Auburn Family

Over six decades Carol Byrd '59 has made yoga a cornerstone of her life and shared its restorative possibilities with countless others.

May 11, 2026

Stacy Brown, a 1999 Auburn alumna, founder of Chicken Salad Chick and co-owner of Botanic, was awarded the 2026 Horst Schulze Award for Excellence in Hospitality.

An upscale evening was brought to life and made possible by 33 students in the Horst Schulze School of Hospitality Management at the 2026 Hospitality Gala held the evening of Thursday, April 23 at The Hotel at Auburn University and Dixon Conference Center. Honoring an icon in the field of hospitality, the evening was centered around Stacy Brown, a 1999 Auburn alumna, founder of Chicken Salad Chick and co-owner of Botanic, who was awarded the 2026 Horst Schulze Award for Excellence in Hospitality.

May 08, 2026

Jack Rossenhammer is pictured holding his coach of the year award as it

Leadership is something Jack Rosenhammer not only studies in the classroom. He practices it every day — many times while on ice. A graduate student in Auburn's College of Education, Rosenhammer recently earned the Women's College Hockey South Coach of the Year award.

May 08, 2026

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Character actor Michael O'Neill, whose career spans everything from "Transformers" to "Grey's Anatomy," led realistic auditioning workshops for Auburn Theatre & Dance students this spring.

May 08, 2026

From left, Auburn graduate students Megan Woodall, Emma Wingfield, Sawyer Hopkins and Caitlyn Daniels stand in a cotton farm in Queensland, Australia.

From cotton and peanuts to sugarcane and macadamias, four Auburn University graduate students recently studied how producers in Queensland, Australia, tackle many of the same challenges faced by growers in the southeastern United States—through an international tour with the Alabama Extension agronomic crops team.

May 08, 2026

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A 2013 Harbert College of Business graduate, Jordan Wilson has created Sap's, a hydration drink that supports how people function in their day-to-day lives and is not solely made for workout recovery. Since launching in 2023, his company is growing rapidly and has attracted interest from an NFL team.

May 06, 2026

Aubie2 is introduced at the 2026 VEX World Championships.

Aubie2, a team representing the Auburn Robotics Club, recently won the 2026 VEX Robotics World Championships in St. Louis. Squaring off against top teams from around the world, the squad of freshmen and sophomores emerged on top of what Guinness World Records calls the largest robotics competition on the planet — and inspiring the next generation of robotics enthusiasts in the process.

May 03, 2026

Person kneels at an archaeological excavation site, brushing soil from stone ruins while other excavators work along a low stone wall in the background.

Honors alumna Maggie Tennant reflects on her time at Auburn University and in the Honors College, starting with her arrival in the fall of 2019, which didn't begin in a lecture hall - it began with service.

April 27, 2026

Blue angels flying over Samford Hall.

Thanks to Commander Lilly Montana, the Blue Angels' spectacular, smoke-laced lap around Auburn University Thursday morning may rank as the coolest homecoming ever.

April 24, 2026

Brock Hanson wearing a denim shirt holds a notebook while standing in a softly lit hallway, looking at the camera.

Auburn alumnus Brock Hanson '13 helped capture the breakthrough that became the heart of “Makayla's Voice,” an award-winning documentary acquired by Netflix.

April 20, 2026

Katlyn Roland

When you receive life-changing treatment at hospitals and medical clinics, it's not just the doctors and nurses who are responsible – you're also experiencing the work Health Services Administration professionals like Katlyn Roland do every day to ensure quality care.

April 16, 2026

A group of 16 award winners smile for a photo, awards in hand

Andrew Wallis, a student pursuing a bachelor's degree in interdisciplinary studies from University College, Marissa Pellis, a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine candidate from the College of Veterinary Medicine, and Professor of Practice Jan Hume from the College of Liberal Arts have been selected as this year's Algernon Sydney Sullivan Award winners.

April 15, 2026

Black and white photo from 1984 Auburn Greek Week

From higher education publication design to flagship watercrafts, Auburn's alumni have been combining design expertise with business prowess for decades.

April 14, 2026

eagle in stadium

Once grounded by a serious injury, this Golden Eagle's stadium soar is a powerful reminder of why raptor education, rehabilitation and conservation matters.

April 13, 2026

Scott Peek and Amy Miller of Standard Deluxe lean against an old blue pickup truck.

Mixing artistic ingenuity with a welcoming southern charm, Scott Peek has built a renowned design and silkscreen print shop, music venue and artistic gathering place in small-town Waverly, Ala.

April 13, 2026

Models show off the Spunk mini collection at the 2026 Fashion Event

After months of perfecting every small detail in anticipation of Auburn University's premier fashion showcase, the 15th annual Fashion Event titled, “Full Circle” featured an array of colorful general, mini and capstone collections all brought to life on the runway by College of Human Sciences Department of Consumer and Design Sciences students on Thursday, April 2.

