In recognition of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Kares' gift, the University Library will be named “Kares Library.” Dateline: February 19, 2019 Athens State University is pleased to announce that on Friday, May 3, 2019, a reception and unveiling ceremony will be held in the University Library for Mr. and Mrs. [...]
This four-part series, leading up to the 2019 Fiddlers Convention in October, will allow bluegrass lovers to enjoy the sounds of old-time music throughout the year. Dateline: December 2, 2019 Athens State University Foundation and the Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention Steering Committee are pleased to introduce the Tennessee [...]
Every gift, no matter the size, has the capability to create a lasting impact on the lives of Athens State students. Dateline: December 2, 2019 Athens State University recently participated in Giving Tuesday, a nationwide day of fundraising. Thanks to the generosity of donors, the University was able to raise [...]
“Dr. Hodges is a great leader with a true passion for education, so we’re excited to see her get started in this new role,” says Dr. Joe Delap, Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs. Dateline: December 2, 2019 Athens State University has appointed Dr. Rosemary Hodges as its interim [...]
Saturday, April 13 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM – Founders Hall Lawn The public is invited to attend Athens State University’s annual Arbor Day Festival! This event is completely free and will offer fun for the whole family, including: Inflatable Attractions for Kids Historic Tree Tours on Athens State’s [...]
Dr. Stephen Spencer, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Athens State, commented, “This is an important story in the history of Alabama, and the performance offers many opportunities for students studying history, social studies, law, criminal justice, music, and drama, from elementary schools to college, to connect what they are doing [...]
Give us your nominations for outstanding alumni and community members for the Alumni Awards. The Athens State University Foundation, in conjunction with the University Alumni Association, will be hosting a Scholarship Reception and Alumni Awards ceremony on April 6, 2019 in Carter Gymnasium. The Alumni Association is currently seeking nominations for the [...]
Tuesday, February 26, 2019, Athens State University will be honoring Black History Month with two events that are free and open to the public. In honor of Black History Month, Athens State University will be hosting two events on Tuesday, February 26. The first will be the opening of an [...]
“Athens State was just the perfect combination of small class size, caring and knowledgeable professors, and the fact that it’s local.” As a history major, Taylor Heck never imagined that she would become a lawyer. She had no family or friends involved in the occupation, and yet she now [...]
“I loved coming to class. I loved this campus. Even with my online classes, I always had plenty of help and I never felt that I was just floating out there with no guidance. I wish going to college was a profession. I would just do that. I love taking classes and going to [...]
