Cool facts about Auburn University

Posted on Aug 30, 2025 / Travel

Auburn was founded in 1856 and started out as a private liberal arts school before becoming a major public university.
The phrase “War Eagle” is Auburn’s famous battle cry, but it’s also used as a casual greeting among students and alumni.
Toomer’s Corner is one of the most unique traditions in college sports, where fans throw rolls of toilet paper into the trees after wins.
The school mascot is Aubie the Tiger, who’s won multiple national titles as one of the best college mascots in the country.
Auburn’s veterinary medicine program is one of the oldest and most respected in the U.S.
The campus eagle flight before football games has been a tradition for decades and always pumps up the crowd.
Auburn is one of the few schools to produce astronauts, NFL players, and business leaders all from the same university system.
The Auburn Creed, written in 1943, is still a core part of campus culture and student life today.

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