Meet our Leadership Team
Professional Staff
Dan Sandberg
Director
Dan began his role as Director of the Leadership Institute in April of 2024. His background is in leadership development, with a focus on outdoor leadership. He directed the MSU Outdoor Recreation Program for seven years previously. Dan believes that Leadership Development is a life-changing process and is thrilled to be able to provide opportunities for all students to learn and practice leadership across the University and beyond.
Kass Thompson
Interim Program Manager
Kass has been part of the MSU Leadership Institute for four years, first as a student staff member and now as Interim Program Manager. In her role, she helps students grow as leaders through engaging programs, hands-on workshops, and events that build essential skills for their personal and professional journeys. Passionate about empowering others, she strives to create opportunities for students to connect, learn, and make a difference. Outside of her role at MSU, she serves as the Executive Director of English Para Todos, a nonprofit providing accessible English language education. In her free time, she enjoys yoga, social dancing, and reading. She’s excited to support your leadership journey!
Student Staff
The MSU Leadership Institute offers both work-study and hourly employment positions to students who would like to promote leadership across Montana State University and the state of Montana. Join us if you crave the opportunity to be part of a dynamic environment that offers opportunities to build confidence with your work skills. Duties include: public relations and community outreach, facilitating leadership workshops, hosting guest speakers, facilitating the Leadership Film Series, maintaining the social media accounts, taking photos and videos at events, and more!
Madison Craigie