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Murray State University’s President and First Lady Patterson showcase student artwork at Oakhurst, to host inaugural student exhibition

By Dr. Carrie Jerrell

Murray State University President Dr. Ron K. Patterson and First Lady Jenny Patterson, in collaboration with Murray State’s Department of Art & Design, are pleased to invite the community to view the inaugural student exhibition in the Gallery at Oakhurst on Monday, Oct. 12 from 4:30-6:30 p.m.

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Estate gift honors Beatrice Cornwell’s legacy and supports non-traditional students at Murray State University’s Paducah Regional Campus

By Dr. Tina Bernot

This week would have been Beatrice Cornwell’s 85th birthday, and Murray State University is announcing a generous estate gift of $277,670.25 to support the Beatrice Johnson Cornwell Scholarship, creating a lasting source of financial assistance for non-traditional students pursuing their degrees through the Murray State University Paducah Regional Campus.

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Ret. Col. Charlie Sanders in his uniform and glasses in front of an American flag.

Murray State University’s Office of Student Enrichment, Academic Excellence and Leadership to host third annual College and Career Readiness Conference

By Dr. SG Carthell

Murray State University’s Office of Student Enrichment, Academic Excellence and Leadership will host its third annual College and Career Readiness Conference on Saturday, Oct. 3.

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Donna Herndon to serve as Murray State University Homecoming 2026 Parade Grand Marshal

By Carrie McGinnis

The Murray State University Alumni Association (MSUAA) is proud to announce 1964 alumna and former Murray State Alumni Affairs Director Donna Herndon as Grand Marshal of the 2026 Homecoming Parade.

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A group of students, the cast of Beanstalk! The Play!, pose for a photo together.

Murray State University Theatre Arts opens 2026-27 season with BEANSTALK! THE PLAY!

By Dr. Carrie Jerrell

The Murray State University Theatre Arts Program will open its 2026-27 season with BEANSTALK! THE PLAY!, a production by Roz Mihalko and Donna Swift, directed by Murray State senior theatre major Samantha Brannigan.

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