Athens State is pleased to announce that Dr. Jim Kerner, Dr. Michael Essary, and Dr. Wayne McCain have been honored with Faculty Emeritus status. The conferment of Faculty Emeritus status […]
The Society for Experiential Education elected Don DeMaria, Kafui Kouakou, Katia Maxwell, and Evan Small to the organization’s Board of Directors at its meeting on May 21, 2026. The new […]
As part of America 250, Athens State will be hosting storyteller Brian “Fox” Ellis as he portrays John Adams in “John Adams, Architect of Our American Independence”. The event will […]
The Athens State University Accounting Club, an IMA (Institute of Management Accountants) Student Chapter, was recently recognized as a winner of the IMA Award of Excellence. In order to win […]
Grant partners from Georgia College and State University and Southern Utah University convene to advance rural higher education innovation Athens State University recently welcomed partner institutions from across the nation […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts (ACA) held a naming ceremony on May 19 to commemorate the newly designated Arthur Orr Performing Arts Center, honoring longtime state legislator Senator Arthur […]
Athens State’s annual Flag Day Ceremony is scheduled for Friday, June 12 at 12:00 pm in the Sandridge Student Center Ballroom. This year’s event is associated with America250 and honors […]
The Women’s Foundation of Alabama (WFA) has partnered with the Athens State University LaunchBox for its Advancing Alabama Child Care Accelerator, a 12-week business training program designed to strengthen child […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts is pleased to announce its newest exhibit, Ink Unbound,curated by Tara Segars, Art Instructor at Calhoun Community College. The exhibit will open in the Center’s Main Gallery […]
Athens State will be celebrating graduates from the College of Business, College of Education, and College of Arts & Sciences on Saturday, May 2 during the Spring 2026 commencement ceremonies. […]
OnlineMasters.com, a leading authority on accredited online graduate education, has included Athens State University in its annual rankings, awarding it the Best Online Master’s in Supply Chain Management Degree Programs […]
Athens State University has been recognized as one of the best cybersecurity programs in Alabama by Programs.com, highlighting the university’s role in preparing the next generation of cybersecurity professionals in […]
The 2026 Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series, presented by Redstone Federal Credit Union, continues on Thursday, May 21 with a performance by Wood Box Heroes. The concert will […]
Athens State University will be among a select group of universities and research-oriented organizations joining together to form the Southeastern Quantum Collaborative (SQC). The regional R&D group is expected to […]
Athens State University has announced its new Career Advantage initiative, a comprehensive framework designed to better serve adult learners, strengthen workforce alignment, and position the institution at the forefront of […]
A ribbon cutting ceremony was held on March 30 to celebrate the grand opening of the newly renovated Brown Hall building on Athens State’s campus. This iconic, columned three-story structure […]
Athens State is pleased to announce that Dr. Kris Erskine (COE) and Dr. Maria Steele (COAS) have been appointed Co-Directors of the Honors Program. Their leadership will build upon the […]
Athens State is pleased to announce that the Alabama Commission on Higher Education (ACHE) has approved a new Graduate Certificate in Elementary Mathematics Coaching. The program will begin in Fall […]
Athens State University has partnered with CareerVillage.org to launch Coach, an innovative AI-driven career development tool designed to support students, alumni, and the broader Athens State community. Coach brings together […]
The Athens State University Foundation and the Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention Steering Committee are pleased to announce the 2026 Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention entertainment line-up. The […]
The 2026 Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series, presented by Redstone Federal Credit Union, continues on Thursday, March 19 with a performance by The Gibson Brothers. The concert will […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts’ annual Youth Art Month celebration will kick off on Tuesday, March 3. The Annual Showcase of Young Talent will feature pieces of art from […]
Athens State is pleased to host Wise Women, featuring the artwork of Athens State student, Char Baxter. At the age of 74, Baxter is currently studying at the Alabama Center […]
In a higher education landscape often dominated by rankings and test scores, Athens State University has been recognized for what truly matters: a transformative undergraduate experience. For the 2025-2026 academic […]
Athens State University will be celebrating International Women’s Day on Thursday, March 12 at 7:00 pm with a screening of “Lilly,” an inspiring movie based on the remarkable life and […]
Athens State University has been awarded a $2,000,000 U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) grant to increase STEM degree completion of low-income and high-achieving undergraduates. Fourteen scholarships of up to $15,000 […]
The Athens State University Board of Trustees has unanimously voted to name the Alabama Center for the Arts’ Performing Arts building the Arthur Orr Performing Arts Center. This follows a […]
Athens State is pleased to host Light on the Land, featuring the artwork of Athens State student Trevor J. Thomas. Thomas is currently studying at the Alabama Center for the […]
Athens State University is excited to introduce a new license plate design that is now available to Alabama drivers. The refreshed, colorful new plate features Athens State’s mascot Hebrew the […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts is pleased to announce the opening of the annual juried Festival of the Cranes Art Exhibit in the Center’s Walking Gallery on Friday, January […]
Athens State University is collaborating with the autonomous fundraising platform Givzey | Version2.ai to launch a virtual engagement officer (VEO). This tool will help the University engage its stakeholders more […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts is pleased to announce its newest exhibit, Salamandrina, featuring the art of Gary Chapman. The exhibit will open in the Center’s Main Gallery on Tuesday, January 6. […]
Athens State will be celebrating graduates from the College of Education, College of Arts & Sciences, and College of Business on Saturday, December 6 during the Fall 2025 commencement ceremonies. […]
The 2026 Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series, presented by Redstone Federal Credit Union, continues on Thursday, January 22 with a performance by The Jim Hurst Band. The concert […]
The 2026 Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series, presented by Redstone Federal Credit Union, begins on Thursday, November 6 with a performance by Larry Cordle, Carl Jackson, and Jerry […]
Athens State University is pleased to announce that earlier today, at its Annual Meeting in Long Beach, California, the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) granted Athens […]
Athens State University is honored to host Vietnam: Then & Now, an exhibition featuring the powerful work of Vietnam veterans and artists David Wright and Chuck Creasy. The exhibition will […]
Athens State invites you to join us for a special engagement by Jimmy Fortune on Saturday, November 8, 2025 in historic McCandless Hall at Athens State University. Fortune will be […]
The Athens State University Foundation and the Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention Steering Committee are pleased to announce the 2025-2026 Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series line-up. This […]
With the Fall 2025 semester underway, Athens State University is pleased to share that enrollment numbers are continuing to grow. The University has a headcount of over 3,000 students with […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts invites you to view the 2025 Emerging Artists Exhibition, featuring Calhoun Community College and Athens State University students who take classes at the Alabama […]
The Wall That Heals, a three-quarter scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial along with a mobile Education Center, is coming to Athens, Alabama on November 6-9, 2025 at Beasley […]
