Fiscal Frustrations: Financial Aid is Falling Behind

Many University of Montana students rely heavily on financial aid in order to pay for their education. As important as the department of financial aid is, it is the cause of plenty of stress and heartache for many students. But, why is financial aid causing so many issues for students?

Kaimin Cast reporter Clayton Murphy sits down with Kaimin news reporter Claire Bernard to dive into her past reporting on financial aid and its issues. In addition, hear from students impacted by issues with the department and Director of Financial Aid, Emily Williamson.

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A podcast from the Montana Kaimin, University of Montana’s independent, student-run newspaper.