APSU's revamped Zone 3 internship gives students hands-on experience in publishing and event planning, culminating in the inaugural Zone 3 Writers' Festival this April. This innovative program provides transferable skills for creative writing students while elevating student voices in literary arts.

Registration is now open for the Tennessee Young Writers' Workshop at Austin Peay State University, a week-long creative writing summer camp for ages 14-18. Join us June 15-22, 2025, for workshops, activities, and creative growth.

McArthur Genius Fellow and nationally acclaimed author Kiese Laymon will speak at Austin Peay State University at 7 p.m. on March 20, in the Mabry Concert Hall.

The Living Gallery at Austin Peay State University has announced its Spring 2025 artists in residence, and community members can visit to enjoy diverse works from 11 talented students.

This year's event will feature performances by the Maharajah Flamenco Trio, Colin Isotti, McKelvey Duo, Juanito Pascual, and Montrose Duo from March 16-19.

Austin Peay State University will host the annual Asanbe-Eichhorn Symposium on March 20, 2025, featuring keynote speaker James Vukelich Kaagegaabaw, who will discuss "The Seven Generations and the Seven Grandfather Teachings."

A semi-autobiographical musical written by and based on the life of Jonathan Larson, "Tick, Tick...Boom!" is directed by Zakk Mannella with musical direction by Austin Shaw.  Tickets are on sale now for the show, which will run from Feb. 27 - March 2.

Adjunct professor and former Washington Nationals broadcaster Phil Wood uses his rare collection of baseball memorabilia, including a century-old Washington Auditorium pass, to bring America's pastime to life in the classroom.

Austin Peay State University has announced the inaugural Tennessee's Emerging Creative Writers Contest for high school students, offering recognition across multiple categories and two $1,500 scholarships for seniors who plan to attend APSU.

From immersive cultural experiences in South Korea to service projects in the United Kingdom, the Gilman-McCain Scholarship offers countless opportunities for military dependents - but only four Austin Peay State University (APSU) students have earned the award in the last 15 years.

Austin Peay State University's Writing Center and its director, Dr. Allie Johnston, will receive the prestigious SWCA CARE Certification in February for excellence in student support and innovative writing assistance.

Austin Peay State University's Community School of the Arts will provide Spring 1 term classes in art, music, dance, and theatre from Jan. 27-March 7, with new offerings including Melody Makers and Music for Children courses.

Dr. Karen Sorenson, professor of French at Austin Peay State University, has been selected as one of 14 educators to participate in a Fulbright-Hays Group Project Abroad to develop educational resources at the University of San Pedro in Côte d'Ivoire this summer.

APSU and its College of STEM will sponsor two drone shows at Montgomery County's New Year's Eve Celebration at Downtown Commons, featuring student-designed animations and offering pre-event drone workshops to the community.

Austin Peay State University senior Courtney Gatewood, a mother of three graduating with a BFA in studio art, secured a prestigious Arcade Arts residency in downtown Nashville. She is the only recent graduate among 12 selected artists for the six-month program. 

Austin Peay State University's Community School of the Arts will present the Clarksville Youth Theatre's performance of "Lord of the Flies" on December 13 at the Margaret Fort Lab Theatre.

The Honors Program is launching a new Faculty Fellows initiative to enhance student experiences through mentorship and engagement, and Dr. Dzavid Dzanic and Gina Nigro will begin working as fellows in January 2025.

Austin Peay State University's Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts (CECA) has named photographer Stacy Kranitz of Smithville, Tennessee, as the 2024-25 Tennessee Artist Fellow, awarding her $5,000 to support the creation of new artwork.

Austin Peay State University's Department of Music, with support from the Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts, is presenting American Opera Adventures at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 24, in the Mabry Concert Hall. This event is free and open to the public, and the department will livestream the event on its YouTube channel.  

The Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts (CECA) at APSU has announced a new public art installation in collaboration with the Department of Art + Design, the Center of Excellence for Field Biology (CEFB), and the College of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM).

Stefanie Miller from Main Street Media's "Mornings on Main Street" showcased Austin Peay State University's upcoming production of "White Christmas." Miller delves into the behind-the-scenes magic by interviewing key figures, including lead performers Allie Pyka, Kaiya Richmond, Justin Tinker, and Nicolas Sperandeo, and director Victoria Matlock Fowler.

This free public performance, directed by Dr. Korre Foster, will also feature the APSU Choirs and musical accompaniment by Jeffrey Thomas. Jan Corrothers will accompany the CCC on piano.   

The Department of Music will present its first-ever HapPEAY Holidays Showcase on Dec. 3, featuring seasonal favorites performed by 14 university ensembles. There are two showtimes, and admission is available for $5 or two pantry items.

Austin Peay art students Kamau Hargrow and Lily Goodowens completed prestigious summer internships at Camp Nevernice and Hatch Show Print in Nashville. They gained valuable experience in letterpress printing, enhancing their skills for future careers in fine art and printmaking.

Austin Peay State University's Theatre & Dance Department presents Irving Berlin's "White Christmas" from November 21-24. Directed by Victoria Matlock Fowler, this holiday classic features student performers, spectacular set design, and nostalgic music. Tickets available for $5-$10 at APSU's Trahern Theatre.

APSU's Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts recently awarded Transformative Student Experience Grants to students in four departments, enabling them to participate in enriching summer projects and workshops.

Professor of Art + Design Paul Collins is starting conversations about voting through colorful animal-themed signs that can be spotted throughout the greater Nashville area.

IPH will host a free panel discussion spotlighting Clarksville's 20th-century artistic legacy at the Customs House Museum on Oct. 29, featuring stories from family members of Tom Malone, Thomas Mabry Jr., and Peg Harvill.

Austin Peay State University's Department of Art + Design will welcome Cuban American artist Sarah Sudhoff to discuss her solo exhibition, "Not a Drill," during a free public lecture on Oct. 29.

Austin Peay State University sports communication students recently produced the official live broadcast for the Govs Hockey Club's inaugural season opener, kicking off a partnership to cover home games throughout the season.