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PO Box 4567
Clarksville, TN 37044
Phone (931) 221-7459
gov@apsu.edu

Main Office Hours:
Monday thru Friday
8 am to 4:30 pm

 

Announcements for APSU Faculty & Staff

 

Sister's United bake sale

Sisters United will host a bake sale from 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 18 in the Sundquist lobby. There will be many treats from which to choose, including cookies, chips, drinks and other goodies. Items start at 50 cents, and donations are welcome to support the group's on-campus/community projects.

Sponsor: 
Sisters United
Contact:   Jessica Thomas
E-mail: jthomas24@apmail.apsu.edu
Phone: 423-227-1860
On the Web:  http://

NAACP General Membership Meeting on Monday

NAACP will hold its General Membership Meeting at 4pm on Monday, Nov 9 in UC 213. Falling short on community service requirements for Greek affiliation or aspire to develop leadership skills? Reach higher, join the NAACP to make a difference as we develop and deliver exciting programs to build campus unity and improve student life. Mark your calendars, be a part and make a difference--TODAY!

Sponsor: 
NAACP College Chapter
Contact:   Kathleen Evans
E-mail: evansk@apsu.edu
Phone: 221-1242
On the Web:  http://

Sisters United Peay Soup

Do you have a hidden talent? Come out to the Sisters United Peay Soup event on Tuesday, November 10, 2009 at 6 p.m. in the African American Cultural Center. This event welcomes dancers, poets, singers, actors and any other talented students. Come and express yourself. Light refreshments provided. Sign-up sheet in the African American Cultural Center.

Sponsor: 
Sister's United
Contact:   Jessica Thomas
E-mail: jthomas24@apmail.apsu.edu
Phone: 423-227-1860
On the Web:  http://

Reminder: GIS Clinic

The GIS Center is conducting a GIS Clinic on Tuesday, November 10, 2009 from 9 a.m. to 12 noon in MC205C. Anyone interested in or currently using GIS is welcome. This clinic is designed to assist students in their GIS studies and to further their GIS knowledge. It will also facilitate faculty with an open discussion forum in utilizing GIS for their research.

Sponsor: 
Geographic Information Systems Center
Contact:   Violet Ridenour
E-mail: ridenourv@apsu.edu
Phone: 221-7500
On the Web:  http://gisweb.apsu.edu

Cafe Hispanico

The Hispanic Cultural Center welcomes guest speaker, James Chavez, CEO of the Chamber of Commerce in Clarksville. Tuesday, Nov. 10 from 4-5:30 p.m.

Sponsor: 
Hispanic Cultural Center
Contact:   Jonell Nicholson
E-mail: nicholsonj@apsu.edu
Phone: 221-6645
On the Web:  http://www.apsu.edu/hcc/

Penny Drive Fundraiser: Students Helping Students

Lynette Taylor's APSU 1000 class is sponsoring a Penny Drive to raise funds for Students Helping Students in the MUC lobby on Monday, Nov. 9th; Friday, Nov. 13th; and Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009. Please stop by our table for contributions. A little change can make a BIG difference!

Sponsor: 
Disability Services
Contact:   Lynette Taylor
E-mail: taylorsl@apsu.edu
Phone: 221-6230
On the Web:  http://

Korea Exchange Program Information Session

Would you like to spend a semester of full year abroad in South Korea while earning credits towards your degree? If you would like to explore your options, check out the Korea Exchange Program Information Session at 12 p.m., Monday, Nov. 9 in the MUC 305.

Sponsor: 
International Education
Contact:   Brie Vogt
E-mail: internationaled@apsu.edu
Phone: 221-6851
On the Web:  http://www.apsu.edu/InternationalEd

SAAC Canned Food Drive

Student Athlete Advisory Council announces "12 Days of Christmas" Canned Food Drive November 5-16th. If you attend an athletic event and bring a canned food item you will recieve an entry to win a free prize during the game. Canned food items can be placed in any of our collectiosn bins at the Dunn Center entryways. Upcoming events MBB 11/7 8pm, WBB 11/9 7pm, VB 11/13 7pm, FB 11/14 4pm.

