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Discover how APSU students are redefining their future with CECA grants, gaining unparalleled, hands-on experience across art, music, and theatre. This transformative journey propels them from classroom learning to global stages.

Jonathan Adams of Knoxville will receive $5,000 through the Tennessee Artist Fellowship to aid in the creation of new artwork, along with additional funding to present an artist lecture this spring at the Frist Art Museum in Nashville.

Through the endowment, Shatto was awarded $10,000 in funding for a year-long research project on Teacher-Child Interaction Training (TCIT) to support military children with disabilities. She is currently working with Fort Campbell Child & Youth Services to integrate TCIT into its Strong Beginnings Pre-K program.

Students, faculty and staff from Austin Peay State University's Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences recently attended the Geological Society of America (GSA) Connects 2023 Meeting in Pittsburgh, and many of them were able to present their research to a national audience.

John Schnettler has been asked to return to the Peach Bowl for a second year to judge, direct and choreograph the band performance for one of the most-watched games in college football. Held in the Mercedes Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Dec. 30, the Peach Bowl is a pivotal game leading up to the college football national championship.

CSA's Spring 1 Term, which begins in January 2024, boasts an exciting array of classes designed to ignite creativity and foster artistic growth. The cost for the six-week program varies per class and ranges from $35-150.

Emmanuel Méjeun's U.S. journey began in 2010 when he arrived to study music and education. In the aftermath of a devastating 7.0 magnitude earthquake in his hometown of Port-Au-Prince, Haiti, that same year, Méjeun's arrival in Clarksville supported his dreams, reinvigorated his passions and became a second home. In October 2023, Méjeun took an important step to make this sense of home more official - he became a U.S. citizen.

Austin Peay State University (APSU) has announced the selection of Dr. Andrea Spofford as the Director of the Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts (CECA). Spofford, who served as CECA's interim director from July 2022 to August 2023, brings a wealth of experience and passion for the creative arts to her new role and will begin on Jan. 8, 2024.

Austin Peay State University will host two commencement ceremonies at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 15, in the Dunn Center to honor its Fall 2023 graduates. This semester's graduating class includes 948 students, and approximately 700 have signed up to participate.

Casey Dial, a graduate from the Austin Peay College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) picked up a different kind of science--the sweet science--and it might take her all the way to the Olympics.

Karen Orozco ('19), an alumna of Austin Peay State University's Department of Art + Design, was recently invited to photograph the U.S. Olympic Team Trials - Boxing from Dec. 4-9 in Lafayette, Louisiana. She served as the primary photographer for the event's southeastern boxers, documenting their journeys from preparation to competition.

Brewer, the founder of Kings Bluff Brewery and a branding and advertising manager, will play a crucial part in advancing the center's mission to support and empower local business owners. He brings a wealth of knowledge and experience, which will significantly benefit the region's small business community.

APSU alumna Anna Sheets spent a portion of her undergraduate senior year researching novel multi-component chalcogenide glass in Ren, France, through the International Research Experiences for Students (IRES) program, and aims to translate the concepts she learned into real-world solutions after finishing her PhD in 2027.

Dr. Minoa D. Uffelman, a professor of history at Austin Peay State University (APSU), recently unveiled her latest literary contribution, "Sarah Kennedy Letters: Life under Occupation in the Upper South," which delves into the personal experiences of a slave-owning wife and mother as she navigated the challenges of the Civil War while her husband, D.N. Kennedy, served in the Confederate Treasury Department.

Dr. Catherine Haase of Austin Peay State University leads students to the NASBR conference in Winnipeg, presents vital bat research, and has been elected to the Board of Directors, advocating for diversity and global scientific collaboration.

On Dec. 6, 2023, the date of her birthday, Austin Peay State University (APSU) announced that an endowed fund has been established to benefit the APSU Department of Athletics in honor of the late philanthropist Cathi Maynard.

Austin Peay State University's College of Business recently announced the formation of the Center for Applied Business Research (CABR) with the appointment of Dr. Vikkie McCarthy, professor of management, as the inaugural director. Through the expertise of Austin Peay's professors, the center aims to produce actionable insights to shape regional business practices.

Discover how Austin Peay State University's sustainability team championed recycling efforts, collecting 335 pounds of recyclables at home football games, to foster an eco-friendly campus culture and inspire responsible waste disposal among attendees.

Dr. Antonio Thompson, professor of history at Austin Peay State University, has been studying Axis POWs' impact on World War II for more than 20 years, traveling the globe to conduct interviews and explore national archives. His latest book, "Axis Prisoners of War in Tennessee: Coerced Labor and the Captive Enemy on the Home Front, 1941-1946," draws on that research to tell the stories of those prisoners and how Tennessee shaped the war effort through its internment camps.

Austin Peay State University (APSU) students applying for financial aid for the 2024-25 award year should be aware of upcoming changes to the process and eligibility requirements due to the federal government's recently enacted FAFSA Simplification Act.

On Dec. 8, the Austin Peay State University Board of Trustees will host its quarterly meetings throughout the day at 317 College St. on campus. The board will discuss several items, including an information technology security update and consideration of a revised October budget for the 2023-24 fiscal year.

Austin Peay State University's Department of Engineering Technology is not the largest program on campus, but it is punching above its weight in particular on one crucial point--sending women into the workplace armed with the skill set to thrive. Recently, a trio of Govs--Alyssa Young, Jennifer Stevens and Zhariah Walker--graduated from the program and immediately entered the workforce in support of local businesses.

Austin Peay State University's Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Center gave its clients and the community a chance to come out and explore the facility during its GIS Day celebration and luncheon, which featured a tour of the GIS building, a variety of lunch and dessert options and an appearance from the campus robot dog R2Peay2.

Austin Peay State University (APSU) students traveled to Rome, Italy, this summer with Department of Art + Design faculty Dr. Tamara Smithers and Professor Patrick Vincent, and recently showcased the work inspired by their trip during a student exhibition.

Explore Dr. Zack Barnes' honors course at Austin Peay State University, where students critically assess and propose solutions to the pressing question: "Is the Education System Broken?" by engaging in legislative processes and educational reform discussions.

Prepare to be swept away in a festive celebration of music, camaraderie, and holiday cheer at the 14th Annual Holiday Dinner - The Governors Holiday Dinner. Join us on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023, at 7 p.m. for an evening of elegance and enchantment in the Morgan University Center Ballroom.

Austin Peay State University's nursing, business and communication students came together on Wednesday, Nov. 15, for an innovative simulation focused on navigating difficult conversations in healthcare administration.

Austin Peay State University will aim to fully fund 11 campus improvement projects through alumni and community donations on Giving Tuesday, which we lovingly call GOVing Tuesday, on Nov. 28. The wide-ranging projects will directly benefit APSU students, faculty and staff.

Dr. Robert Gordon Jr., a principal in the Memphis-Shelby County School System, was recently named the second Eriksson College of Education Leadership Fellow at Austin Peay State University. With a growing pipeline of students earning their Master of Arts in Education (M.A.Ed.) with a concentration in educational leadership studies, designating a Leadership Fellow allows the graduate-level faculty to glean insights into school administrator best practices from someone working in the field.

Get ready for a musical extravaganza as 350 high school band students converge at Austin Peay State University (APSU) for the 13th Annual Governors Own Marching Band (GOMB) Day on Nov. 18. This exclusive event invites high school students to step into the shoes of the 'Finest Band in the Land' for a day filled with rehearsals and a spectacular halftime performance at APSU's Fortera Stadium.

Faculty and students from Austin Peay State University's (APSU) Department of History & Philosophy recently showcased their research and scholarship during the Ohio Valley History Conference at Western Kentucky University from Oct. 26-27, 2023. The conference provided a platform for historians to exchange ideas, discuss research findings and engage in meaningful conversations about various historical topics.

Austin Peay State University's Speech-Language and Swallowing Community Clinic is launching an innovative new two-week program to treat individuals with chronic aphasia, a language disorder that impacts communication.

Austin Peay State University's (APSU) annual Poli-Talk event allows students to connect with leaders from the community to discuss important topics, and this year's event focused on mental health in university life.

Austin Peay State University (APSU) has joined the National Registered Apprenticeship in Teaching Educator-Preparation Program Collaborative. The affiliation aims to elevate teaching stories, connect education leaders, and understand the regulatory and financial aspects of teaching apprenticeships.

Austin Peay State University's Military and Veterans Affairs Division (MVAD) celebrated six months on campus with Veterans Celebration Week from Nov. 6-11. The series of events welcomed Austin Peay's military-affiliated students and invited them to take advantage of the division's resources with celebrations, lunch-ins, an appreciation game and more.

Dr. Brandon Di Paolo Harrison, an assistant professor in Austin Peay State University's Department of Accounting, Finance and Economics, is also teaching people outside the classroom through his work with MoneyGeek, a financial advice publication.

Austin Peay State University's annual Christmas concert, "Christmas with David Steinquest and Friends," is ringing in the holiday season at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 1 in the George and Sharon Mabry Concert Hall. Admission is $5 or two cans of food donated to Loaves and Fishes.

Austin Peay State University recently expanded its global reach through its first international transfer articulation agreement, which could see transfer students from Sri Lanka start earning their bachelor's degrees on campus as early as Spring 2025.

Christopher Steadman recently published six young adult books while starting his freshman year as an English major at Austin Peay State University. His books have received positive reviews on Amazon.

Lindsy Perry, the coordinator of Fraternity and Sorority Affairs at Austin Peay State University, was recently honored with the Gayle Webb New Professional Award for her outstanding contributions to Greek life on campus.