April 13, 2026

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Alabama Cooperative Extension System (ACES) director Eve Brantley joins the Everything Auburn Podcast to preview Alabama Extension Week, April 12-18.

April 12, 2026

The first crewed mission into deep space since 1972. The first eyes to see the far side of the moon in over half a century. The farthest humans have ever been from Earth. The foundation of NASA's fantastically ambitious Moon to Mars architecture. From its April 1 launch to its April 10 splashdown, Artemis II, the historic latest chapter of America's legacy in space, was a near-perfect page-turner. Here, in their own words, are just a few of the hundreds of Auburn Engineers who helped write it.

April 10, 2026

A hunting guide holds a waterfowl call to his mouth while looking upward out of a hunting blind.

It's been all focus and feathers for Auburn University alumnus Spencer Parker since graduating from the Plains. Transforming a lifetime's passion into a career in guided hunting and shooting sports changed the trajectory of his life, allowing for unique professional growth, critical thinking and fun. Today, he leads others in experiencing their own outdoor passions while providing top-tier hospitality and expertise. Parker says that if it wasn't for Auburn, his journey might have looked significantly different.

April 10, 2026

Illustration of a flower with a chess piece in the center

Environmental Design Assistant Professor Eilís Finnegan has been named the 2025 Architectural Visionary of the Year.

April 10, 2026

Kelia Browder is pictured holding an award while standing in front of a marketing banner.

Auburn College of Education doctoral student Kelia Browder was recently honored as the Principal of the Year by the Alabama Education Association Administrator Division, an award that reflects her deep commitment to students, educators and rural communities across Alabama.

April 08, 2026

A group of students hold up signs with numbers reading

Dancing and hospital stays don't usually share a spotlight — but one Auburn organization is proving they're the perfect pair.

April 02, 2026

Bradley DeBose

Liberal Arts alumnus Bradley DeBose '10 never quits. As a successful architecture professional, he's never quit on a project, a chance to help people or an opportunity to support young professionals.

March 27, 2026

Models are shown during the 2025 Fashion Event.

After the successful debut of The Fashion Event at the Jay and Susie Gogue Performing Arts Center in 2025 that brought more than 1,200 attendees to see Auburn University's premier fashion showcase, this year's edition returns to the Gogue where College of Human Sciences Consumer and Design Sciences students will take center stage Thursday, April 2.

March 27, 2026

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Tiger Giving Day connects the Auburn Family to purpose-driven projects, driving meaningful change. Assistant director of cAUse marketing Lisa Lofland and adapted athletics director Robb Taylor breakdown the impact of Auburn's annual day of giving in this episode of the Everything Auburn Podcast.

March 19, 2026

Beth Thorne Stukes headshot

The distinction, only the 163rd honorary degree conferred in Auburn's 170-year history, recognizes Stukes' lifelong commitment to education, service and philanthropy and her lasting impact on the university and communities across Alabama.

March 18, 2026

Kennedy Chizik, physician assistant and College of Human Sciences alumna, speaks to a patient.

In response to the growing demand for well-prepared applicants to health-related graduate programs, Auburn University's College of Human Sciences offers pre-health pathways that equip students with the academic foundation and hands-on experience needed for careers in the medical field.

March 13, 2026

Dylan Thomas and his wife, Hannah, pose with their bird dogs in a field.

Dylan Thomas had a change of heart during his undergraduate career at Auburn University. A new hobby led him to experience his true passion: outdoor recreation and bird dogs. With this newfound purpose brought adventures, expertise and a new career path within the outdoor recreation industry. As a graduate of Auburn's Wildlife Enterprise Management (WLEM) major, Thomas now returns to his alma mater to shepherd the next generation of wildlife enterprise professionals.

March 09, 2026

Stacy Brown, a 1999 Auburn alumna, founder of Chicken Salad Chick and co-owner of Botanic, will serve as the 2026 Horst Schulze Award for Excellence in Hospitality honoree.

Stacy Brown, a 1999 Auburn alumna, founder of Chicken Salad Chick and co-owner of Botanic, will be honored at this year's Hospitality Gala.

March 09, 2026

A man stands behind a podium, speaking with his hands held in front of him.

As a young child, Rehman Qureshi had a fascination with space travel and a dream of working for NASA, so he did what any ambitious kid would do: he went to the NASA career website, sorted by alphabetical order and decided he would become an aerospace engineer. Now, Qureshi is in his final semester of earning a doctorate in aerospace engineering, and his ambitious nature hasn't slowed down.

March 03, 2026

A bakery display case filled with loaves of specialty sourdough, honey whole wheat, and other baked goods, each labeled with small signs and prices.

Stinson Breads has become a community hub for area residents who yearn for the European bread and pastry culture that is usually absent in the deep South.

