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UPCOMING EVENTS
Can't make it in-person? Don't worry!
The Sparks Lecture will be live streamed and recorded to watch at your convenience.
The LAST day to RSVP is this Friday, April 18!
The next College Coffee Hour is scheduled for Thursday, April 24 at 9:00 a.m.
Stop by the Multipurpose room for conversation and coffee to start your day!
Dr. Melony Shemberger, faculty regent and professor in Journalism and Mass Communications, will join as a special guest.
PRESS RELEASE
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
We’re thrilled to announce this year’s Outstanding Educators! 🍎✨
👏 Outstanding Early Childhood Educator: Susan Crawford (Murray Independent)
👏 Outstanding Elementary Educator: Cassie Ipock (Christian County)
👏 Outstanding Middle School Educator: Kathryn Bodine (Graves County)
👏 Outstanding High School Educator: Ashley Fritsche (Calloway County)
These outstanding educators will be recognized at the 40th annual Sparks Lecture Series on Tuesday, April 29.
Reminder:
Finals Week is just around the corner! If you haven’t reserved your rooms yet, now is the time to do so. Securing your space early helps avoid any last-minute conflicts and ensures you have the perfect spot to focus.
This round of Try-a-Bytes is all about creating smarter shortcuts and organizing information more efficiently.
Learn how to use Google Drive shortcuts to reduce redundancy and avoid making multiple copies of the same file or folder. These shortcuts are perfect for placing a single file in multiple locations, making it easier to access relevant materials wherever you need them.
Then, explore Notebook LM—a powerful AI tool that helps you organize your research or notes. It pulls only from the sources you provide, helping generate summaries, notes, and even audio to deepen understanding.
These bytes are here to help simplify your digital workspace and make your workflow work a whole lot smoother.
We are excited to offer faculty and staff the opportunity to update their professional headshots! Whether you need a new photo for your university profile, website, or any other professional purpose, we’ve made it easy for you to schedule a session.
How to Schedule Your Appointment:
Simply use the online appointment calendar to select a time that works best for you! An email follow-up will be sent after an appointment is made.
Using technology like AI or virtual reality in the classroom?
Is your class working on a super cool project?
Schedule a time for me to stop by and grab photos (or video) of your students using technology to enhance their learning.
You can also schedule a time for me to grab photos of group work, class projects, etc.
If you already have photos, feel free to submit them here using the photo folder link!
STUDENT UPDATES
CDI student, Anna McGreevy named Murray State University Outstanding Senior
Congratulations to Anna McGreevy, a CDI major, on being named this year's Outstanding Senior!
Anna will give a speech to fellow graduates on Saturday, May 10 at commencement.
Stay tuned for a press release!
STAFF UPDATES
Congratulations to Jillian Smith, Marketing Coordinator, on receiving The Staff Congress Racer Spirit Award!
Her nominator said “Jillian leads our public relations in the college. She keeps all social platforms current, takes photos, and write news articles. She has elevated this college, through her efforts to a much higher public profile. She is outstanding at her work.”
WATERMARK TIPS
As the course instructor, you can edit visibility and due dates for activities in Watermark. To do this:
Click on the pencil icon (edit) to the far right of the activity title.
Adjust visible date/open for submission date/due date as needed.
Click Publish when finished.
PHOTOS OF THE WEEK
Faculty Banquet
Thursday, April 17
the University hosted the Faculty Awards Banquet to honor academic achievement and dedication.
The College of Education & Human Services proudly recognized:
🎉 Years of Service
🔹 10 Years — Dr. Kemaly Parr (ACS), Dr. Stephanie Schaaf (CDI), Dr. Landon Clark (ELC-not pictured)
🔹 15 Years — Dr. Mi-Hwa Park (ECE), Dr. Samir Patel (ELC/Dean’s Office), Dr. Daniel Hepworth (CJSW-not pictured)
🔹 25 Years — Dr. Eric Umstead (ACS)
🏆 Board of Regents Teaching Award- Dr. Nikki Gaylord (CDI)
SHOUT-OUTS
SHOUT-OUTS
Shout-Out to Amanda Duncan from anonymous
She is the sweetest teacher, she is so understanding, so easy to talk to and loves all her students!
To send your own shout-out, click on the button below to fill out the form. It's a great way to show colleagues how awesome they are!
It will appear in the Midweek Round-Up as well as on the Faculty and Staff Shout-Out Board by the Dean's Office! Be sure to check it out when you're walking by!
COEHS CALENDAR HIGHLIGHTS
COEHS CALENDAR HIGHLIGHTS
Spring Semester - 2025
Jan 13 - First Day of Classes
January 20 - Holiday
February 1 -Admitted Student Kickoff
March 5 - 1 HALF ENDS
March 6 - 2 HALF BEGINS
March 14- Teacher Career Fair
March 19-21 - Spring Break
March 26- Racer Day
April 18- Honors Racer Nation Orientation
April 19- Racer Nation Orientation
April 29- Sparks Lecture
May 2- Classes End
May 5-9- Finals Week
May 10- Commencement
May 29- Holiday
CONNECT WITH US ONLINE
CONNECT WITH US ONLINE
Want to add something to the next Midweek Round-Up?
Want to add something to the next Midweek Round-Up?
Click the button below to let Jillian Smith in the Dean's Office know!
Click the button below to let Jillian Smith in the Dean's Office know!
Remember to be as detailed as possible! Contact Jill with any questions.
Remember to be as detailed as possible! Contact Jill with any questions.
Want to add something to the next Monday Saddle-Up (student newsletter)?
Want to add something to the next Monday Saddle-Up (student newsletter)?
Click the button below to let Jillian Smith in the Dean's Office know!
Click the button below to let Jillian Smith in the Dean's Office know!
Remember to be as detailed as possible! Contact Jill with any questions.
Remember to be as detailed as possible! Contact Jill with any questions.
SCAVENGER HUNT
A new duck is hiding somewhere in Alexander Hall! Who will find it next?
Snap a photo and send to jsmith194@murraystate.edu then hide it somewhere new.
Good luck!
The mission of the College of Education and Human Services is to prepare future leaders, advocates, and practitioners through authentic, engaging, and student-centered academic programs for successful careers that positively impact communities.
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