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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. […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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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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 […]
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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 […]
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