Allison Leffler, who will lead the College of Human Sciences graduating class during commencement ceremonies as the fall graduation marshal, is a confident young woman headed toward a career as a child life specialist, but a short three and a half years ago, Leffler was not sure where college life might lead her.
December 12, 2024
During a time when the holiday spirit is at its peak in New York City, Auburn's College of Human Sciences honored two outstanding individuals who represent the best of the human spirit at the 31st annual International Quality of Life Awards on Dec. 9 inside the iconic Rainbow Room.
December 10, 2024
A generous lead gift to the College of Human Sciences will etch the name of a beloved, lifelong civic volunteer on the college's new home.
November 22, 2024
Students, faculty, veterans and alumni heard the inspiring stories of renowned journalist and ABC World News Tonight Correspondent Bob Woodruff, along with CEO of the Bob Woodruff Foundation Anne Marie Dougherty, during the College of Human Sciences' IQLA Distinguished Lecture Series on Nov. 15.
November 20, 2024
Associate Professor Diana Samek examines which psycho-social factors are linked to substance use and mental health disorders during the turbulent periods of adolescence and young adulthood.
November 20, 2024
Three major building projects that will benefit our campus and coastal Alabama recently received approval from the Board of Trustees.
November 18, 2024
The College of Human Sciences celebrated nearly 127 scholarships awarded over the past year at the 2024 Scholarship Reception.
November 13, 2024
Students shared their sentiments on Doug White, professor and researcher in the College of Human Sciences' Department of Nutritional Sciences, who will retire at the semester following 28 years of service to Auburn.
November 12, 2024
After receiving a $2.79 million grant from the USDA Food and Nutrition Service, the Hunger Solutions Institute in Auburn's College of Human Sciences' Healthy Fluid Milk Incentives program has topped nearly $10 million in overall funding.
November 11, 2024
From its early years as the East Alabama Male College to today's multidisciplinary research, Auburn University remains a strong supporter of our nation's military.
November 08, 2024
Twenty-three teams with students representing seven different colleges on campus competed, and a College of Sciences and Mathematics student won for his online platform that connects local farmers and consumers eager to buy fresh, locally sourced product.
November 06, 2024
Renowned journalist Bob Woodruff is coming to the Plains. ABC World News Tonight Correspondent Woodruff, along with CEO of the Bob Woodruff Foundation Anne Marie Dougherty, will be the featured guests of the College of Human Sciences' IQLA Distinguished Lecture Series on Nov. 15.
November 05, 2024
Learn how our students have designed adaptable Halloween costumes for children with disabilities to enhance their trick-or-treating experience.
October 31, 2024
Auburn student Sophie Snyder's baking business has taken off, keeping the junior from Auburn busy making wedding cakes and other tasty treats for a growing client list.
October 29, 2024
Professor Veena Chattaraman brings her creativity and scientific expertise to research focused on consumer and health technologies. She aims to reduce older adults' barriers to using AI and improve rural communities' access to health and nutrition information through AI-powered technologies.
October 15, 2024
College of Human Sciences Consumer and Design Sciences students presented “What I love about Auburn” apparel design challenge presentations as part of the Consumer and Design Sciences (CADS) 5770 Portfolio Development for Apparel Design course.
October 14, 2024
Auburn University's Hunger Solutions Institute (HSI) will serve as co-host for the Feeding Change–Nourishing Alabama's Future Summit at the Renaissance Montgomery Hotel & Spa at the Convention Center on Nov. 6-7.
September 27, 2024
In its 31st year of the International Quality of Life (IQLA) Awards, the college will honor Scott Hamilton, highly decorated male figure skating luminary and cancer patient support advocate and activist, as the 2024 IQLA Laureate recipient and Billy Reid, most famously known as a multiple award-winning fashion designer and founder and designer of the iconic Billy Reid brand, with the 2024 IQLA Lifetime Achievement Award.
September 25, 2024
Auburn University alumna Molly Arnett has turned a medical diagnosis into a niche cooking career that has led her to major success in the culinary world.
September 24, 2024
College of Human Sciences alumna Molly Arnett is a traveling and private chef who will tell you she never saw this career coming. A diagnosis shortly after graduation charted a path that was a bit bumpy at first but led to her calling. Arnett sits down for a How Very Human Sciences podcast sharing her passion for creating gluten-free gourmet food and offering advice for the students of today.
September 23, 2024
One Health is a concept that recognizes the interconnectedness of human, animal and environmental health; it is built on the premise that the health of all living things and our planet may be improved when experts across different fields work together to solve complex health problems.
September 20, 2024
Researchers have discovered that watching certain TikTok videos pertaining to sleep health actually leads to better sleep and improves sleep patterns.
September 19, 2024
New Realm Brewing–Auburn will host Ales for ALS Fest on Friday, Sept. 27, as a portion of each beer sold will go toward supporting ALS research. Current brewing science and operations graduate student Austin Hill created the beer recipe for the event.
September 12, 2024
Auburn University head football coach Hugh Freeze and his wife Jill took time to share about family life and football as the keynote speakers at the “Fall-Star” Supper hosted by the Women's Philanthropy Board in the College of Human Sciences.
September 11, 2024
A new building to house the growing number of students and many nationally recognized programs in Auburn's College of Human Sciences is one step closer to becoming a reality.
September 05, 2024
