Alumna (n.) – a woman who has graduated from or attended an institution.

Alumnae (n.)  – a group of women who have graduated from or attended an institution.

It’s Women’s History Month and girls just wanna have…funds? In the latest episode of the Racer Alumni Podcast, we give Jordan Lowe the week off and make it all about the ladies. We are joined by three Murray State alumnae who are making a difference for the next generation of Racer women. You’ll meet Murray State University Women’s Center and Pride Center Director Abigail Cox (’09, ’12), Development Officer for the University’s College of Fine Arts and Humanities and the Honors College Kala Allen-Dunn (’10, ’17) and Executive Director of Development Dr. Tina Bernot (’14, ’21), and hear more about their unique Murray State experiences. 

Listen in as we talk about how the Women’s Center at Murray State has evolved over time and what this generation of collegiate women needs to feel supported, safe and successful during their time as students, how societal and cultural issues impact those needs and what you can do as a Racer grad to have a meaningful impact on their lives. Plus, learn more about Murray State’s recently established Women’s Philanthropy Society. We discuss the group’s mission, goals and the many ways that the founding alumnae and others are finding joy and meaning in pooling their individual wealth, no matter how big or how small, to create opportunities for scholarly women, including Murray State students, alumni, faculty and staff, and how you can be a part of this growing effort.

 If you are interested in volunteering your time or contributing other necessary resources to the Women’s Center at Murray State, reach out to Abigail Cox at msu.womenscenter@murraystate.edu or 270-809-3016. You can also visit the Women's Center online to learn more about their services.  

If you would like to make a gift to the Women’s Philanthropy Society or any fund of your choice to support the next generation of Racers, you can do so quickly and easily online at murraystate.edu/giving. Or, call the Office of Development to learn more at 270-809-3001.

  This podcast was produced with the help of Jim Ray Consulting Services and made possible by members of the Murray State University Alumni Association.  Jim is a 1992 Murray State graduate. He can help you with the concept development, implementation, production and distribution of your own podcast, just as he has done for the MSUAA.

Not a current member of the MSUAA? Let's change that! Join today by visiting murraystate.edu/alumni.