Campus Announcements
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Designed for leaders who oversee one or multiple teams, Leading Teams equips university directors, department chairs and above with the knowledge and skills to build, lead and enable high-performing teams.

February 20, 2026

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Intermittent traffic changes coming for West Samford Avenue.

February 18, 2026

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Lighting Designer Danielle Curtis and Costume Designer Jennifer Salter bring 18th-century London to life for the upcoming production of "Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street," running at the Telfair B. Peet Theatre from Feb. 19-28.

February 18, 2026

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The Interfraternity Council and Auburn Athletics partner for a good cause.

February 16, 2026

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Pharmacy research students swept the top three poster awards at Via Research Recognition Day while Dr. Gary Piazza gave the keynote address.

February 13, 2026

As part of America 250 at Auburn University, Auburn faculty are invited to apply for the Foundation Faculty Fellows Program, a new initiative to foster shared inquiry, conversation and reflection.

February 13, 2026

As part of Auburn University's America 250 commemoration, the university will launch its Signature Speaker Series on March 30, 2026, with a moderated conversation featuring the 66th U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and commentator and author Margaret Hoover.

February 13, 2026

Members of the National 4-H Council visited Alabama to meet with Alabama Extension at Auburn University staff and Alabama 4-H members. From left are National 4-H Council President and CEO Jill Bramble, Assistant Director for Alabama 4-H Casey Mull, Auburn Chief of Staff Rich McGlynn, Aubie, Auburn First Lady Tracy Roberts and Extension Director Eve Brantley.

Nearly a dozen members from National 4-H Council were beyond ready for a winter retreat in Alabama from Feb. 5-7.

February 13, 2026

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Each month, Auburn celebrates employees who demonstrate outstanding commitment to excellence. Join us in congratulating the January 2026 Spirit of Excellence award recipients for their exceptional contributions.

February 11, 2026

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The Miller Writing Center is hiring peer writing consultants for the 2026-27 academic year.

February 10, 2026

Dean Janaki Alavalapati welcomes attendees to the Emmett and ViAnn Thompson Lecture in Forest Economics and Policy held at The Auburn Hotel and Conference Center

Auburn University's College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment will host the second annual Emmett & ViAnn Thompson Lecture in Forest Economics and Policy on February 25, 2026, featuring Cade Warner of The Westervelt Company. The free event, held at The Hotel at Auburn University and Dixon Conference Center, includes a lecture and reception open to the campus and regional forestry community.

February 10, 2026

Nominations for the 2026 Auburn Author Awards are due by March 1 at aub.ie/AAA

Nomination submissions for the 2026 Auburn Author Awards are being accepted through March 1

February 09, 2026

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As Auburn joins the nation in commemorating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the university has launched a Foundation Student Fellows Program that invites students from all majors to take part in a shared exploration of the ideas, texts and traditions that have shaped American democracy. The program brings students and faculty together to reflect on the past, engage the present and consider the future of democracy.

February 06, 2026

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The February construction update highlights projects taking place on and off campus.

February 05, 2026

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The Kiss the Ground documentary features farmers and communities cultivating healthy soils full of microbes and roots that draw down carbon from the atmosphere and store it in the ground. Join the Office of Sustainability and the Crop, Soil, and Environmental Sciences Graduate Student Association as they partner to bring you this outdoor film screening Thursday, Feb. 12.

February 03, 2026

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Associate Clinical Professor Tiffani L. Chidume was recently inducted as a Fellow of the Society for Simulation in Healthcare Academy, the highest distinction in the field of healthcare simulation.

February 03, 2026

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College of Veterinary Medicine faculty member Ahmed Ismaeel's research explores a common and frequently underdiagnosed circulatory issue that afflicts 8-12 million Americans -- peripheral artery disease

January 30, 2026

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An alumnus of the Auburn University College of Agriculture and his entrepreneurial, cofounder wife will share their story at the 2026 Spring Leadership Luncheon, presented by the college's Women in Agriculture program.

January 29, 2026

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The groundbreaking program is designed to transform student talent into industry opportunity.

January 28, 2026

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Award recipients will be formally recognized during National Student Employment Week, scheduled for April 13 to 17.

January 28, 2026

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Members of the campus community are invited to an evening with Ed Yong, the Pulitzer Prize–winning British American science journalist and bestselling author, who will present a free public lecture on Thursday, Jan. 29, at 5:30 p.m. in the auditorium at The Hotel at Auburn University.

January 26, 2026

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Employees who opted for paper W-2s will receive them by mail soon. 

January 23, 2026

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January 26–30, 2026 is Data Privacy Week! Learn how to protect sensitive data with a new self-paced, e-training course for AU employees in ElevatED created by the Division of Institutional Compliance & Privacy.

