Category: Athens State News
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Carter Hall Addition and Renovation Project Approved
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 serve as a vibrant hub for both campus and community life, offering flexible spaces for academic programs, public events, and collaborative engagement. This revitalized facility…
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Athenian Giving Day 2025
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 financial support to students and campus initiatives. This year’s goal is to raise $50,000 in 24 hours. The Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention will…
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Cedrick Nkulu Named New Chief Information Officer
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, an institution renowned for its unwavering commitment to a student-centric vision and deep-rooted dedication to community engagement,” said Nkulu. “I look forward to collaborating with…
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“The Art of Decatur Theatre: Big Blue World” Exhibit Now Open
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 exhibit is featured in the Center’s Main Gallery. An artist’s reception with Sybert and the DreamWeavers Board will be held on Saturday, July 26…
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2025 Summer Writing & Arts Summit Scheduled for June 26-27
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 interested in the creative arts and for those who are interested in learning a craft or developing their skill. On Thursday, June 26, the Summit…
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2025 Fiddlers Concert Series Continues with The Kody Norris Show
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 pm. The concert will be held at Athens State University in McCandless Hall. Whatever you do, don’t call The Kody Norris Show ‘retro.’ While the…
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Athens State to Host Annual Flag Day Celebration
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 nation’s armed forces, past and present. Thomas P. Veitch will be this year’s guest speaker. The Limestone County Veterans Honor Guard will present the colors,…
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IMA Muscle Shoals Chapter Distinguished Accounting Scholarship
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 and engagement through our active IMA student chapter (the Accounting Club). This meaningful investment was made possible through the longtime service of faculty members Dr.…
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Town Hall Discusses Future, Renovations of Carter Hall
Athens State University held a Town Hall meeting on Tuesday, May 20 at 8:00 am in Carter Hall to discuss proposed renovations to the facility. The meeting was well-attended by local officials and community members and included a presentation of the architectural plans for the renovation, followed by a question-and-answer session. As Athens and Limestone…
