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Peayple in the Community

The Day of Service offers a broad range of volunteer opportunities, from environmental projects and education initiatives to social work and community outreach. That means you can find a place to make a difference no matter where your passions lie. Whether you’re a student seeking to make a positive change in the community or a faculty/staff member looking to connect with your colleagues in a new environment, the Day of Service is your chance to contribute meaningfully.

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Day of Service - August 26, 2024

We’re thrilled to announce the upcoming Peayple in the Community – Day of Service, slated for August 26, 2024. This is more than a date on the calendar; it’s an opportunity to come together as a community and make a tangible impact in Clarksville. 

Rooted in Austin Peay State University’s strategic plan, this event fosters engagement through service, transforming our words into actions and plans into impact. We’re not just here to learn but to serve. We're here to strengthen the bonds that connect us. 

Community Day of Service

So, mark the date. Prepare to join your peers, mentors and colleagues as we unite to enrich the lives of those around us and build deeper relationships within our community. 

Welcome to a day of service, a day of engagement, and a day of making a difference. Because at Austin Peay, we don’t just aim for success – we foster it in ourselves and others. 

We look forward to seeing you there.

Last Years Results. Lets Aim Higher!

600+
Volunteers
1st
Annual Service Day
1200
Service Hours

What's Our Purpose?

Student engaging with residents at a senior home.

Fostering Engagement

The event stimulates active engagement among the Austin Peay community – students, faculty and staff – outside the traditional academic environment. It provides a platform to interact, collaborate and build relationships in a service-oriented setting.

Student pushing a wheelbarrow

Community Service

The event encourages the Austin Peay community to give back to Clarksville. This is realized by volunteering with various organizations and participating in service activities. The act of service not only benefits the wider community but also enriches the experiences of those who participate. 

Students posing for a picture with their shovels

Building Relationships 

By creating opportunities for participants to work together in service activities, the event builds stronger, more meaningful connections among members of the Austin Peay community. 

Staff and students planting flowers

Realizing APSU’s Strategic Vision 

The Day of Service supports Austin Peay’s strategic vision of enhancing student success and academic excellence. It does this by providing experiential learning opportunities, promoting civic responsibility, and cultivating an environment of collaboration and mutual support. 

Student painting a wall

Supporting Clarksville 

Through active participation in various service activities, the Austin Peay community contributes to Clarksville's social, economic and cultural development. This reflects APSU’s commitment to be an active, contributing member of the local community.

Peayple in the community logo

Dr. Kathrine Bailey