Academic Excellence
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At the Biggio Center for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, a team of faculty guides colleagues through everything from place-based teaching in the outdoors to using AI in the classroom.

September 18, 2025

Group of 16 students and faculty members stand on a staricase

Twenty-one Harrison College of Pharmacy students were inducted into the Zeta Chapter of the Rho Chi Pharmacy Honor Society on Sept. 16.

September 18, 2025

Student employee sitting at desk in Academic Support Offices

More than 110 student employees in Auburn’s Academic Support programs are not only keeping services running — they’re building the skills that launch their own careers post-graduation.

September 18, 2025

Sam Ginn speaks from a podium

What's in a name? In the case of Samuel Ginn College of Engineering, it's 25 years of excellence.

September 17, 2025

Matt Clary and students standing outside the GMF Brussels Forum

Auburn Political Science students had a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity this summer to dive headfirst into international politics at the German Marshall Fund’s Brussels Forum.

September 16, 2025

Zach Walsh, assistant professor of mathematics at Auburn University, standing outdoors on campus with trees and flowers in the background

Auburn mathematician Zach Walsh has received a $284K NSF award to investigate the hidden mathematics of 'independence' in complex systems. His research on matroids—a structure that models independence in networks, vector spaces, and beyond—focuses on the understudied class of quadratically dense matroids, with applications in optimization and network theory.

September 16, 2025

Dr. Christopher Wilburn talks with former student Matt Beth as Beth sits in a wheelchair and Dr. Wilburn holds a book.

Nine years ago, Matt Beth never would have thought he’d be here— not in a doctoral program, not conducting research, and certainly not rewriting the narrative of his own life with the help of a very special mentor.

September 15, 2025

Student holding volleyball kneepad invention

Sophia Aulisio, who moved from star volleyball player in high school to CEO of her own sports innovation company, has earned a spot as one of six honorees on the Birmingham Business Journal’s Inno Under 25 list.

September 15, 2025

Samford Hall sits in the background behind a brick sign that says Auburn University

More Auburn students than ever are staying enrolled and graduating on time.

September 15, 2025

students pose by sign

A bachelor of science in Public and One Health isn’t just a degree — it’s a rally cry for the next wave of health heroes.

September 15, 2025

Timed to coincide with the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence as part of the museum’s academic year focus, “Being and Belonging” invites viewers to reflect on the evolving ideals of freedom, identity and connectedness in American culture.

September 11, 2025

Small group of participants seated at a table, using papers and string for a collaborative teaching activity at AUSSI.

The Auburn University Summer STEM Institute (AUSSI) trains educators in evidence-based strategies to boost engagement, belonging, and learning. It builds a collaborative community focused on inclusive, student-centered classrooms in COSAM.

September 11, 2025

A group of eleven Rural Medicine Program students wearing white coats stand together, smiling for a photo inside the ceremony venue.

The College of Sciences and Mathematics, in partnership with UAB Heersink School of Medicine, celebrated its 20th Rural Medicine Program cohort during a white coat ceremony on Aug. 22. Eleven students received white coats, stethoscopes, and scholarships as they began training to serve as future physicians in rural Alabama communities.

September 10, 2025

Headshot of David King, geology professor at Auburn University.

Gov. Kay Ivey has reappointed Auburn University geology professor David King, Ph.D., to the Alabama Board of Licensure for Professional Geologists through 2026, where he will continue serving as the academic representative.

September 09, 2025

Field of tulips with windmills in the background.

A new study abroad opportunity open to Auburn undergraduate students and faculty highlights the Netherlands’ approach to wellness in aging care.

September 05, 2025

Three workers wearing safety vests and hard hats place large rocks along a streambank in a wooded area to prevent erosion and improve stormwater management.

The partnership will help restore streams, reduce runoff and add features at Hickory Dickory Park to protect local waterways and enhance residents’ quality of life.

September 05, 2025

Five members of Auburn University’s Vehicle Systems, Dynamics, and Design Laboratory stand on a runway behind an orange-and-white prototype hybrid-electric unmanned aircraft with multiple propellers, surrounded by grassy fields and trees.

Auburn's aerospace engineering and Rune Aero develop hybrid-electric autonomous aircraft to cut emissions, boost efficiency and transform sustainable air cargo transport.

September 05, 2025

Forestry students receive valuable field training at the Dixon Center each summer

The College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment has received a substantial commitment from the Solon and Martha Dixon Foundation to support the construction of a new dormitory at the Solon Dixon Forestry Education Center, a beacon of experiential learning and stewardship in the fields of forestry, wildlife and environmental education in the Southeast.

September 04, 2025

Phot of Gorham Bird pointing to a display and photo of Jennifer Pindyck holding a string of lights over a model

Associate Professors Gorham Bird and Jennifer Pindyck have been appointed to undergraduate program leadership in the School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape Architecture (APLA).

September 04, 2025

Students standing in front of classroom

Students from supply chain management and engineering teamed up this summer on a consulting project in northern Spain.

September 04, 2025

William Parker graduation photo

William Parker is one of the first graduates of the new Certificate in Financial Planning program.

September 04, 2025

Because of generous donations made during 2024's Tiger Giving Day, a financial wellness course is preparing students for life after graduation.

September 03, 2025

A graduate in doctoral regalia stands proudly in front of a large Auburn University logo wall. He wears a navy gown with black velvet panels, orange piping, a tam with a gold tassel, and a medallion.

Auburn University’s College of Sciences and Mathematics celebrates the first graduates of Alabama’s only doctorate in statistics and data science.

