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Murray State University has announced a new partnership with Primary Care Medical Center of Murray as the campus health services provider for students, faculty and staff.

Murray State University announces partnership with Primary Care Medical Center of Murray as campus health services provider

MURRAY, Ky. — Murray State University has announced a new partnership with Primary Care Medical Center of Murray as the campus health services provider for students, faculty and staff. Effective June 1, Primary Care Medical Center will occupy a location within the first floor of Wells Hall on the quadrangle-facing side of Murray State’s campus. […]

28. May 2019 0
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Murray State faculty members Dr. Jessica Branch, Ms. Feifei Pang and Dr. Ho Ryong Park were recently selected to receive grant awards as part of the Faculty Innovation Initiative, which provides one-time seed funds to support innovative student-community engagement projects. Pictured from left to right are Branch, Park and Pang.

Murray State faculty members receive innovation grants to support student-community engagement

MURRAY, Ky. — Three Murray State University faculty members were recently selected to receive grant awards as part of the Faculty Innovation Initiative, which provides one-time seed funds to support innovative student-community engagement projects. Dr. Jessica Branch of the College of Education and Human Services and Ms. Feifei Pang and Dr. Ho Ryong Park of […]

23. May 2019 0
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The Murray State University Town & Gown Community Band will kick off the summer season with a free concert June 4 at 7 p.m. in the Rotary Amphitheater Performing Arts Pavilion, located in Murray’s Central Park.

Murray State University Town & Gown Community Band to play summer concert June 4 in Murray’s Central Park

MURRAY, Ky. — The Murray State University Town & Gown Community Band will kick off the summer season with a free concert June 4 at 7 p.m. in the Rotary Amphitheater Performing Arts Pavilion, located in Murray’s Central Park. This year, the band welcomes guest conductor and Director of University Bands Dr. Trae Blanco, also […]

22. May 2019 0
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Former Murray State University faculty member and dean of the Jesse D. Jones College of Science, Engineering and Technology Dr. Neil Weber and his wife, Joan, have established a scholarship for University students. Pictured from left to right are Murray State University professor and chair of the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences Dr. Robin Zhang, Joan Weber, Dr. Neil Weber and Dr. Claire Fuller, dean of the Jesse D. Jones College of Science, Engineering & Technology.

Murray State University Information: Week of May 13-17

MURRAY, Ky. — Below is information regarding recent news, notes and accomplishments from Murray State University for the week of May 13-17. ** Former Murray State University faculty member and dean of the Jesse D. Jones College of Science, Engineering and Technology Dr. Neil Weber and his wife, Joan, have established a scholarship for University […]

17. May 2019 0
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Murray State University and the Office of Multicultural Initiatives, Student Leadership and Inclusive Excellence celebrated nearly 50 graduating multicultural students and their families during a Hitumu ceremony in the Curris Center Theatre May 10. Graduates are pictured taking a photo with Murray State administrators.

Murray State University celebrates Hitimu commencement ceremony

MURRAY, Ky. — Murray State University and the Office of Multicultural Initiatives, Student Leadership and Inclusive Excellence celebrated nearly 50 graduating multicultural students and their families during a Hitumu ceremony in the Curris Center Theatre May 10. Hitimu — Swahili for “graduate” — is an inclusive and traditional ceremony in its 15th year at Murray […]

17. May 2019 0
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Retired Murray High School teacher, coach and administrator Mark Brady, a Murray State University graduate, has generously established an endowment for University students. Pictured from left to right are: Coy Samons, MISD superintendent; Brady; Sarah Jacobs, Murray High School senior and incoming Murray State student; Shannon Jacobs; Dr. Bob Jackson, Murray State president.

Murray State alumnus establishes endowment for Murray High School graduates

Retired MHS leader Mark Brady’s generous gift to provide new opportunities for students MURRAY, Ky. — Retired Murray High School teacher, coach and administrator Mark Brady, a Murray State University graduate, has generously established an endowment for University students. Through the Coach Mark Brady Scholarship Endowment established with Brady’s gift to the Murray State University […]

16. May 2019 0
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Murray State University has announced its Dean’s List recipients for the spring 2019 semester.

Murray State University announces spring 2019 Dean’s List recipients

MURRAY, Ky. — Murray State University has announced its Dean’s List recipients for the spring 2019 semester. The list recognizes the academic accomplishments of the University’s undergraduate students. “We take great pride in our students’ academic achievements,” said Dr. Mark Arant, provost and vice president for academic affairs. “This recognition is a testament to their […]

16. May 2019 0
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Murray State University has announced a new foundational partner, Vertical Wellness, for the recently established Center for Agricultural Hemp. Pictured from left to right, standing, Dr. Tony Brannon, dean of Murray State University’s Hutson School of Agriculture; Dr. Brian Parr, assistant dean of the Hutson School of Agriculture; students Mackenzie Hoffman (Altamont, Illinois), Kelsey Cunningham (White Mills, Kentucky), Madison Carmichael (Dover, Tennessee); Abby Hensley, Murray State University director of development for the Hutson School of Agriculture and Office of Student Affairs. Seated in front are, from left, Eric Smith, director of hemp operations, and Drew Milburn, chief operations officer of Vertical Wellness.

Murray State University’s Center for Agricultural Hemp announces newest partner, Vertical Wellness

MURRAY, Ky. — Murray State University has announced a new foundational partner, Vertical Wellness, for the recently established Center for Agricultural Hemp. The new center will be administered by the University’s Hutson School of Agriculture in coordination with industry partners while continuing to position Murray State as a leader in research, education, policy and innovation […]

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Murray State University President Dr. Bob Jackson and Director of Athletics Kevin Saal were featured speakers at a luncheon May 15 at Madisonville Community College’s Steve Beshear Postsecondary Education Building in Madisonville, Kentucky. Pictured from left are Saal, men’s basketball player and Madisonville native Jaiveon Eaves and Jackson.

Racer excitement fills luncheon event in Madisonville

MURRAY, Ky. — Murray State University President Dr. Bob Jackson and Director of Athletics Kevin Saal were featured speakers at a luncheon May 15 at Madisonville Community College’s Steve Beshear Postsecondary Education Building in Madisonville, Kentucky. Saal, who took the reins as AD March 1, offered his vision for the future of Racer Athletics following […]

15. May 2019 0
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Pictured is the 2017 Fall Faculty Summit.

Faculty Development center seeking proposals for Fall Faculty Summit

Murray State University will host the annual Fall Faculty Summit on Friday, August 16 in the Curris Center. All individuals with teaching responsibilities are invited to attend. President Dr. Robert Jackson will serve as the keynote speaker. The deadline for SHORT proposals, which can be submitted here, is Friday, May 17 at 5 p.m. The […]

15. May 2019 0
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