Murray State University College of Education and Human Services

05/27/2026

Congratulations to our Spring 2026 Dean’s and President’s List recipients! 🎉

Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence continue to make the College of Education and Human Services proud. We celebrate all you’ve accomplished this semester and can’t wait to see what you achieve next! 💙💛

05/22/2026

Join the future of education at the College of Education and Human Services! 📚✨

The Department of Adolescent, Career, and Special Education is seeking an assistant professor for the Special Education program — an opportunity to help prepare the next generation of educators and make a lasting impact in the field.

Ready to learn more or apply? Click the link below! ⬇️

Teach undergraduate/graduate courses emphasizing teacher preparation for high and low incidence disabilities at on-campus and off-campus sites. Duties include advising students, collaborating across university departments and the community as well as supervising students in field placements, teacher...

05/21/2026

Making a difference beyond the classroom 💙🍎

Dr. Jamie Mahoney, associate professor of special education and faculty advisor for the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC), recently presented $200 classroom supply checks to Amanda Coleman of Calloway County High School and Raegan Powell of Murray High School.

Thanks to fundraising efforts led by CEC, these funds will help provide much-needed resources for local special education classrooms and support the incredible educators serving students across our region. ✨

05/20/2026

The Kentucky Council of Teachers of Mathematics (KCTM) is excited to announce the inaugural KCTM Summer Math Collective, a one-day professional learning experience designed to connect educators and strengthen mathematics teaching and learning across Kentucky.
This event will feature keynote presenter Leslie Texas, nationally recognized math consultant and author of Authentic Opportunities for Writing About Math, along with outstanding Kentucky educators representing elementary, middle, and high school mathematics.

Participants will engage in whole-group and grade-band sessions focused on practical instructional strategies, meaningful collaboration, and classroom-ready ideas that can be implemented immediately. Attendees will also receive lunch and instructional resources as part of registration.

Event Details:
📅 July 14, 2024
📍 Murray State University, Alexander Hall
💲 Registration: $50
⏰ Registration closes July 7

Register Online at: https://kctm.givebacks.com/w/UpcomingEvents2

05/15/2026

Murray State University honored Holly Bloodworth, senior instructor in elementary education, with the 2026 Max Carman Outstanding Teacher Award during the University’s annual Senior Breakfast on April 22 in recognition of her exceptional commitment to preparing future educators and the lasting impact she has made on her students.

To read more, visit murraystate.edu/news

05/14/2026

Murray State University announced that Dr. Stephanie Schaaf, department chair of the Center for Communication Disorders, received the inaugural Dr. Victor S. Raj Excellence in Academic Departmental Leadership Award in recognition of her outstanding leadership, mentorship and dedication to student success.

To read more, visit murraystate.edu/news

05/14/2026

Learning beyond the classroom 👏

05/13/2026

Last week, we had the opportunity to connect with approximately 350 Marshall County freshmen at the Kenneth Shadowen Performing Arts Center! 🍎📚

Students learned more about the Teaching and Learning Pathway and Teacher Apprenticeship opportunities as they explored future careers in education. We loved sharing how they can make a difference in the lives of future generations through teaching. 💙✨

Special thanks to our K-12 Liaison, Kem Cothran, for her incredible work connecting with schools across our region and helping create opportunities like this for future educators!

05/12/2026

Murray State University’s College of Education and Human Services is preparing students to become compassionate, highly trained advocates for victims of crime through its interdisciplinary Crime Victim Advocate (CVA) Certificate program.

Offered through the Department of Criminal Justice and Social Work, the certificate addresses the growing need for professionals who can effectively support victims while navigating the complexities of the criminal justice system.

To read more, visit murraystate.edu/news

05/11/2026

From first-day moments to graduation celebrations 🎓✨

Take a look back at all the memories, milestones, and fun we shared throughout the 2025–2026 academic year in COEHS! 💙💛