Mar 28, 2024  
2011-2012 Graduate Bulletin 
    
2011-2012 Graduate Bulletin [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Student Life



 The Division of Student Affairs

www.apsu.edu/student_affairs/support_services.htm

Austin Peay State University believes the collegiate experience of students is enhanced through involvement in educationally purposeful programs and activities outside of the classroom environment. The vision of the Division of Student Affairs is to be responsive, innovative, supportive, and empowering. Specifically, the mission of the Division of Student Affairs is to provide programs and services for students that facilitate opportunities for leadership and personal development, promote health and wellness, build a sense of community and loyalty to the institution, provide appreciation for diversity, and support their educational goals.

The Division of Student Affairs is represented in its mission by the following departments: Office of Student Affairs; Boyd Health Services; Child Learning Center; Student Counseling Services; Dean of Students Office; Disability Services; Fraternity and Sorority Affairs; Housing, Residence Life, and Dining Services; University Recreation; Student Life and Leadership; Student Publications;  African American Cultural Center; Hispanic Cultural Center and Military Student Center. Each of the departments incorporates human and student development philosophies in their programs and services.

 Wilbur N. Daniel African American Cultural Center

http://www.apsu.edu/AACC

http://www.facebook.com/AACCAPSU

The Wilbur N. Daniel African American Cultural Center is an important University entity dedicated to providing knowledge and programming about the historic and contemporary contributions, achievements, and social perspectives of African Americans and other people of African descent. The Center’s mission is intertwined with the University’s goals relative to the creation of a collaborative, integrative learning community that fosters critical thinking inquiry and self-reflection necessary in a global society. The primary purpose includes aiding in the retention of African American students, and educating and motivating all students to be highly aware and appreciative of the diverse cultures that define the contemporary world.

Through its provision of many student-centered and student-oriented programs, events, and special services, the Center plays a vital role in assisting African American students to incorporate in their educational and social aspirations a commitment to serve their communities; and that they are highly motivated to take their rightful place as professionals and other social leaders in American society, specifically, and in the global world, generally.

Greek Organizations

Wed Address: www.apsugreeks.com

The social fraternity and sorority organizations are members of the National Panhellenic Conference, the National Pan-Hellenic Council or the National Interfraternity Conference. Campus chapters are members of representative governing bodies that promote leadership development, excellence in scholarship, community service, philanthropy and positive inter-Greek relationships.

Social fraternity and sorority organizations are active participants in University programs, activities and special events, and are well known and respected for their many volunteer, service, and fundraising contributions to the local community and national philanthropies. A high percentage of campus student leaders are members of sororities and fraternities at Austin Peay. Membership in social fraternity and sorority organizations is the result of a selection process known either as “intake” or “recruitment.” Social fraternity and sorority organizations are advised through the Office of Fraternity & Sorority Affairs. 

Hispanic Cultural Center

The Hispanic Cultural Center is an important University entity dedicated to providing knowledge and programming about the historic and contemporary contributions, achievements, and social perspectives of Latino and Hispanic Americans. The Center’s mission is intertwined with the University’s goals relative to the creation of a collaborative, integrative learning community that fosters critical inquiry and self-reflection necessary in a global society. The primary purpose includes aiding in the retention of Hispanic and Latino students, and educating and motivating all students to be highly aware and appreciative of the diverse cultures that define the contemporary world.

The Hispanic Cultural Center also serves as a place where Hispanic and Latino students can connect meaningfully with and take great pride in their heritage in a nurturing environment. Through its provision of many student-centered and student-oriented programs, events and special services, the Center plays a vital role in assisting Hispanic and Latino students to incorporate in their educational and social aspirations a commitment to serve their communities; and that they are highly motivated to take their rightful place as professionals and other social leaders in American society, specifically, and in the global world, generally.

Intercollegiate Athletics

Austin Peay State University competes at the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I level in the Ohio Valley Conference. The Athletic Department sponsors men’s teams in football, basketball, baseball, golf, tennis, and cross country; and women’s teams in volleyball, basketball, tennis, cross country, softball, golf, indoor and outdoor track and soccer.

National Alumni Association

The National Alumni Association of Austin Peay State University is an organization designed for the purpose of promoting the welfare of the University through the development of a program of mutually beneficial relations between the alma mater and its alumni. The association was founded in 1936 and became a national association in 1990. Its membership consists of graduates, former students, and friends of the University. It is governed by a Board of Directors elected from its membership. The mission of the organization is to serve the University by providing an association for interaction among alumni, students, faculty, and administrators; and to encourage financial support for the academic programs, student scholarships, and general development of the University, as well as provide assistance in the recruitment of new students.

