Annual Card Party returns to APSU May 21st
April 28, 2014
Clarksville, TN – The semester is coming to a close at Austin Peay State University, which means it’s time for the annual Card Party on campus.
This year’s event, featuring games of Rook, Bridge and other card games, will be from 10:00am to 1:00pm on Wednesday, May 21st, at the Morgan University Center Ballroom.
The entry fee is $13.00 and includes lunch. [Read more]
APSU hosts 9th Annual Career Networking Event on February 19th
January 23, 2014
Clarksville, TN – The Austin Peay State University Alumni Relations Office will host its Ninth Annual Career Networking Event from 9:00am to 1:00pm on February 19th, in the campus’ Morgan University Center Ballroom.
This networking event, which is free and open to all students, allows successful APSU alumni to share their experiences and offer practical advice about their respective fields. [Read more]
Famed Marine Corps General to speak at APSU Military Alumni Dinner on October 25th
October 12, 2013
Clarksville, TN – In July 1977, a young Austin Peay State University graduate named Ronald Bailey was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Marine Corps.
Thirty-four years later, in June 2011, that APSU graduate became the first African American commanding general of the 1st Marine Division, the oldest and largest infantry division in the Marine Corps.
Celebrate APSU Homecoming with Alumni Golf Tournament and 5K Run
October 3, 2013
Clarksville, TN – The Austin Peay State University Alumni Relations Office plans to welcome back graduates later this month with two special Homecoming events – the 35th Annual Homecoming Golf Tournament and the Homecoming Scholarship 5K Run.
At 8:00am on Friday, October 25th, alumni and the public are invited to participate in the golf tournament at Swan Lake Golf Course. The event, sponsored by Budweiser of Clarksville, costs $60.00 a person, and the fee includes a ditty bag, refreshments on the golf course and lunch. [Read more]
Austin Peay State University to recognize distinguished graduates during Alumni Award Brunch on October 26th
September 18, 2013
Clarksville, TN – This October, Austin Peay State University will honor seven distinguished graduates during its annual Alumni Awards Brunch.
The event, which is open to the public, begins at 10:30am on October 26th, in the Morgan University Center Ballroom.
It is a part of that week’s APSU Homecoming festivities. [Read more]
Austin Peay State University Alumni Relations hosting card party for community May 23rd
April 25, 2013
Clarksville, TN – Do you have a deck of cards in your house? Do you spend most mornings or afternoons playing a game of poker or hearts? Do you regularly read the bridge column in The Leaf-Chronicle?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, than you should stop by the Austin Peay State University Alumni and Friends Card Party from 10:00am to 2:00pm on Thursday, May 23rd, in the Morgan University Center Ballroom.
APSU Class of 1963’s 50-year reunion set for April 27th
March 18, 2013
Clarksville, TN – In 1963, “Lawrence of Arabia” won Best Picture at the Academy Awards, the Los Angeles Dodgers won the World Series and dozens of young students graduated from what was then known as Austin Peay State College.
On April 27th, those graduates are invited to return to campus for the 50-year reunion of the Class of 1963.
APSU to celebrate Women in Athletics April 5th-6th with focus on Title IX
March 13, 2013
Clarksville, TN – It’s time to laud all current and former female athletes at Austin Peay State University.
The second Women in Athletics celebration, scheduled for April 5th-6th, will spotlight the 40th anniversary of Title IX, monumental federal legislation first enacted in 1972 that requires gender equity in sports and other key educational programs receiving federal funding.
The law states, “No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.” [Read more]
APSU Alumni Association’s New membership card brings perks to members
March 4, 2013
Clarksville, TN – In a person’s wallet, you’ll usually find a driver’s license, a few debit and credit cards and maybe a punch card for a free coffee or sandwich somewhere.
If you’re a graduate of Austin Peay State University, the APSU National Alumni Association wants you to make room for another piece of plastic – a new, alumni membership card.
Austin Peay State University to break ground on new Animal Science Facility on November 30th
November 20, 2012
Clarksville, TN – In 1961, a group of Austin Peay State College agriculture students built a hay barn at the school’s farm off Pickens Road to house an animal husbandry operation.
At the time, the facility was more than adequate for the small college, but in recent years, the University’s Department of Agriculture has experienced unprecedented growth.