APSU alumni Lynn Von Hagen pursues research opportunity in Kenya
Clarksville, TN – As a young person, Lynn Von Hagen dreamed of working with animals. She donated to conservation groups and gave her time and talents to Freedom Farm Animal Sanctuary, a domestic animal rescue organization in Hendersonvillem TN.
However, as is the case for many people, Von Hagen was forced to postpone her dreams of pursuing studies in zoology, ecology and animal biology and concentrate on earning a living.
Austin Peay Lynn Von Hagen dreamed of working with animals and now that dream is taking her to Kenya.
APSU’s Victor Felts presented with Southeastern Interfaternity Conference’s highest honor
Clarksville, TN – Victor Felts, director of Student Life and Engagement at Austin Peay State University, was presented with the Dr. Karlem Riess Award during this month’s Southeastern Interfaternity Conference in Atlanta, Georgia.
The Dr. Karlem Riess Award is the highest honor bestowed to an individual by the Southeastern Interfraternity Conference.
APSU’s Victor Felts
Cunningham Volunteer Fire Department’s 14th Annual Chili Supper Saturday, February 27th
Cunningham, TN – The Cunningham Volunteer Fire Department will be having their Annual Chili Supper at the Montgomery Central Middle School on Saturday February 27th from 5:00pm until 7:00pm.
Come on by and enjoy live music by the Back lot pickers and visit with your friends and neighbors. You can take your meal home if you prefer. Supper includes a bowl of chili, cornbread, crackers, drink and dessert.
Cunningham Volunteer Fire Department Annual Chili Supper
APSU alum Joey Smith joins 2016 Class of Pink Tie Guys
Clarksville, TN – Montgomery County Public Health Director Joey Smith (’99) was recently honored for his work in the fight against breast cancer by the Greater Nashville Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure with his induction into the 2016 Class of Pink Tie Guys.
Montgomery County Public Health Director Joey Smith
Montgomery County Relay For Life currently taking Luminaria Orders for Event Ceremony
Clarksville, TN – As this year’s Relay For Life campaign effort approaches its close and final plans for the culminating event are almost complete, the public is invited to participate. As we continue our efforts to “Finish the Fight” in the cure for all forms of cancer, we recognize that there are many in the community who will lose the battle and succumb to the fight with cancer.
In the midst of the celebration and festivities that will take place during the Relay For Life event on May 20th, it is also a time dedicated to reflection and healing, to commemorate those who courageously fought but lost the battle in their fight with cancer.
Montgomery County Relay for Life
Classics at Austin Peay State University students present at international conference
Clarksville, TN – Six Austin Peay State University Classics students recently presented papers at the Fifth Annual University of Tennessee Undergraduate Classics Conference, an international, refereed conference held on the campus of the University of Tennessee Knoxville.
This marked the third consecutive year APSU has had multiple students accepted, and also represented the highest total of students of any university at the conference.
The campus of Austin Peay State University. (APSU)
Clarksville Parks and Recreation and USO of Fort Campbell partner to host Veterans Fair
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Parks and Recreation and the USO of Fort Campbell have joined forces to offer a free fair for veterans and their families on Saturday, March 5th from 11:00am to 2:00pm at the Kleeman Community Center.
The Veterans Fair is a great opportunity for veterans to connect with local agencies and organizations and to preview recreation programs available in our community. Enjoy family activities, demonstrations, music, crafts and fun. [Read more]
APSU’s O’Connor contributes to article on mass killings
Clarksville, TN – Dr. Tom O’Connor, Austin Peay State University associate professor of Criminal Justice/Homeland Security, recently co-authored an article, “Mass Killings: What We Know and Where Do We Go,” in the Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities – American Institute of Science.
APSU’s Dr. Tom O’Connor
Sixth Annual Young Women’s Leadership Symposium coming to Austin Peay State University March 4th
Clarksville, TN – In 1964, a high-level AT&T executive named Robert Greenleaf decided to retire from his stable position in order to redefine how Americans think of leadership.
With his famous quote, “Good leaders must first become good servants,” Greenleaf gave life to the servant-leader movement, which became a staple in college business classes and executive seminars at the end of the 20th century and the beginning of the 21st.
Graduation gala returns to Austin Peay State University February 29th, March 1st
Clarksville, TN – Last October, the Austin Peay State University Registrar’s Office decided to have a little fun. Instead of hosting its annual Grad Finale to make sure seniors were ready to graduate that December, the office threw a celebratory party called the Graduation Gala.
“We saw a significant, 17 percent increase in participation,” Telaina Wrigley, APSU registrar, said. “It turned into a functional event for the graduates, as well as a celebration. They celebrated with their friends, but they also had the ability to resolve any outstanding issues and take care of any business.”
Austin Peay State University’s Morgan University Center. (APSU)
