Raleigh Hightower Contributing Writer rhightower@murraystate.edu In an effort to promote informed democratic participation, several Murray State faculty members participated in a virtual discussion panel on Sept. 14, titled “Democracy and the Informed Citizen.” The panel, which was sponsored by the Kentucky Humanities Council, examined the essential role journalism and the humanities play in creating informed Read More
Ben Overby Contrbuting Writer boverby2@murraystate.edu Kentucky voters have more options to participate in the general election on Nov. 3 than previous years because of COVID-19. Drew Seib, associate professor of political science and interim department chair, provided insight into both the importance of taking part in the electoral process and how students can participate in Read More
Many public institutions have made voter awareness and confusion on voting ballots an issue of increasing magnitude. Drew Seib, visiting professor of the department of government, law and international affairs, presented research pertaining to the consequences of lengthy ballots on the ability of voters to learn about candidates at a panel discussion in Faculty Hall Read More