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A photo of Dr. Michael Ramage receiving his award.

Dr. Michael Ramage named recipient of Neil Weber Award

By Angela Guyton

Murray State University proudly announces that Dr. Michael Ramage, director of the Cyber Education and Research Center, has been awarded the prestigious 2026-27 Neil Weber Award for Excellence in the Jesse D. Jones College of Science, Engineering and Technology.

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Murray State helps improve Portsmouth, Paducah education outreach

By Zachary Boyarski & Melissa Green

Murray State University is collaborating with Ohio University (OU) to build STEM interest in local high school students and inspire them to pursue careers at the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Portsmouth and Paducah sites.

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Alumni Association celebrates 100 years

By Carrie McGinnis

Milestone honors a century of alumni engagement, tradition, and lifelong connections

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The Murray State University Town & Gown Community Band

Town & Gown community band presents free summer concerts

By Jennifer Robertson

The Murray State University Town & Gown Community Band will present two free concerts this summer.

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Department of Mathematics and Statistics hosts Math Day 2026

By Rachel Carroll

Murray State University’s Department of Mathematics and Statistics hosted Math Day 2026 on campus on Feb. 5.

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William Walmsley; artwork title: untitled; artwork date: 1953; artwork medium: oil on linen; artwork dimensions: 23” x 16.75” x 2

Department of Art & Design hosts summer art exhibition

By Ann Gosser

"ON THE MARK," an exhibition on view on the sixth floor of the Price Doyle Fine Arts Building through June 22, spotlights abstract art held in the collection of the Clara M. Eagle Gallery on the campus of Murray State University.

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Brady Johnson and Tyson VandenBrook

Music composition students receive prestigious recognitions

By Dr. Carrie Jerrell

Two music composition students, Brady Johnson and Tyson VandenBrook, in Murray State’s Department of Music have recently received prestigious recognitions for their work.

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Dr. Ho Ryong Park

Murray State University Racer Report: May 25-29

By MSU Public Relations

The latest Murray State University Racer Report includes student, faculty, staff and alumni accomplishments, announcements, upcoming campus events and more for the week of May 25-29.

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a group of faculty and students participating in Education Abroad

Education Abroad program has impactful, successful year

By MSU Public Relations

Continuing its impactful mission of offering life-defining educational opportunities for students throughout the world

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Holly Bloodworth

College of Education and Human Services faculty member Holly Bloodworth honored with Max Carman Award

By Jillian Smith

Murray State University honored Holly Bloodworth, senior instructor in elementary education, with the 2026 Max Carman Outstanding Teacher Award during the University’s annual Senior Breakfast on April 22 in recognition of her exceptional commitment to preparing future educators and the lasting impact she has made on her students.

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