The headquarters of the APSUNAA and the Alumni Relations Office is located in the Pace Alumni Center at Emerald Hill.

Student Government Association

Web Address: www.apsu.edu/sga

The three branches of the Student Government Association consist of the Executive, Legislative, and Judicial bodies. The purpose of the Student Government Association is to be the voice of all students by connecting students to other students, faculty, staff and administration in order to improve the quality of student life and strengthen the Austin Peay State University community.

The Executive Committee is comprised of President, Vice President, Executive Secretary, and Chief Justice. The legislative power of the SGA is the Senate that consists of representation from each class and college. The Judicial branch is the Student Tribunal and serves as the highest student court. The Student Government Association is advised through the Office of  Student Affairs by the Dean of Students.

Student Publications

The All State and The Monocle

Since 1929, The All State has served as APSU’s campus newspaper. The All State is a publication for the expression of student opinion and a medium for dissemination of timely news relevant to the campus community.  The office is located in the Morgan University Center, Room 111. The Monocle continues the yearbook tradition first established at Austin Peay in 1946. The Monocle preserves memories of the year in hundreds of brilliant color photos and stories and recounts important events of the year. Both publications are produced and managed by students with the guidance of the Coordinator for Student Publications. Applications for student writers, photographers, advertising representatives, cartoonists, columnists, and designers are always accepted for both publications and can be picked up in the Student Publications office. All majors are welcome. For more information, call 931-221-7376 or e-mail theallstate@apsu.edu.

The Tower - “The Red Mud Review”

The literary review is published annually by students under the supervision of the Department of Languages and Literature. Its purpose is to promote and stimulate interest in creative writing; it provides students interested in the art of writing an opportunity to acquire experience in creative writing and to achieve satisfaction in seeing their work in print.

University Recreation

The vision of University Recreation is to provide the APSU community with opportunities to develop and enhance all aspects of wellness through quality recreational programs and services.

In January 2007, the new $11 million Foy Fitness and Recreation Center opened, featuring a 3-court gymnasium, indoor walking track, climbing wall, large cardio and resistance training space, a cycling studio, modern fitness studios, locker rooms and dining facility. In Spring 2008, a new outdoor swimming pool opened with lanes for lap swimming and locker rooms.

We offer a variety of informal, educational and competitive activities to meet and expand the interests of our constituents. We regularly facilitate fitness and nutrition workshops as well as organize sports leagues and tournaments. Operating hours, a full group fitness schedule, personal training details, and dates and times for specific events can be found on our website at www.apsu.edu/recreation, or call us at 931-221-7564.

Participation in all activities is voluntary, and each individual assumes the associated risks. Participants are strongly urged to consult a physician prior to engaging in any activity, and health and medical insurance are strongly recommended as well.

Honor and Professional Organizations

The following organizations recognize and honor students for their academic achievements, leadership qualities and service. Membership offers students the opportunity to associate and interact with others who have similar goals and interests.

Go to www.apsu.edu/sll for a complete list of recognized groups and organization information.

Professional Organizations

  • Ag Pre Vet Club
  • Alpha Kappa Psi (Business)
  • American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science
  • Association for Computing Machinery (ACM)
  • Beta Beta Beta -Tri beta (Biological Sciences)
  • Chi Epsilon Mu (Chemistry)
  • Collegiate Music Educators National Conference
  • Del Square Psi (Physics)
  • Galois Math Club
  • Geo Club
  • Health and Human Performance Club
  • History Club
  • Institute of Management Accountants (IMA)
  • National Art Education Association
  • National Broadcast Society
  • Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia (Music-Males)
  • Pi Sigma Alpha
  • Pre Law Society
  • Psychology Club
  • Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA)
  • Sigma Alpha Iota (Music-Females)
  • Social Work Club
  • Society for Technical Communications
  • Sociology Club
  • Student Art League
  • Student Tennessee Education Association
  • Wildlife Society

Honor Societies

  • Alpha Psi Omega
  • Alpha Sigma Lambda
  • Delta Tau Alpha
  • Gamma Beta Phi (Top 20% of class)
  • Lambda Nu (Radiological Sciences)
  • Laurel Wreath
  • Omicron Delta Kappa (Leadership)
  • Phi Alpha Theta
  • Psi Chi (Psychology)
  • Sigma Delta Pi- Pi Nu (Spanish)
  • Sigma Tau Delta (English and Literature)
  • Sigma Theta Tau (Nursing)