Sponsor: 
Athletics
Contact:   Kelley Guth
E-mail: guthk@apsu.edu
Phone: 221-7972
On the Web:  http://www.letsgopeay.com

Cooking Like Your Grandmother

Please join the Wilbur N. Daniel African American Cultural Center, Cooking Like Your Grandmother event. Come and enjoy cooking demonstrations, and a feast to follow. The event will be held in the WNDAACC, clement building, on Monday, November 23, 2009, from 6-9 pm.

Sponsor: 
Wilbur N. Daniel African American Cultural Center
Contact:   Tonya Nwaneri
E-mail: nwanerit@apsu.edu
Phone: 221-7120
On the Web:  http://

Come Celebrate National Radiologic Technology Week November 9th and 10th

The Austin Peay Radiologic Technology program invites you to celebrate National Radiologic Technology Week. Come tour our x-ray lab (Sundquist E117) and ask our students questions about the program. (Sundquist B127) will have students available to answer any questions as well. The event will be held on Monday, November 9th, from 12-2 pm and Tuesday, November 10th from 11-1 pm.

Sponsor: 
Allied Health
Contact:   Lauren Weaver
E-mail: radtech@apsu.edu
Phone: 221-6455
On the Web:  http://www.apsu.edu/rad_tech

Dine with the Dean

Are you a student in the College of Arts & Letters? You are if you major in Art, Communications, English, Foreign Language, History, Music, Philosophy, or Theatre. Come 'Dine with the Dean' and share your thoughts and concerns. Pizza will be served 11:30 - 1:00 Wednesday, November 18th University Cernter room 305.

Sponsor: 
College of Arts & Letters
Contact:   Debbie Shearon
E-mail: shearond@apsu.edu
Phone: 221-6445
On the Web:  http://

D2L Down Time: Maintenance

Desire2Learn (D2L) will be down on Sunday, November 8th from 1:00 am to 4:00 am CT for maintenance.

Sponsor: 
Distance Education
Contact:   Marcy Dickson
E-mail: d2lhelp@apsu.edu
Phone: 221-6625
On the Web:  

InnerAction newsletter delayed next week

The faculty and staff e-newsletter, InnerAction, will be published Wednesday, Nov. 11, rather than Tuesday, Nov. 10, to accommodate attendance at a conference. If you have any items for Plaudits, please e-mail those to the contact person listed.

Sponsor: 
Public Relations and Marketing
Contact:   Melony Shemberger
E-mail: shembergerm@apsu.edu
Phone: 221-7868
On the Web:  http://www.apsu.edu/prandpubs/

H1N1 Vaccines Available

H1N1 Vaccines will be available starting Mon. 11/9/09 at Boyd Health Svcs. Ellington 104 Hours: 730am-1130am and 1pm-3pm Mon-Fri for free. YOU MUST MEET AT LEAST ONE OF THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA TO RECEIVE THE SHOT. 1. PREGNANT 2. BE A HOUSEHOLD CONTACT OR CAREGIVER OF CHILD AGED 6 MONTHS OR UNDER. 3. HEALTHCARE PERSONNEL 4. AGED 18-24 YEARS 5. CHRONICALLY ILL PERSONS 25-64 YEARS OF AGE.

Sponsor: 
Boyd Health Services
Contact:   LESLIE OR DONNA
E-mail: nelsonl@apsu.edu
Phone: 221-7107
On the Web:  http://

Get Experience in Sports Marketing & Promotions

Get experience behind the scenes at basketball games. The Athletics Marketing and Promotions staff is looking for students interested in learning about sports marketing and game operations. Will include office hours and game nights. Experience can be used for fulfill practicum requirements.

Sponsor: 
Athletics Department
Contact:   Emily Shearer
E-mail: shearere@apsu.edu
Phone: 221-7615
On the Web:  http://www.LetsGoPeay.com

Enter the Scholarship Raffle for a chance to win $20,000 CASH

Buy a $10 Scholarship Raffle ticket for your chance to win $20,000 CASH! Drawing will take place during APSU Men's ESPN BracketBuster game Saturday, February 20, 2010 at Winfield Dunn Center on Austin Peay State University campus. Must be at least 18 years old to enter. Need NOT be present to win.