January 23, 2026

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New Auburn-branded templates are ready-to-use within PowerPoint and Word.

January 21, 2026

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The annual event, scheduled for March 26, will feature presentations by undergraduate and graduate students, as well as panel discussion with postdoctoral researchers.

January 21, 2026

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Auburn's competitive sports program isn't just top tier competition, it's shaping students into leaders with balance and real world skills.

January 20, 2026

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Some minor housekeeping changes are happening to Auburn's third-party administrator, the organization that helps with aspects of the on-the-job injury program and other insurance assistance.

January 20, 2026

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By joining forces with colleges across campus, Auburn's Office of Undergraduate Research champions more than 100 competitive fellowships annually—creating pathways for students to explore new ideas, experiment with purpose and excel at the highest level.

January 15, 2026

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The Feb. 6 event features “Just Follow Me" co-authors Thom Gossom Jr. '75 and Sam Heys and is open to the public.

January 15, 2026

Melton Student Center

"Building Research Communities in AI," a showcase and workshop collaboration of AI @ AU and the Team Science Series, is accepting abstract submissions through January 29, 2026. The event will take place in the Melton Student Center ballroom March 3.

January 15, 2026

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Learn more about Miller Writing Center appointments, programs, and job opportunities!

January 14, 2026

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Senior Chris Khalaf's curiosity about rural health care and food insecurity led to volunteer experience developing community food pantries. He plans to earn a law degree and Master of Public Health and use his talents in the sectors of public health, food access and public policy.

January 13, 2026

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The Veterans Resource Center has announced the establishment of Auburn's POW/MIA chair in Neville Arena to honor American service members who are prisoners of war or missing in action.

January 13, 2026

Late Night Smart Ride Program

The Auburn Late Night Smart Ride Program is now powered by Uber.

January 13, 2026

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Campus units and student organizations invited to apply for project funds

January 12, 2026

The College of Human Sciences’ Women Philanthropy Board (WPB) is excited to kick off the new year with its upcoming 2026 winter program,

The College of Human Sciences' Women's Philanthropy Board (WPB) is excited to kick off the new year with its upcoming 2026 winter program, “Building and Sustaining Legacies” that will take place Wednesday, Feb. 11 inside The Hotel at Auburn University & Dixon Conference Center. The 2026 winter program will feature keynote speaker Lady Fiona Carnarvon, Countess of Carnarvon and best-selling author of Lady Almina and the Real Downton Abbey.

January 12, 2026

 The May 2026 Research and Scholarship Connections Travel Grant

The May 2026 Research & Scholarship Connections Travel Grant will provide group travel to visit Technological University Dublin in Ireland and the University of Twente in the Netherlands.

January 09, 2026

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The application period for the 2026-27 Undergraduate Research Fellowship (URF) is open through Feb. 15. Students can choose from year-long, two-semester, one-semester or summer fellowships, with start dates in summer or fall 2026 or spring 2027 and concluding in spring 2027.

January 09, 2026

Award Winners

The Office of the Provost announces the recipients of the 2026 Provost Advising Awards, which recognize outstanding contributions to academic and professional advising across the university.

January 09, 2026

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The Department of Clinical Sciences in the College of Veterinary Medicine has been named the newest recipient of the Departmental Award for Excellence in Education by the Teaching Effectiveness Committee.

January 09, 2026

Isabella Martin

Isabella Martin placed second in the undergraduate division of the 2025 Richard J. Stull Essay Competition, hosted annually by the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE).

January 09, 2026

OLLI members enjoy learning about a variety of subjects in our classrooms at Sunny Slope.

Discover the joy of lifelong learning with OLLI at Auburn's Sampler Class—a seven-week series of engaging, single-session presentations on history, art, health and more, starting January 21.

January 09, 2026

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Auburn University Expands Daytime Campus Security Personnel

January 08, 2026

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Create new courses with the Honor College with our Honor Your Teaching Fellowship

January 08, 2026

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Jaime S. Miller, director of Academic Support at Auburn University, has achieved the highest level of professional recognition in learning center administration, earning the Level Four Lifetime Learning Center Leadership Certification from the International College Learning Center Association (ICLCA).

January 08, 2026

Edward Thomas, Jr., Professor of Physics and Dean of the College of Science and Mathematics, will give Auburn University’s 2025-26 Distinguished Graduate Faculty Lecture on Wednesday, Feb. 4, at 4:00 p.m. in the Science Center Auditorium at Auburn University.

