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Meet the new AUELC Director Dr. Meghan Orman

In this Q&A, learn more about Orman’s background, her excitement to become an integral part of the AUELC, her hopes and dreams for the future and more.

Read the full Q&A at the link 🔗 https://t.co/zCFwBaLKHW

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impact on the Schmidt family’s lives.

To read the full feature on the Schmidts’ commitment to support future Auburn students of the AUELC, click the link 🔗 https://t.co/uuwHXeMZDw

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𝟖 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬, 𝟒 𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚 𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐮𝐛𝐮𝐫𝐧 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲

“We knew after that first year that all of our kids would be going through this program.”—Jennifer Schmidt

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What began as a first-time visit to determine where to enroll their son for preschool ultimately led to three more of their children attending the @AuburnU Early Learning Center (AUELC) in the College of Human Sciences, the establishment of an endowed fund, and a lasting

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In this special video cast, former Auburn Mayor and Auburn University alumnus Bill Ham Jr. reflects on a connection to the ELC that began when he was a preschool student there decades ago.

To watch the full interview, click the link 🔗 https://t.co/se5Qtt9hbL

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A Mayor's Memories: 100 Years of the @AuburnU Early Learning Center

For 100 years, the Auburn University Early Learning Center in the College of Human Sciences has been shaping young lives while serving as a living laboratory for learning, teaching and research.

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This special feature showcases a mother-daughter duo as they reflect on the AUELC’s 100-year legacy and a promising future.

To read the full feature, click the link 🔗 https://t.co/qYtwMF0hEw

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𝑨 𝑳𝑬𝑮𝑨𝑪𝒀 𝑶𝑭 𝑾𝑶𝑵𝑫𝑬𝑹

For Sharon Wilbanks and her daughter Olivia Wilbanks, The @AuburnU Early Learning Center is not just a place, it is a center that’s molded and shaped them as a family.

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This week, we celebrate this incredible milestone by sharing a few special features, a podcast, memories and more on the far-reaching impact and lives touched by the AUELC.

Be sure to check back here daily for another interesting chapter in the story of the AUELC.

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For 100 years, the @AuburnU Early Learning Center (AUELC) in the College of Human Sciences has been shaping young lives while serving as a living laboratory for learning, teaching and research ✏️📓📚.

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This year's International Quality of Life Awards, December 7 in New York City, will honor two remarkable recipients whose life's work has inspired hope, changed lives and elevated the human experience in profoundly different ways.

Ticket sales open Tuesday, Sept. 8, at 8 a.m.

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Congratulations to six @AuburnU Horst Schulze School of Hospitality Management students who were recognized at the 2026 Alabama Governor's Conference on Tourism, held this summer at the Renaissance Shoals Resort & Spa in Florence.

Read more here 🔗: https://t.co/3oGM7K8Aj2

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Need help finding your classrooms in Haley Center? Be on the lookout for Academic Support staff handing out maps and assisting students throughout the first week of class!

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Happy first day of fall semester! 🦅🐅🍁

A special welcome to the new incoming freshmen and a warm welcome back to all @AuburnU Human Sciences students.

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𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐝𝐬, 𝐛𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐛𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐬

Read more about the outstanding culinary creativity of @AuburnU Horst Schulze School of Hospitality Management students at the link 🔗: https://t.co/RsVmUNcLft

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College of Human Sciences alumna and IOC President Kirsty Coventry ’06 made history after being elected as the first female president of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) in March 2025.

Check out the Q&A at the link 🔗: https://t.co/A9IpvH6Trq

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Jordan Hobbs will represent the @AuburnU College of Human Sciences as the Graduation Marshal 🎓 for the Summer 2026 commencement exercises on Aug. 8.

Read the full Q&A with Hobbs at the link 🔗: https://t.co/z2brefhAhV

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Mark your calendars and make plans to join the @AuburnU College of Human Sciences in New York City, Monday, December 7, 2026 for the International Quality of Life Awards (IQLA).

Honorees and more details to be announced soon, with ticket sales opening in early September.

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🎉Congratulations to Dr. Martin O’Neill, head of the @AuburnU Horst Schulze School of Hospitality Management, who was honored on a national scale earning the ICHRIE McCool Breakthrough Award on July 17 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Read more at the link 🔗: https://t.co/U8q4araxSQ

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Military REACH, OneOp collaborate for military family readiness

Join Dr. Catherine O'Neal, co-investigator of Military REACH, on Aug. 5 as she presents on Partnerships that Strengthen Military Families.

To register and learn more, visit the link 🔗: https://t.co/gRmMveAwjj