Northern's Don honored during Cat-Griz game

From Montana Campus Compact

A Montana State University-Northern student was among those honored by Montana Campus Compact during the half-time ceremonies at the 117th Brawl of the Wild between the Montana State University Bobcats and University of Montana Grizzlies.

Northern's Breck Don, a senior majoring in diesel technology and business administration and a Northern cross-country runner, was honored for her volunteer work during half-time. Don was recognized for her work as a student volunteer and for volunteering at St. Jude Thaddeus Church.

Montana Campus Compact, a 17-campus higher education network, honored student-athletes from across the state of Montana at the game for their outstanding community service work.

The Campus Campact board and Montana Lt. Gov. Mike Cooney presented the 12 college student-athletes the compact's Montana Athletes in Service Award.

"College students in Montana do amazing community work, and their investment of time, talent and energy help improve our communities across the state," said Josh Vanek, MTCC associate director. "These inspiring students are making significant differences at their institutions, communities and world"

For 25 years, MTCC and its campus affiliates have supported students, faculty and communities across Montana with programs that encourage and recognize community service. Vanek said the following athletes will be awarded for extensive volunteer efforts that have been of great benefit to their communities.