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Austin Peay’s Dr. John W. Steinberg named visiting professor at West Point
Dr. John W. Steinberg, a professor of history and philosophy at Austin Peay State University, is spending the year teaching cadets at the United States Military Academy at West Point as the Charles Boal Ewing Chair in Military History. Steinberg, one of the world’s leading authorities on 19th- and 20th-century Russian military history, is serving in the role from July 1, 2026 through May 31, 2027. His path to West Point began with a simple request: library access for a book he was working on.
Austin Peay sets enrollment record for second straight year
APSU students have reason to celebrate as the university continues its growth. SUBMITTED Austin Peay State University has set a new all-time enrollment record for the second consecutive year, with 11,338 students registered for Fall 2026. Last fall's record was 11,161. The growth is led by the university's largest incoming freshman class since 2018, with 1,918 first-time students, and by the highest proportion of military-affiliated students in Austin Peay's history.
APSU’s Woodward Library receives nearly $100K in federal funding to support digital archives
The Felix G. Woodward Library at Austin Peay State University. SUBMITTED Austin Peay State University’s Felix G. Woodward Library recently received a $99,999 Community-Centered Implementation Grant from the Institute of Museum & Library Services (IMLS) National Leadership Grants for Libraries program, one of the nation’s leading sources of federal support for library and archival services.
APSU’s Barbara Tucker turns brain cancer survival into children’s book series
Dr. Barbara Tucker, APSU’s director of technical services, with one of the books from “The Adventures of Bibi and Beaux,” series. SUBMITTED When doctors diagnosed Dr. Barbara Tucker with a rare brain cancer in 2020, they couldn’t promise she would live to see her son RJ graduate high school. She made it to the ceremony in May 2021 and kept going.
AJ Crowder trades in his Govs top hat for an APSU graduation cap
AJ Crowder graduated from APSU on May 8, with a bachelor’s degree in communication media with a focus in sports communication. SUBMITTED Commencement is a big day for every graduate. AJ Crowder is used to big stages. For four years, he has worked inside packed arenas and stadiums, creating moments that stick with people on the drive home. This spring, the man behind the Gov steps into the spotlight as himself and hangs up the top hat.
Austin Peay mourns Dr. Solie Fott, who performed with legends as a ‘gig’ to support time with students
Dr. Solie Fott in 2024. SUBMITTED Undated APSU photo of Dr. Fott conducting students. Professor Emeritus Dr. Solie Fott, a driving force in the establishment of Austin Peay State University’s Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts, passed on Monday, April 6, 2026, at his home in Clarksville. An accomplished violinist and fiddle player, Fott’s legacy at APSU is one of deep generosity to students and an abiding commitment to the arts.
Govs Give Campaign helps APSU students
Govs Give, Austin Peay State University’s annual day of giving, has raised more than $3 million since its inception to improve the university experience. SUBMITTED What began as a 90-hour online campaign during Austin Peay State University’s 90th anniversary in 2017 has evolved into one of the institution’s most successful philanthropic traditions.
APSU names John McConnell as next dean of Eriksson College of Education
Austin Peay State University has named Dr. John R. McConnell, a nationally recognized scholar with more than 15 years of experience in higher education leadership, educator preparation and data-informed continuous improvement, as the next dean of the Eriksson College of Education. McConnell, a former secondary science teacher, has served the Eriksson College of Education in multiple leadership roles, most recently as interim dean.
APSU saxophone ensemble to perform at national conference
The Austin Peay State University Department of Music has announced that the APSU saxophone ensemble was accepted to perform at this year’s North American Saxophone Alliance conference, which will be held at The Ohio State University from March 12-15. Austin Peay State University’s saxophone ensemble outside the George and Sharon Mabry Concert Hall.
Geneologist John Baker to be keynote speaker at APSUs annual Asanbe-Eichhorn Symposium
John Baker’s book, The Washingtons of Wessyngton Plantation: Stories of My Family’s Journey to Freedom, recounts his African American ancestors’ story and unearths the history of the Robertson County plantation where they were once enslaved. SUBMITTED Austin Peay State University’s annual Asanbe-Eichhorn Symposium will take place at 1 p.m. on March 19 in Morgan University Center Rooms 303-305. The free public event will feature a keynote address from author and genealogy expert John F.
Austin Peay mourns the passing of President Emeritus Dr. Sherry Hoppe
The Memorial Service for Dr. Hoppe was held Sunday, Feb. 1 at the Anglican Church of the Redeemer in Chattanooga. Austin Peay State University (APSU) is mourning the loss of President Emeritus Dr. Sherry Hoppe, the university’s first female president and a leader credited with steering the institution through some of its most precarious financial chapters toward an era of unprecedented growth.
First-year programming turns orientation into participation for Austin Peay students
Kameron Young and other first-year students participate in a community service project with FUEL for Kids, packing 200 meal bags for local children. PHOTO BY SEAN MCCULLY Kameron Young arrived on campus last summer like many other first-year college students, cautiously optimistic. While exciting and full of promise, the transition from Clarksville High School to Austin Peay State University (APSU) suddenly felt overwhelming as fear crept in, threatening to claim his unfolding future.
APSU launches ‘Jingle Bowls’ cereal drive to support local food pantries
This food drive is all about cereal, hot or cold, with donations being collected through Dec. 15. SUBMITTED Austin Peay State University’s offices of Professional and Workforce Development, Research and Sponsored Programs and TRiO Student Support Services are teaming up this holiday season to host “Jingle Bowls,” a community cereal drive benefiting the Mt. Zion United Methodist Church Food Pantry and the S.O.S. Food Pantry at APSU.
Estes named Champion of Conservation by Garden & Gun Magazine
Colby Wilson APSU SUBMISSION Dr. Dwayne Estes, APSU professor of biology, was recently named a Champion of Conservation by Garden & Gun Magazine for his leadership of the Southeastern Grasslands Institute. SUBMITTED Dr. Dwayne Estes, Austin Peay State University professor of biology, principal investigator for the Center of Excellence for Field Biology and cofounder and executive director of the Southeastern Grasslands Institute, has been named a Champion of Conservation by Garden & Gun Magazine.
Austin Peay’s ROTC program sees record number of Distinguished Military Graduates
Distinguished military graduates from APSU’s ROTC program, which has been awarded the prestigious General Douglas MacArthur Award eight times. PHOTO BY SEAN MCCULLY Twelve cadets from Austin Peay State University’s Army ROTC program, the Governor’s Guard, have earned the U.S. Army’s Distinguished Military Graduate (DMG) designation, marking the highest number of honorees in APSU history and placing the program among the top producers of commissioned officers nationwide.
APSU summer coding camps inspire young learners
Coding Instructor Amanda McNair (right) helps Aria Smith (left), a student at one of Austin Peay State University’s Summer Coding Camps, design a custom Roblox game. SUBMITTEDDr. James Church shows students how to code their own websites at one of this year’s Summer Coding Camps. SUBMITTED Austin Peay State University has a rich history of introducing children within the community to video game design and coding.
APSU, EagleWerx form dynamic partnership for military innovation
Jordan Kublickis, a senior engineering technology major at APSU, works on a project being developed through the EagleWerx Applied Tactical Innovation Center at Fort Campbell. SUBMITTED When opportunities for real-world experience intersect with cutting-edge military innovation, unique learning experiences emerge.
APSU names director of the university’s new Career Success Center
Brian Dunn APSU Submission Keashla Marengo with some of her coworkers in the Division of Student Affairs. From left: Dr. Christopher Clarke, Julie Porter, Thaishanet Rosari, Marengo, Edgar Maldonado, and Jason Wicker.
Two Nashville business leaders slated to speak at APSU this spring
Shannon Myers Sherry Franklin The Austin Peay State University College of Business and Legends Bank will continue the Legends of Business speaker series at APSU this spring, adding two prominent business leaders to the annual lineup. Shannon Myers, senior vice president and chief financial officer of the Tennessee Titans, and Sherry Franklin, director of sales and marketing for Renaissance Nashville Hotel, will join APSU students, faculty and guests to share their experience as community leaders.
APSU camp encourages nurses-to-be
Students get a firsthand look inside a life flight helicopter at Tennova Healthcare during Austin Peay State University’s inaugural Aspiring Nurses Camp. | PHOTO BY SEAN MCCULLY Twenty-five high school students from Montgomery County and surrounding areas recently participated in Austin Peay State University’s inaugural Aspiring Nurses Camp, a week-long program aimed at nurturing the next generation of nursing professionals.
Austin Peay board establishes in-state rate for all military-affiliated students, families
Undergraduate tuition rates increasing this fall BY ETHAN STEINQUEST APSU Submission More than 27% of the APSU students have a military connection. SUBMITTED Austin Peay State University’s Board of Trustees approved in-state tuition rates for all military-affiliated students during its quarterly meeting on Friday, June 7.
Clarksville Eagle Scout brings Gold Star Memorial to APSU
Joseph Brunner, a member of the Boy Scouts of America’s Troop 365, shakes hands with Montgomery County Mayor Wes Golden. PHOTO BY SEAN MCCULLY Joseph Brunner, a member of the Boy Scouts of America’s Troop 365, has left a lasting impact on Austin Peay State University through his Eagle Scout project to install a Gold Star Memorial on campus.
Veteran, APSU business major named Student Veteran of the Year finalist
By Cheri Reeves | on February 08, 2024 BY MARISA ROBERTS APSU Submission U.S. Army Veteran and Austin Peay State University business management major Brian Meredith. PHOTO BY SEAN MCCULLY, APSU Austin Peay State University business management major Brian Meredith, who previously served as a sergeant first class with the U.S. Army, was named a finalist for the prestigious Student Veteran of the Year Award during the 16th Annual Student Veterans of America National Conference.
APSU’s Prentice Chandler to speak at Congressional briefing
Dr. Prentice Chandler, dean of the Eriksson College of Education at Austin Peay State University, will participate in an educator preparation congressional briefing at the Capitol Visitor Center, Room 215, at 11:30 a.m., July 18. Chandler is one of a handful of higher education experts scheduled to speak in the nation’s capital.
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