The Digital Auburn Magazine
Fall 2024 Magazine
Read about Auburn’s Vet Med partnership with the state of Kentucky, how the Gene Machine is driving to cure cancer, alumni bringing clean water to the world and the two NFL GMs who got their start on the Plains.
The Sound of Movie Magic
Postproduction sound designer, Scott Sanders, has been making noise in Hollywood for nearly four decades.
What Do Students Carry In Their Backpack?
This ever-present functional accessory is more than a carrier of books, it’s also an expression of a student’s personality, lifestyle and even goals.
Auburn’s Study Abroad Program Celebrates 20 Years
Through the Joseph S. Bruno Auburn Abroad in Italy program, Auburn students immerse themselves in the Italian way of life.
Fearless and Mostly True Auburn Stories
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.
Floyd the Barber Tribute Artist is Keeping “The Andy Griffith Show” Alive
IT specialist by day. Floyd the Barber by night. How Allan Newsome ’89 became the man behind all things Mayberry.
Artificial Intelligence and Auburn University
The future of machine learning is less about robots becoming sentient and more about helping humanity grow better crops or deliver a hotter latte. Auburn researchers are at the forefront of showing how AI will integrate into our everyday lives, one line of code at a time.
The Sound of Movie Magic
Postproduction sound designer, Scott Sanders, has been making noise in Hollywood for nearly four decades.
What Do Students Carry In Their Backpack?
This ever-present functional accessory is more than a carrier of books, it’s also an expression of a student’s personality, lifestyle and even goals.
Former Director of Urban Studio is Dreaming and Doing
For Cheryl Morgan ’74, the best plans are a good mix of doable and aspirational.
A Tip of the Cap: The Rookie Auburn Tiger (R.A.T.) Program
Remembering the long-lost tradition and tribulations of Auburn freshmen “Rats.”
Track ’em Tigers: An Inside Look Into Auburn’s RFID Lab
From corralling cows to locating your luggage, Auburn’s RFID Lab is helping companies and people track their most valued possessions.
Building Hope: Disaster Relief Architecture & Design
Combining faith and design, disaster response architect Sarah Elizabeth Dunn ’03 builds shelters for disaster-stricken communities around the world.
Strokes of Genius
Auburn Alumna Rada Owen trains Annette Bening for her Oscar-nominated performance in “Nyad.”
Fred Gray: Chief Counsel of the Civil Rights Movement
As Auburn commemorates 60 years of integration, Civil Rights lawyer Fred Gray discusses how he became a lawyer.
The Sound of Movie Magic
Postproduction sound designer, Scott Sanders, has been making noise in Hollywood for nearly four decades.
What Do Students Carry In Their Backpack?
This ever-present functional accessory is more than a carrier of books, it’s also an expression of a student’s personality, lifestyle and even goals.
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Food University
Addressing hidden student hunger at Auburn.
Personal Politics
International human rights are not just theoretical for Leila Rassekh-Milani ’89—they guide her global fight for justice and humanity.
Chaos Interrupted
Vince ’99 and Judy Price used the pandemic to set sail on their dreams.
The Shot Maker
Viral video maker goes from trick shots to slow-motion masterpieces.
Living the Creed
Alumni around the world live The Auburn Creed in remarkable ways. Meet three who have dedicated their lives to making an impact on others by serving the underserved and giving hope to the hopeless.
Making Change
Two Auburn entrepreneurs went from being banned on PayPal to building a better way to bank around the world.
House Rules
Through a Category 5 hurricane in his district and a worldwide pandemic, Florida Representative Jay Trumbull ’11 has led the Appropriations Committee overseeing the state’s $100 billion budget.
Minecraft
Two alumni build Auburn’s campus in Minecraft.
Transformation Garden
Transformation Garden creates learning, research and outreach opportunities.
Midterms
While presidential elections get most of the headlines, midterm elections often reveal the values and voters of the country.