One of the strongest influences on college retention is involvement. When school is just a job, sometimes it is a little easier to quit. After all, it doesn't pay you and the rewards can seem far and few between.
That's why universities like Austin Peay set up so many opportunities for students to get involved. From student organizations to extra-curricular lectures and recreational field trips, the connections you make while tending to this part of your university experience can last a lifetime and provide you with inspiration right when you need it most.
Check out below for ways to get involved by joining student organizations and/or attending campus events.
The biggest high impact experience for students is student organization involvement. Click here to find societies, clubs, and organizations relevant to your college life. There are two organizations at APSU specifically catering to nontraditional and students, but nontraditional and transfer students should also consider joining other organizations.
Tau Sigma is an academic honor society designed specifically to "recognize and promote the academic excellence and involvement of transfer students." Transfer students who have completed one year worth of college credit and obtain a semester GPA of a 3.5 or above their first semester at APSU will be invited to join. Members receive a graduation cord.
This chapter of the Alpha Sigma Lambda, the national honor society of nontraditional students, is open to adult learners who are in the top 20% of their class. If you are an upperclassman (anything above a freshman) and you maintain a GPA of 3.2 or better, you are eligible to join this organization for great scholarship, networking, and resume building opportunities.
The Student Veterans Organization is open to all students and serves Veterans and their families at Austin Peay. When transitioning from military culture to higher education, why not do it together. Peer to Peer experience and celebration of achievement mark this important organization for our nontraditional military learners.
Campus Events
Attending events is also an easy way to be involved. Just sign up, show up, and start enjoying yourself! Attendance leads to support networks, not to mention free food and other perks! Events for the entire campus can be found here on PeayLink. Check out the events the Adult, Nontraditional & Transfer Center are hosting this semester:
| January 16 |
Welcome Back Commuter Coffee Breakfast |
| January 23 |
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| January 29 |
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| January 31 |
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| February 6 |
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| February 12 |
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| February 13 |
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| February 21 |
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| March 11-15 |
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| March 13 |
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| March 21 |
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| March 26 |
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| April 3 |
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| April 9 | Graduation Reception 6:00 pm Must sign up on PeayLink |
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| April 17 |
Hands on Hats |
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| April 22 |
Earth Day Craft Night |
| April 25 |
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| April 25 - May 2 | Study Survival Bags Stop by the ANTS Center to grab a study survival study bag |
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| Adult Cafe |
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