Auburn University
The Hotel at Auburn University & Dixon Conference Center is conveniently located in the heart of all the action at Auburn University!
Samford Hall
History
Auburn University was established in 1856 as the East Alabama Male College, 20 years after the city of Auburn's founding. In 1872, under the Morrill Act, the school became the first land-grant college in the South and was renamed the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Alabama.
In 1899 the name again was changed, to the Alabama Polytechnic Institute. Finally, in 1960 the name of the school was changed to Auburn University, a title more in keeping with its location, and expressing the varied academic programs and larger curriculum of a major university.
Today, Auburn is one of the few universities to carry the torch as a land, sea and space grant university. Our Fall 2010 semester enrollment was 25,078. Our students can choose from more than 140 degree options in 13 schools and colleges at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels.
Auburn University has developed into one of the largest universities in the South, remaining in the educational forefront with its traditional blend of arts and applied science, and changing with the needs of today while living with a respect for the traditions and spirit that are Auburn.
For more information you can visit the Auburn University Welcome Page!
Academics
For a full listing of the Colleges and Schools at Auburn University, please visit the Academics page.
Additional Resources:
2012 Summer Semester
| May 17 | Classes Begin | (Thurs) |
| May 28 | Memorial Day (Holiday) | (Mon) |
| June 20 | Mid-Semester (24th Class Day) ** | (Wed) |
| June 21 | No Classes - MS-I Reading Period | (Thurs) |
| June 22 | No Classes - MS-I Exam Period | (Fri) |
| July 4 | Independence Day (Holiday) | (Wed) |
| July 27 | Classes End | (Fri) |
| July 28 | Study/Reading Day | (Sat) |
| July 30 - Aug. 1 | Final Exam Period | (Mon-Wed) |
| Aug. 4 | Commencement | (Sat) |
Alumni
Auburn Alumni Association
Mission
The mission of the Auburn Alumni Association is to foster and strengthen the relationship between Auburn University and its alumni and friends; to preserve and promote the university's traditions, purposes, growth and alumni; and to keep alive the spirit of affection and reverence for our alma mater.
For more information or to become a member please visit the AU Alum Website.
Athletics
Facilities
Looking for a certain sporting facility? Visit the facilities page for more information on the Auburn Athletic Facilities!
Events
Visit the Auburn Athletics Calendar of Events to view upcoming athletic events!
Tickets
Planning a trip to Auburn and want to attend a sporting event? Visit the Auburn Athletics Ticket Central for more information!
Jordan-Hare Stadium
Camp War Eagle
2012 Session Dates
May 24-25
May 31–June 1
June 7-8
June 11-12
June 14-15
June 21-22
June 25-26
June 28-29
July 9-10
July 12-13
Hotel and Restaurant Management Program
Horst Schulze & Dean June Henton
Partnership with the Hotel at Auburn Univeristy
The Hotel and Restaurant Management Program debuted in 1987 as part of Auburn University’s Department of Nutrition, Dietetics, and Hospitality Management in the College of Human Sciences. At that time, Mr. Horst Schulze, already one of the most illustrious names in the hospitality industry, was introduced to the Dean of the College, Dr. June Henton. His admiration for her visionary leadership led him to accept her invitation for appointment as an advisory board member to the College and the Program. Schulze’s appointment signaled the start of a relationship that would grow to establish Auburn University’s HRMT program as one of the finest hospitality leadership and training programs in the world.
Through management of The Hotel at Auburn University & Dixon Conference Center, The Capella Hotel Group offers hotel-as-classroom instruction with Practicum Classes designed to provide hands-on experience in all facets of hotel and restaurant operation. Providing students both classroom theory and practical experience with a model of continuous quality improvement as a fundamental component of their degree requirements, The Hotel and Restaurant Management Program is preparing students to make their own way and define their own positions as the future “Global Leaders in the Service Business.”
Auburn Abroad in Italy
Students within the College of Human Sciences have the unique opportunity to participate in a 21st century Grand Tour through the Joseph S. Bruno Auburn Abroad in Italy program. This semester-long program is based in the small town of Ariccia, Italy located in the Alban Hills near Rome. The program offers more than a dozen excursions to a variety of cities and regions throughout Italy including multiple trips to Rome, the neighboring towns of the Castelli Romani, and the regions of Campania, Umbria and Tuscany to visit cities such as Pompeii, Assisi, and Florence.
For more information please visit Auburn Abroad's Website.
HRMT Students on the California Wine Country Tour in Napa
Dr. Douglas with HRMT Students at the Hospitality Gala
Food Production Class in the Kitchen at the Hotel at Auburn University
War Eagle Parent Program
Exclusive Parent Program (War Eagle Parent Program/WEPP) only for parents of current AU students.
Hotel Benefits/Value to you, as a Member will be:
- Special Guest Room Rate of $119.00 per night (plus applicable hotel tax, presently at 13%) for our deluxe (standard) room type based upon room and rate availability at time reservation is made. (Caller must request this special discounted room rate at time of reservation, based upon availability, special event dates such as graduation, move-in and home football games dates do not apply. Other specific blackout dates may apply as well). Rate valid through July 31, 2012.
- Special discounts and promotions available only to WEPP members through out the year.
- Seasonal hotel and/or Ariccia Italian Trattoria & Bar exclusive promotions throughout the year.
- Informational Hotel emails throughout the year.
Join Today!
For more information on the War Eagle Parent Program please contact Christin Bancroft at christin.bancroft@auhcc.com.