On Nov. 17, explore Austin Peay's renowned GIS Center, home to innovative mapping, spatial data, VR and tech tools. The day includes demos, tours and lunch.

Hannah Alloway spent two weeks at Yale this summer learning advanced genetic analysis techniques to study freshwater fish biodiversity. She now aims to teach these cutting-edge methods at Austin Peay.

Austin Peay State University's Military Alumni Chapter Dinner raised funds for the CSM (R) Francis (R) McFadden Military Scholarship Endowment. The event recognizes the contributions of military-affiliated alumni and the vital role of such scholarships in supporting deserving students.

Austin Peay State University (APSU) hosted the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) Plaza Groundbreaking Ceremony at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 28 at the future home of the NPHC Plaza, located in the area between the APSU Marks Building and Fortera Stadium.

APSU professors are modernizing influential Tennessee reptile and amphibian atlases into a digital platform that provides real-time data to serve researchers, educators, conservationists and the public.

Austin Peay State University (APSU) announced the formation of its first ice hockey team today, with plans to compete in the College Hockey South association and using the newly opened Ford Ice Center in the F&M Bank arena in Clarksville.

The STEM Scholars program at Austin Peay State University provides research opportunities and hands-on experience for freshmen STEM majors through faculty mentorships and funding for projects and conferences. The goal is to engage students in research early and build a supportive community.

Dr. Cheryl Lambert, chair of the Department of Teaching & Learning at Austin Peay State University, will moderate an upcoming panel in March at the SXSW EDU® Conference & Festival in Austin, Texas.

Austin Peay State University Department of Art + Design opens its doors for Clarksville's First Thursday Artwalk on November 2nd, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. From the contemporary art gallery, student galleries and the artwork that fills the hallways, the APSU Department of Art + Design knows how to put on a show.

More than 600 Austin Peay State University students, faculty and staff fanned out across Clarksville on Wednesday, Oct. 25, volunteering for a combined 1,214 hours with several local organizations during the inaugural Peayple in the Community, A Day of Service.

Austin Peay State University will host the Distinguished Alumni Awards Lunch on Saturday, Oct. 28, at 9 a.m. in the Morgan University Center Ballroom as part of the University's Homecoming activities. The event will honor the 2023 recipients of the APSU Distinguished Alumni Awards.

World-renowned opera singer Lisette Oropesa will present a concert at Austin Peay State University's George and Sharon Mabry Concert Hall at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 7. Tickets range from $5-$25, with free admission for APSU students.

Austin Peay State University biology major Hannah Wilson knew two things were in her future - soccer and medical school. The University provided one for her, and has given her the tools to pursue the other upon graduation.

Austin Peay State University student Joseph Brock is on a mission to make the campus radio station more accessible, putting his technical skills and passion for broadcasting to work to ensure visually impaired students can operate WAPX-FM.

Dr. Andrea Lee, assistant professor in the Eriksson College of Education, recently spoke during the "Children as Peacemakers in Divided Societies: Educational Approaches" conference in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. Her presentation reflected on her experiences working with North Korean refugees while living in South Korea.

F&M Bank recently made a generous contribution to establish the Khandra R. Smalley MBA Graduate Scholarship Endowment at Austin Peay State University, in memory of the late Khandra R. Smalley ('05). Smalley was the senior vice president for marketing research at F&M Bank and a community leader in Clarksville whose work helped many businesses and nonprofit organizations.

Austin Peay State University and the Spencer Patton Foundation have announced the inaugural Patton Entrepreneurship Grant (PEG) Competition's winners: MJ Bearden (first place), Lillian Dawson (second place) and teammates Zaniyah Williams and Saniyah Richards (third place).

Austin Peay State University (APSU), with help from the Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts (CECA), has showcased many different exhibitions in The New Gallery, but Elisa Harkins is one artist who will surely entice visitors with "Teach Me a Song," running from Oct. 30 - Dec. 8.

With all the demands placed on typical college students, it can be easy to fall into a pattern that doesn't leave much time for connecting with peers or professors and maximizing the collegiate experience. Dr. Allen Chaparadza, the Austin Peay State University College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics' (STEM) associate dean for student success, wants to offer guidance to anyone who needs it through the CoSTEM Stars program.

Austin Peay State University's Chi Omega chapter recently hosted its inaugural Chi O-Lympics, bringing together student organizations from across campus to raise approximately $1,500 for the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

Austin Peay State University boosted its emergency warning capabilities this month by installing a series of beacons from Alertus Technologies in buildings across campus, which will support the University's existing notification systems.

This past spring, Austin Peay State University Career Readiness Coach Dave Dessauer led 10 first-year students in the College of Business through a pilot program to develop their skills, create connections and establish a foundation for their future as aspiring innovators, contributors and business leaders.

The latest episode features an in-depth interview with Dr. Prentice Chandler, dean of the Eriksson College of Education at Austin Peay. He discusses how the Grow Your Own program provides an affordable and accessible pathway for community members to become teachers in their own backyards.

Austin Peay State University senior Samantha Deems presented grant findings regarding special education classrooms at the TMTA Conference at Belmont University in September, and also presented her findings as part of the Posters at the Capitol event in the spring.

With this new program, professors from APSU's College of Arts and Letters can come directly into K-12 classrooms to share their expertise and forge meaningful connections with students. Teachers can call on real-life experts to discuss literature, art, history or any field of their choice.

On Thursday, Oct. 12, Austin Peay State University's Latino Community Resource Center (LCRC) and APSU's new Military and Veteran Affairs division invited two retired veterans, Edgar Maldonado and Hector Santos, to share their life stories and experiences in the military to the Honoring Latino Military Heroes panel.

Austin Peay State University's iconic Percussion Ensemble Halloween Concert has been selling out shows and shaping seasonal traditions for decades, and this year the ensemble is bringing the community along for one last ride.

Emma Matlock, a freshman in Austin Peay State University's President's Emerging Leaders Program (PELP), is leading a drive to aid in the Maui wildfire relief efforts, and the campus community can donate essential resources through Nov. 18 at the Honors Commons.

Austin Peay State University's (APSU) Department of Art + Design, with the support of The Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts (CECA), will welcome printmaker Taro Takizawa to campus for a public lecture at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 18, in Heydel Hall, located inside the Art + Design building. This event is free and open to the public.

CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. - After hearing of a shortage of Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians (AEMT) in Montgomery County, three local businessmen and former Army buddies decided to take action by founding a scholarship to help students at Austin Peay's Professional & Workforce Development Center.

The Spencer Patton Foundation, in partnership with the College of Business at Austin Peay State University, has released the names of the student finalists who will compete in the Patton Entrepreneurship Grant Competition at 6 p.m. Oct. 16 in the Mabry Concert Hall.

Austin Peay State University students are working side-by-side with Eriksson College of Education faculty members to produce original, scholarly research through four Collaborative Research Labs, which have produced multiple presentations and publications.

The race for speaker of the House is on following Rep. Kevin McCarthy's historic removal, and Dr. Michael Bednarczuk, an assistant professor of political science at Austin Peay State University, says the path to victory will require navigating a minefield of factional interests within the GOP.

Austin Peay State University's rotary-wing program is still young, but has already drawn students from around the country to Clarksville to experience the exclusive benefits only found at Outlaw Field's Hangar 5. Brothers Ben and Jacob Sierakowski, originally from Wisconsin, are among those learning to fly.

Austin Peay State University (APSU) 's Department of Music and Spectrum Families of Clarksville are teaming up to present Clarksville's first Music Therapy Day. The event will take place from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 5, in the Music/Mass Communication Building (MMC).

Oluwatosin Folarin, a third-year international student earning a master's degree in counseling from Austin Peay State University, was recently selected as an inaugural member of the United States Therapist Recruitment (USTR) Fellows through Fathers' Uplift.

The Institute for the Public Humanities (IPH) at Austin Peay State University (APSU) has announced a new podcast: "The Humanscape of Clarksville." IPH hopes to showcase Clarksville's humanities by diving into its history and investigating its cultural impact, using APSU as a hub.

There's not really a class to take to learn how to engage in public advocacy, but Austin Peay State University (APSU) professor Dr. Jennifer Thompson got a crash course anyway. She got so good at it that she was recently recognized by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists for her work as an outspoken leader of a movement that flooded social media.

Nat Harden, senior vice president of sales, service, and business strategy for the Nashville Predators Hockey Club, will lead a special topics course for the College of Business, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the world of professional sports management.

This summer, two Austin Peay State University students gained valuable astrophysics research experience during a prestigious program at the Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory in Batavia, Illinois.

On Friday, Sept. 22, 2023, the Austin Peay State University men's basketball team toured Mount Olive Cemetery in Clarksville, Tennessee. The trip fostered competitiveness and resilience to work together as a team and continue to push on in this upcoming season. This is not the average cemetery; however, these hallowed grounds have a history from the early 20th century.

Austin Peay is excited to announce the Peayple in the Community - Day of Service on Oct. 25, 2023. This event exemplifies APSU's strategic plan to foster engagement through service and provides a platform for students, faculty and staff to contribute meaningfully to the Clarksville community.

Austin Peay State University's culinary arts program is heating up this semester under the leadership of new program director Carl Conway, with online course options and a revamped curriculum driving record enrollment numbers.

Austin Peay State University (APSU) announced today that any high school senior graduating with a 3.0 grade-point average (GPA) will be automatically admitted and receive a $1,000 scholarship, the Governors Excellence Scholarship.

Ranked-Up Esports, a student esports organization at Austin Peay State University (APSU), is ready to take its game to the next level with a dedicated room in the Morgan University Center starting in the fall 2023 semester.

