Human Sciences programs promote living well through a focus on human health and well-being. Our innovative academic programs ignite creativity to discover sustainable solutions for improving quality of life around the world. Beyond technical preparation, our graduates possess a broad worldview, a diverse understanding of the world in which they live and work, and a commitment to building a better world — one life at a time. Come see how Human Sciences can help you make an impact on the world around you.
Watch as the construction of the Barbara Drummond Thorne Academic and Research Facility takes place. As the future home to the College of Human Sciences, this new facilty will be a four-story, 138,000-square-foot building located at the northeast corner of Mell Street and Roosevelt Drive. It will house teaching spaces, faculty research facilities, laboratories, classrooms, offices and common areas.
Welcome to the College of Human Sciences podcast “How Very Human (Sciences)” – featuring alumni and industry leaders sharing their career paths and insight for the students of today along with highlighting critical research and outreach.
As the Barbara Drummond Thorne Academic and Research Facility takes shape, alumni and friends have meaningful opportunities to help build its legacy. Through naming opportunities across the facility and a commemorative brick paver project, supporters can celebrate their connection to Auburn, honor someone who shaped their journey and make a lasting impact on the future home of the College of Human Sciences.
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In its third year, the What I Love About Auburn Design Challenge was led by Dr. Jia Wu, an assistant professor for apparel design and production management (APDP) in the Department of Consumer and Design Sciences, as part of the CADS 2770 Computer-Aided Design for Apparel course, that focuses on APDP students using their apparel design expertise to come up with their own unique textile/surface designs based on what they love about Auburn.
Before she even crosses the stage to obtain her diploma from Auburn University with her bachelor's degree in hospitality management with a concentration in culinary science through the Horst Schulze School of Hospitality Management along with a minor in business, Sophie Snyder will leave an indelible mark on Auburn’s campus and community. Adding to her impressive list of accolades will include Snyder representing the College of Human Sciences as the Graduation Marshal for the Spring 2026 commencement exercises on Saturday, May 2.
On this episode of How Very Human Sciences, we sit down with 2026 Horst Schulze Award for Excellence in Hospitality honoree Stacy Brown—founder of Chicken Salad Chick and co-owner of Botanic in Opelika.
