Beech Tree News Network

MURRAY, Ky. — Murray State University has awarded Delaney Daugherty from Morgantown, Kentucky with the prestigious Presidential Fellowship scholarship, which includes full tuition, housing and meals for up to four years at the University.

Delaney is the daughter of Ryan and Darla Daugherty. She has been accepted into the Honors College at Murray State and will be pursuing a degree in Biology on the Pre-Medical track with a minor in Chemistry. After college, she plans to attend medical school and become a physician.

Delaney has maintained a 4.26 GPA and has a 36 Superscore on the ACT. She has served two years on the Kentucky Commissioner of Education’s Student Advisory Council. At school, she is an active member and leader in the FCA, Beta Club, Student Council, Chamber Choir, STEM Club, Academic Team, and Yearbook Staff.  

Students selected for the Presidential Fellowship scholarship complete a rigorous multi-step application process that includes multiple in-person interviews. During their time at Murray State, recipients of the scholarship are responsible for conducting extensive research projects and serving as leaders in the campus community.

“Our presidential fellows are all outstanding academic achievers, but they are also selected based on their demonstrated leadership potential and involvement in their communities,” said Dr. Warren Edminster, executive director of the Honors College.

“Presidential fellows engage in undergraduate research under the guidance of a faculty mentor and frequently publish their work before leaving Murray State,” Edminster added. “Besides excelling in research, presidential fellows invariably take leadership roles in student groups, ranging from the Student Government Association to Greek organizations.”

Incoming first-year students who have a 28 ACT composite score minimum (or 1250 SAT verbal and math combined score minimum), along with a 3.7 GPA on a 4.0 scale, are eligible to apply for the Presidential Fellowship scholarship. For more information on the University’s Honors College, please visit murraystate.edu/honors.

Students interested in joining the Racer Family can learn more, schedule a virtual or on-campus visit and apply for admission at admissions.murraystate.edu.

Since 1922, Murray State University has provided a collaborative, opportunity-rich living and learning community that fosters personal growth and professional success through a high-quality college experience. Students receive support from inspiring faculty and staff and will join a distinctive campus community — the Racer Family. With nearly 10,000 students, Murray State prepares the next generation of leaders to join 75,000 successful alumni who make a difference in their community, across the country and around the world. We are Racers. The University’s main campus is located in Murray, Kentucky, and includes five regional campuses in Ft. Campbell, Henderson, Hopkinsville, Madisonville and Paducah. 

To learn more about Murray State University, please visit murraystate.edu.