The 2023 Austin Peay State University (APSU) Run for Govs 5K presented by Domino's will take place at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 30 at Emerald Hill, home of the Austin Peay State University National Alumni Association. Registration will open at 7 a.m. The inaugural Valerie Hunter-Kelly Run/Walk For the Govs 1K will also be hosted this year in memory of Run For Govs 5K Committee member Valerie Hunter-Kelly.

Eboné Amos, an assistant professor for the Department of Theatre and Dance, recently won a grant from the Tennessee Arts Commission Individual Artist Fellowship in Choreography: Dance for her unique and inspirational choreography.

Austin Peay student Hyeok Kim gained invaluable research experience and a global outlook through an international summer program in Europe. The opportunity expanded his interests and worldview.

From rock painting to puppet shows, children enjoyed a variety of activities designed to build pre-literacy skills at Austin Peay State University (APSU) on Sept. 16 for the inaugural Little Govs Child Learning Center Day of Play.

Zac Gillman ('15), an alumnus of the College of Business at Austin Peay State University (APSU), made the list of rising leaders inducted into the inaugural Leaders USA class by the Obama Foundation this summer. The business management graduate was one of 100 professionals selected from diverse backgrounds and organizations to join the highly competitive program to strengthen leaders' development across the country.

Research projects can be lengthy and time-consuming processes. Still, even by those standards, Austin Peay State University assistant professor Dr. Katie Haase's most recent undertaking will be a longstanding commitment. Last week, she received word that her Intergovernmental Service Agreement (IGSA) contract with the United States had been granted - for 10 years and over $2 million in funding.

Colleges across Tennessee use labor market data to set their students up for success, but Austin Peay State University is taking things a step further by integrating tools like Career Coach into the student experience.

Austin Peay State University's Latino Community Resource Center kicked off Latinx Heritage Month with a vibrant celebration. The event, filled with music, art, and authentic Latin cuisine, aimed to honor Latin American culture and foster appreciation within the APSU community.

Austin Peay State University's Department of Physics, Engineering and Astronomy has announced its first two free public observation nights for the fall semester--Sept. 23 and Oct. 21, 2023.

The Austin Peay State University Division of Alumni, Engagement and Philanthropy recently promoted several of its current team members to new positions.

The program is scheduled to begin on Nov. 7, 2023, and will continue through Feb. 27, 2024, with classes held from 6-9 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. By completing the course, students will learn the skills necessary to become professional medical assistants dedicated to patient care management and receive a National Healthcare Association's Medical Assistant Certification (CCMA).

The Austin Peay State University Board of Trustees held a quarterly meeting on Friday, Sept. 15, and announced that initial census figures for the Fall 2023 semester show a 7.21% increase in the University's enrollment. The trustees also approved a request to name the University's new welcome center at 317 College St. the O'Malley Family Welcome Center.

For over 20 years, the late Dr. Jill Eichhorn left a lasting impact on Austin Peay State University and Clarksville as a community leader, activist and beloved professor. To continue her legacy of service, the Department of Languages and Literature will host a scholarship fundraiser from 5:30-8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 19, at F&M Bank's Franklin Room, to benefit students in the Women's and Gender Studies Program.

Austin Peay student Ariana Lovings participated in the International Research Experiences for Students program, experiencing transformative scientific and cultural growth. She advised future students to seize similar opportunities and embrace the lessons of international collaboration and understanding.

Celebrate Constitution Day at Austin Peay State University's free event on Sept. 18, 2023. Enjoy engaging talks from distinguished speakers and deepen your understanding of the U.S. Constitution's ongoing significance amidst the current political landscape. Free Constitution books for the first 75 attendees.

Associate professor Patrick Vincent's prints are viewable at the Wade Bourne Nature Center from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Tuesdays - Fridays and 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturdays at 2308 Rotary Drive until Nov. 11, with a reception scheduled from 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 23.

Austin Peay State University (APSU) has announced the appointment of three exceptional business students to serve as ambassadors to the College of Business for the 2023-24 academic year: Macie Addley, William Martin Jr. and Amber Taylor.

Latinx Heritage Month begins this week on Friday, Sept. 15, marking the start of a monthlong celebration of Latinx culture and contributions. Austin Peay State University's Latino Community Resource Center (LCRC) has planned events to honor this important time.

The Patton Foundation - a springboard for entrepreneurs founded by local businessman Spencer Patton - is launching the Patton Entrepreneurship Grant (PEG) Challenge, a "Shark Tank"-style competition series for Tennessee students with grant prizes worth up to $5,000. Austin Peay State University (APSU) will host the inaugural challenge, which opens with a PEG Keynote from Patton at 12:15 p.m. Sept. 13 at Legends Bank Lecture Hall (Kimbrough Building Room 119).

Austin Peay State University (APSU) recently hosted eight senior leaders from across Fort Campbell, Kentucky, during its inaugural Leadership Exchange. Soldiers learned about APSU's new Military and Veterans Affairs Division, the Institute for National Security and Military Studies, the University's in-state tuition rates for all military-affiliated students and other opportunities for service members.

Austin Peay State University celebrated bell hooks, renowned author and human rights icon, with a heartfelt symposium. Speakers shared personal accounts of hooks' life, shedding light on her influential philosophies on love and justice.

The New Gallery at Austin Peay State University extends its hours to Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., starting September 9, 2023. This initiative, augmenting the gallery's participation in the First Thursday Art Walk, facilitates more splendid public engagement with contemporary art, showcasing both nationally and internationally acclaimed artists. Visit to deepen your understanding of contemporary narratives and artistic expressions.

The Community School of the Arts (CSA) at Austin Peay State University (APSU) recently wrapped up its Summer Arts Camp, with attendees getting a crash course in ceramics.

Bailey Shedden, a senior chemistry major, seized a remarkable international research opportunity this summer. Through the NSF's IRES program, she conducted solo research at the University of Pardubice, focusing on the potential use of thin films from glass in information storage. This experience, which contrasted with the guided approach at Austin Peay, fortified her commitment to pursuing a career in science, potentially specializing in toxicology and forensics. Shedden's journey underscores the vast academic opportunities at Austin Peay, fostering cross-university collaboration and broadening students' perspectives.

Austin Peay State University graduate student Ifunanya Ejimofor has always been fascinated with the past, and this summer, she was able to step back in time thousands of years through an internship as a tour guide for Dunbar Cave State Park.

On Sept. 15, the Austin Peay State University Board of Trustees will host its quarterly meetings at 317 College St. on Campus. Members will discuss several items, including a naming request for the University's new welcome center, a review of two policies and information items concerning Austin Peay's strategic plan and facilities master plan.

Students from Austin Peay State University's Living and Learning Community, Engage, recently kicked off the fall semester by undertaking an immersive quest designed to help them build friendships and explore the campus environment.

The Community School of the Arts (CSA) at Austin Peay State University (APSU) gave children ages 8-14 the opportunity to perform dances they crafted for the stage during this year's Summer Arts Camp.

Meleah Lanier navigated a transformative academic journey in the International Research Experiences for Students (IRES) program, focusing on the potential of chalcogenide glasses in superconductors. Funded by a National Science Foundation grant, the experience honed Lanier's resilience, problem-solving skills and solidified career aspirations in STEM.

The three-day event will honor author, educator and activist Gloria Jean Watkins - better known by her pen name bell hooks - through remarks from her family and friends, presentations from students she influenced and a faculty panel discussion on her lasting impact.

Dr. Emmabeth Vaughn of the Department of Physics, Engineering and Astronomy and Dr. Bobette Bouton of the Department of Teaching and Learning aim to create an empathy scale using engineering-specific scenarios to help students and professionals in the engineering field track their empathy progression.

Dr. Brad Fox, associate professor and assistant chair in Mathematics and Statistics, was among 15 selected for the Research Experience for Undergraduate Faculty at Brown University. The program focuses on advancing mathematical research and fosters collaboration among faculty from various institutions.

Geology professor Dr. Erik Haroldson from Austin Peay State University attended the Teaching Petrology Workshop, focused on innovative teaching strategies funded by the National Science Foundation. The workshop united geology educators to enhance petrology curricula through digital tools, addressing remote learning challenges during the pandemic. Dr. Haroldson collaborated on active learning assignments, contributing to a shareable library of lessons called SPARKS. He aims to employ these techniques in his classes, fostering student engagement and fostering diversity in geosciences education. The workshop's emphasis on collaboration resonates with building classroom communities and inclusivity.

Destiny Mathews, a senior chemistry major at Austin Peay State University, conducted innovative research at UW-Madison on developing greener catalysts. Partnering with PPG Industries, she sought alternatives to toxic tin-based catalysts in polyurethane coatings. Mathews' dedication to the lab and engagement with industry professionals extended her understanding of coatings chemistry and renewable energy solutions.

Dairian Boddy, an Austin Peay State University geosciences student, has made notable contributions in geology through innovative research and presentations. Set to graduate in 2024 with a degree in earth and environmental science, Boddy's work includes a significant discovery of a zinc vein and a focus on critical mineral research, earning him recognition at the 2023 Geological Society of America's annual meeting. His passion for geology drives his goal to simplify complex concepts for broader understanding and fuels his ambition to further his education in the field.

Austin Peay State University (APSU) Musical Theatre students will learn from visiting professor Victoria Matlock Fowler, who has a horror-comedy movie that premieres in theaters for one night only on Aug. 30.

Dr. Antonio Thompson, professor of history and philosophy, and Madeline Thompson, a graduate student, recently represented Austin Peay State University (APSU) at The Society for Historians of American Foreign Relations (SHAFR) conference in Arlington, Virginia.

