The staff editorial is the majority opinion of The Murray State News Editorial Board. When we enrolled, we had already heard how Murray State is ranked in Forbes Magazine or how the city of Murray is considered one of the friendliest cities in the nation. What we weren’t prepared to hear, however, is that art Read More
The staff editorial is the majority opinion of The Murray State News Editorial Board. Murray State’s campus has an old charm. Ivy-covered walls and nearly centuries-old buildings captivate and intrigue students when they realize the rich history this University has to offer. Some buildings have remained active since the day Murray State Normal School was Read More
The staff editorial is the majority opinion of The Murray State News Editorial Board. The presidential search that took place at Murray State was historic. Since opening its doors in 1922, this institution has had twelve presidents in total. The fact that we witnessed Robert Davies become the 13th president to govern this University is Read More
The staff editorial is the majority opinion of The Murray State News Editorial Board. After Gov. Steve Beshear announced a potential 2.5 percent cut to higher education in the Kentucky Budget Address, Murray State had no choice but to discuss cutting corners to fill a $6.9 million gap. Under Interim President Tim Miller, we have Read More
The staff editorial is the majority opinion of The Murray State News Editorial Board. In a society that, for decades, adopted a zero-tolerance attitude toward drugs, it makes sense that the word, “hemp” sparks mass amounts of controversy. However, recent legislation to allow hemp growth in Kentucky may bring hemp back as an economic game Read More
The staff editorial is the majority opinion of The Murray State News Editorial Board. In a college town, the scenario of a student binge drinking to the point of danger is not unheard of. Sometimes students are forced to make a difficult decision – whether or not to call for help in that situation. Medical Read More
Our View The staff editorial is the majority opinion of The Murray State News Editorial Board. The publication of the Annual Campus Security Report and Fire Safety Report signifies a positive change in how Murray State keeps students informed on crime in their area. Transparency is important for feeling connected with the University and it Read More
Our View The staff editorial is the majority opinion of The Murray State News Editorial Board. Students are undoubtedly the most important part of any university. As the primary consumers of an institution, we should be kept satisfied, safe and in high priority by our school. However, it seemed like Murray State was one university Read More