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Austin Peay State University's education programs experience unprecedented growth

The Eriksson College of Education is reporting significant enrollment growth across its graduate and undergraduate programs, including a 44.8% increase in graduate enrollment and an anticipated record-breaking cohort for its Grow Your Own Teacher Residency program.

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Govs Ice Hockey to make Bridgestone Arena debut against Vanderbilt on Jan. 17

Austin Peay State University's Govs Ice Hockey Team will travel to Bridgestone Arena for an away game against Vanderbilt on Friday, Jan. 17. A limited number of free tickets for APSU students are available now.

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Austin Peay's Community School of the Arts opens registration for spring classes

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.

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APSU professor selected for Fulbright Group Project in West Africa

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.

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Austin Peay to host annual MLK Day Breakfast with a fireside chat
Austin Peay to host annual MLK Day Breakfast with a fireside chat

Austin Peay State University's 3rd Annual MLK Day Breakfast will feature retired Marine Lt. Gen. Ronald Bailey in a fireside chat, plus a VR documentary screening. The free January 20 community event celebrates King's legacy through discussions on social justice and leadership.

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Austin Peay earns perfect score in regional reaccreditation

APSU has earned a 10-year reaffirmation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) with zero recommendations for improvement across all 73 standards measured, demonstrating excellence across campus.

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Winter storms and warm welcomes: Iowa native Alexis Bisbee finds second home at APSU

Sophomore nursing major Alexis Bisbee has found a welcoming second home at Austin Peay State University, where friends drove through winter storms to help her return to campus and where she's thriving in academics, Greek life and campus involvement.

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APSU funds five CoSTEM projects through RSG program

APSU has awarded Faculty Research and Scholarly Support Grants to five CoSTEM faculty members for innovative projects ranging from cancer research to virtual reality studies.

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Austin Peay and the College of STEM to sponsor drone show at NYE Celebration

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.

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APSU's Eriksson College of Education awards inaugural Changemaker Mini-Grants

The Eriksson College of Education has awarded its first-ever Changemaker Mini-Grants to Dr. Allison Oliver and Dr. Philip Short to fund campus projects promoting equity and inclusion.

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APSU hosts Tennessee Supreme Court's SCALES program, bringing real cases to campus

Hundreds of local high schoolers watched the Tennessee Supreme Court in action at Austin Peay State University through the SCALES program, which brings actual court cases to college campuses and allows students to interact with attorneys and justices.

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Iron sharpens iron: Mother and son graduate with APSU's Class of 2024

Dr. Deborah Hollingsworth and her son John graduated from Austin Peay State University in the same year, completing their respective degrees while supporting each other through unexpected challenges and changes.

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APSU graduates raise $50K to support future students through Class Gift Campaign

Austin Peay State University graduates have raised $50,000 through the Graduating Class Gift Campaign to support future students and university initiatives.

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Austin Peay art graduate wins prestigious Nashville Arcade Arts residency 
Austin Peay art graduate wins prestigious Nashville Arcade Arts residency 

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. 

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Clarksville Youth Theatre to present 'Lord of the Flies' at APSU on Dec. 13

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.

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APSU to host fall commencement ceremonies on Dec. 13

Austin Peay State University will host commencement ceremonies at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13, in the Dunn Center to honor its Fall 2024 graduates.

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Austin Peay launches historic tuition-free program to transform Tennessee students’ lives
Austin Peay launches historic tuition-free program to transform Tennessee students' lives

Austin Peay has launched a Tuition-Free program for Tennessee residents with household incomes under $75,000. Starting Fall 2025, eligible students with the HOPE Scholarship can receive free tuition and waived educational fees, making higher education more accessible for Tennessee families.

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Expanding horizons: APSU's Honors Program names inaugural Faculty Fellows

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.

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Austin Peay's College of STEM awards three grants for student organizations

The College of STEM has awarded grants to three student organizations that will support a chemistry career fair, a GeoClub open house, and a wildlife observation event with the Nashville Zoo.

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Dave Dessauer named director of the Tennessee Small Business Development Center at Austin Peay

Dessauer began his new role on Dec. 1 and brings extensive experience in career coaching and leadership development to support the region's small business community.

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APSU awards four CoSTEM projects Innovative Teaching Mini-Grants for Fall 2024

Austin Peay State University's College of STEM recently awarded four Innovative Teaching Mini-Grants to faculty members for groundbreaking educational projects aimed at enhancing student engagement and success in STEM fields.

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Austin Peay mourns former President Dr. Oscar C. Page
Austin Peay mourns former President Dr. Oscar C. Page

The Austin Peay State University community mourns the loss of former president Dr. Oscar C. Page, who died after an extended illness. Page served as APSU's sixth president from Jan. 1, 1988, to June 30, 1994, leading the institution through unprecedented growth and establishing enduring programs for student success.

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NC5 meteorologist Henry Rothenberg to present at APSU's Science on Tap on Dec. 3

Emmy Award-winning meteorologist Henry Rothenberg will present at Austin Peay State University's Science on Tap event on Dec. 3, discussing the tornado that impacted Clarksville and Montgomery County late last year.

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APSU student turns chance encounter into dream role with Tennessee Titans Foundation

Austin Peay State University student Skylar Hayes has secured a coveted internship with the Tennessee Titans Foundation through networking and persistence.

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Austin Peay's CECA Announces 2024-25 Tennessee Artist Fellow: Stacy Kranitz 

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.

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