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Mindy May, GEAR UP Program Manager, is an impassioned educator who enjoys assisting students on their higher educational journey. Her goal is to help GEAR UP students P.A.S.S. college through--personal success, academic success, sense of belonging, and sustainment as a lifelong learner.    

Mindy received a Bachelor's degree in Communications and her Master's in Higher Education. She loves Montana and all the great outdoors offers, hiking, camping, fishing, floating, the great big sky.  In her spare time she enjoys being with her family, playing pickleball, and reading. Go GRIZ!

Mindy May 

Mindy May, UM GEAR UP
Program Manager 

Phone: (406) 243-2281
Email: mindy.may@mso.umt.edu

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I am the GEARUP AISS Coordinator. I am Tanya Plainfeather-Gardner, I am Crow Indian from Lodge Grass Montana. I am 51 years old with 10 Children. Their ages range from 36-21. I have 11 grandchildren. I come from a large family. I enjoy sewing and beading in my spare time. I am an Art major here at the University of Montana. I have worn many hats in my lifetime. I am really looking forward to working with the students. 

If you need help registering for classes, help with getting computer access, or other help, please stop by the AISS. I look forward to working with you.

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Tanya Plainfeather-Gardner, UM GEAR UP
AISS Coordinator 

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