Student Affairs at Austin Peay

Student Affairs congratulates Lynne Halliburton on 35 years of service to Austin Peay State University 👏

For more than three decades, Lynne provided dedicated and enthusiastic support to Student Affairs, leaving a lasting impact on countless students, alumni, and the campus community. She now serves APSU through Austin Peay State University Alumni.

Her contributions continue to be felt across APSU, and her commitment is deeply appreciated. Thank you, Lynne, for 35 years of outstanding service ❤️

We are proud to recognize several members of our Student Affairs team whose dedication, leadership, and service make Austin Peay State University a special place ❤️

Congratulations to Dr. Ashley Kautz, APSU Student Life and Engagement, recipient of the Governors Excellence Award for the Division of Student Affairs! Her passion for student success, commitment to excellence, and ability to inspire make her truly deserving of this honor.

We also celebrate the service milestones of Dr. Tammy Bryant, Student Affairs (35 years); Kathleen Evans, APSU University Recreation (30 years); Sharon West, Community Care and Standards at Austin Peay State University (20 years); Samantha Davis-Jenson, Austin Peay Housing/Residence Life & Dining Services (5 years); and Michael Johansen, Austin Peay Housing/Residence Life & Dining Services (5 years, not pictured).

Thank you for your commitment to our students, colleagues, and university community. Your contributions make a lasting impact across Austin Peay!

Introducing the 2026 Summer Internship Program Class 🎉

This summer, the Career Success Center is excited to welcome 14 APSU students as they gain hands-on experience with 10 local employers through a 10-week paid internship program offered in partnership with Workforce Essentials, Inc.

We’re excited to watch these students learn, grow, and make an impact throughout the Clarksville-Montgomery community!

We’re excited to honor the Office of Public Relations and Marketing as our June Student Experience Champions of the Month 👏

The Office of Public Relations and Marketing enhances the student experience by telling the stories that define Austin Peay. The team keeps students informed, engaged, and connected to university opportunities through strategic communication, creative storytelling, brand management, and campus-wide collaboration. Their partnership, creativity, and commitment to student success are reflected in everything they do.

We’re incredibly grateful for this dedicated team!

Congratulations to our 2025-26 Division of Student Affairs award winners and staff members celebrating years of service 🏆

Thank you for your dedication to student success and for making a difference in the lives of our students every day!

⭐️ Above and Beyond for Administrative Support - Allison Booker, APSU Student Life and Engagement

⭐️ New Professional of the Year - Makenna Biehl, Assessment, Planning and Communications

⭐️ Professional of the Year - Keashla Marengo, Career Success Center

⭐️ Commitment to a Community of Belonging - Jackie Crape, Community Belonging

⭐️ Hidden Hero of the Year - Jason Longan, University Events and ID Services

⭐️ Program of the Year - Hazing Prevention Week, APSU Student Life and Engagement and Community Care and Standards at Austin Peay State University

⭐️ Department of the Year - Assessment, Planning and Communications

What a meaningful day at our annual Division of Student Affairs Retreat, serving together, celebrating our colleagues, and strengthening the connections that make our division special!

The morning began with reflection on the past year's achievements before our team dedicated time to service throughout the community at Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery County TN, Loaves And Fishes, and Clarksville 50+ Activity Center.

Later, we gathered in The Jude Room at The Press Clarksville to recognize team members for their years of service and honor our 2025-26 Division Award recipients.

We finished the day touring the Customs House Museum & Cultural Center and enjoying time together as a team.

Thank you to each member of our division for all you do for our students, campus and each other ❤️

A huge congratulations to Carrie Taylor, Senior Director of University Events & Engagement, our May Student Experience Champion of the Month 🌟

Carrie plays a key role in strengthening the student experience by bringing students, alumni, donors, and the APSU community together through alumni engagement and philanthropy events. Her work helps create a culture of pride, belonging, and lasting engagement while strengthening the connection between the student experience, alumni involvement, and philanthropic impact.

Thank you for all you do, Carrie!

Austin Peay State University Alumni
Austin Peay State University

Today we celebrate our Austin Peay State University May 2026 graduates 🎓❤️

Student Affairs is so thankful to have been part of your journey. Congratulations, Govs!

Join us in recognizing our April Student Experience Champion of the Month, Kathy Lee Heuston, General Manager of APSU-TV & Professor of Communication 🎉

Kathy creates hands-on opportunities that extend learning beyond the classroom. Through APSU-TV, she empowers students to build real-world media skills, confidence and professional experience. Her mentorship and commitment to creativity help students find their voice, tell meaningful stories and feel more connected to the university.

We’re grateful for you, Kathy!

College of Arts & Letters at Austin Peay State University
Austin Peay State University