Altra Federal Credit Union Half-Court Shot for APSU Tuition on January 23rd, 2016
December 30, 2015
Clarksville, TN – Altra Federal Credit Union will offer one Austin Peay State University student the opportunity to win one year’s tuition up to $15,000 at half-time of the APSU men’s basketball game on Saturday, January 23rd at the Winfield Dunn Center.
APSU students may enter the contest January 1st through January 23rd at either of Altra’s two locations in Clarksville located at 1600 Madison Street or 2625 Wilma Rudolph Boulevard.
Austin Peay State University Dunn Center. (APSU Sports Information)
APSU professor Minoa Uffelman using Skype to connect students with scholars
December 6, 2015
Clarksville, TN – When Austin Peay State University history major Rick Casteel raises his hand in his “The South To 1861” course, he knows that it’s important that he say the right thing.
But that’s not because Casteel is worried about answering incorrectly, or impressing his teacher, APSU associate professor of history, Dr. Minoa Uffelman.
APSU professor Minoa Uffelman
APSU student newspaper The All State turns 85
November 30, 2015
Clarksville, TN – On November 26th, 1930, a small, four-page newspaper appeared on the Austin Peay Normal School campus. The All State, as it was known, arrived that fall to present all of the school’s news and “gossip,” and by the spring of 1931, most students eagerly awaited its weekly publication.
85th anniversary of the Austin Peay student newspaper The All State
APSU student excels at international conference
November 19, 2015
Clarksville, TN – On November 13th, Austin Peay State University senior Keedy Burdeshaw presented her research on consent education in Tennessee at the International Organization for Social Sciences and Behavioral Research in Boca Raton, Florida.
APSU Student Keedy Burdeshaw
Austin Peay State University student Loreli McCole published first book, titled “The Iqaluk Chronicles: Last Storm”
November 3, 2015
Clarksville, TN – What began as a creative hobby has blossomed into a colorful universe for Austin Peay State University student — and now, published author — Loreli McCole.
McCole’s first book, a fictional novel titled, “The Iqaluk Chronicles: Last Storm,” pushed through Pro Se Productions, is available now on www.Amazon.com and other major retailers.
The Iqaluk Chronicles – Last Storm
Nashville art exhibit showcases APSU Department of Art and Design
September 29, 2015
Clarksville, TN – This October, the L Gallery in downtown Nashville will present works by Austin Peay State University art and designfaculty and students as part of a multi-discipline exhibit, titled “The One and the Many.”
The exhibit, curated by APSU student Sara Straussberger, will open with a reception from 6:00pm-9:00pm on October 3rd at the gallery, in space 72 of The Arcade in Nashville.
Silent things
Acuff Circle to honor Mabrys at Jazz in June event
May 13, 2015
Clarksville, TN – The Acuff Circle of Excellence will honor George and Sharon Mabry at the organization’s summertime Jazz in June on June 12th. The event, from 5:30pm to 7:00pm, will be at Beachaven Vineyards and Winery, and the public is invited.
The Circle, a non-profit organization affiliated with the Austin Peay State University Foundation, serves as a patron society of the University’s Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts, and advances the importance of arts and culture at the University and in the community. The endowed Acuff Circle of Excellence Arts Scholarship is awarded each year to an APSU student majoring in the fine arts.
George and Sharon Mabry
APSU student Amber Kearns to serve on archeological dig in Bulgaria
April 28, 2015
Clarksville, TN – By digging into the past, Austin Peay State University student Amber Kearns said she hopes to find her future.
A double major in biology and classics, Kearns will be the first APSU student to participate in an excavation in Bulgaria at the site of the former Greek colony known as Alexandropolis.
APSU student Amber Kearns to travel to Bulgaria for archeological dig.
APSU student earns spot in major robotics research competition
December 7, 2014
Clarksville, TN – As technology advances and becomes more a part of our daily lives, the opportunities available to aspiring techies continues to grow.
One Austin Peay State University student was recently recognized for his efforts in bringing the fantastic to life, using everyday items to create a low-cost, entry-level robotics platform.
APSU student Donald Buhl-Brown standing next to his project, a low-cost, entry to robotics which is built primarily from Lego blocks and powered with an Android smartphone.
Austin Peay State University student wins $100,000 scholarship from Dr. Pepper
November 4, 2014
Clarksville, TN – Claudia Delgadillo had just worked a late shift at the restaurant, so when her cell phone rang around noon the next day, she almost didn’t answer it. The fact that the cell phone rang at all was a surprise to her because it was about to be disconnected.
The person on the other end of the phone was from Dr. Pepper, and as Delgadillo slowly woke up, she heard them say they were sending her to the Cotton Bowl for a chance to win a $100,000 college scholarship.
APSU Student Claudia Delgadillo wins Dr. Pepper Scholarship.
