Murray State University President Dr. Ron Patterson

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Murray State University President Dr. Ron Patterson

The official page of Dr. Ron Patterson, 15th President of Murray State University.

05/09/2026

Congrats, Class of 2026! 🎉🎓 🎓 🎓
Racer Nation just got stronger!

05/04/2026

This weekend, the UpNext AAU Travel Basketball team competed in the 2026 Slam Fest at Hopkins County Central High School. The UpNext AAU Travel Basketball team went 4-0 and brought home the championship rings. Thank you Coach Shumpert and Coach Warfield.

05/03/2026

It’s the final week of the semester which means Racers are receiving their diploma soon!

Check out all the commencement information such as the ceremony schedules, parking, tickets, location, and details here: https://www.murraystate.edu/commencement/index.aspx

04/28/2026

Dinner and dessert were amazing. Thanks to the Sigma Phi Epsilon (Sig Eps) for hosting. I enjoyed the meaningful conversation, ideas/feedback, and food. Go Racers!

04/26/2026

Congratulations to Coach Shumpert, Assistant Coaches, and Team UpNext travel basketball for going 4-0 in their division at the Grassroots Showcase in Louisville, Kentucky. These young men played great selfless team basketball 🏀.

04/24/2026

Yesterday, I presented at the Kentucky Association for Economic Development’s annual conference. The economic developers, business leaders, community stakeholders, and industry partners-discussed trends, shared best practices, and collaborated to drive economic growth in Kentucky.

04/09/2026

Today, Tony Prim, Associate Director for Business Retention and Expansion in Hopkinsville, Kentucky provided Chris Woolridge and I an opportunity to tour Commonwealth Agri-Energy. Thank you Jonathan Stahl, Plant Manager for an amazing tour of their facility.

04/06/2026

As you know, financial aid and scholarships play an integral role in the enrollment lifecycle and success of students. We’re looking for a Director of Financial Aid and Scholarships. If you or anyone in your network might be interested. Contact us at [email protected].

04/05/2026

To everyone celebrating Easter, he is risen! Jenny, Olivia, Braylon, Isaiah and I wish you all a happy and blessed Easter. Go Racers! 🙏

03/16/2026

The Women’s Basketball team punched their ticket to the NCAA March Madness. The Men’s Basketball team was invited to the National Invitation Tournament (NIT). Three members of the Rifle team competed at the NCAA national tournament. Go Racers!

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1244 Jack Vest Dr, Johnson City, TN 37614
Johnson City, TN
37614

Website

http://murraystate.edu/

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