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Professor instructs students about Leave No Trace principles and practices

Auburn’s new parks and recreation degree option supports industry growth, expands student career opportunities

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Auburn Parks and Recreation Management students receive instruction on the Leave No Trace initiative at Crooked Oaks, the former homestead of Auburn football coach Pat Dye. Students now have greater…
Jim and Janice Kelly pose for a photo in a forested fall landscape.

Kelly family establishes scholarship for aspiring forestry and wildlife professionals

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Jim and Janice Kelly A substantial contribution has been made to the Auburn University College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment (CFWE) to assist students with pursuing their academic futures. Inspired…
Solon Dixon Forestry Education Center Dormitory Rendering

Auburn’s Board of Trustees approves new dormitory construction at Solon Dixon Forestry Education Center

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The Auburn University Board of Trustees approved the construction of a new 12,000-square-foot dormitory at the Solon Dixon Forestry Education Center, located in Andalusia, Alabama. The $5.7 million project will…
Hao Chen observes poplars in a greenhouse

Auburn professor charting genetic map for more sustainable, resilient bioenergy

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Hao Chen observes poplar trials at the Auburn University Plant Science Research Center. An Auburn University professor is using genomics to uncover and harness the genetic traits of drought-tolerant species…
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CFWE Welcomes New Faculty

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During the last few years, the College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment (CFWE) has invested heavily in recruiting top academic talent for its instruction, outreach and research missions. These individuals…
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Auburn’s Emmett & ViAnn Thompson Lecture in Forest Economics and Policy to feature Cade Warner, president and CEO of The Westervelt Company, on Feb. 25, 2026

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Auburn announces the 2026 Emmett & ViAnn Thompson Lecture in Forest Economics and Policy will be presented by Cade Warner, president and CEO of The Westervelt Company. Auburn University’s College…
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Noles honored with Friend of Cumberland Award from Samford University

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Jim Noles Auburn University faculty member Jim Noles has been recognized for his support to the Cumberland School of Law at Samford University with the conferral of the 2025 Friend…
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Eckhardt awarded Auburn University Alumni Professorship

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Lori Eckhardt, a professor of integrated forest pathology and entomology, was awarded an Alumni Professorship by the Auburn Alumni Association in September. Alumni Professorships recognize tenured faculty who demonstrate exceptional…
Students shown in forest with professor as they receive field training at the Dixon Center.

Auburn receives anchor gift to support construction of new Dixon Center dormitory

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During a recent visit, Auburn and CFWE leadership, Dixon Foundation members, and Dixon Center staff gather for a photo outside the center's Solon and Martha Dixon Foundation Learning Center in…
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