APSU virtual “Remembering Homecoming” celebration set for week of October 10th
Clarksville, TN – Due to the COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic, Austin Peay State University recently announced it is moving its traditional fall homecoming activities from the week of October 10th, 2020 to the spring 2021 semester, in conjunction with the Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) decision to postpone fall sports until spring.
Austin Peay State University’s 1970 Homecoming parade. (APSU)
Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce October 2020 Events
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce – upcoming events and announcements during the month of October.
On October 7th, the Chamber will hold its monthly Clarksville Young Professionals meeting virtually at noon.
Miss Austin Peay 2021 Noelle Thompson receives Congressional Award Gold Medal
Clarksville, TN – Noelle Thompson, Miss Austin Peay 2021, received a Congressional Award Gold Medal on Saturday, September 26th, 2020 at the Austin Peay State University (APSU) Morgan Student University Center Ballroom for spending more than 1,800 hours serving the community through the Break Through 4 a Buddy program.
Miss Austin Peay Noelle Thompson and Tennessee State Senator Bill Powers. (APSU)
Planters Bank Presents… “Jailhouse Rock” at the Roxy Regional Theatre, Friday
Clarksville, TN – Get ready to rock ‘n’ roll with the King at the Roxy Regional Theatre this weekend when Planters Bank Presents… “Jailhouse Rock” on their big screen this Friday, October 2nd, 2020 at 7:00pm.
In this raw-edged rock ‘n’ roll classic, Elvis Presley stars as hotheaded young singer Vince Everett, who goes to prison for accidentally killing a man in a barroom brawl while defending a young woman’s honor. After Everett’s cellmate teaches him how to play guitar and encourages him to sing, Everett’s hip-swiveling, electrifying performance at a jailhouse concert leads to stardom.
Jailhouse Rock
Clarksville’s First Thursday Art Walk to be held October 1st, 2020
Clarksville, TN – Produced by The Downtown Clarksville Association, First Thursday Art Walk is a free, self-guided tour spanning a 5-block radius that combines visual art, live music, engaging events and more in the heart of Downtown Clarksville.
With 10+ venues, bars and businesses participating each month, the First Thursday Art Walk in Clarksville is the ultimate opportunity to savor and support local creative talent.
First Thursday Art Walk in downtown Clarksville
APSU successful in accreditation process
Clarksville, TN – Austin Peay State University (APSU) recently completed its fifth-year accreditation review successfully without requiring any additional reports.
The review, which is part of the overall accreditation process from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), is completed by institutions approximately half way between the full 10-year reaffirmation process.
Austin Peay State University Campus. (APSU)
Customs House Museum to reopen Explorers’ Landing and Family Art Studio, October 4th
Clarksville, TN – For the first time in over six months, the Customs House Museum and Cultural Center is reopening Explorers’ Landing and the Kiwanis Family Art Studio.
Beginning October 4th, 2020 the ever-popular kid’s areas will be open for visitors with a few new precautions in place to ensure safe play for families.
Customs House Museum and Cultural Center’s Explorers’ Landing and Family Art Studio
APSU art faculty to present works during ‘Art + Design Faculty Triennial’
Clarksville, TN – The Austin Peay State University (APSU)The New Gallery, with support from The Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts and the Department of Art + Design, is pleased to present the Art + Design Faculty Triennial to continue an exciting 2020-2021 exhibition season.
Austin Peay State University Art + Design “Faculty Triennial” set for September 28th – October 23rd, 2020. (APSU)
APSU economics professor named Harvard Kennedy School research fellow
Clarksville, TN – Austin Peay State University (APSU) assistant Professor of Economics Elif E. Demiral Saglam just entered her first semester, but already has made advancements within her career scope – most recently becoming a research fellow at the Harvard Kennedy School for the upcoming academic year.
Austin Peay State University Assistant Professor of Economics Dr. Elif Demiral Saglam. (APSU)
Downtown @ Sundown Concert to be held October 2nd at Downtown Commons
Montgomery County, TN – On October 2nd, 2020, Jerrod Niemann and Tyler Booth will be performing at the Downtown Commons from 7:00pm-10:00pm for the first of two concerts planned during the month of October.
Country musician Tyler Booth, will be kicking off the evening as he opens for platinum-certified hitmaker country musician Jerrod Niemann. They are sure to bring the crowd to their feet with a great combination of songs.
