Real stories. Real students. Find out why they chose Auburn Engineering — in their own words.
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Why Auburn: Jordan Geidel

A passion for aviation and space brought Jordan Geidel to Auburn. From researching rocket engines to interning with Amentum at NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center, the aerospace engineering senior has found opportunities to turn that passion into a career.

11/4/26 3:30 PM

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Why Auburn: Dylan Heard

Discover why mechanical engineering senior Dylan Heard chose Auburn, from hands-on Makerspace projects to research at the Auburn University Bee Center.

11/4/26 2:50 PM

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Why Auburn: Kathryn Baker

Mechanical engineering student Kathryn Baker shares why she chose Auburn Engineering and how co-op, study abroad, band and Cupola shaped her experience.

9/18/26 1:15 PM

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Why Auburn: Haley Wallach

Philadelphia native Haley Wallach shares why she chose Auburn Engineering, found her place in mechanical engineering and discovered a passion for construction.

9/17/26 8:00 AM

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Why Auburn: India Warren

San Antonio native India Warren found community, research opportunities and a path to structural engineering at Auburn, where she returned for graduate school.

9/3/26 8:00 AM

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Why Auburn: Andrew Dillard

Auburn Engineering junior Andrew Dillard shares how undergraduate research, internships and campus involvement shaped his path in industrial and systems engineering.

4/28/26 1:55 PM

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Why Auburn: Jude Smith

Auburn Engineering sophomore Jude Smith combines applied mathematics and engineering with creativity, developing “The Living Studio” art space while conducting undergraduate research.

4/28/26 1:45 PM

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Why Auburn: Eirik Mulder

Eirik Mulder, a senior double majoring in aerospace engineering and computer science, earned Astronaut and Goldwater scholarships while researching space travel and completing internships.

4/21/26 10:15 AM

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Riley Chichester

Civil and environmental engineering junior Riley Chichester is building her future through internships, leadership and peer advising while preparing for a career in structural engineering.

4/21/26 9:00 AM

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Matthew Clegg

Auburn software engineering senior Matthew Clegg leads in the Brown-Kopel Makerspace, building technical skills, leadership experience and community connections.

3/18/26 1:45 PM

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Mijan Rahman

Mijan Rahman, an Auburn University aerospace engineering doctoral student, researches adaptive AI systems that support pilots in high-stress situations using physiological and cognitive performance data.

3/2/26 3:05 PM

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Haley Evans

Haley Evans, a master’s student in mechanical engineering at Auburn University, researches healthcare ergonomics and medical device design to reduce nurse injuries and improve patient care.

3/2/26 3:00 PM

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Why Auburn: Hanna Dyal

Chemical engineering senior Hanna Dyal balances research, co-op experience and campus leadership while giving back to Auburn and the environment.

1/28/26 4:00 PM

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Elizabeth Gainey

Mechanical engineering doctoral student Elizabeth Gainey researches lead-free electrical components while serving as an ambassador for Auburn’s 1887 Society.

1/28/26 4:00 PM

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Why Auburn: Aidan Anderson

Computer science student Aidan Anderson shares how mentorship, leadership in NSBE and resilience through disability shaped his Auburn experience.

1/28/26 4:00 PM

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Why Auburn: Catherine Franco

Electrical and computer engineering junior Catherine Franco researches space flight through undergraduate research and an internship at NASA Marshall Space Flight Center.

1/28/26 4:00 PM

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Morgan Freeman

Civil engineering alum Morgan Freeman shares why she chose Auburn, her Engineers Without Borders experience in Guatemala and her career in commercial construction.

1/27/26 3:00 PM

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Why Auburn: Rhett Dobbs

Civil and environmental engineering junior Rhett Dobbs shares why he chose Auburn, his passion for transportation, and his campus involvement.

1/27/26 1:40 AM

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Cade May

Aerospace engineering senior Cade May is using undergraduate research on FlightStream software to prepare for graduate school and a future career in the aerospace industry.

11/24/25 8:15 AM

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Addison Faggard

Auburn chemical engineering senior Addison Faggard shares how internships, career fair connections and Engineers Without Borders shaped her path and future plans.

11/14/25 10:35 AM

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Why Auburn: Tyler Wilks

Mechanical engineering student Tyler Wilks shares how Auburn’s community, Brown-Kopel support and hands-on learning helped him succeed during his Honda internship.

11/3/25 10:00 AM

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Why Auburn: Aidan Bosman

Civil engineering graduate researcher Aidan Bosman applies his passion for water to Auburn’s Stormwater Research Facility, working on community projects like Hickory Dickory Park restoration.

11/3/25 9:00 AM

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Olivia Dinehart

Auburn swimmer and aerospace engineering major Olivia Dinehart is balancing competition in the pool with big goals in the aerospace field and beyond.

10/27/25 1:15 PM

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Deena Sayegh

Doctoral student Deena Sayegh is applying industrial and systems engineering to improve healthcare efficiency and inspire students in the classroom.

10/27/25 1:15 PM

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Addy Lee

Auburn senior Addy Lee codes her way to success through robotics research, Makerspace innovation and leadership as a Cupola Engineering Ambassador.

