MURFREESBORO, TN - The Middle Tennessee State University College of Behavioral and Health Sciences annual Academic Awards Presentation was held April 23 in the Student Union Ballroom.

Nearly 200 seniors were spotlighted as Honors Students, which requires a scholastic average between 3.75 and 4.0. Representatives from the Departments of Psychology, Social Work, Criminal Justice Administration, and Health and Human Performance presented certificates to students for their academic excellence.

Area students recognized for this achievement include Stephen Barrett of Dowelltown, and Maclay Bowers of Alexandria.

Founded in 1911 as one of three state normal schools for teacher training, Middle Tennessee State University is one of the oldest and largest undergraduate universities in the state of Tennessee. With a fall enrollment averaging more than 21,000 students for the past several years, MTSU remains committed to providing individualized service in an exciting and nurturing atmosphere where student success is the top priority. For more information, call 615-898-2300, visit https://mtsu.edu/ or https://mtsunews.com.