March 03, 2026

Class of 2026 inductees associated with the university included (L-R) Lloyd Pitts, ’83 civil engineering; Jonathan Pettus, executive director of the Auburn University Applied Research Institute; Keith Jones, ’84 chemical engineering and ’86 electrical engineering; Barry Pike, ’83 and ’85 chemical engineering; and Glenn Rolader, president, CEO and co-founder of Integrated Solutions for Systems Inc. (IS4S), a company headquartered in Huntsville with satellite offices in Auburn and Opelika, which was selected in the corporation category.

The State of Alabama Engineering Hall of Fame inducted seven individuals — including three Auburn University alumni and one Auburn University staff member — and one corporation during a ceremony Feb. 28 at the Bryant Center in Tuscaloosa.

March 02, 2026

Charlotte Baker

Charlotte Baker, a 2022 Auburn alumna who received her Bachelor of Science in child life, passed away Dec. 25, 2025, after a courageous battle with brain cancer. Her family established the Charlotte C. Baker Endowed Scholarship to help future Auburn students wishing to pursue a degree in child life in her honor.

February 27, 2026

A woman sits in a studio full of art, smiling at the camera as she works on a painting.

When Katie Cooper started working as an academic advisor for Auburn's College of Sciences and Mathematics, the last thing she expected was to contribute her artistic abilities to units across campus — but now, it's hard to find a person on the Plains who hasn't come into contact with Cooper's artwork.

February 26, 2026

Riley Johnson is being held in the air by several students in celebration after she was named Miss Auburn.

When College of Education student Riley Johnson heard her name announced as Miss Auburn recently during Auburn's beloved callouts tradition, the Elementary Education major was stunned.

February 24, 2026

Dr. Ruth Galbraith, center, dean emerita 1985 in the College of Human Sciences, is shown at an IQLA Lecture Series in 2022.

Dr. Galbraith, dean emerita 1985, was a pioneer who devoted 15 years of service to Auburn University, mainly serving as dean of what was then the School of Home Economics. She passed away Tuesday, Feb. 17, at the age of 102.

February 20, 2026

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When COVID-19 shut down Auburn's campus in 2020, Brooks Fuller didn't just pack up—he packed for thousands. Discover how this Auburn baseball alum and finance major turned a crisis into a booming college moving business, inspiring a new generation of entrepreneurs.

February 16, 2026

Two years ago, Harbert Business senior Paige Keener donated her bone marrow to a cancer patient she'd never met, and they recently got together on campus for a memorable visit.

February 16, 2026

Joseph Haslag

Joseph Haslag, the new department head for the Department of Economics, joined the College of Liberal Arts this year to drive the value of and demand for Auburn Economics degrees.

February 12, 2026

Riley Sue in Hey Day Market outside of the podcast booth.

In this episode of How Very Human Sciences, Nutrition Wellness alumna '24 Chef Riley Sue Walker shares how an unexpected diagnosis in 2016 redirected her life and ultimately led her to a career rooted in healing and fulfillment.

February 09, 2026

Photo of AIAs leadership members standing together for a photo

For Auburn's chapter of American Institute of Architecture Students, providing extracurricular programs and connections between year-levels, faculty and professionals is key to creating a community of future architects.

February 05, 2026

A woman dressed in a fancy skirt suit set with a matching hat and gloves smiles for the camera.

When Lisa Burdette graduated from the College of Education in 1982, the last place she expected her career to take her was professional development. Now, she's the owner of The Dallas School of Etiquette and author of the popular advice column, Burdet-tiquette.

February 04, 2026

The three winners hold their awards, surrounded by four members of the board of directors

The Auburn University Parent & Family Association Board of Directors recently honored three faculty and staff members whose support of students exemplifies the Auburn Creed.

February 03, 2026

Leslie Harper Worthington poses in a stone window frame with her glasses and a book

Worthington's upcoming poetic memoir, “Why Would You Leave Me?” explores a childhood shaped by painful revelations about parentage and the confusion of growing up without steady guidance.

February 02, 2026

Maggie Haggerty in business attire posing for a photo on Auburn

Maggie Haggerty found her place at Auburn through her involvement in student organizations such as Mock Trial. Now she's creating community for students by leading the Women in Law organization.

January 30, 2026

Two men and two women smile for a photo in front of a Student Veterans of America backdrop.

For Madeline Graf, one of 10 finalists for national Student Veteran of the Year, everything ties back to a commitment to service — whether that's her nursing education, military service or involvement on campus.

January 30, 2026

A father and child play together in a therapist office.

Through outreach, compassion and innovation, Auburn is helping Alabama's families live healthier and happier lives.

January 28, 2026

Photo of a student in a hard hard pointing at a piece of wood in a large pnuematic press

Three colleges unite to advance mass timber construction, a faster, cheaper and more sustainable way to build houses and buildings.

January 26, 2026

Photo of a group of your female professionals posing after a clay shoot

When Sarah Carrico ‘20 arrived at Auburn as a freshman, she wasn't yet sure what direction her career would take.

January 26, 2026

Daniel smiles for a photo in the woods

A graduate of the College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment, Daniel Crawford develops investment strategies that benefit corporations, investors and timber landowners.

January 22, 2026