Mason Galemore Contributing Writer mgalemore@murraystate.edu The world didn’t know a pandemic would hit and shut down nearly all travel. For many international students, the gates to education abroad have been closed. Now, they are beginning to open. Murray State has experienced a steady decline in international enrollment. According to the Murray State Fact Book, the Read More
Dionte Berry News Editor dberry11@murraystate.edu This is part two of The News reporting on the adherence to the Timely Warning policy The lack of Timely Warnings regarding campus crime brought into question the Murray State Police’s job of adhering to the rules of the CLERY Act, but the police reassured campus that guidelines are being Read More
Raleigh Hightower Staff Writer rhightower@murraystate.edu After two years of graduation ceremonies modified by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Registrar’s office staff say they are pleased to finally be hosting a more traditional graduation ceremony. The Registrar’s office has been responsible for the planning of the Fall 2021 commencement and the previous commencement ceremonies. The Registrar’s office Read More
Ava Chuppe Staff Writer achuppe@murraystate.edu A team of faculty jurors announced the five winners of this year’s Images of Research Competition. Biology major Gage Barnes earned first place and a $100 gift card to the University Bookstore with his entry, “An Osprey Successfully Catching Breakfast.” The competition, an interdisciplinary contest organized by the Office of Read More
Mason Galemore Contributing Writer mgalemore@murraystate.edu Announcing a new major in musical theatre, the Murray State Music Department says it will blend elements of theatre, music and dance. A bachelor of music in musical theatre will require students to audition in order to be accepted into the program. The new major was created to meet the Read More
Dionte Berry News Editor dberry11@murraystate.edu Graduate student and Murray State Alumnus Evan Barr was involved in a shotgun misfiring accident on Sunday, Nov. 7. Barr graduated in Spring 2021 with a Bachelors in wildlife conservation biology and he is pursuing a masters in the same field. Barr currently is being treated for his injuries in Read More
Throughout the pandemic an emphasis has been made on campus mental health Jill Smith Staff Writer jsmith194@murraystate.edu On-campus groups shine a light on the importance of mental health and create events to provide students with resources. According to the Active Minds website, approximately 89% of college students are experiencing stress or anxiety because of Read More
Raleigh Hightower Staff Writer rhightower@murraystate.edu The Center for Student Engagement and Success hosted its third annual first-generation celebration on Nov. 4 to recognize and celebrate students who are the first in their families that are on the path to graduate from college. The Center for Student Engagement and Success dedicates their work to helping students Read More