September 02, 2025

In an already stressful and trying growing season, researchers at Auburn University and Alabama Cooperative Extension professionals have confirmed an invasive insect, the two-spot cotton leafhopper, in cotton fields in Alabama. The insect is also commonly known as the cotton jassid.

September 02, 2025

Large group of faculty, graduate students, and staff from Auburn University’s College of Sciences and Mathematics pose for a photo during the Summer STEM Institute, showcasing interdisciplinary participation.

Auburn University's COSAM Summer STEM Institute equips educators with evidence-based teaching strategies to foster inclusive, student-centered learning across disciplines.

September 02, 2025

Auburn Landscape Architecture, housed within the School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape Architecture, boasts a rich history that spans four decades.

August 30, 2025

Photo of a student giving a presentation

Interior Architecture students traveled to Auburn in Birmingham this summer to take a deeper dive into their thesis work and research.

August 30, 2025

Cyber Fire

More than 100 participants formed 24 teams to solve challenges modeled after scenarios faced daily by cybersecurity professionals working in critical infrastructure, national security and private industry.

August 29, 2025

Faculty Awards Logo on green background with leaf

The deadline to submit nominations for the 2025 Faculty Awards is Sept. 19, at 4:45 p.m.

August 29, 2025

Jesus Tirado is pictured teaching to a class of students inside the College of Education building

As an associate professor in the Department of Curriculum and Teaching, Jesús Tirado brings both deep roots in community engagement and a bold, forward-thinking approach.

August 28, 2025

David Bottomlee sits on the wing of a fighter jet parked on a runway

The School of Aviation welcomed David “Rock” Bottomlee this summer as the new director of flight education.

August 28, 2025

Daniel Sullen poses with Aubie

College of Education alumnus Daniel Sullen turns his doctorate into community impact through his role with Extension.

August 27, 2025

Mark Adams, right, works with two students in the small satellite lab on campus

Through the Auburn University Small Satellite Program, undergraduate and graduate students are on the front lines of space exploration, gaining hands-on experience designing, building and operating small satellites.

August 25, 2025

a young woman works on an airplane in the early morning

Auburn is home to one of the longest continually operated flight programs in the country, but the School of Aviation prepares more than pilots.

August 25, 2025

a close up of bees

The buzz at Auburn's Bee Center isn’t just about harvesting honey for the AU-BEES program. It’s also about groundbreaking research, immersive student experiences and impactful community outreach.

August 25, 2025

Students Zadie Lakin (left) and Anna Poole talk with one another while sitting on a couch in the new College of Education building.

Auburn University’s College of Education is rolling out a new course this fall designed to equip future elementary educators with the tools they need to support multilingual learners. Titled Foundations of Multilingual Learner Instruction, the course marks a significant milestone for the Elementary Education program, which is incorporating a dedicated ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) course in its curriculum.

August 25, 2025

Summit participants

This summer, 18 Academic Affairs units came together for the Academic Affairs Assessment Summer Summit, a day dedicated to strengthening continuous improvement practices across campus.

August 22, 2025

Advise and Assist Owl Logo

Students can now view their class schedule, navigate to classes, schedule appointments, find resources, connect with classmates and more directly from their phone through the Advise & Assist app “Navigate 360.”

August 21, 2025

Harrison Ranier, Thomas Lester and Liam Heary.

Three students have been recognized as some of the state's most promising young innovators, entrepreneurs and changemakers.

August 21, 2025

A young man sits in front of several computer monitors full of charts and numbers

The Harbert Investment Center offers an endless supply of real-world experiential learning for finance majors through three student organizations.

August 20, 2025

Headshots of 7 students

Internships are a key component of the exceptional student experience that the Harbert College of Business promises its students. Seven Harbert students share their internship experiences working for companies and organizations in the airline, health care, retail, financial services and non-profit sectors.

August 20, 2025

Headshots of six new faculty

The Harbert College of Business welcomes new assistant professors Adam Bross, Yejee Lee, Lucas Swider, Elizabeth Tori, Zheyi Xu and Di Yuan. Their teaching and research span the fields of accounting, business analytics and information systems and management.

August 20, 2025

Abstract painting by Grace Hartigan titled

On view through Dec. 6, The Jule’s latest exhibitions investigate the theme of “belonging” as the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary.

August 19, 2025

Members of the campus community are invited to attend the 2025 Promotion and Tenure Reception, a signature event honoring faculty excellence and achievement at Auburn.

August 19, 2025

College of Nursing Building

Linda Gibson-Young, professor and outreach coordinator in the College of Nursing, has been named as a Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing.

August 18, 2025

A student poses for a photo in front of Pasta Bari at the Incubator

An exciting student-driven concept where student innovation meets culinary passion is hitting the Hey Day Market as the multi-concept food hall prepares to welcome The Incubator — a launchpad for future chefs, entrepreneurs and hospitality leaders set to open Monday, Aug. 18 coinciding with the start of the fall semester.

August 15, 2025

Award recipients with awards

University Writing was recently recognized by the Association for Writing Across the Curriculum and the WAC Clearinghouse.

August 15, 2025

A college of posed photos is displayed, depicting each of the nine new faculty members for the College of Education

Auburn University’s College of Education is preparing for a vibrant semester with a slate of new faculty starting this fall with an aim to elevate research, teaching and student engagement.

August 13, 2025

Woman professor standing by staircase

An esteemed researcher, passionate educator and respected academic leader, Jennifer Blackhurst has joined the Harbert College of Business as the inaugural McWane Chair in Supply Chain Management.

August 13, 2025

Business analytics students explain their research

The Harbert College of Business has revamped its graduate certificate in business analytics and AI to address the evolving needs of today’s professionals and businesses.

August 13, 2025