Click the events below to learn more! These events are open to all students unless otherwise noted. 

• Finch Robot Night: 4 p.m., Oct. 21, Claxton 226

Join us at the Furniture Connection Ed Tech Studio for a free workshop where you will bring robotics to life! Gain hands-on experience with Finch robots—the playful way to learn coding. Build your classroom technology competency at this interactive college event. Space is limited, so RSVP today!

• STEA Monthly Meeting: 4 p.m., Oct. 21, Claxton 308

It’s a Spooktacular STEA Meeting! Join us for a meeting full of thrills, chills, and fun! All education majors and minors are invited to attend. 

• Reframing Autism Fall Forum: 3-5 p.m., Oct. 23, Morgan University Center 303/305

Everyone in the community is invited to our Advocates for Autism Forum to discuss the topic: "Reframing Autism Awareness vs. Autism Acceptance." The event will feature a keynote by Casey Davis from AutismTN and a student panel for an open Q&A session. Food will be provided.

• Homecoming Brunch: 9:30-11:30 a.m., Oct. 26, Claxton Lawn

Join us for a delightful pre-Homecoming Parade brunch! Get into the school spirit while enjoying FREE delicious sausage biscuits, coffee, tea, and lemonade with all the fixins' before cheering on your favorite Austin Peay or community organization in the parade.

• Inclusive Leaders Workshop: 11:30 a.m., Nov. 1, Woodward Library 232

This campus-wide workshop series is open to all students, faculty, and staff who want to leverage and celebrate differences in their professional and personal lives. Those who attend at least 5 workshops will be awarded an Inclusive Leader microcredential. RSVP today for the in-person or virtual session.

• EDU Morning Brew: First-Gen Edition: 9-11 a.m., Nov. 5, Claxton 2nd Floor

Kick-start your month with free coffee, tasty treats, and valuable connections! This month, we will recognize our first-generation students with candy bars (while they last) and giveaways perfect for aspiring teachers. 

• EduSphere Odyssey VR Night: 4 p.m., Nov. 18, Claxton 226

Experience a whole new way to teach and learn during this virtual night! Try a VR headset for yourself and learn more about how this technology can be implemented in the classroom. This event is free and open to the campus community.

Check your email for communication from your Student Success or faculty advisor! The COE advising team is ready to help you graduate on time, and answer questions about upcoming courses or degree requirements. Please coordinate an advising time now, so that you can register for classes (Wintermester 2024 - Summer 2025) in a timely manner. Priority registration opens Oct. 21. View the schedule below to learn when registration opens for you. 

Dr. Donna Short, assistant professor of education and Jack Hunt STEM Center co-director, displays a few items available for checkout by local teachers. 

K-12 teachers in Montgomery and nearby counties can access free STEM equipment through a new checkout program at Austin Peay State University's Jack Hunt STEM Center. They can borrow items like scales, Petri dishes, measuring cylinders, and pipettes for up to two weeks at no cost.

Austin Peay's STEA student group to host community book club

APSU's Student Tennessee Education Association (STEA) is hosting a community book club to discuss "Where the Crawdads Sing" on Nov. 14. The event, open to students, faculty, staff, and local community members, aims to explore educational themes and provide networking opportunities for aspiring teachers.

Latina elementary education student leader thrives at Austin Peay

Valerie Mandez, an aspiring educator dedicated to making a difference in children's lives, has come a long way from her time in the Clarksville-Montgomery School System to her role as the new Student Tennessee Education Association (STEA) president at Austin Peay State University.

Valerie Mandez, an elementary education major, is a student leader at Austin Peay State University who is dedicated to making a difference in children’s lives.

Congratulations to these College of Education students recognized as the September recipients based on their course progress, program/classroom leadership and attitude/disposition. 

• Savanna Miles

• Oscar Richter

Don't forget! Austin Peay's scholarship application is now open. The deadline is Feb. 1, 2025. 

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