Articles by Marisa Roberts
APSU researchers discuss military experience, teaching at national conference
CLARKSVILLE, TN – Two Austin Peay State University employees presented research at a national education conference on how military service translates into teaching skills, part of a year-long study to inform veteran recruitment efforts and address widespread teacher shortages.
Austin Peay’s MAPP program drives graduating veteran’s career success
CLARKSVILLE, TN – Two hours after his interview with the Clarksville Police Department (CPD), Army veteran Dustin Zook had a job offer in hand—a swift result powered by the preparation he built through Austin Peay State University’s Military-Affiliated Professionals Program (MAPP). This semester, Zook not only completed his computer science degree through the College of STEM, he accepted a position with CPD as an applications developer.
APSU and Fort Campbell Spouses’ Club partner on new scholarship for military spouses
CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. – Austin Peay State University (APSU) and the Fort Campbell Spouses’ Club (FCSC) have announced a growing partnership rooted in shared values and a mutual commitment to supporting military families. This year, APSU’s Military and Veterans Affairs (MVA) Division sponsored the first-ever Fort Campbell Spouses’ Club Scholarship with a $1,500 contribution, matching the FCSC’s own $1,500 allocation.
APSU and Fort Campbell Spouses’ Club partner on new scholarship for military spouses
CLARKSVILLE, TN − Austin Peay State University (APSU) and the Fort Campbell Spouses’ Club (FCSC) have announced a growing partnership rooted in shared values and a mutual commitment to supporting military families. This year, APSU’s Military and Veterans Affairs (MVA) Division sponsored the first-ever Fort Campbell Spouses’ Club Scholarship with a $1,500 contribution, matching the FCSC’s own $1,500 allocation.
From military service to MLK Day inspiration: Elizabeth Daniel’s journey at APSU
CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. – Austin Peay State University’s third annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Breakfast featured a unique perspective this year, with a fireside chat featuring online student Elizabeth Daniel as the event’s interviewer. Daniel, who is set to graduate in August 2025 with a master’s degree in criminal justice, led a discussion with APSU alumnus and retired Marine Lt. Gen. Ronald Bailey on Jan. 20 that explored themes of leadership, equality, and social justice.
Austin Peay State University announces signature events for second annual Veterans Week
CLARKSVILLE, TN − Austin Peay State University’s Military and Veterans Affairs Division has announced two signature events as part of its second annual Veterans Week from Nov. 4-9: the BMW Block Party and Test Drive and the BMW Tailgate Party and Governors Football Game. These public events showcase APSU’s commitment to its military-affiliated students, who account for 29% of the university’s enrollment and represent Tennessee’s largest military-affiliated student population. Date: Nov.
APSU hosts third annual Education Summit for Women Veterans
CLARKSVILLE, TN – Austin Peay State University’s Military and Veterans Affairs Division and Women Veterans of America Chapter 47 hosted the third annual Education Summit for Women Veterans from 10 a.m. to noon on March 23 at the APSU Truck Center. The event drew 161 attendees, including 27 vendors and 64 women veterans, the highest turnout in its three-year history. The summit aimed to provide resources, support and a sense of community for women veterans in the Clarksville area.
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APSU Hosts Third Annual Education Summit for Women Veterans March 29, 2024 CLARKSVILLE, Tennessee, March 29 -- Austin Peay State University issued the following news: Austin Peay State University's Military and Veterans Affairs Division and Women Veterans of America Chapter 47 hosted the third annual Education Summit for Women Veterans from 10 a.m. to noon on March 23 at the APSU Truck Center.
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.
Austin Peay business major named Student Veteran of the Year finalist
CLARKSVILLE, TN – 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. A 23-year Army veteran and former Airborne Ranger infantryman, Meredith made a strategic decision to attend Austin Peay and said the choice paid off in several ways.
APSU hosts THEC’s Veteran Reconnect Conference 2023 to empower military students
CLARKSVILLE, TN – Austin Peay State University recently hosted the Tennessee Higher Education Commission’s (THEC) Veterans Reconnect Conference 2023 after winning the event’s namesake grant for the third year in a row. The University’s newly formed Military and Veterans Affairs Division (MVA) hosted this year’s conference from Oct. 9-10.
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