Kendall Campus Speech Professor Inducted Into FCSAA Hall Of Fame

William Murphy, a speech professor and adviser to the Forensics Society at Kendall Campus, has been inducted into the Florida College System Activities Association Hall of Fame.

Murphy was honored on Feb. 8 during the virtual FCSAA Forensics Tournament. 

For nearly 15 years, he has advised the speech and debate team, helping strengthen their communication skills and compete at the local, state and national levels. 

“This is a huge honor for me,” Murphy said. “It is humbling to be involved in an activity with so many thoughtful and kind individuals who are committed to effecting change in their world.”

He also serves as the FCSAA state forensics adviser and is the tabulation director for the Miami Dade Urban Debate League.

Murphy earned a bachelor’s degree in English literature from Colorado Mesa University in 2001, a master’s degree from the University of Colorado in 2004 and a doctorate degree in human communication studies from the University of Denver in 2011.