Dr. Ruth Galbraith, center, dean emerita 1985 in the College of Human Sciences, is shown at an IQLA Lecture Series in 2022.

Dr. Galbraith, dean emerita 1985, was a pioneer who devoted 15 years of service to Auburn University, mainly serving as dean of what was then the School of Home Economics. She passed away Tuesday, Feb. 17, at the age of 102.

February 20, 2026

headshot of Julianne McGill

Associate Clinical Professor Julianne McGill, project manager for the Alabama Healthy Marriage & Relationship Education Initiative, reflects on marrying an Olympic gold medalist and offers some advice during Healthy Relationships Month.

February 18, 2026

Riley Sue in Hey Day Market outside of the podcast booth.

In this episode of How Very Human Sciences, Nutrition Wellness alumna '24 Chef Riley Sue Walker shares how an unexpected diagnosis in 2016 redirected her life and ultimately led her to a career rooted in healing and fulfillment.

February 09, 2026

Auburn University leaders, College of Human Sciences Dean Susan Hubbard and the Thorne sisters turn the first scoops of dirt at the groundbreaking ceremony.

Amidst an overwhelming sense of pride, the celebration of a milestone several years in the making took place at a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday, Feb. 5.

February 09, 2026

Apparel Merchandising senior Gracie Silverthorn shows off part of her portfolio.

Apparel Merchandising senior Gracie Silverthorn is the first apparel student from Auburn to secure an internship with Giorgio Armani, one of the most competitive internship placements in the industry.

February 02, 2026

Dean Crowe, Founder and CEO of Rally Foundation, speaks to students in the Gender, Wealth and Philanthropy class.

College of Human Sciences students in the Gender, Wealth and Philanthropy class were treated to a special guest speaker on Jan. 28, as Dean Crowe, Founder and CEO of Rally Foundation, touched on a variety of topics related to philanthropy and fiscal responsibility and shared what it means to help lead a 501(c)(3) nonprofit raising awareness and funds for childhood cancer research.

January 29, 2026

A father and child play together in a therapist office.

Through outreach, compassion and innovation, Auburn is helping Alabama's families live healthier and happier lives.

January 28, 2026

Graduate students Meredith Rice, left, and Lucy Arthurs, right, present their posters.

Continuing its status as a leader in hospitality higher education, the Horst Schulze School of Hospitality Management served as a host for the world's top hospitality management schools, graduate students and industry leaders by welcoming them to Auburn University's campus for the 31st Annual Graduate Education & Graduate Student Research Conference in Hospitality and Tourism, Jan. 8–10.

January 21, 2026

Sophie hands a plastic cup filled with cake and icing to a customer at the Sophie Sweets counter

This year, the Incubator at Hey Day Market is featuring a lineup of student entrepreneurs whose menus will include cake cups, breakfast sandwiches and chicken and waffles.

January 20, 2026

The College of Human Sciences’ Women Philanthropy Board (WPB) is excited to kick off the new year with its upcoming 2026 winter program,

The College of Human Sciences' Women's Philanthropy Board (WPB) is excited to kick off the new year with its upcoming 2026 winter program, “Building and Sustaining Legacies” that will take place Wednesday, Feb. 11 inside The Hotel at Auburn University & Dixon Conference Center. The 2026 winter program will feature keynote speaker Lady Fiona Carnarvon, Countess of Carnarvon and best-selling author of Lady Almina and the Real Downton Abbey.

January 12, 2026

An artist rendering of the new Barbara Drummond Thorne Academic and Research Facility

2025 gave us so much to celebrate in the College of Human Sciences. As we look ahead, we are inspired to keep lifting others and improving quality of life. Here are the College of Human Sciences' top five stories from this past year.

January 05, 2026

Eight students were selected to participate in the 2025 IQLA Study Tour in Washington, D.C.

This year, eight students were chosen for the tour — an educational enrichment opportunity where students served as ambassadors for the college while getting to experience Washington, D.C.

