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Thompson speaks university value at Sparks lecture

Harper Spaulding, Staff Writer May 6, 2025

The College of Education and Human Services celebrated its 40th annual Harry M. Sparks Distinguished Lecture Series with a speech on the benefits, challenges...

Jack Epperson's case has been continued.

Epperson’s case continues, new hearing June 16

Harper Spaulding, Staff Writer May 6, 2025

Former Murray State student Jack Epperson continues to face state charges following his arrest in 2023 and guilty plea to federal charges.  A Murray...

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Internships face government trouble

Shelby Bloomer, Contributing Writer May 6, 2025

Uncertainties surrounding federal funding can negatively impact or reduce student internship opportunities on campus. One Murray State student recounts...

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Faculty Senate revises handbook, attempts to preserve tenure

River Murt, News Editor May 6, 2025

Kentucky House Bill 424, a continuous piece of legislation dedicated to regulating tenure, was passed by the general assembly via override after it was...

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ZeRuth wins faculty regent

River Murt, News Editor May 3, 2025

With 62% of the vote, Gary ZeRuth is elected Faculty Regent to the Board of Regents for the next academic year.  This came after Melony Shemberger,...

The sisters of Alpha Delta Pi celebrate after being named grand champions.

Alpha Delta Pi wins 67th All Campus Sing

Zach Simmons, Editor in Chief April 30, 2025

After two delays, one of Murray State's greatest traditions finally took place on April 30. Alpha Delta Pi were named grand champions of the 67th All...

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Dudley says tuition rate increases 4.2%, student minimum wages also

River Murt, News Editor April 30, 2025

Murray State leaders announced a 4.2% increase in tuition during the annual Budget Town Hall Meeting, as well as in student worker minimum wages and the...

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Student visa restored, for now

River Murt, News Editor April 28, 2025

The New York Times reported the Trump Administration had “walked back” their cancellation of more than 1,500 student visas. According to National Public...

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New candidates run for faculty regent

Shelby Bloomer, Contributing Writer April 24, 2025

Voting is open this week for the new Faculty Regent. As Melony Shemberger, incumbent two-term Regent, is not seeking another term, four new candidates...

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Course purge threatens low enrolled classes

Harper Spaulding, Staff Writer April 24, 2025

Murray State’s course catalog could be shrinking as the University looks to remove courses with low enrollment. In a statement provided to The Murray...

Murray State alumna Scottlynn Ballard wore her stole from the Office of Multicultural Initiatives when she graduated in May 2024.

DEI programs undergo facelift

Ania Delaney Boutin, Senior Writer April 24, 2025

Murray State’s Pride Center no longer exists–neither does the Women’s Center or the Office of Multicultural Initiatives. All of these organizations...

SGA President-elect Ali Khatib speaks at the rally

Activists rally for international community

Zoe Lewis, Contributing Writer April 24, 2025

A coalition of organizations gathered in a rally April 22 to advocate the rights of international students and workers. The rally took place in the Free...

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