Athens State University

10/05/2026

Are you a newly admitted Athens State student? Then this is for you! The Student Success Center hosts 30-minute New Student Information Sessions throughout each semester...packed full of everything you need to know to get started at Athens State.

Sign up through the MyAthens Portal or at the link provided in your email from the Student Success Center.

Join us for one of the October sessions:
• Oct 8, 2026 at 12:00pm
• Oct 12, 2026 at 5:00pm
• Oct 21, 2026 at 12:00pm
• Oct 27, 2026 at 12:00pm

10/04/2026

Congratulations to all of the 59th Annual Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention winners!

Until next year 🎻💙🐻

We are pleased to announce the full list of winners from all competition categories for the 59th Annual Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention🎻

View the list:
https://athensfiddlers.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/2026-Fiddlers-Convention-Winners-Master-List.pdf

10/03/2026

Future Focus Tuesdays, brought to you by the Career Development Center, will help you stand out in today's job market through interactive workshops focused on interviewing, résumé development, and networking.

Don't wait until your last semester to start preparing for your next career move. View the details in the MyAthens Portal.

https://myathens.athens.edu/pages/career-development-center-announcements-and-events

10/03/2026

In addition to offering among the lowest tuition rates in the nation, we are proud to offer over $2 million in a variety of scholarships each year to make a quality education more affordable for you.

Explore scholarship opportunities that can help you invest in your future: https://www.athens.edu/cost-aid/financial-aid/scholarships/

10/02/2026

.“Athens State opened the door for me to pursue a goal that I had carried with me for many years,” Eliu Segovia shared.

Eliu is from Mexico City, Mexico, and graduated with his Master's in Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management on July 25,2026

Crossing the stage at Athens State was the culmination of both a professional and personal journey for Eliu. What made his commencement ceremony special? Find out in his story!

Meet Eliu: https://www.athens.edu/success-stories/meet-eliu/

10/01/2026

There’s no doubt about it, Fiddlers is here! We hope everyone enjoys a wonderful few days on our beautiful campus experiencing the best of what the Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention has to offer!

Don’t forget to snag your funnel cake before the weekend ends! 🎻🐻

09/30/2026

Shred Day is coming up! Are you ready?

Go to Lindsay Lane Baptist Church on Friday, Oct. 9 from 9 am to noon to participate in this free community event!

How can Shred Day help you?
-documents shredding
-electronics recycling
-drug take-back

Gather your items and we will see you on Oct. 9!
BBB North Alabama

09/29/2026

The Athens State University Community Choir has prepared a lovely fall concert for all to enjoy on October 4 at 4 pm at First Christian Church. We hope to see you there!

09/25/2026

RN → BSN. You can still start this fall.

There’s still time to begin your BSN at Athens State University. Fall Second Term starts October 8.

Plus, eligible students who apply and begin classes October 8 will be considered for one of two scholarships worth up to $1,000 each. No extra scholarship application required!

Flexible. Affordable. Designed for working professionals. Your BSN doesn’t have to wait until spring.

👉 Apply today and take the next step in your nursing career.
https://www.athens.edu/apply-now/

09/24/2026

We had an amazing time with new and potential students at Transfer Day! Think of Transfer Day as your one-stop-shop to get everything ready for your upcoming term. Didn't make it to Transfer Day?

You can still set up an appointment with our admissions team and stay on track for getting started at Athens State.

https://www.athens.edu/admissions/