Murray State University named to the 2026 “Best Colleges” list by Money Magazine
By MSU Public Relations
Murray State University has been highlighted by Money Magazine as a nationally-recognized best value for students seeking a college degree.
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Murray State University celebrates Susan E. Bauernfeind Recreation and Wellness Center refresh with ribbon cutting
By MSU Public Relations
Murray State University celebrated the completion of the Susan E. Bauernfeind Recreation and Wellness Center interior refresh project with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Aug. 17, as students, faculty, staff and community members attended and experienced the revitalized facility.
The Murray State University Department of Art & Design hosts Delita Martin for the Patricia L. Summerville Lecture Series
By Ann Gosser
The Department of Art & Design and the University Galleries at Murray State University is pleased to host Delita Martin as the Patricia L. Summerville Artist in Printmaking on Wednesday, Aug. 26 for an artist lecture and reception in conjunction with her exhibition, Sometimes My Blues Change Colors, in the Clara M. Eagle Gallery.
Murray State University accepted into the U.S. Space Command’s Academic Engagement Enterprise
By MSU Public Relations
Murray State University was recently accepted into the United States Space Command’s Academic Engagement Enterprise.
Charles & Marlene Johnson Colloquium Series welcomes S.G. Goodman
By Dr. Carrie Jerrell
The College of Humanities and Fine Arts at Murray State University is proud to welcome alum and singer-songwriter S.G. Goodman as the featured guest for the 2026 Charles and Marlene Johnson Colloquium Series.
Murray State University hosts 337 rising seniors from Governor’s Scholars Program
By MSU Public Relations
Murray State University welcomed 337 scholars representing 89 counties across the Commonwealth for the Governor’s Scholars Program June 21-July 25.
Department of History hosts the 2026 Sid Easley Lecture
By Aviva Yasgur
In recognition of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States, the Department of History at Murray State University will host Dr. Emily Sneff for this year’s Sid Easley Lecture on Thursday, Sept. 10 at 7 p.m. in Wrather Auditorium.
Board of Regents Meeting - Live Stream
By MSU Public Relations
Live stream of the meeting on August 11 at 8 a.m.
Dr. Donna Crouch named Kentucky Career and Technical Education Teacher Educator of the Year
By Jillian Smith
Dr. Donna K. Crouch, director of Career and Technical Education and assistant professor at Murray State University, has been named the 2026 Kentucky Career and Technical Education Teacher Educator of the Year by the Kentucky Association for Career and Technical Education.
New exhibit opens at Murray State University’s Department of Art & Design’s Mary Ed Mecoy Hall Gallery
By Ann Gosser
The Murray State University Galleries and the Department of Art & Design are pleased to present a new solo exhibition. Contemporary Icons featuring work by artist Lee Lanier will be on view in the Mary Ed Mecoy Hall Gallery Aug. 19 through Sept. 14.