New documentary at APSU explores Sioux Indian buried a century ago in Germany
November 5, 2013
Clarksville, TN – On a snowy afternoon a few years ago, the filmmaker Bettina Renner was walking through an old, Catholic cemetery in Dresden, Germany, when she came across a headstone with the name “Edward Two Two” engraved on it. The marker further identified the man, who died in 1914, as a Sioux Indian chief.
The grave seemed so out of place in Dresden – a city nearly destroyed by massive Allied bombings during World War II – that Renner set out to learn how Edward Two Two wound up Germany. [Read more]
Clarksville Stompfest for Christ set for Saturday, September 28th
September 23, 2013
Clarksville, TN – It’s back! Stompfest for christ! Clarksville and the surrounding areas are welcome to come out and enjoy live music and entertainment on Saturday September the 28th at the APSU Clement Auditorium.
Several churches will use their god given talents to lift up the name of Jesus through various means of entertainment.
Dancers at the 2012 Stompfest
Rivers and Spires Festival 2013 Miss River Queen and Miss River Teen Crowned
April 14, 2013
Clarksville, TN – Sarah Gross has been named Miss River Queen 2013, while Hope Parker will reign as the new Miss River Teen.
The new title holders were crowned at the pageant held Saturday, April 13th at Austin Peay State University’s Clement Auditorium.
2013 Miss River Queen 2013 Sarah Gross (left) and 2013 Miss River Teen Hope Parker (right).
Two Austin Peay State University Alumni to be inducted into Phi Kappa Phi Hall of Fame
April 6, 2013
Clarksville, TN – Two Austin Peay State University alumni, one of whom is a congressman, will be inducted into the Phi Kappa Phi Chapter 191 Academic Hall of Fame.
In addition, the chapter will initiate 116 students and six faculty as new members during the ceremony at 6:30pm, Wednesday, April 10th in Clement Auditorium. [Read more]
APSU to have spring AP Debate Forum on March 6th
February 27, 2013
Clarksville, TN – The Austin Peay State University Department of Communication will hold its 10th AP Debate Forum from 6:00pm-8:00pm, Wednesday, March 6th in Clement Auditorium. The debate is free and open to the public.
The topic for this debate is “Resolved: Tennessee should enact a ban on assault weapons, in order to protect our children.” [Read more]
Rivers and Spires applications for Miss River Queen and Vendors due
February 27, 2013
Clarksville, TN – The Rivers & Spires Festival is currently accepting applications for the Miss River Queen and Teen Pageants as well as applications for volunteers and vendors.
The 11th annual Rivers & Spires Festival will be held April 18th-20th, 2013 in Historic Downtown Clarksville. This event has five stages of entertainment with over 100 entertainers performing all three days.
Rivers and Spires Festival
Collins Tuohy, portrayed in ‘The Blind Side,’ to speak at Austin Peay State University February 11th
February 6, 2013
Clarksville, TN – Collins Tuohy, chronicled with her family in the 2010 blockbuster film “The Blind Side,” will wrap a whirlwind Super Bowl celebration week with an inspiring presentation Monday, February 11th at Austin Peay State University.
Tuohy, a Memphis, TN, native and adopted sister to Baltimore Ravens offensive lineman Michael Oher, will speak beginning at 7:00pm in Clement Auditorium. Tuohy’s remarks have been titled “Behind ‘The Blind Side’: Overcoming Obstacles in the Face of Adversity.”
Collins Tuohy
APSU to present award-winning documentary on January 31st
January 15, 2013
Clarksville, TN – A few years ago, the brothers Jeffery and Clifford Azize set out to discover what it means to be human. They wanted to explore the joy and pain that comes with existence. Their journey took them around world, from living with the homeless in New York City to visiting lepers in Africa.
Throughout their travels, they were accompanied by a group of independent filmmakers who shot hours of footage.
The Human Experience
The Nutcracker to be performed at the Austin Peay University Clement Auditorium December 8th
December 1, 2012
Clarksville, TN – On Saturday, December 8th at 7:00pm the Dance Theatre of Tennessee and Bridgestone Americas Trust Fund presents the Montgomery leg of its touring production of “The Nutcracker” at the Austin Peay State University Clement Auditorium.
The sparkling magic of the season comes to life in Dance Theatre of Tennessee’s enchanting version of The Nutcracker. Highlighted by Tchaikovsky’s brilliant score, the irresistible story of young Clara, a special gift and her fanciful dream to a world of sugary confections has charmed generations. Dance Theatre of Tennessee brings this endearing holiday classic with brand new sets and costumes for the second year in a row to Montgomery county!
The Nutcracker December 8th at the APSU Clement Auditorium
Stompfest For Christ to be held Saturday, November 10th
November 5, 2012
Clarksville, TN – On Saturday November 10th, Step Teams, Praise Dancers and Mime Groups will come together at the 11th annual Stompfest For Christ and raise the rafters at the Austin Peay State University Clement Auditorium.
2012 Stompfest host D.J. Pryor.
