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Auburn University enrolls record number of National Merit Scholars
9:24 AM, January 26, 2012
AUBURN - Auburn University is ranked second nationally out of 145 public institutions in the enrollment of National Merit Scholars, the university's Office of Enrollment Services announced this week. The rankings are included in the recently released 2010-2011 National Merit Scholarship Corporation Annual Report.
Auburn is first in the Southeastern Conference among public institutions and second, behind Vanderbilt, among all Southeastern Conference institutions. Auburn ranked ninth overall out of the 359 institutions where these scholars are enrolled, with Chicago, USC, Harvard, Northwestern, Vanderbilt, Washington-St. Louis, Oklahoma and Yale ranked higher. Only Oklahoma was ranked above Auburn among all public institutions.
Auburn enrolled 181 new scholars this summer and fall, which is a 35 percent increase over last year's number of 134. Auburn moved up from third in the SEC and 16th overall last year.
Auburn's 181 National Merit Scholars are from 23 states and are enrolled in all of the university's 10 undergraduate colleges and schools.
"This achievement reflects a commitment by Auburn University to enroll some of the most outstanding students our state and nation have to offer," said Velda Rooker, director of university scholarships. "We are pleased that so many accomplished students recognize this commitment, along with the quality of Auburn's faculty and nationally ranked programs, and have chosen to become part of the Auburn family."
Auburn also enrolled a record 45 National Achievement Scholars from 19 states, an 80 percent increase over last year. The students are enrolled in five of Auburn's undergraduate colleges and schools.
The National Merit Scholarship Corporation is an independent, not-for-profit organization that conducts the National Merit Scholarship Program and the National Achievement Scholarship Program as annual competitions for recognition and undergraduate scholarships.
More information about Auburn's program for National Merit Scholars is available at http://www.auburn.edu/scholarship/national-scholars.html. General information about Auburn University scholarships is available at http://www.auburn.edu/scholarship.
(Written by Katherine Harding.)
Contact: Velda Rooker, Enrollment Services, (334) 844-7570 (scholar@auburn.edu), or
Mike Clardy, Office of Communications and Marketing, (334) 844-9999 (clardch@auburn.edu)
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Applications now available for the W. James Samford, Jr. Memorial Scholarship
Applications are being accepted for the W. James Samford Jr. '72 Memorial Scholarship. Eligible students must be enrolled full-time at Auburn University and be a junior in good standing, successfully passing no less than 61 and no more than 89 Auburn semester hours. While this scholarship is not awarded solely on academic achievement, a student's academic performance will be considered. Therefore, the student must have a minimum 3.0 cumulative, unadjusted Auburn GPA to be considered. One scholarship will be awarded at $10,000 for 2012. Completed applications should be submitted to the Office of University Scholarships, located in 115 Quad Center, before Jan. 17. For an online version of the application, click here. For more information, contact the Office of University Scholarships by phone at 844-7570 or by email at scholar@auburn.edu.
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Auburn named a top 50 public university for 19th consecutive year in U.S. News survey
7:52 AM, September 13, 2011
AUBURN - Auburn University is ranked 36th among public universities nationwide, up from 38th last year, according to an annual survey released by U.S. News & World Report today. The ranking marks the 19th consecutive year the magazine has ranked Auburn among the nation's top 50 public universities.
Auburn also improved its ranking among all universities, coming in 82nd nationally, up from 85th in 2010. Its College of Business undergraduate program ranked 27th among the nation’s public institutions and 46th overall.
"It is certainly an honor to be recognized by our peers as a leading business school and serves as a testament to our outstanding students and faculty," said Bill Hardgrave, dean of the College of Business and Wells Fargo Professor. "While we are pleased to maintain our position as a top 30 public business school in the U.S., we will continue to look for ways to build and improve upon the undergraduate business program and the educational experience provided to our students."
The Samuel Ginn College of Engineering ranked 57th among universities offering doctoral programs in engineering.