The program trains and prepares students to achieve the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technician Basic certification, which equips students to excel in entry-level roles. APSU's Professional and Workforce Development Center offers the certification through a partnership with Montgomery County Emergency Medical Services.

The Community School of the Arts (CSA) at Austin Peay State University (APSU) taught the art of painting at this year's Summer Arts Camp, an immersive experience for children ages 8-14. Each group spent their painting class developing their art, then showcased it for their families on Fridays.

Dr. Matt Hampton of APSU and Evan Totty of the U.S. Census Bureau recently published a study on the impact of minimum wage increases on retirement timing among low-wage, retirement-age workers. Analyzing decades of data, they found that minimum wage changes encourage these individuals to remain in the workforce longer, thus delaying benefit claims. Their work offers valuable insights into the relationship between minimum wage policies and retirement decisions and has been recognized by Forbes and The Journal of Public Economics.

Austin Peay State University's College of Arts and Letters recently named associate professor Dale Pickard as the new chair of the Department of Theatre and Dance. With a career spanning both academic and professional spheres of theater and dance, she brings a wealth of experience to the position.

Austin Peay State University's podcast, "The Austin Peay Experience," kicks off the 2023-2024 academic year with a special episode featuring The Gov, the University's mascot. The episode, hosted by Grayson Nicholson, delves into The Gov's passion for school spirit, journey as a mascot, and memorable experiences, including national competitions.

Austin Peay State University's Yuriy Holovchak, a Barry Goldwater Scholarship winner, explored materials research and quantum computing in Rennes, France, as part of an International Research Experience for Students (IRES) grant. His summer journey included academic insights, visits to historical landmarks and immersion in French culture, providing an enriching experience that broadened his horizons in both science and life.

The College of Business announced the 2023 AJ Taylor Distinguished Professorship Award winners on Aug. 18, signaling the beginning of a new academic year for the college. The award is presented annually to two exceptional APSU business faculty members who demonstrate excellence in teaching and research.

Austin Peay State University's College of Arts and Letters recently announced six recipients of the 2022-2023 Distinguished Alumni Awards: Rusty Mitchell, Christian Hodges, Joe Pitts, Emily Pitts-Donahoe, Master Gunnery Sgt. Samuel Barlow and Dr. Walter Riley Braem.

Austin Peay State University's College of Arts and Letters and the Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts will host a stage on Sept. 9-10 at Clarksville Parks and Recreation's Riverfest, featuring a variety of dance, theatre and musical performances from Austin Peay students, alumni and community members. Broadway stars and APSU professors Deonté L. Warren ("Aladdin") and Victoria Fowler ("Wicked") will headline the festivities.

Austin Peay State University's School of Nursing will celebrate incoming nursing students with a Welcome to Nursing Stethoscope Ceremony on Tuesday, Aug. 29, in Clement Auditorium from 3:45-5 p.m.

Dr. John Nicholson, a professor in the Department of Computer Science and Information Technology, recently traveled to Canada for the 2023 Bridges Conference in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Scholars visit the conference to see how mathematics pushes the boundaries of art, music, architecture and culture and can also apply for their art to be exhibited.

Nolensville Little League Baseball, led by Austin Peay State University alumnus Randy Huth, is headed to the Little League World Series (LLWS) for their third straight year and will play their first game of the series at 2 p.m. Aug. 18. Huth is the first coach in LLWS history to go to the tournament three years in a row.

Austin Peay State University alumnus Khari Turner ('19), a Wisconsin native and accomplished artist who first ventured to Clarksville to bring the iconic Gov mascot to life, is taking center stage once again on Thursday, Aug. 17 for this week's Govs on the Go podcast.

Jordan Spencer, an Austin Peay State University student, embarked on an extraordinary international research journey in Poland. Through a National Science Foundation grant, she contributed to research in antibacterial glass, stepping far beyond her veterinary specialization. Spencer's trip combined academic rigor with cultural immersion, fostering growth, confidence and a transformative experience.

More than 165 teacher residents are enrolled in the accelerated, three-year program. This fall, a new cohort of teacher residents begins working in five Tennessee counties: Cheatham, Dickson, Hickman, Montgomery and Robertson.

Austin Peay State University (APSU) will host the Atkins Family Beach Volleyball Facility Ribbon Cutting at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 30 at the Atkins Family Beach Volleyball Facility, located at the corner of Marion and Drane Streets, on the front lawn of the Winfield Dunn Center. The community is invited to join faculty, staff and special guests at the event.

Austin Peay State University President Mike Licari has appointed Dr. Carol Clark as the University's new chief of staff. With over two decades of experience at APSU, Clark brings a wealth of knowledge and a strong commitment to the University's mission. Clark's appointment is effective July 1, 2023.

On Aug. 14, Austin Peay State University (APSU) President Mike Licari and Provost & Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs Maria Cronley honored several outstanding faculty members during an awards ceremony in the George and Sharon Mabry Concert Hall.

While future projections of high school graduates look bleak in other states, a recent study by Austin Peay State University shows the number of high school diplomas in Tennessee will remain strong through 2034.

Austin Peay State University (APSU) will host the Health Professions Building Groundbreaking Ceremony at 9 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 21 at Parking Lot 8 on the APSU campus. The community is invited to join faculty, staff and special guests to celebrate one of the newest additions to Austin Peay.

Austin Peay State University's College of STEM graduates are making notable contributions at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). They credit their university's coursework, training and mentoring for equipping them for groundbreaking work at ORNL. Their innovations in areas like nuclear reactor efficiency and AI in cancer treatment highlight the strong foundation Austin Peay provides for success in the nation's leading labs.

Austin Peay State University and Clarksville-Montgomery County School System celebrate the graduation of their second Grow Your Own Teacher Residency cohort. The program, the nation's first federally recognized teacher apprenticeship, offers tuition-free teaching degrees, mentorship, and experience, fostering local education while inspiring similar initiatives across 21 states.

Two Austin Peay State University (APSU) students spent their summer breaking down boundaries and embracing global learning through the Doctors in Italy Fellowship Program, which was created to allow future healthcare leaders to study internationally.

Six Austin Peay State University students engaged in transformative scientific research in Europe through the NSF-funded International Research Experience for Students (IRES) program. Participating in cross-disciplinary research in STEM fields, they gained unique growth and insights in the Czech Republic, France and Poland.

Austin Peay State University (APSU) celebrated a historic milestone as the inaugural class of its University College, consisting of approximately 155 graduates, crossed the Dunn Center stage on Aug. 4 during summer commencement.

Marc Donegan, an undergraduate in the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, is collaborating with Dr. Erik Haroldson on a research project focused on the origins of zinc deposits in Kentucky and Tennessee. Funded by a $55,000 grant, their investigation has potential implications for future technologies, climate change solutions, and medical advancements.

More than 600 students received degrees from Austin Peay State University this summer, and approximately 300 participated in a commencement ceremony hosted on Aug. 4 at the Dunn Center.

Dr. Prentice Chandler, dean of the Eriksson College of Education at Austin Peay State University, served as a faculty member during the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE) Leadership Academy, this week in Denver, Colorado. Chandler is one of seven university leaders from across the country who joined the AACTE Leadership Academy as faculty members. Dr. Lisa Barron, associate dean of the college, also participated as a speaker.

This free, public exhibit will run from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. on weekdays from Aug. 28 - Oct. 13 at The New Gallery, located in the Art + Design Building on Austin Peay's campus.

The Community School of Arts (CSA) at Austin Peay State University (APSU) recently began its annual Summer Arts Camp for children ages 8-14, and this year's program offered theatre classes for the first time. It proved to be a popular addition, and each group of students closed out the program by getting on stage in front of their families to demonstrate their newly learned skills.

A group of faculty members from Austin Peay State University's Eriksson College of Education traveled to France this summer as part of a three-year, $300,000 International Research Experience for Students (IRES) grant from the National Science Foundation.

Kris Phillips, Austin Peay State University's vice president for alumni, engagement and philanthropy, and Dr. Chad Brooks, dean of APSU's College of Graduate Studies, were among several higher education and community leaders who jumped with the U.S. Army Parachute Team on July 12 at Addington Field, just outside Fort Knox, Kentucky.

Austin Peay State University (APSU) received 4,932 gifts and pledges from 2,404 donors and achieved a fundraising total of $15 million during the 2023 fiscal year, which included several high-level partnerships aimed at promoting student success.

Austin Peay State University (APSU) is launching its inaugural Leadership Exchange program, a unique initiative to foster closer relationships with senior-level leaders from Clarksville and the surrounding region through seminars, discussions and workshops. The program will kick off on Sept. 6, 2023, focusing on leaders from Fort Campbell.

Austin Peay State University will host a commencement ceremony at 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 4 at the Dunn Center to honor its Summer 2023 graduates. Undergraduate and graduate students from all five academic colleges will be recognized, along with the new University College's inaugural graduating class.

Austin Peay State University recently gave a group of undergraduate students, graduate students and staff members the opportunity to travel to Puerto Rico and volunteer with El Yunque National Forest as part of the University's Alternative Break Program. Participants in the weeklong trip volunteered with Love in Motion and the forest operations team in addition to exploring the island.

Austin Peay State University's Professional and Workforce Development Center is partnering with ProTrain this fall to offer a medical assistant class, which will prepare students for the National Healthcareer Association's (NHA) Medical Assistant Certification (CCMA) exam.

Austin Peay State University (APSU) student Christine Jator, a junior mathematics major, has spent her summer researching how evictions impact vulnerable populations through the Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program at Southern Methodist University.

