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Academic advising in the Honors College

One of the benefits that Honors students enjoy during their time at Auburn is access to two academic advisors: one rooted in the college of their major and one in the Honors College.

Published: September 15, 2025

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A tradition of service

During the Honors College's annual Week of Service program, 86 students and 15 student counselors served a total of 1,045 hours.

September 02, 2025

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Designed for success: Auburn’s Honors College study and lounge spaces

Honors students at Auburn can enjoy access to two study spaces that are designed specifically for them, offering quiet environments away from — yet close to — the bustle of campus.

September 02, 2025

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Fagan join Honors College as NPS Assistant Director

Benjamin Fagan has been appointed as the Honors College’s assistant director for National Prestigious Scholarships. The associate professor of English will support undergraduate and graduate students from across campus, educating them on national scholarship programs.

July 16, 2025

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Engineering student wins prestigious Astronaut Scholarship

Junior Eirik Mulder earned the award which recognizes outstanding students in science, technology, engineering and mathematics who show exceptional academic performance, ingenuity and potential to make meaningful contributions to their fields.

June 12, 2025

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Highly competitive scholar

Will Lewis, a senior double majoring in German and economics, has earned a spot in the highly competitive Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange program.

May 07, 2025

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Honor your teaching with the Honors College

Faculty can now apply for a research venture lyceum design fellowship through the Honors College.

May 06, 2025

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Opportunity growing in Auburn's backyard

Learn more about Premier Tech, a multi-divisional global company, expanding its footprint in Alabama with Honors College alumnus Cater Williams

May 05, 2025

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Dr. Stevens’ Lyceum on National Scholarships

The central goal of, “Going for the Gold: Preparing for National Scholarships, Graduate School, and Other Opportunities," is to help high-achieving students imagine all sorts of futures for themselves and learn what steps will help them find those futures.

May 05, 2025

Graduate Awards Ceremony
Five faculty members honored as Outstanding Graduate Mentors

The Graduate Student Council has recognized five faculty members as 2024 Outstanding Graduate Mentors.

April 28, 2025

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From skates to stethoscope

When Abby Lin wasn't hitting the books at Auburn, she was starting the women's ice hockey club team. Now that she's retired — her jersey is in the rafters — and graduating, she's ready for another challenge: medical school.

April 25, 2025

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