MSU recognized by Niche, student reviews in numerous categories
By MSU Public Relations
University ranks as the top public regional comprehensive university in Kentucky
News from Murray State University
Doctor of Arts in English Pedagogy experiences welcome growth
By Dani Ray
In the eight years since enrollment began in 2016, the Murray State University College of Humanities and Fine Arts’ Doctor of Arts (DA) in English Pedagogy program has grown from just 23 students to 117 currently enrolled.
MSU recognized by Wall Street Journal in “Best Colleges in the United States” rankings
By Shawn Touney
Murray State University has been recognized as part of the “Best Colleges in the United States” list by the Wall Street Journal in the publication’s 2025 rankings.
Department of Art & Design hosts Patricia L. Summerville Lecture Series
By Ann Gosser
The Department of Art & Design at Murray State University is pleased to host Stephanie Alaniz as the Patricia L. Summerville Artist in Printmaking on Tuesday, Sept. 10-Friday, Sept. 13.
MSU to host Kentucky Food Tasting Festival in conjunction with Smithsonian FOOD Exhibit
By MSU Public Relations
Murray State University Libraries, in collaboration with Racer Dining by Sodexo, is excited to announce the Kentucky Food Tasting Festival,
Murray State University recognized nationally as a ‘Best Bang for the Buck’ by Washington Monthly
By MSU Public Relations
Murray State University has once again been highlighted as a best value for students seeking a college degree by Washington Monthly as the University is recognized in the publication’s “Best Bang for the Buck” South region category.
Admission for fall 2025 and 2025-26 academic year is open
By MSU Public Relations
Students interested in becoming a Racer are encouraged to visit admissions.murraystate.edu
Murray State University welcomes one of its largest freshman classes in history
By MSU Public Relations
University’s preliminary enrollment is the largest since 2016
Department of History hosts Civil War historian for annual Sid Easley Lecture
By Aviva Yasgur
The Department of History at Murray State University is pleased to host Civil War historian Don H. Doyle, University of South Carolina Professor Emeritus of History, for the seventh annual Sid Easley Lecture on Monday, Sept. 23 at 7 p.m. in Wrather Auditorium.
Department of Art & Design kicks off the school year with two exhibitions
By Ann Gosser
The Murray State University Department of Art & Design and University Galleries are pleased to announce two exhibit openings