Edward Thomas, Jr., Professor of Physics and Dean of the College of Science and Mathematics, will give Auburn University's 2025-26 Distinguished Graduate Faculty Lecture on Wednesday, Feb. 4, at 4 p.m. in the Science Center Auditorium at Auburn University.

January 08, 2026

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Early experience showing, training and breeding Paso Fino horses ignited Diego Figueroa's interest in becoming an equine veterinarian

January 06, 2026

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Auburn University Program Council (UPC) and Student Involvement Celebrate Record-breaking Growth of the First 56 in 2025.

January 06, 2026

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Dr. Bernie Olin was recently elected to the American Institute of the History of Pharmacy Board of Directors

January 05, 2026

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The Everything Auburn Podcast's year-end rewind is here – and our best moments of 2025 will have you laughing-out-loud and beaming with Tiger pride.

December 17, 2025

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Kick off the new year with ElevatED's spring courses on financial literacy, emotional well-being, and more. View the full schedule and register today on the ElevatED website.

December 15, 2025

Team members from human sciences CADS department attend the ITAA Conference in St. Louis, Missouri.

Members of the College of Human Sciences Department of Consumer and Design Sciences (CADS) apparel team came away with several different awards and recognitions the week of Nov. 19 after traveling to St. Louis, Missouri week to attend the ITAA (International Textile & Apparel Association) annual conference.

December 12, 2025

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Auburn Facilities recently released a video showing several capital projects completed in 2025.

December 12, 2025

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Kurt Sasser has been promoted to Auburn Advancement's associate vice president for engagement, Rob Wellbaum, senior vice president for advancement, recently announced. Sasser, whose appointment was effective Dec. 1, has served as chief engagement officer for Auburn Advancement since 2023.

December 12, 2025

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During the upcoming holiday break, Facilities Management will carry out a few construction and maintenance projects that will temporarily affect campus roads and parking areas.

December 12, 2025

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As online activity increases during the holidays, remember to stay vigilant and protect yourself from seasonal scams and phishing attacks.

December 12, 2025

Model UN Team

The Auburn team continues their outstanding performance and commitment to excellence in global engagement and experiential learning.

December 11, 2025

Late Night Smart Ride Program

Uber powered Late Night Smart Ride Program Launching Spring Semester

December 09, 2025

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Auburn will celebrate nearly 2,000 graduates during the university's fall commencement on Saturday, Dec. 13, at Neville Arena.

December 05, 2025

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Coming Spring 2026: Auburn Abroad is Rolling out a new Business Travel Registration

December 04, 2025

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A building-wide power outage will take place in the Haley Center.

December 04, 2025

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Campus will transition to holiday mode Saturday, Dec. 20 and return to normal mode Monday, Jan. 5

December 04, 2025

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Auburn University's Fall Commencement ceremonies will be held Saturday, Dec. 13, in Neville Arena.

December 03, 2025

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Human Resources proudly recognizes four outstanding employees who exemplify Auburn University's values through exceptional service and dedication.

December 03, 2025

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A perennial leader among National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) chapters, the Auburn University Harrison College of Pharmacy chapter was recently recognized as first runner-up in the national chapter of the year competition.

November 25, 2025

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Oluchukwu Ezeala, a Ph.D. student pursuing the health outcomes research and policy option in the Harrison College of Pharmacy, recently took third place at the UAB Center for Clinical and Translational Science 3 Minute Thesis competition.

November 24, 2025

Faculty Awards winners

Auburn University celebrated excellence in teaching, research, mentorship and service at the 24th annual Faculty Awards Ceremony Nov. 18, bringing together faculty, families and colleagues for an evening of heartfelt recognition.

November 21, 2025

Auburn University Raptor Center Veterinarian Amberly Sokoloff examines a bald eagle.

From Eastern screech owls to red-shouldered hawks, more than 240 injured, ill or orphaned birds of prey had been admitted to the Auburn University Raptor Center since January.

November 19, 2025

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Dr. Angela Calderón, Gilliland Professor in the Department of Drug Discovery and Development, was recently selected to the board of the International Society of Ethnopharmacology (ISE).

November 18, 2025

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Waffles With Woodard and Therapy Dog Trading Cards Win District III CASE Awards

November 18, 2025

Apply today for the Sustainability Professional Development Sponsorship Program.

Submit your application to the Office of Sustainability by the end of November to receive up to $750 toward professional development connected to sustainability and your current job responsibilities.

November 18, 2025

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To better serve the Auburn community, there will be changes to the winter holiday waste service protocol.

November 17, 2025

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Auburn University will celebrate the faculty who fuel its mission of teaching, research and service as it recognizes 15 exceptional educators, scholars and leaders at this year's Faculty Awards Ceremony held on November 18.

