Auburn University - Local Atmosphere

College Prowler Take

Most students claim to feel right at home with Auburn’s warm and friendly atmosphere. They enjoy the slow pace of a southern college town, and at the same time are able to engage in a variety of activities. While there are a few drawbacks, such as lack of entertainment during the breaks, larger cities are just a short drive away.

For those of you who crave the fast life of a big city, Auburn may not satisfy your craving. Some students may feel bored at times with what Auburn has to offer, but that doesn’t mean that there isn’t anything to do here. With a little effort, students will find a plethora of enjoyable forms of entertainment, from hiking to swimming to watching movies.

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Students Speak Out

AUASb says: Auburn University 2015 Education

It's a very small town. I'm from... It's a very small town. I'm from Auburn originally, and it's a very beautiful and unique town atmosphere. There is a community college nearby called Southern Union. There isn't a ton of things to do because this is a relatively small city, but there are fun bars and lots of nice places to go to hang out! 12345 Local Atmosphere: March 12, 2009 Report

AUKL says: Auburn University 2016 Education

Auburn is definitely a college... Auburn is definitely a college town. The town itself has a captivating charm, which is what drew me to Auburn in the first place. There are cute boutiques downtown and random trinket shops. Montgomery and Atlanta are your best bets for shopping if you want a real mall. However, there is a mall in Opelika that isn't terrible if you just want some basics. Don't go to Columbus at night—it is sketchy. 12345 Local Atmosphere: February 24, 2009 Report

AUAS says: Auburn University 2016 Public Administration and Social Services

I love the atmosphere of the town.... I love the atmosphere of the town. Auburn University is the town, which makes the campus feel a lot smaller. The best things to visit or do is an Auburn football game. Tuskegee and Troy are close by, and some people come here for the weekend. 12345 Local Atmosphere: February 24, 2009 Report

Anonymous says:

Auburn is a great location. You... Auburn is a great location. You can be in four different states within a three-hour drive. If you are into outdoors stuff, then you will be in heaven. There is great backpacking, kayaking, rock climbing, and mountain biking super close by. 12345 Local Atmosphere Report

Anonymous says:

Auburn’s atmosphere is what makes... Auburn’s atmosphere is what makes it unique. It’s not like the other towns this size in Alabama. The University brings a lot more diversity and open-mindedness to Auburn. 12345 Local Atmosphere Report

Facts

Did You Know?

5 Fun Facts about Auburn:
• Toomer’s Drug Store makes famous lemonade that tops many people’s “Try Before You Die” lists
• February 15, 1974 marks Auburn’s first streaking incident.
• Auburn University was closed during the Civil War in 1861 and reopened in 1866..
• Jordan-Hare Stadium can seat over 85,000 people, a number that is typically reached during football season.
• Legend has it that if a student steps on the university seal, located in front of Langdon Hall, they won’t graduate from Auburn.

Famous People from Auburn:
Charles Barkley
Bo Jackson

Local Slang:
War Eagle – A greeting indigenous to Auburn—a battle cry
of sorts. Constantly heard at sporting events, especially football, War Eagle is also commonly used as a way of saying hello and goodbye.
Y’all – A Southerner’s way of saying the plural form of “you.”
Shug-Jordan – Pronounced “shoog jerdan;” a well-known and highly-traveled road in Auburn.

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