Community Engagement
Changing How and Where We Tell and Make Stories
Our Community Mission
Shonkinite places Montana at the center of a community-driven multimedia movement, creating a unique ecosystem where storytelling and neuroscience intersect to create meaningful narratives.
Using the historic Shonkin Hall as a meeting place, the Shonkinite team organizes workshops and events that bring artists and scientists together to collaborate with each other and engage with the wider community. This interdisciplinary approach fosters innovation and ensures that stories are both scientifically informed and emotionally resonant.
Together, we're redefining how stories are told and experienced.
Our Affiliations
Montana State University
- College of Engineering: STEAM vs STEM: Incorporating the Arts to Enhance Engineering Understanding, Communication, and Diversity. Bryan Innovative Instructional Grants Program by Dr. Kathryn Morrissey, Associate Teaching Professor, 2024
- College of Film and Photography: Internship Program
Industry Partnerships
- Montana Media Coalition: Member dedicated to advancing Media Manufacturing in the State of Montana
- Strong HER Together: Women in Agriculture Conference 2024 Sponsor
- Utah Film Center: Fiscal Sponsorship Recipient
Community Impact
Our work extends beyond storytelling to create lasting positive change.
Through workshops, educational programs, and collaborative projects, Shonkinite is building a community of creators who understand both the art and science of effective storytelling. By bringing together diverse perspectives and disciplines, we're fostering innovation and ensuring that stories from Montana and beyond reach their full potential to connect, inspire, and transform.
Get Involved
Join us in our mission to transform storytelling through the intersection of neuroscience, art, and community engagement.