Athens State News

Summer Writing Summit

WHERE WILL THE SUMMIT TAKE PLACE? June 26– on the campus of Athens State University in Athens, AL June 27–at the Alabama Center for the Arts in Decatur, AL WHAT […]

Thanksgiving Break (No Classes, Campus Closed)

Thanksgiving Break (No Classes, Campus Open)

Spring 2024 Registration Begins

58th Annual Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention

Athens State University Honors Students for Summer 2024 Semester

Athens State University is delighted to honor the students who have been named to the President’s List and Dean’s List for the Summer 2024 semester. Through much hard work and […]

Athens State University Honors Students for Spring 2024 Semester

Athens State University is delighted to honor the students who have been named to the President’s List and Dean’s List for the Spring 2024 semester. Through much hard work and […]

Summer Writing Summit

Join us for the 2nd Annual Summer Writing Summit, a two-day event for faculty, staff, students and community! This year local authors will facilitate sessions on: writing poetry beating writer’s […]

Applications Now Open for New Residence Hall

Dateline: April 29, 2024, Decatur, AL – The Alabama Center for the Arts is now accepting applications for its new residence hall, which is slated to open this fall. The […]

Athens State University Moves One Step Closer in Selecting Next President

The Athens State University Board of Trustees has authorized Senator Arthur Orr, Board Chair, to engage in contractual negotiations with Dr. Catherine Wehlburg for the role of President at Athens […]

Spring Career Fair

Athens State University Honors Students for Fall 2023 Semester

Athens State University is delighted to honor the students who have been named to the President’s List and Dean’s List for the Fall 2023 semester. Through much hard work and […]

Athens State University Honors Students for Summer 2023 Semester

Athens State University is delighted to honor the students who have been named to the President’s List and Dean’s List for the Summer 2023 semester. Through much hard work and […]

September 11th – AL Veterans Honor and Remembrance

Please join us on Monday, September 11 at 9:00 a.m. for a moment of silence to honor & remember September 11, 2001, and the one hundred and forty-three Alabama Veterans […]

College Colors Day Proclamation Celebrates Alabama’s Public Universities

Dateline: August 31, 2023 – On August 24, Governor Kay Ivey delivered a proclamation to officially recognize September 1, 2023, as the day to celebrate Alabama’s public universities with College […]

Athens State Accepted as Member of Alpha Sigma Lambda Honor Society

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 […]

Lunch & Learn: “Goal Setting”

In this course, Joidon Jennings shares strategic, analytical steps to help you identify your top personal goals and dissect the truth behind the fears preventing you from achieving them. We […]

2023 Fiddlers Concert Series Concludes with Larry Sparks & the Lonesome Ramblers

Dateline: August 22, 2023 – The 2023 Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series will conclude on Thursday, September 28 at 7:00 pm with a performance by Larry Sparks & […]

Alumni Association to Host Fiddlers 5K and Kids Fun Run

Dateline: August 18, 2023 – The Athens State University Alumni Association will be hosting its inaugural Fiddlers 5K and Kids Fun Run on September 30 at 7:00 am. The race […]

2023 Fiddlers Convention Set For October 4-7

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 […]

Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce Partners With Athens State University as First Chamber Learning Partner, Benefiting All Chamber Members

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 […]

Athens State Kicks Off Fall Semester and Welcomes Seven New Faculty Members

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 […]

Positioning Your Best Self for Success in the Workplace

Join us for an interactive panel discussion on: Positioning Your Best Self for Success in the Workplace SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 11 AM – 1 PM Center for Lifelong Learning Hosted […]

Helen Keller Art Show of Alabama to Open July 13

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 Honors Students for Spring 2023 Semester

Athens State University is delighted to honor the students who have been named to the President’s List and Dean’s List for the Spring 2023 semester. Through much hard work and […]

32nd Annual Alumni Golf Classic Scheduled for September 21

The 32nd Annual Athens State University Alumni Golf Classic is scheduled for Thursday, September 21 at Canebrake Club in Athens. Check-in will begin at 10:30 am and lunch will be […]

2023 Fiddlers Concert Series Continues with Blue Highway

The Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series will continue on Thursday, July 13 at 7:00 pm with a performance by Blue Highway. The concert will be held at Athens […]

ACHE Approves Two New Master’s Degree Programs

Athens State is pleased to announce that the Alabama Commission on Higher Education (ACHE) has approved two new Master’s degree programs: Master of Fine Arts in Integrative Design and Master […]

Athens State signs MOU with Wallace State

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 […]

Airfest

The Pryor Field Airport Authority is excited to announce the first-ever North Alabama Airfest! Mark your calendars and join us for a weekend full of activities for the entire family. […]

The New Normal: A Cultural Climate Workshop

The Power of Inclusive Leadership – A Diversity & Inclusion Workshop

Summer Writing Summit

The Summer Writing Summit is a 2-day conference for faculty, staff, and students with concurrent workshops to help with creative and academic writing. ON DAY ONE: presenters will provide students […]

Summer Writing Summit

The Summer Writing Summit is a 2-day conference for faculty, staff, and students with concurrent workshops to help with creative and academic writing. ON DAY ONE: presenters will provide students […]

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Appointment Required and can be scheduled here: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?order=DATE&range=10&zipSponsor=35611

Occupational Health and Safety Management Degree Becomes GSP Qualified Academic Program