"This ranking is a reflection of the quality and work ethic of our faculty and students. Despite the tough economy and tight resources we continue to excel in the classroom and laboratory," said Larry Benefield, dean of the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering. "I am proud of the fact that Auburn Engineering ranks second among publically funded SEC peer institutions."
Rankings of other programs are released at various times during the year by U.S. News & World Report.
"While no calculation can ever capture what is most essential and alive about a college or university, it is always good to have confirmation of the challenging and supportive environment that Auburn provides for learning," said Drew Clark, director of Auburn's Office of Institutional Research and Assessment.
Among land-grant universities, Auburn ranks 19th.
Auburn is also included in the magazine's list of A-Plus Schools for B Students, which identifies schools that admit solidly prepared high-school students and do a good job of helping them advance toward their educational goals.
To establish its rankings U.S. News categorizes colleges and universities primarily by mission and, in some cases, region. The magazine then gathers data from each on up to 16 indicators of institutional resources and quality, assigning each factor a weight that reflects the magazine's judgment about how much each measure matters.
The indicators the magazine staff uses to capture academic quality fall into seven categories: academic reputation among its peers, retention of students, faculty resources, student selectivity, financial resources, alumni giving, and (for national universities and liberal arts colleges) the graduation rate performance, or the difference between the proportion of students expected to graduate and the proportion who actually do.
The 2012 edition of U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges will be on newsstands Sept. 20.
(Contributed by Mike Clardy.)
Contact: Mike Clardy, (334) 844- 9999 (clardch@auburn.edu), or
Deedie Dowdle (334) 844-9999 (dowdldk@auburn.edu)
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Auburn University posts record enrollment, highest freshman ACT scores
1:38 PM, September 9, 2011
AUBURN – Auburn University has achieved its highest enrollment in history this fall, and its freshman class boasts the top ACT score of any previous class, according to numbers released today by Auburn's Office of Institutional Research and Assessment.
Enrollment is 25,469 among all student groups – undergraduates, graduate students and those enrolled in professional schools – up from 25,078 in fall 2010. Auburn has students from all 50 states and from 79 foreign countries.
New freshman enrollment consists of 4,202 students, just two fewer that last year's record class. The class compiled an average score of 27.2 on the ACT college entrance exam, outpacing last year's then-record of 26.9. They also earned an average high school grade point average of 3.81, up from 3.79 last year.
"Auburn University's outstanding academic programs, faculty and student body continue to attract record numbers of prospective students to our campus," said Cindy Singley, director of University Recruitment. "Once they are here and experience the Auburn Family, they want to be a part of it too!"
National Merit Scholar enrollment is 181, up 47 from last year. National Achievement Scholar enrollment is 45, up 20 from last year. This year’s class of National Scholars represents 32 states, compared to 27 last year.
At the bachelor's degree level, enrollment is 20,446, up 225 from last year. Post-baccalaureate enrollment is 5,023, up 166 from last year. This category comprises 1,018 professional students in the schools of pharmacy and veterinary medicine, up 3.6 percent, and 4,005 graduate students in other programs. The graduate student enrollment is a 3.4 percent increase above the 2010 figure of 3,874.
The numbers reported are official enrollment numbers, calculated after the 15th class day of every fall semester.
Contact: Drew Clark, (334) 844-4765 (clarkj3@auburn.edu), or
Mike Clardy, (334) 844-9999 (clardch@auburn.edu)
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Auburn student awarded Udall Scholarship for Excellence in National Environmental Policy
12:43 PM, April 1, 2011
AUBURN - Mobile native Nathan Warner, a biosystems engineering student in Auburn University's Samuel Ginn College of Engineering, has been selected as one of 80 recipients from 61 universities for a Morris K. and Stewart L. Udall Scholarship for Excellence in National Environmental Policy. Scholars were selected on the basis of commitment to careers in the environment, health care or tribal public policy; leadership potential; and academic achievement.
Warner, who is also pursuing a minor in sustainability, is strongly committed to alleviating poverty, which complements his dedication to a sustainable environment. The focus of his honors thesis is the provision of safe water and sanitation to those most affected by poverty and hunger. He is a member of the Honors College, the Committee of 19 and co-founder of the Auburn chapter of "Engineers without Borders." Warner will use the $5,000 Udall Scholarship to fund his senior year at Auburn.
