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Auburn University is breaking down barriers to elite national scholarships, proving these life-changing opportunities aren't just for honors students. One recent graduate made history by winning five prestigious awards, more than any Auburn undergraduate ever.
Three local organizations are making it easier than ever for Auburn University students to give back, offering volunteer opportunities that range from tutoring Hispanic children to walking shelter dogs. Every skill set is welcome, and the impact ripples through the entire community.
After a week of trash talk, Auburn's Bruce Pearl offered to cover Miami-Ohio coach Travis Steele's $2,500 MAC fine with a donation to Steele's charity of choice. The generous gesture turned a sports rivalry into a moment of sportsmanship.
Auburn's golf team secured the 2026 NCAA Division I men's golf championship in a thrilling victory over UCLA on June 3. The Tigers claimed their national title with a final putt that sealed their place in collegiate golf history.
Tyler McGill, who won Olympic gold for Team USA in 2012, is coming home to coach at the university where his championship journey began. The Auburn alumnus will bridge community partnerships while mentoring the next generation of swimmers.
Auburn defeated Tulsa 92-86 in overtime to capture its first National Invitational Tournament title in school history. The Tigers battled through six tournament games to bring home the championship trophy from Indianapolis.
Down three with seconds left, Auburn rallied to force overtime and captured the NIT championship with a thrilling 92-86 victory over Tulsa. Kevin Overton hit a game-tying three-pointer with eight seconds remaining, then sealed the win with a 40-foot shot in overtime.
Former high school standout Josiah Gilbert just helped Auburn University capture his second NCAA golf championship in three years. The rising senior has gone from state runner-up to All-American, proving that dreams backed by daily work really do come true.
The top-ranked Auburn Tigers captured their second NCAA golf championship in three years, dominating UCLA 4-1 in California. Freshman Logan Reilly clinched the title with a par on the final hole.
Auburn's men's golf team just captured their second NCAA championship in three years, defeating UCLA in the finals at California's Omni La Costa Resort. The Tigers dominated the match play competition, proving their program has become a powerhouse in collegiate golf.
Auburn High School just pulled off what Alabama officials are calling a "rare feat" by winning state championships in five different sports during the 2026 season. Both soccer teams, girls track, boys tennis, and even esports all brought home gold.
The nation's top-ranked Auburn Tigers men's golf team returns to the NCAA Championship with their sights set on a second national title. With the best player in college golf leading their lineup, the Tigers begin competition Friday in California.
A decade after doctors said college would be impossible, Matt Beth is graduating with his doctorate from Auburn University and leading his class as student marshal. The traumatic brain injury survivor who lost his ability to speak and walk defied every medical prediction.
Auburn junior Ja'Kobe Tharp didn't plan to break a world record, but that's exactly what happened when he blazed through the 110-meter hurdles in 12.75 seconds. The Tennessee native became the first NCAA athlete since 1976 to set a world record at the championships, and he says he's got even more speed in his legs.
A mail carrier's quick call to 911 led to Auburn firefighters rescuing two cats and a dog from a porch fire on Friday. Owner Jacob Akins paced anxiously outside until he was reunited with all three of his beloved pets.
Auburn's Ja'Kobe Tharp just shattered the 110-meter hurdles world record at the NCAA Championships, becoming the first athlete to set a global mark at the event in 48 years. His blazing 12.75-second run didn't just win his heat—it rewrote track and field history.
Nick's Ride 4 Friends hosted its fifth annual Recovery Speaks event, where people in recovery from addiction shared stories of hope and persistence. The Auburn nonprofit, which recently celebrated 10 years of peer-based recovery services, brought together current clients, staff, and community members for an afternoon of connection and celebration.
Jackson Koivun just rewrote college golf history with back-to-back rounds of 62 in Hawaii. The Auburn junior shattered a scoring record Tiger Woods set three decades ago.
Dozens of volunteers from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints teamed up with Rebuilding Together L/A Maine to help Auburn homeowners tackle repairs and cleanup they couldn't afford or manage alone. Among them was Claude Naissem, a recent arrival from Cameroon, carrying debris alongside neighbors in a powerful display of community care.
Auburn University senior Joseph Rusk just won $75,000 to make learning robotics and electronics feel less like rocket science for students. His BreadBoard Company creates hands-on STEM kits that use Lego-style instructions and video tutorials to turn intimidation into inspiration.
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