Madeline Etherton, a junior business major, recently collaborated with Dr. Dennis Pearson, associate professor of economics, for a multi-year immersive experience in academic research. Their collaboration led to the presentation of a working paper at the Society of Business, Industry, and Economics (SOBIE) conference in Destin, Florida, culminating in an academic publication.

Secretary of State Tre Hargett welcomed Austin Peay State University Student Government Association (SGA) President Campbell Moore to the annual College Civic Engagement Luncheon in Nashville on Thursday, July 13.

Dr. Cheryl Lambert, an associate professor and the coordinator of the Center for Rural Education at Austin Peay State University, visited the White House on July 12 as part of her judging responsibilities for the Rural Tech Project.

School may be out for summer, but Tri-County Upward Bound (TCUB) students from Houston, Cheatham and Stewart county high schools recently spent six weeks living at Austin Peay State University (APSU) and taking classes to prepare for the college experience.

Austin Peay State University (APSU) has announced six inductees into the APSU Governors Military Hall of Fame Class of 2023, and they will be honored during a reception and induction dinner on Nov. 10 in the Morgan University Center ballroom.

Dr. Jennifer Thayer, professor of accounting, has been named to serve as Austin Peay State University's (APSU) new faculty athletics representative (FAR). The FAR ensures that the student-athlete experience reflects the University's ongoing commitment to academic excellence and overall student success, and also represents APSU in its relationships with the NCAA and the ASUN Conference.

This summer, Austin Peay State University's College of STEM purchased a robotic dog to enhance the learning experience for students in the Department of Engineering Technology and the Department of Computer Science. Students will be given the opportunity to program the robot using these languages to perform specific tasks and follow instructions based on environmental cues.

Austin Peay State University concluded another successful year of its summer coding camps, inspiring students from third grade to recent high school graduates. The program offered a variety of camps to accommodate a range of interests and skill levels.

Austin Peay State University's College of Business has selected two students to participate in the first-ever "Banking on Govs" program in collaboration with F&M Bank and the Tennessee Bankers Association. Finance students Piper Conditt and Lesly Moreno will commence the program this summer.

Representatives from Austin Peay recently shared their approach to student success coaching with 24 other universities from across the country during a College Possible webinar. Attendees represented public, private, four-year and two-year institutions from 20 states.

Dr. Prentice Chandler, dean of the Eriksson College of Education at Austin Peay State University, will participate in an educator preparation congressional briefing at the Capitol Visitor Center, Room 215, at 11:30 a.m., July 18. Chandler is one of a handful of higher education experts scheduled to speak in the nation's capital.

Dr. J. Allyn Smith, a professor at Austin Peay State University, along with students Meagan Porter and Sean Peete, were selected for a prestigious research program at Fermilab. They will work on calibrating the Dark Energy Survey and the Rubin LSST, contributing significantly to our understanding of dark energy.

Austin Peay State University (APSU) and the Healthy Yards program came together on June 22 at the APSU Outdoor Education Center (OEC) to celebrate Pollinator Week, bringing recognition to Clarksville-Montgomery County's native bees, honey bees, butterflies and pollinator host plants with fun family activities.

Leni Dyer, an associate professor in Austin Peay State University's (APSU) Department of Theatre & Dance, has returned to her role as a changeover costumer for Norwegian Cruise Lines (NCL) as of May 2023. In addition, NCL seeks to establish an official relationship with the department to offer immediate employment opportunities for APSU graduates upon completion of their studies.

Austin Peay State University recently held its annual Govs Week of Service, where faculty, staff, and students joined forces with local nonprofits like Habitat for Humanity, Yaipak, Loaves and Fishes, and Manna Cafe. Together, they organized impactful activities, offering the university community an invaluable chance to discover and support local nonprofits.

The Governor's School for Computational Physics returned to Austin Peay State University (APSU) for its 15th year this summer, and the campus welcomed some of the brightest high school students in the state.

Space Explorers Camp is the College of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics' latest science-themed summer camp and was hosted from June 12-16. It was designed to teach students ages 9-14 about space exploration and astronomy and provides foundational knowledge about planets, stars and the mysteries of space.

Austin Peay State University (APSU) welcomed 135 incoming freshmen into its Governors Scholars academic success programs - Purpose First Scholars, Honors and the President's Emerging Leaders Program- on June 2-3 with a special two-day Governors Orientation event aimed at helping students create connections and prepare to Be A GOV.

Retired Army CW4 Brandon Morris, a first-year clinical mental health counseling master's candidate at Austin Peay State University (APSU), learned a lot during his 20 years of service - but his biggest takeaway was a desire to give back to veterans. Now he's taking that opportunity as one of the inaugural Vet Center Scholarship recipients, earning a full ride to complete his master's degree at APSU starting in July.

The Recording Academy and GRAMMY Museum recently announced 212 music teachers as quarterfinalists for the 2024 Music Educator Award, including two Austin Peay State University alumni: Vanessa Cobb and Jordan Tupper. The two were among more than 2,000 initial nominees from across the U.S.

Austin Peay State University joins the nation in honoring and celebrating Juneteenth, a significant milestone in American history. This year, we mark the 158th anniversary of Union soldiers arriving in Galveston, Texas, with the transformative message that all enslaved people in Texas were free. Juneteenth, now a federal holiday recognized at Austin Peay, holds a profound significance as a symbol of freedom, resilience and progress.

Austin Peay State University sophomore Courtney Gatewood, a student in the Department of Art+ Design, has recently attained national success through her artistic skill and dedication. Her work has already been recognized in multiple prestigious publications, and she will be featured in an upcoming digital exhibition in Times Square, New York City.

Austin Peay State University (APSU) recently received the Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Philanthropy from the Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) for their partnership with the Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT) Dickson.

The sixth and final program of the Tobacco Talk series, scheduled for 4 p.m. June 27 at APSU's Trahern Building, asks Dr. Don Sudbrink, chair of the APSU Department of Agriculture, to look toward the future of this historically important crop to Montgomery County's development.

The Austin Peay State University (APSU) Board of Trustees voted June 9 to adopt a combined 3% increase in undergraduate tuition and mandatory fees beginning in the Fall 2023 semester. Revenue derived from the increase will partly offset the effective economic inflation rate of 10.5% since the last tuition increase in June 2021.

Young science enthusiasts gathered at Austin Peay State University June 5-9 for the inaugural Earth Explorers Camp, an experience filled with captivating experiments and awe-inspiring discoveries. The summer camp saw students engage in hands-on activities, explore geological wonders and form new friendships.

To celebrate Pollinator Week, Clarksville's sustainability organization Healthy Yards is hosting a family-friendly event to raise awareness for local wildlife pollinators at 10 a.m. Thursday, June 22, at the Austin Peay State University (APSU) Outdoor Education Center, 530 York St.

Austin Peay State University (APSU) has announced the appointment of Rashad Cockrell as the new director of the Wilbur N. Daniel African American Cultural Center. Cockrell will assume his role on July 3, 2023, bringing a wealth of experience and a commitment to fostering a vibrant and inclusive community.

The Little Govs Child Learning Center at Austin Peay State University recently obtained a $2,250 grant from the Nashville Predators Foundation to fund a language and literacy event for children and their families enrolled in the center this fall. Family Language and Literacy Day will offer children and families plenty of opportunities to play and immerse themselves in the world of reading.

Dr. Minoa D. Uffelman, professor of history at Austin Peay State University (APSU), recently published her latest work, "Sarah Kennedy Letters: Life under Occupation in the Upper South." This compelling book delves into the experiences of Sarah Kennedy, a slave-owning wife and mother, as she navigates the challenges of the Civil War while her husband, D.N. Kennedy, serves the Confederate Treasury Department.

Students from Austin Peay State University's (APSU) Department of Music recently performed the first opera sung in French in the history of the APSU Opera Theatre: "Cendrillon" by Pauline Viardot. The three-act operetta is based on the story of Cinderella and originally premiered in Paris, France in April 1904.

From designing makeshift parachutes and helicopters to launching model rockets, area high school students immersed themselves in hands-on learning during Austin Peay State University's free SOARing with Mathematics summer camp, hosted from May 30-June 2.

The Office of Public Relations and Marketing at Austin Peay State University received 12 awards at the TCPRA 2023 State Conference. Their achievements in writing, design, publication, and photography were recognized, highlighting their commitment to effectively communicating the university's successes and experiences. The awards validate the team's hard work and dedication to reaching a wider audience.

The Austin Peay State University Board of Trustees will host its quarterly meetings beginning at 8:15 a.m. June 9 at 317 College St. on campus. Members will discuss several items, including a proposed tuition and mandatory fee increase, and the proposed budget for the 2023-24 fiscal year.

Montgomery Central High School director of bands Vanessa Cobb has been chosen to join approximately 400 band directors from across the country to march in the iconic Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade on Nov. 23, 2023. She will perform on trumpet as part of Saluting America's Band Directors, a group organized by the nonprofit Michael D. Sewell Memorial Foundation to recognize the impact of music educators nationwide.

Legends Bank recently pledged a significant gift to the Austin Peay State University College of Business (COB) Dean's Fund of Excellence and to establish the Legends Bank Distinguished Professorship in Banking or Finance Endowment, making it the COB's largest corporate investor to date.

The proposed combined undergraduate tuition and mandatory fee increase of 3.0% is within the range approved by the Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) for the upcoming academic year. Revenue derived from the increase would be used to offset the effective economic inflation rate of 10.5% since the last tuition increase in June 2021 and for the University's portion of the state's salary increase.

Starting July 1, all Tennessee residents ages 14-24 will be eligible for the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP), which has allocated $15 million to participating employers across the state. APSU's current and potential student workers are encouraged to get involved, and they can earn up to $3,200 over six weeks while gaining practical experience.

