“It is by God’s grace that we are able to provide this gift to help change the lives of many students at Austin Peay,” said the donor, whose family has no ties to the University and has requested anonymity.

“This unexpected generosity from an anonymous family will be a great blessing to our students,” President Tim Hall said. “We are extremely grateful to the donors.”

The endowed gift will be invested, with the earnings distributed among four students selected to receive the scholarship. To be eligible, a student must be enrolled full time at APSU, be a major in mathematics or one of the sciences with a minimum grade-point average of 3.2 and be a middle Tennessee resident with a demonstrated financial need.

Roy Gregory, executive director of University Advancement, said, “We are very excited about the gift, which has been given by a wonderful middle Tennessee family wanting to use the blessings God has provided them to help others succeed.

“A gift like this provides many opportunities to students that would not be possible otherwise. It is truly a blessing for the University to receive such a gift, and we are very grateful for the family’s generosity.”

For more information, contact APSU University Advancement by telephone at 9931) 221-7127.

D'Errico Wylie

Nashville – Kings Konnection, a national male competition system, has begun the state-wide search for the next Mr. Tennessee. The Competition, that is set to take place January 31, 2010 at Tennessee State University’s Humanities Building, will promote scholarships for education or to pursue entrepreneurial endeavors. The winner will receive $1,500 along with other prizes and trophies.

The idea of the Mr. Tennessee Competition was created to advance educational and professional opportunities for men within the state of Tennessee and will provide scholarships allowing the participants to achieve their educational, career and personal goals. The competition is open for men aged 18-27 of all races, ethnicities, religious affiliations and origins.

The current Mr. Tennessee 2007-2008, D’Errico Wylie, has spent the past year traveling across the state of Tennessee promoting his platform, “Empowering Youth Through Exposure,” which he has created a mentorship program that is based within the metro school system and after-care programs such as the YMCA and the Boy’s and Girl’s Club. As Wylie’s reign comes to an end, he is taking part in the search for the next Mr. Tennessee and states, “this year has been extremely fulfilling. Being able to create a program that benefits my community as well as continuing my education as a PhD candidate has been challenging, yet rewarding. I will be aiding the committee in recruiting males that I know are up for the task of becoming the next King for the state of Tennessee.”

“The Mr. Tennessee Competition sets out to accomplish two major goals; showing the community positive male role models, and providing a platform that will aid the King in making a difference,” states Dwight Pope, Executive Director of Kings Konnection. “The title of Mr. Tennessee comes with several responsibilities in the community; speaking out as a State representative and encouraging their younger counterparts to take a stand within the community. We are looking for those males in the community that will step forward and follow the big footsteps set forth by our current Mr. Tennessee.”

Candidates will submit a 5 x 7 color or black and white photograph (non-returnable), a completed official entry form, and a one-page typed essay indicating “Why you feel you should be considered as a contestant for the Mr. Tennessee Competition”. The essay should also include the candidate’s personal accomplishments and ambitions, and it should describe past or current community service involvements.

Entries should be sent c/o Mr. Tennessee Competition, P.O. Box 331174, Nashville, TN 37203. Entries must be received no later than Friday, January 22, 2010 to be eligible for consideration.

For more information on eligibility, judging requirements, prizes, or applying visit www.DiavonttiProductions.com or email .

Interviews and photos of the current King are available.

• http://www.mrtennesseecompetition.blogspot.com/
• http://www.kingskonnection.blogspot.com/
• http://media.www.tsumeter.com/media/storage/paper956/news/2008/04/22/ArtsCulture/Mr.Tennessee.Has.Tsu.Roots-3339261.shtml
• http://www.blackgreeknetwork.com/blog/_archives/2007/6/27/3050562.html
• http://www.myspace.com/mrtennesseecompetition

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“Since the scholarship allowed me to focus on school, I felt that since I was being given help I should give back to someone else.”  The 25 year old volunteered to do taxes through the United Way every Tuesday as well as becoming involved in the International Student Program on campus.

Natalija Vnukovica with Stewart Ramsey, President and C.E.O. of Fort Campbell Federal Credit Union

“We were so glad to hear that our scholarship is not only helping a promising student achieve her goals in the field of finance but that Natalija gave back to the community so readily.  Since we continue to be a very strong financial institution, we are proud to be able to offer this yearly scholarship and feel that it is an investment in our community.”, says Stewart Ramsey, President and C.E.O. of Fort Campbell Federal Credit Union.

With two more branches opening this year, bringing the credit union to a total of 9 across Tennessee and Kentucky, Fort Campbell Federal Credit Union plans to expand its scholarship program.  “The local community invests in us and as a non-profit financial institution we are always looking for ways to return the favor and pay it forward.” Ramsey says.

With more than 34,000 members, Fort Campbell Federal Credit Union is committed to those who work and live in the counties of Montgomery and Stewart in Tennessee and Christian, Trigg, and Todd in Kentucky.