7 Year Commitment
6,527 students
GEAR UP Achieve
4,474 Campers
37 states & 4 countries
Auburn Youth Programs
Recognizing Excellence
in Faculty Outreach
Office of Faculty Engagement
Building Partnerships. Creating Possibilities
Connecting communities through Auburn’s commitment to outreach, engagement, and impact.
Outreach and Engaged Scholarship Symposium
Passion & Purpose, The Power of Partnerships, August 26-27, 2026
It’s More Than Camp, It’s Campus Life
AYP offers summer programs to approximately 4,000 middle and high school students each year.
Beyond Auburn Magazine
Winter 2025 Leanne Dillard: Award for Excellence in Faculty Outreach
Outreach Departments
Center for Educational Outreach and Engagement (CEOE)
The Center for Educational Outreach and Engagement (CEOE) establishes and participates in K-12 programs with underrepresented students, schools and communities. Key programs include YPiT and GEAR UP Achieve.
Corporate and Community Partnerships (CCP)
The Corporate and Community Partnerships team manages the relationships and facilitates building new ones with our outreach partners, both locally and nationwide.
Encyclopedia of Alabama (EOA)
The Encyclopedia of Alabama (EOA) is a free, online reference resource on Alabama's history, culture, geography and natural environment. EOA is an outreach initiative of AU, working in collaboration with a number of state agencies, educational institutions and historical/humanities organizations across Alabama.
Faculty Engagement
The Office of Faculty Engagement provides campus-wide support, advocacy and leadership in the promotion of outreach and community engagement at AU. Key programs include the Award for Excellence in Faculty Outreach, the Faculty Outreach and Engagement Council and the 2021 Faculty Engagement Survey.
Government and Economic Development Institute (GEDI)
The Government and Economic Development Institute (GEDI) promotes effective government policy and management, civic engagement and economic prosperity. Key programs include the EDAA Leadership Institute and the Alabama Local Government Training Institute (ALGTI).
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI)
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) offers member-centered courses, hands-on learning experiences and social interaction for people over 50. Experienced volunteer instructors lead affordably priced courses in a variety of subjects and settings. Join OLLI today!
Outreach Global
Outreach Global is creating opportunities for global engagement and contributing to community development worldwide! Key programs include the Community Festival Day, the Ghana Healthcare Program and the Ghana Service Learning Program.
Professional and Continuing Education (OPCE)
The Office of Professional and Continuing Education (OPCE) makes the educational resources of AU available for non-credit education programs and conferences designed to promote lifelong learning. Key programs include Auburn Youth Programs and the EagleCast Webinar Series.
Public Service (OPS)
The Office of Public Service (OPS) promotes faculty, student and staff engagement through the development of community and institutional partnerships. Key programs include the AuburnServes Network, Campus Kitchens Project and Webinar Training Courses.
IT and CEU Office
The Outreach Information Technology and CEU Office provides support to all departments within University Outreach. Key functions include Help Tickets, Access Request Forms, CEU Certification, Reporting, and Non-Credit Transcripts.
AuburnServes
The AuburnServes network encourages students to take an active role in fulfilling the university's mission by volunteering and getting involved with local organizations. Key programs include Community Partner Training and the Virtual Volunteer Fair.
Since 2010
Carnegie Foundation Community Engagement Classification
Over 1,800
Residents of Sekondi, Ghana
Aided by Outreach Global's Ghana Healthcare Program
Over $26 million
In Grants Awarded
For outreach and extension initiatives annually
Carnegie R1
and Community Engagement
Auburn proudly holds both classifications
