AU OUTREACH eNews

December 2025 Volume 3, Issue 16

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New! OLLI Sampler Class

Are you naturally curious? Ready to start the new year off with new friends and new activities? Try OLLI! 

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Auburn is a membership program offering lifelong learning opportunities that enhance the quality of life for people over fifty through intellectually stimulating courses, workshops, social experiences, physical activity, and volunteerism. The OLLI sampler class will meet on Wednesdays, January 21 through March 4, from 5 – 6:30 PM in the Sunny Slope Annex. In this class, you’ll learn about a variety of fascinating topics. Each session features one of our expert instructors presenting a single session from one of their courses, tailored just for you. 

• History: America in 1960 vs. America Today presented by Larry Gerber
• Art in Alabama presented by Alice Novak
• Staying Active with OLLI: Where, When, & What You Need to Go Hiking presented by Harold Bruner
• Writing with OLLI: Memoirs, Essays, & Poetry presented by Ken Autrey
• Exploring the Natural World of Alabama presented by Bill Deutsch & Gary Wagoner
• Health, History, and Science: The Impact of Infectious Diseases on History presented by Michael Canfield
• Benefits of OLLI & Social Hour hosted by Scott Bishop

Registration is only $25 for all 7 sessions, and the cost is applied to your annual membership when you join. Register at aub.ie/tryOLLI. The Sunny Slope Annex is located at 1031 S College Street in Auburn. For questions, contact us at olli@auburn.edu.



Thank you Seniors

from The Campus Kitchen!

We would like to take a moment to recognize and thank recent graduates who volunteered with The Campus Kitchen at Auburn University!! You all have made such a phenomenal impact not only on CKAU, but on the East Alabama community far beyond Auburn. The service and compassion you have provided will always be cherished! 



Fall 2025 Graduating Seniors:

-Johanna Mondragon

-Will Gerber

-Katherine Harnden

-Danielle Tackett

-Elle Stokes

-Colby Axelberd

-Georgia Craca

Learn more about The Campus Kitchen at AU.

Save the Date for the 2026 Global Community Day Festival!

Join the AU Office of Outreach Global as it celebrates the 5th Anniversary of the Global Community Day Festival!

On Saturday, March 28, 2026, join AU Outreach Global at the Opelika Amphitheater (1001 SportsPlex Parkway, Opelika, AL 36801) from 9:30am to 3:00pm for a day filled with cultural exchange and international experiences. This family-friendly event is free and open to the public!

If you are interested in having a booth at the festival, performing a talent, participating in the Parade of the Flags or Global Attire Showcase (cultural fashion show), sharing your culture in some other way, or registering as a vendor to sell goods/food, please contact Olivia Houlden (oph0007@auburn.edu, 334-844-5787) or Outreach Global at outrglb@auburn.edu. For more information, please visit our website at aub.ie/globalfestival. 

Businesses or organizations interested in partnering with Outreach Global as festival sponsors are encouraged to contact Dr. Elizabeth Quansah (eid0001@auburn.edu, 334-844-5716).

We look forward to seeing you there!

MORE THAN COLLEGE PREP

Auburn Outreach program transforms students, parents, mentors

Auburn University Outreach’s Young Professionals in Training (YPIT) program is more than college prep—it’s transforming lives. For five years, YPIT has helped East Alabama students explore careers, build confidence and graduate college-ready, while empowering parents and Auburn student mentors. With themes like entrepreneurship and health care, hands-on experiences and community support, YPIT creates a family of learners and leaders.

Read more about the Center for Educational Outreach and Engagement's YPiT program.

Celebrate the Season with Auburn Outreach!

We’re wrapping up a year of meaningful connections and community impact.

Watch our holiday slideshow and share in the joy!

2025 photo slides

Thanks for a Great Year!

Follow some of our programming on social media:

AuburnServes

https://www.facebook.com/AuburnUniversityServes/

GEAR UP Achieve

GEAR UP Achieve - Facebook

Circle K International at Auburn

(student led community-service organization)

Circle K International at Auburn University - Facebook

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