10/22/25 1:45 PM

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Why Auburn: Stanton Freeman

Civil engineering doctoral student Stanton Freeman found his perfect fit at Auburn through academic excellence, family culture and global service.

10/8/25 12:00 AM

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Stefanus Harris Putra

Aerospace doctoral student Stefanus Putra, from Indonesia, advances aircraft design in Auburn’s VSDDL, partnering with NASA and industry to shape the future of flight.

10/6/25 1:00 PM

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Mallory Holland

From Disney dreams to Miss Homecoming, Auburn engineering senior Mallory Holland celebrates her journey of family, magic and problem-solving innovation.

9/25/25 12:00 AM

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Peden Jones

Mechanical engineering master’s student Peden Jones helps lead the Kassel Hand Project, recreating a 16th-century prosthetic while teaching and conducting research.

9/23/25 2:50 PM

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Stephanie Meyer

Stephanie Meyer blends robotics and racing expertise as an Auburn doctoral student leading Autonomous Tiger Racing to victories while advancing autonomous vehicle research.

9/23/25 2:00 PM

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Margelle Kyle

Auburn junior Margelle Kyle helps future engineers as a Cupola Ambassador and designs braces for Dropped Head Syndrome, blending service with innovation.

9/22/25 12:00 AM

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Why Auburn: Vince Visser

Auburn sophomore Vince Visser created Polar Docks, a cooling system for lake docks, earning him a spot as a finalist in the Tiger Cage competition.

9/16/25 10:30 AM

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Why Auburn: Eliana Floyd

Eliana Floyd, a mechanical engineering sophomore, fuels her passion for racing by leading Auburn’s Greenpower USA and Formula SAE teams to victory.

9/11/25 2:35 PM

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Why Auburn: Carolina Triboni

Carolina Triboni, a civil engineering grad student from Brazil, thrives at Auburn, blending research, leadership and community to shape her future.

9/11/25 2:03 PM

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Joah Shay

Freshman Joah Shay balances Auburn’s CEE program and walking on to the basketball team, driven by faith, community and a passion for building and teamwork.

9/10/25 10:00 AM

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Why Auburn: Sathvik Prahadeeswaran

Auburn junior Sathvik Prahadeeswaran found community and career growth through computer science, student organizations and hands-on engineering internships.

9/5/25 9:00 AM

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Why Auburn: Mary Ferguson

Aerospace engineering junior Mary Ferguson serves others through Engineers Without Borders and Cupola Ambassadors while pursuing her passion for aircraft propulsion.

9/4/25 11:35 AM

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Why Auburn: Emma Grace Boyd

Former state gymnastics champion Emma Grace Boyd is balancing Auburn biosystems engineering classes with competing in the SEC, excelling in both the gym and classroom.

9/4/25 11:10 AM

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Sydney Watwood

Auburn chemical engineering student Sydney Watwood helps bring clean water to communities in need through Engineers Without Borders while pursuing a career in water studies.

9/4/25 11:00 AM

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Liam Heary

Auburn swimmer and computer science major Liam Heary is excelling in the pool, classroom and entrepreneurship, competing in the 2025 Tiger Cage Business Idea Competition.

9/4/25 10:15 AM

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Why Auburn: Samantha Korac

Auburn sophomore Samantha Korac designs autonomous race cars and researches GPS technology through Autonomous Tiger Racing and GAVLAB.

9/3/25 4:00 PM

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Kate Handel

Kate Handel, ’23 chemical engineering, is a grad student from Memphis, a U.S. Air Force second lieutenant, and a researcher in nanomaterials for medicine.

8/13/25 10:00 AM

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Bipasyana Dhungana

Bipasyana Dhungana, from Nepal, is a graduate student in Biosystems Engineering and a research assistant in the Biological Engineering Research Lab. She is also an award winner from the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers.

8/13/25 12:00 AM

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Avry Prewitt

Woltosz Fellow Avry Prewitt is building a legacy in civil engineering — as a grad student, Chi Epsilon VP and fall 2024 graduation marshal from Birmingham, Alabama.

5/20/25 4:00 PM

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Jenna Sapong

Jenna Sapong, a mechanical engineering sophomore, balances academics and athletics as a defender for Auburn and Ghana’s U-20 women’s national team.

5/20/25 4:00 PM

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Why Auburn: Phedra Peter

Phedra Peter, a senior in industrial and systems engineering, leads with purpose through Auburn SGA and the National Society of Black Engineers.

5/20/25 3:00 PM

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Nyah Dedeaux

Nyah Dedeaux, a 2026 industrial and systems engineering major from Madison, Alabama, shines on Auburn Danceline with a minor in supply chain.

5/20/25 2:00 PM

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Why Auburn: Ryan Pollard

Ryan Pollard blends mechanical engineering with neurorehab research, using brain signals to control exoskeletons — all while pursuing his passion for teaching.

5/20/25 2:00 PM

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Anna Carter  

Anna Carter, a mechanical engineering major and Birdsong Scholar, is chasing aerospace dreams while crafting jewelry in England and solving problems at Auburn.

5/20/25 1:00 PM