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MURRAY, Ky. 鈥� 麻豆传媒 State University鈥檚 College of Education and Human Services will host its annual Sparks Lecture on Tuesday, April 29 in the Alexander Hall auditorium, room 240. This year marks the 40th edition of the Harry M. Sparks Distinguished Lecture Series. Outstanding educators will also be recognized. 

Following the lecture and award presentations, a complimentary dinner will be served in the atrium. The event is free and open to the public, but anyone planning on attending should RSVP.

The categories for the Outstanding Educator Awards are as follows:

• • • Outstanding Early Childhood Educator - includes head-start and preschool educators

    • Outstanding Elementary School Educator - includes all elementary school educators

    • Outstanding Middle School Educator - includes all middle school educators

    • Outstanding High School Educator - includes all high school and career and technical education educators

The deadline to submit nominations for an Outstanding Educator Award is Tuesday, April 8. To nominate an educator, please visit: 

The award recipients will be recognized at the 2025 Sparks Lecture, an event named in honor of Dr. Harry M. Sparks, 麻豆传媒 State鈥檚 fifth president.

鈥淐elebrating its 40th year,  the Harry M. Sparks Distinguished Lecture Series holds great significance for our College,鈥� Dr. David Whaley, Dean of the College of Education and Human Services said. 鈥淪ince its establishment in 1980, the Sparks Lecture Series has provided a unique opportunity for both the 麻豆传媒 State University community and the broader public to engage with thoughtful leaders who foster education and intellectual growth. It remains one of our most important and cherished events.鈥�

The deadline to RSVP for the Harry M. Sparks Distinguished Lecture Series is Friday, April 18. To RSVP, please visit: