APSU is joined by 26 tenure-track faculty
September 7, 2014
Clarksville, TN – A total of 26 new tenure-track faculty members have become part of the Austin Peay State University community, beginning with the Fall 2014 semester.
Dr. Kadi Bliss, assistant professor of health and human performance, earned her Ph.D. in health education from Southern Illinois University in Carbondale. She is a Certified Health Education Specialist and a member of the American Association of Health Education and the Society of Public Health Education. [Read more]
TSU Tennessee New Farmer Academy for New Farmers, Ranchers and Returning Veterans participants visit Montgomery County Farm
August 21, 2014
Montgomery County, TN – Tennessee State University is conducting a New Farmer Academy and Montgomery County was honored to host and provide education to participants. Six participant’s visited McCraw’s Strawberry Ranch this past Monday, August 18th.
Billy and Teresa McCraw, owners and 2014 recipients of the Small Farmers Award in Alternative Enterprises category, demonstrated how they plant plasticulture strawberries.
Billy & Teresa Reints McCraw demonstrating the plastic layer for plasticulture strawberries. This machine builds the beds in the soil, lays the plastic and the irrigation line all at the same time at McCraw’s Strawberry Ranch.
Premier Medical Welcomes Dr. Gale E. Jackson to Doctors’ Group Practice
May 21, 2013
Clarksville, TN – Premier Medical Group is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Gale Jackson to their family medicine department.
Dr. Jackson studied at Tennessee State University and earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee, Memphis College of Medicine. He completed his family medicine residency at St. Francis Family Medicine Residency Program in Midlothian, Virginia.
Dr. Gale E. Jackson
APSU hosts annual Guitar Festival February 18th-20th
January 31, 2013
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN – Austin Peay State University and the Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts present the annual guitar festival this February, featuring guest artist concerts and master classes.
The concerts, which are free and open to the public, take place at 7:30pm, February 18th-20th in the Music/Mass Communication Building’s Mabry Concert Hall. [Read more]
APSU faculty, staff announce their recent professional news
November 14, 2012
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN – Faculty and staff members at Austin Peay State University recently announced publications or conferences attended as part of their professional and scholarly activities.
Victor Felts, director of Student Life and Engagement, recently was inducted into the Golden Key National Honor Society at APSU. He also served as the keynote speaker for the induction held November 1st on campus. [Read more]
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Report for October 21st, 2012
October 21, 2012
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:
- Youth Basketball League Team Evaluations
- Open House Night at the Kleeman Community Center
- *NEW* Creepy Carnival
- Basketball (Open Gym)
- Christmas Parade
Entries now being accepted for the 53rd Annual Christmas Parade
October 17, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville and Montgomery County Government have partnered with Agero to host the 53rd Annual Christmas Parade.
The parade will be a night-time, lighted Christmas parade and is scheduled for December 1st, 2012 beginning at 5:00pm.
This year’s parade will feature both the Austin Peay State University Governors Own Marching Band and the Tennessee State University Band, dozens of businesses and organizations, as well as Santa Claus.
2011 Clarksville Christmas Parade
Clarksville Montgomery County School System announces Administrative Appointments
July 6, 2012
Montgomery County, TN – Clarksville Montgomery County Schools Director Mike Harris announced the appointment of four new assistant principals for the 2012-13 school year.
They include: Tammy J. Mason at East Montgomery Elementary School; Tavis Massey at Northeast and Rossview High Schools; Lorie Snyder at Moore Magnet Elementary School; and Sean Wilson at Kenwood Middle School. [Read more]
Austin Peay State University faculty, staff named for various accomplishments
January 11, 2012
Clarksville, TN – Several faculty and staff members as well as some students at Austin Peay State University announce their recent professional and scholarly activities.
Dr. Tristan Denley, provost and vice president of academic affairs, was interviewed for a story in the December 11th, 2011, issue of The Chronicle of Higher Education about how educational data mining to customize student experiences and selections. His expertise in developing software that recommends courses based on a student’s major, academic record and other factors also was noted in the article. [Read more]
Montgomery County Agricultural Extension Office to hold Natural Playgrounds: Fun, Food and Learning workshop
January 5, 2012
A TSU Cooperative Extension Workshop
Clarksville, TN– Tennessee State University Cooperative Extension Specialist Dr George Smith will host a workshop titled Natural Playgrounds: Fun, Food and Learning from 9:30am – 11:30am on January 24th 2012.
Natural Playgrounds are outdoor spaces for learning and discovery, having fun and growing things! Natural playgrounds are a proven safe, healthy alternative to traditional playground facilities. This workshop will be interactive and will cover topics including natural playgrounds 101 (introduction), funding opportunities, planning and design of natural playgrounds, and how to start/what to expect! [Read more]
