Murray State University Information: Week of Jan. 22–26
By Shawn Touney
Below is information regarding recent news, notes and accomplishments from Murray State University for the week of Jan. 22–26.
News from Murray State University
Murray State Brass Choir and Jazz Orchestra to perform concert Feb. 6
By Shawn Touney
The Brass Choir and Jazz Orchestra at Murray State University will perform a concert for the public Feb. 6 at 7:30 p.m. in Lovett Auditorium in preparation for their respective performances during the 2018 Kentucky Music Educators Association Conference in Louisville.
Creative writing faculty at Murray State to give readings Feb. 8
By Shawn Touney
Three creative writing faculty members at Murray State University — including Ann Neelon, Dale Ray Phillips and Allen Wier — will give readings from their work Thursday, Feb. 8, beginning at 7:30 p.m. in the Clara M. Eagle Gallery on Murray State’s campus.
Murray State to host exhibit for internationally-recognized artist Peri Schwartz
By Shawn Touney
University Galleries and the department of art & design at Murray State University are pleased to announce that paintings, drawings and print creations by the internationally-recognized artist Peri Schwartz will be featured in a new on-campus exhibit.
Murray State professor completes Rotary Peace Fellowship in Thailand
By Shawn Touney
Dr. Kala Chakradhar, associate professor of social work in the College of Education and Human Services at Murray State University, recently completed a three-month fellowship at a Rotary Peace Center in Bangkok, Thailand. This honor, awarded by Rotary International, was part of a professional development certificate program and focused on peace and conflict resolution.
Murray State Homecoming Queen and King court selected for 2016
Murray State University will be celebrating its 2016 Homecoming Oct. 27- 29.
College of Education and Human Services hosted the annual Harry M. Sparks Distinguished Lecture Series
By Alex Pologruto
The annual Harry M. Sparks Distinguished Lecture Series occurred on April 25 in the Alexander Hall Auditorium located on Murray State’s campus.
2023 Clinton and Mary Opal Moore Appalachian Writer’s Residency
By Alex Pologruto
The Department of English and Philosophy at Murray State University is pleased to announce the continuation of The Clinton and Mary Opal Moore Appalachian Writer’s Residency and this year’s author recipient, Annette Saunooke Clapsaddle.