CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. — For Hailey Dorsey, hospitality is more than a career choice; it’s a call to community. This fall, her passion confirmed her purpose as she represented the hospitality management program at Austin Peay State University (APSU) during the Tennessee Governor’s Conference on Hospitality and Tourism (GovCon). Dorsey was one of 10 students selected for the conference’s ambassador team, working alongside industry professionals with the Tennessee Hospitality and Tourism Association (TNHTA) and the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. During the three-day conference, her hands-on role offered her an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the state’s $31.7 billion tourism industry. “I owe…
Author: Elaina Russell
CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. – Austin Peay State University is adding an artificial intelligence (AI) concentration to its Master of Business Administration (MBA) program starting in Fall 2025. The concentration will require nine hours in AI electives exploring the technology’s integration into the professional workplace. New courses will highlight the practical applications of AI for business, preparing students to leverage it effectively and responsibly. “Technology continues to change the way we do business,” said Dr. Amye Melton, director of the MBA program. “It’s critical for our students to have skills and experience with AI. Austin Peay and the College of Business are committed to ensuring graduates…