Bird Inc. Program continues middle school outreach across Alabama
11/18/25 12:45 PM
Auburn University’s Bird Inc. program, a middle school manufacturing outreach initiative through the Interdisciplinary Center for Advanced Manufacturing Systems (ICAMS), continues its fall outreach with visits to schools across the state of Alabama.
Engineering alumna to be inducted into Alabama Business Hall of Fame
11/10/25 12:00 PM
Harbert College of Business alumnus Benny LaRussa Jr. and Samuel Ginn College of Engineering alumna Susan Story are among six Class of 2025 honorees who will be inducted into the Alabama Business Hall of Fame on Nov. 13.
Auburn alumna joins ICAMS’ Bird Inc. as presenter
11/5/25 1:25 PM
Leigh Bramlett, chief executive officer of RFT, a plastics manufacturer in Huntsville, recently joined the Bird Inc. program as a new presenter. A 1996 Auburn University graduate, Bramlett brings nearly two decades of manufacturing experience and a lifelong entrepreneurial spirit to the role.
Auburn ISE grad leads defense systems at Amerex
11/5/25 8:15 AM
From missile defense systems to fire suppression technologies, Auburn University industrial and systems engineering alumnus Conner Feemster has built a career focused on making complex systems safer and more effective.
Auburn’s ICAMS featured at NASCAR’s Talladega Superspeedway
11/4/25 11:00 AM
The Interdisciplinary Center for Advanced Manufacturing Systems (ICAMS) at Auburn University recently made an appearance at one of NASCAR’s most iconic venues — Talladega Superspeedway.
Auburn ISE launches international Lean Six Sigma study abroad program
11/3/25 10:30 AM
Auburn University engineering and business students now have the opportunity to study abroad and earn an internationally recognized credential through a new partnership between Auburn, the Technical University of Applied Sciences Würzburg-Schweinfurt (THWS) and Schaeffler, a leading global manufacturer headquartered in Schweinfurt, Germany.
Rising manufacturing researcher recognized for excellence
10/28/25 10:10 AM
Rongxuan Wang, assistant professor in Auburn University’s Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering, has been named a 2025 recipient of the Junior Faculty Research Award for Excellence from the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering.
ISE chair honored with college research award
10/27/25 2:35 PM
Auburn University’s Samuel Ginn College of Engineering has named Greg Harris, chair of the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering and director of the Interdisciplinary Center for Advanced Manufacturing Systems (ICAMS), as the recipient of the 2025 Senior Faculty Research Award for Excellence.
ICAMS honored with Center of Excellence Award
10/27/25 1:45 PM
Auburn University’s Interdisciplinary Center for Advanced Manufacturing Systems (ICAMS) has been named the 2025 recipient of the Center of Excellence Award by the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering. The award recognizes a research center that exemplifies excellence in research, engagement and impact, honoring contributions that advance knowledge, collaboration, and strengthen the college’s role as a leader in engineering innovation.
#GINNing Podcast: Benz There, Done That
10/24/25 10:00 AM
Auburn native, former Tim Cook Scholar and doctoral student Deena Sayegh chose to study industrial and systems engineering because she has a passion for efficiency in every workplace and believes that industrial engineering can be applied to any environment. You're welcome, Mercedes-Benz!
Auburn ISE alumna drives process improvement at Home Depot
10/22/25 11:00 AM
Auburn University industrial and systems engineering alumna Scottie Barre is helping optimize supply chain operations for one of the largest retailers in the country.
New lecturer brings industry experience and entrepreneurial vision to Auburn ISE
10/17/25 9:05 AM
Auburn University’s Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering has hired Adam Ficken as a lecturer, bringing with him years of industry experience and a deep connection to the university as a four-time graduate.
Auburn’s Grand Engineering Challenges combines fun and learning for K-6th grade students
10/15/25 3:00 PM
Auburn University’s Samuel Ginn College of Engineering hosted more than 220 K-6th grade students Tuesday, Oct. 14, as part of its Grand Engineering Challenges event.
Graduate student named 2025 JT Black Lean Engineering Student of the Year
10/15/25 1:15 PM
Carly Walker, a graduate student in Auburn University’s Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISE), has been honored as the 2025 JT Black Lean Engineering Student of the Year.
New faculty role supports ISE’s growth in systems engineering education
10/6/25 1:00 PM
The Auburn University Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISE) recently welcomed Christian Zamiela as an assistant professor, following a successful year serving as a research professor in the department.
