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Members of Austin Peay State University’s Aviation Science Program were among those who traveled to North Carolina to provide relief after Hurricane Helene. | Contributed photo

Aviation Govs provide support in Hurricane Helene's aftermath

10/14/2024

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Austin Peay State University senior Christine Jator, at right, with her peers at the University of Chicago’s Summer Undergraduate Mathematics and Statistics Accelerator (SUMSA) program.

APSU's Christine Jator thrives in Chicago summer math program

10/8/2024

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Jackson Brown, a senior chemistry and biology major at APSU, visits Poland as part of the International Research Experience for Students (IRES) program.

Govs Go Abroad: Jackson Brown

10/4/2024

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Dr. Madeline Giefer, an assistant professor at APSU, passes by a group of sunbathing sea lions while on a research trip to the Galapagos Islands.

Giefer in the Galapagos: APSU professor shares insights on sea lion behavior

10/1/2024

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Attendees at a previous Science on Tap event hosted by the Austin Peay State University College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).

APSU's Science on Tap to explore mythical creatures on Oct. 1

9/27/2024

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The APSU College of STEM’s newest faculty members, clockwise from top left: Bridget Cloud, Dr. Cody Covington, Dr. Jamie Botsch, Dr. Majdi Lusta, Matt Ellis, Dr. Niranga Wickramarathne, Dr. Renhou Wang, Samantha Robinson, and Derek Vander Molen. Not pictured: Dr. John Johansen.

Austin Peay's College of STEM welcomes 10 new faculty for 2024

9/25/2024

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APSU senior engineering physics major Jair Martinez visits Rennes, France to conduct research through a study abroad program funded by the National Science Foundation.

Govs Go Abroad: Jair Martinez

9/18/2024

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Jordan Spencer, a senior pre-veterinary student at APSU, handles a wild cheetah during a study abroad program in South Africa. The animal is for educational and conservation purposes and is not a pet.

Spencer paves way for APSU students with South African journey

9/10/2024

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Michelle Rogers, an APSU biology instructor, is coordinating an upcoming Sustainability Forum on campus with the Clarksville-Montgomery County Sierra Club. Twelve candidates running for local and state office are scheduled to appear.

Austin Peay, Sierra Club to partner for Sustainability Forum on Sept. 12

9/6/2024

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The late Dr. Susan E. Ford, a renowned shellfish pathologist and research professor at Rutgers University who served on numerous scientific boards and authored nearly 100 peer-reviewed publications.

APSU announces biology research endowment honoring Dr. Susan E. Ford

9/5/2024

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Tanner Sigears, a junior earth and environmental sciences major at APSU, visits the Czech Republic on a research trip offered through the National Science Foundation.

Govs Go Abroad: Tanner Sigears

9/5/2024

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Attendees enjoy a Science on Tap event at Strawberry Alley Ale Works, which brings faculty from Austin Peay State University’s College of STEM to present on fascinating topics.

APSU announces Science on Tap slate for Fall 2024

8/29/2024

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

APSU announces Fall 2024 observatory nights

8/29/2024

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APSU engineering physics majors Josh Rye, at left, and Jair Martinez visit Rennes, France on a summer research trip offered through the National Science Foundation.

Govs Go Abroad: Josh Rye

8/21/2024

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Henslow’s Sparrow is one of several grassland bird species that has declined in Tennessee during recent years. | Photo by Dr. Stefan Woltmann

Austin Peay partners with TWRA to survey imperiled grassland birds

8/20/2024

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Aidan Milam, a senior chemistry major at Austin Peay State University, enjoys the sights of the Czech Republic while traveling abroad to conduct research on chalcogenide glass.

Govs Go Abroad: Aidan Milam

8/13/2024

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APSU biology major Asjion Catlett, center, conducts research with colleagues at the University of Rzesow in Poland through the National Science Foundation’s Internation Research Experiences for Students (IRES) program.

Govs Go Abroad: Asjion Catlett

8/6/2024

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Dr. Rebecca Blanton Johansen, at right, in the field with then-APSU graduate student Erin Bloom in 2019. Starting this fall, Johansen’s team will be part of a three-year project to study the conservation of the endangered Citico Darter.

APSU partners with TWRA to study endangered Citico Darter

8/5/2024

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APSU’s Students to STEM Professionals program, made possible with Google grant funding, allowed incoming freshmen to explore career options and the resources available through the College of STEM.

Google grant fuels STEM bridge program at Austin Peay

7/29/2024

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APSU's Motus wildlife tracking station became fully operational in July 2024 with support from the College of STEM and the Center of Excellence for Field Biology.

APSU joins global wildlife tracking network with new telemetry station

7/25/2024

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Dr. Dwayne Estes, executive director of the Southeastern Grasslands Institute, presents at a celebration honoring the partnership between SGI and Google.

Austin Peay's Southeastern Grasslands Institute, Google celebrate collaboration

6/27/2024

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Dr. Jackie Vogel presents at Bustamante High School in Jamaica.

APSU professor serving as lifeline to Jamaican math students and teachers

6/12/2024

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Austin Peay to buy airport hangar, fueling future growth of aviation science program

6/6/2024

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Dr. Dwayne Estes, executive director of the Southeastern Grasslands Institute at APSU, guides students on a field trip during 2022.

SGI, APSU professor featured in Forbes editorial by former Sen. Bill Frist

6/3/2024

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Austin Peay State University’s new Guimbal G2 Cabri is equipped with technology similar to standard commercial aircraft and will offer valuable experience to students in the Aviation Science Program. | Photo by Colby Wilson

New Guimbal added to APSU's helicopter fleet

6/3/2024

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