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Honors College at Auburn University

Experience academic excellence and community in Auburn University's historic Honors College, located in the beautifully preserved Cater Hall.

The Honors College at Auburn University is located in Cater Hall, a historic building that once served as the President's Mansion. It provides a unique academic experience for high-achieving students, offering specialized courses, events, and international study opportunities. The Honors College fosters a strong sense of community and provides opportunities for students to excel in their chosen fields [5, 8].

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Local tips

  • Take a moment to admire the architecture of Cater Hall, originally built as the President's Mansion in 1915 [2, 4].
  • Check the Auburn University events calendar for student organization callouts or events happening on the Cater Hall steps [2, 12].
  • Consider visiting during the Honors College Week of Service to see students engaged in community outreach [8].
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Getting There

  • Walking

    Cater Hall is located in the heart of Auburn University's campus on Thach Concourse, easily accessible from most campus locations. From the Haley Center, walk east along the concourse, and Cater Hall will be on your right, across from the Upper Quad. From the RBD Library, walk north along Roosevelt Concourse, then turn left onto Thach Concourse. Cater Hall will be on your left [13].

  • Public Transport

    The Auburn University campus is served by Tiger Transit buses. Check the Tiger Transit website or app for the most up-to-date routes and schedules. Disembark at a stop near the Haley Center or RBD Library and follow the walking directions to Cater Hall. Bus transit is free to use [13].

  • Driving

    Visitor parking is available in several locations on campus, including the Stadium Parking Deck, the Library Deck, and the South Quad Deck [3]. From South College Street, turn onto Roosevelt Drive and follow signs to visitor parking. After parking, walk along Thach Concourse to Cater Hall. Parking Services is located on the 2nd floor of the South Quad Parking Deck [7]. Parking fees vary by location. Hourly parking at 320 Magnolia Ave, near campus, is also available [14].

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The Honors College at Auburn University, housed in the iconic Cater Hall, offers a distinctive academic journey for a select group of high-ability students [5, 8]. Cater Hall itself is steeped in history, having been built in 1915 as the President's Mansion, designed by Joseph Hudnut [2, 4]. It served as the residence for four university presidents until 1938 [15]. In 1940, it transitioned into the social center for the newly constructed Quad dormitories, becoming a hub for student life [2, 4]. Cater Hall played a significant role in the lives of female students, housing the office of the Dean of Women from 1940 onward [2, 4]. Dean Katharine Cooper Cater, for whom the building was later named, was a champion for women's education and equality [2, 12]. In the late 1970s, the building was renovated and now houses the Auburn University's Honors College [2]. The Honors College provides a small-college atmosphere within a large university, offering challenging coursework and opportunities for research, mentorship, and international study [5, 8, 11]. Students can engage in various events and organizations, fostering a strong sense of community [8]. Graduating with honors distinctions requires a high GPA and completion of honors coursework [5]. Cater Hall continues to host student organization events on its steps, maintaining its legacy as a central point for student activity [2].

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