Austin Peay State University Alumni

09/09/2026

This is the place where you experience special Austin Peay moments and make lifelong connections. Follow us here for alumni stories, campus events, giving opportunities and more of what makes APSU great! 🎩

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09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day from the Austin Peay Division of Alumni, Engagement and Philanthropy! Our offices are closed today in observance of the holiday and will reopen tomorrow at 8:00 AM. Wishing you a safe and restful day!

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09/05/2026

It's gameday, Govs! Raise a glass of Governors Golden Ale from Michael Waltrip Brewing Co. as Austin Peay takes on the Vanderbilt Commodores tonight! Whether you're tailgating, hosting a watch party, or cheering from your favorite spot, celebrate the Govs with a cold one in hand. Must be 21 to drink. Please drink responsibly.

Grab yours here: https://tinyurl.com/GoldenAle-Tennessee

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09/04/2026

There’s still time to sign up to run - claim your spot and make a difference at APSU! https://runsignup.com/RunForGovs5K

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09/04/2026

As we prepare for Austin Peay State University’s centennial in 2027, the Office of Alumni, Engagement and Philanthropy is welcoming four new team members and celebrating five promotions.

"These promotions and new hires strengthen our division's capacity as we enter APSU's centennial year in 2027," APSU Vice President for Alumni, Engagement and Philanthropy Kris Phillips said. "These team members bring expertise that will be invaluable as we strengthen relationships and advance fundraising initiatives. The enhanced structure will help us better serve our alumni, donors, and university partners while we create an even stronger Govs For Life Experience."

Read more: https://tinyurl.com/yxbu9fff

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09/03/2026

The photos are in! Austin Peay welcomed another group of legacy students at this year’s Legacy Pinning Ceremony, celebrating Governors who are carrying on a special family tradition at APSU. Thank you to everyone who helped make this year’s ceremony another meaningful celebration of our Govs and their families! Spot a familiar face? Tag them below!

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09/02/2026

The Austin Peay State University Foundation has been awarded $106,481 in grant funding from the Clarksville-Montgomery County Community Health Foundation to support critical health initiatives serving Austin Peay students and communities across northern Middle Tennessee.

"These grants reflect our commitment to improving health at every stage—from prevention and education to increasing the number of healthcare providers," said Rosalind Kurita, executive director of the CMCCHF. "Austin Peay continues to be a partner in advancing our mission. Whether it's creating safer campuses, inspiring the next generation of nurses, or bringing health education to rural children, these programs will improve the well-being of our communities."

Read more: https://tinyurl.com/cmcchfgrant

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09/01/2026

We’re collecting project proposals for this year’s GOVing Tuesday, happening Dec. 1, 2026. You make outcomes like these a reality with your support.

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Big news from Dyersburg Intermediate School.

Technology coach and STEM teacher Brenda Gibson, an Austin Peay alumna who earned her M.A.Ed. in Educational Leadership Studies, is the West Tennessee recipient of this year's GOVing Tuesday "Increasing STEM Education in Rural Schools" award made possible by Austin Peay State University Alumni.

Dr. Hanrui He, Dr. Erica Boone, and Kevin Fee from the Eriksson College of Education surprised her with a $2,000 check to fund "Future Me" STEM Career Exploration. The project transforms her STEM lab into career-based stations where students use digital microscopes, robotics kits, force gauges, and anemometers to investigate real-world problems and track progress through a STEM Passport system.

The Eriksson College of Education is awarding a total of $6,000 to three rural educators across Tennessee's grand divisions. One more check drop is on the way, and the next stop is somewhere in Middle Tennessee!

09/01/2026

We kicked off a very promising semester at Austin Peay with Peayple in the Community. Students, staff, and other volunteers came together to pack F.U.E.L bags that will go out to students in need all over Clarksville. A special thank you to our corporate partners- Coke, Fortera, Dominos, Coldwell Banker - Mark Holleman, and The APSU Foundation-for making this possible!

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08/27/2026

BEAT DAYS are back! Today we kicked off football season with a very special THURSDAY BEAT DAY at the MUC Plaza for an extra dose of Governor spirit. We’re cheering on the Govs tonight as they take on Gardner-Webb. BEAT GARDNER-WEBB!

An extra special thank you to the APSU National Alumni Association and Gerald Printing for sponsoring today's BEAT DAY 🎩

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