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According to APSU’s Dr. Kevin Harris and Dr. Emily Pica, evidence-based strategies from performance psychology can help people build resilience, overcome plateaus, and sustain long-term growth.

APSU psychologists to host 'Built Not Born' community talk on performance, skill development

2/17/2026

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APSU research shows that children’s developmental outcomes are shaped less by single experiences, such as parental incarceration, and more by the broader environments and supports surrounding them in early childhood. | Adobe Stock

APSU research looks "beyond labels" to rethink childhood adversity

1/21/2026

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

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

11/6/2025

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Dr. LeAnn Wills’ ongoing research with rural school counselors emphasizes the unique and unmet needs of their communities. | Photo by Seth Riker

Beyond city limits: APSU professor sheds light on rural school counselors' role in community mental health

10/8/2025

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Dr. Tyler Tims, at center, is hooded by Dr. Nicole Knickmeyer, at left, and Dr. Valerie Leake during a commencement ceremony hosted Aug. 8 in the Dunn Center. Tims is among the first graduates from Austin Peay State University’s PsyD program.

'A promise to Tennessee': APSU graduates inaugural class from state's first, only accredited PsyD program

8/28/2025

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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

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APSU junior psychology major Ayden Kujawa, a member of the Governors tennis team and the President’s Emerging Leaders Program, is balancing athletic and academic responsibilities while pursuing a career in healthcare.

Honors in Action: Ayden Kujawa serves up success at APSU

9/27/2024

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The front desk of Austin Peay State University’s Medication Management Clinic.

APSU's Medication Management Clinic: Transforming mental health access in Clarksville

9/16/2024

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Austin Peay's Shatto honored with Harold Love Community Service Award

5/9/2024

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The Austin Peay baseball team helps clean debris after a tornado.

Govs step up: APSU community unites to support tornado recovery

1/26/2024

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Dr. Erynne Shatto receives Bill Wyatt Distinguished Professorship

12/19/2023

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APSU graduate student chosen for prestigious counseling services fellowship

10/4/2023

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Retired Army CW4 Brandon Morris receives his bachelor's degree during APSU's Spring 2023 commencement ceremony.

APSU graduate student receives new Vet Center Scholarship to support veterans' mental health

6/20/2023

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Inaugural recipient named for the APSU Bill Wyatt Distinguished Professorship, a fund established by the CMCCHF to honor Bill Wyatt

4/6/2023

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Alumni spotlight: Austin Peay graduate brings home-grown Nigerian ingredients to Clarksville business

3/24/2022

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APSU to host National School Counseling Week celebration Feb. 10

2/7/2022

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Renowned physician and activist Dr. Rupa Marya to discuss health and social justice at APSU on Oct. 27

10/19/2021

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APSU's Coggins named state's first Counselor Educator of the Year

6/28/2021

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An aerial view of the front of campus.

Austin Peay to offer new health and social justice certificate this fall

4/22/2021

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APSU names Dr. Valerie Leake as director for the Doctor of Psychology in Counseling Psychology program

4/7/2021

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Recent APSU graduates - now serving as local school counselors - participate in student-focused forum

9/3/2020

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APSU psychology professor publishes books examining criminal justice reform and #MeToo Movement

6/11/2020

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Members of the board talk before a recent meeting.

Board moves APSU closer to offering second doctoral degree

3/18/2019

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