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Art Collecting Group Spends a Day Enjoying Birmingham
Curators from Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art, Auburn University traveled to Birmingham recently with members of the museum’s 1072 Society Class of 2013. The day trip included a visit with Graham Boettcher, the William Cary Hulsey Curator of Art at the Birmingham Museum of Art, and to the homes of two private collectors. More

Auburn's Equestrian Team Wins Big On and Off the Field
Although they have been recognized as a varsity sport at Auburn for only 11 years, the Auburn University Equestrian team has been winning big and making its mark on the national stage. Many women on the team attribute their success to an attitude of teamwork and a devotion to community service. More

One Man's Unconventional Journey to Graduate School
Jeff Dyal is spending his retirement doing something a little different than most. After a 25-year career in the Marine Corps, Jeff decided to obtain his master's degree in education. "As I studied and taught leadership in the Marine Corps, I soon developed a passion for the field of education," Jeff says. He knew of only one place that would cultivate his skills and fit perfectly with his family's principles: Auburn University. More

Foundation for Excellence: New Kinesiology Building Promises a Brighter Future
Already one of the best in the nation, the Department of Kinesiology will expand and grow thanks to a new 58,000-square foot building featuring state-of-the-art laboratory space. The building is designed to meet needs of faculty and students in exercise science, physical activity and health and physical education teacher education. More

Auburn University Libraries: Did You Know?
Auburn University Libraries assist nearly 1.8 million patrons a year. The libraries offer millions of print and digital resources, along with rare collections and state-of-the-art technology. But how much do you really know about the libraries? You might be surprised at how Auburn libraries stack up against those of other universities. More

All Dogs Go to College
For more than a year the nursing program has been offering an elective to students that is not found at any other university—pet-assisted therapy. Dr. Stuart Pope, with the help of his two dogs, Miller and Choa, teaches how animal-assisted therapy helps people cope with illness. More

Designing a Really Affordable House
International collaborators are working on a Rural Studio research project to design affordable houses for low-income homeowners. They've come up with three viable versions so far, and not one of them is a mobile home. More

Auburn's Interior Design Program Named Best in Nation by DesignIntelligence
The undergraduate interior design program in the College of Human Sciences at Auburn University is the best in the U.S. Such prominent recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the students and faculty. More

Executive MBA Program Ranked Among the World's Best
Having already received national recognition, Auburn's Executive MBA program recently received international honors as well. Ranked 82nd worldwide by the Financial Times shows the university truly strives to provide world-class education. More

Why Moving Auburn's Speech and Hearing Clinic Is as Important as Ever…
Learn how you can help with one of Auburn's most pressing needs with a simple gift made from your overall financial or estate plans. More

Pharmacy Researchers Looking To Improve Heart Health
More than 90 percent of the nearly 26 million people with diabetes are living with Type 2 diabetes. Rajesh Amin at the Harrison School of Pharmacy is working with others at Auburn University to improve the heart health and prevent heart failure, which is the leading cause of death of Type 2 diabetics. More