“Glitter and Dirt” is key to a Cowgirl’s mission for good
Young Alumni
Home Renovations
Josh Williams ’18 was born—and almost died—in Piedmont Atlanta Hospital. He just returned to help build its newest addition.
Forgotten Alabama
What remnants of the past can tell about the presentBy Morgan Bryce '15Russell County HouseRussell County HouseAcross Alabama’s 67 counties are a myriad of abandoned buildings— businesses, churches,...
SEC Shorts
Down, Set, Ha!By Kate Asbury Larkin '21The paramedic quickly wheels a gurney through the emergency room and into a bay. Waiting nurses frantically begin assessing the situation, starting IV fluids...
Swift Gift
By Jeremy Henderson '04Ryan Leander (left) and Michael Wekall ’10 welcome Taylor Swift to Auburn in 2010.2010 Auburn graduate Michael Wekall recently stepped away from his longtime video production...
Food University
Addressing hidden student hunger at Auburn.
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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.
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 Power of Black Tears: Kris Sims ’16
A black alumni channels his pain into a new form of protest art.
Oh Baby!
Courtney ’04 and Eric ’04 Waldrop wanted a fourth child, but got six more—and a TV show.
In Search of Evolution: Justin Havird ’14
Exploring how a volcano changes the environment—and the animals inside it.
Taking public health to new heights: Alysa Moore ’14
One alumna helps bring healthy food choices to underserved communities.
Changing Gears with Thomas Craton ’14
When the Pandemic shut down their biggest moneymaker, a family-owned business lended a hand.