In honor of the centennial, the new “Be Bold: Forever Blue and Gold” fundraising campaign strives to raise $100 million for the University over the next few years.

President Bob Jackson announced “Be Bold: Forever Blue and Gold” at the Presidential Centennial Gala on Saturday, Oct. 29. 

The funds from the campaign will be split in half. In terms of support $50 million will go toward student access, including scholarship endowments, and another $50 million will support students who excel academically and the modernization of campus facilities.

Tina Bernot, executive director of Development, said the University’s goal is to create newly endowed faculty positions and ask donors to invest more in teaching. 

“We will continue to restore our original campus buildings and new green spaces and build champions by investing in our athletic programs and facilities,” Bernot said. “Together, we will make Murray State University an accessible and modern campus for the 21st century that is welcoming to all students.”

Jackson said in his four years as president, the University raised $52 million in donor money before the campaign was properly announced. More about the  “Be Bold” campaign can be found at murraystate.edu/giving.

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