Contract workers will be installing two thermoplastic logos on College Street beginning Wednesday, May 31: one at the intersection of College Street and University Avenue, and another at the intersection of College Street and Eighth Street.

Austin Peay State University's 39th Annual Candlelight Ball, hosted May 6 at the Omni Nashville Hotel, raised a combined $162,500 - surpassing the goal of $100,000 and setting a record for the largest fundraising total in the event's history.

Austin Peay State University (APSU) has formed a new division to unify its military-affiliated student efforts. The Military and Veterans Affairs division is a reorganization to bring the University's military focus under one umbrella, establishing a new vice president position that will be assumed by retired Maj. Gen. Walt Lord, who has served as the University's military advisor in residence for the last two years.

Kaylie Fairclough regularly shares her artwork on social media, but she recently found a new platform when The New York Times commissioned her to create four illustrations for a widely read opinion piece. Her work was published as part of a story centered on increased office vacancies in the aftermath of COVID-19.

Job-embedded teaching degrees and certificate programs available through Austin Peay State University's Eriksson College of Education allow those with a bachelor's degree to pursue a teaching license immediately and get paid to do so. To introduce these options to interested community members, Austin Peay will host a Job Embedded Teacher Fair 4-6 p.m. June 6 in the Morgan University Center Ballroom.

Austin Peay State University's Department of Art + Design has announced the appointment of McLean Fahnestock as the new department chair, effective June 1, 2023. She holds a Master of Fine Arts degree from California State University Long Beach and has served as an associate professor of art foundations at Austin Peay since 2016.

Dr. Loretta Griffy, Austin Peay State University's (APSU) associate vice president for academic strategic initiatives and foundation engagement, will begin her new role as the inaugural dean of APSU's University College on Aug. 1. The University College is designed to house areas within Austin Peay that are outside of an academic college and assist students with transitioning into higher education.

On Wednesday, the Tennessee Higher Education Commission granted approval for the College of Business at Austin Peay State University to introduce a new Master of Business Administration (MBA) program.

Finance majors from Austin Peay State University showcased their fund management skills in April by earning a performance award and more than $2,200 from the highly competitive Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) Investment Challenge - beating the S&P 500 by nearly 3%.

Lina Horton, a second-grade teacher at Byrns Darden Elementary School, recently spoke to The Washington Post about her experience in the nation's first registered teacher apprenticeship program.

Villa is an interdisciplinary artist and civic design consultant from Memphis, Tennessee, whose work focuses on creating social engagement. Her work has appeared in mediums ranging from visual art and activism to performance art and urban planning.

The fifth in a series of tobacco talks is scheduled for 4 p.m. May 30 at Fairrow Farm and will discuss the experiences of contemporary Black Patch tobacco growers, who collectively offer nearly 250 years of tobacco farming knowledge.

Patrick Richardson, a health and human performance major with a concentration in public health, spent the last semester of his junior year working with professors from three departments to survey and collect soil samples at Clarksville's Riverview Cemetery. From there, the materials were sent to an environmental lab to test for formaldehyde leakage and heavy metals - which are associated with historic burial practices.

Dr. Leonard E. Clemons, the associate vice provost for student success at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has been named Austin Peay State University's (APSU) next vice president of student affairs and will begin his new role on July 10.

Austin Peay State University's Master of Public Health (MPH) program teamed up with Clarksville Parks & Recreation, Burt Elementary School and several other organizations on April 27 to combat food insecurity, provide health screenings and more at the city's latest Hub event - hosted as part of Burt Elementary's Family Day.

Mackenzie Carr, a senior in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Austin Peay, has won the university's prestigious Drane Award for character, scholarship, leadership and service to the university. Carr has served in various leadership positions and dedicated her time to serving others through volunteering. She has also won several other awards, including the Nell Rayburn High Impact Practice Award and the Student Government Association's Madame Governor Award.

Mathematics major Mackenzie Carr and education major Susan Conner recently earned the University's most prestigious student accolades during the APSU Student Organization and Leader Awards. Carr received the William McClure Drane Award, while senior education major Susan Conner won the Harvill-Civitan Citzenship Award.

F&M Bank and the Tennessee Bankers Association have announced the "Banking on Govs" program, a new partnership with Austin Peay State University. The program is the first of its kind in Tennessee and will offer business students unique training, networking and mentorship opportunities within the banking industry.

The Community School of the Arts (CSA) at Austin Peay State University is excited to announce its upcoming spring productions, which will showcase the community's talented youth through free public musical and theatrical performances.

Students and their family members joined with Eriksson College of Education faculty, staff and community partners for the Spring 2023 Awards and Recognition Ceremony, May 1, at Austin Peay State University's Morgan University Center.

Montgomery County Parks and Recreation is partnering with Austin Peay's Wind Ensemble to bring a pre-commencement concert to downtown Clarksville, where attendees can enjoy arrangements of popular music from movies including "West Side Story," "Harry Potter" and "Star Wars."

This year's Govs Give campaign brought in 837 gifts for a combined $239,174. There were 106 first-time donors, and the average amount of all the gifts made during the campaign was approximately $285.

Austin Peay State University graduate student Bernadette John has won a Fulbright US Student Program fellowship. John, a music performance and clarinet student at the university, will travel to Dublin's Royal Irish Academy of Music during the 2023-2024 academic year to explore the interaction between classical tradition and Irish traditional music, using the clarinet to examine this interaction. Her work will create a space for the two genres to interact with a professional approach, with John possibly at the forefront of a major event in folk cultural music, said Dr Tim Winters, director of the Honors Program at Austin Peay.

Leadership Clarksville's Class of 2023 recently visited Austin Peay State University to gain a deeper understanding of the campus's impact on its students and the surrounding community, an annual tradition for the program.

A research team from Texas Tech University (TTU) led by Dr. Lori Guerrero visited Austin Peay from April 13-14 to observe three play sessions at Little Govs CLC, as part of a larger study on how outdoor play settings can impact socioemotional development. Austin Peay was among five campuses chosen to participate, each representing a different part of the U.S.

Middle College students at Austin Peay State University are participating in the Partners Engaged with Emerging Researchers (PEER) program to gain real research experience. The program pairs juniors and seniors with professors in the College of STEM to work on research projects. The goal of the program is to provide students with a clearer idea of what they want to pursue in college and their careers, while giving them a head start on their college careers. The professors benefit from working with dedicated and responsible high school students who can help them out in their labs.

Austin Peay State University student Ethan Moss has been selected for the Pathways Internship Program at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston. The internship spans three semesters, and Moss's ultimate goal is to become an astronaut. The Pathways Internship Program evaluates students throughout their work tours, and if deemed fit, NASA offers them a position within the agency.

This semester's graduating class includes an estimated 1,350 students, and approximately 800 have signed up to participate in one of the three commencement ceremonies scheduled for 9 a.m., 1 p.m. and 4 p.m.

The College of Business at Austin Peay State University announced the Carmen C. Reagan Outstanding Leader Awards recipients for the 2022-23 academic year. The peer-nominated award honors one business faculty/staff member, student and external community leader who exemplify outstanding leadership in guiding the college's mission.

Austin Peay State University's History & Philosophy Department held its inaugural Central Tennessee Intercollegiate Ethics Bowl (CTCEB) on April 22. The competition was between students from Austin Peay and Volunteer State Community College's Gallatin campus.

Austin Peay State University's School of Nursing students are aiming to shape the future of health care, and they presented their ideas to the community April 24 at Tennova Healthcare during the program's annual research poster day.

Austin Peay State University's Science on Tap series is set to feature Dr. Stefan Woltmann, the interim director of the Center of Excellence for Field Biology and a biology professor. Woltmann's talk titled "Bird Migration on Tap" will be the last presentation of the semester, and it promises to be an engaging and informative discussion.

On Friday, April 21st, Austin Peay State University held its second annual Innovation Experience showcase. The event showcased innovative projects and research from students in the College of STEM, done in partnership with industry sponsors.

Dr. Sherry C. Lawdermilt, an information technology (IT) expert with more than 28 years of professional experience and seven years of military service, has been selected as Austin Peay State University's (APSU) next associate vice president and chief information officer (CIO).

F&M Bank Arena is expected to begin hosting major events in the next few months, and Austin Peay State University is preparing to support an increase in visitors and parking demands.

Austin Peay State University's 24th annual Plant the Campus Red brought dozens of students, faculty, staff and community volunteers together to plant flowers, trees and shrubs across campus.

Austin Peay State University's Department of Art + Design is inviting the public to celebrate the work of its students with the end-of-the-year ART-A-PALOOZA from 5-7:30 p.m. April 26 in the Art+Design building. The night will feature several different exhibitions, an award ceremony and the opportunity to purchase artwork from students. This event is free and open to the public.

Kurt Bryant, a volunteer with the Southeastern Grasslands Institute (SGI) at Austin Peay State University, has completed a mapping project that took him over two years and more than a thousand hours to finish. Bryant provided 80% of all volunteer hours on the project.

Austin Peay State University's ROTC Ranger Challenge team is departing Saturday, April 22 to represent the Govs at the Sandhurst Military Skills Competition, hosted April 28-29 at the U.S. Military Academy in West Point, New York. Sandhurst was established in 1967 and has become the world's premier international military academy skills competition.

The Felix G. Woodward Library at Austin Peay State University is celebrating National Library Week and inviting the community to explore its resources and services. The library offers internet and technology access, academic support, and access to various collections, including special collections. To mark the week, the library is offering a free Book Folding Art Workshop and promoting online celebration through social media.

