Austin Peay College of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

Governors School isn't just fun projects and trips... students have been diligently working in the classroom to learn the fundamentals of computational physics from Austin Peay's outstanding faculty!

We have been having an out-of-this-world time at Space Explorer Camp this week! Students have learned from our awesome faculty and staff about the stars, telescopes and the universe around us!

It's time for another edition of Science Through Little Eyes! 👀

Over the summer, we'll be sharing artwork from our friends at Little Govs Child Learning Center as they answer the big question: What is science?

Today's entry comes to us from Theodore! If your little Gov would like to submit some artwork based on what they think science is, send those pictures along to Colby Wilson at [email protected]!

Recently, our Governors School students spent a day at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, exploring one of the nation's leading research facilities. The visit gave students a firsthand look at the science and technology driving innovation in fields such as energy, manufacturing, and computing while providing a deeper understanding of how STEM research impacts everyday life.

Today, Austin Peay State University observes Juneteenth, reflecting on this day as a moment in American history that recognizes freedom, resilience, and continued progress.

APSU will be closed Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth.

America has lost roughly half of its historical grasslands—one of the greatest yet least recognized conservation challenges of our time.

In a recent ABC News feature, Dr. Dwayne Estes of the Southeastern Grasslands Institute highlighted a reality many Americans never learned: grasslands once covered vast portions of the Southeast and supported extraordinary biodiversity. Today, these ecosystems are among the most endangered on Earth, with many remnants surviving only in small fragments along roadsides, powerlines, and overlooked landscapes.

That's why the America's Grasslands Coalition is working to raise awareness and build support for conserving and restoring grasslands across the nation. Healthy grasslands provide habitat for pollinators and wildlife, support rural economies, improve water quality, store carbon underground, and preserve an irreplaceable part of America's natural heritage.

The future of grasslands depends on all of us recognizing their value before more of these remarkable ecosystems disappear.

Read the full story at ABC News:
https://abcnews.com/US/us-lost-half-historical-grasslands-experts-important-protect/story?id=133940093

From Clarksville to Seoul and beyond! APSU radiologic technology major Ivan Lopez just returned from an incredible year studying abroad in South Korea, thanks to a prestigious Gilman Scholarship. He mentored Korean students, joined soccer and table tennis clubs, and discovered the power of cultural exchange.

Ready to explore your own study abroad adventure? Contact our Global Education Office or reach out to Dr. Dan Shea ([email protected]) for more information on Gilman Scholarships!

📰 --> https://tinyurl.com/49tw2b4h
🌎 --> https://tinyurl.com/kt6t36tw

The 2027 Governors School for Computational Physics is in full swing! Each summer, Austin Peay hosts this immersive experience on campus for high school students, giving them the tools necessary to excel in collegiate science, engineering and mathematics!

Yesterday, Dr. Alex King from the Physics, Engineering and Astronomy Department was one of the presenters at the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development, showcasing Austin Peay's quantum initiatives alongside peers from around the state.

Monday morning, we had the pleasure of hosting Jacob Tipton from the Tennessee Department of Agriculture at the Coleman Tractor Company APSU Farm Powered by Kubota Tractor Corporation! The APSU Agriculture Department was excited to showcase our agriculture program's innovations and student achievements to state leadership.