How the Gene Machine is fighting breast cancer across Alabama.
Women of Auburn
Wildest Dreams
Author and New York Times writer Margaret Renkl looks for answers to societal ills in the harmony between humans and nature.
Data Defender
Stephanie Todd ’04 keeps your financial secrets safe at one of the world’s largest banks.
Auburn’s First African American Female Cheerleader Continues to Inspire
A onetime pioneer is still leading others long after hanging up her pom poms.
Auburn Alum and NBC Entertainment Correspondent, Chloe Melas, is Making News
A meeting at Auburn’s student-run television station launched Chloe Melas’ career as an entertainment news correspondent for VH1, CNN and NBC news.
The Teacher’s Coach
She wanted to be a physical therapist, but now Joy Gaston Gayles ’98 helps support and inspire a new generation of professors.
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More Women of Auburn Stories
Dating Advice from Auburn’s Bachelorette
Charity Lawson ’18 discusses her experience—and the lessons learned—as the star of ABC’s “The Bachelorette.”
Women of Auburn: Tiffany Welch ’94
Tiffany Welch ’94, exemplifies Women’s History Month with her dedication to community and successful business ventures.
Women of Auburn Heidi Brittain Matthews Wright ’20
Heidi Brittain Matthews Wright, daughter of Auburn’s first Black graduate, shares her journey pursuing a doctoral degree at Auburn.
Stirring Up Success
A chicken salad entrepreneur invests in start-up opportunities for Auburn students.
Turning the Page: Leslie Hooton ’80
At long last, it’s an aspiring writer’s turn in the sun.
Hope Comes Full Circle
Melony Pugh-Weber ’80 spent a lifetime overcoming childhood trauma in order to help teens. Then one broke into her home.
Fair Play
Fifty years ago, an abstract clause tucked inside new education legislation changed women’s sports forever. How Title IX transformed life at Auburn and opened doors for women beyond the playing fields and courts.
Shelby Taylor ’16
One alumna turns the fast-food phenomenon into limited-edition luggage.
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.
Alabama’s Gold Medal Moment
This summer, the 2022 World Games are coming to Birmingham. Three alumni explain how “The World’s Largest Sports Party” came together.