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Students enjoy hands-on activities during Lab Explorer Camp at Austin Peay State University. | Photo by Colby Wilson

Registration open for APSU's 2026 CoSTEM Summer Camps

3/17/2026

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Dr. Samuel Jator worked at Austin Peay State University for 14 years and served as the chair of the Department of Mathematics and Statistics from 2014-22. His guidance and support inspired former students to fund a permanent endowment in his name.

APSU International Student Organization alumni establish Dr. Samuel Jator Computer Science and Quantitative Methods Endowment

3/4/2026

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The APSU College of STEM hosts Science on Tap events throughout the academic year at Strawberry Alley Ale Works. | Photo by Colby Wilson

APSU's College of STEM announces Spring 2026 Science on Tap slate

1/28/2026

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Arielle Lawrence, a sophomore mathematics and computer science major at APSU, is currently working a year-long internship with the Tennessee Department of Finance and Administration. | Photo by Robyn White

Cracking the code: APSU sophomore lands cybersecurity internship with Tennessee Department of Finance & Administration

11/6/2025

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William Keener, an APSU student triple majoring in physics, computer science, and mathematics, at the Center for Astrophysics. | Contributed photo

Austin Peay student researches solar wind mysteries at Harvard

9/25/2025

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The Sundquist Science Complex at Austin Peay State University, where many students within the College of STEM take classes.

Four APSU CoSTEM professors approved for tenure

8/22/2025

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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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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

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APSU biology majors Comfort Ogbu, Chelsea Chavis, and Hannah Zahn are recognized for their excellence throughout the 2024-25 academic year. | Contributed photo

Austin Peay's College of STEM honors student achievements for 2024-25

5/7/2025

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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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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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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 students Calleway Schmidt, Owen Fink and Kaleb Scott collaborate on a VR-driven project to create a 3D library of chemical compounds. | Photo by Ally Shemwell

Molecules in Motion: APSU students harness VR to break ground in chemistry education

4/22/2024

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Student Spotlight: Yuriy Holovchak unlocks discoveries, broadens horizons

8/23/2023

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Dr. John Nicholson and his digital artwork,

APSU's Dr. John Nicholson 'Bridges' the gap between math and art at international conference

8/17/2023

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APSU's robot dog is capable of learning from and engaging with its surroundings based on advanced student programming, promoting hands-on learning experiences.

APSU invests in robot dog to empower STEM students

7/12/2023

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Austin Peay student receives prestigious Barry Goldwater Scholarship

4/12/2023

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Science on Tap: Austin Peay's monthly science series presents 'Generative AI: When Machines Dream of Electric Sheep'

3/29/2023

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'Say her name': Austin Peay professor works to raise awareness of Mahsa Amini's death, protests in Iran

10/7/2022

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Austin Peay's computer science bachelor's degree programs earn highly sought ABET accreditation

9/6/2022

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Student spotlight: Transfer student Austin Kerr found purpose, encouragement at APSU - and now a job

8/16/2022

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Student spotlight: Transfer student Austin Kerr found purpose, encouragement at his hometown college

6/24/2022

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Austin Peay coding camp kids pepper Google data center reps with questions

6/23/2022

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Austin Peay's 'Innovation Experience' to showcase STEM student work to industry partners

4/14/2022

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Tennessee Academy of Science provides 'wonderful opportunity' for Austin Peay faculty, staff

11/23/2021

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