Athens State University is pleased to announce that its Active Minds Student Organization was named the 2025 Chapter of the Year at the Annual National Active Minds Mental Health Conference. […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts is pleased to announce its newest exhibit, Serendipity and Serenity, featuring the art of Dawn Whitelaw and Amy R. Peterson in association with the Beverly McNeil […]
Athens State University held a groundbreaking ceremony this morning to kick off the renovation of Carter Hall. The renovated and expanded Carter Hall will serve as a vibrant hub for […]
Athens State University will be welcoming old time music lovers of all ages to campus from October 1-4, 2025 for the 58th Annual Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention. Musical […]
Athens State is pleased to announce that the Alabama Commission on Higher Education (ACHE) has approved a Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity program that will begin during the Fall 2025 […]
Athens State University hosted its 4th annual Giving Day on August 5 and raised $133,745 to support student programs and campus projects, including a $25,000 matching gift by the Tennessee […]
Athens State University is excited to announce the launch of its new gift shop and campus store, Pillar & Paw. The store is open to the community and offers a […]
A ribbon cutting ceremony was held this afternoon to celebrate the grand opening of Athens State’s new Nazaretian Alumni Welcome Center. The Center will house the University’s Office of Alumni […]
The Athens State University Board of Trustees has voted to approve the addition and renovation of Carter Hall up to $30 million. The newly renovated and expanded Carter Hall will […]
Athens State University will host its 4th annual Giving Day on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. Athenian Giving Day was established for the Athens State community to come together and lend […]
Athens State University is pleased to announce that Cedrick Nkulu will be joining the University as the institution’s Chief Information Officer (CIO). “I am thrilled to join Athens State University, […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts is pleased to announce its newest exhibit, The Art of Decatur Theatre: Big Blue World, featuring DreamWeavers Theatre and captivating puppets designed by Drew Sybert. […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts is pleased to announce that the 2025 Helen Keller Art Show of Alabama is now open in the Center’s Walking Gallery. The exhibit is […]
Athens State University’s Writing Center will be hosting the Summer Writing & Arts Summit from June 26-27. The Summit is an educational and inspirational event for writers, artists, or anyone […]
The 2025 Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series, presented by Redstone Federal Credit Union, continues with a performance by The Kody Norris Show on Thursday, July 24 at 7:00 […]
Athens State’s annual Flag Day Ceremony is scheduled for Friday, June 13 at 12:00 pm in the Sandridge Student Center Ballroom. The event honors the United States flag and our […]
Athens State is pleased to announce the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) Muscle Shoals Chapter Distinguished Accounting Scholarship, a newly endowed $25,000 scholarship created to support students who demonstrate excellence […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts and Athens State University’s Music Industry Studies program are proud to present the Singer-Songwriter Series, an event designed to highlight the program’s academic concentrations: […]
Athens State University recently honored two outstanding faculty members at the 2025 Honors Convocation. For over a decade, the University has recognized contributions of exceptional faculty through the Teaching Excellence […]
The Athens State University College of Education hosted the institution’s inaugural Teachers’ Pinning Ceremony for the education students who graduated this weekend as part of the Class of 2025. The […]
Last Thursday, over 100 young ladies from Athens City and Limestone County high schools gathered at Athens State University to attend Grit & Grace: Breaking Barriers & Leading Boldly. Scheduled […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts is pleased to announce its newest exhibit, Wild and Precious, featuring artists Rebecca Sower and Tonya Gillespie Witt,will be opening in the Center’s Main Gallery on […]
Dr. Catherine Wehlburg has officially been inaugurated as Athens State University’s 39th President. A Presidential Inauguration & Investiture Ceremony was held this morning in Carter Hall and attended by University […]
A new Student Access and Earnings Classification recognizes the wide variety of institutions fostering opportunities for students nationwide Dateline: April 24, 2025, Washington, D.C. — The American Council on Education […]
The Board of Trustees of Athens State University will hold the Inauguration and Investiture Ceremony for Dr. Catherine Wehlburg on Friday, April 25 at 10:00 am in Carter Gymnasium. Dr. […]
The 2025 Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series, presented by Redstone Federal Credit Union, continues with a performance by Act of Congress on Thursday, May 15 at 7:00 pm. […]
eCampus.com Announces Official Online Bookstore Partnership with Athens State University Launching Summer of 2025. Starting in Summer 2025, Athens State University in Athens, Alabama, will partner with eCampus.com as its […]
Athens State University and Calhoun Community College are collaborating through an articulation agreement, or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), to provide a seamless transfer pathway for teacher candidates participating in apprenticeship […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts’ annual Youth Art Month celebration will kick off on Thursday, February 27. The Annual Showcase of Young Talent will feature pieces of art from […]
Athens State University will be hosting their annual International Women’s Day Breakfast on March 7 at 8:00 am. International Women’s Day (March 8th) is a global day of celebrating the […]
The 2025 Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series, presented by Redstone Federal Credit Union, continues with a performance by The Tennessee Bluegrass Band on Tuesday, March 4 at 7:00 […]
Strada Education Foundation recently announced the recipients of the Innovation in Career Services grant program, which supports institutions in their efforts to scale innovative guidance and career services. Athens State […]
Athens State is pleased to announce that the Alabama Commission on Higher Education (ACHE) has approved a Bachelor of Science in Applied Management program that will begin during the Fall […]
Athens State University is pleased to announce that the “Home, Heart, Heritage: Quilt Project Celebrating Black History” exhibit will be coming to campus on February 7. The exhibit will be […]
Athens State University Associate Professor Dr. Katherine Kandalec Holm has been appointed Editor in Chief of Career and Technical Education Research, the flagship journal of the Association for Career and […]
Athens State University is pleased to announce new learning partnerships with ten North Alabama organizations. These learning partnerships are designed to assist the employees of these organizations and their immediate […]
The Athens State University Foundation and the Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention Steering Committee are pleased to announce the 2025 Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention entertainment line-up. The […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts is pleased to announce the opening of the annual juried Festival of the Cranes Art Exhibit in the Center’s Walking Gallery on Friday, January […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts is pleased to announce the opening of its newest exhibit, Print Magic!. It will remain on display in the Center’s Main Gallery until Friday, […]
The 2025 Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series continues with a performance by Kenny & Amanda Smith on Thursday, January 16 at 7:00 pm. The concert, presented by Redstone […]
Wallace State Community College and Athens State University have joined forces to create a tuition savings pathway that gives students the opportunity to receive a tuition discount at both institutions […]
Athens State University has been honored by the Better Business Bureau (BBB) of North Alabama as the winner of the 2024 Torch Award for Ethics in the Large Business category. […]
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Replica Wall and Mobile Education Center Spreads Healing Legacy of The Wall and Educates about the Impact of the Vietnam War The Wall That Heals, a three-quarter […]
Athens State University honors former Alabama State Representative Tommy Carter, who played a significant role in integrating the institution into Alabama’s public higher education system. His wholehearted support helped ensure […]
