The goal of the Student Employee of the Month Program at Murray State University is to recognize members of the Racer community who regularly display the career-focused learning outcomes essential to Kentucky graduates, as outlined by the
. These essential skills are consistent with the
career-readiness competencies.
- Effective Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Quantitative Reasoning (includes providing solutions driven by data)
- Appreciation of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
- Leadership (includes adapting to change and supporting others)
- Professionalism (includes ethical behavior, time management, taking initiative, and demonstrating reliability)
- Civic Engagement
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Applied Learning (includes articulating and applying theoretical content, relevant knowledge, and evolving technology)
- Effective Decision Making
Recipients must be currently employed at Murray State University, and they must be in good academic standing in the month they are awarded.
Winners of the Student Employee of the Month receive a gift basket full of MSU gear, courtesy of Career Services. Each winner will be recognized during the Student Employee banquet, a come-and-go event held during National Student Employment Week during the second week of April.
Nominations are due by 3pm on the 15th of each month with the exception of April's nominations, which are due on April 1st. Awards will be given in the months of September, October, November, December, January, February, March, and April. Multiple nominations are allowed on separate forms.
Nominations will be sent to the selection committee for final decisions.
