Morehead State University facts for kids
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Former name
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Morehead Normal School (1887–1922) Morehead State Normal School (1922–1926) Morehead State Normal School and Teachers College (1926–1930) Morehead State Teachers College (1930–1948) Morehead State College (1948–1966) |
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| Motto | Lux |
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Motto in English
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Light |
| Type | Public university |
| Established | 1887 |
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Academic affiliations
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Space-grant |
| Endowment | $79 million (2024) |
| President | Joseph A. (Jay) Morgan |
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Academic staff
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405 |
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Administrative staff
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591 |
| Students | 8,791 (fall 2024) |
| Undergraduates | 8,258 (fall 2024) |
| Postgraduates | 533 (fall 2024) |
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Kentucky
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United States
38°11′20″N 83°25′52″W / 38.189°N 83.431°W |
| Campus | Rural 700 acres (2 km2) |
| Colors | Blue and Gold |
| Nickname | Eagles |
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Sporting affiliations
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NCAA Division I FCS OVC, Pioneer Football League |
| Mascot | Beaker |
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Morehead State University (MSU) is a public university located in Morehead, Kentucky, United States. It started as a small school called Morehead Normal School in 1887. Today, it's a big university where students can learn many different subjects. MSU is also home to the Craft Academy for Excellence in Science and Mathematics, a special program for high school students.
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History of Morehead State University
Morehead State University began as Morehead Normal School. It opened its doors in October 1887. On the very first day, only one student showed up! The school was in a small rented house.
In 1922, the state of Kentucky took over the school. It became Morehead State Normal School. The first students at this new state school started in 1923. They graduated their first class in 1927. Over the years, the school's name changed a few times. It finally became Morehead State University in 1966.
Many leaders have guided the university. Joseph A. Morgan became the 14th president on July 1, 2017.
Leaders of Morehead State
- Frank C. Button, 1923–29
- John Howard Payne, 1929–35
- Harvey A. Babb, 1935–40
- William H. Vaughan, 1940–46
- William J. Baird, 1946–51
- Charles R. Spain, 1951–54
- Adron Doran, 1954–77
- Morris L. Norfleet, 1977–84
- Herb. F. Reinhard Jr., 1984–86
- A.D. Albright, 1986–87
- C. Nelson Grote, 1987–92
- Ronald G. Eaglin, 1992–2004
- Wayne D. Andrews, 2005–2017
- Joseph A. Morgan, 2017–present
What Students Learn at Morehead State
Morehead State University offers many different study programs. These include two-year, four-year, and graduate degrees. The university has four main colleges. These colleges focus on arts, humanities, social sciences, business, technology, education, and science.
MSU was the first school in Kentucky to offer a full degree program online. This was a Master of Business Administration (MBA). It is also one of only five schools in the U.S. that offers a bachelor's degree in space science. More than 74,000 people have earned degrees from MSU.
Craft Academy for Science and Math
The Craft Academy for Excellence in Science and Mathematics started in 2014. It's a special program for high school juniors and seniors. About 220 students live on campus at Morehead State University. They take college classes while still in high school.
Students at Craft Academy earn a high school diploma. They also get at least 60 hours of college credit from MSU. The best part is that tuition, room, and meals are all free! This academy is supported by generous donations.
Morehead State Campus
Morehead State University is in the beautiful foothills of the Daniel Boone National Forest. The main campus is over 700 acres big. It has more than 50 major buildings.
Beyond the main campus, the university owns other properties. These include a large agricultural complex and a public golf course. There are 135 classrooms and 150 laboratories for learning. The university also has housing for about 2,900 students. In 2009, a new building for space science research opened.
Arts and Culture at MSU
Morehead State University has a strong focus on the arts. The Arts and Humanities Council helps create cultural events. These events happen both on and off campus. Morehead is known for its support of the arts in Kentucky. It is home to the Kentucky Folk Art Center.
The Little Company is a student theater group at MSU. They perform plays and workshops for schools every year. The university also has a great dance program.
Morehead State Public Radio
Morehead State Public Radio (MSPR) is run by Morehead State University. Its main station is WMKY at 90.3 FM. WMKY broadcasts with 50,000 watts. It reaches over 20 counties in Kentucky, Ohio, and West Virginia. The WMKY studios are on the university campus. WMKY has been on the air since 1965.
Morehead State Sports
The sports teams at Morehead State are called the Eagles. Their mascot is named Beaker. The school colors are blue and gold. The Eagles compete in NCAA Division I sports. Most teams play in the Ohio Valley Conference (OVC). The football team plays in the Pioneer Football League.
Morehead State has 17 different sports teams. These include baseball, basketball, football, golf, soccer, softball, and volleyball. They also have cheerleading, dance, and rifle teams.
Eagles' Achievements
The Morehead State Eagles men's basketball team has won championships. They won the OVC tournament in 2009. This sent them to the NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament. In 2011, they famously upset Louisville in the NCAA tournament. This was their second NCAA Tournament win in three years.
The coed cheerleading squad at MSU has won 23 national championships. The all-female squad has won 10 national titles.
Student Life: Greek Organizations
Morehead State University has several fraternities and sororities. These are social organizations for students on campus.
Famous People from Morehead State
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Steve Inskeep
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Steve Kazee