Northeast Alabama Community College (NACC) located in Rainsville, Alabama and Athens State University have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a new Fast-Track/Joint Enrollment BSN program that will allow […]
Intelligent.com, a widely respected source for higher education rankings and research, has recognized multiple programs at Athens State University in its 2025 rankings. The university has been awarded top honors […]
Athens State University celebrated the grand opening and ribbon cutting of the new Crime Analyzation, Simulation, and Experimentation Laboratory (CASElab) today. Located on campus in the Freehauf House, the CASElab […]
Athens State University will host its annual Veterans Day program on Friday, November 8 at 11:00 AM at the Alabama Veterans Museum in Athens, Alabama. This year’s program will feature […]
Tristan Clarridge from Mount Shasta, California was named the 2024 “Tennessee Valley Fiddle Champion” at the 57th annual Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention held at Athens State University on […]
Athens State University has received a $12,000 grant from the Alabama State Council on the Arts to fund the 2025 Fiddlers Concert Series, a year-long series of bluegrass concerts that […]
The Athens State University Foundation and the Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention Steering Committee are pleased to announce the 2024-2025 Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series line-up. This […]
Athens State University is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Denver Betts, Mr. Tommy Coblentz, and Ms. Donna Coleman to the Board of Trustees by Alabama Governor Kay Ivey. […]
Athens State University held a ribbon cutting ceremony today for its new Bear Track Trail. The half-mile walking trail starts at the Pryor Street crosswalk between the Classroom Building and […]
Athens State University is one of the best colleges in the nation to work for, according to the Great Colleges to Work For® program. This honor puts Athens State in […]
Today Athens State University celebrated the grand opening of its new CyberLab, a cutting-edge cybersecurity facility designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to tackle the ever-evolving […]
Athens State University has been awarded a $400,000 grant from the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF). The Enabling Partnerships to Increase Innovation Capacity (EPIIC) program provides institutions with training and […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts is pleased to announce the upcoming opening of the Leovis Coats Whitt Art Exhibit on Tuesday, September 10. It will remain on display in […]
On August 21, Governor Kay Ivey delivered a proclamation to officially recognize August 30, 2024 as the day to celebrate Alabama’s public universities with College Colors Day, and encouraged every […]
The 7th Juried Faculty & Alumni Art Exhibition is scheduled to open on Monday, September 9 in the Alabama Center for the Arts’ Main Gallery. The show will feature 49 […]
The 2024 Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series concludes with a concert on Thursday, September 12 at 7:00 pm with a performance by Frank Solivan & Dirty Kitchen. The […]
The Coleman Center for Religion, Leadership, and Culture received the Rabbi Jeffrey L. Ballon Memorial Interfaith Award at the Interfaith Mission Service Awards held on August 13. The Center was […]
Athens State University will be welcoming old time music lovers of all ages to campus from October 2-5, 2024 for the 57th Annual Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention. This […]
Completing a degree in higher education is an incredible accomplishment that, in most cases, is not met without challenges – academically, socially, and emotionally. While every student’s collegiate journey is […]
Athens State University welcomed back faculty, staff, and students to campus today as the University began its Fall semester. “Welcome to the start of a new academic year!” said Dr. […]
As part of The News Courier’s annual Reader’s Choice Awards, Athens State University is pleased to announce that it has been named “Best College” and tied with Buc-ee’s as the […]
At Athens State University, we believe in the power of shared passions and the impact of collective efforts. Therefore, we are pleased to announce the launch of the new Bank […]
Athens State University hosted its 3rd annual Giving Day on August 6 and raised $44,935 to support student programs and campus projects, including a $25,000 gift by the Tennessee Valley […]
Athens State is pleased to announce that it will be launching a new BA in Music Industry Studies program this fall. The program is designed to offer relevant experiential training […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts is pleased to announce that the 2024 Helen Keller Art Show of Alabama is now open in the Center’s Walking Gallery. The exhibit is […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts is pleased to announce its newest exhibit, PAPER CANVAS CLAY. The exhibit will open in the Center’s Main Gallery on Friday, July 12 and […]
The 2024 Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series continues with a concert on Tuesday, July 23 at 7:00 pm with a performance by Chris Jones & the Night Drivers. […]
Athens State University has been accepted as a new member of the Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society of Nursing (Sigma) as its Beta Phi At-Large chapter, which is in conjunction […]
The Athens State University Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (PTK) was recently named to the 2024 PTK Transfer Honor Roll among 228 colleges and universities in recognition of the dynamic […]
Innovate Alabama recently announced the second round of designees of the Innovate Alabama Network, a comprehensive resource to connect communities, nonprofits and higher education institutions across Alabama fostering innovation in […]
A groundbreaking ceremony was held on June 20, 2024 to celebrate the beginning of construction on the campus’ new Nazaretian Alumni House & Welcome Center. The Center, complete with historical […]
Athens State’s annual Flag Day Ceremony is scheduled for Friday, June 14 at 12:00 pm in the Sandridge Student Center Ballroom. The event honors the United States flag and our […]
Athens State University is pleased to announce new learning partnerships with 12 North Alabama organizations. These learning partnerships are designed to assist the employees of these organizations and their immediate […]
Calhoun Community College, Athens State University, and local legislators celebrated the opening of its new Alabama Center for the Arts (ACA) residence hall apartments with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on June […]
Athens State University and Calhoun Community College have signed a Memorandum of Understanding designed to help Calhoun students retain prior learning assessment (PLA) credit when they transfer to Athens State […]
The Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark Dunn to the College of Business’ Board of Visitors and Dr. Eric Smith to the College of Arts […]
Athens State University’s Writing Center will be hosting the 2nd Annual Summer Writing Summit at Kares Library from June 17-18. The two-day writing conference is designed for students, faculty, and community members […]
The Athens State University Honors Program recently hosted the inaugural Student Scholarly and Creative Work Showcase. The purpose of the event was to provide students with an opportunity to showcase […]
The Athens State University Board of Trustees has named Dr. Catherine M. Wehlburg as the 39th president of Athens State University. This appointment marks the third woman to be named […]
Athens State University’s online Logistics and Supply Chain Management bachelor’s degree program has been named one of the best and most affordable in the country by TechGuide for 2024. TechGuide’s […]
Athens State University held a “groundbreaking” ceremony this morning to kick off the renovation of Brown Hall. This iconic, columned three-story building that stands directly behind Founders Hall, was constructed […]
Athens State University recently honored two outstanding faculty members at the 2024 Honors Convocation. For over a decade, the University has recognized contributions of exceptional faculty through the Teaching Excellence […]
At its regular board meeting on Wednesday, May 8, the Alabama Community College System (ACCS) Board of Trustees elected Mr. Goodrich ‘Dus’ Rogers as Chairperson and Mrs. Valerie Gray as […]
Athens State celebrated the graduates from the College of Education, College of Arts & Sciences, and College of Business on Saturday, April 27 during the Spring 2024 commencement ceremonies. A […]
