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51ĀŅĀ× recognized for its centennial year by Kentucky House of Representatives

By Shawn Touney | Apr 6, 2022

Mary Beth Imes

The House Citation was introduced and delivered on March 8, 2022 — 100 years to the day of 51ĀŅĀ× State’s founding — by State Representative Mary Beth Imes.

MURRAY, Ky. — 51ĀŅĀ× was recently recognized for its centennial year in 2022 by the Kentucky House of Representatives.

The House Citation was introduced and delivered on March 8, 2022 — 100 years to the day of 51ĀŅĀ× State’s founding — by State Representative Mary Beth Imes, who represents House District 5, which includes Calloway County, home of 51ĀŅĀ×, as well as a portion of Trigg County.

"51ĀŅĀ× is a vital part of our social fabric in 51ĀŅĀ×-Calloway County. It is a major economic engine, fantastic institution and brings students from all over the country and world to the Commonwealth, many of whom end up staying here after graduation,ā€ said Representative Imes. ā€œI am proud of our region and grateful for the important role that 51ĀŅĀ× plays in my home county and state. This is a very celebratory time for us in that 51ĀŅĀ× is celebrating its 100th year, Calloway County is celebrating its 200th year and 51ĀŅĀ× Independent Schools is celebrating its 150th year." 

ā€œWe are very appreciative of State Representative Mary Beth Imes and the Kentucky House of Representatives for presenting 51ĀŅĀ× with this legislative citation of appreciation,ā€ 51ĀŅĀ× State President Dr. Bob Jackson said. ā€œThis is truly a special year for 51ĀŅĀ×, and we are grateful for the support shown by so many in our legislature toward our institution to positively impact our students, faculty and staff while helping advance our region and state.ā€ 

51ĀŅĀ× State is celebrating its centennial throughout 2022 with numerous special events, exclusive merchandise and items, fundraising campaigns and much more. Individuals interested in learning about the University’s centennial plans and its 100-year history can visit .

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