Athens State University’s Bachelor of Science in Occupational Health and Safety Management has been reviewed by the Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP) and approved as a Graduate Safety Practitioner® […]

2023 Giving Day

Athenian Giving Day was established for students, alumni, friends, and the community to unite and make a difference for Athens State University. Donors are welcome to designate their gifts to […]

Accounting Club Receives 2023 Gold Award of Excellence

The Athens State University Accounting Club, an Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) Student Chapter, has received the Gold Award of Excellence. The Gold Award includes a certificate and $500 monetary […]

Athens State enters learning partnership with Alabama Farmers Cooperative

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 […]

Athens State’s BSN program receives CCNE Accreditation

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, […]

Athens State Announces 2023 Summer Camps

Nurture your child’s interests this summer with a summer camp at Athens State’s Center for Lifelong Learning! Week-long camps in themes ranging from writing, to fitness, to theater, and space […]

Flag Day Celebration

Athens State’s annual Flag Day Ceremony and cookout is scheduled for Wednesday, June 14 at 12:00 pm in the Sandridge Student Center Ballroom. The event honors the United States flag […]

Athens State to host Flag Day Celebration

Athens State’s annual Flag Day Ceremony and cookout is scheduled for Wednesday, June 14 at 12:00 pm in the Sandridge Student Center Ballroom. The event honors the United States flag […]

Theater Camp with Footlights (10-15 years old)

This Intro to Improv class is the perfect choice for beginner improvisers of all ages and skill levels! Together we will work to build confidence, stretch our imaginations, and establish […]

Just Write! Creative Writing Camp (12-15 years old)

Campers will engage in fun and creative writing activities led by Athens State University students currently studying to become Alabama’s next generation of English teachers! Topics will include visual storytelling, world building, poetry, and […]

Footlights Movie Night – Ferris Bueller’s Day Off

All faculty and staff are cordially invited to attend and help us celebrate the comeback of the Footlights Community Theater!!

SCALE Symposium

“Supporting Continuous Adult Learner Engagement” Sponsored by ACHE as part of (Re)Engage Alabama, Athens State University invites you to attend the Inaugural SCALE Conference focusing on Supporting Continuous Adult Learner […]

Lost in Space with STEAM Roller (8-12 years old)

Campers will have an overview of a wide variety of space age topics including how small satellites work and satellite tracking, optical and radio astronomy, rocketry (build your own model […]

Fun & Fitness: Get Out, Get Moving! (6-12 years old)

Wind down and listen to your body! Campers will use strategy, teambuilding, and creativity as they take on challenges and obstacles to teach them more about the amazing human body, […]

STEAM Champ Camp: Navigators (6-12 years old)

Join the Center for Lifelong Learning and teacher candidates from the College of Education for an exciting week of STEAM-focused activities. Students will be grouped by age and will spend […]

STEAM Champ Camp: Explorers (6-12 years old)

Join the Center for Lifelong Learning and teacher candidates from the College of Education for an exciting week of STEAM-focused activities. Students will be grouped by age and will spend […]

Get Your Game On: Olympiad Explorers (6-12 years old)

Camp Olympiad will give campers insight into the history of the Olympic Trials all while having the opportunity to test their athletic abilities. This camp will include sports, leadership, fitness, […]

Launchbox: Virtual Incubator Training Program

Are you an aspiring entrepreneur needing training on launching a business? The LaunchBox invites you to participate in our Virtual Incubator. This 10-week training program teaches how to ask the […]

Leadership Development Training for Business Owners

Need some training on managing your small business? The LaunchBox invites you to become a member of our Leadership Development Program. This 10-week training program is designed specifically for rural […]

Athens State and Calhoun Community College Establish Fast-Track BSN Program

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 graduate Carrie Trousdale became nurse to show compassion

Her mother’s illness inspired Carrie Trousdale to pursue a nursing degree at Athens State University and go into the medical field, determined to be a nurse who shows her patients […]

Athens State Ranked by OnlineU in Several “Most Affordable” Categories

OnlineU has ranked Athens State among the most affordable colleges and degree programs in the country in the following categories: As an upper-division institution that serves non-traditional students, affordability is […]

The Athenian Players to present “The Rocket Men” by Crystal Skillman

In the first-ever play commissioned by the Alabama Center for the Arts, acclaimed NYC playwright, Crystal Skillman explores the German Rocket Team that was instrumental in the development of the […]

Staff Appreciation Luncheon

Join us for the annual Staff Appreciation Luncheon! Guest Speaker: Donna Coleman  |  Presentation of the 2023 ‘Booty’ Outstanding Staff Member Award

Earth Day & Outdoor Expo

Athens State Appoints Dr. Troy Adair Dean of College of Business

Dr. Troy Adair has been named Dean for the College of Business at Athens State University. He will begin his deanship on July 1, 2023. Dr. Adair received his Bachelor’s […]

Fall 2023 Commencement Ceremonies

Thanksgiving Break (No Classes, Campus Closed)

Thanksgiving Break (No Classes, Campus Open)

Last Day to Apply for Fall 2023 Graduation

Spring 2023 Registration Begins

Spring 2024 Schedule Available to View Online

Labor Day (Campus Closed)

Last Day to Withdraw

For 1st Half Term

Last Day to Withdraw

For Full Term and 2nd Half Term

2nd Half Term Begins

Opt-Out Deadline for Access Athens

For Full Term and 1st Half Term

Opt-Out Deadline for Access Athens

For 2nd Half Term

1st Half Term Ends

Last Day to Drop

Last Day to drop classes and receive a 100% refund (Fall ’23 2nd Half Term)

Last Day to Drop

Last Day to drop classes and receive a 100% refund (Full Term and 1st Half Term)

Final Exams

For 1st Half Term

Final Exams

For Full Term and 2nd Half Term

Fall 2023 Second Term Begins

Fall 2023 Semester Begins

Fall ’23 Semester and 1st Full Term begins

Payment Due

For 2nd Half Term

Payment Due

For Full Term and 1st Half Term

Summer 2023 Commencement Ceremony

Last Day to Apply for Summer 2023 Graduation

Independence Day Holiday (Campus Closed)

Juneteenth Holiday (Campus Closed)

Memorial Day Holiday (Campus Closed)

Last Day to Withdraw – 1st Half Term

Last Day to Withdraw – Full Term

Last Day to Withdraw – 2nd Half Term

2nd Half Term Begins

Opt-Out Deadline for Access Athens

For Summer ’23 Full Term and 1st Half Term

Opt-Out Deadline for Access Athens

For 2nd Half Term

1st Half Term Ends

Last Day to Drop

Last Day to drop classes and receive a 100% refund (Summer ’23 2nd Half Term)

Last Day to Drop

Last Day to drop classes and receive a 100% refund (Full Term and 1st Half Term)

Payment Due

For Summer ’23 Full Term, 1st Half Term and 2nd Half Term

Final Exams

For 1st Half Term

Final Exams

For Full Term and 2nd Half Term

Summer 2023 Second Term Begins

Summer 2023 Semester Begins

Athens State Enters New Learning Partnerships

Athens State University is pleased to announce new learning partnerships with LSINC, COLSA, Farmers Telecommunications Cooperative, ASRC Federal, and Morgan County. The learning partnerships are designed to assist the employees […]

Debt & Long-Term Planning – A Financial Literacy Workshop

We would like to welcome you to attend our Lunch & Learn webinar on Debt & Long-Term Planning hosted by the Student Success Center and presented by Dr. Ryan Davis.

Athens State Community Band Spring Concert

Athens State Student Publishes Research Paper

Athens State biology and honors student, Evan Marth, published a paper in Gulf and Caribbean Research, a peer-reviewed, open-access journal. This paper is the result of Marth’s summer Research Experience […]

Athens State University Ranks in Top 3 Most Affordable Master’s in Business Analytics Online

Athens State University has recently been named one of the top three most affordable online programs for a master’s in business analytics by GetEducated. Seventy-seven online master’s in business analytics […]

Athens State Awarded $2 Million UTeach Grant to Prepare STEM Educators in Alabama

Athens State University’s College of Education and College of Arts and Sciences are preparing for their newest program, Athens State Teach, made possible by the $2 million UTeach grant from […]

ASM Open House at Pryor Field

Personal Branding: Creating Your Personal Brand & Why It’s Important

WEBINAR The session is free and open to the public.

Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention Announces 2023 Entertainment Lineup

Athens State University will be welcoming old time music lovers of all ages to campus from October 5-7, 2023 for the 56th annual Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention, presented […]

Celebratory ATHENS FOREVER Gala held at Athens State University

Athens State University welcomed donors, alumni and friends of the University for the ATHENS FOREVER Gala on Saturday, February 25, to celebrate the record-breaking results of the ATHENS FOREVER Bicentennial […]

Religious Studies Program Ranks Among Top Online Master’s Degrees in 2023

Athens State has been ranked as one of the nation’s best online master’s degree programs in Religious Studies. Just six percent of regionally accredited postsecondary institutions earned a ranking position. […]

Alabama Center for the Arts Celebrates Youth Art Month

The Alabama Center for the Arts (ACA) annual Youth Art Month celebration is underway. The Annual Showcase of young talent features 116 pieces of art divided into Early Elementary, Elementary, […]

Athens State Student Receives National Recognition

Amy Loyd, a current student in the College of Education at Athens State, has received national recognition for her in-home childcare program, Smarty Britches. The National Association for Family Child […]

Dr. Katherine Kandalec Holm Appointed Interim Dean of the College of Education

Dr. Katherine Kandalec Holm was recently named Interim Dean for the College of Education at Athens State University. Dr. Kandalec Holm began her new role on Monday, February 6, 2023. […]

Athens State Accounting Club Valentine’s Day Project

One of the best things about Athens State is the campus community, which is described time and time again as a “family atmosphere” where everyone genuinely cares. The high-quality academic […]

International Women’s Day Breakfast

Please join us as we celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8, 2023, at Athens State University! International Women’s Day (March 8th) is a global day of celebrating the social, […]

Athens State Student Serves the Community through Bonner Leader Program

In 2021 Athens State adopted the Bonner Leader Program, an initiative that places students at non-profit organizations in North and Central Alabama. When a student is selected for the Bonner […]

Athens State Welcomes Jonathan Blanchard for Black History Month Workshop and Concert

Soul singer Jonathan Blanchard will be coming to Athens State University to headline a workshop and concert as the University celebrates Black History Month. The workshop portion is titled “How […]

Information Session for Education Majors

This session is for newly admitted Education students who are in programs seeking certification. This session is designed to help answer any questions regarding requirements specific to the College of […]