"It's definitely an honor to be recognized with the top student leaders in sustainability from around the country," Warner said. "Getting involved with sustainability-related student organizations has truly shaped my goals and passions in life. There are so many inspiring students involved with these initiatives that I truly believe are going to change the world. I am just blessed to be a part of these wonderful opportunities at Auburn. I have a feeling that there will be many more Udall Scholars from this university within the next few years."
"Nathan stands out as someone who has taken the lead to bring environmental and global awareness to the attention of the student body," said Paul Harris, associate director of the Honors College. "He embodies the characteristics of a servant-leader on the Auburn campus which call us to serve a higher purpose, to work for a common good, and to seek to improve the lives of those most in need."
This year's class of Udall Scholars was selected from 510 candidates nominated by 231 colleges and universities. They will assemble Aug. 3-7, in Tucson, Ariz., to receive their awards and meet policymakers and community leaders in environmental fields, tribal health care and governance.
Established by Congress in 1992 to honor Morris K. Udall's 30 years of service in the House of Representatives and enhanced by Congressional action in 2009 to honor Stewart L. Udall's vast public service, the Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation is dedicated to educating a new generation of Americans to preserve and protect their national heritage through scholarship, fellowships and internship programs focused on environmental and Native American issues.
(Submitted by Carol Nelson.)
Contact: Carol Nelson, (334) 844-9999 (nelsoc4@auburn.edu), or
Mike Clardy, (334) 844-9999 (clardch@auburn.edu)
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Auburn University junior named Barry M. Goldwater Scholar
3:26 PM, March 31, 2011
AUBURN - Emily Brennan, a junior in Auburn University's College of Agriculture, has been chosen as a 2011 Barry M. Goldwater Scholar. The scholarship, given to only about 300 students nationwide each year, is widely considered the most prestigious award in the United States for undergraduates in science, technology, engineering and mathematics disciplines.
Brennan, an animal science major, conducts research in Professor Geoffrey Hill's laboratory in the College of Sciences and Mathematics' Department of Biological Sciences.
"I'm honored to receive the Goldwater Scholarship," said Brennan, a native of Jacksonville, Fla. "When I came to Auburn, I had not planned to do research, but I really enjoy it. I hope to enroll in veterinary school and continue research there and in my career."
Her research involves enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays on eggs collected from House Finch bird nests to test for antibodies to the bacterium, Mycoplasma gallisepticum. The goal is to determine the role of maternal effects - the ability of mothers to pass helpful substances to their offspring at birth - in the adaptation of House Finch populations.
Hill said, "It is a rare privilege to supervise an undergraduate student as bright, motivated and talented as Emily. She is doing graduate-level work as a junior, and will be leading a new project on gene expression in my lab this summer."
Brennan has a 3.96 grade point average and is a member of the Auburn University Honors College. She is secretary of the College of Agriculture Ambassadors; president of the Auburn Rowing Club; and a member of the Auburn Undergraduates Committed to Veterinary Medical Bioscience Research and Training program.
"It was a pleasure assisting Emily with her Goldwater application," said Paul Harris, associate director of the Honors College. "Though she has always been interested in science with the goal of becoming a veterinarian, it wasn't until she became involved in Dr. Hill's lab as a Cellular and Molecular Biosciences Undergraduate Research Scholar that she decided to combine research science with veterinary medicine."
Honorable mention
Auburn student Bianca Williams received honorable mention during the 2011 Goldwater Scholarship selection process, one of only 50 students nationwide to enjoy this distinction. Williams, under the direction of Assistant Professor Elizabeth Lipke in the Department of Chemical Engineering, conducts research on heart repair and lost or damaged cardiac cells. She investigates hydrogel-based microcarrier design for directing and facilitating the differentiation of stem cells into cardiomyocytes.
