Welch named coordinator of APSU’s Dickson campus
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN – Individuals interested in finishing their college degrees by enrolling at Austin Peay State University’s campus in Dickson County will now have a friendly face to help guide them through the process – new extended campus coordinator Audrey Welch.
Welch is now working at the Dickson Renaissance Center campus (which houses both APSU and Nashville State Community College programs) helping students interested in completing a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.). [Read more]
Miller-Motte Technical brings back Prom-O-Rama
Clarksville, TN – Prom-O-Rama is coming to Clarksville again and a rainbow of color will be flowing through Miller-Motte Technical College’s (MMTC) campus soon. Hundreds of prom dresses will be collected at MMTC starting February 18th.
In an effort to keep costs down for Montgomery County high school girls attending their proms, MMTC is collecting prom dresses from ladies in the community that wish to sell dresses they will no longer wear, but would like to sell.
Maria Scott with Prom-O-Rama Dresses
Local Scholarship Essay Contest for High School Seniors
Written by Richard Garrett
Clarksville, TN – The 7 Points Quest is a local essay contest for high school seniors designed to encourage and promote the 7 principles of Leadership, Enlightenment, Academic Achievement, Perseverance, Outreach, Responsibility, and Growth.
The LEAP Organization recognizes the importance of encouraging youth to be productive and responsible citizens, and is honored to provide resources to assist youth their quest to pursue higher learning opportunities.
Black History Bowl at APSU rescheduled for February 1st
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN – The Eighth Annual Black History Bowl at Austin Peay State University has been rescheduled for 5:00pm, February 1st, in the Music/Mass Communication Building’s Mabry Concert Hall. The event, a scholastic competition open to teams from local schools, was originally scheduled for January 25th, but inclement weather and local school closings made it necessary to reschedule.
“The purpose of the bowl is to build a sense of collegiality among students,” Dr. Barbara Peterson, associate professor of education, said. “It gives them an opportunity to have a high command of knowledge and to apply that knowledge.”
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Report for January 27th, 2013
Clarksville, TN – The weekly Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department Recreation Report provides Clarksvillians with a glimpse at the activities and events that are available from the Parks and Recreation Department for them to enjoy together as a family.
This weeks highlights include:
- Nominate a Coach TODAY!
- Youth Recreation Leagues – Baseball, Blastball®, Softball and T-ball
- Indoor Aquatic Center to host event just for toddlers
- Surrender of Clarksville
Austin Peay State University to participate in Nashville Area Career Fairs
Clarksville, TN – Austin Peay State University students and alumni have an opportunity to learn about careers, internships and educational opportunities at the Nashville Area Career Fairs.
The Nashville Area Career Fairs consist of the College to Career Fair and Teacher Recruitment Fair. Both events are scheduled from 10:00am-3:00pm, Tuesday, February 12th at the Williamson County Agriculture Exposition Park in Franklin, TN. [Read more]
Legends of Clarksvegas returns to raise money for the Clarksville-Montgomery County Humane Society
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Clarksville, TN – On Saturday March 9th the Legends of Clarksvegas will rock the Wilma Rudolph Events Center at Liberty Park to benefit animals and the Humane Society of Clarksville-Montgomery County.
The Legends of Clarksvegas features some of the best professional impersonators in the business. Come see Shawn Barker as “Johnny Cash”, Lance Lipinsky as “Jerry Lee Lewis”, Freddy B as “Elvis Presley”, and Steve Bobbitt as “Rod Stewart” along with special guests, the EAS Showband, the official tribute band for Graceland. Local Attorney Kevin Kennedy will be acting at the Emcee for the evening.
Clarksville Montgomery County School System to kickoff Pre-Kindergarten Applications in March
Montgomery County, TN – The Clarksville Montgomery School System will begin taking applications for the 2013-14 CMCSS Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten starting in March.
The applications will be taken on the following dates and school sites from 4:00pm–6:00pm. [Read more]
Austin Peay Employees share latest accomplishments
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN – Faculty and staff members at Austin Peay State University recently announced a number of publications, conferences and credentials as part of their professional and scholarly activities.
Dr. Sharon Mabry, professor of music, had her new book, “The Performing Life: A Singer’s Guide to Survival,” featured in the book review section of the latest Journal of the IAWM (International Alliance for Women in Music). The review listed her book as one of three recommended for reading. In addition, her book was noted in a review published in the Library Journal. [Read more]
Manna Cafe to hold Mobile Pantry at Montgomery Central Elementary Saturday
Clarksville, TN – Manna Café Ministries will conduct a Mobile Pantry on Saturday, January 26th from 10:00am to 1:00pm at Montgomery Central Elementary School.
At this event Manna Café will be giving away food to anyone in the community needing assistance with groceries. [Read more]
