The University of Montana (UM) is a public research university in Missoula, Montana. UM is a flagship institution of the Montana University System and its second largest campus. The University?s mission is to provide a high-quality education that fosters student success and lifelong learning, while also advancing knowledge through research and creative activity. UM offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in a wide range of disciplines, including business, education, fine arts, forestry and conservation, health professions, humanities, journalism, law, liberal arts and sciences, pharmacy, and technology. The University is also home to several research centers and institutes, including the Montana Climate Office, the Flathead Lake Biological Station, and the Montana Institute on Ecosystems.