Sponsor: 
University Advancement
Contact:   Kimberly Scott
E-mail: scottk@apsu.edu
Phone: 221-7350
On the Web:  https://epay.apsu.edu/C20023_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=10

Earn a scholarship for your organization by selling $10 raffle tickets

If your organization sells 100 tickets your organization will receive the profits (minus the cost) from the tickets sales to establish a scholarship or to build on an existing scholarship for your group! *You must sell a minimum of 100 tickets to qualify for profit.

Sponsor: 
University Advancement
Contact:   Kimberly Scott
E-mail: scottk@apsu.edu
Phone: 221-7350
On the Web:  http://

Scholarship Website and On-Line Application

Check out the new scholarship website and on-line application. This is a reminder our current and new students should use this website to review and apply for available scholarships for 2010-2011.

Sponsor: 
Office of Student Financial Aid & Veterans Affairs
Contact:   Sherri Devers
E-mail: deverss@apsu.edu
Phone: 221-7907
On the Web:  http://www.apsu.edu/Scholarships/

BURNOUT. Sign up for the 2009 Bouldering Competitionat the Foy Center

The 2009 Bouldering Competition will take place at the Foy Center climbing wall at 11:00 am on Nov. 21. The fee is $25 and can be paid at the Foy Center by Nov. 15. There will be mens and womens beginner, intermediate, and advanced categories with prizes for each bracket. Free t-shirt to first 20 registrants and lunch is provided. Come out to challenge yourself and win some great prizes!

Sponsor: 
University Recreation
Contact:   Anne Perrault
E-mail: perraulta@apsu.edu
Phone: 221-7564
On the Web:  http://www.apsu.edu/recreation/wall/top-out.aspx

Proposals Requested for the Presidential Research Scholars Program

The Presidential Research Scholars Program requests proposals for the next award cycle. Presidential Scholars are granted $3000 in support of an individual research project or creative activity with scholarly merit. All full-time undergraduate students are eligible to apply.

Sponsor: 
Grants and Sponsored Programs
Contact:   Rebecca M. Jones
E-mail: jonesr@apsu.edu
Phone: 221-7621
On the Web:  http://www.apsu.edu/jonesr/Presidential_Research_Scholars.htm

Students Helping Students Needs You!

Students Helping Students campaign is in progress and now making participation & donations easy for students, staff & faculty willing to share the spirit of Thanksgiving with deserving students with families at Austin Peay. Nomination forms will be available and generous donations will be accepted 11 am until 1pm on Wed, Nov 4 in the UC Lobby. Contact Kathleen at 221-1242 for more information.

Sponsor: 
NAACP College Chapter
Contact:   Kathleen Evans
E-mail: evansk@apsu.edu
Phone: 221-1242
On the Web:  http://

November Advocate now available online

THE ADVOCATE is an informative online newsletter the Office of Disability Services provides to APSU students with disabilities and contains information pertaining to a wide variety of subjects.

Sponsor: 
Disability Services
Contact:   Philip Voorhees
E-mail: voorheesp@apsu.edu
Phone: 221-6230
On the Web:  http://www.apsu.edu/disability/CurrentAdvocate/November09.htm

Intramural Cornhole Tournament

Come out play in Intramurals' final Cornhole tournament for the semester! Registration is Monday, Nov. 9th with the tournament taking place Wednesday, Nov. 11th at 5pm. Greek and open divisions available. Please visit our Web site for more information.

Sponsor: 
Universtiy Recreation
Contact:   Ed Dean
E-mail: deane@apsu.edu
Phone: 221-7564
On the Web:  http://www.apsu.edu/recreation/im/info.aspx

NDLW Online Scavenger Hunt

Join us for the National Distance Learning Week (NDLW) Online Scavenger Hunt. Hunting season opens Monday, November 9th. Current Austin Peay students who complete this exclusively online scavenger hunt before Friday the 13th at 8 AM can enter to win a free iPod touch! Follow the link for details.

