Auburn University Outreach Center for Educational Outreach & Engagement

🎄 ‘Twas the night before Christmas, and we’re sparking a new tradition! ✨

Our Auburn Outreach Ambassadors dedicate their time to connecting with K-12 students and making our campus tours unforgettable for underrepresented students. Their commitment to community service and passion for creating meaningful change makes our outreach family truly special!

We’re thrilled to introduce our very first Ambassador spotlight featuring Jaylynn Wilson! Following our recent mentor highlights, there’s no better time than Christmas Eve to begin celebrating the incredible students who make our outreach mission possible.

Stay tuned as we continue to showcase more of our amazing Outreach Ambassadors in the new year! 🧡💙

Merry Christmas Eve, Auburn Family! 🎅

✨ The Christmas countdown continues, and we’re spreading twice the holiday cheer today! Meet two more incredible members of our outreach family:

👋 Kayla Jones & Formeeca Trip - two individuals who embody the true spirit of giving back. These amazing mentors have been working tirelessly to make this holiday season brighter for our community.

From sharing love and laughter with our students to spreading smiles wherever they go, Kayla and Formeeca show us what the season of giving is all about. 🎄

Join us in celebrating these holiday heroes who make our mission possible! 🌟

📣 Introducing Mentor Mondays! 🌟

For the month of December, we’re shining the spotlight on our incredible YPiT (Young Professionals in Training) mentors who are making a profound difference in our community! These passionate individuals dedicate their time and energy to support the mission of CEOE and YPiT families.

🤝 Our mentors are more than just volunteers—they’re changemakers, role models, and champions of potential. They embody Auburn University’s commitment to engagement and outreach, transforming lives one meaningful connection at a time.

Ready to get to know our amazing team?💙🧡

First Up: JORDYN WOODLEY 🌟

Jordyn Woodley is a beacon of passion and purpose within our YPiT mentor team. As a dedicated student, she brings infectious energy and a genuine commitment to empowering young professionals. With her remarkable ability to connect, inspire, and guide, Jordyn exemplifies the heart of mentorship – transforming potential into remarkable achievement.

📢 This Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 10 AM, YPiT will be hosting its monthly session at the Opelika Learning Center! This month’s theme is *Blueprint Your Success: Turn Ideas to Empire*. 💡 Students will dive into business plans, learn about their key elements, and even build one of their own!

But that’s not all! After the session, our *College Bound* segment will follow, featuring Auburn University’s Office of Admissions, who will talk with students about college applications and what it takes to be a future Tiger! 🐯🎓

Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to learn and grow!

This week, YPiT had the honor of representing CEOE at the Outreach and Engaged Symposium! 🎉 YPiT students Hannah and Wendell Padgett proudly shared their experiences and informed guests about the Young Professionals in Training Program. They highlighted the incredible opportunities they’ve been involved in as participants in this amazing initiative! We’re so proud of their dedication and leadership!

Happy Labor Day! 🎉 Today, we celebrate the hard work, dedication, and contributions of everyone who makes a difference in our communities. Whether you’re working at home, in the classroom, on the frontlines, or behind the scenes, we appreciate all that you do. Enjoy this well-deserved day of rest and reflection! From all of us at CEOE, thank you for your unwavering commitment and efforts. 💼💪

📚 School is back in session! 🎒 Ready to kick off the year strong? Check out these tips to help set your family up for success and make this school year the best one yet. Let’s start strong and keep the momentum going all year long! 💪✨

🚀 Get ready for an exciting start to the YPiT year! Tomorrow, YPiT will be kicking off their first session, and this year’s theme is Entrepreneurship! 🌟

Join YPiT at 10 AM in the Mell Library Auditorium 2550 at Auburn University, where students will be introduced to the dynamic world of entrepreneurship. Parents, please remember to stay for this session to sign the required documentation. We’ll also have monthly parent sessions to keep you involved every step of the way.

See you there—let’s make this year unforgettable! #

📢 The YPiT Open House Event is happening today, August 15, 2024, at 6 PM** at The Curtis House - 125 Jeter Ave, Opelika, AL, 36801. 📢

It’s not too late to register! If you’re interested in this amazing program, simply scan the QR code in the post to sign up. We’d love to see you there! Enjoy light refreshments, door prizes, and discover how YPiT can help shape your future. 🎉🍪

YPiT is designed for students in grades 5-12 from Lee, Macon, and Chambers counties, offering mentorship, career exploration, and college preparation. Don’t miss this opportunity to get involved and make a difference in your educational journey! 🌟

For more details, visit https://auburn.edu/outreach/ceoe/youngprofessionals.htm or contact Dr. Venus Hewing-Gunner at [email protected].

🚀 Want to be part of an innovation that transforms rural education in Alabama? Apply to the Rural Teacher Fellows Program for Spring 2025!

✨ Benefits for Students:
• Housing stipend and living expenses covered for the semester
• Experience the unique rewards of living and working in a rural community
• Make a real impact on a rural community

For more info, check out the video in story or email [email protected]. Don’t miss out on this opportunity!

Apply now: (https://auburn.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0NHgHwXALIKrKOW)

📢 Exciting News! The Auburn University Career Technical Academy (CTA) is kicking off on August 30th at the Lee County Learning Center! 🎉

In partnership with Lee County Career Technical Education, this 30-week program offers comprehensive education and training, including work-based training and skill development. Our students will gain valuable entrepreneurial, social-emotional, global awareness, and financial literacy skills, along with exposure to a wide range of college and career options. 🌟

Last school year, 52 students in grades 9-12 received 30 hours each of Career and Technical Instruction from Auburn University and our amazing affiliates, totaling 710 hours of student instruction. We are incredibly grateful for our dedicated students, supportive families, and the CEOE Staff, Auburn University, and affiliates for investing in our future leaders! 💼👩‍🎓👨‍🎓

For more information, visit [Auburn University Career Technical Academy](https://www.auburn.edu/outreach/ceoe/cta.htm).