Miller Fellowships open global opportunities for Auburn students
10/6/25 11:00 AM
The Auburn University Thomas Walter Center for Technology Management offers several opportunities each summer for students to study abroad while gaining hands-on experience in global engineering and business settings
Industrial and systems engineering senior named Miss Homecoming
9/25/25 11:00 AM
Mallory Holland, a senior in the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering, is Auburn's new Miss Homecoming. Find out why — and other things — on the latest episode of the best podcast in higher education.
Auburn engineering seniors win nationwide summer internship competition
9/18/25 12:00 AM
Auburn engineering seniors designed a retrofit kit to make older military drones autonomous, winning Booz Allen’s national internship contest and earning job offers.
College celebrates 25 years as the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering
9/15/25 10:45 AM
What's in a name? In the case of Samuel Ginn College of Engineering, 25 years of excellence.
Faculty, staff recognized at Engineering Research Awards banquet
9/12/25 9:15 AM
The awards recognize outstanding contributions that exemplify innovation, collaboration and real-world impact
ISE professor awarded Toyota grant for vehicle interface study
9/11/25 10:10 AM
Missie Smith, assistant professor in Auburn University’s Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering and the Center for Occupational Safety, Ergonomics, and Injury Prevention, has been awarded a nearly $100K research grant from Toyota’s Collaborative Safety Research Center (CSRC) to study the attentional demands of in-vehicle interfaces.
A unique study abroad experience: Harbert Business and Ginn Engineering partnership enhances students’ education, career prospects
9/5/25 12:00 PM
Two Auburn students—one in supply chain, one in engineering—teamed up abroad in northern Spain to streamline warehouse operations using DMAIC and digital tech.
ISE welcomes new faculty member to expand systems engineering focus
8/27/25 11:00 AM
Auburn University’s Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering has welcomed Casey Eaton as a new assistant professor, strengthening the department’s growing emphasis on systems engineering.
Thomas Walter Center launches international BET program
8/21/25 2:10 PM
This summer, the Thomas Walter Center for Technology Management (TWC) added a new option to its already thriving study abroad program. Students enrolled in the Business-Engineering-Technology (BET) minor now have the opportunity to participate in a new international BET program (IBET). Over the course of an 8-week trip, students completed their second year of the BET minor, starting in Pamplona, Spain and concluding in Würzburg, Germany.
Three Auburn Engineering students among publication’s top young innovators
8/21/25 8:00 AM
Thomas Lester, Liam Heary and Harrison Ranier have been recognized among the Birmingham Business Journal’s Inno Under 25 honorees.
ISE professor named editor-in-chief of leading engineering journal
8/19/25 2:15 PM
Edward Huang, associate professor in the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISE), has been appointed editor-in-chief of Advanced Engineering Informatics (ADVEI), a Q1 Elsevier journal that ranks among the most respected publications in its field.
Auburn ISE launches healthcare systems certificates
8/19/25 10:50 AM
Auburn University’s Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISE) is now offering undergraduate and graduate certificates in healthcare systems engineering, expanding its curriculum to meet growing industry demands.
COSAM-led field school aims to build Southeast hub for education research
8/14/25 10:00 AM
COSAM’s weeklong field school brings together faculty and graduate students to explore how research can improve STEM teaching—and lays the foundation for a regional hub in education innovation.
Auburn Engineering joins Leadership Greater Huntsville as community trustee
8/12/25 11:30 AM
The Samuel Ginn College of Engineering continues to build its presence and forge partnerships in the Rocket City, recently entering into an agreement with Leadership Greater Huntsville.
Auburn University Samuel Ginn College of Engineering’s namesake and family commit $30 million to scholarships
7/30/25 4:30 PM
The namesake of Auburn University’s Samuel Ginn College of Engineering and the Ginn Family Foundation has committed $30 million to the college to establish a new scholarship program, marking the largest single commitment to scholarships in Auburn University history.
Navy veteran finds success through MEM program
7/29/25 10:40 AM
When Michael Taylor traded his Navy uniform for a project manager role in the private sector, he needed more than operational experience; he needed the skills to lead engineering teams in a complex environment.
ISE researcher awarded simulation fellowship
7/23/25 3:40 PM
The Auburn University Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering has selected Shehzaib Irfan as the recipient of the 2025 Chapman Foundation Simulation Fellowship in recognition of his research in simulation and data-driven modeling.
Auburn ISE team visits Taiwan to explore smart manufacturing innovations
7/9/25 3:10 PM
A team from Auburn University’s Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering recently traveled to Taiwan to explore cutting-edge Industry 4.0 technologies and build international partnerships to support Auburn’s growing efforts in smart manufacturing and advanced systems.