Sponsor: 
Distance Ed
Contact:   Bob Anderson
E-mail: d2lhelp@apsu.edu
Phone: 221-6625
On the Web:  http://apsu.edu/ndlw/

Korea Exchange Program Information Session

Would you like to spend a semester of full year abroad in South Korea while earning credits towards your degree? If you would like to explore your options, check out the South Korea Exchange Program Information Session at 12 p.m., Monday, Nov. 9 in the MUC 305.

Sponsor: 
International Education
Contact:   Brie Vogt
E-mail: internationaled@apsu.edu
Phone: 221-6851
On the Web:  http://www.apsu.edu/InternationalEd

Annual Enrollment/Transfer Period

The Annual Enrollment/Transfer Period continues through November 16, 2009. For a list of options, please see the link below.

Sponsor: 
Human Resources
Contact:   Angie Judish
E-mail: judisha@apsu.edu
Phone: 221-7013
On the Web:  http://www.apsu.edu/Hrhomepage/Benefits/Annual_Enrollment_Transfer_Period_News_2010.pdf

Adult and Junior Tennis Clinics at Tennis Center

The APSU Tennis Center is offering tennis clinics for both adults and juniors at the following times: Adults: Mondays 6:30-7:30pm Women's adult: Tuesdays 9:30-10:30am Junior Clinics (4-16 years old): Mon & Wed: 5:30-6:30pm, Tue & Thu: 4:30-5:30 and 5:30-6:30pm.

Sponsor: 
Athletics/Tennis
Contact:   Malik Tabet
E-mail: tabetm@apsu.edu
Phone: 221-6101
On the Web:  http://

FBMC Flexible Spending Accounts 2010

If you are participating in a FBMC flexible spending account for calendar year 2009, be sure to complete the enrollment form for calendar year 2010 if you wish to have this continue after December 31, 2009. The enrollment form must be received in HR no later than 11/16/09. The enrollment form and the FBMC booklet may be found at the link below.

Sponsor: 
Human Resources
Contact:   Angie Judish
E-mail: judisha@apsu.edu
Phone: 221-7013
On the Web:  http://www.apsu.edu/Hrhomepage/hrhomepage/BENEFITS.HTM

Holiday Mailings

Holiday postage stamps are now available in the campus Post Office. Holiday shipping deadline dates are posted at the service window or you can view the web link below.

Sponsor: 
Post Office
Contact:   Tammy Silva
E-mail: silvat@apsu.edu
Phone: 221-6164
On the Web:  http://www.usps.com/communications/newsroom/2009/pr09_082.htm

Students Helping Students Collection Underway

Students Helping Students collection campaign is underway, and we are seeking caring student organizations, faculty and staff willing to share the spirit of Thanksgiving with deserving students with families at Austin Peay. Contact Kathleen at 221-1242 to confirm participation, for suggested items to donate and arrange pick-up of donations.

Sponsor: 
NAACP College Chapter
Contact:   Kathleen Evans
E-mail: evansk@apsu.edu
Phone: 221-1242
On the Web:  http://

Academic Advisement for Spring 2010 Semester

The Career & Advisement Center is scheduling academic advising appointments for all freshman and sophomore undeclared majors and conditionally admitted students beginning Monday, October 26, 2009. Please call (221-7896) or stop in (UC 210) to schedule a time to meet with an advisor.

Sponsor: 
Career & Advisement Center
Contact:   Cherylle Ward
E-mail: cac@apsu.edu
Phone: 221-7896
On the Web:  http://www.apsu.edu/careers/

PETITE FALL CHORAL CONCERT

Petite Fall Choral Concert Join the choral ensembles of Austin Peay State University for the Petite Fall Choral Concert. Friday, October 9 at 7:30pm in the Music concert hall.

Sponsor: 
Music
Contact:   Korre Foster
E-mail: fosterk@apsu.edu
Phone: 221-7002
On the Web:  http://www.apsu.edu/music/

Proposals Requested for the Presidential Research Scholars Program

The Presidential Research Scholars Program requests proposals for the next award cycle. Presidential Scholars are granted $3000 in support of an individual research or creative endeavor with scholarly merit. All full-time undergraduate students are eligible to apply. Go the program website to learn more.

