Building Opelika’s future by preserving its past

5/20/2025

Charlotte Tuggle, Director
News and Media Services
CLA Office of Communications and Marketing
clanews@auburn.edu

Fall Public Relations Speaker Series empowers students with industry insights, alumni connections
The Auburn Public Relations Advisory Council invited students to network with industry professionals through the Fall Public Relations Speaker Series.
Five decades later, Franklin defends dissertation and rightfully earns master's degree in history
Harold Franklin, Auburn's first African-American student, said it was made clear that he would not be allowed to earn his master's degree because of the color of his skin.
Auburn alumna becomes Blue Angel
New Blue Angel Lilly Montana '10 keeps her team flying in formation.
Two students awarded Gilman Scholarships to study abroad
Joshua Blunt and Charles Sands have been awarded U.S. Department of State's Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship for study abroad opportunities.
Political science, PR student Lauren Thortsen covers international politics through study abroad
From the NATO headquarters to the North Carolina Senate floor, Lauren Thortsen took her Auburn education abroad and away to build a resume in governmental relations.
Tyler Ward ’22 learning on the job in Washington, D.C.
Political science alumnus Tyler Ward is making a difference in Washington, D.C., this summer.