Dr. Lindsey Gilmore, associate vice president for campus engagement, talks to Dr. Joanne Philhower's Foundations of Education class on Sept. 19. Gilmore was joined by Dr. Christopher Clarke, associate vice president for community belonging and success, for a discussion on community building in the classroom. Thanks to the Austin Peay State University Division of Student Affairs for supporting our students. 

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

EDU Morning Brew

9-11 a.m., Wednesday (Oct. 1), Claxton 2nd Floor

Start your month with free coffee, donuts, and valuable connections! Join us on the first Wednesday of each month for an energizing grab-and-go event hosted by the Eriksson College of Education.

Inclusive Leaders

11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Oct. 10, Woodward Library 232 or Virtual via Zoom 

This campus-wide workshop series is open to all students, faculty, and staff who wish to develop their leadership skills and learn how to support students in the classroom and beyond. Join us for Cultural Humility, featuring an APSU student panel discussion. Lunch is provided. In-person and virtual options are available. RSVP required.

STEA Monthly Meeting

4 p.m., Oct. 20, Claxton 203
Are you interested in becoming a teacher? All education majors and minors are invited to attend! Join this organization that incorporates professional development, networking, and hands-on experience in education for aspiring teachers at Austin Peay. 

Trick or Brick Lego Night

4 p.m., Oct. 22, Furniture Connection EdTech Studio (Claxton 226)
Unleash your inner master builder during this festive evening of hands-on fun in the Furniture Connection EdTech Studio. We’re swapping tricks for bricks and challenging you to build your most ghoulishly creative Lego masterpieces -- all while learning how to use them as teaching tools.

Homecoming Brunch

9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m., Oct. 25, Claxton Lawn (Facing College Street) 
Join us for a delightful pre-Homecoming Parade brunch! Get into the school spirit while enjoying FREE breakfast biscuits and coffee with all the fixins' before cheering on your favorite Austin Peay or community organization in the parade.

The St. Bethlehem Early Learning Center is seeking pumpkin donations for the school's annual Fall Family Night. Pumpkins will be collected in the Office of Teacher Education and Partnerships (Claxton 228) until 4:30 p.m., Oct. 8. If you have any questions or would like to volunteer for the school's event on Oct. 9, please contact Dr. Bing Xiao. 

Advising & Registration: October 20 - 25, 2025

Registration for Spring and Summer 2026 is fast approaching! Now is the time to connect with your advisor and schedule an advising appointment to register. Click below for more information about how to find your advisor, registration dates, and more. You can connect with your advisor and schedule your advising appointment easily using AP Navigate. 

Claudia Alonzo, the director of Community Care and Standards for APSU’s Division of Student Affairs and doctoral student in the Eriksson College of Education, poses with the Mid-Cumberland Regional Award for her mental health advocacy. 

Claudia Alonzo, director of Community Care and Standards and a current student in the Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) program in the Eriksson College of Education, has been recognized by the Tennessee Suicide Prevention Network (TSPN) for her outstanding mental health advocacy.

Alonzo received the TSPN's Mid-Cumberland Regional Award for her work in building a culture of support on campus, which includes hosting free QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) Gatekeeper Training sessions that equip students, faculty, and staff to help those in crisis. We are incredibly proud of the life-saving work she is doing for our university community.

Read the full story to learn more about Claudia’s journey and her impact at APSU.

FAFSA: The 2026-2027 FAFSA is now available! You are encouraged to complete the FAFSA as soon as possible, and you must reapply each academic year for financial aid. Learn more on the Office of Student Financial Aid & Scholarships website.

Scholarship Application: The 2026-2027 application will open Oct. 1, 2025. A variety of scholarships are available, including many specifically for education majors. You can access the Austin Peay scholarship application here. 

Robertson County Schools Career Fair: Attend this hiring event from 2-5 p.m., Oct. 28, 2025, at 800 M S Couts Blvd. in Springfield, Tenn. Discover opportunities for all certified and classified positions with on-site interviews with school principals and supervisors. For more information, email Annette Weeks.

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