Proud to be an Auburn Tiger

Greetings!

This past week has made me even further realize how proud I am to be a part of the Auburn family (if that was even possible!). It started off with my pictures with Aubie. I am truly a lucky girl to have one on one time with such a true Auburn gentleman! I'm more than excited to see how they turn out. The photographic services department on campus was so great to work with, and I'm sure the pictures will be wonderful!

I also had my first appointment with 2 chic, the hair salon in Auburn that serves as a sponsor to the Miss Auburn University Pageant. What a fun place! The ladies at 2 chic did a great job and made for a fun afternoon. I can't wait to go back for another appointment soon- this may become addicting!!

On Thursday I was again reminded of how special Auburn women are during the Miss AU Reunion. Such camaraderie in such a normally competitive atmosphere really is mind blowing. However, these ladies continue to display such positive and uplifting attitudes every time I am around any of them. I am flattered to have been a part of such a special pageant, and I am thankful to have met each and every one of the amazing contestants, my fellow Auburn women.

Next football season is already geared up, and the beginning of majorette season at Auburn is gearing up right along with it! The audition clinic this weekend was a success, and I am more excited than ever for auditions and the A-day game on April 16th. I had the pleasure to meet a great group of girls interested in auditioning for the Auburn majorette line. Auditions will be held April 8 in the Goodwin Music Building, and solo routines are open to the public. Come out and support the Auburn University Marching Band and enjoy a night of entertainment!

Auburn University is passionate about the War on Hunger, as I have mentioned before and will most likely mention many more times! It seems as if it would become a broken record, but every time I witness and am involved in this effort, I am so proud and excited for the difference we are making. This Saturday, I had the pleasure of attending the Zap Out Hunger Laser Tag Tournament held in the Student Center. All funds raised from entry fees and tshirts went to benefit the World Food Programme. Over 400 people registered for the event, which means WFP will be getting a lot of support from Auburn very soon. More details are to come later about the amount of money that was raised for donation.

Have I mentioned that I am proud to be an Auburn Tiger? The orange and blue pride swelled up in me again Sunday at the women's basketball game. The success of the canned food drive was undeniable, and I was so happy to have been a part of it. So many great fans brought canned goods and did their part to fight domestic hunger. All donations were sent to the East Alabama Food Bank, and I'm sure many needy families in the surrounding area will benefit from everything that was graciously given. The Tigers played a great game despite the loss, and the senior recognition at the conclusion of the game made us all proud to be an Auburn Tiger.

I am looking forward to IHOP National Pancake Day this coming Tuesday, March 1st. Visit your local IHOP for free pancakes and donate to Children's Miracle Network, the national platform of the Miss America organization, while you enjoy your meal! I will be at the IHOP in Auburn Tuesday night, and I hope to see you there!

Another exciting upcoming event is Miss Alabama orientation next weekend. I'm eager to meet the other contestants and begin this amazing chapter in my life! Also, the Miss Alabama Outstanding Teen Pageant is this weekend, and I can't wait to attend Sunday afternoon!

War Eagle & With Love,
Emilee