Winter 2023 edition
Laura Young Palmer is pictured sitting in the Gogue Performing Arts Center.
Opening doors to the arts

Arts enthusiast Laura Young Palmer ’70 is a loyal patron and supporter of Auburn University’s Jay and Susie Gogue Performing Arts Center. Her current and future support ensures the arts are available to everyone – now and for generations to come.

Elizabeth Hobbs is pictured in front of the Harbert College of Business campus.
Paying it forward

Elizabeth Hobbs always thought she was destined for community college. Auburn seemed financially out of reach until her ACT score opened the door to merit scholarships. But a scholarship from a planned gift is what has made her Auburn Experience truly possible.

A man and a woman have a discussion at their kitchen table.
5 reasons to consider a QCD

Since Congress made IRA Qualified Charitable Distributions permanent in 2015, they have become an increasingly popular way for those 70 ½ and older to give back to Auburn University. See why they are a win-win for IRA owners and Auburn.

Auburn University President Christopher B. Roberts is pictured on a walkway in Samford Park.
Creating our own legacies

Invoking the example of legendary figures from Auburn’s past, President Roberts challenges the current generation of the Auburn Family to create its own legacies – allowing Auburn to dream the biggest dreams.