November 14, 2025

Ashlyn Powers crowned Miss Auburn University 2026

Tri Delta senior recognized for leadership, service, and inclusion as she earns Miss Auburn University crown.

November 14, 2025

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If you currently connect to AU_WiFi, please switch to eduroam before Nov. 24 to avoid service interruption.

November 14, 2025

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Tiger Perks, Auburn University's employee discount program, offers exclusive savings on dining, retail, wellness, travel and more while building partnerships with local businesses. Learn how to join the program or explore current discounts on the University Human Resources website.

November 14, 2025

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As part of the institution-wide Quality Enhancement Plan at Auburn University, the annual Elevated Education Exchange (EEE) builds connections among faculty, staff and administrative professionals.

November 14, 2025

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Auburn University's Office of Academic Insight (OAI) received two awards for Best Interactive Report at the annual Southern Association for Institutional Research (SAIR) conference held in Alexandria, Virginia.

November 14, 2025

Members of Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority with 1st place trophy.

Annual step competition highlights unity, culture and excellence.

November 14, 2025

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This “SPOOK-tacular” Halloween celebration brought smiles, friendship and fun to the Auburn community.

November 14, 2025

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A timelapse for the one-month Spidle Hall demolition.

November 13, 2025

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Facilities Management will be making building access changes to secure campus facilities during the Thanksgiving break and Iron Bowl weekend.

November 13, 2025

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Holiday schedules are available on the University Human Resources website.

November 13, 2025

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The Facilities Management online construction update is now the Capital Program Report, and the November edition is live.

November 13, 2025

Charlene LeBleu accepting a medal from ASLA president Kona Gray

The American Society of Landscape Architecture recognized Professor Emerita Charlene LeBleu for her outstanding career and decades of dedication to landscape architecture education.

November 13, 2025

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The new program will equip students with the skills to conduct independent research, secure grant funding and advance innovations in the fields of communication sciences and disorders.

November 12, 2025

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While fulltime staff and veterinarians anchor the Auburn University Raptor Center's rehabilitative care and educational programming, an army of volunteers plays a vital role in training and caring for the center's resident birds of prey.

November 11, 2025

A black-and-white Siberian Husky with bright blue eyes is sitting indoors, looking upward with its mouth open and tongue slightly out, appearing very alert. The dog has a thick coat and pointed ears. In the background, there are people interacting with the dog, along with a gray door and a whiteboard on the wall.

Jamie Johnson, a veterinary assistant in the College of Veterinary Medicine, has earned one of two scholarships presented by Humane Veterinary Medical Alliance

November 11, 2025

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When Tsai Lu Liu ‘92 learned of his elevation to the Industrial Designers Society of America Academy of Fellows this fall, he described it as “a tremendous recognition — especially for my academic career.”

November 11, 2025

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Employees who have not yet completed their 2026 benefits enrollment can visit the Open Enrollment website for details.

November 10, 2025

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Lea Eiland was recently recognized with the American College of Clinical Pharmacy Education Award.

November 07, 2025

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The Office of Communications and Marketing has created a new Conference Toolkit designed to help faculty and staff prepare for events and presentations.

November 07, 2025

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As part of our ongoing efforts to enhance AU Access, the Office of Information Technology will soon be updating how students, advisors and faculty access registration and academic tools.

November 06, 2025

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The deadline for faculty to submit proposals for sabbatical opportunities to tenured faculty members is Friday, November 21.

November 06, 2025

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Auburn Financial Management Association students from business and engineering excel in high-stakes competitions.

November 05, 2025

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Learn how to request a Conduct Record Verification for graduate school, study abroad or other admissions opportunities.

November 05, 2025

Students at North Mobile Christian School stand together in their classroom with new pencil toys from University Writing..

National Day on Writing is observed each year to celebrate writing in all forms. University Writing marked the occasion with outreach on campus and across the state.

November 05, 2025

An aerial sunset view over fall foliage at Crooked Oaks

Crooked Oaks will host an Inaugural Leaf & Lodge Tour on Saturday, Nov. 15, in Notasulga, Alabama. The open house and self-guided walking tour will offer visitors a chance to experience scenic fall landscapes while enjoying Crooked Oaks' historic legacy and property.

November 05, 2025

Samford Hall Clocktower at Auburn University

Auburn University implements key initiatives to align with the Stop Campus Hazing Act and reinforce its commitment to student safety.

November 04, 2025

EDM Awards

The Auburn University Samuel Ginn College of Engineering's Office of Communications and Marketing was recently honored with 18 Education Digital Marketing Awards — including nine Gold Awards — for its work promoting the college as the best student-centered engineering experience in America.

November 04, 2025