 13, and for the rest of the duration of CoLang 2022,check -in will be at the CoLang Lounge, located in room SS238 on the second floor of the Social Sciences building.

Checking in to Jesse Hall

When you arrive at Jesse Hall, you will receive your Griz card. This card is how you will access the dorm building, the entrance to the floor you will stay on, and your meal plan. A University of Montana Housing employee will give you your Griz card.

Late Night Arrivals

If you arrive after check-in has closed for the day, call the number posted on the door of Jesse Hall. You will be let into the building and given your Griz card. Please check in at the CoLang check-in desk (times/locations above) first thing the next morning.

Saturday Arrivals

You can check in to Jesse Hall (i.e. access your room and receive your Griz card) on Saturday if and only if you indicated 6/11 as your check-in date on your registration form.

If you did indicate 6/11, please follow instructions for Late Night check-in upon your arrival.

Weather and climate

Missoula has a temperate climate with very low humidity. However, it is in the Rockies, which means the weather may vary dramatically from the forecast and one must always be prepared for unexpected weather events (hail, sleet, snow in June, etc)!

Nighttime low temperatures may reach the low 40s Farenheit, with highs during the day likely up to 90s Farenheit.

Summertime in the Rocky Mountain West is wildfire season. While fires typically begin later in the summer, please be prepared for the potential of poor air quality.

The University of Montana campus is at 3200’ elevation. Please be aware that you may require time to adjust to this altitude.

The dorm is not air conditioned. It is very effective to keep shades shut and windows closed during the day, and windows open at night when the temperatures are cool.

What to bring

Mask(s)
Reusable water bottle
Reusable coffee cup
Laptop (& charger!)
Notebook, pens, pencils
Rain coat
Clothes for warm weather
Clothes for cool weather
Hiking shoes
Sunscreen
Earplugs (what if your roommate snores?)
Personal care/toiletries/medications

WiFi on Campus

grizzlyguest

View available wireless networks and select "grizzlyguest". Open a web browser. You should be redirected to a Guest User login page. Read the terms of use, then enter your email address and click "I accept".

eduroam

Visitors who have eduroam access can connect using the eduroam network and login credentials from their institution. Search for your institution on this list (filter at left for “eduroam access”) to find out if you have eduroam access. Visitors who don't have eduroam access can connect to UM's guest wireless network, grizzlyguest.

University Operating Policies

Visit this page for a complete list of the University of Montana’s operating policies.

Tobacco: The University of Montana campus is tobacco free. This includes smokeless tobacco, tobacco alternatives, and vaping of any kind.

Firearms: The University of Montana firearm policy prohibits the carrying of firearms on campus. Firearms must be checked into lockers at UMPD.