Honors Directorate

CHRISTOPHER A. LEPCZYK

Interim Director

Dr. Lepczyk is an ecologist whose background focuses on questions related to conserving nature and biodiversity. Originally from the Great Lakes region, he received his BS in Biology and Geology from Hope College, his MS in Wildlife Ecology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and his PhD in both Fisheries and Wildlife, and Ecology, Evolutionary Biology, and Behavior from Michigan State University. Prior to joining Auburn University, he was a professor at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa in Honolulu. As Interim Director, Dr. Lepczyk will be continuing to build the college’s programs and enhance its strengths.

SUZANNE HUNTER

Assistant Director of Academic Affairs | Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee Chair

As assistant director academic affairs, Ms. Hunter plans to bring new initiatives to the advising unit based on students’ changing needs. Mrs. Hunter currently also advises on course selection, requirements for selected area of concentration, and post-college plans with students with last names that begin with Mp-No. Originally from Eufaula, Alabama, Ms. Hunter holds a B.A. from Auburn University in Political Science, a M.Ed. from Clemson in Counselor Education: Student Affairs and is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Adult Education.

WHITNEY COMER

Assistant Director of Student Affairs | Honors College Sophomore Retention Committee Chair | Assessment Committee Chair

As assistant director for student affairs, Dr. Comer plans to expand opportunities for students to create a unique Honors College community experience through dynamic programming events. She received her Master of Arts in Student Development from Appalachian State University, and her Bachelors of Science in Mass Communications from East Tennessee State University. Dr.. Comer is also a CliftonStrengths ® Certified Coach, and recently received her Educational Doctorate in Higher Education Administration from the University of Southern Mississippi. Originally from Tennessee, she previously worked at Clemson University and Coastal Carolina University in Student Affairs before joining the Auburn Honors College. In her free time, Dr. Comer enjoys traveling and running.

Academic Advisors:

SAVANNAH BAKER

Academic Advisor II | Honors Congress Advisor

As an academic advisor for the Honors College, Mrs. Baker advises students with the last names A-Do. She is responsible for advising students on course selection, requirements for selected areas of concentration, and post-college plans. Mrs. Baker is originally from Lake Butler, Florida, and received her B.S. in Agricultural Education and Communication and her M.Ed. in Higher Education Administration, both from the University of Florida. During her time as a graduate student, she worked as a graduate assistant in UF Off Campus Life, interned at Baylor University as an assistant residence hall director, and volunteered as an academic advisor in the department of sport management. It was each of these experiences that led her to pursue a career in academic advising.

KATIE MARTIN

Academic Advisor I

Ms. Martin serves as an academic advisor in the Honors College and assists students with course selection, program requirements, and post-college plans. She holds a Master of Technical and Professional Communication (MTPC) from Auburn University and finds great joy in supporting students on their academic journey. When first pursuing her Bachelor of Arts in English (Professional and Public Writing) at Auburn, Ms. Martin began tutoring at Study Partners, igniting her passion for student success. Since her introduction to Academic Support, Ms. Martin has worked in various capacities within student success at Auburn, recently serving as a graduate teaching assistant for the Department of English. She now advises students in the Honors College and finds her work joyful and fulfilling.

YVETTE STONE

Academic Advisor III | Honors Academic Coaches Advisor

As an academic advisor for the Honors College, Mrs. Stone advises students with the last names Rp-Z. She is responsible for advising students on course selection, requirements for selected areas of concentration, and post-college plans. Mrs. Stone is originally from Gulf Shores, Alabama and received her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in History from Auburn University. During her time as a graduate student, she worked as a graduate teaching assistant in the Department of History and as a tutor for Student-Athlete Support Services, both of which led her into a career in higher education. After graduating with her master’s, Mrs. Stone worked as an academic advisor and first year experience instructor at the University of South Alabama for several years before returning to Auburn.

Administrative Staff:

COURTNEY ARNOLD

Administrator of Academic Services

As the administrator of academic services for the Honors College, Courtney provides support to consolidate financial and business operations within the college. Courtney has been an employee with Auburn University since 2012. During her time here at Auburn, she has been nominated for Auburn’s Women of Distinction, Supervisor of the Year and received the Harbert College of Business’s Outstanding Professional award. She has worked in the Office of Professional and Career Development within the Harbert College of Business, the Alabama Cooperative Extension System, and now the Honors College. She is currently working to complete her B.S in Horticulture, Business and Counseling. During her free time, Courtney enjoys fishing and kayaking with her husband, playing with her Pitt-lab Penn, cooking, gardening and going on adventures with friends and family.

WADE BERRY

Marketing and Communications Specialist III

Mr. Berry is the marketing and communications specialist for the Honors College and uses his knowledge of public relations, communications, graphic design, and social media to inform students, parents, alumni and faculty of the current news and events of the Honors College. A native Alabamian, and Auburn graduate (’01), Mr. Berry received his bachelor’s in public relations, and has over 21 years of experience in the marketing and communications field in both the public and private sector. As a third-generation alumnus, Mr. Berry truly understands the meaning of the Auburn Family and is proud to work for his alma mater. When not on campus Mr. Berry can be found renovating his historic Opelika home, entertaining with friends, and enjoying life both locally and abroad.

BRYCE GRAY

Administrator for Student Recruiting

As the Administrator for Student Recruiting, Mr. Gray meets with prospective students and families to provide information on admission requirements, curriculum designations, involvement opportunities, and program outcomes within the Honors College. Prior to joining Honors, he worked at the Office of Undergraduate Admissions recruiting students from Northern Alabama. Mr. Gray is originally from Indianapolis, Indiana, and earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Cincinnati. He is currently pursuing his M.Ed. at Auburn University.

MAGGIE ROGERS

Student Programs Coordinator

As the Student Programs Coordinator for the Honors College, Ms. Rogers is responsible for all aspects of programming including Week of Service as well as Induction and Medal Ceremonies. She teaches Honors First Year Exploration and Service Learning courses. Ms. Rogers is originally from the Birmingham area and received her BFA in Community Engagement and Leadership from Hastings College in Hastings, Nebraska where she was heavily involved in the office of Student Engagement serving as both Student Body President and Interim Events Coordinator. Upon graduation, Ms. Rogers was employed as the Second Year Experience Coordinator, Head Community Living Coordinator, and CORE 100 Coordinator at her Alma Mater. She comes to Auburn by way of the University of Alabama at Birmingham, where she gained experience working in Residence Life. Ms. Rogers believes that, “Students come to college to become the people they are meant to be; it is my job to support them in every way possible.” 

Emeritus Staff:

KATHIE MATTOX

Associate Director Emerita

WILLIAM GWIN

Director Emeritus

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