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The historic Browning Administration Building on Austin Peay State University’s campus. | Photo by Madison Casey

Austin Peay earns perfect score in regional reaccreditation

12/20/2024

Sophomore nursing major Alexis Bisbee, originally from Iowa, has found a home away from home at Austin Peay State University. | Photo by Ally Shemwell

Winter storms and warm welcomes: Iowa native Alexis Bisbee finds second home at APSU

12/20/2024

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Dr. Amy Thompson, a professor of biology at APSU, speaks during a Science on Tap event focused on the science behind mythical creatures. | Photo by Colby Wilson

APSU funds five CoSTEM projects through RSG program

12/18/2024

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A mockup image of one of the animations Austin Peay State University students designed for the upcoming New Year’s Eve Celebration at the Downtown Commons. | Contributed photo

Austin Peay and the College of STEM to sponsor drone show at NYE Celebration

12/17/2024

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The Eriksson College of Education at Austin Peay State University prioritizes student success, recruitment, and retention through intentional Inclusivity Initiatives such as monthly Inclusive Leaders Workshops, and the inaugural Changemaker Mini-Grants awarded this fall. | Photo by Sean McCully

APSU's Eriksson College of Education awards inaugural Changemaker Mini-Grants

12/17/2024

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The Tennessee Supreme Court justices, from left: Justice Dwight Tarwater, Justice Jeff Bivins, Chief Justice Holly Kirby, Justice Sarah Campbell, and Justice Mary Wagner. | Photo courtesy of the Tennessee Administrative Office of the Courts

APSU hosts Tennessee Supreme Court's SCALES program, bringing real cases to campus

12/16/2024

Above: Graduating business marketing major shakes hands with APSU President Mike Licari. Below: Dr. Deborah Hollingsworth receives her academic hood after earning a doctorate of education from APSU.

Iron sharpens iron: Mother and son graduate with APSU's Class of 2024

12/13/2024

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Austin Peay State University graduates celebrate their accomplishments during a commencement ceremony hosted on Aug. 2, at the Dunn Center. | Photo by Ralph Acosta

APSU graduates raise $50K to support future students through Class Gift Campaign

12/13/2024

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Students during a dance performance at APSU’s Community School of the Arts’ 2023 Summer Arts Camp. | Photo by Sean McCully

Clarksville Youth Theatre to present 'Lord of the Flies' at APSU on Dec. 13

12/9/2024

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Austin Peay State University graduates celebrate their achievements during a commencement ceremony hosted on Aug. 2 in the Dunn Center. | Photo by Ally Shemwell

APSU to host fall commencement ceremonies on Dec. 13

12/6/2024

Above: University College Research Librarian Gina Nigro prepares a group of students to serve as peer leaders. Below: Associate Professor of History Dr. Dzavid Dzanic, at right, speaks with Dr. William “Buzz” Hoon, dean of the College of Arts and Letters, on the Govs on the Go Podcast.

Expanding horizons: APSU's Honors Program names inaugural Faculty Fellows

12/4/2024

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Austin Peay State University’s GeoClub is one of three student organizations receiving SOSI grants from the College of STEM this year. The club encourages exploration through field trips, hikes, and more.

Austin Peay's College of STEM awards three grants for student organizations

12/3/2024

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Dave Dessauer named director of the Tennessee Small Business Development Center at Austin Peay

12/2/2024

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Dr. Saeed Samadidana, an assistant professor of computer science at Austin Peay State University, works with one of his students. | Photo by Sean McCully

APSU awards four CoSTEM projects Innovative Teaching Mini-Grants for Fall 2024

12/1/2024

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Austin Peay mourns former President Dr. Oscar C. Page

11/26/2024

Attendees at a previous Science on Tap event featuring Mike Wilson from APSU's GIS Center.

NC5 meteorologist Henry Rothenberg to present at APSU's Science on Tap on Dec. 3

11/26/2024

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Skylar Hayes is a senior business management major at Austin Peay State University. | Photo by Tennessee Titans

APSU student turns chance encounter into dream role with Tennessee Titans Foundation

11/26/2024

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Stacy Kranitz of Smithville, Tennessee, the 2024-25 recipient of the Tennessee Artist Fellowship. | Contributed photo

Austin Peay's CECA Announces 2024-25 Tennessee Artist Fellow: Stacy Kranitz

11/25/2024

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APSU's campus in the winter season.

APSU Board of Trustees to meet Dec. 6

11/25/2024

The Austin Peay State University Observatory, located at 1991 Pickens Road.

Reservations now available for APSU's free December observatory night

11/21/2024

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Austin Peay's New Gallery and CECA now accepting applications for studio residency

11/21/2024

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APSU Opera Theatre during its Spring 2024 production of Mozart's The Magic Flute, which marked the program's first performance of the work since it was established in 1970.

Austin Peay to present American Opera Adventures on Nov. 24

11/20/2024

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This hand-cut vinyl installation created by Taro Takizawa combines artistic design and scientific knowledge to aid in wild bird conservation. | Photo by Ralph Acosta

APSU adds collaborative art installation to protect wild birds

11/20/2024

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Volunteers pack “thank you” bags for the Tennessee State Veterans’ Home as part of Austin Peay State University’s Homecoming service project. | Photo by Robyn White

APSU students honor veterans through Homecoming service project

11/19/2024

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In the News: Austin Peay's 'White Christmas' featured on 'Mornings on Main Street'

11/19/2024

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