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Drummer Pat Petrillo’s performances have been seen on major stages, television, Broadway, and countless recordings. His precision, creativity, and unmistakable feel have made him one of the most sought-after drummers in the business.

Jon Wise, better known across Kentucky’s wrestling scene as JR Roc, is one of those unforgettable stories. While attending MSU, Jon stepped into the world of professional wrestling, carving out a career built on grit, charisma, and sheer determination.

Ted Docks is a two-time graduate of MSU and a former Eagle basketball player whose drive, discipline, and leadership have carried him across the country — and now to his newest role as Special Agent in Charge of the FBI’s Boston Field Office.

Peggy Osborne joined MSU’s faculty in 1979 which started a four-decade journey of service to MSU and students, including 15 years as Faculty Athletics Representative.

Rocky Adkins was the starting point guard on MSU’s 1983 NCAA Tournament team. He would go on to spend three decades as a member of the KY House of Representatives and is currently the senior advisor to the Governor.

Wayne Box Miller came to Morehead State University with hopes of playing college basketball - but it was inside the studios of WMKY and the communications classrooms where everything changed.

For Michelle Canning, the journey to Nashville started as a child in Massachusetts and then to one of the renowned schools of traditional music at Morehead State University. She is a musician, singer, songwriter and works for the Grand Ole Opry.

At just 13 years old, Dennis Spiegel was taking tickets at Coney Island in Cincinnati, Ohio—never imagining that simple start would lead to a global career in the amusement and leisure industry.

Brian Milam was recruited from Louisville Butler High School to play baseball at Morehead State – that started a journey that carried him into the living rooms across Kentucky as a sports anchor and reporter at WYMT and WKYT-TV.

Dr. Donell Murray is a five-time graduate of Morehead State University who now serves as a faculty member on the campus she proudly calls home.