ASMT Senate - ASMT
Andrew Haddick, President
Major: Civil Engineering
Year: Senior
Hometown: East Helena, MT
Email: asmt.president@mtech.edu
Andrew Haddick is from the town of East Helena, Montana. He is pursuing his bachelor's and master's degrees in civil engineering at Tech. Andrew plans on working in bridge design after graduation. He also enjoys skiing, football, soccer and airsoft. Andrew became the student body president in order to try and bridge the gap between the students and the admiration.
Wyatt Johnson, Vice President
Major: Electrical Engineering
Year: Junior
Hometown: Bigfork
Email: wjohnson2@mtech.edu
Wyatt was raised in the small town of Bigfork, Montana. As a junior in electrical engineering, wyatt is looking forward to getting to work with power and control systems and will be pursuing a job in the electrical field. He loves fishing, especially onthe Swan River or the South Fork. Wyatt became vice president in order to make sure that the hardworking students at Montana Tech stay successful and to help them remember that they can have fun at the same time.
Major: Exercise and Health Science
Year: Junior
Hometown: Billings, MT
Email: cpaul1@mtech.edu
Caris was born and raised in Billings, Montana. She is a Sophomore at Montana Tech and is pursuing a degree in Exercise and Health Science. She aspires to become an Occupational Therapist. She enjoys doing arts and crafts, as well as spending time with friends and family. Caris joined ASMT’s team to help create an environment where everyone is welcomed and feels part of a community.
Senators
Major: Civil Engineering
Year: Sophomore
Hometown: Dayton, Montana
Email: cyarger@mtech.edu
Colby is pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering with plans to enter the construction field after graduation. Out of school, Colby enjoys spending time outdoors doing things like dirt biking, off-roading, and making the trek to Sand Hollow, Utah to enjoy the red rock and sand dunes of the Mojave Desert. Colby joined ASMT to boost school spirit through various fun, engaging events and ensure that all student values are well respected and represented.
Major: Mechanical Engineering
Year: Junior
Hometown: Okotoks, Alberta
Email: wmactavish@mtech.edu
Walker is a junior at Montana Tech studying Mechanical Engineering. Originally from Okotoks, Alberta, Walker enjoys spending time outdoors, specifically hiking. Walker joined ASMT to get involved in campus decision-making and to understand how the campus is managed.
Major: Cybersecurity
Year: Junior
Hometown: Powell, WY
Email: sthomas1@mtech.edu
Luke was raised in the small town of Powell, Wyoming. As a junior in Cybersecurity Luke is looking forward on getting to work with networks and will be pursuing a job in the network administration field. He loves snowboarding and became a senate member so he could help influence the senate and be a voice for the students of Montana Tech.
Thomas Smith
Major: Electrical Engineering
Year: Sophomore
Hometown: Wasilla, Alaska
Email: tsmith16@mtech.edu
Thomas is a sophomore in Electrical Engineering from Wasilla, Alaska. Thomas is looking forward to pursuing a job in control systems. He loves working out and rock climbing. Thomas became a senator with ASMT to help students become better versions of themselves.
Alecia Gonzalez
Major: Metallurgical and Materials Engineering
Year: Junior
Hometown: Three Forks, Montana
Email: agonzalez1@mtech.edu
Alecia is from three forks Montana; she is a Junior in metallurgical and materials engineering. She is looking forward to an internship in the mining industry and will be pursuing a career in material development. Alecia loves dirt biking, hiking, and staying involved on campus.
Tallon Brunson
Major: B.S. Petroleum Engineering
Year: Sophomore
Hometown: Atascosa, TX
Email: tbrunson@mtech.edu
Tallon was raised near San Antonio, Texas. After graduating high school, he immediately joined the U.S. Navy, serving 11 years as a Nuclear Mechanical Operator. Upon transitioning out of the Navy, he decided to continue on the path of energy production, stepping back toward his original interest in petroleum. He enjoys hunting, fishing, and riding his motorcycle. Tallon joined ASMT to support the student body and lend his experience to the organization.
Faron Deason
Major: Electrical Engineering
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Miles City, Montana
Email: fdeason@mtech.edu
Faron was born and raised in Miles City Montana. He is a freshman at Montana Tech and is pursuing a degree in electrical engineering. He aspires to be an aerospace engineer one day. He enjoys snowboarding, playing guitar, working out and reading. Faron joined ASMT to help be a voice for the students at Montana Tech and to help spread positivity throughout the campus.
Ben Stake
Major: Electrical Engineering
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Missoula, Montana
Email: bstake@mtech.edu
Ben has lived in Missoula, Montana, for the majority of his life, although he was originally raised in St. Louis, Missouri. He is currently a freshman at Montana Tech studying Electrical Engineering and hopes to learn more about electronics and power systems. He enjoys playing tennis and pickleball whenever he gets the chance. Ben became a senator to help his fellow students succeed in their degree programs and strives to make their college experience both enjoyable and rewarding as they prepare for their future careers.
Blake Justin
Major: Mechanical Engineering
Year: Freshman
Email: bjustice@mtech.edu
Blake was born and raised in northwest Washington. He doesn't currently know what exactly he wants to do as a mechanical engineer yet, but he is enjoying classes. Blake became a freshman senator because he wanted to make a difference in the student life at Montana tech.
Lucy Galarus
Major: Associate of Science
Year: Sophomore
Hometown: Butte, Montana
Email: lgalarus@mtech.edu
Lucy lives in Butte, Montana, and is currently pursuing an Associate of Science degree at Montana Tech, plans to earn a Behavioral Health Certificate next year and aims to complete a bachelor's degree in Social Work after graduating from Tech. Alongside her academic goals, she is deeply committed to disability rights leadership. She actively participates in leadership initiatives across Montana to advance inclusion and accessibility. Lucy joined ASMT to help create an inclusive, authentic, and accessible environment that supports all students' success.
Jessie Graham 
Major: Occupational Health and Safety
Year: Sophomore
Hometown: Roundup, Montana
Email: jgraham2@mtech.edu
Jessie is a sophomore at Montana Tech, studying Occupational Safety and Health; and was born and raised in Roundup, Montana. Jessie plans on pursuing a master’s in industrial Hygiene. Activities that he enjoys are vinyl record collecting, camping, as well as spending time with friends. He is currently a Resident Assistant in the dorms, and joined ASMT to help build community for his residents and all his friends.
Aurora Beplate 
Major: Occupational Health and Safety
Year: Senior
Email: abeplate@mtech.edu
Aurora Beplate is a senior in the Occupational Safety Health program as well as a first year in the Industrial Hygiene master's program. She has been in many roles on campus including Chancellors Assistant, Resident Assistant for 3 years, as well as the ASMT Food Pantry Staff. Aurora is the current president of the American Society of Safety Professionals. She also has served as the President of the American Indian in Science and Engineering Society.