Mission Statement

The mission of the College of Behavioral and Health Sciences is to cultivate a dynamic and inclusive learning environment that prepares students to excel in their chosen disciplines. Through innovative education, research, and community engagement, we are committed to preparing graduates to meet the needs of a global society.   

Austin Peay State University’s College of Behavioral and Health Science is committed to recruiting, supporting, and empowering a diverse faculty, staff, and student body with a safe, welcoming, and equitable environment for all. This extends to all cultures, ages, races, ethnicities, sexual orientations, gender identities, socioeconomic statuses, religions, physical or mental abilities, and political affiliations, as well as first-generation and military-affiliated students.  As a college, we place value on the examination of inequalities and seek actionable solutions. We engage and respect diverse experiences through our academic departments and their programmatic activities.