Information Session for Education Majors

This session is for newly admitted Education students who are in programs seeking certification. This session is designed to help answer any questions regarding requirements specific to the College of […]

Information Session for Education Majors

This session is for newly admitted Education students who are in programs seeking certification. This session is designed to help answer any questions regarding requirements specific to the College of […]

Information Session for Education Majors

This session is for newly admitted Education students who are in programs seeking certification. This session is designed to help answer any questions regarding requirements specific to the College of […]

Athens State University Honors Students for Fall 2022 Semester

Dateline: February 2, 2023, Athens, AL – Athens State University is delighted to honor the students who have been named to the President’s List and Dean’s List for the Fall […]

Athens State Celebrates Northrop Grumman STEM Learning Lab Ribbon Cutting

On Thursday, January 26, 2023, Athens State University hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony with the Greater Limestone County Chamber of Commerce to celebrate the opening of the Northrop Grumman Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Learning Lab on its campus.

Vartanian Named Interim Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

Dr. Lee Vartanian has been named Interim Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs.

Athens State University Ranking in Best Online Human Resources Degree Programs by Intelligent.com

Intelligent.com, a trusted source for program rankings and higher education planning, has included Athens State University to its list of the Best Online Human Resources Degree Programs in 2023.

Athens State to Host Celebratory Athens Forever Gala

To celebrate the success of the Athens Forever Bicentennial Campaign, Athens State University will be hosting the Athens Forever Gala on Saturday, February 25.

Dr. Catherine Wehlburg Named Interim President

The Athens State University Board of Trustees has appointed Dr. Catherine Wehlburg as Interim President. Wehlburg, previously serving as Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, was named Acting President […]

Lunch & Learn: Multi-Gen Workplace

Topic: Thriving in a Multi-Generational Workplace Description: Please join us as we welcome Dr. Darrell Ezell for an exploration on how to exercise cultural awareness and competence in key environments. […]

Morgan-Chavers Appointed to NAEYC Commission

Mr. Travis Morgan-Chavers, Instructor of Early Childhood Education within Athens State University’s College of Education, was recently invited to serve on the National Association for the Education of Young Children […]

Campus Opens

Campus Closed for Holidays

Payment Due

For Full Term, 1st Half Term and 2nd Half Term

Opt-Out Deadline for Access Athens

For 2nd Full Term

2nd Half Term Begins

1st Half Term Ends

Last Day to Drop – 2nd Half Term

Last Day to drop classes and receive a 100% refund

Summer 2023/Fall 2023 Schedule Available to View Online

Spring 2023 Commencement Ceremonies

9:00 AM: College of Business 12:00 PM: College of Education 3:00 PM: College of Arts & Sciences

Summer 2023/Fall 2023 Registration Begins

Spring Break

No Classes, Campus Closed

Spring Break

No Classes, Campus Open

Martin Luther King Day

Campus Closed

Final Exams for 1st Half Term

For Full Term and 2nd Half Term

Final Exams

For Full Term and 2nd Half Term

Last Day to Withdraw – 2nd Half Term

Last Day to Withdraw – 1st Half Term

Last Day to Withdraw – Full Term

Opt-Out Deadline for Access Athens

Full Term and 1st Full Term

Last Day to Drop

Last Day to drop classes and receive a 100% refund (Full Term and 1st Half Term)

Spring 2023 Semester Begins

Larry Sparks & the Lonesome Ramblers

Larry Sparks is a dedicated leader for bluegrass music. Larry is among the most widely known and respected touring musicians in bluegrass and gospel music today. He began his career […]

Blue Highway

In 2023, the highly-esteemed Blue Highway celebrates 29 years of touring, with four of the original members still intact. The band has earned a collective 32 IBMA Awards, six SPBGMA […]

Volume Five

Volume Five continues to demonstrate their unique sound and various styles of bluegrass that has earned them critical acclaim from media, radio, fans, and their peers.  Their latest release, For Those Who […]

Wanda Vick & Friends

Once called the “Jill of all strings” by People Magazine, multi-instrumentalist Wanda Vick (Burchfield) has been living the musician’s dream since the 1980s in Nashville. A sought-after studio musician, she […]

Russell Moore & IIIrd Tyme Out with Special Guest, the Becky Buller Band

For over 30 years, Russell Moore & IIIrd Tyme Out have been touring and releasing great, original bluegrass music. After spending a handful of formative years as a member of […]

56th Annual Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention

Scholarship Reception and Alumni Awards

International Women’s Day Event

Athens Forever Gala

Cocktail social at 5:30 pm Dinner begins at 6:30 pm

Alumni Mixer

Investing – A Financial Literacy Workshop

Investing – A Financial Literacy Workshop Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_TzczJEjiQ_KcOyYCbnZx6g Description: Please join us as we welcome Dr. Ryan Davis for a discussion on investing. This session is free and open […]

Huntsville Hospital partners with Athens State University to train more nurses

A new partnership between Athens State University and Huntsville Hospital could help combat the nursing shortage. It started Friday, when the president of Huntsville Hospital and the president of Athens […]

College of Business Commencement

The Fall 2022 Convocation of the 200th Commencement Ceremony will be held on Saturday, December 3, 2022.

College of Arts and Sciences Commencement

The Fall 2022 Convocation of the 200th Commencement Ceremony will be held on Saturday, December 3, 2022.

College of Education Commencement

The Fall 2022 Convocation of the 200th Commencement Ceremony will be held on Saturday, December 3, 2022.