College launches novel internet tool designed to foster research collaboration across multiple disciplines
7/3/25 8:15 AM
AUSME is a searchable, artificial intelligence-powered tool that transforms how researchers discover one another, form collaborations and pursue complex, cross-disciplinary challenges.
ISE alumna advances family manufacturing legacy
7/2/25 4:00 PM
For Caroline Sellnow Pearce, continuing a family tradition means combining engineering, business and meat science into a unique career path that began at Auburn University.
Camp War Eagle leaders help students feel at home
6/18/25 9:00 AM
For many students who feel anxious about starting their journey at Auburn, Camp War Eagle (CWE) is where everything begins to fall into place. For three of the seven head orientation counselors, the experience was so impactful that they chose to get involved themselves, hoping to help hundreds of incoming students find their place at Auburn.
Industrial engineering alumna honored with Auburn University's Lifetime Achievement Award
6/9/25 2:00 PM
The Auburn Alumni Association celebrated its 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award (LAA) recipients and Young Alumni Achievement Award (YAA) recipient at a gala on June 7, at the Jay and Susie Gogue Performing Arts Center.
Manufacturing program brings hands-on learning to Drake Middle School
6/2/25 4:30 PM
At J.F. Drake Middle School in Auburn, sixth-grade students recently stepped into the roles of engineers, business leaders, and quality control specialists, all within the span of a single class period.
Honda returns to Auburn for Lean Manufacturing training
5/27/25 1:05 PM
More than 25 engineers and managers from the Honda Alabama Auto Plant recently returned to Auburn University to take part in Lean Manufacturing training offered through the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering’s (ISE) Tiger Motors Lab.
Industrial and Systems Engineering earns INCOSE Academic Equivalency
5/19/25 9:30 AM
Auburn University’s Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISE) has achieved a significant milestone: official recognition by the International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE) through its Associate Systems Engineering Professional (ASEP) Academic Equivalency program.
ISE doctoral student recognized as Ergonomic Practitioner of the Year
5/5/25 3:45 PM
A doctoral student in the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering was recently recognized with the Ergonomic Practitioner of the Year Award at the Applied Ergonomics Conference in Orlando, Florida.
Auburn Alumni Engineering Council inducts Class of 2030
4/30/25 2:55 PM
The Auburn Alumni Engineering Council inducted seven new members during its annual spring meeting in April in the Brown-Kopel Center.
ISE professor honored with Outstanding Faculty Award
4/22/25 3:10 PM
Tom Devall, professor and director of automotive manufacturing initiatives in Auburn University’s Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering, was recently honored with the Outstanding Faculty Award from the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering.
Eight Auburn Engineering faculty members named to 2025 promotion, tenure list
4/15/25 8:00 AM
Auburn University Provost Vini Nathan announced the names of faculty awarded promotion and tenure for 2025.
Bird Inc. continues to inspire Alabama students to explore careers in manufacturing
4/14/25 11:05 AM
Since January, John Cranston, program coordinator, has visited 22 schools across Alabama to deliver Bird Inc., a high-energy, interactive classroom experience designed to inspire students to consider manufacturing, STEM and entrepreneurship as potential career paths.
Auburn Engineering hosts Huntsville students for STEM career exploration
4/9/25 10:45 PM
Auburn University’s Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering recently welcomed middle school students from the Huntsville Learning Center’s STREAM Team program for a day of hands-on STEM exploration.
Auburn University strengthens global ties through sustainable logistics partnership
4/8/25 3:00 PM
Auburn University’s Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISE) team continues to play a vital role in an international partnership with the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), contributing to groundbreaking research in sustainable logistics.
Chemical engineering student wins Graduate Engineering Research Showcase with study on hydraulic redistribution
4/8/25 10:25 AM
More than 150 students participated in the 12th Graduate Engineering Research Showcase, held April 3 in the Brown-Kopel Center.
Auburn Engineering graduate programs earn high marks in recent U.S. News and World Report rankings
4/8/25 7:46 AM
U.S. News and World Report, which ranks graduate programs nationally each spring, designated Auburn Engineering No. 33 among public institutions when its annual list was released Tuesday, April 8.
Auburn Engineering students combine to win $30,000 in Tiger Cage Student Business Idea Competition final round
4/2/25 9:40 AM
Liam Heary, a sophomore in computer science and software engineering, and Vincent Visser, a sophomore in industrial and systems engineering, won second and fourth place, respectively, in the university's largest student entrepreneurship event