News from Murray State University

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Education Abroad program has impactful, successful year

By MSU Public Relations

Continuing its impactful mission of offering life-defining educational opportunities for students throughout the world

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Holly Bloodworth

College of Education and Human Services faculty member Holly Bloodworth honored with Max Carman Award

By Jillian Smith

Murray State University honored Holly Bloodworth, senior instructor in elementary education, with the 2026 Max Carman Outstanding Teacher Award during the University’s annual Senior Breakfast on April 22 in recognition of her exceptional commitment to preparing future educators and the lasting impact she has made on her students.

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Dr. Stephanie Shaaf and Dr. Victor S. Raj

Dr. Stephanie Schaaf awarded inaugural Dr. Victor S. Raj Excellence in Academic Departmental Leadership Award

By Jillian Smith

Murray State University announced that Dr. Stephanie Schaaf, department chair of the Center for Communication Disorders, received the inaugural Dr. Victor S. Raj Excellence in Academic Departmental Leadership Award

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Spring 2026 President’s List and Dean’s List recipients

By MSU Public Relations

Murray State University has announced its President’s List and Dean’s List recipients for the spring 2026 semester.

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New Crime Victim Advocate Certificate launches through Department of Criminal Justice and Social Work

By Jillian Smith

Murray State University’s College of Education and Human Services is preparing students to become compassionate, highly trained advocates for victims of crime through its interdisciplinary Crime Victim Advocate (CVA) Certificate program.

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Murray State President Dr. Ron Patterson speaks to graduates.

Murray State University celebrates Spring 2026 commencement

By MSU Public Relations

Murray State University hosted commencement ceremonies for spring and summer 2026 graduates on May 8-9 at Racer Arena.

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Murray State University announces establishment of the Wes Kerr Cyber National Advisory Board Scholarship Endowment

By Dr. Michael Ramage

Murray State University’s Cyber National Advisory Board and the Murray State University Foundation announce the establishment of the Wes Kerr Cyber National Advisory Board Scholarship to memorialize Kerr’s legacy as a Murray State alumnus, member of the Cyber National Advisory Board, and supporter of the Cybersecurity and Network Management (CNM) program.

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Racer Report: May 4-8

By MSU Public Relations

The latest Murray State University Racer Report includes student, faculty, staff and alumni accomplishments, announcements, upcoming campus events and more for the week of May 4-8

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Arthur J. Bauernfeind College of Business

Catching up with one of the world’s top business colleges: Murray State’s Arthur J. Bauernfeind College of Business

By Office of Development

Murray State’s Arthur J. Bauernfeind College of Business (BCOB) has been leading with a forward-thinking curriculum

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Murray State University announces campus master plan process

By MSU Public Relations

Murray State University has announced the official launch of a comprehensive campus master plan process, an initiative that represents a significant step in aligning its physical campus with the upcoming new University strategic plan.

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