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About Military & Veterans Affairs

Austin Peay State University proudly stands as Tennessee's #1 military-affiliated university, serving over 3,188 military-affiliated students through our comprehensive support network of 27 dedicated staff members.


Mission, Vision Values

The Mission

The APSU Military and Veterans Affairs Division provides comprehensive support services and fosters an engaging community for military-affiliated students, alumni, families, and the broader community, focusing on academic, financial, and professional success.

The Vision

We will continue to be adaptive and innovative leaders who serve the evolving needs of our military-affiliated community.  We will anticipate future challenges and guide our nation's heroes and their families through the ever-changing higher education landscape.

Our Values

By the Numbers

#1
Military-Affiliated University in Tennessee
3188
Military-Affiliated Students
27
Dedicated Support Staff Members

 

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Our Support Centers

Austin Peay Center at Fort Campbell

Located just 10 miles from our main campus, offering specialized 8-week classes with flexible scheduling options.

Learn more about Fort Campbell Center

 

Newton Military Family Resource Center

Providing specialized transition support and academic resources for military-affiliated students.

Explore the Newton Center

 

Veterans Education Benefits Office

Expert guidance on maximizing your GI Bill® and other education benefits.

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Key Programs & Services

Military-Affiliated Professionals Program (MAPP)

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Veterans Upward Bound

Learn About VUB

 

VetSuccess on Campus

Comprehensive VA support including:

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Professional Development

Green Zone Training

Faculty and staff training program designed to create military-friendly campus environments.

Register for Training

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Support MVA

Help us continue serving our military community through the Newton-Vares Fund of Excellence.

 

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MVA News

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Strength, discipline, and purpose: APSU's Ben Grandchamp finds his lane

Senior kinesiology major Ben Grandchamp recently won a strongman competition and earned the prestigious Ricondo badge at ROTC training while pursuing his degree.

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Journal leadership, PsyD concentration and new hires mark APSU’s growing impact in military psychology
Journal leadership, PsyD concentration and new hires mark APSU's growing impact in military psychology

Austin Peay State University is positioning itself as a leader in military psychology with the addition of Dr. Stephen Truhon as consulting editor for the Military Psychology journal, a new PsyD concentration in serving military populations, and the hiring of assistant professor Dr. Erica Adkins.

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Goolsby family establishes endowments supporting APSU athletics, military spouses

Larry ('97) and Barbara Goolsby have established two endowments at Austin Peay State University to support athletic nutrition for all student-athletes and provide scholarships for military spouses pursuing higher education.

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Contact Information

Military & Veterans Affairs Division
426 College St,
PO Box 4697
Clarksville, TN 37044
Phone: (931) 221-1685
Email: mva@apsu.edu

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