Remembering the long-lost tradition and tribulations of Auburn freshmen “Rats.”
Auburn History
They Still Do That? The Evolution of Auburn University Traditions
From rolling trees with toilet paper to jumping in fountains on Leap Day, the history surrounding some of Auburn’s most beloved traditions may surprise you.
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.
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.
How Auburn’s Modern Art Collection Helped Found A Museum
A Georgia O’Keeffe for 50 bucks? The unbelievable saga of how Auburn purchased 36 controversial masterpieces and opened a world-class art museum for the 21st century.
Auburn Rugby Club’s Rise to Greatness
For decades, Auburn’s Rugby Club fought for relevance as much as victory. Then they were national champions.
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More Auburn History Stories
80 Years of Infamy: Pearl Harbor and Auburn’s Turning Point
An alumnus’ life mirrors the changes that Auburn—and the nation—underwent because of WWII.
WEGL celebrates 50 years
Fifty years ago, WEGL 91.1 crackled to life in the first floor of Haley Center. This is the story of how an idea became a radio station, and how that station became a powerful voice for Auburn students.
Pat Dye: Auburn Man
Auburn sports legend Bo Jackson remembers Pat Dye.
An Experiment That Had to Work
2019 marks the 50-year anniversary of the integration of Auburn University athletics. History-makers, then and now, tell their stories of leveling the playing field on the Plains.
The History of Aubie the Tiger
There are icons, and then there is Aubie. More than a mascot, more than a symbol, Auburn University’s king of clowning around occupies a unique place in the pantheon of collegiate spirit. The nine-time National Mascot Champion and first-ballot inductee into the Mascot Hall of Fame is the spirit of Auburn. This is his story.