Dear Auburn Family, 

November was a month of gratitude and growth at Auburn University, ushering in a season of reflection and connection on The Plains. For the Auburn Family, this month was a time to celebrate our shared traditions, express gratitude for our community, and prepare for the exciting challenges ahead.

This November, the Student Government Association dedicated itself to fostering opportunities for growth, advocacy, and unity. From meaningful service projects and campus-wide events to preparations for the upcoming academic and athletic seasons, there’s something for everyone to contribute to.

Many SGA members visited Tuscaloosa this month to participate in the annual Better Relations Day with the University of Alabama. Visitors were able to meet their counterparts, take a tour of Bryant-Denney Stadium, and hear from Alabama SGA alumni.

The Top 5 Miss Auburn candidates were announced at the end of this month! The elections team conducts two rounds of interviews and two sets of callouts to choose the final five, and we are so proud of their hard work. All other major and minor candidates have also applied and will be selected during elections in the spring. 

The Campus Safety Walk was an awesome success! The administration and campus police were very involved and many students came out to make sure our safety features are all working well. 

There is a new Auburn Answers Website that will streamline the process of students asking their questions to SGA. The questions are answered by the assistant vice presidents. 

As we navigate the final stretch of the semester, let’s embrace this season with the same enthusiasm and spirit that define Auburn University. Whether it’s cheering on the Tigers, volunteering in the community, or simply savoring a moment with friends, November is the perfect time to honor our values and continue building a brighter Auburn experience.

We thank you for the honor it is to serve you!

Sincerely,

SGA

Dear Auburn Family, 

October on the Plains has been full of liveliness and joy for the Auburn Family! As we welcome fall, let’s reflect on all of the fun that October has brought to Auburn’s campus.

Hey Day was, as it always is, the highlight of the month! The Hey Day team and SGA as a whole worked tirelessly to make the day successful, and it was a record breaking. 12,975 name tags were passed out which surpasses any other year. Hey Day’s past is storied, and this year there was a larger focus on teaching students about its origins. Overall, camaraderie soared and more students and staff said “hey” than ever!

The annual Campus Roundtable was held between SGA, ISO, and BSU in order to discuss each organization’s goals and the way that they can uplift each other. The Roundtale serves as an opportunity to express concerns and praise successes across all three organizations. It is also a time for students to speak up about their campus experience, and we are thankful for all who attended.

Freshman Forum officially welcomed 57 new members this October! After a two round interview process and callouts at Cater Hall, these freshmen were celebrated as the chosen few! There was a historically large turnout of applicants, and SGA appreciates all of the interest taken in the program. The new group has had their retreat and has started meeting and we cannot wait to see what all they accomplish!

The EXP Branch of SGA kicked off this month as well. EXP is a chance for any student to participate in SGA and help with various events. The group is open to new members throughout the year and are updated on SGA’s goals throughout the year. We are excited to continue including them throughout this term.

Voter registration tabling continued throughout October and was held on the Haley Concourse by the External Affairs branch. Resources on each state’s absentee voting policies were provided to support out-of-state students. Encouraging students to vote has been a major goal of SGA’s this semester, and we hope to cultivate lifelong citizenship starting now. 

A commendation was presented to all Olympic Athletes who have gone to Auburn by the Senate. This special recognition both highlighted exceptional alumni was a great time to honor these athletes who worked hard for their achievement. Current and past olympians were officially recognized, and, in the future, we hope to celebrate more.

As October draws to a close, we reflect on a month filled with growth, achievement, and new opportunities. From the changing seasons to the exciting projects and events we’ve shared, this month has been a reminder of the power of collaboration. We hope October has been as enriching for you as it has for us, and we look forward to continued collaboration in November!

We thank you for the honor it is to serve you!

Sincerely, SGA

Dear Auburn Family,

September on the Plains has been full of activity and energy for the Auburn Family! Here is an overview of all that SGA worked with through September.

Miss Homecoming campaigns were the focal point of early September. Abigail Stephenson, Helen Talmadge, Lily Grace Thome, Emery Waggoner and Molly Walding spent the week highlighting their platforms to the student body across campus. For three days, these five candidates planned activities revolving around their campaigns, and connected with students through tabling and chapter visits, and on election day, over 28% of students voted. On Saturday at the Homecoming football game against the University of New Mexico, Helen Talmage was crowned Miss Homecoming 2024. SGA would like to thank our Executive Director of Elections, Elections Council, and Elections Board for their hard work during the election season. Congratulations to Helen and War Eagle!

SGA’s Lobby Board team welcomed 40 new members to their group this month. After interviews and selections, new members and returners gathered for their first meeting of the semester where they set goals for the year.

Ring Sales Week was held September 16th-20th. The Auburn Ring is a symbol of pride and accomplishment for Auburn students as they are eligible to receive their ring towards the end of their college experience. The SGA Ring Team has been working since last semester for this week to run smoothly and their efforts were a success. SGA members from all branches helped to sell rings through chapter visits, social media, and on the concourse. The team also announced the brand-new men’s Signet ring to add even more variety to the rings catalog. Rings purchased will be received at Ring Night on December 5th.

A voter registration drive was held on campus by the External Affairs team on September 17th. Students were encouraged to register to vote, whether it be by absentee ballot or in person. In the same week, External Affairs hosted Mayor Anders for “Mochas with the Mayor” on the Haley Concourse to provide students with the opportunity to meet a well-known member of our community and local government. The City of Auburn strives to include Auburn students and invite opportunities for discussion with them regarding local issues. We are thankful for the City of Auburn and their efforts on campus.

Miss Auburn hosted an interview workshop this month in which students got to practice their professional skills. A panel of accomplished Auburn men and women, along with Miss AuburnGrace Crim herself, answered student questions and gave advice to sharpen interview expertise.

Auburn Athletics has hosted five home football games in a row, and our athletics team has been working hard to make sure students have the best athletics experience possible. The Organizational Seating Program (OSP) and shaker distribution continue to run strong, and after a long break, they will be back in the stadium in November. The OSP team hosts shaker distribution every Friday at 2 p.m. inside Jordan-Hare Stadium, and invites all students to engage with this unique volunteer opportunity to see JHS before game day and help distribute shakers throughout the student section. Auburn football enriches the student experience, and it has been a joy to spend five weeks in a row together

September was a productive month for SGA, and we are sure that October will do the same. We thank you for this honor to serve you!

Sincerely, SGA