While students spent the unexpected “snow week” sleeping, sledding and studying, it was up to Facilities Management to keep campus as safe as possible. President Bob Davies held a special luncheon Thursday afternoon to thank all the faculty and staff that did their part to handle the historic winter weather conditions. “This is truly just Read More
The staff editorial is the majority opinion of The Murray State News Editorial Board. Many students rely on scholarships in order to afford college. Thanks to the generosity of benefactors and foundations, we can go to school at a far-reduced and sometimes free rate. For that, we are gracious. However, the way the University is Read More
Scheduling for classes was complicated further for some students when they found holds on their accounts for failure to submit thank-you letters for scholarships. Those with holds placed on their accounts received a final email Nov. 6 sent from the Office of Development and the Scholarship Office notifying them of their change in registration status. Read More
A wise, chubby yellow bear with a love for fine honey once said something that makes sense of goodbyes. “How lucky am I to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard.” This week, I say goodbye to The Murray State News and all of its people. I’ve designed 44 front pages, 14 special sections Read More
My mom has multiple sclerosis, a debilitating disease causing interference between the brain, spinal cord and other areas of the body. There is no cure, and the cause is unknown. Some people are hardly affected, living normal lives. In severe cases, people lose the ability to walk and speak clearly. My mom has no control Read More