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Inductees into the APSU Governors Military Hall of Fame Class of 2024, clockwise from top left: Command Sgt. Maj. (Ret.) Anthony L. Alfred, Col. (Ret.) Harold Roberts, Lt. Col. (Ret.) Wanda Bruce Graham, Lt. Col. (Ret.) Jerry V. Jones, the late Command Sgt. Maj. (Ret.) Darol Walker, Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Ronald Bailey, and the late Staff Sgt. Rayburn S. Jackson.

APSU Governors Military Hall of Fame announces Class of 2024

10/1/2024

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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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Austin Peay State University’s total enrollment is up 8.2% from last year, underscoring its position as a leading public university in Tennessee.

Austin Peay emerges as Tennessee's fastest-growing public university

9/27/2024

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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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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AP Navigate, a comprehensive digital platform for Austin Peay State University students, recently added the GovSignal tool to enhance student support services. | Photo by Sean McCully.

APSU launches GovSignal to connect students with campus resources

9/26/2024

Student Education Tennessee Association (STEA) members Scarlett Canada and Elizabeth Braverman participate in the Spring 2024 book club discussion with STEA advisor Dr. Joanne Philhower. The book club explores educational themes in popular fiction and nonfiction and is open to the community. | Photo by Jaylon Gonzales

Austin Peay's STEA student group to host community book club

9/26/2024

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Blas Falconer, a California-based poet and faculty member at San Diego State University.

Award-winning poet Blas Falconer to speak at APSU

9/26/2024

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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’s 2024 Distinguished Alumni, clockwise from top left: Candy Johnson (‘06), Brad Withrow (‘88), Dr. Jerome E. Morris (‘90), Zach Walton (‘14), Blake Golden (‘18), and Tom Chester (‘73).

APSU to host Distinguished Alumni Awards Ceremony on Oct. 26

9/25/2024

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APSU’s Clement Building, which houses the 3+3 Law Program as part of the Department of Political Science and Public Management.

APSU's 3+3 Law Program reshaping legal education

9/25/2024

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Senior criminal justice major Alacea Thompson is the first student at APSU to receive the National Association of Veterans Upward Bound Scholarship, which is awarded to outstanding veterans.

APSU Student wins National Veterans Upward Bound Scholarship

9/24/2024

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Dr. Rudy B. Baker (third from left) and Dr. Erin Carlin (second from right) present Lt. Col. Daniel J. O’Connor (fourth from left) and Maj. Marshal B. Carpenter (third from right) with a GovsHead Plaque and signed letter of appreciation recognizing their efforts in advancing APSU-ODC cooperation.

APSU to participate in U.S. Embassy Belgrade's Balkan Security Review

9/19/2024

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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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Above: Founding SITI Company members Ellen Lauren and Will Bond. Below: SITI Company sound designer Darron West. | Photos courtesy of SITI Company

SITI Company members to lead masterclass, debut original production at APSU

9/17/2024

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The 2024 Austin Peay State University (APSU) Domino’s Run for Govs 5K and Valerie Hunter-Kelly Run/Walk For the Govs 1K will take place at 8 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 5 at the Pace Alumni Center on Emerald Hill, home of the Austin Peay State University National Alumni Association.

APSU to host Domino's Run for Govs 5K, Valerie Hunter-Kelly Run/Walk For the Govs on Oct. 5

9/17/2024

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A giant book installation created by APSU Professor of Art + Design Paul Collins on display at the 2023 Southern Festival of Books. | Photo courtesy of Paul Collins

Unbannable Library: APSU hosting giant installations to combat censorship during Banned Books Week

9/16/2024

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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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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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Ethan Schmidt, APSU visiting professor of communication, engages students in a public speaking class with an interactive activity. | Photo by Ally Shemwell

Finding a voice: Ethan Schmidt's journey from APSU student to professor

9/13/2024

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Animator and Oscar-nominated director Erick Oh, known for his short film “Namoo,” will deliver a free public lecture at APSU this month.

APSU welcomes animator Erick Oh for CECA Visiting Artist Speaker Series

9/12/2024

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Dr. Buzz Hoon, dean of the College of Arts and Letters, interviews retired art professor Dr. Jim Diehr for the Govs on the Go: Legacy Series podcast.

Austin Peay podcast premieres Legacy Series episodes

9/11/2024

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APSU Faculty Recall 9/11: Personal stories keep tragedy's memory alive

9/11/2024

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Austin Peay State University’s housing quad, where several campus residence halls are located. | Photo by Beth Rates

APSU launches groundbreaking overnight preview program for youth in foster care

9/11/2024

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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