Philanthropy and Support
An Auburn faculty member and students work lead a community member through physical therapy exercises

Supported by the generosity of the Auburn Family, Auburn's distinctive physical therapy program is grounded by experiential learning and meaningful community impact and fueled by real-world research.

October 17, 2024

Sue Pearson, Kelly Buckingham, and Molly McNulty

Following her recent 100th birthday, Sue Pearson reflects on her time at Auburn and the room that will be named in her honor in the College of Education's new building.

October 17, 2024

Emily Kling is shown wearing a red shirt at the Kreher and Preserve Nature Center

Emily Kling owes her love of nature to hikes she took with her grandfather in the 1950s. Today, Kling's volunteer work and philanthropy are helping make the outdoors more accessible to a new generation of nature lovers in Auburn.

October 07, 2024

Carlita Lett-Blades headshot

Alumna Carlita Lett-Blades on career, mentorship and paving the path for Harbert students, including her dedication to giving back to the Harbert College of Business.

October 02, 2024

Music student plays guitar in the Lucky Man Studio

Support from the Auburn Family is driving the creation of Auburn's first recording studio and it will be the fuel that propels the studio to reach its greatest potential.

September 22, 2024

Students receive T-shirts from Aubie during a First 56 event

The Auburn Family's generosity makes many Student Affairs programs and initiatives possible.

September 16, 2024

Major General Livingston smiles and waves to the crowd in a footballs stadium

Major General James E. Livingston, the only Auburn graduate to receive the Medal of Honor, was honored as the Gameday Hero during the Tigers' football game on Saturday, Sept. 7.

September 09, 2024

Sean Forbes is a professor of educational psychology in Auburn’s College of Education and the executive director of O Grows

From the beginning, O Grows in Opelika, Alabama, has focused on community, partnership and philanthropy — people helping people.

June 28, 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

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

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

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