Student volunteers at Campus Kitchens are dedicated to giving back to their community.

On January 20th, Auburn Outreach and the National Forum of Black Public Administrators (East Central Alabama Chapter) hosted the MLK Day Scholarship Breakfast at The Hotel at Auburn University and Dixon Conference Center to commemorate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and celebrate people embodying his legacy.

The Chambers County Health Ambassadors play a crucial role in improving community health through grassroots engagement and word-of-mouth outreach. As trusted locals, they spread awareness about the Chambers County Community Health and Wellness Center, ensuring that vital health resources reach even the most remote areas. Their work is deeply personal, rooted in everyday conversations at grocery stores, churches, and workplaces, bridging gaps in healthcare access by connecting residents with essential services.

The Government & Economic Development Institute (GEDI) has been helping city leaders make a difference for four decades.

The Auburn University Outreach program and its Intensive Economic Development Training Course have thrived since their creation more than 40 years ago, equipping young professionals with the skills and networking opportunities needed to impact communities throughout Alabama and beyond. With a mission of “promoting effective government policy and management, civic engagement, economic prosperity and improved quality of life for the State of Alabama and its communities,” GEDI continues to be a difference-maker for anyone looking to work in fields that help shape their community’s future.

Anne Leader, an OLLI at Auburn instructor, recently received $400,000 in grants for one of her projects and will present at the upcoming OLLI Brown Bag Series on Wednesday, Jan. 29, at 11:30 a.m. at Pebble Hill in Auburn.

Fourth grade teacher Amber Broadhead at Edgewood Elementary of Homewood City Schools is making history in Homewood, AL.

She was recognized as the 2023 Alabama History Teacher of the Year for thinking “outside the box” and providing a plethora of hands-on learning experiences for her students.

We are thrilled to present a special year-in-review video, beautifully compiled by our talented Outreach photographer, Tanisha Stephens. This video showcases her unique perspective on Outreach and highlights some of the incredible moments she has captured throughout the year. We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to Tanisha for her dedication and creativity. At Auburn Outreach, we have fun, but we also get things done. This year, we've tackled challenges head-on and collaborated effectively with our partners both on and off campus. Here's to a fantastic 2024, and we look forward to an even more successful 2025!

The Leadership Lee County program develops local leaders to “solve problems of community and statewide significance.” The nine-month program includes offering educational and professional learning opportunities and practicing civic involvement in the community.

As the Assistant Director for the Center for Educational Outreach & Engagement (CEOE), he has attained a plethora of experience in serving his community, making him an excellent pick for this opportunity to develop his skills alongside other leading professionals.