By Hayden Futral, Admissions Advisor
Although I did not attend Auburn University, I have grown up a huge Auburn fan. From running to Toomer’s after a football game to roll the trees to walking the campus with my dad to see where he studied in the ‘80s, Auburn’s campus is hard not to love as a non-alumnus.
I began my Auburn career in May of 2024 as an Admissions Advisor for the Huntsville Metro area in the state of Alabama. Upon arriving to campus for my interview, I knew that the feeling I had was not nerves (okay… maybe a few!) but a sense of pride and comfort. I knew if I was chosen to be an Admissions Advisor at Auburn University, it would be such a joy to come to work on this campus and with these students every day. Now, just passing my 1-year anniversary, I can say that applying to work at Auburn was the best choice I have ever made in my professional career. From the staff taking me under their wing to aid me in areas I was not familiar with, to having one of the most supportive supervisors I have ever had, Auburn University is full of people who not only care about the work they do, but they care about the person doing the work.
If you have ever heard anyone talk about Auburn, they more than likely mentioned the words “Auburn Family”. Here at Auburn, I truly believe you will never meet a stranger. With so many smiling faces, campus is full of electricity and fire to be a part of the Loveliest Village on the Plains. The Auburn family means so much to me. Growing up, I was raised in a divided household…football wise. My dad graduated from Auburn University, and my mom the University of Alabama. The weekend of the Iron Bowl was a treacherous time in my household. Auburn holds a special place in my heart. From the professional and personal growth that I have been able to achieve, to feeling right at home in a new city, Auburn takes you in and makes you one of its own. Like George Petrie said, “I believe in Auburn and love it.”
