Murray State English as a Second Language Program

06/02/2026

Our instructors aren’t just English teachers. They’re instructors with advanced degrees, experience, and heart.

Why does that matter?

Because you’ll get:

▶ Clear explanations that come from years of teaching multilingual learners
▶ Instruction shaped by advanced training and real classroom experience
▶ Encouragement and support that help you prepare for university‑level English

And this is just one part of what makes our program strong.

Stay tuned to learn more!

Photos: Our current instructors from left to right, Weihong Gao, Heather Johnston, Karen Larsson, Bella Raj, and Tim Wallin

05/13/2026

This time last week we were busy finishing up the Spring semester, but we weren't too busy to celebrate!

▪️Marshmallow Challenge with IIS staff (Students won!)
▪️Recognition ceremony for our graduates, Hanna Sato and En Hsu Kuo
▪️Pizza party full of stories, laughter, and great memories

Thank you to all our students, teachers, and staff for a wonderful semester.

To those returning in the Fall, see you soon.

To those moving on, we wish you the very best.

05/01/2026

Have you signed up yet?

The ESL Racer Connection, our alumni newsletter, is launching soon, and we want to make sure you're on the list.

If you want to:
✨ hear about your former classmates
✨ stay in the know about what's happening in the ESL Program today
✨ reminisce about your time in ESL
..then fill out the Google Form and keep an eye on your inbox. The first edition is coming soon!

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03/07/2026

Another spring semester short-term study and cultural experience has come and gone. Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your English language journey, Tenri University students!

02/09/2026

Have you heard? We'd love to stay in touch with our alumni!

We want to stay in touch! If you’ve taken ESL courses at MSU, we’d love to hear from you.
Please fill out this quick form with your contact info so we can keep you updated with news & events from the ESL department.
https://forms.gle/AQtGUdqJtmskc1867

11/16/2023

ESL students traveled to Land Between the Lakes and Paducah Kentucky.

09/18/2023

ESL students recently enjoyed a trip to Nashville, TN.

07/14/2023

ESL graduation for Summer 2023! Graduates from Mali & Japan, and group students from EAN Univ in Columbia, UISIL in Costa Rica, Kongju National Univ in South Korea, and Qingdao Agricultural Univ in China. A great group of students.

05/01/2023

Pinho Joaquim Munhequeira, a new student from Mozambique, presented his flag to the ESL Program and the Institute for International Studies. We appreciate this kind gift and are very happy that Pinho has chosen to make his "home away from home" here at Murray State.

02/09/2023

The ESL Program recently held a recognition ceremony for students from Kongju University who are completing a 4 week program. Their classmates, friends, and ESL/MSU staff came out to celebrate their accomplishments.