She is one of 20 students to receive an Auburn Undergraduate Research Fellowship. She tutors for Auburn's AT&T Minority Engineering Program and is treasurer and national convention chairperson for the National Society of Black Engineers.
Contacts: Mike Clardy, (334) 844-9999 (clardch@auburn.edu), or
Charles Martin, (334) 844-9999 (marticd@auburn.edu)
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Auburn University named Scholarship Provider of the Year
2:25 PM, December 11, 2009
AUBURN - Auburn University was named Scholarship Provider of the Year at the 2009 National Scholarship Providers Association Annual Conference in New Orleans for its Provost Leadership Undergraduate Scholar program.
The award was presented in recognition of the Office of Diversity and Multicultural Affairs' PLUS program, which provides academic and social support to students pursuing their undergraduate studies at Auburn University. The PLUS program provides an $8,000 four-year, renewable scholarship at $2,000 per academic year, and has been developed to complement the goals of the Auburn University Strategic Diversity Plan.
"This award is a great honor and tribute to Auburn University," said Associate Provost for Diversity and Multicultural Affairs Overtoun Jenda. "We are really excited for the PLUS students and dedicated staff who have made it possible for the PLUS program to receive nationwide recognition. We thank our corporate donors, alumni and friends, whose generosity and support have made the PLUS program possible and continue to have such great success."
PLUS includes a retention program that provides peer mentoring, leadership opportunities and training, time management and study skills, tutoring and counseling services, and an opportunity for participants to enroll together in a series of classes throughout their freshman and sophomore years. The program has benefited 125 students since its inception in 2006. Of those students, 55 are first generation college students.
The Scholarship Provider of the Year award includes a $2,500 cash prize, recognition at the NSPA conference and on their Web site, a plaque and an invitation to present a session at next year's conference.
Auburn University awarded more than $33 million in scholarships for the 2009-2010 academic year. Sixty-five percent of all freshmen who enrolled and 27 percent of all enrolled students received scholarships, compared to last year's 56 percent and 23 percent, respectively. Overall scholarship amounts awarded by the university have increased by more than $18 million over the last four years.
Contact: Velda Rooker, (334) 844-7570 (rookelv@auburn.edu) or
Mike Clardy, (334) 844-9999 (clardch@auburn.edu)
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Auburn University’s Anderson awarded Rhodes Scholarship
10:35 AM, November 23, 2009
AUBURN - Since arriving at Auburn in 2006, Jordan Anderson has been training with NCAA and SEC champions, along with Olympic medalists, to become the best swimmer he could be and a contribute to Auburn's decorated swimming and diving program.
Upon his graduation in May, Anderson will study with some of the best and brightest in the country, as he was awarded one of 32 Rhodes Scholarships, becoming Auburn's first Rhodes Scholar since 1980.
"This is a huge honor, and goes without any kind of question that I'm extremely happy," Anderson said. "It is something I am very proud of. I would not have made it this far without the help of the Auburn education I've received and the great and influential people at this university that have helped me obtain this level of maturity."
The Rhodes Scholarship was created in 1902 at the request of Cecil Rhodes and is the oldest international fellowship.
It is given to students who possess high academic attainments, personal integrity and high-moral character, leadership and the ability to use one's talents to the fullest.
Anderson is the fourth Auburn University student to be named a Rhodes Scholar and the first in almost 30 years. He joins the ranks of Auburn's Hugh Long (1949), Ed Gentles (1975) and Susan Karamanian (1980) to be honored with the scholarship, and will do graduate work at the Oxford University in England.
"I am so happy for Jordan," head swimming and diving coach Brett Hawke said. "This is an amazing accomplishment, and I'm very proud to have him as the team captain and leader in the classroom and in the pool. He is a fantastic kid and is very deserving."
"Being named a Rhodes Scholar is an enormous honor for Jordan and a tremendous credit to Auburn University and our National Champion swimming and diving team," Athletic Director Jay Jacobs said. "Jordan is an accomplished scholar and a tremendous
competitor in the pool. He embodies all of the Rhodes Scholar criteria, including scholastic attainment, use of his athletic talents to the fullest, strong character and an instinct to lead. We are proud of Jordan for this incredible accomplishment."
