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Rylei Johnson, a freshman elementary education major at Austin Peay State University, recently took home the title of Teen Tennessee Petite. Johnson credits the skills she is learning at Austin Peay for helping her win the pageant. | Contributed Photos

From classroom to crown: APSU education major prepares for national pageant while leading nonprofit

1/5/2026

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Dr. Laura Barnett (right) delivers a keynote at the Advocates for Autism Fall Forum at Austin Peay State University on Nov. 6. Barnett, an assistant professor, was named the inaugural associate dean of recruitment and partnerships in the Eriksson College of Education earlier this semester.

Austin Peay's Eriksson College of Education appoints Barnett as associate dean

12/2/2025

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Brunson-Chapman Family Memorial Scholarship to support elementary education students at APSU

10/28/2025

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Rachel Bush, a graphic design professor at Austin Peay State University and one of the cofounders of Say Yes to Recess, with her family. | Contributed photo

Say Yes to Recess: APSU community sparks national movement after state legislature extends recess time

10/3/2025

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The APSU Division of Alumni, Engagement and Philanthropy’s newest team members, from left: Susannah Shumate, Chris Oberholster, and Shelly Iosefo.

APSU's Division of Alumni, Engagement and Philanthropy welcomes new team members

9/10/2025

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The Eriksson College of Education’s inaugural Aspiring Teachers Day will allow high school students to explore a variety of opportunities offered at Austin Peay State University, including the Jack Hunt STEM Center’s state-of-the-art science teaching resources. | Photo by Sean McCully

APSU to host inaugural Aspiring Teachers Day for local high school students

8/29/2025

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Austin Peay State University has announced that two recent graduates, Jacob Gunter and Christian Taliento, have been selected for the highly competitive Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Program.

Two APSU graduates selected for prestigious JET Program to teach in Japan

8/6/2025

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Jzsade Davenport, a Clarksville-Montgomery County School System teacher apprentice graduating from Austin Peay State University with her bachelor’s degree in elementary education this Friday, poses in front of the L.M. Ellis banner at F&M Bank Arena. Ellis’s jersey number was retired in 2022, to honor his place as the first Black player in APSU basketball history. Davenport is his granddaughter. | Photo by Robyn White

Following a trailblazer's footsteps: L.M. Ellis's granddaughter completes her own historic journey at Austin Peay

8/5/2025

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EmMarie Tisdale, a teacher resident with Robertson County Schools, signs her teaching contract surrounded by her family, July 21, at Austin Peay State University. | Photos by Sean McCully

APSU hosts annual Grow Your Own Teacher Residency signing events

8/1/2025

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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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Ugochukwu Onumadu, a Holmes Scholar and international student from Nigeria, is pursuing an Ed.D. at Austin Peay State University to make an international impact on mathematics education. | Photo by Sean McCully

APSU Holmes Scholar aims to bridge cultural gaps through mathematics

5/14/2025

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Forbes features APSU's pioneering teacher apprenticeship program

4/3/2025

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Finding her voice, following her heart: Mia Ayarza's journey to becoming an educator

3/28/2025

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Austin Peay's STEA student group invites community to discuss 'Hidden Figures' at spring book club

3/13/2025

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Sarah Earls (right), an elementary education major, participates in an Eriksson College of Education event with her daughter, Anna, and husband, Harley. Earls, a nontraditional student leader at Austin Peay State University, was recently elected to serve as secretary of the Student Tennessee Education Association (STEA) state board. | Photo by Megan Simpson

APSU nontraditional student earns statewide leadership role

2/27/2025

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Dr. Cheryl Lambert, coordinator of the Center for Rural Education at Austin Peay State University, leads a professional development session for teachers in Houston County during summer 2024. Tennessee teachers and administrators are invited to attend the 5th annual Rural Education Conference this March, hosted by the Center for Rural Education. | Photo by Megan Simpson

Free registration available for APSU's Rural Education Conference

2/25/2025

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Dr. Charles Gonzalez and Dr. Christi Maldonado were named associate deans in the Eriksson College of Education at Austin Peay State University. | Photos by Sean McCully

APSU's Eriksson College of Education names new associate deans

1/22/2025

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Dr. Laura Barnett, assistant professor and program coordinator, discusses a case study with Aspiring Administrator Preparation Network (AAPN) students during a Fall 2024 networking event. The AAPN program is one of the fastest-growing programs in the Eriksson College of Education at Austin Peay State University. | Photo by Megan Simpson

Austin Peay State University's education programs experience unprecedented growth

1/17/2025

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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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Dr. Donna Short, assistant professor of education and Jack Hunt STEM Center co-director, displays a few items available for checkout by local teachers. | Photo by Megan Simpson

APSU's Jack Hunt STEM Center offers free classroom equipment checkout for teachers

10/15/2024

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Valerie Mandez, an elementary education major, is a student leader at Austin Peay State University who is dedicated to making a difference in children’s lives. | Photo by Sean McCully

Latina elementary education student leader thrives at Austin Peay

10/9/2024

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Dr. Allison Oliver, an assistant professor in the Eriksson College of Education at Austin Peay State University, facilitates a workshop in Spring 2024. Oliver recently released a new behavior management book for teachers. | Photo by Ally Shemwell

APSU's Dr. Allison Oliver shares expertise in new behavior management textbook

9/16/2024

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Senior education major Taylor Newton receives a diploma from APSU President Michael Licari during a commencement ceremony on Aug. 2.

APSU's teacher residency expands into rural counties with latest graduates

8/7/2024

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APSU TECTA Coordinator Gerrika Calloway works with students during an Infant/Toddler Orientation session hosted on Feb. 22.

APSU's TECTA program breaks down barriers to support early childhood educators

3/8/2024

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Austin Peay hosts unique career fair tailored for students with autism

3/5/2024

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