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APSU to host virtual “Remembering Homecoming” celebration the week of Oct. 10

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APSU's 1970 Homecoming parade

CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. – Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Austin Peay State University recently announced it is moving its traditional fall homecoming activities from the week of Oct. 10 to the spring 2021 semester, in conjunction with the Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) decision to postpone fall sports until spring. To celebrate the week leading up to what would have been Austin Peay’s Fall Homecoming 2020, the APSU Office of Alumni Relations has planned several virtual activities for alumni and friends to enjoy remotely.

The celebration, known as “Remembering Homecoming,” will run Oct. 2-9. The full schedule of events is listed below. The celebration also coincides with the Run for the Govs Virtual 5K, which is open to alumni and friends now through Oct. 10. Proceeds from the race will benefit the APSU National Alumni Association alumni group designated scholarships and funds. Runners can register for the 5K until Oct. 10. To register, visit alumni.apsu.edu/5k20.

Friday, Oct. 2 – Announcement of the 2020 Outstanding Alumni Award recipients

Monday, Oct. 5 – Spirit Day in honor of the Governor’s Own Marching Band,                             Governettes, Twirlers, Cheer and Dance Team alumni

Tuesday, Oct. 6 – Ann R. Ross Bookstore Virtual Grand Reopening, Greek Day in honor            of National Panhellenic Council (NPC), Interfraternity Council (IFC) and National Pan-        Hellenic Council (NPHC) alumni

Wednesday, Oct. 7 – Marvin Posey Jr. Scholarship Virtual Celebration, past Outstanding Alumni Award recipients and the 50 Year Reunion Govs Guild honored

Thursday, Oct. 8 – Military Alumni Chapter Scholarship Virtual Ceremony, military alumni honored

Friday, Oct. 9 – Downey Baseball Operations Center & Clubhouse Virtual Ribbon Cutting, football alumni honored

Saturday, Oct. 10 – Run for the Govs Virtual 5K ends

All virtual activities will be available on the Austin Peay alumni social media accounts, including Facebook (facebook.com/APSUAlumni), Twitter (twitter.com/APSUAlumni) and Instagram (instagram.com/apsualumni). Alumni and friends are encouraged to participate by sending their Austin Peay stories, memories and pictures to petersonn@apsu.edu. The content will then be shared on social media throughout the week leading up to Oct. 10.

To support Austin Peay State University fundraising initiatives, contact the Office of University Advancement at 931-221-7127.

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