Racer Success
Academic success resources for students and families
Students, Murray State University is here to support you!
Spring 2022 Academic Calendar
January 18 — Classes begin
March 9 — 1st half semester courses end
March 10 — 2nd half semester courses begin
March 21-22 - Spring Break - Classes dismissed; Offices open
March 23-25 - Spring Break - Classes Dismissed and Offices closed
May 6 — Classes end
May 9-13 — Finals
May 14 — Commencement
Please continue to be in touch with your faculty members and academic advisors. They are prepared to help answer your questions related to your courses.
We hope the following information, resources and tips are helpful to you. Stay positive, safe and healthy. Murray State is here to assist you in any way possible as we successfully complete the semester.
Resources
- Murray State Account and Password Overview
- Computer and Browser Requirements for Instructional Technologies
- Getting started with Google’s G Suite at Murray State University
- Canvas 101 - Canvas Student Orientation
- View Instructor Comments on Assignments
- Comprehensive Canvas Help and Tutorials Index
- How to write an email to your teacher
- Coping with Coronavirus - how faculty members can support students in traumatic times
- Microsoft Office for Students
- Academic Integrity
- Zoom 101 - Zoom is a cloud-based video conferencing tool integrated into the Canvas
Learning Management System (LMS).
- Starfish Student Success Network
- Welcome to the Starfish Student Success Network! Murray State cares about you and your success. That’s why we’re using the Starfish Student Success Network to empower you to be successful.
- You can find many resources and information guides within Starfish. One of the best features of Starfish is that you can "raise your hand" to request help for course issues, COVID-19 concerns, and more.
Frequently Asked Questions
University Counseling Services provides free and confidential mental health counseling for all enrolled students. The Counseling Center is now open, and counselors are available to meet with students. We are strongly encouraging all clients to participate in remote sessions via Zoom rather than in-person sessions, in order to protect everyone's health. Please contact us at msu.counselingcenter@murraystate.edu for more information. Self-help resources are available on our website. If it is an emergency situation, please contact the Murray State Police Department at 270.809.2222.
Murray State University Health Services is located on the first floor of Wells Hall, facing the quad. Operating hours are Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. (closed for lunch from 1-2 p.m.) and from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. Individuals can reach a physician at 270.809.3809. Individuals can also call after hours to reach a physician. After hours, call Primary Care Medical Center at 270.759.9200 and ask for Dr. Robert Hughes, our Chief Medical Officer.
Members of the campus community may also contact Primary Care Medical Center of Murray at 270.759.9200.
Academic Advising
Your academic advisor is here to assist you in many ways and help you make the best decisions including courses, schedules and degree requirements.
Learn more about Academic Advising
Helpful Contact Information
- Student Engagement and Success - “Not sure where to start? Start with us!”
msu.success@murraystate.edu- Peggy Whaley - 270.809.2274, pwhaley@murraystate.edu
- Jennifer Smith - 270.809.2684, jsmith143@murraystate.edu
- Dining Services
270.809.4600
msu.dining@murraystate.edu - Housing Office
msu.housing@murraystate.edu
270.809.2310 - Information Systems – Service Desk
270.809.2346
msu.servicedesk@murraystate.edu - Office of the Registrar
270.809.5630
msu.registrar@murraystate.edu - Student Affairs
270.809.6831
msu.studentaffairs@murraystate.edu - Student Financial Services
270.809.2546
msu.sfa@murraystate.edu - University Counseling Services
270.809.6851
msu.counselingcenter@murraystate.edu - University Libraries
270.809.2053
msu.libraries@murraystate.edu