Imagine how different iconic movies such as “Flubber,” “Hook” and “Mrs. Doubtfire” would have been without Robin Williams cast in his specific roles. If another actor filled those shoes, would the movies have the same impacts on society? The sudden death of the actor and comedian sparked a conversation around the nation about suicide and Read More
As the fourth week of classes is coming to a close, students’ agendas are quickly filling up with assignments and events. Stress is an inevitable part of college life. Some Racers choose to release this stress by practicing yoga. Held in the Carr Health Building Dance Studio, three different offerings of connected warrior yoga and vinyasa Read More
After a fire destroyed costumes, props and a storage unit at Playhouse in the Park in July, director Lisa Cope had to improvise and find a way to keep the community theater afloat. “We lost all of our props, all of our furniture,” Cope said. “We lost tuxedoes and wedding gowns and prom dresses and Read More
Award-nominated speaker Bob Hall come to Murray State to present his Nonviolent Sexuality Series to students and faculty Sept. 17. Hall will present four workshops, each geared towards a different group. One lecture will be specifically for faculty, housing, Public Safety and Emergancy Management and professional staff. The other sessions will be for Greek Life, Read More
This year’s Conversation and Dessert, hosted by the LGBT community and other local sponsors, will reflect the movement and the changing perspectives across the country, specifically with transgender equality. “This (LGBT) movement around the country has taken off faster than any other human rights movement we’ve ever seen,” said Jody Cofer Randall, Lesbian Gay Bisexual Read More
Murray State has a history of successful scholars. One scholar in particular, Jason Morrow, in less than five years after graduation has completed nine novels and is working on his 10th. Morrow graduated from Murray State in 2009 with a degree in print journalism. Throughout college he gained the experiences that ultimately led him to Read More
Universities across the country take precautions every day to keep their campuses safe. This week marked the beginning of National Campus Safety Awareness Month, and safety is a commitment at Murray State. Murray State, along with other Kentucky universities, must follow the same laws and regulations. According to Clery Center website, “The Michael Minger Act Read More
While students are coughing and sneezing their way to Health Services, Judy Lyle, interim associate director and health educator at Health Services, prepares for a day’s work filled with illnesses and bacteria. “We get everything from sore throats, urinary tract infections and injuries,” Lyle said. “We’re seeing a little bit of everything.” Students are already Read More