Information Session for Education Majors

This session is for newly admitted Education students who are in programs seeking certification. This session is designed to help answer any questions regarding requirements specific to the College of […]

Information Session for Education Majors

This session is for newly admitted Education students who are in programs seeking certification. This session is designed to help answer any questions regarding requirements specific to the College of […]

More students in Athens State’s new program for nursing bachelor’s degrees

Amberly Taylor fell in love with caring for others as a child, and it led to her becoming a nurse and the first person in her family to attend college.

Mock Interview Day

Wishing you could practice your interview skills with industry professionals?? Now is your chance! Athens State Career Development Center will be hosting a Mock Interview Day on November 10th. We […]

Veterans Day Program

Join Athens State and the Alabama Veterans Museum as we welcome Michael Durant, former Blackhawk pilot and prisoner of war.

Athens State Preview: Night Session

Athens State Preview: Day Session

Lunch & Learn: Inflation: When Will It Stop?

Inflation: When Will It Stop? – A Cultural Climate Topic Sept. 21, 11:30 am to 12:30 pm Featuring: Dr. Ryan Davis, Professor of Finance

Lunch & Learn: What’s Hair Got to Do with It? Diversity, Equity, Inclusion

What’s Hair Got to Do with It? Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Sept. 8, 2022, from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm Featuring: Law Professor Wendy Greene, Drexel University Law School One of […]

Career Week – Polyplex Hiring Event

Cap off the week with Polyplex for a Hiring Event at Athens State University located in Sandridge Hall Ballroom from 5:30 – 7:30 pm! Polyplex is actively hiring for the […]

Career Week – What’s the Plan?

Wondering how to gain experience that will help you land that dream job after college? Join Dr. Elizabeth Bowden for “What’s the Plan?” on Sept. 14th at 5:30 pm via […]

Career Week – The Art of Networking!

On Sept. 13th Dr. Michael Radden will teach you “The Art of Networking!” this workshop begins at 5:30 pm via Zoom.

Career Week – Resume Rescue

Kick-off Career Week by dusting off that resume draft! Emerald Simmons is hosting “Resume Rescue” on Sept 12th via Zoom at 5:30 pm.

Dr. C. David Ragsdale Selected as Dean of College of Arts & Sciences

Athens State University is pleased to announce that Dr. C. David Ragsdale will become the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, effective August 12, 2022. “We welcome Dr. […]

Lunch & Learn: “Budgeting – A Financial Literacy Workshop”

We are hosting a Lunch & Learn webinar titled “Budgeting – A Financial Literacy Workshop”.  

Customs & Border Protection Agency Info Session

Interested in a career with the Customs and Border Protection Agency? Join the U.S. Department of Homeland Security for a virtual information session on June 9th At 1:30 PM!! Currently […]

Federal Resume Workshop

Want to work for the federal government? Interested in contracting? Worried you’re missing items when applying for positions on USAJOBS? Don’t miss out on an exclusive opportunity to learn how […]

New Exhibits at the Alabama Center for the Arts

The Alabama Center for the Arts is pleased to announce the opening of two new exhibits this month: “Celebrating the Life, Art, and Spirit of Guy McClure, Jr.,” featuring works […]

Lunch & Learn: Financial Literacy

Dr. Ryan Davis will be joining us for a financial literacy presentation focusing on debt and long-term planning. The presentation is open for all students, faculty, staff, and community members. […]

Lunch & Learn: Stress Management

Dr. Patricia Matuszek will be joining us for a presentation on stress management. The presentation is open to all students, faculty, staff, and community members. Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_n6m-st5wTOmLbN1J7Cpgyw The contents […]

Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention

An Evening with Sean of the South featuring Sean Dietrich

Tickets will go on sale mid-summer. More information coming soon!

Bicentennial Review of Athens State’s History

Dr. Robert Burkhardt will share his findings and present an updated history of Athens State University during this Lunch & Learn event. In “Highlights from 200 Years of Athens State […]

Methodist Church & Southern Colleges Lunch & Learn featuring Dr. Lovett H. Weems, Jr.

Join us for “The Common Good — A Timeless Measure of Faith & Education,” a Lunch & Learn featuring Dr. Lovett H. Weems, Jr. This event is part of the […]

Jillian Gardner Organ Recital

Join us for a special recital by Jillian Gardner on the historic McCandless Hall organ as part of the “Athens Forever” Bicentennial Series! The performance will take place on June […]

Graduate New Student Information Session

This session is for newly admitted students to help them get started at Athens State. You must be an admitted student and will be required to log into your MyAthens […]

New Student Information Sessions

This session is for newly admitted students to help them get started at Athens State. You must be an admitted student and will be required to log into your MyAthens […]

New Student Information Sessions

This session is for newly admitted students to help them get started at Athens State. You must be an admitted student and will be required to log into your MyAthens […]

New Student Information Sessions

This session is for newly admitted students to help them get started at Athens State. You must be an admitted student and will be required to log into your MyAthens […]

New Student Information Sessions

This session is for newly admitted students to help them get started at Athens State. You must be an admitted student and will be required to log into your MyAthens […]

New Student Information Sessions

This session is for newly admitted students to help them get started at Athens State. You must be an admitted student and will be required to log into your MyAthens […]

Athenian Players Present: Lady Windermere’s Fan

‘My own business always bores me to death; I prefer other people’s’ Lady Windermere has a happy marriage – or, at least, that’s what she believes until one of London […]

Athenian Players Present: Lady Windermere’s Fan

‘My own business always bores me to death; I prefer other people’s’ Lady Windermere has a happy marriage – or, at least, that’s what she believes until one of London […]

Athenian Players Present: Lady Windermere’s Fan

‘My own business always bores me to death; I prefer other people’s’ Lady Windermere has a happy marriage – or, at least, that’s what she believes until one of London […]

The History of Rock & Roll

Presented by Chris Vrenna and Waymon E. Burke RSVP by April 13: tanja.mitchell@calhoun.edu

Earth Day and Outdoor EXPO

Keep Athens-Limestone Beautiful’s annual event is FREE and open to the public! Most events will take place in Carter Gymnasium; signage will be placed to point you to the various […]

CONNECTED: Network Mix and Mingle

A part of CONNECTED: Providing Career Opportunities Through Diversity & Inclusion Complimentary beer, wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served

CONNECTED: DE&I Panel Discussion

A part of CONNECTED: Providing Career Opportunities Through Diversity & Inclusion Join us for an exclusive opportunity to learn about local employers and their diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.

CONNECTED: High School Student Career Development Event

Keynote Speaker, Mrs. Melva Tate ‐ “Your Next—Planning Career Success in a Global Society” We live and work in a world where we are connected with other people – socially, […]

Stress, Coping Skills & Self-Care Webinar

  Bre Newell is the Sexual Assault Prevention Educator at Crisis Services of North Alabama. She has been involved with CSNA since early 2021. In her time there, she has […]

STEM Seminar Series: Effects of Habitat Alteration on Amphibians

“50 Year Club” at Graduation Ceremony

More details to come.

Graduate Student Information Session

This session is for newly admitted graduate students to help them you get started at Athens State. You must be an admitted student and will be required to log into […]

Graduate Student Information Session

This session is for newly admitted graduate students to help them you get started at Athens State. You must be an admitted student and will be required to log into […]

New Student Information Session

This session is for newly admitted students to help them you get started at Athens State. You must be an admitted student and will be required to log into your […]

New Student Information Session

This session is for newly admitted students to help you get started at Athens State. You must be an admitted student and will be required to log into your MyAthens […]

New Student Information Session

This session is for newly admitted students to help them you get started at Athens State. You must be an admitted student and will be required to log into your […]

New Student Information Session

This session is for newly admitted students to help you get started at Athens State. You must be an admitted student and will be required to log into your MyAthens […]

“Ain’t I A Woman!” Lunch & Learn

Join us as we welcome the Core Ensemble presentation of “Ain’t I A Woman!” The event celebrates the lives of four significant African American women: ex-slave and abolitionist Sojourner Truth, […]

31st Annual Alumni Association Golf Classic

U.S. Customs and Border Protection Career Info Session

ALL MAJORS WELCOME! Are you interested in a career with U.S. Customs and Border Protection? Athens State students and alumni have been invited to participate in an information session on […]

Of Ebony Embers: Vignettes of the Harlem Renaissance

Please join us as the Office of Student Inclusion Initiatives and the Student Success Center welcome Core Ensemble for a Diversity Day Event titled “Of Ebony Embers: Vignettes of the […]

Investing – A Financial Literacy Workshop

Please join us for a Zoom workshop, “Investing – A Financial Literacy Workshop,” on 4/5/22 from 11:30am-12:30pm. The purpose of this free workshop is to introduce core financial literacy topics […]

Lunch & Learn: Mastering Life’s Twists & Turns

Join us as we host Kathy Cleveland Bull for a webinar on “Mastering Life’s Twists & Turns.” The contents of the Workshop were developed under a grant from the Department […]

From History to Hip Hop

Please join us as soul singer Jonathan Blanchard leads an interactive concert and storytelling experience called “History to Hip Hop” that chronicles the evolution of African American Music, from the […]

Black History Month Lunch & Learn

Huntsville Council Member, Mr. John Meredith, will be speaking at a Black History Month Lunch & Learn on Thursday, February 3 at 11:30 AM in the Athens State University Ballroom […]

An Evening with Temple Grandin

Special Engagement: Dan Tyminski

Join us for a special engagement featuring Dan Tyminski presented by the Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention in conjunction with the Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Concert Series! For […]

Coping with Anxiety Through Gratitude

New Student Information Session

This session is for newly admitted students to help them get started at Athens State. You must be an admitted student and will be required to log into your MyAthens […]

New Student Information Session

This session is for newly admitted students to help them get started at Athens State. You must be an admitted student and will be required to log into your MyAthens […]

New Student Information Session

This session is for newly admitted students to help them get started at Athens State. You must be an admitted student and will be required to log into your MyAthens […]

New Student Information Session

This session is for newly admitted students to help them get started at Athens State. You must be an admitted student and will be required to log into your MyAthens […]

New Student Information Session

This session is for newly admitted students to help them get started at Athens State. You must be an admitted student and will be required to log into your MyAthens […]

Boeing Hiring Information Session

Athens State University’s Career Development Center will be hosting a Boeing Hiring Information Session that will take place on 11/18/2021 at 6:00 p.m. This event will be held in downtown […]

U.S. Customs and Border Patrol Virtual Information Session

The U.S. Customs and Border Patrol invites Athens State students to participate in an information session about CBP’s frontline career opportunities, the application process, resume tips, and more! For additional […]

