How strong teachers and an Auburn education turned Churmell Mitchell into a national speaker, mentor, best-selling author and CEO.
Churmell Mitchell ’16 Knows It’s All About The Journey
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Young Alumni
The Comfort of the Uncomfortable
Jay Bland has learned to relish moments of uncertainty that often lead to success.
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.
Alum and Military Veteran, Curtis Pippin, Answers the Call
Life isn’t easy in the military, but transitioning out can be even harder. Curtis Pippin ’17 helps veterans adjust to civilian life one connection at a time.
Why Auburn Grads Are Hired By ESPN
When ESPN needs talent in the production room or in front of the camera, it turns to Auburn.
Auburn Experience Keeping Teachers in the Classroom
As schoolchildren head back to school, hundreds of districts struggle to find qualified teachers. Here’s how Auburn alumni find the “why” in teaching that keeps them in the classroom.
Courtside Career
Taylor Korn ’22 lives out her dreams on the sidelines of the biggest games
Orange and Blue Angel
New Blue Angel Lilly Montana keeps her team flying in formation.
Interior Designer Courtney Brannan Crafts the Lap of Luxury
Luxury hotel interior designer Courtney Brannan ’11 combines culture and comfort at some of the world’s most prestigious properties.
Churmell Mitchell ’16 Knows It’s All About The Journey
How strong teachers and an Auburn education turned Churmell Mitchell into a national speaker, mentor, best-selling author and CEO.
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On The Vine: Ryan Reece ’14
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Flower Power
Whether she’s doing missionary work or extravagant floral designs for Cardi B, Catherine Wayman ’07 never stops growing.
The Great Mind Connector
Connecting students to jobs, companies to Auburn and research to real-world problems drove the rebranding of Auburn’s Research Park.
Hooking a New Angle: Jackie Fry ’12
Deep-sea fishing moves into the future.
Inner Visions: Brandon Dean ’08
To find creative inspiration, an artist turned to the subject he knew best: himself.