Honors Presents Team

Maksym Makarchuk
Maksym (he/him/his) is a senior at Montana State University pursuing a double degree in Computer Science and Data Science. Passionate about martial arts and learning new languages, Maksym combines a drive for discipline and curiosity in everything he does. With aspirations to build a career in academia, he's looking forward to advancing his studies in graduate school. He’s excited to contribute to Honors Presents and engage with the program’s vibrant community!

Nomi Friedman
Nomi (she/her/hers) is a sophomore studying Psychology with a minor in Human Development Family Science. Her passion for mountains, live music, and a strong community kept her in her hometown of Bozeman, Montana to attend Montana State. She can’t wait to connect with the outstanding people of Bozeman to bring quality presentations to MSU.

Ian Welch
Ian (he/him/his) is a Freshman studying Earth Science with a major in Paleontology. He spends his time with friends in the Quads or enjoying the Montana outdoors. Ian also uses his free time playing video games, singing, or watching movies. His passion lies in science and science communication hoping to take these interests to Graduate School to become a professor in Paleontology. It is an honor for him to be a part of the Honors Presents Team.
Bailey Boettcher
Bailey (he/him/his) is a sophomore at Montana State University, where he is pursuing an honors degree in Financial Engineering with minors in Business Administration and Spanish. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with friends and taking advantage of Bozeman's exceptional access to the outdoors. Some of his favorite activities include skiing, mountain biking, and kayaking. Bailey is hardworking and excited about the challenges that being part of the Honors Presents team offers

Rhyan Klostermeyer
Rhyan Klostermeyer is a senior studying Chemical Engineering. She is from Bozeman and loves to ski and hike Montana's gorgeous landscapes. Rhyan enjoys being involved on campus, including serving in her campus ministry, Oaks International, tutoring at the American Indian Center, and being an ambassador for the Norm Asbjornson College of Engineering. Rhyan is thrilled to be an apprentice with the Honors Presents team and help bring engaging conversations to the Honors College community.
To contact the team: Email HonorsPresents@montana.edu
Follow this link for the Fall 2025 Honors Presents schedule: https://docs.google.com/document/d/12Pm0WbyIsKx2aVzVqChKq1Tp0OzTH1sE4D1gRKRJ4F4/edit?invite=CPrz4N0I&tab=t.0