Careers with FBI Redstone

New Student Information Session

This session is for newly admitted students to help them get started at Athens State. You must be an admitted student and will be required to log into your MyAthens […]

New Student Information Session

This session is for newly admitted students to help them get started at Athens State. You must be an admitted student and will be required to log into your MyAthens […]

The Athenian Players present “Log Cabin” by Jordan Harrison

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 Athenian Players present “Log Cabin” by Jordan Harrison

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 Athenian Players present “Log Cabin” by Jordan Harrison

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 Athenian Players present “Log Cabin” by Jordan Harrison

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 Athenian Players present “Log Cabin” by Jordan Harrison

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 Athenian Players present “Log Cabin” by Jordan Harrison

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 […]

Veterans Day Program, Featuring PeggyLee Wright

PeggyLee Wright, President of “The Company You Keep,” will be speaking at a Veterans Day luncheon on Thursday, November 11 at 11:00 AM at the Alabama Veterans Museum on West […]

Fiddlers Concert Series: Mile Twelve

Although their sound is rooted in traditional bluegrass, Mile Twelve surveys a broader landscape on their newest album, “City on a Hill.” All five band members bring their own influences […]

Fiddlers Concert Series: The Quebe Sisters

With over fifteen years of touring to date, The Quebe Sisters have delivered their authentic triple fiddle and three-part harmony sound to the concert halls and festivals of North America, […]

Fiddlers Concert Series: Joe Mullins & The Radio Ramblers

Having gained the reputation as a band who always chooses great songs for their projects, the recognizable sound of Joe Mullins & The Radio Ramblers, with their rich vocals, have […]

Fiddlers Concert Series: Appalachian Roadshow

Appalachian Roadshow is a visionary acoustic ensemble, bringing new-generation interpretations of traditional Americana, Bluegrass, and Folk songs, as well as offering innovative original music, all presented with a common thread […]

Fiddlers Concert Series: Kenny & Amanda Smith

Winners of the IBMA’s prestigious “Emerging Artist of the Year” award in 2003, the Kenny and Amanda Smith Band combines gutsy, heartfelt vocals, brilliant instrumental talents, and a powerful, contemporary sense of […]

Fiddlers Concert Series: Delmore Brothers Tribute, Featuring Chris Jones & the Night Drivers with Special Guest Paul Kramer

Please join us for our first concert as part of the 2021-2022 Series, as Chris Jones and Paul Kramer pay respect to the Delmore Brothers in an honorary tribute! Chris […]

New Student Information Session

This session is for newly admitted students to help them get started at Athens State. You must be an admitted student and will be required to log into your MyAthens […]

New Student Information Session

This session is for newly admitted students to help them get started at Athens State. You must be an admitted student and will be required to log into your MyAthens […]

New Student Information Session

This session is for newly admitted students to help them get started at Athens State. You must be an admitted student and will be required to log into your MyAthens […]

Independence Day

The campus will be closed.

Memorial Day

The campus will be closed.

Summer 2022 Graduation

Details to be announced.

Spring 2022 Graduation

9:00 am – College of Arts and Sciences 12:00 pm – College of Business 3:00 pm – College of Education

Spring Break

No classes – Monday, March 21 through Friday, March 25. The campus will be closed from Wednesday, March 23 through Friday, March 25.

Martin Luther King, Jr Day

The campus will be closed.

Christmas Break – Campus Closed

The campus is closed and will reopen Tuesday, January 4th.

Fall 2021 Graduation

Saturday, December 4, 2021 Carter Physical Education Center – Gymnasium College of Business: 9:00 am College of Education: 12:00 pm *College of Arts & Sciences: 3:00 pm *includes students seeking […]

Thanksgiving Break – No Classes

No classes.

Let’s Budget – A Financial Literacy Workshop

Please join us as we welcome Dr. Ryan Davis in a discussion on budgeting and related topics. The contents of the Workshop were developed under a grant from the U.S. […]

Unconscious Bias – a Diversity & Inclusion Webinar

Please join us as we welcome Valerie Alexander, author, speaker, screenwriter, and director, in a talk concerning unconscious bias and how to overcome it. In this discussion, we will learn […]

Fiddlers Convention

LifeSouth Athens State Blood Drive

LOOK FOR BLOODMOBILE NEAR STUDENT CENTER! All donors receive a $10 e-gift card!

Athens Forever Series Lunch & Learn

“Crossing Bows for the Championship: A History of Fiddling in America & Limestone County, Alabama,” an Athens Forever Series Lunch & Learn Please join us for this Athens Forever Series […]

Virtual Pizza Toast to the New School Year

Preview Day

Computer Science Capstone Project Presentation

Back in 2017 a team of students partnered with the Learn To Read Council of Athens and Limestone County to re-design their website, which can be seen at https://www.learn-to-read.org/.   Four years […]

Summer Commencement

Homecoming weekend will continue on Saturday, July 31 as we honor the Athens College Classes of 1970 and 1971, who will be celebrating the 50th year of their commencement, alongside […]

Athens State to Offer BFA In Art

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 […]

Alumni Town Hall

On Thursday, April 15, 2021, the Athens State University Alumni Association will host a virtual town hall meeting from McCandless Hall. Given the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, we want […]

Virtual Open House

Are you ready to transfer and finish your degree but just aren’t sure about your next steps? Or maybe you’re just not sure where you are in the transfer process […]

