Auburn Family
Allen Baynes

A '99 alumnus fulfilled his longtime dream by officiating his first career Super Bowl.

March 20, 2024

Videographers interview an athlete

Learn about the communication professor who explains the intersection of sports and social issues.

March 19, 2024

Drusilla Stinson, finalist for Custodian of the Year

Vote for Drusilla Stinson, a finalist for the Cintas national award.

March 15, 2024

Coach Robb Taylor stands smiling in a blue Auburn polo shirt, with Samford Hall shown behind his right shoulder.

Coach Robb Taylor reflects on Adapted Athletics' success at tournaments and on Tiger Giving Day.

March 12, 2024

Joanne Kim

Joanne Kim will start her career in international diplomacy following graduation.

March 11, 2024

Jason McKinley

Owner of a cybersecurity-first consulting firm, Jason McKinley has found what he needs most are employees with a specific skill set, but there is a gap between those who understand business and those who understand techonolgy. The young Harbert alumnus created two endowed scholarships in the college to address that talent gap.

March 11, 2024

Humsci 2024 Hospitality Gala Preview

Whip Triplett, a 1992 alumnus of Auburn's hotel and restaurant management program, will be recognized at the this year's Hospitality Gala, scheduled for April 18.

March 05, 2024

Rada Owen

Auburn alumnae Rada Owen trains Annette Bening for her Oscar-nominated performance in “Nyad.”

March 05, 2024

Rose McLarney

Power and truth inspired poet Rose McLarney's latest contribution and collection, “Killing the Negative” and “Colorfast.”

March 01, 2024

A group of veterans posing with Auburn and Alabama flags.

The Auburn Student Veterans Association helps student veterans transition from active duty to the college scene and raises money for veteran-based organizations and charities.

February 29, 2024

State of Alabama Engineering Hall of Fame inducts Class of 2024

The State of Alabama Engineering Hall of Fame inducted nine individuals — including four Auburn University alumni — and one corporation during a ceremony Feb. 24 at The Westin Huntsville.

February 26, 2024

Kate Higgins at a soundboard

Renowned voice actress, singer and pianist Kate Higgins '91 has built a career around using her voice to invigorate various projects.

February 26, 2024

A figure of Aubie is unveiled on the Auburn University campus

Auburn's beloved mascot was honored on Feb. 24 with the unveiling of a bronze figure depicting his likeness in front of the Harold D. Melton Student Center.

February 23, 2024

Man looking at distance with blurred background

The Southeastern Conference (SEC) recognizes faculty members with exceptional research and scholarship records annually. Professor and Associate Dean of Research and Graduate Studies Frank “Skip” Bartol is this year's representative for Auburn University.

February 21, 2024

Emily Day wearing regalia

Auburn junior Emily Day combines nonprofit and philanthropy studies and journalism to support and create organizations that help people.

February 21, 2024

Fred Gray, Civil Rights attorney, sitting for interview.

As Auburn commemorates 60 years of integration, Civil Rights lawyer Fred Gray discusses how he became a lawyer, defended Rosa Parks and helped desegregate Auburn by suggesting Harold Franklin enroll at Auburn.

February 20, 2024

Graphic promoting podcast with Sophia Groth

This week's segment of the Everything Auburn podcast focuses on Auburn's stellar gymnastics team. This episode features Auburn gymnastics phenom Sophia Groth.

February 19, 2024

There exists in the scientific community a small but growing contingent of materials engineers who regularly render their research into works of art. And it's official — Yeonjin Baek is one of the best.

February 16, 2024

five snapshots of five Auburn alumni

In coordination with the Office of Inclusion and Diversity, Auburn Agriculture is taking the month of February to recognize the past, present and future contributions made by the university's Black students, faculty and staff. Read the accomplishments made by some of our own alumni who all work to better the world of agriculture.

February 14, 2024

Woman kissing a man on the cheek.

From football games to chance meetings in the classroom, Auburn alums tell how they found love on the Plains.

February 13, 2024

Sydney Gwyn

Social work senior Sydney Gwyn wove her lifelong passion for helping others into a career in social sciences through an internship with the Air Force Civilian Service.

February 12, 2024

A family poses for a photo in the mountains of Colorado

Auburn University seniors Kelly Best and Amanda Zimmer were sorority sisters before they became stepsisters when their parents got married in June of 2021. Now, their bond is stronger than ever before as they enjoy their time on the Plains.

February 09, 2024

Moose

After beginning his career as an elite, Auburn-trained bomb detection dog, the yellow Lab spent nearly a decade working with Student Counseling and Psychological Services.

February 08, 2024

An astronaut in a space suit

Auburn alumna Kathryn Thornton received her bachelor's degree in physics from the College of Sciences and Mathematics before completing her doctorate in physics and four space missions.

February 08, 2024

man outside with nasa vest

Auburn University alumnus Joseph Pelfrey has been named the director of NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville. Pelfrey, who earned his bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering in 2000, will manage one of NASA's largest field installations in this role.

February 05, 2024

exterior shot of Jordan-Hare Stadium at Auburn University

Jordan-Hare Stadium will get a new scoreboard for the north end zone. The Auburn University Board of Trustees accepted the proposal from Auburn Athletics to replace the existing scoreboard at its Feb. 2 meeting, held on the campus of Auburn University at Montgomery.

February 05, 2024

Man lecturing in classroom

Auburn University's CFWE produces exceptional leaders. Four alumni share how Auburn helped to shape their current careers in academic leadership.

January 31, 2024

Rick and Carolyn Salanitri

Both avid Auburn supporters, alumni Rick and Carolyn Salanitri have given faithfully to Auburn University for more than three decades through their service on boards and support of initiatives and scholarships that directly impact student achievement.

