New APSU students, community encouraged to read ‘Saints at the River’
May 16, 2013
Clarksville, TN – This summer, Austin Peay State University will welcome new students who will register for classes and pick up one of their books that will serve as the common reading assignment for Fall 2013 semester.
The new book is “Saints at the River” by Ron Rash, and the community also is invited to read the book and participate in the campus events and book discussions beginning in September. New student orientation and registration will begin May 18th and continue throughout the summer. [Read more]
Austin Peay State University to hold peace walk, vigil for Boston Marathon
April 23, 2013
Clarksville, TN – Austin Peay State University will hold a peace walk and candlelight vigil this week to honor those impacted by the Boston Marathon bombing attacks.
The public is invited to attend the event scheduled for Wednesday, April 24th. The peace walk will begin at 6:00pm and follow the one-mile route on the GovsTrail. Those wishing to participate should meet in the Morgan University Center plaza. [Read more]
APSU announces 3rd annual Breast Cancer Awareness 5K
April 4, 2013
Clarksville, TN – The third annual Breast Cancer Awareness 5K will be held Saturday, April 13th in front of the Foy Fitness and Recreation Center on the Austin Peay State University campus.
Registration is available online through www.Active.com or on race day beginning at 6:30am.
The race will start at 8:00am. A one-mile fun run also will begin at 8:30am. [Read more]
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]
Austin Peay State University Sorority plans popular Dodgeball Tournament
March 8, 2013
Clarksville, TN – For the third consecutive year, the Alpha Sigma Alpha sorority at Austin Peay State University will hold the popular Ball to the Walls Dodgeball Tournament.
The event, open to the public, will take place from noon-3:00pm, Saturday, April 6th at the Foy Fitness and Recreation Center at the APSU main campus. [Read more]
APSU gearing up for Dance Marathon to benefit Children’s Miracle Network
February 6, 2013
Clarksville, TN – For several hours, students at Austin Peay State University will dance the night away, while lending a helping hand, at the annual Dance Marathon.
The event, which benefits the Children’s Miracle Network, will begin at 6:00pm, Friday, February 8th in the Foy Fitness and Recreation Center on APSU’s campus. [Read more]
Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce to hold 4th Annual Home and Garden Show February 23rd and 24th
January 22, 2013
Clarksville, TN – On February 23rd and 24th, the Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce will hold the 4th Annual Home and Garden Show sponsored by Furniture Connection.
The show is an excellent opportunity to get a head start on home and garden ideas for the spring.
Last year’s Home and Garden Show.
High School Students attending AP Day October 6th get a chance to win $3,000 Austin Peay State University Scholarship
October 1, 2012
Clarksville, TN – High school students interested in attending Austin Peay State University will get the opportunity to see the campus first hand and possibly win a $3,000 scholarship during the University’s AP Day on Saturday October 6th.
Students who qualify for unconditional admission to APSU for the Fall 2013 semester are eligible for the scholarship drawing. The submission of their AP Day evaluation form will serve as their ticket for the drawing, and the winner will be announced during that evening’s football game against rival Murray State. [Read more]
APSU announces 2 college preview days, known as AP Day
September 29, 2012
Clarksville, TN – High school students interested in knowing more about attending Austin Peay State University are encouraged to visit campus during AP Day, October 6th or November 3rd, both of which are Saturdays.
University faculty, staff and students will provide the same informational sessions and activities on both days, scheduled from 12:30pm-5:00pm. [Read more]
APSU Extended and Distance Education offers Fall Classes
September 2, 2012
Early Registration Discount on Selected Courses
Clarksville, TN – Develop a new skill, explore a new idea, learn a new language, or seek a new career with one of the upcoming classes from Austin Peay State University’s Center for Extended and Distance Education. Register early and receive a 10 percent discount on selected courses.
Preregistration is required for each course. [Read more]
