Real stories. Real students. Find out why they chose Auburn Engineering — in their own words.
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Avry Prewitt

Woltosz Fellow Avry Prewitt is building a legacy in civil engineering — as a grad student, Chi Epsilon VP and fall 2024 graduation marshal from Birmingham, Alabama.

5/20/25 4:00 PM

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Jenna Sapong

Jenna Sapong, a mechanical engineering sophomore, balances academics and athletics as a defender for Auburn and Ghana’s U-20 women’s national team.

5/20/25 4:00 PM

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Phedra Peter

Phedra Peter, a junior in industrial and systems engineering, leads with purpose through Auburn SGA and the National Society of Black Engineers.

5/20/25 3:00 PM

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Johnathan Deery

Johnathan Deery, a senior in industrial and systems engineering, is shaping manufacturing’s future through ICAMS and business engineering tech.

5/20/25 2:00 PM

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Nyah Dedeaux

Nyah Dedeaux, a 2026 industrial and systems engineering major from Madison, Alabama, shines on Auburn Danceline with a minor in supply chain.

5/20/25 2:00 PM

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Kate Wilson

Kate Wilson, a Nashville native and ASCE leader, is set to graduate in spring 2025 with a civil engineering degree and a passion for green infrastructure.

5/20/25 2:00 PM

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Ryan Pollard

Ryan Pollard blends mechanical engineering with neurorehab research, using brain signals to control exoskeletons — all while pursuing his passion for teaching.

5/20/25 2:00 PM

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Anna Carter  

Anna Carter, a mechanical engineering major and Birdsong Scholar, is chasing aerospace dreams while crafting jewelry in England and solving problems at Auburn.

5/20/25 1:00 PM