Athens State is pleased to announce that the Alabama Commission on Higher Education (ACHE) has approved a new Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre program. The upcoming BFA in Theatre […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts is pleased to announce its newest exhibit, “Orchestrating Beauty: A Synthesis of Nature and Technology” by Shawn Donahoo, set to open in the Center’s […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts invites you to join them on May 2 at 6:00 pm for a special ACA Writers’ Series Event featuring Jennifer Horne and Jeanie Thompson, […]
Athens State University is pleased to welcome Tyler Jones as the new Executive Director of LaunchBox. Jones is a third-generation, dynamic entrepreneur hailing from the heart of Decatur, Alabama, where […]
Athens State University has earned a Military Friendly® School designation for 2024-2025 from Military Friendly®. The 537 schools included on this list provide the best higher education opportunities for veterans, […]
The 2024 Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series continues with a concert on Tuesday, May 7 at 7:00 pm with a performance by East Nash Grass. The concert will […]
Athens State University’s Career Development Center hosted its Spring Career Fair on April 4. Special thank you to Runergy and Aetos Systems, Inc. for sponsoring this event. Nearly 200 job […]
Magan Westbrook, an education major at Athens State University, serves her local community through the Bonner Leader Program (BLP). The BLP is a nationally recognized fellowship program that gives students the […]
Athens State University’s online Logistics and Supply Chain Management bachelor’s degree program has been named one of the most affordable in the country, ranked #10 nationwide by SupplyChainGuide.org for 2024. […]
The Athens State University Foundation and the Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention Steering Committee are pleased to announce the 2024 Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention entertainment line up. […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts’ annual Youth Art Month celebration will kick off on Monday, March 4. The Annual Showcase of Young Talent features 126 pieces of art from […]
Wallace State Community College in Hanceville and Athens State University have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a new Joint Enrollment BSN program that will allow students to receive […]
Athens State University is pleased to announce that it has entered into a new learning partnership with the Limestone County Economic Development Association (LCEDA). Benefits of learning partnerships include a […]
The 2024 Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series continues with a concert on Thursday, March 7 at 7:00 pm with a performance by Tina Adair. The concert will be […]
The Athens State University Phi Theta Kappa Alumni Association (PTK) has been awarded Five Star Chapter Honors for the fifth year in a row. The Five Star Chapter Plan engages […]
Athens State University has been awarded a $2.2 million Department of Education Rural Postsecondary & Economic Development Grant (RPED) to improve rates of postsecondary education enrollment, persistence, and completion among […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts is pleased to announce the opening of the annual juried Festival of the Cranes Art Exhibit in the Center’s Walking Gallery on Friday, January […]
Athens State University is pleased to welcome Denise Santos as the University’s new Director of Alumni Affairs. Santos received her Associate of Arts in Humanities and Social Sciences from Onondaga […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts is pleased to announce its newest exhibit, “Portraits of Hope: Inspirational Stories from the Lovelady Center,” set to open in the Center’s Main Gallery […]
Dr. Katherine Kandalec Holm, Interim Dean of the College of Education, has been selected as a NextLevel Postsecondary CTE Fellow for the Association for Career & Technical Education‘s (ACTE) 2024 […]
The 2024 Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series continues with a concert on Thursday, January 25 at 7:00 pm with a performance by Rob Ickes & Trey Hensley. The […]
Athens State University’s online Logistics and Supply Chain Management bachelor’s degree program has been named one of the best in the country, ranked #11 nationwide by Intelligent.com for 2024. This […]
Athens State celebrated graduates from the College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business, and College of Education programs today during the Fall 2023 Commencement ceremonies. A separate ceremony was […]
Athens State University is pleased to announce learning partnerships with nine additional North Alabama organizations. These learning partnerships are designed to assist the employees of these organizations and their immediate […]
Athens State University is pleased to announce that it has entered into a new learning partnership with Leadership Greater Huntsville. Benefits of learning partnerships include a 10% tuition discount on […]
The Writing Center is pleased to announce that it has received recertification from the Southeastern Writing Center Association’s (SWCA) Center Acknowledgment and Recognition of Excellence (CARE) program. The CARE program […]
Athens State University invites the community to join us as we kick off the holiday season at our inaugural Christmas Column Lighting at Founders Hall on Friday, December 1 at […]
The 2024 Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series kicks off with a special holiday concert on Tuesday, November 28 at 7:00 pm with a performance by Andy Leftwich & […]
Athens State University and Calhoun Community College have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to create a pathway for students seeking a degree in STEM secondary teacher education to be […]
The Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the appointment of Jake Johnson, Principal of Cullman Middle School; Dena Mayfield, Pre-K Principal at Hartselle City Schools; and Dr. Richard Templeton, […]
Dr. Vanessa Miller, Dr. Shannon Pittman, Shellie Christopher, and Lael Anderson have been selected as presenters during the 58th annual conference to be held by the National Collegiate Honors Council […]
Attention all learning partners! Athens State is offering a special 20% tuition discount to all students affiliated with one of the University’s Learning Partnerships for the Spring 2024 semester. The […]
Athens State recently held a reception to introduce its rebranded Adult Degree Program (ADP) office, now the Adult Learner Services Office (ALSO). ALSO is designed to assist working adults finish […]
Athens State University will host its annual Veterans Day program on Friday, November 10 at 11:00 AM at the Alabama Veterans Museum in Athens, Alabama. This year’s program will feature […]
The Athens State University Foundation and the Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention Steering Committee are pleased to announce the 2023-2024 Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series line up. […]
The Athenian Players invite you to join them for their Fall 2023 performance of The Laramie Project by Moisés Kaufman and the Members of the Techtonic Theater Project. The Laramie […]
Athens State University is pleased to announce that it has entered into a new learning partnership with the Athens-Limestone County Chamber of Commerce, its second chamber learning partner. Benefits of […]
Monte Gaylord from Nowata, Oklahoma was named the 2023 “Tennessee Valley Fiddle Champion” at the 56th annual Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention held at Athens State University on Saturday […]
Athens State’s online Master’s in Strategic Leadership & Business Analytics program has been ranked #3 in the country on AnalyticsDegrees.org’s list of the Most Affordable Online Master’s in Business Analytics […]
Athens State University is pleased to announce an increase in enrollment numbers for the Fall 2023 semester. With a total of 2,955 students enrolled, the University’s headcount is up 2.1% […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts is pleased to announce its newest exhibit, “A Sense of Place” featuring the artwork of Gary Anderson and Dariana Dervis. The show will open […]
Calhoun Community College and Athens State University recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding that will allow graduates from Calhoun’s Honors Program to join the Honors Program at Athens State. Students […]
Athens State is pleased to announce that the following new programs have been approved by the Alabama Commission on Higher Education (ACHE) and will begin during the Spring 2024 semester. […]