Five College Possible success coaches from Austin Peay were recently invited to speak at a three-day College Possible Catalyze Coach Mid-Year Retreat in St. Paul, Minnesota. Each of them led individual retreat activities, and they also co-facilitated a workshop on collaboration and best practices for higher education partners across the nation.

Christine Jator, a student in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, has been accepted into the National Science Foundation Research Experiences (REU) for Undergraduates program at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas.

Faculty, students and their families gathered at Austin Peay State University's Heydel Hall on Wednesday, April 19 to for the inaugural College of Arts and Letters Student Leadership Award ceremony.

Starting June 1, Morris will work closely with the dean of the College of Arts and Letters to provide leadership and support for faculty, staff and students. He will also be responsible for overseeing academic programs, supporting research and creative activity and promoting diversity, equity and inclusion.

Dr. Sydney LeFay, a consult-liaison psychiatrist and instructor in Corvallis, Oregon, recently reconnected with her former genetics professor at Austin Peay, Dr. Karen Meisch, who is now the dean of the College of STEM.

Austin Peay State University has installed a special mesh window treatment on two sets of windows at Sundquist Science Complex as part of an experiment to reduce the number of birds that die flying into the windows.

The Tobacco Talk series hosted by the Clarksville Arts and Heritage Council and the Austin Peay College of Arts and Letters will take an in-depth look at how the region's tobacco-dominated agriculture influenced the tales local writers have penned at 4 p.m. Tuesday, April 25 in the Trahern Building.

Howard Scott Warshaw, a former game designer for Atari, shared valuable insights during a live Zoom session hosted April 12 in Austin Peay State University's Kimbrough Building. Dr. Matthew Farrell, Austin Peay assistant professor of management, moderated the discussion.

Kameron Covington comes from a family of law enforcement professionals, and now he's continuing the tradition as the Austin Peay State University Police Department's newest officer. As a former student, Covington said he is passionate about serving and protecting the campus community.

Austin Peay State University (APSU) is hosting an informational meeting at 6 p.m. April 17 via Zoom for those interested in its upcoming phlebotomy technician certification program, a 10-week, classroom-based course followed by a four-week, hands-on externship.

Plant the Campus Red has brought volunteers from Austin Peay State University together to brighten up the grounds since 1999, and the general public is invited to participate during this year's event at 1:30 p.m. April 20 in the Morgan University Center Plaza.

The College of Arts and Letters will recognize six outstanding undergraduate student leaders during a ceremony set for 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 19 at Heydel Hall, located inside Austin Peay's Art + Design Building.

Sophomore Yuriy Holovchak has become the first student at the institution to earn the prestigious Barry Goldwater Scholarship since 2013. Holovchak, a double major in engineering physics and computer science, was one of just 410 students nationwide to receive the honor, out of an estimated pool of over 5,000 college sophomores and juniors.

Sango Elementary School kindergarten classes enjoyed a fun-filled STEM day on April 11 at Austin Peay State University, with many volunteers dedicating their time to ensure the children had a memorable experience.

Retired Master Sgt. Chris Sanderford is giving back to his alma mater with a scholarship donation to send two veteran art students - Herzel Sireci and Shirley Layer - on this year's Art in Rome Study Abroad program, which is scheduled for May 21-June 1.

The Austin Peay State University College of Behavioral and Health Sciences has named Eva Gibson, Ed.D., as the inaugural recipient of the Bill Wyatt Distinguished Professorship. The professorship was established in October 2022 by the Clarksville Montgomery County Community Health Foundation (CMCCHF) to honor Bill Wyatt, a 1970 graduate of Austin Peay.

The Eriksson College of Education's Dr. Allison Oliver, a first-year assistant professor at Austin Peay State University, will serve on the executive board of the Tennessee Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) as the membership services chair.

Warshaw is best known for designing titles such as: Yars' Revenge, Raiders of the Lost Ark, and E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial. He will participate in a live Zoom discussion at 6:30 p.m. April 12 in the Kimbrough Building's Gentry Auditorium.

The fellowship will allow Dr. Allen Chaparadza to travel to South Africa to work with Dr. Caliphs Zvinowanda at the University of Johannesburg. The project - titled "Collaborative Research and Graduate Training and/or Mentoring: Development of Composite Materials based Passive Samplers for Monitoring Antibiotics and/or Metabolites in Surface Waters" focus on the prevalence of antibiotics and their metabolites in surface waters after the COVID-19 pandemic.

Austin Peay State University's 55th Annual Juried Student Exhibition will celebrate the department's student artists April 5-26 in The New Gallery, showcasing 43 works from among 228 submissions.

Austin Peay State University's popular summer coding camps return this year to allow anyone from third-graders through recent high school graduates a chance to hone their Minecraft-, Roblox-, website- and video game-building skills.

Country music isn't always the topic of discussion in a global business course; but that's exactly what happened when Sarah Trahern, the CEO of the Country Music Association, spoke to students at Austin Peay State University.

Austin Peay State University is currently accepting nominations for the Governors Military Hall of Fame 2023 class. Inductees' names and photos are permanently displayed in the William E. and Sadako S. Newton Military Family Resource Center.

Austin Peay State University (APSU) and the city of Clarksville are encouraging community members to support the environment through the Healthy Yards Program, and they can help by ordering from the University's third annual Native Plant Sale from April 1-29.

From play-by-play announcing and color commentary to sideline reporting, students in Austin Peay State University assistant professor Barry Gresham's Sports Announcing class experienced live television production firsthand while covering three high school basketball doubleheaders for the Clarksville community.

Dunbar Cave State Park's restored prairie is home to a wide variety of animal species, and students, faculty and staff from Austin Peay State University are gathering valuable information about them through live small mammal trapping.

The College of Business at Austin Peay State University is set to undergo extensive renovations this summer as part of a $9 million investment secured through state and private funding in 2022. The project will update a significant portion of the facility, enhancing the campus experience for years to come.

In Austin Peay State University's new strategic plan unveiled last year, one of the pillars focuses on the student experience. Sophomore Yuriy Holovchak, who is double majoring in engineering physics and computer science, is the epitome of the university's efforts.

Science on Tap, Austin Peay State University's monthly science presentation series, will feature Dr. John Nicholson, a professor in the Department of Computer Science and Information Technology, on Tuesday, April 4, at 5:30 p.m. at Strawberry Alley Ale Works in Downtown Clarksville.

Austin Peay State University's free SOARing with Mathematics summer camp for high school students interested in math, science, statistics or engineering is returning at the end of May.

Don Mathis's 1966 class ring from Austin Peay State College was a cherished memento until he lost it in the 1970s - but 45 years later, the ring was unearthed in Kansas City, Missouri and returned to its owner.

Students throughout Tennessee will need experienced and knowledgeable English as a Second Language instructors in the coming years, and Austin Peay State University is helping to meet these needs through the Eriksson College of Education's Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL) degree and certificate programs.

The Austin Peay State University Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts will host author Aram Goudsouzian from 7-9 p.m. April 5 in Heydel Hall, located inside Austin Peay's Art + Design Building.

A group of students and staff members from Austin Peay State University traveled to Chattanooga, Tennessee over spring break to volunteer with service organizations such as the Hart Gallery and Habitat for Humanity in addition to exploring the city's sights.

Austin Peay State University hosted "Racism not Race: A Scientific Approach to the Myth of Race and the Cost of Racism," a lecture by renowned geneticist Joseph L. Graves Jr., March 21 at the Jack Hunt STEM Center.

Stanley Chinedu Okoro has had a successful career as an engineer, project manager and business analyst, but to stay competitive in the field he decided to pursue further education at Austin Peay State University.

The Austin Peay State University Board of Trustees held a quarterly meeting Friday, March 20, unanimously voting to adopt the formation of a University College designed to assist students with the transition into higher education.

Basketball and art have driven Beth Rates since she was 5 years old, and she recently seized the chance to unite her passions by designing an official game day graphic for the Chicago Bulls in celebration of Women's History Month.

Austin Peay State University's 39th Annual Candlelight Ball will bring many new opportunities and surprises to the community on May 6 at the Omni Nashville Hotel, located at 250 Rep. John Lewis Way S. in Nashville.

Dr. J. Allyn Smith, a professor in the Department of Physics, Engineering and Astronomy at Austin Peay State University, and his students have been invited to take part in a research and development initiative led by the National Institute of Standards and Technology.

Austin Peay State University's Department of Mathematics and Statistics celebrated Pi Day in style on March 14 at the Maynard Mathematics and Computer Science Building with free pies, coffee and themed activities.

Dr. Prentice Chandler's lecture, "Apprenticeships for the Teaching Profession: A National Model," will focus on the college's leading work in educator preparation.

Austin Peay State University teamed up with the Cumberland River Compact and volunteers from across the community to plant more than 100 native trees on campus March 10, and their work could have long-lasting impact on the local environment.

Student Lily Russell placed second in Best Arts and Entertainment writer for her article, "Dear Ticketmaster, I knew you were trouble. Sincerely, Taylor Swift."

Tobacco farmers in the Black Patch region of middle Tennessee and southern Kentucky rose in rebellion against the American Tobacco Company in the first decade of the 20th century, setting in motion one of the most violent eras in U.S. history.

The event - an exploration of the science behind the classic 1993 film "Jurassic Park" - will discuss the science portrayed in the movie, including its inaccuracies, misconceptions about dinosaurs and the creative liberties taken by the filmmakers.

This year, Austin Peay has extended its annual "Women's Empowerment Week" into "Women's Empowerment Month," with several free public events scheduled from March 13-April 14.

