As Time Goes By: Casablanca
On the night of Casablanca, scholars seemed to just pour into the room. So much so, that scholars were even turned away at the door because it was so full. It was a highly anticipated film by many scholars, the movie went head to head with "Singin' in the Rain" as a double feature in the Classic Film Series installments...
Kazoos Take Over Freedom-Fest!
On July 4 at 8 a.m., scholars from four general studies classes departed from Franklin Hall to participate in Murray's Freedom-Fest Parade. Scholars marched one mile playing patriotic classics (My Old Kentucky Home and You're a Grand Old Flag) on the kazoo...
Do the Right Thing: The Highs and Lows of “Fighting the Power”
Do the Right Thing was the first movie presented during Murray GSP’s classic film series. Over 100 scholars piled into Room 208 in Faculty Hall, buzzing with excitement and filling up chairs, curious on what the movie had in store. Brenna Sherrill, the curator of the series, prefaced the screening with a warning on intense and disturbing scenes that addressed sensitive topics...
Kindness Club “Rocks!”
The Governor's Scholars Program highly recommends scholars involve themselves in clubs throughout their stay. Kindness Club has been a GSP tradition through the years to promote a positive environment for the community. This year, RA Calder Beasley sponsored Kindness Club to help keep this tried-and-true tradition for scholars...
Scholars Slay at Showcase Week 1
June 30 was a day of anticipation as nerves crept into the minds of 12 scholars who would soon be performing in Johnson Theatre. This GSP tradition fills the room with laughter, applause and music as scholars demonstrate their skills...
Tori Murden McClure: The Pearl of GSP
On Monday June 26, this year's Governor’s Scholars were treated to the likeness of Tori Murden McClure, a courageous and groundbreaking woman who generously shared stories from her life and what she learned from her experiences.
Fireworks Light Up the Night!
On the night of July 4, scholars were enthused to find out that they were being treated to a surprise firework show! While scholars were meant to be kept in the dark about the fireworks, some scholars found out about them earlier than intended. Anticipation and excitement crept as the news dispersed around campus.