Racer Day event on March 25
By MSU Public Relations
Geared toward prospective students and families, event will provide helpful information from recruitment and admissions staff, financial aid, scholarships, housing and more
News from Murray State University
Alumnus and former Board of Regents Chair Dr. Don Tharpe appointed as member of the Prichard Committee for Academic Excellence
By MSU Public Relations
The Prichard Committee for Academic Excellence has appointed Murray State University alumnus and former Board of Regents Chair Dr. Don Tharpe to its statewide membership.
School of Engineering hosts E-Day 2026, largest in program history
By Annie Dail
Murray State University’s School of Engineering hosted nearly 700 students from 24 high schools for Engineering Day 2026, a series of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM)-centered challenges under the direction of Murray State faculty and staff.
College of Education and Human Services announces 41st annual Harry M. Sparks Distinguished Lecture Series
By Jillian Smith
Murray State University’s College of Education and Human Services will host the 41st annual Harry M. Sparks Distinguished Lecture Series on Tuesday, April 28.
Political science professor named Murray State University Distinguished Mentor for 2026
By Dr. Amanda Joyce
In February, Dr. Brittany Wood, Murray State University assistant professor of political science was named the recipient of the 19th annual University Distinguished Mentor Award by an intercampus committee.
Biology professor and researcher discovers and names new fly species
By Dani Ray
Dr. Oliver Beckers, Murray State University principal investigator and associate professor in the Department of Biological Sciences, has made quite the discovery: a new species of fly.
City of Murray, Kentucky named nominee for Best Small College Town in USA TODAY 10 Best Readers' Choice Awards
By MSU Public Relations
The city of Murray, Kentucky, home of Murray State University, has once again been nominated for Best Small College Town in the USA TODAY 10 Best Readers' Choice Awards
Calloway County Public Library and Murray State University’s Department of History celebrate Women’s History Month
By Dr. Carrie Jerrell
The Calloway County Public Library and the Murray State University Department of History will continue their joint lecture series on Sunday, March 8 at 2 p.m.
Model United Nations Team wins big at Midwest Model UN Conference in St. Louis
By MSU Public Relations
The Murray State University Model United Nations (UN) Team took home four awards at the Midwest Model UN Conference in St. Louis, Missouri, on Feb. 18-21.
Department of Music to host a pair of piano recitals March 6 and 8
By Dr. Matthew Gianforte
The Murray State University Department of Music is excited to present a pair of piano recitals during the first weekend of March.