Racer Young Alumni
Top 22 Under 40 — Class of 2022
The Murray State University Alumni Association Young Alumni Council announces the Top 22 Under 40 class. We are honoring the most influential, innovative and inspiring Murray State alumni under the age of 40, who have distinguished themselves among their peers and continue to make a significant impact on the world. Why 22? Because everyone does the 40 thing! And, we want to pay tribute to nearly a century of difference-making since Murray State's founding in 1922. The 22 finalists were featured on the Murray State Young Alumni and Murray State University Alumni and Friends social media channels. Marla Moore, '11 , is the 2022 recipient of the Distinguished Young Alumni Award.
Megan Arszman
Class of 2005
Dr. Kelsey Bogard
Class of 2013 & 2016
Savannah Boone
Class of 2007
Shraddha Chakradhar
Class of 2011
Marianna Chrysiliou
Class of 2004 & 2006
Jennie Dickerson
Class of 2010
Dr. Meredith Duncan
Class of 2011
Ellen Ebelhar
Class of 2015
Brandon Hall
Class of 2012
Liz Hammonds
Class of 2011 & 2014
Andrea Heisner
Class of 2007 & 2018
Matthew Hightower
Class of 2010
Dr. Holly Holladay
Class of 2006
Dr. Aron Huckaba
Class of 2011
Dr. Kyser Lough
Class of 2005 & 2013
Marla Moore
Class of 2011
Alexandra Bloodworth Rogers
Class of 2015
Jordan Smith
Class of 2008 & 2012
Garris Stroud
Class of 2016 & 19
Dr. Lakeshia Yarbrough
Class of 2010 & 2021
Whitney York
Class of 2010, 2013, 2017 & 2019
Tim Zeiss
Class of 2008
Distinguished Young Alumni 2023
Nominations for 2023 are open. For more information, call the Office of Alumni Relations at 800.758.8510 or email msu.raceryoungalumni@
Nomination criteria
- Be under the age of 40 as of December 31, 2022.
- Have earned an associate, undergraduate or graduate degree from Murray State University
- Exhibit and embrace Murray State University's mission and core values
- Demonstrate a lifelong commitment to alma mater
- Have made a significant impact in their industry and community
- Be willing to submit a head shot and other biographical information to be used for publicity purposes by Murray State University. Information may be submitted via the Top 22 under 40 Nominee Information form.
Young Alumni Network
Through the Young Alumni network, we aim to provide engagement opportunities from networking with other fellow Murray State grads, to assisting in the recruitment efforts of future Racers and even cheering on the Racers at tailgates and watch parties! From near and far, Racer Young Alumni can become active members in their own communities by participating in a local chapter near you, in addition to providing critical scholarship support through giving. There are many ways to be involved in the next generation of Racer spirit as brighter days return to the finest place we know. We are connected. We are family. We are Racers. --Christian Barnes, '18, '19, Young Alumni Network President
Join now
There is no additional cost to join the Young Alumni Network. In order to participate, you only need to be a paid member of the Murray State University Alumni Association ($40 annually for single membership/$60 annually for joint membership).
Qualifications
- Graduate of the last decade
- Under 40 and
- Have a passion for all things Blue and Gold!
Mission
The Murray State University Young Alumni Network serves to support recent graduates with programs and communications that are uniquely tailored to your own needs by fostering relationships, facilitating networking activities and creating a fervent culture of giving among Murray State’s young alumni.
Vision
The Murray State University Young Alumni Network seeks to keep our young alumni connected and involved with all things Blue and Gold. Though your time as a student is over, it remains our vision to keep young alumni connected through alumni engagement, student recruitment, university development, and legislative advocacy.
Bylaws
The name of the organization shall be the Murray State University Young Alumni (YA). The governing body of the YA shall be the Murray State University Young Alumni Council (YAC). The Murray State Young Alumni shall be formed as an affinity network affiliated with the Murray State University Alumni Association. Read Bylaws