December 16, 2025

Sheila Sjolseth posing with her husband and sons after graduating.

After decades of building a career, raising a family and running a nonprofit, Sheila Sjolseth came to pursue a doctorate at Auburn University's Graduate School.

December 16, 2025

A young man smiles in front of a wall of drawings while an audience applauds

Students and faculty members from interior architecture, educational leadership and human development collaborated to generate exhibit ideas for EarlyWorks Children's Museum in Huntsville, Alabama.

December 12, 2025

Keaghan Elliott headshot

Get to know Keaghan Elliott representing the College of Human Sciences as the Graduation Marshal for the Fall 2025 commencement exercises. She will receive her bachelor's degree in apparel merchandising through the Department of Consumer and Design Sciences on Saturday, Dec. 13.

December 12, 2025

Pictured from left, College of Human Sciences Dean Susan Hubbard, Lt. Col. Meredith Young, commander, Air Force ROTC at Auburn University, Former U.S. Secretary of Defense Robert Gates, Dr. N. Jan Davis ‘77, former NASA astronaut and Auburn alumna, L. Nick Davis and Auburn University President Dr. Christopher B. Roberts.

In a setting that's hosted some of the most significant moments in American and global history, the Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium added another distinguished event to its storied list by hosting the College of Human Sciences' 32nd annual International Quality of Life Awards (IQLA) on Monday, Dec. 8 in Washington, D.C.

December 09, 2025

Angela Rivera, center, was one of the students celebrated at the College of Human Sciences Scholarship Reception on Nov. 20.

The College of Human Sciences held a special Scholarship Reception the night of Thursday, Nov. 20 to honor the more than 130 scholarships that were awarded this past academic year.

December 02, 2025

Two young women wear virtual reality headsets and white gloves

Whether it's revolutionizing research or transforming classroom teaching, Auburn faculty members are embracing AI in ways that impact virtually every corner of campus.

November 20, 2025

Dr. Francesca Adler-Baeder headshot

Dr. Francesca Adler-Baeder, Alabama Healthy Marriage and Relationship Education (AHMRE) Project Director and AU Alumni Professor in the Department of Human Development and Family Science, received a Creative Research and Scholarship Award in the Human Sciences category thanks in part to her internationally acclaimed research on relational health and stepfamilies.

November 17, 2025

Dr. Yee Ming Lee headshot

Driven by a passion to make a difference in people's lives through teaching and research with meaningful, real-world impact, Dr. Yee Ming Lee, associate professor in the Horst Schulze School of Hospitality Management, has been named one of Auburn University's 2025 Faculty Award recipients.

November 14, 2025

Portia wears a blue dress and an orange and blue scarf while smiling for the camera

Portia Johnson, an assistant professor and Extension specialist in the College of Human Sciences, created the Alabama FAFSA Application Survival Toolkit to help students, families and educators navigate the application process.

November 14, 2025

The numbers 1856 on a black wall.

1856 – Culinary Residence, a teaching restaurant on campus, earned the distinction of Recommended in The MICHELIN Guide's inaugural selection of “American South's Recommended Restaurants,” marking a historic achievement for Auburn and the state of Alabama.

November 10, 2025

Student presenting at pitch competition

Twenty-three student teams from six colleges on campus competed in the seventh annual Halloween Pitch competition. A business student-led team won first place for its innovative rehabilitation solutions for niche injuries.

November 07, 2025

Dan Arnold, right, attends an Auburn University event

A recent $10 million gift is among the largest single gifts in the history of CHS. Arnold's gift will help support the forthcoming new facility, provide an endowed professorship, scholarship opportunities and programmatic support within the college.

November 06, 2025

Hospitality students work on preparing an oyster dish

The event will combine delicious oyster dishes and New Realm Brewing for unique pairings that bring out the best in both the oysters and the brew.

November 05, 2025