Alumni Spotlight: Adam Moore

By Kala Dunn | Nov 26, 2024

Honors alumnus Adam Moore has had an outstanding career in the military and has recently been elected as State Representative for Kentucky's 45th House District. Adam, tell us about yourself!
Growing up in rural Franklin County, I came to Murray in the fall of 2003. I've had the opportunity to see the world through Murray's study abroad program and as member of the military. My winding road has included pit stops living on the East Coast, the West Coast, overseas military bases, and now in Lexington. All that has led to me living my dream as a family man and business owner who was recently elected to be the next State Representative for Kentucky's 45th House District.

Speaking of the election — congrats! What inspired you to run for office, and how did your Honors background help you develop the skills required of a candidate and, now, a leader?
I studied politics at Murray and served in the Student Senate my junior and senior years. As an International Affairs and Political Science student, I hoped to work for the federal government; either on Capitol Hill or in foreign relations. The Honors Program at Murray helped me chart a path that got me to DC while also creating connections with people who have been helpful along the way.

Why did you choose Murray State?
I chose Murray for several reasons: 1) Its fantastic academic reputation, 2) The residential college system, 3) Being far enough away from home that I would be forced out of my comfort zone and into new situations and meeting new people. My only regret is that Murray is tucked away in a corner of the state that makes it hard to get back to!

Aside from your political work, what else have you been up to since graduation? What exciting or fulfilling things are happening in your life?
I served in the Army Reserve for six years, with deployments to the Horn of Africa and Afghanistan. As a project manager within the Department of Defense, I helped facilitate the hardware overhaul of our military hospitals around the world. I've lived in the DC area, the Seattle area, and now in Lexington where I'm a health and fitness coach while serving on local commissions for Mayor Linda Gorton. 

What’s your favorite Murray State memory?
The bonds I formed with my fraternity brothers (Alpha Sigma Phi) and my fellow Political Science Majors. We regularly spent time together outside our classes, solving all the world's problems and plotting our future over Pizza and a Pitcher at Vitellos.  

What advice would you have for current Honors students?
Commit to maintaining the bonds you're creating right now. You're going to follow some amazing path, whether it's graduate school, a new job, traveling around the world, etc. and it's easy to be consumed by that journey and simply forget to reach out to those who were so special to you in college. You'll want to continue to share in their successes, and they will be your biggest cheerleaders and supporters along your path as well.