Anderson enters his senior year as a returning All-American and a member of the 2009 NCAA Championship team. He is a two-time SEC runner-up in the 100 fly and was a finalist in the 100m fly at the 2009 U.S. Senior National Championships, finishing sixth.
The Roanoke, Va., native is also a College Swim Coaches Association of America Academic All-American and a two-time SEC Academic Honor Roll member. Anderson currently holds a 3.91 grade-point average and is majoring in pre-dentistry.
"We all felt that Jordan exemplified the ideal of the Rhodes Scholarship and was a worthy candidate," Associate Director for National Prestigious Scholarships at Auburn Paul Harris said.
Anderson began his application for the scholarship in late August with the aid of Harris. After being named a District Seven finalist, Anderson traveled to Birmingham on Friday to begin a two-day interview process with 12 other finalists from Tennessee, Alabama and Florida.
After a Friday night dinner and a 20-minute interview session on Saturday morning, Anderson and the other finalists played the waiting game for the decision.
"There were so many great and qualified candidates and to be in that company was a great honor," Anderson said. "When they announced my name, I was overwhelmed at first but then felt very honored and excited."
At Oxford, Anderson plans to enroll in a master's degree program in global health science, which is a program geared towards gaining an understanding of the health conditions in third-world countries.
With a combination of his education here at Auburn and at Oxford, Anderson hopes to pursue a life in medical mission work.
"The long-term goal is to give me a better understanding of the problems in countries that I want to one day work in," Anderson said. "With the help of a future dental degree, I'd like to develop medical solutions from a dental perspective."
For a complete listing of this year's Rhodes Scholarship recipients, click to http://www.rhodesscholar.org/press.
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Auburn University debuts new collegiate license plate design
7:46 AM, August 24, 2009
AUBURN - Auburn University has introduced a new design for its collegiate license plates to be available in late August or early September.
Proceeds from the sale of Auburn University license plates in Alabama go to the Auburn University "License to Learn" Scholarship Endowment Fund, a statewide program that raises funds for freshmen scholarships. Approximately $1.2 million in scholarships was awarded in 2008-09.
The state requires the collegiate license plate designs to be changed every five years. Auburn University's new design features the interlocking AU logo on the left side of the tag, an orange gradient at the bottom and a blue gradient at the top, with "Auburn" in orange at the top of the tag. The new design will allow for six characters; past designs have had space for only five. This will allow for additional personalization options.
Several new designs were considered, but in the end, Auburn alums voiced their opinions via a survey and one design in particular was overwhelmingly the favorite.
"I appreciate the university asking Auburn in-state alumni to participate in choosing the new tag design," said Debbie Shaw, vice president of alumni affairs. "Our alums love to show their support of Auburn and what better place than on the highways every day."
Auburn University collegiate license plates will be available at local county license offices in late August or early September. Since all counties will not receive the tags at the same time, those interested in purchasing the tags are encouraged to call first. Both numbered and personalized tags are available. The cost for either one is $50 above the normal tag cost of $24.25. Collegiate license plates may be purchased at any time, regardless of the individual's tag renewal month.
To search for or reserve a personalized tag message online, go to the Web site for the Alabama Department of Revenue, Motor Vehicle Division, at www.alabamainteractive.org/dorpt/UserTagChoice.str beginning Sept. 1.
Auburn tags are also available in Georgia, Tennessee, Virginia, Mississippi and South Carolina. New Auburn University tags will be available this fall in North Carolina. Sales from the South Carolina and North Carolina tags also benefit scholarships.
For more information on Auburn's car tag program, go to www.auburn.edu/cartags, or call the Auburn University Alumni Affairs office at (334) 844-2586.
For a high resolution image of the new Auburn University car tag, go to http://wireeagle.auburn.edu/multimedia/cartag09.jpg.
Contact: Debbie Shaw, (334) 844-1134 (shawdeb@auburn.edu), or
Mike Clardy, (334) 844-9999 (clardch@auburn.edu)
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