January 17, 2024

Jaimi Tapp at the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

As director of operational readiness, Auburn Aviation alumna Jaimi Tapp's job is to make sure more than 100 million passengers move through the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport without issue.

January 16, 2024

A group of Auburn people in front of the steps to RBD Library

The same steps that Harold Franklin walked to integrate Auburn University 60 years ago served as the backdrop for a commemorative event on Jan. 9. A large group gathered in the atrium of the Mell Classroom Building, including a number of Auburn's “firsts,” like the families of Harold Franklin, Josetta Brittain Matthews and James Owens.

January 09, 2024

Harold Franklin registering for classes in 1964

Sixty years ago, Harold A. Franklin registered for classes at Auburn University, integrating the institution as its first African American student. His courage paved the way for future generations, and his legacy lives on today.

January 04, 2024

Members of the Cartner family stand with a Christmas tree in a field

Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, Cartner's Christmas Tree Farm has been named the “2024 Grand Champion Grower,” making them the official Christmas tree providers for the White House's Blue Room in the 2024 holiday season.

December 15, 2023

Tate Youngblood, Zach Card, Colin Beyersdorf and Weston Ball

Between the four of them, School of Communication and Journalism seniors Weston Ball, Colin Beyersdorf, Zach Card and Tate Youngblood share one apartment, dozens of involvement responsibilities and hundreds of Auburn memories.

December 14, 2023

Members of the Brodbeck family look at crops

If die-hard Auburn fans truly bleed orange and blue, then few families' blood likely features more of the Tiger colors than the Brodbeck clan, whose immediate family features seven Auburn graduates. But a blood test would also show another liquid running just as prominently through the Brodbecks' veins — coffee.

December 12, 2023

A man and woman toss graduation caps

Since immigrating to the United States from Pakistan in 2018, the husband-wife tandem of Hassan Raza Shah and Sakina Rubab Rizvi have called Auburn home, and now they're excited they can both call Auburn University their alma mater.

December 09, 2023

A graphic featuring multiple images, including a chimpanzee, the Sphinx in Egypt and French fries

From the Sphinx to space, flappers to French fries, Auburn's history is filled with stories that are too good to be true. Except they are.

December 06, 2023

Jackie Jags

Auburn public relations alumna Jackie Jags works every day to share Chick-fil-A's culture of care with the public.

December 05, 2023

Three people stand together in front of an Auburn College of Education backdrop

As a development coordinator in Auburn's College of Education, Kelly Buckingham stands out for her impact on others and attention to detail. Her co-workers like the fun atmosphere she brings to the office by way of her energy and sense of humor, and she plays music that keeps everyone grooving and productive.

December 05, 2023

A group of graduates at commencement

Nearly 1,900 students will participate in fall 2023 commencement ceremonies at Neville Arena on Dec. 9.

December 01, 2023

The Bailey siblings at Diani

If you've been on Auburn University's campus in the last decade, there's a good chance you've run into a Bailey. For 10 years, five siblings – Harlan, Kayla, Jakobi, Jordan and Diani Bailey – have excelled at Auburn.

November 30, 2023

A woman smiles at students as she helps them in school

Katie Forster is not only a fourth-generation alumna, she's also a current Auburn student, parent and faculty member teaching reading education in the College of Education.

November 29, 2023

The Melton Scholars Program Advisory Board stands together.

The Melton Scholars Program focuses on providing a supportive and enriching environment that empowers students to thrive academically, socially and personally.

November 28, 2023

Melody George-Jones and Mellany George

It's been 100 years since Maria Whitson made history as the first woman to graduate from the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering at Auburn University. Today, Auburn Engineering alumnae are still making waves across the state of Alabama.

November 27, 2023

Aubie Claus hangs an ornament on a Christmas tree

Come shop Aubie's favorite things! When you make a purchase from Aubie's Holiday Gift Guide, you are not only finding the perfect present for your loved one, you're also supporting Auburn departments, programs and student organizations.

November 27, 2023

A group of people walk together in front of Jordan-Hare Stadium

Auburn University and the University of Alabama are preparing for Operation Iron Ruck, a 151-mile journey from the Iron Bowl visiting team's stadium to the home team's arena, which will raise awareness for epidemic of veteran suicide.

November 20, 2023

Adrienne Duke-Marks

Adrienne Duke-Marks, an associate professor and Extension specialist in the College of Human Sciences, is the 2023 recipient of the Award for Excellence in Faculty Outreach. She was honored at the annual Auburn University Faculty Awards on Nov. 9.

November 20, 2023

Paul Mortimer is pictured

This week's segment of the Everything Auburn podcast involves a Zoom interview with Paul Mortimer, a resident of Westhoughton, England, who has become known on social media as the British Auburn Fan.

November 14, 2023

Paul Mortimer poses in his home

More than 4,100 miles away from the Plains of Auburn, Alabama, resides possibly one of the biggest Auburn University fans in the world. Meet Paul Mortimer, a resident of Westhoughton, England, who — interestingly and unexpectedly enough — became an Auburn fan 10 years ago not only for his interest in American football but mostly for that of another favorite American pastime.

November 14, 2023

A display featuring military memorabilia of Eugene Sledge

Auburn University's Veterans Resource Center (VRC) unveiled a new display featuring a World War II dress uniform worn by late Auburn alumnus and United States Marine Corps veteran Eugene B. Sledge at a special ceremony on campus Friday.

November 10, 2023

Student veteran Jordan Ninde fulfills his dream to attend Auburn

Jordan Ninde, a senior exercise science major, joined the U.S. Marine Corps a few months after his high school graduation. He left the military in 2020 and made his way to the Plains, fulfilling a dream 20 years in the making.

November 09, 2023