Other Questions

How do I get a security escort, and what are the hours of operation for the service?
Are freshmen allowed to have cars on campus?
Do I need a permit to park?
What is Tiger Transit and how do I use it?
How can I get home if I live out of the area?
I would like more information about computer accessibility and facilities on campus?
What if I need medical attention?
Does Auburn make accommodations for people with disabilities?
If I am having a hard time adjusting to college life who can I talk to?
What dining services are available to students?

How do I get a security escort, and what are the hours of operation?

City of Auburn Department of Public Safety offers security escort service daily between 6:00 p.m. and 2:00 a.m. Available to all students, faculty and staff, this service is primarily designed for those people who must walk between paring areas, residence halls, or places of study during these hours.

Escorts may be requested by calling AUDPS at (334) 501-3100 .

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Are freshmen allowed to have cars on campus?

Students may have cars as long as they are appropriately registered with the AU Parking Services and are parked in designated parking areas.

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Do I need a permit to park?

Yes. It is the responsibility of all students and employees of AU operating a vehicle on campus to register for and display parking permit as prescribed in the regulations.

For additional information, please visit AU Parking Services .

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What is Tiger Transit and how do I use it?

Tiger Transit provides transportation services to University students, faculty, administrators and staff.

The University's Tiger Transit system has eighteen bus routes that stop at major campus buildings, many apartment and residence complexes and various other locations around the city. Tuition and fees cover the cost of riding the buses.

To ensure that all members of the AU community can move around the campus as safety as possible, Tiger Transit also operates a security shuttle service.

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How do I get home if I live out of the area?

There are many ways for you to get home if you do not have a car. Express 85 provide traveling students a lift to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport . Round trip service to and from the Airport usually costs $55. Call Express 85 at (334) 887-8595.

Greyhound Lines also offers bus service to Auburn. There are several scheduled stops weekly.

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I would like more information about computer accessibility and facilities on campus.
The Office of Information Technology has information regarding computer labs, equipment lease and purchase, software and technical support. The Help Desk is available at (334)844-5555.

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What if I need medical attention?

Auburn University Medical Clinic is committed to providing a full range of primary care services for Auburn students. Services include initial diagnostic services for illnesses and injuries, follow-up assessment and treatment, women's health care, sports medicine and preventative care services. AUMC is affiliated with East Alabama Medical Center.

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Does Auburn make accommodations for people with disabilities?

If a student has any of the following, he or she is entitled to reasonable accommodations while attending Auburn University:

Impaired Mobility
Hearing Loss
Learning Disability
Visual Impairment
Attention Deficit Disorder
Addictive Disease
Psychological Disorder
Health Condition

To apply for services and accommodations:

Have disability documentation sent to the Program for Students with Disabilities Office , so a file will be started. The address is 1244 Haley Center, Auburn University, AL 36849. Current documentation by an appropriate professional is required. Call ahead to make an appointment to meet with a disability specialist and apply for services.

Contact your local Department of Vocational Rehabilitation Services office to determine if the student is eligible for any benefits under the federal program.

Call if you have any questions! The telephone number for the Program for Students with Disabilities is (334) 844-2096 (Voice/TDD).

Accommodations are individually determined and must be supported by disability documentation. It is the student's responsibility to request accommodations and provide documentation.

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If I am having a hard time adjusting to college life who can I talk to?

Student Counseling Services are available to all AU students on a short-term basis. Students in need of a long-term experience of 24 hr. coverage are referred to appropriate community resources. It is the goal of SCS to provide a safe, casual, yet professional environment where AU students will be comfortable in seeking counseling services for a wide variety of concerns. SCS offers individual counseling, based on a brief therapy model, to address the developmental concerns of AU students with an upward limit of ten (10) individual sessions per academic year. Typical problems include:

Depression
Anxiety
Relation Issues
Sexual Orientation Issues
Grief Issues
Stress
Eating Disorders
Interpersonal Difficulties

Student Counseling Services (SCS) is located in 400 Lem Morrison Dr. Regular hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Appointments can be arranged by calling (334) 844-5123.

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What dining services are available to students?

Whether you are studying, eating lunch, getting a snack, or socializing with friends, Auburn Dining has everything you need to fuel your TIGER SPIRIT!

Auburn Dining has 9 dining locations on campus, where you can grab a bite to eat, relax with friends and even check your email. Meal plans are available on campus at Terrell Dining Hall on "The Hill" area of campus, or you can use dining dollars, cash, credit/debit cards or the TigerCard at our retail locations, including Chick-fil-A, Starbucks and Pizza Hut.

For more information on Auburn Dining Services, please visit our website at AU Dining.

Last Updated: Oct. 25, 2010