MURFREESBORO, Tenn., April 21 -- Middle Tennessee State University issued the following news release:

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. - Middle Tennessee State University doctoral studentLawrence Oyenpemihas been named the recipient of the2026 Phi Kappa Phi Chapter 246 Graduate Scholar Award, a competitive honor recognizing academic excellence among graduate students who are active members of the nation's oldest all‑disciplinary honor society.

The$1,000 Graduate Scholar Awardsupports Phi Kappa Phi members pursuing advanced degrees at MTSU and reflects the chapter's commitment to fostering scholarly achievement, leadership, and lifelong learning.

Oyenpemi is currently pursuing aPh.D. in economicsat MTSU. He previously earned hismaster's degree i...