Athens State University’s LaunchBox invites you to strengthen your leadership skills and become a member of the fall cohort of its leadership development program, LeadUP: Leadership Training. This 10-week program […]
Dateline: August 25, 2023 – Athens State University has been accepted as a new member of the Alpha Sigma Lambda Honor Society as its Upsilon Kappa chapter. Alpha Sigma Lambda […]
Dateline: August 17, 2023 – Athens State University will be welcoming old-time music lovers of all ages to campus from October 4-7, 2023 for the 56th Annual Tennessee Valley Old […]
Dateline: August 14, 2023 – Athens State University is pleased to announce that it has entered into a new learning partnership with the Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce, its first […]
Dateline: August 14, 2023 – Athens State University welcomed back faculty, staff, and students to campus today as the University began its Fall semester. Interim President, Dr. Catherine Wehlburg, shared […]
Athens State University has been selected as an education partner for Amazon’s Career Choice program, providing Amazon’s hourly employees access to Athens State’s wide selection of bachelor’s degree programs and […]
Athens State University hosted its second annual Giving Day on August 1 and raised $79,802 to support student programs and campus projects, including a $25,000 matching gift by the Tennessee […]
Equal pay advocate Lilly Ledbetter was awarded Athens State University’s President’s Medal during the University’s Summer Commencement ceremony on July 29, 2023. The President’s Medal is the highest honor approved […]
Athens State University is pleased to announce the appointment of Redstone GCI Senior Managing Consultant, Scott Henry, to the College of Business’ Board of Visitors by Athens State’s Board of […]
Two Institutions. Two Degrees. One Curriculum. Drake State Community and Technical College and Athens State University have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a new Fast-Track BSN program that […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts is pleased to announce its newest exhibit, “The Art of Decatur Theatre.” The show is now open in the Main Gallery and will remain […]
Bonner Leaders, Tiara Samuels and Brooke Sinyard, attended the Summer Leadership Institute (SLI) at Montclair State University in Montclair, NJ in May. Workshops at SLI provided a comprehensive and enriching […]
Nucor Steel Decatur, LLC signed a memorandum of understanding with Athens State University on July 12, 2023. This learning partnership will provide Nucor Steel Decatur teammates a 10% tuition discount […]
Athens State University’s College of Education and College of Arts and Sciences have collaborated to launch Athens State TEACH, based on the widely-recognized UTeach Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) […]
The Athenian Players invite you to join them for their Summer 2023 performance of Green Day’s American Idiot, featuring music by Green Day. The two-time Tony Award-winning hit musical Green […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts is pleased to announce that the 2023 Helen Keller Art Show of Alabama will be opening on July 13. The exhibit is a traveling […]
Athens State University’s Writing Center hosted its inaugural Summer Writing Summit from June 27 – 28. The Summit showcased the writing, research, and educational support services that Athens State offers […]
The Athens State University Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (PTK) was recently named to the 2023 PTK Transfer Honor Roll among 208 colleges and universities in recognition of the dynamic […]
Athens State University has been named the #1 Safest College Campus in Alabama for 2023 by Niche. The Safest College Campuses ranking is based on key statistics and student reviews […]
Athens State University and Wallace State Community College have signed a Memorandum of Understanding designed to help Wallace State students retain prior learning assessment (PLA) credit when they transfer to […]
The Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) announced today that Catherine Wehlburg, Ph.D., Interim President of Athens State University, and Timothy Letzring, Ph.D., Vice Provost for Academic Affairs and Professor […]
Athens State University is pleased to announce a new learning partnership with Alabama Farmers Cooperative. The learning partnership is designed to assist the employees of the company and their immediate […]
The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) has announced that Athens State University’s Baccalaureate Degree Program in Nursing has been accredited by the CCNE Board of Commissioners for five years, […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts is pleased to announce its newest show, “Not So Much A Whisper” by Sarah Cusimano Miles. The exhibit will open on Monday, May 8 […]
Athens State University recently honored two outstanding faculty members at the 2023 Honors Convocation. For more than 10 years, the University has recognized contributions of exceptional faculty through the Teaching […]
Calhoun Community College and Athens State University have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a new fast-track BSN program that will allow students to receive their Associate Degree in […]
Athens State University College of Education Assistant Professor Dr. Katherine Kandalec Holm has just been named to a two-year term as Associate Editor for the peer-reviewed research journal Career and […]
Athens State University is pleased to announce a new learning partnership with Morgan County, Alabama. The partnership is designed to assist the employees of Morgan County and their immediate family […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts is pleased to announce the opening of “Red Earth Invocation” by John “Jahni” Moore in the Center’s Main Gallery. John Jahni Moore is a […]
The 2023 Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series will continue on Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 7:00 pm with a performance by Russell Moore and IIIrd Tyme Out with […]
Athens State University is pleased to announce new learning partnerships with TBAKI, Aerojet Rocketdyne, the City of Huntsville, and Torch Technologies. The learning partnerships are designed to assist the employees […]
Intelligent.com has ranked Athens State among the top 10 colleges and online colleges in the state of Alabama. Coming in at #8 on each list, the University was also designated […]
Athens State University’s Bachelor’s in Human Resource Management degree program was ranked #4 by Online Schools Guide as one of the Top Online Bachelor’s in Human Resources in the country. […]
Jennifer “Jenny” Higgins, a student at Athens State University, is working with the Alabama Baptist Children’s Home (ABCH) through the Bonner Leader Program (BLP). The BLP is a nationally recognized […]
Joshua Cunningham, a student at Athens State University, is working with Enable Madison County (formerly CASA of Madison County) through the Bonner Leader Program (BLP). The BLP is a nationally […]
Athens State University is pleased to announce the appointment of Huntsville City Schools superintendent, Christie Finley, to the College of Education’s Board of Visitors by Athens State’s Board of Trustees. […]
The 2022-2023 Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series is gearing up to kick off on Tuesday, December 6, 2022 with a performance by Authentic Unlimited. The concert will take […]
Athens State University is pleased to announce the appointment of Representative Mac McCutcheon and Mr. Mike Underwood to the Board of Trustees by Alabama Governor Kay Ivey. Their appointments are […]
Athens State University’s Bachelor’s in Human Resource Management degree program was ranked #5 by OnlineU as one of the 2022 Most Affordable Online Human Resources Degrees. The nationwide rankings were […]
Athens State University is pleased to welcome the following new faculty members to campus this fall. Dagan Bond-Turner – Assistant Librarian Dagan Bond was born in Dothan, Alabama, the peanut […]
Katrina Nicolayeff from Meridian, Idaho was named the 2022 “Tennessee Valley Fiddle Champion” at the 55th annual Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention held at Athens State University on Saturday […]
After receiving a grant from Mazda Toyota Manufacturing, Athens State University has taken the initiative to launch STEAM Roller to address educational needs and expand education opportunities in science, technology, […]
Athens State University is pleased to announce that Mark Gale, Joy Oettel, Tish Bergantz, and Tracey DeCicco have been named winners of an Accelerate 2022 Award by The Online Learning […]
As Athens State is committed to student success, it thrills us to congratulate Taylor Jordan on her completion of the HudsonAlpha BioTrain Internship program this summer. During her time at […]
