IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Distinguished Mentor Award
Nomination Deadline: Monday, January 26
Email Dr. Amanda Joyce (ajoyce4@murraystate.edu) the list of nomination requirements.
Board of Regents Teaching Excellence Award
Nomination Deadline: Monday, February 2
Distinguished Researcher Award
Nomination Deadline: Tuesday, February 3
Emerging Scholar Award
Nomination Deadline: Tuesday, February 3
Presidential Research Award
Nomination Deadline: Friday, February 6
COEHS Faculty & Staff: Please help spread the word to your students! 📚🍎
COEHS education students who need support covering the cost of the Praxis can apply for a Praxis Achieve Voucher. ✅
🗓️ Application deadline: January 30, 2026
If you have students that will be graduating in Spring 2027 and will be during their student teaching that semester, they might be interested in PDS - Professional Development School.
It gives them the opportunity to do their big practicum and student teaching in the same school with the same teachers and same students.
Contact Debbie Bushart at dbushart@murraystate.edu for more 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!
In an effort to showcase the outstanding work of our College of Education and Human Services faculty, we will be highlighting recent presentations, publications, and other scholarly accomplishments.
Please use the Google form below to submit any recent professional accomplishments. Submissions will be featured on our COEHS bulletin board and shared on our social media platforms to celebrate and promote the impactful work happening across our college.
Thank you for helping us showcase the excellence within COEHS!
PROGRAM UPDATES
Dr. Landon Clark and Dr. Teresa Clark are coordinating the Cultural Leadership Academy (CLA) for the 11th year. The 2026 sessions will begin February 23 at the Paducah Regional Campus.
The cohort will consist of law enforcement professionals from the Paducah Police Department. Participants will complete modules in February and April, culminating in the CLA Certificate Ceremony.
PHOTO OF THE WEEK
Congrats to Jillian Smith on winning the CPR training raffle!
Special thanks to Dr. Jessica Pryor and Lauren Williams for hosting the training and providing the prize.
Spring Semester - 2026
January 12- Spring Term Begins
January 19- Campus Closed
January 30-31- Admitted Student Weekend
March 4- First Half Semester Ends
March 5- Second Half Semester Begins
March 16-20- Spring Break; University Closed March 18-20
March 25- Racer Day
April 22- Spring Senior Breakfast
May 9- Spring Commencement (in Racer Arena due to CFSB Renovation)
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.