Young Alumni
Young Alumni Council
The Auburn Alumni Association’s Young Alumni Council is made up of 30 dynamic individuals under the age of 40, representing a diverse range of colleges, graduation years, and geographic locations. With a mission to support Auburn’s goals, the council focuses on engaging and connecting young alumni back to Auburn University through meaningful projects, professional development opportunities, and impactful events.
20 Under 40 Recognition
Each year, the Auburn Alumni Association’s Young Alumni Council nominates Auburn University young alumni and friends for the 20 Under 40 award. This award was established to recognize members of the Auburn Family for extraordinary accomplishments, significant professional achievements and distinguished service to others.
Each nominee must show how they make a substantial impact in their industry, field, or community and demonstrate the ideals of the Auburn Creed. Nominated by their peers, the 20 Under 40 award winners are the next generation of leaders in the Auburn Family.
Young Alumni Stories
Interior Designer Courtney Brannan Crafts the Lap of Luxury
Luxury hotel interior designer Courtney Brannan ’11 combines culture and comfort at some of the world’s most prestigious properties.
Churmell Mitchell ’16 Knows It’s All About The Journey
How strong teachers and an Auburn education turned Churmell Mitchell into a national speaker, mentor, best-selling author and CEO.
The Comfort of the Uncomfortable
Jay Bland has learned to relish moments of uncertainty that often lead to success.
Auburn Alum and NBC Entertainment Correspondent, Chloe Melas, is Making News
A meeting at Auburn’s student-run television station launched Chloe Melas’ career as an entertainment news correspondent for VH1, CNN and NBC news.
Alum and Military Veteran, Curtis Pippin, Answers the Call
Life isn’t easy in the military, but transitioning out can be even harder. Curtis Pippin ’17 helps veterans adjust to civilian life one connection at a time.
Why Auburn Grads Are Hired By ESPN
When ESPN needs talent in the production room or in front of the camera, it turns to Auburn.
The Auburn Alumni Association Wants to Hear Your Story
Your story will help us build strong, inclusive and diverse programming for our young alumni.
How Can The Young Alumni Council Help You?
Young Alumni Council Scholarship Fund
All contributions will support the Young Alumni Council’s Scholarship Fund and will enable us to award this much-needed scholarship each year to a current student to help alleviate financial obstacles while attaining a quality education at Auburn University.
Young Alumni Council Scholarship
2023-2024 Recipients
Kennedy Thorpe – Ashford, AL
Young Alumni Council Scholarship
2022-2023 Recipients
Madeline Kunze – Stevens Point, WI
Paris Maness – Forsyth, GA