Athens State is pleased to announce that the Alabama Commission on Higher Education (ACHE) has approved a Master of Science in Acquisition & Contract Management program to begin during the […]
The Bonner Leader Program is a nationally recognized fellowship program for students that have financial need, exhibit a capacity for leadership development, and show an interest in community service. Athens […]
Athens State University is pleased to announce Café 1822 as its new food service provider. Café 1822 is now open and ready to serve Athens State students, faculty, staff, and […]
Athens State University is delighted to honor the students who have been named to the President’s List and Provost’s List for the Summer 2022 semester. Through much hard work and […]
SHRM (the Society for Human Resource Management) awarded a 2021-2022 Outstanding Student Chapter Award designation to the Athens State University SHRM student chapter for providing superior growth and development opportunities […]
The Athens State University Foundation and the Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention Steering Committee are pleased to announce the 2022-2023 Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series line up. […]
In their effort to aid nationwide humanities research, preservation, and education, the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) has endowed $10,000 to Athens State University. Out of 113 applicants, Athens State was one of […]
The State of Alabama is known for its many successes in college football, with teams at every level dominating the sport nationwide. As thousands of fans gather this weekend to […]
The Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series, presented by WYTM Country, will conclude in October with performances by Mile Twelve and Larry Cordle, Carl Jackson, & Jerry Salley. Both […]
Athens State University recently hosted the Men of Kennis Summer Summit, which served as the program’s 2022 orientation. In addition to current and new Men of Kennis members, several graduates […]
As part of their 75th Anniversary Celebration, Bank Independent gave away $75,000 in community grants to organizations that make a positive difference in the communities they serve. The Athens State […]
Athens State University will be welcoming old time music lovers of all ages to campus from October 6-8, 2022 for the 55th Annual Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention, presented […]
Beginning Fall 2022, Athens State is offering an online Playwriting class taught by award winning playwright, Crystal Skillman. This course is a study and practice in the art and skills […]
The 6th Annual Juried Faculty & Alumni Show is scheduled to open on Thursday, August 11 in the Alabama Center for the Arts’ Main Gallery and showcase works from 31 […]
The Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) recently announced that Athens State University is one of 35 providers from 22 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico […]
The Tennessee Safety and Health Conference recently announced this year’s James G. “Jim” Neeley Scholarship Award recipient. The award went to Jennifer Higgins, an Occupational Health & Safety Management degree student at Athens […]
Athens State University (ATSU) added $200.4 million in income to the ATSU Service Region economy of Limestone, Madison, Morgan, Marshall, and Cullman Counties in Northern Alabama during the 2019-2020 fiscal […]
The Athens State University Foundation has been awarded a grant of $5,200 from the Alabama Tourism Department thanks to the support of Representative Parker Moore. Funds will be used to […]
As part of the “Athens Forever” Bicentennial Series, Athens State University will be welcoming Sean of the South (Sean Dietrich) to McCandless Hall for “An Evening with Sean of the […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts is pleased to announce the opening of the 2022 Helen Keller Art Show of Alabama. The exhibit is a traveling juried art show that […]
The Athens State University Foundation has been awarded a grant of $5,200 from the Alabama Tourism Department thanks to the support of Representative Andy Whitt. Funds will be used to […]
Athens State University will be hosting a Veterans Resource Day on July 19 from 10:00 am – 12:30 pm in the Sandridge Student Center Ballroom. Various participating organizations will be […]
The Athens State University Foundation has been awarded a grant of $5,200 from the Alabama Tourism Department thanks to the support of Representative Danny Crawford. Funds will be used to […]
After the Community Advisory Council on Inclusive Recognition and Acknowledgment’s recommendation to the Pulaski Board of Mayor and Aldermen was approved for the United States Colored Troops (USCT) to be […]
Members of the Athens State American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) Student Branch in conjunction with the local Athens Amateur Radio Club will launch up to two high altitude […]
Yesterday, Calhoun Community College and Athens State University hosted a groundbreaking ceremony in celebration of the construction for new residence halls at the Alabama Center for the Arts (ACA) in […]
The Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series, presented by WYTM Country, will continue on Thursday, July 14 at 7:00 pm with a performance by The Quebe Sisters. The Fransiscos […]
The Athens State University Foundation has been awarded a grant of $7,800 from the Alabama Tourism Department thanks to the support of Senator Tim Melson. Funds will be used to […]
Students from across Alabama presented at the HudsonAlpha CODE Symposium on April 29. Two Athens State students earned First Place Presentation and First Place Undergraduate Poster. Camille Greer, Senior Bioinformatics […]
Athens State University recently honored two outstanding faculty members at the 2022 Honors Convocation. For more than 10 years, the University has recognized contributions of exceptional faculty through the Teaching […]
The Athens State University Foundation has been awarded a grant of $7,800 from the Alabama Tourism Department thanks to the support of Senator Tom Butler. Funds will be used to […]
Athens State University is pleased to announce a new learning partnership with Aetos Systems, Inc. The learning partnership is designed to assist Aetos employees and their immediate family members in […]
Athens State University is pleased to announce a new learning partnership with Crestwood Medical Center. The learning partnership is designed to assist Crestwood employees and their immediate family members in […]
Athens State is pleased to announce that the following new programs have been approved by the Alabama Commission on Higher Education (ACHE) and will begin during the Fall 2022 semester. […]
Athens State University will be welcoming Dr. Lovett H. Weems, Jr. as he speaks on “The Common Good – A Timeless Measure of Faith & Education” at a Lunch & […]
On April 27, a ribbon cutting ceremony was held to celebrate the grand opening of the Listerhill Credit Union Reading and Literacy Lab. Last fall, Listerhill donated $25,000 to allow […]
Athens State University will be welcoming award-winning organist, Jillian Gardner, to campus this summer to perform a recital on the historic McCandless Hall organ. As part of the “Athens Forever” […]
The Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series, presented by WYTM Country, will continue on Thursday, May 19 at 7:00 pm with a performance by Joe Mullins & The Radio […]
On April 9, Faith Hooper, an adjunct instructor for the new bachelors degree in Aerospace Systems Management (BS-ASM), met with members of the Alabama Chapter of the 99’s, a women’s […]
Athens State University will be hosting a Veterans Resource Day on July 19 from 10:00 am – 12:30 pm in the Sandridge Student Center Ballroom. Veterans will have the opportunity […]
Athens State University had the honor of hosting the 99th Annual Meeting of the Alabama Academy of Science from March 16-18, 2022. Students from across the state of Alabama competed […]
The Athenian Players invite you to join them for their Spring 2022 performance of Lady Windermere’s Fan by Oscar Wilde. Directed by Dr. Hugh Long, performances are planned on April […]
Athens State University strives to recruit, retain, and graduate a high-quality, diverse, and successful student body, as well as promote mutually beneficial relationships with other institutions. This encompasses strengthening global […]
In a surprise assembly, Kelsey Cooper, an eighth-grade math teacher at Discovery Middle School, received a $25,000 Milken Educator Award for her excellence and innovation in education. Cooper epitomizes creativity […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts’ annual Youth Art Month celebration is under way. The Annual Showcase of Young Talent features 110 pieces of art divided into Early Elementary, Elementary, […]
The Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series, presented by WYTM Country, will continue on Thursday, March 17 at 7:00 pm with a performance by Appalachian Roadshow. The concert will […]
Athens State University will be welcoming old time music lovers of all ages to campus from October 6-8, 2022 for the 55th Annual Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention, presented […]
Athens State University will be hosting the 99th Annual Meeting of the Alabama Academy of Science from March 16-18, 2022. Members from the Alabama Academy of Science (AAS), Alabama Junior […]
In honor of International Women’s Day, Athens State University will be celebrating with a special event on March 8 at 10:30 am in Carter Gymnasium. Keynote speaker, Kristin Scroggin, will […]
Faculty members from several different universities across Alabama recently met for a two-day training workshop at the HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology last month to learn how to develop bioinformatics-based research […]
Soul singer Jonathan Blanchard will be coming to Athens State University to headline an interactive concert and storytelling experience called “From History to Hip Hop” as the University celebrates Black […]
Athens State University is pleased to announce the following Black History Month events as part of the Athens Forever Bicentennial Series. Black History Month Lunch & Learn – “The Legacy […]
Athens State University’s STEM Learning Lab will be receiving vital technological upgrades thanks to a significant donation from Northrop Grumman. Their donation will allow for the purchase of a smart […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts is pleased to announce the opening of the 8th annual juried Festival of the Cranes Art Exhibit in the Center’s Walking Gallery on Wednesday, […]
A new partnership between Athens State University and Wallace State Community College will make it easier for individuals to pursue high-demand, high-paying jobs in Advanced Manufacturing Management and Logistics and […]
The “Frances C. Roberts: Her Life and Legacy” traveling exhibit will be making a stop at Athens State University’s Kares Library in January 2022. Dr. Frances Roberts (1916-2000) was an […]
Athens State University is pleased to announce a Special Engagement by Dan Tyminski presented by the Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention in conjunction with the Tennessee Valley Old Time […]
Athens State University is pleased to welcome Dr. Temple Grandin, Autism Self-Advocate and Animal Scientist, to campus for “An Evening with Temple Grandin” on January 13 at 7:00 pm in […]
Intelligent.com has ranked several Athens State degree programs from the College of Business among the best in their respective area nationwide. These included: Best Supply Chain Management Degree Programs – […]
Athens State University’s online Logistics and Supply Chain Management bachelor’s degree program has been named one of the best in the country, ranked #8 nationwide by Bachelor’s Degree Center for […]
The Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series, presented by WYTM Country, will continue on Thursday, January 20 at 7:00 pm with a performance by Kenny & Amanda Smith. The […]
Athens State University and the Huntsville Hospital System have finalized a Learning Partnership for all Huntsville Hospital Health System employees who wish to continue their education in the health field. […]
Athens State University is set to begin distributing Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund III (HEERF III) grant funds for the Fall semester. The distributions will account for 40% of the […]
On Thursday evening, October 28, a new Honor Society in Interdisciplinary Studies was begun through the Charter Induction of 15 new student members and 7 faculty and staff from Athens […]
A few months after becoming Athens State University’s new food service provider, Cheesecakes & More has announced its decision to change its name to Pryor Street Café and Bakery. The […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts is pleased to announce the opening of “Faces of Vietnam” in the Center’s Main Gallery on Monday, November 8. The exhibit was curated by […]
The Athens-Limestone County Tourism Association will be hosting the “Haints & Saints: Tales of History and the Unexplained from Athens State’s 200 Years Guided Tour” at Athens State University as […]
Athens State University will host its annual Veterans Day program on November 11 at 11:00 AM at the Alabama Veterans Museum in Athens, Alabama. This year’s program will feature veteran […]
The 2021-2022 Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series, sponsored by WYTM Country, is slated to kick off on Thursday, November 4, 2021 with a tribute to the Delmore Brothers […]
Five Athens State accounting students have been awarded scholarships from the Alabama Society of Certified Public Accountants (ASCPA) to be used on educational expenses during the 2021-2022 academic year. According to […]
The Athenian Players invite you to join them for their Fall 2021 performance of Log Cabin by Jordan Harrison. Described by TheatreMania as an examination of “our impulse to slam […]
The Athens State University Foundation and the Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention Steering Committee are pleased to announce the 2022 Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series line up, […]
Justin Branum from Murfreesboro, Tennessee was named “Alabama State Fiddle Champion” at the 54th annual Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention held at Athens State University on Saturday night. Branum […]
A class of 30 exemplary provosts will participate in the 2021 Academy for New Provosts (ANP), a leadership development program of the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU). ANP, now […]
The Better Business Bureau of North Alabama will host a free* community event on Saturday, October 16, 2021 from 9:00 AM – 12:00 Noon at Athens State University (enter from […]
Every year, the Athens Ladies Civitan Club awards a $500.00 scholarship to an Athens State student who is majoring in education with an emphasis on special or general education. The […]
We are pleased to announce that five Athens State Students have been chosen to receive scholarships from the Women’s Economic Development Council (WEDC). The recipients include: Alexis Bellman – Elementary […]
Athens State University has received the honor of being recognized by Tree Campus USA for the year 2020 by promoting healthy trees and engaging students and staff in forestry conservation […]
The 2021 Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention, presented by Aetos Systems, Inc., is just weeks away, which means Athens State University’s campus is soon to be bustling with all […]
Athens State University is pleased to welcome the following new faculty members to campus this fall. Dr. Jing Chen – Associate Professor of Computer Science Dr. Chen received her Ph.D. […]
Darin & Brooke Aldridge will be coming to Athens State University as part of the Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series. The concert will be held on Tuesday, September […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts is pleased to announce the opening of “Sustaining Dialogues: Two Painters” in the Center’s Main Gallery on September 9. The exhibit will feature 20 […]
As part of Athens State University’s Bicentennial “Athens Forever Series,” the University will be hosting Crossing Bows for the Championship: A History of Fiddling in America & Limestone County, Alabama […]
Athens State University has been selected to receive a $2,808,082 grant under the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund from the U.S. Department of Education. The purpose of the grant is […]
Athens State University is pleased to announce that Toni Carter will be joining the University as the Director of Kares Library. Carter is scheduled to begin her role on September […]
Athens State University is pleased to welcome Dr. Glenn Conner as the University’s new Director of External Relations & Alumni Affairs. Dr. Conner received his B.S. in Education at Athens […]
Athens State University is excited to announce that the following new programs have been approved by the Alabama Commission on Higher Education (ACHE) and will begin during the Fall 2021 […]
Athens State University’s Master of Science in Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management claimed the #2 spot on Best Value Schools’ list of the Top 20 Best Online Supply Chain […]
