Candlelight Ball

Candlelight Ball is an Austin Peay State University tradition with a proud history as one of APSU’s premier community events.

Twenty-nine years ago, Wendell H.  Gilbert saw the opportunity to raise funds for deserving students who needed academic financial support.

A retired Army brigadier general and former APSU vice president for development and university relations, Wendell H. Gilbert is the founder of the signature Candlelight Ball….he depicts what it means to be a “true Governor”.  Because of his passion and the support from APSU alumni and friends, this event has raised over $340,000 in scholarship funds. Proceeds from the Candlelight Ball continue to raise funds for scholarships. Over 20 APSU students have been provided financial assistance and scholarships because of the generosity of our underwriters and guests.

Proceeds of the ball have…

• Supported the restoration/ renovation of the Pace Alumni Center at Emerald Hill
• Provided financial support for the APSU Center for Teaching and Learning
• Funded the establishment of a scholarship endowment that continues to benefit deserving student recipients. Over $340,000 in scholarship funds have been raised.

Austin Peay State University’s 29th Annual Candlelight Ball – (Hilton Nashville Downtown)

Cocktail Hour: 6 p.m.

Dinner and Awards Ceremony: 7 p.m.

Dancing: 8 p.m. (To the music of Burning Las Vegas. Back by popular demand!)

Hilton Reservations are now being taken….please call 615-620-2150 and mention “Austin Peay Candlelight Ball” to get your discounted room!

Discounted rooms are available through February 15^th…make your reservations NOW!

Block of rooms AVAILABLE NOW for the 2013 Candlelight Ball!

Please call the Hilton Nashville Downtown at 1-800-HILTONS or 615-620-2150. Ask for the Austin Peay Room Block. 

Austin Peay Discounted Prices for Hilton Nashville Downtown:

• Single Rate - $199
• Double Rate- $199
• Triple Rate - $209
• Quad Rate- $219

For more information or to rsvp, call the APSU Alumni Office at 931-221-7979.

To view 2012 Candlelight Ball photo gallery, click here.

2012-13 Candlelight Ball Committee

Co-Chair: Haven Bowles• Co-Chair: Pam Loos• Mary Ellen Luther • Britney Campbell • Amy Donnellan • Andrea Goble • Nicole Aquino • Cindy Greene • Kimberly Silvus • Nancy Ankoviak • Fran Jenkins • Brittnye Reigle • Mary Turner • Margaret Lyle

February 6, 2013

Candlelight Ball Awards Luncheon

F&M Bank

Beginning in 2011, two individuals were honored and recognized for their outstanding achievement, contribution or recognition they have brought to Austin Peay. These are very exciting and meaningful awards and we are excited to have two outstanding and deserving individuals. This year's Wendell H. Gilbert Award recipient and the Spirit of Austin Peay Award recipient will be announced at a Luncheon held on Feb. 6 at F&M Bank.

For more information please contact the APSU Alumni Relations Office at (931) 221-7979.

Sponsorship Information

We will again be offering the opportunity for sponsors.

2013 Candlelight Ball Underwriters:     

A special thanks to Luster Salon for offering free VeraSpa tanning to Candlelight Ball attendees. Visit the below link for more information:

http://lustersalon.com/latest-news/free-sunless-tan-to-candlelight-ball-attendees/

Sponsorship Levels

Platinum - $5,000  

Table sponsor, 20 individual admissions, two reserved tables, listed in program and on Alumni website

Gold - $ 2,500 

Table sponsor, 10 individual admissions, one reserved table, listed in program and on Alumni website

Silver - $ 1,000 

Reserved table, listed in program, admissions paid separately

Red- $ 500     

Listed in program, admissions paid separately

Your contribution should be made payable to Austin Peay State University and is tax deductible.  Commitments should be paid in full by the end of March, 2012.  Commitments may be paid in multiple payments or one lump sum. 

Payment may be sent to:

Austin Peay State University Alumni Relations Office

PO BOX 4676

Clarksville, TN 37044

For more information, contact the Alumni Relations Office at (931) 221-7979.

Candlelight Ball Awards

Wendell H. Gilbert Award

The Candlelight Ball Award honors a person who has:

Significantly contributed to Austin Peay State University by sustained service

Or

Has made a significant contribution to the university

Or

Has brought recognition to the university by his/her success

The honoree exemplifies excellence and integrity and has inspired others by his/her accomplishments.

Spirit Award

The Spirit Award is given to an individual who is 42 years of age or younger and honors a person who has:

Significantly contributed to Austin Peay State University by sustained service

Or

 Has made a significant contribution to the university

Or

Has brought recognition to the university by his/her success

The honoree exemplifies excellence and integrity and has inspired others by his/her accomplishments.

To nominate an individual for one of the above Candlelight Ball Awards please visit http://www.apsu.edu/alumni/candlelight-ball-awards-nomination-form

 Candlelight Ball Scholarship

Amount: Up to $1000 per year                                                                                                              Deadline: 3/1/2013                                                                                                                             Eligibility: Incoming freshman and current APSU students, standards set by APSUNAA                  Work: 10 hours on events                                                                                                                  Renewable: Yes                                                                                                                               Process: APSU Online Scholarship Application at http://www.apsu.edu/scholarships and submit essay and letter of recommendation to address provided below.
Contact: Alumni Relations Office | 931-221-7979

This scholarship is open to incoming freshmen and current APSU students. Recipient must be full-time and have minimum GPA of 3.0. Recipient will be required to work 10 hours on events. A one to two page essay on the importance of volunteerism and one letter of recommendation (preferably from a teacher or professor) are require. Prior to March 1st, both the essay and recommendation should be sent to: APSU, Candlelight Ball Scholarships, P. O. Box 4676, Clarksville, TN 37044.