Murray State University Certified by NCAA

Murray State University has been recertified by the National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA), affirmation that the institution operates its program in conformity with the operating principles adopted by the Division I membership.

Similar to the University's reaccreditation process for its academic operation, NCAA certifications are conducted on 10-year cycles. Murray State last went through the process and was certified in 1999. Also similar to reaccreditation, the certification follows a comprehensive, year long self study of the athletic operations, a site visit by a peer review team, an NCAA certification committee's review of the self-study, and a report by the peer review team.

The self study includes a review of three primary components: governance and commitment to rules compliance; academic integrity; equity and student-athlete well-being.

“I am very pleased to announce that Murray State has been certified by the NCAA following its regular comprehensive review of our entire athletics program,” said Murray State President Dr. Randy Dunn. “I'm tremendously proud of our student-athletes, coaches, staff, and athletic administration who worked so diligently throughout the recertification process and who represent our intercollegiate athletics program so well. MSU's certification is evidence of the quality of our programs and our people.”

Judy Brookhiser, Associate Professor Wellness & Therapeutic Sciences, chaired the self-study committee. Gary Brockway, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, Don Robertson, Vice President for Student Affairs, and John Rall, General Counsel chaired the three component subcommittees.

“The self-study process spanned over a year of dedicated effort from a broad-based representation of faculty, staff, students, and people from the community who carefully analyzed all aspects of the Athletics Department,” stated Brookhiser. “The outcome demonstrates that the Murray State Department of Athletics is committed to ongoing excellence in the service of student-athletes, ethical operation, and equal opportunity.”

The University has over 300 student-athletes participating in 16 intercollegiate sports at the Division I level, the highest level of athletics in the college ranks.

“I am proud that Murray State can boast of a program that is not only successful on the field, but also operates with a firm commitment to the integrity of the program as a whole,” added Director of Athletics Allen Ward. “It is a testament to the many dedicated individuals that participated in this process. I want to publicly thank them for their efforts and recognize them for their significant contributions to the university and its athletics program.”

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