Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts at APSU

08/15/2026

A remarkable connection between two sculptures and their respective collections.

The APSU Art Collection is honored to hold three sculptures by William Edmondson, including “Eagle”. The rendition of the “Eagle” is currently on view at the Art Institute of Chicago in the “Self, Made: Fourteen Modern Artists from the Richard and Ellen Sandor Family Collection” exhibition, on view until November 9, 2026.

Edmondson's work stands as one of the main pillars of APSU’s Folk Collection, alongside another notable work by Enoch Tanner Wickham.

Thank you to the Art Institute of Chicago for celebrating Edmondson's enduring legacy. Please visit the exhibition, or, if you are in Clarksville, TN, come explore the other works by William Edmondson on the second floor of the Art + Design Building on the APSU campus.

Images:
William Edmondson - "Eagle"
Gift of Dr. Joe Trahern and Family (2010)
© APSU. Archive photo
Enoch Tanner Wickham (E.T.) - “Two Sleeping Dogs”
© APSU. Archive photo
: William Edmondson. "Eagle," 1940s. Gift of Richard and Ellen Sandor. © The Art Institute of Chicago. Photo by Joe Tallarico, The Art Institute of Chicago

08/15/2026

The deadline is almost here!

There are only a few days left to apply for the New Gallery Artist-in-Residence at Austin Peay State University.

Do not miss this opportunity to develop new work, engage with our campus community, and culminate your residency with a solo exhibition at the New Gallery.

The application deadline is just around the corner.

Scan the QR code on the poster for details and apply today.

08/15/2026

The Department of Art + Design and The New Gallery, with the support of the Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts, are thrilled to announce that renowned director Tim Johnson will join the Visiting Artist Lecture Series in the upcoming 2026–27 academic year.

Generously sharing his time with our students and community, Tim will speak virtually about his creative practice, career, and experience as a director. Tim is best known for his long and fruitful career at DreamWorks as a director of animated features such as “Antz” and “Over the Hedge.”

We are especially delighted to see Tim wearing an APSU Art + Design T-shirt while holding an original collage created by recent APSU Art + Design program graduate Lily Goodowens. Tim declared, “Kapow! Mind. Blown. Her work is beyond lovely. It really moved me, seeing her adorable interpretations of all those familiar characters. I am truly grateful.”

We can’t wait to share more about this exciting virtual event. Stay tuned for further details!

Photo: Provided by Tim Johnson

04/15/2026

04/01/2026

Big dreams deserve a little extra support ✨

CECA’s Transformative Student Experience Grants are officially OPEN—but only until April 11! Whether you're planning something bold, creative, or completely outside the box, this is your chance to make it happen.

Apply now—link in bio!

03/16/2026

10/21/2025

10/21/2025

One week from today! Mark your calendars!

Department of Music, Austin Peay State University
Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts at APSU

10/17/2025

Mark your calendars! We are looking forward to this concert with Andy Harnsberger and Caitlin Jones in a few weeks. We are so lucky to have the Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts here at Austin Peay to support such great concerts!
Department of Music, Austin Peay State University

09/13/2025