Athens State University’s Reading and Literacy Lab will be getting a much- needed upgrade thanks to a $25,000 donation from Listerhill Credit Union. Listerhill’s donation will allow for the purchase […]
Vaya Space and Athens State University have agreed to launch a smallsat that is now in development and is planned for placement into LEO in 2023. Additionally, they have formed […]
As part of the American Rescue Plan (ARP), Congress provided funding for the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF III). A portion of these funds were designated for emergency financial aid […]
Athens State University is pleased to announce a new learning partnership with VAYA Space, a hybrid rocket propulsion and SmallSat launch company leveraging advances in additive manufacturing to redefine the […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts is pleased to announce the opening of “Hidden Spaces: People and Places of Northwest Alabama” in the Center’s Main Gallery. The exhibit is a […]
The 2021 Helen Keller Art Show of Alabama is scheduled to open at the Alabama Center for the Arts on Thursday, July 8. The exhibit is a traveling juried art […]
The Athens State University Accounting Club, an Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) Student Chapter, has received the Gold Award of Excellence. The Athens State chapter was also recognized as an […]
Athens State University is pleased to announce that Cheesecakes & More will be coming to campus to serve as the University’s new food service provider. Slated to open in the […]
Athens State University recently celebrated the achievements of its top students during the 2021 Honors Convocation. Through much hard work and determination, these students excelled in their coursework and achieved […]
Computer Science Degree Search has included Athens State’s Computer Science degree program in the following 2021 Computer Science Degree Search rankings: Best Value Computer Information Systems Bachelor’s Degree Schools in […]
Business Degree Central has included Athens State’s Accounting Program in the following 2021 Business Degree Central rankings: Best Value Accounting Bachelor’s Degree Schools in Alabama – #1 Best Value Accounting […]
Students interested in becoming a force of change in their community while developing impactful leadership skills are encouraged to apply for the Bonner Leadership Program, a new fellowship program set […]
Athens State will launch a new Honors Program this fall with a mission to attract and provide honor students with an opportunity to be engaged in robust interdisciplinary academics and […]
After a temporary hiatus due to COVID-19, Athens State University will be offering students the opportunity to study abroad again in 2022. Students will have the ability to travel to […]
The Athens State University Board of Trustees approved a new, restructured tuition and fee schedule for the 2021-22 academic year at their meeting on Friday. The new schedule will now […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts is pleased to announce the opening of “Collective Imagination,” an art show featuring works from the Alabama Center for the Arts’ full-time visual and […]
Athens State is excited to announce that the following new programs have been approved by the Alabama Commission on Higher Education (ACHE) and will be coming to the University for […]
Athens State University has earned a Military Friendly® Spouse School Designation for 2021-2022 from Military Friendly®. Since 2009, the Military Spouse Friendly® Schools list has been a reliable resource for […]
Grad Degree Search has included Athens State University in several of their rankings for Best Value Teacher Education Subject Specific Master’s Degree Programs and Schools. The University’s Career & Technical […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts is pleased to announce the opening of the Junior Duck Stamp Show on Wednesday, May 5. The Junior Duck Stamp Program is a youth […]
Athens State University has been awarded a $649,828 National Science Foundation (NSF) grant to increase STEM degree completion of low-income, high-achieving undergraduates with demonstrated financial need. With the funds, the […]
After taking a year off due to COVID-19, Athens State University is preparing to welcome old time music lovers of all ages to campus again this fall for the 2021 […]
Athens State University has been included in College Cliffs’s Top 20 Accredited Colleges of Religion for its Bachelor of Religion degree program and Master of Religious Studies degree program. The […]
Athens State University’s Master of Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management tied for the #1 spot in the nation on Best Value Schools’ list of the Top 20 Best Online […]
Intelligent.com has ranked several Athens State degree programs from the College of Business among the best in their respective area nationwide. These included: Best Supply Chain Management Degree Programs – […]
Athens State University is pleased to announce that Dr. Catherine Wehlburg will be joining the University as Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs. She was selected after a nearly year-long nationwide […]
The Athenian Players invite you to join them for their Spring 2021 performance of Love’s Fire: Seven Plays Inspired by Seven Shakespeare Sonnets, featuring original works by Eric Bogosian, William […]
Two leaders from Athens State University, Mr. Richard Collie and Dr. Lionel O. Wright, will participate in the 2021 EAB Rising Higher Education Leaders Fellowship. This select group of leaders […]
Dr. Ron Fritze’s book “Egyptomania” was recently released in a paperback version. Published by University of Chicago Press (America) and Reaktion Books of London (UK), the book has received rave […]
Nickie Little, Athens State University Early Childhood Education student, has been selected to represent Athens State on the Student Alabama Education Association (SAEA) Board of Directors. She was elected as […]
Athens State University and Motlow State Community College have finalized a Pathways Agreement for Health Science students. This new agreement offers Motlow State students the opportunity to earn an Associate […]
Athens State University has earned a Military Friendly® School designation for 2021-2022 from Military Friendly®. The 747 schools nationwide included on this list provide the best higher education opportunities for […]
This March, the Alabama Center for the Arts is celebrating Youth Art Month, a yearly showcase of talent in the visual arts. The Annual Showcase of Young Talent features 106 […]
Athens State is pleased to announce that Dr. Mark Durm has been given Professor Emeritus status. Dr. Durm served as a member of Athens State University’s faculty for 38 years […]
Beginning in Fall 2021, Athens State University will offer students the opportunity to obtain a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Art. The BFA degree is for students who are serious about […]
Athens State University’s Director of Student Financial Aid, Mitchell Bazzel, has earned the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators’ (NASFAA) Financial Aid Administration Certification (FAAC). This certification indicates that […]
Athens State University has been ranked #1 in Best Other Business, Management, and Marketing Schools in Alabama by BusinessDegreeCentral.com. The University is the only school that has a program ranked […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts is pleased to announce the opening of “Convalescence,” a collection of paintings by Jane Philips. Philips describes the exhibit as a collection that “catalogues […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts is pleased to announce the opening of the 7th annual juried Festival of the Cranes Exhibit in the Center’s Walking Gallery. The show will […]
The National College Testing Association (NCTA) has awarded recertification to the Athens State University Testing Center. NCTA certification is based on a review of professional testing practices including testing integrity, […]
Athens State University recently signed a Co-Op Agreement with Calhoun Community College, Alabama A&M University, The University of Alabama in Huntsville, and the University of North Alabama that will allow […]
After an extensive, nationwide search that produced a number of highly-qualified candidates, Athens State University has appointed Dr. Richard Barth as Assistant Vice President for Enrollment Management. Barth, who currently […]
Athens State University is pleased to welcome Dr. Robert Torregrosa to campus as its new Assistant Professor of Chemistry. He received his Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of Kansas […]
Athens State University is pleased to welcome Andrew Dollar as the new Director of the Center for Lifelong Learning. He assumed this position on September 1, 2020. A native of […]