Sponsor: 
Grants and Sponsored Programs
Contact:   Rebecca M. Jones
E-mail: jonesr@apsu.edu
Phone: 221-7621
On the Web:  http://www.apsu.edu/jonesr/Presidential_Research_Scholars.htm

William Rodriguez

Rodriguez was employed as a maintenance worker at the World Trade Center at the time of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attack. The only person at the site with the master key to the North Tower stairwells,he bravely led firefighters up the stairwell. Come hear his story. Tuesday, Sept. 22 at 6:00pm in the Clement Auditorium.

Sponsor: 
SLL
Contact:   Teanna Athanasakis
E-mail: athanasakist@apsu.edu
Phone: 221-6645
On the Web:  http://APSU.EDU/SLL

P-Card sales

The Austin Peay P-Card (for Faculty & Staff) is now available. You will be able to purchase the P-Card from 3-5PM at the Theatre & Dance box office in the Trahern lobby. For questions or reservations please send an email to the contact below.

Sponsor: 
P-Card
Contact:   Gena Shire
E-mail: bo
Phone: 221-7379
On the Web:  http://

SGA Elections This Week

SGA Elections are this week! Elections will end Thursday, September 17th at 11:59 pm. Log onto www.apsu.edu and clicke on the red "Vote" button. From there you can vote for 5 Freshman candidates and 2 Graduates candidates. Candidates are running for seats in the Senate.

Sponsor: 
SGA
Contact:   Brianna Velazquez
E-mail: sgacj@apsu.edu
Phone: 221-7262
On the Web:  http://www.apsu.edu/sga

Veterans' Student Lounge Opening Sept. 14, 2009

Veterans attending APSU now have a place to gather and share stories or relax during lunch. It is located in McReynolds 211 and is open on Mondays and Wednesdays from 11:30-1:30, starting Sept, 14, 2009. We will provide coffee and cookies (free), a place to visit, and a bulletin board for educational information. We cant wait to see you here!

Sponsor: 
Veterans Upward Bound
Contact:   Kari Burnham
E-mail: burnhamk@apsu.edu
Phone: 221-7600
On the Web:  http://www.apsu.edu/VUB/

Newman Club

Come and join the Newman Club for the first meeting of the semester on Monday September 14th in the UC Plaza from 8pm-9pm. We will have a sign to show you where we are. The Newman Club is the Catholic student group on campus. Come find out what we're all about! :)

Sponsor: 
Newman Club
Contact:   Prof. Timothy F. Winters
E-mail: winterst@apsu.edu
Phone: 221-7118
On the Web:  http://

Live Well Challenge

University Recreation wants you to join the Live Well Challenge beginning Sept. 14. This incentive program promotes healthy lifestyle habits. You can earn points to win prizes by exercising. Add a personal trainer to your program by joining the Live Well Challenge Plus. Sign up at the Foy Center to start changing your life TODAY! Free pre & post assessments will be available.

Sponsor: 
University Recreation
Contact:   Lauren Wilkinson
E-mail: WilkinsonL@apsu.edu
Phone: 221-7564
On the Web:  http://www.apsu.edu/recreation

SENIOR EXIT EXAMS FOR FIRST TIME GRADUATING SENIORS

Registration has opened for the Senior Exit Exams! First time graduates receiving a Bachelors Degree in any field MUST register to take the exam. It is a part of graduation requirements. If you are an online-only student, please contact our office.

Sponsor: 
Institutional Research & Effectiveness
Contact:   Teresa Robinson
E-mail: ire@apsu.edu
Phone: 221-6184
On the Web:  http://www.apsu.edu/ire

Are you ready for December Graduation?

Are you ready to graduate in December 2009? If you will be completing your final degree requirements this fall semester, you may be eligible to graduate on December 18, 2009. Log on to http://www.apsu.edu/Commencement/apply.aspx , fill out the form completely and submit. The Deadline to apply will be September 14, 2009.

Sponsor: 
Registrar's Office
Contact:   Jasmine O'Brien
E-mail: obrienjr@apsu.edu
Phone: 221-7124
On the Web:  http://www.apsu.edu/Commencement/