PRESS RELEASES
Pictured from left to right: Tripp Gibson (’08), Kelli Burkeen Parsons (’90, ’91), Dale Wilson (’70), Summer T-Oni Carney (’04), John “Bosco” Bostic (’72), Kathy Harris (’80) and Jonathan Lemmon (’08).
WHATEVER THIS IS: EPISODE 2
Join Dr. Samir Patel, Assistant Dean, and Jillian Smith, Marketing Coordinator, as they sit down with COEHS faculty and staff to dive deep into their incredible work, passions, and the groundbreaking impact they’re making in education and beyond. 🌟
Whether it's transforming lives in the classroom or shaping the future of our communities, these conversations are not to be missed!
Join us for the second episode where we talk to Shelly Anderson, administrative assistant in the Adolescent, Career, and Special Education department.
PHOTOS OF THE WEEK
Honors Luncheon
Friday, May 9
College of Education and Human Services honored our graduating seniors!
Department of Adolescent, Career, & Special Education
Shannon O’Neal- Outstanding Senior in Health and Physical Education, Award
T’Erricka Rush- Outstanding Senior in Middle School Education
Emily Conner- Outstanding Senior in Career and Technical Education
Jayln Hodge- Outstanding Scholarship Student in Learning and Behavior Disorders
Caroline Gruber- Outstanding Senior in Learning and Behavior Disorders
Center for Communication Disorders
Tessa Bradley & Anna McGreevy- Outstanding Senior in Communication Disorders (not pictured)
Department of Criminal Justice and Social Work
Ava Baker & Tori Shepherd- Outstanding Seniors in Criminal Justice
Briar Shields- Outstanding Criminal Justice Student Leader
Alisha Umstead- Outstanding Social Work Program Persistence Award
Stephen McGuire- Outstanding Social Work Field Student
Keisha Jackson- Social Work Program Grace and Courage Award (not pictured)
Department of Early Childhood & Elementary Education
Carly Ogilvie- Outstanding Senior in Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education
Leah Bathon- Outstanding Senior in Elementary Education
Department of Educational Studies, Leadership, and Counseling
Kristina Logan- Outstanding Senior in Human Services (not pictured)
College of Education & Human Services
Abigayle Cothran- Outstanding Student Teacher Awards
Sadie Boggs - Outstanding Student Teacher Awards
Faith Dennis - Outstanding Student Teacher Award
Outstanding COEHS Student Teaching - Teacher Performance Assessment Award
Emily Connor
Caleb Flesch
Caroline Gruber
Charlotte Humphrey
Ella Rasche
Brittany Young
College of Education & Human Services
Madisyn Ransey - Donald B. Hunter Distinguished Service Award
Isabella Kuhl - Truman D. Whitfield Memorial Award
CDI Graduation Ceremony
Friday, May 9
Congratulations to all the CDI graduates!
SLP Hooding Ceremony
Friday, May 9
Congratulations to all SLP graduates!
PROGRAM UPDATES
The Health and Physical Education program is proud to partner with Rock Steady Boxing to sponsor their Fighting Back Against Parkinson's Disease 5k and 1 mile fun run!
The event will be held on Saturday, June 7th, starting at 8am outside the CFSB center. Runners, walkers, and spectators are all welcome, and Murray State students can use the code MSUHPE50 to get 50% off the cost of registration. We look forward to seeing you there!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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!
WATERMARK TIPS
As the course instructor, you can share the following website with your students, mentors, cooperating teachers: https://sites.google.com/murraystate.edu/coehs-vialivetext/.
This is a one stop shop with regards to Watermark resources as well as a direct link to Watermark SL&L.
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!
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 2- End of Year Celebration
May 5-9- Finals Week
May 10- Commencement
May 29- Holiday
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.