The Second Annual Women Veterans Education Summit, also known as the "Pathway for SHEroes," will take place from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on Saturday, March 25, at APSU's Newton Family Resource Center, 426 College St.

The Community School of the Arts (CSA) at Austin Peay State University is bringing back the popular Summer Arts Camp experience for the area's young aspiring artists in July.

Williams, head of the University of North Georgia (UNG) Department of Political Science and International Affairs, will begin her new role at Austin Peay on July 1.

In 2006 Bright became nationally known, winning the Center prize award, formally Santa Fe Prize, for her Suburbia series.

The Community School of the Arts (CSA) at Austin Peay State University has started its spring term 2 registration for classes that begin on March 20 and run through April 27, 2023.

With March 8, designated as International Women's Day - "a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women" - APSU is honoring this athletics pioneer by sharing her story.

All three of this year's guest artists are alumni of APSU's graduate guitar program: classical guitarist, composer and songwriter Alan Mearns; classical guitarist and arranger Andy Jurik; and fingerstyle guitarist, composer and songwriter Bryce Mullins

The American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE) Conference focused on the theme "Innovation through Inspiration: Remembering the Past to Revolutionize the Future."

Chang was recently the poetry editor of the New York Times, and her most recent book of poetry, The Trees Witness Everything,  was named one of the Best Books of 2022 by the New Yorker  and The Guardian.

The day will begin with the board's Academic Affairs Committee meeting at 8:15 a.m., followed by the Student Affairs Committee, the Executive Committee, the Business and Finance Committee and the Audit Committee meetings consecutively thereafter.

Tequila Johnson, co-founder and co-executive director of The Equity Alliance, is an award-winning, cause-driven community organizer and strategist whose work focuses on creating equity and increasing civic engagement among Black Americans and other communities of color. 

The National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA) presented Austin Peay with a Silver Award of Excellence for its "First-Generation Student Success" work.

Posters at the Capitol is an annual event where undergraduate students studying science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) from universities across Tennessee share their research projects with state lawmakers at the State Capitol building in Nashville.

Two senior finance majors at Austin Peay State University have completed Bloomberg Market Concepts (BMC) certification and hope to guide their peers through the same process.

The award recognizes her outstanding research on bat behavior and the role of microclimates in artificial roosts.

The camp will provide campers with the opportunity to learn about planets, stars and what is up in the sky while also engaging in fun and exciting activities such as building telescopes, making craters and launching water bottle rockets.

She began her new journey by meeting with an academic advisor at Austin Peay State University, where she would eventually graduate at the top of her class.

The Tennessee Department of Education and Tennessee Grow Your Own Center awarded over $5 million in subgrant funding to five educator preparation providers to expand teacher apprenticeship programs.

The weeklong adventure for middle school students will take place June 5-9 and is designed to provide a fun and educational experience in the world of earth and environmental sciences.

The annual Great Green Idea Contest challenges students to come up with ideas to improve campus and encourage students to think and act more sustainably.

Alford will perform a one-man singer-songwriter-storytelling version of his bluegrass-inspired musical in the APSU Trahern Theatre on Tuesday, Feb. 28, at 4 p.m.

In episode two, APSU African American Studies Professor Eboné Amos discusses how her class teaches Black history through the lens of art and culture.

"American Son" explores themes of race and bias in a tense 90-minute show. Presented in an intimate black box space, this show will bring the audience face-to-face with the characters and their stories.

The exhibit opens on Monday, Feb. 20, and runs through March 24 at The New Gallery, located in the Art + Design building on the APSU campus.

Drs. Catherine Haase and Evan Rehm, both with the Department of Biology, joined the Southeastern Grasslands Institute in partnering with TennGreen Land Conservancy in the landscape restoration at Soak Creek Farm.

Presentations will focus on the theme, "Cultivating Rural Initiatives: Educational Access for All Students, Innovative Teacher Education Programs and Transformative Community Partnerships."

As funded by the Roy Acuff Chair of Excellence, the evening will feature Campbell giving a live reading of her creative work followed by a public Question & Answer session.

Austin Peay and the Compact will use a TVA grant to hire contractors for the installation of the trees, but the University is reserving 26 trees for campus and community volunteers to plant.

The ceremony is the capstone leadership development event for U.S. Army Cadet Command, with the seminar recognizing the top cadet from each of the 274 Senior ROTC programs across the country.

The APSU Department of Leadership initially developed graduate certificates in the two areas, but graduate students and the job market called for full graduate degrees in these fields.

As a computer scientist, Church has been testing the limits of the new tool by asking it to write code. Sometimes ChatGPT is perfect. "Other times, I see mistakes in that code," Church told the Tennessean.

The program's new concentrations, socioscientific studies and literacy studies, will be available for new and current students enrolled in the Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) degree.

The book - The Cults of Raphael and Michelangelo: Artistic Sainthood and Memorials as a Second Life - explores how the two artists inspired fervent followings like no artists before them.

In this Q&A, learn about Carr's journey at Austin Peay, her experience preparing for and passing an actuarial exam and her plans for the future.

The University received this honorable award because of its longstanding support of the TNG and for Austin Peay's strong support of its military students.

Dr. Walter Mignolo is also the director of the Center for Global Studies and the Humanities at Duke University.

Local historian Carolyn Stier Ferrell will kick off a "Tobacco Talks" program series with a presentation on the history and importance of tobacco on Clarksville's development at 4 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 13, in the Trahern Building

APSU's Dr. David Snyder, professor of history, and the Tennessee Holocaust Commission will host a Holocaust lecture from noon-2 p.m. on Feb. 25, on campus in the Gentry Auditorium. The event is free and open to the public, with pre-registration required.

From May 9-23, APSU will offer a world literature class, a global business class and a public speaking class at Harlaxton Manor in England.

Hailed as the "Dark-fired Tobacco Capital of the World," Clarksville owes its growth and emergence as a vital manufacturing city to the plant that came over the mountains from Virginia and North Carolina.

For just $25, students ages 18 and up will be guided through a Yoga sequence, breath work, and meditation, with breaks for writing.

The APSU College of Business is partnering again with United Way of Greater Nashville to offer free tax preparation services for individuals earning less than $66,000.

The student-built robot will be a perfect added touch to the day - College of STEM Day - which will celebrate science, technology, engineering and mathematics students, faculty and staff.

Dr. Stanley Yates and host Grayson Nicholson discuss everything from the 1960s to the group's legacy to how the Fab Four compare to modern artists like Taylor Swift.

On Feb. 10-11, Tennessee's top college students will visit Austin Peay State University to examine the mysterious and elusive emotion of joy during the 2023 Tennessee College Honors Council (TCHC) Annual Conference.

The presentation - titled "All About the Birds and the Bees and Clarksville's Healthy Yards" - will start at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday at Strawberry Alley.

On Jan. 27, McEwen High School Robert Lanham successfully defended his dissertation in front of three of his former students, members of his cohort and Eriksson College of Education faculty members.

The program officially changed its name last semester to the APSU Department of Sociology and Community Development to help students and employers understand better what skills the degree offers graduates.

Giving Tuesday, the largest giving day in the world, takes place on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving every year. Austin Peay celebrates Giving Tuesday under the name "GOVing Tuesday."

Starting this Saturday, Jan. 28, Austin Peay State University's Department of Physics, Engineering and Astronomy will host a free public observation night on the last Saturday of every month through May.

The virtual conference, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m., Feb. 28, allows school district administrators and teachers across the state, as well as community colleges, to garner advice and engage in best practices from experts.

To qualify for this scholarship, students must be enrolled full-time with a 2.75 GPA in any major and be female veterans or be the children of female veterans.

He was presented with the award on Monday, Jan. 16, during Austin Peay State University's inaugural Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast.

With the public's overwhelming interest in theatre, after seven years of not offering theatre classes, CSA has not only brought back the classes, but has also created the Clarksville Youth Theatre.

In November, the Department of Geosciences became the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences to better connect the field with prospective students.

"With a record of 15 highly-ranked publications in one year, our faculty are demonstrating that they are leading experts in their disciplines," Dr. Mickey Hepner, dean of the College of Business, said.

In May 2022, Dr. Brandon Di Paolo Harrison took 10 students to Rosario, Argentina, to study at the Universidad del Centro Educativo Latinoamericano campus while also exploring the region's business, cultural and tourist sites.

Moore's work deals with identity and color, by comparing social ideologies about race, stereotypes, and personal beliefs to everyday colors and the perception of these colors in our environment.

Now is the perfect time to start milkweed plants! To help you get started on planting and nurturing these pollinator-friendly plants, members of the Clarksville Sustainability Board, Clarksville Healthy Yards and Austin Peay State University's Center of Excellence for Field Biology are sponsoring a February planting for pollinators event.

At 9:30 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 16, Austin Peay State University will host the inaugural Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast: Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Dr. King Jr., in the Echo Power Club Level of APSU's Fortera Stadium.

In November, the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) awarded $91 million through the new America the Beautiful Challenge, with SGI receiving one of 55 grants nationwide.

The concert - presented by the Clarksville Community Concert Association (CCCA) in collaboration with the APSU Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts (CECA) - will begin at 3 p.m. on Jan. 29.

In "Connecting Tennessee's History with SGI's Modern Day Conservation," Dr. Dwayne Estes, APSU professor of biology and executive director of the Southeastern Grasslands Institute (SGI), discusses what this region looked like more than 200 years ago.

For more than 90 years, Austin Peay State University's faculty, staff, students and alumni have worked to make the world a better place, and last December, the APSU Board of Trustees made that giving spirit a central focus of the University by unanimously adopting Austin Peay's new mission statement.