Dr. Lynne Murray named 11th President
McMurry University proudly selected Dr. Lynne Murray as its 11th president. Dr. Murray was unanimously chosen after a nationwide search and began her tenure on January 10, 2025. She brings a distinguished record of leadership, fundraising, and strategic vision, having elevated the national profiles of several institutions. Dr. Murray holds degrees from St. Mary’s College of Maryland, Johns Hopkins University, and Gallaudet University. Inspired by her interactions with McMurry students, she looks forward to building on the university’s recent achievements and leading it into a new era of growth and success
Record Enrollment
36% Growth in Spring 2026 Enrollment
Record Enrollment for Third Consecutive Year
Record Fundraising
McMurry University Sets New Fundraising Record
McMurry University announces its two highest consecutive years of fundraising, including the institution’s highest-ever contributions to the McMurry Fund.
Academics
A Partner in Grants Ministry
McMurry University receives a grant from the Texas Methodist Foundation. McMurry University is proud to announce an award of $31,900…
McMurry University Announces Dual Degree Program with Southern Methodist University
McMurry University students preparing for careers in ministry can now earn a Master of Divinity through a new partnership with…
McMurry University Promotes Dr. Jori Sechrist to Associate Vice President
McMurry University is pleased to announce the promotion of Dr. Jori Sechrist to Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs, Institutional…
McMurry University and Abilene ISD Announce Automatic Admission Partnership
McMurry University and the Abilene Independent School District (AISD) are excited to announce a new partnership that offers AISD high…Athletics
McMurry Officially Joins the SCAC
Women's Basketball Advances to Sweet 16
McMurry Takes Co-Champions Title (Football)
Men's Track & Field Crowned 2025 SCAC Champions
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