A series of unexpected decisions led Megan Feringa ’19 to the world’s biggest sporting stage
Pannie-George’s Kitchen Gives Back
What started out as a “plate sale” to fund a family reunion is now Pannie-George’s Kitchen, a family-owned restaurant that serves more than great soul food.
Cowgirl Courage: Abigail Benz ’19
“Glitter and Dirt” is key to a Cowgirl’s mission for good
Women of Auburn: Tiffany Welch ’94
Tiffany Welch '94, exemplifies Women's History Month with her dedication to community and successful business ventures.By Auburn Alumni AssociationAs Women's History Month draws to a close, we are...
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.By Auburn Alumni AssociationThe Auburn Alumni Association is proud...
Stirring Up Success
A chicken salad entrepreneur invests in start-up opportunities for Auburn students.
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Hooking a New Angle: Jackie Fry ’12
Deep-sea fishing moves into the future
Winning a New Game: Joanne P. McCallie ’90
She was one of college basketball’s greatest coaches—but she was carrying a secret.
Angela Morton ’09
By Derek Herscovici '14I am the youngest child of five children in my family. My parents obtained their bachelor degrees from Faulkner University when they were in their mid-40’s, and that was shortly before I began my freshman year at Auburn University in 2002. I...
The Eye of the Artist: Lynthia Edwards ’00
“Black Girl Magic” is the secret of one artist’s work
Lemons to Lemonade
The proverbial expression, when life gives you lemons, make lemonade inspires optimism and a positive can-do attitude in the face of difficulty or misfortune. Five alumni share their stories of taking bitter, even devastating, circumstances in their lives and turning them into something positive.
New Characters, New Tales
When Cheniece Kelleher ’13 couldn’t find children’s books with diverse characters, she wrote her own. Now she’s changing the industry one book at a time.
Opening International Doors: Lynda Blanchard ’91
An ambassador uses small-town charm to connect with SloveniansBy Derek Herscovici ’14Ljubljana, Slovenia — In some ways, it seems almost inevitable that Lynda Blanchard would end up in Slovenia. True, she already had experience on the world stage — as co-founder and...
Behind the Screams and Scenes: Abby Clawson ’04
A makeup specialist puts the gore back in Horror.
Going International
Ashley Robinett ’01 was once a chemical engineer fresh out of college. Now she’s part of an international organization empowering women around the world.
The Long Road Back
Marsha Bass Schmid ’99 was living her best life before an accident changed everything. Now, she’s using her journey to motivate others.