Racer Report: August 7-11
By Shawn Touney
The latest Murray State University Racer Report includes student, faculty, staff, and alumni accomplishments, announcements, upcoming campus events, and more for the week of August 7-11.
News from Murray State University
Augusta Perdune Manna, R.N. Memorial Scholarship Endowment
By Alex Pologruto
Murray State University has announced the Augusta Perdune Manna, R.N. Memorial Scholarship Endowment.
Remembering Dr. Gene W. Ray
By Shawn Touney
Dr. Gene W. Ray, `60, a Murray State University distinguished alumnus and lifelong supporter of the institution, passed away on Friday, July 28, 2023
Dr. Brian Parr named dean of the Hutson School of Agriculture
By Shawn Touney
Murray State University named Dr. Brian Parr dean of the Hutson School of Agriculture at the University’s Board of Regents meeting on June 2, 2023
Jody Cash Memorial Scholarship at Murray State University
By Alex Pologruto
Family and friends of Jody Cash establish the Jody Cash Memorial Scholarship at Murray State University
Town & Gown Advisory Board
By Christian Barnes
As Murray State Town & Gown celebrates 20 years of building campus and community partnerships, Murray State University, along with the Office of Development, have announced the newly reactivated Town & Gown Advisory Board, which will guide the University’s premier community partnership program into the next 20 years of excellence.
School of Engineering receives grant award from Paducah Area Community Reuse Organization
By Shawn Touney
Murray State University’s School of Engineering recently received a grant award from the Paducah Area Community Reuse Organization (PACRO).
Louisville Orchestra with special guest Chris Thile for “In Harmony” tour
By Alex Pologruto
Murray State University is pleased to host “In Harmony: The Commonwealth Tour of the Louisville Orchestra (LO),” with special guest Chris Thile, on Thursday, Sept. 14 at 7 p.m. in Lovett Auditorium located on Murray State’s campus.
First recipient of the Steve and Elizabeth Pierson Endowed Scholarship
By Shawn Touney
Murray State University has announced the first recipient of the Steve and Elizabeth Pierson Endowed Scholarship.
MSU recognized nationally by Colleges of Distinction in its 2023-2024 rankings
By Shawn Touney
Murray State University has been recognized nationally by Colleges of Distinction in its 2023-2024 “Best Colleges” rankings.