It's a pretty place. MSU has never been shy about trumpeting the outdoor recreational opportunities of Bozeman and the video did include references to hard-working professors and other areas of academia. But committee members said education should be more prominently highlighted. Members also criticized the student testimonials, which they said were far from eloquent, and a lack of examples showing how MSU-Bozeman is different from other universities. When finished, the video will be about seven minutes long.
Officials say a new video is a necessary recruiting tool.
The last one was produced in 1986 and has not been used for years. Some committee members still recalled scenes from the 1986 film, but said the new version lacked any memorable moments. Russell said the video was devoid of any emotion that could interest potential students. It doesn't make me laugh. It doesn't make me cry.