ODEQ Certification Class

Murray State College hosted a free water operator training certification class this past Wednesday and Thursday.

Representatives from Murray State College, the Cities of Tishomingo and Coalgate, and a few students were in attendance to advance their knowledge on the subject matter.

These individuals were able to take a certification exam to receive their respective Class C or D Water Operator license.

Murray State Industrial Engineering Students Tour SG Echo Plant

MSC Industrial Engineering students had the opportunity to tour the SG Echo plant in Durant this past Thursday.

Students were shown the different stages of building modular buildings that are used for offices, homes, stores and restaurants.

They also had the opportunity to see the application of topics that they learn in the Industrial Engineering program.

Plant personnel also discussed their future plans of expansion as well as current and future career and internship opportunities.

Murray State Board of Regents Recognize Students' Accomplishments

Murray State Board of Regents honored some of Murray's high-achieving students at their meeting Tuesday night.

Murray's Shotgun Team, FBLA, PTK and the women's basketball team were recognized. Each team coach introduced their team members and highlighted the achievements made.

A special presentation was given by Murray State PTK student Justin Whittington. A poem that he wrote was selected and published in PTK's anthology journal - only 24 students were selected from more than 1,000 entries. His instructor, Tracey Hickman, had the honor of reading Justin's poem to everyone.

Thank you!

"It's amazing to hear all of the achievements that these students have accomplished. We are proud of their successes and can't wait to see what the future holds for them."

- Suzie Brewster

Murray State Board of Regents Chair

Davis Chamber Breakfast

Murray State Ardmore Vice President Ginger Cothran attended the Davis Chamber Breakfast on Friday morning.

Speaker of the House of Representatives Charles McCall gave an update on current legislation.

Murray State Hosts Aggie Palooza Carnival

To help kick off the start of "Aggie Palooza," Murray State Student Affairs organized a carnival in the gardens. The carnival-like atmosphere included games, funnel cakes, churros and more.

In addition, the University of Oklahoma and U.S. Army came out to visit with the students. The Oklahoma Department of Health provided health screenings where individuals learned their body mass index, body fat, bone mass, metabolic score and more.