“Convalescence” by Jane Philips Now Open

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 […]

2021 Festival of the Cranes Exhibit Now Open

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 […]

M.S. Strategic Leadership and Business Analytics to be Offered in Spring 2021

Testing Center Receives National Recertification

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, […]

Retention Rates Increase Thanks to Title III Pathways Grant

Men of Kennis program filling need for male teachers of color in the classroom

Athens State to Host Annual Veterans Day Program

Athens State University will host its annual Veterans Day program on November 11 at 10:00 am. This year’s event will be virtual and available to view via Zoom. Ted Janusz […]

Athens State Signs CO-OP Agreement with Local Universities

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 […]

Barth Named Assistant Vice President for Enrollment Management

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 […]

Athenian Players Present: Clue Stay at Home Version

Athenian Players Present: Clue Stay at Home Version

Athenian Players Present: Clue Stay at Home Version

Golf Classic Raises Over $35,000 for Scholarships

Athens State Welcomes Torregrosa as Assistant Professor of Chemistry

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 […]

ACA Opens Two New Gallery Shows

Athens State to Host Annual Constitution Day Celebration

Andrew Dollar Named Director of Center for Lifelong Learning

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 […]

Athens State Awarded Suicide Prevention Grant

Athens State Degree Programs Receive ABET Accreditation

Accounting Club Receives 2020 Gold Award of Excellence, Outstanding Student Chapter

Kerner Named Interim Dean of College of Business, Wright Named Associate Dean

Athens State University is pleased to announce that Dr. Jim Kerner has been appointed as the Interim Dean of the College of Business and Dr. Lionel Wright has been appointed […]

Smith Named Interim Provost, LaFevor Named Interim VP for Academic Affairs

Athens State University is pleased to announce that Dr. Jackie Smith has been appointed as its interim Provost and Dr. Kim LaFevor has been appointed as its interim Vice President […]

Athens State Receives National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education Designation

The National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security have designated Athens State University as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education (CAE-CDE) through the academic […]

Athens State Receives Approval to Offer Two New Degree Programs

Dateline: June 12, 2020 Athens State University has been approved by the Alabama Commission on Higher Education (ACHE) to offer two new bachelor’s degree programs and two new “badge” programs, […]

Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention and Concert Series Announcement

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we have received a number of calls and emails concerning the Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention and related Concert Series. These are truly unprecedented […]

Psychology Students Engage with the Community to Give Back

Each semester, students from the Department of Behavioral Sciences/Psychology intern at various sites within the community. Also, students are required to complete a service project at the end of the […]

ACA Foundation Accepting Proposals for “Urban Art Initiative”

The Alabama Center for the Arts Foundation is currently accepting professional artist proposals for permanent public art installations as part of its “Urban Art Initiative” program. Proposed art should serve […]

“LOOK” Senior Art Exhibit to be Held Virtually

Athens State University faculty, staff, and students at the Alabama Center for the Arts have had to adjust to a “less-than-ideal” ending to the spring semester thanks to the COVID-19 […]

College of Business Programs Ranked Among Best & Most Affordable in 2020

Dateline: April 15, 2020 Three online programs in Athens State University’s College of Business have been ranked among the best and/or most affordable in the country for the year 2020. […]

Athens State University Earns Tree Campus USA Recognition

Athens State University has received the honor of being recognized by Tree Campus USA for the year 2019 by promoting healthy trees and engaging students and staff in forestry conservation […]

Athens State University Joins “Universities Studying Slavery” Consortium

Dateline: March 24, 2020 Athens State University is pleased to announce its membership in the Universities Studying Slavery (USS) consortium. The association works collaboratively with other universities to empower them […]

Athens State Named Most Affordable Online Supply Chain Management Degree

Dateline: March 11, 2020 Athens State University’s online Supply Chain Management degree program has been named the most affordable in the country by Great Business Schools. Athens State’s Logistics and […]

Athenian Players to Present INK

The Athenian Players invite you to join them for their Spring 2020 performance of INK, “A play about the creation of the Rorschach test, finding your better half, and living […]

Youth Art Month Under Way at ACA

Dateline: March 10, 2020 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 […]

Athens State Students Win Addy Awards

Two Athens State students were recently honored at the 2019-2020 American Advertising Awards in Huntsville. Ashley Rumph won a Silver ADDY for her still photography campaign “The Road.” Alison Scalf […]

Dr. Lee Vartanian Named Dean of College of Education

Dateline: February 26, 2020 After an extensive, nationwide search that produced a number of highly-qualified candidates, Athens State University has appointed Dr. Lee Vartanian as Dean of the College of […]

Athens State Earns Military Friendly Designation

Dateline: February 19, 2020 Athens State University has earned a Military Friendly School designation for 2020-2021 from Military Friendly. The 625 schools nationwide included on this list provide the best […]

“Of Ebony Embers: Vignettes of the Harlem Renaissance” coming to the ACA

Dateline: February 4, 2020 The Alabama Center for the Arts (ACA) will welcome artists from the Core Ensemble to perform the chamber music theatre work Of Ebony Embers: Vignettes of […]

Athens State Signs Partnership Agreement with Drake State Community & Technical College

Dateline: January 9, 2020 – Athens State University signed a partnership agreement with Drake State Community & Technical College on January 9 that creates a transfer pathway for African-American males […]