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Several Murray State University employees set to earn degrees at spring commencement

By Dani Ray

In May, several Murray State employees are set to walk across the commencement stage with their degrees, and Murray State University could not be prouder of their success.

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Murray State University celebrates Earth Day 2026 with its fourth annual Nature Art Exhibition

By Dr. Kate He

In celebration of Earth Day 2026 and to raise awareness of biological conservation through art, Murray State University and regional communities exhibited their works at the Biology Atrium during the month of April.

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EJ Abell with Melanie Watson

Paducah Regional Campus student set to celebrate 79th birthday by earning her bachelor’s degree

By Dani Ray

EJ Abell is celebrating her 79th birthday on May 8 by checking off the only item on her bucket list: earning her degree.

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Pictured from left to right: Conner O’Brien-Eddy, CNM and Cybersecurity Coordinator Dr. Randall Joyce, Liliana Bazzell, Aiden Green and Eli Skipworth.

Cyber Education and Research Center hosts 20th annual Security Matters

By Dr. Michael Ramage

Murray State University’s Cyber Education and Research Center recently hosted the 20th annual Security Matters conference

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Silas Jackson, Abigail Santos and Eliza Heinrich

Murray State University announces spring 2026 Outstanding Senior recipients

By MSU Public Relations

Murray State University has named Eliza Heinrich, Silas Jackson and Abigail Santos as the recipients of the spring 2026 Outstanding Senior recognition.

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Racers Helping Racers food pantry

School of Nursing and Health Professions partners with the American Heart Association for a food drive to benefit Racers Helping Racers Food Pantry

By MSU Public Relations

The Murray State University School of Nursing and Health Professions is partnering with the American Heart Association for the Heart Ball Food Drive until May 1 to collect heart-healthy foods to benefit the Racers Helping Racers Food Pantry.

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Captain Zachary Smith

Capt. Zachary Smith named as new Murray State University ROTC program director

By MSU Public Relations

U.S. Army Cadet Command has named Capt. Zachary Smith as the new program director for Murray State University’s Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC).

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Digital rendering of the new Veterinary Sciences building

Murray State University hosts groundbreaking for new Veterinary Sciences building

By MSU Public Relations

The Murray State University campus and broader community participated in a special groundbreaking event for the University’s new Veterinary Sciences building on April 22.

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Dr. Brian Bourke

Dr. Brian Bourke named College of Education and Human Services 2026 Outstanding Creative Research and Activity Award recipient

By Jillian Smith

Murray State University’s College of Education and Human Services (COEHS) has named Dr. Brian Bourke, professor of educational studies, leadership and counseling, as this year's recipient of the Outstanding Creative Research and Activity Award.

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