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Coding Instructor Amanda McNair (right) helps Aria Smith (left), a student at one of Austin Peay State University’s Summer Coding Camps, design a custom Roblox game. | Photo by Ethan Steinquest

Igniting a passion for tech: Austin Peay's Summer Coding Camps inspire young learners

7/7/2025

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The Department of Chemistry at Austin Peay State University (APSU) is nationally certified by the American Chemical Society (ACS) and prepares students for a wide variety of career options.

APSU's Jacob Benjamin Morris Ramos Memorial Endowment to support nontraditional chemistry majors

7/7/2025

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Austin Peay State University students and faculty tour the Canyon de Chelly National Monument in the Navajo Nation. The study away program was supported by funding from the Office of Institutional Culture, and a Student Academic Success Initiative (SASI) grant paid for a Canyon de Chelly Jeep Tour. | Contributed photo

APSU students experience Native American culture through New Mexico study away program

7/3/2025

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Austin Peay State University alumna Christina Reyes and her novel, “Heartbeat.” | Photos contributed by Christina Reyes

APSU alumna overcomes adversity to share her story in new book

7/3/2025

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A generous gift from Austin Peay State University alumna Tracy Barbour (’05) and her husband Ronald Barbour has established the Rev. Clifford and Mrs. Ollie Mae Griffith Memorial Endowment to benefit students in the university’s Honors Program.

APSU alumna Tracy Barbour establishes Rev. Clifford and Mrs. Ollie Mae Griffith Memorial Endowment to benefit honors students

7/2/2025

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A map identifying lead vs non-lead cities in the final sample of a study coauthored by Dr. Hamid Noghanibehambari, an assistant professor at APSU.

APSU professor coauthors groundbreaking study on childhood lead exposure's long-term effects

7/1/2025

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Maggie Lehtola shakes hands with Dr. William “Buzz” Hoon, dean of APSU’s College of Arts and Letters, during her May 2025 graduation. | Photo by Sean McCully

Rewriting the script: APSU graduate's path to London's stage

7/1/2025

College of Arts and Letters department of theatre and dance spotlight topnews 2025

In a still from “The Prairie Preacher,” APSU’s Dr. Dwayne Estes stands with a eulogy for grasslands in hand, captured in black and white.

Austin Peay's SGI staff featured in Emmy Award-winning documentary "The Prairie Preacher"

6/30/2025

2025 Faculty Southeastern Grasslands Institute College of STEM topnews SGI

Speeding Down the Champs-Elysees by Ralph Acosta, one of the works on display in APSU's digital art collection.

Austin Peay State University's art collection now available for global digital viewing

6/27/2025

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The ASUN and UAC logos.

APSU to join United Athletic Conference next year as ASUN, WAC forge strategic alliance

6/26/2025

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Austin Peay State University alumni Cecelia (‘71) and the late Mitchell (‘71) Johnson, who established the Johnson Family Letters Endowment. | Contributed photo

APSU alumni create Johnson Family Letters Endowment for history and English students

6/26/2025

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In the News: Estes featured in New York Times series on environmental solutions

6/25/2025

Center of Excellence for Field Biology topnews Southeastern Grasslands Institute College of STEM department of biology 2025 Faculty

A time-lapse of Austin Peay State University’s second corpse flower, Athena, as she prepares to bloom in the near future.

Austin Peay's second corpse flower, Athena, expected to bloom soon

6/25/2025

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Governor’s Golden Ale, an APSU-branded beer developed in partnership with Michael Waltrip Brewing Co., is a light beer designed to be enjoyed comfortably. | Photo by Sean McCully

NASCAR legend Michael Waltrip's APSU-branded beer now on sale across Tennessee

6/24/2025

Austin Peay State University’s Deputy Director of Athletics, Chief Operating Officer, and Senior Woman Administrator Niesha Campbell

In the News: Niesha Campbell selected to NCAA Pathway Program

6/23/2025

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Kevin (‘87) and Linda Staton, Austin Peay State University alumni. Kevin has more than 30 years of experience in information technology, and Linda works as an associate professor of biology at Pellissippi State Community College.

APSU alumni create Kevin and Linda Staton CSIT Endowment to support students

6/23/2025

College of STEM topnews 2025 department of computer science and information technology

APSU student Valeria Mendez, one of the university’s previous Gilman Scholarship winners. | Photo by Sean McCully

Austin Peay students earn nationally competitive Gilman Scholarships to study abroad this summer, fall

6/18/2025

2025 Study Abroad and International Exchange topnews study abroad

Joan Dewald, Jennette Volpe, and Dr. Ernest Dewald.

Joan Dewald, Jennette Volpe create agriculture endowment for APSU students

6/17/2025

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From trauma survivor to child advocate: Austin Peay social work graduate builds paths to healing

6/16/2025

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Dr. Daniel McKelvey, an assistant professor in APSU’s Department of Psychological Science and Counseling. | Photo by Seth Riker

Redefining strength: APSU psychologist weighs in on masculinity and mental health

6/16/2025

College of Behavioral and Health Sciences Department of Psychological Science and Counseling Faculty 2025 topnews

Dr. Mike Wilson, the director of APSU’s GIS Center, helps a student program a basic robot during the university’s inaugural Robotics Camp. | Photo by Colby Wilson

Inspiring the next generation: APSU's Robotics Camp captivates local students

6/12/2025

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APSU Ed.D. and psychology students, along with assistant professor Dr. Andrea Lee, dressed in traditional Korean clothing (known as a hanbok), outside Gyeongbokgung Palace during their study abroad trip to South Korea in May. | Contributed photo

APSU doctoral students complete transformative study abroad experience in South Korea

6/12/2025

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The Gov, APSU President Mike Licari, and Kimberly Wiggins dance during the 41st Annual Candlelight Ball at the Renaissance Nashville Hotel. | Photo by Ralph Acosta

APSU's 41st Annual Candlelight Ball raises record-breaking $266,642 for student scholarships

6/12/2025

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Austin Peay State University's campus.

Austin Peay State University Board of Trustees Announces 2025 Award Recipients

6/9/2025

Board of Trustees 2025 topnews

APSU alumni Dylan Cottrell (left) and Kayla Downey (right), first-generation college students, proudly display their MBA diplomas at the university’s Spring 2025 commencement. | Photo by Robyn White

First-generation siblings make history as part of APSU's inaugural MBA class

6/6/2025

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