Family Resources

Parenthood is an exciting time, and Auburn is a wonderful place to raise a family! From our vibrant campus community to our local area resources, Auburn has something for everyone. As a graduate student, Auburn University is here to welcome, support, and encourage our students with families. 

During pregnancy, graduate students might find the following Auburn University units and services helpful:

• AU Medical Clinic

  • women’s health, pharmacy, massage therapy, chiropractor, and more

• Graduate Student Health Insurance (to add dependents)

• Parking Services – temporary handicapped parking with doctor recommendation

• Title IX office

  • Pregnant & Parenting Students’ Rights – Title IX, effective 08.01.2024

• Auburn Cares

  • Medical withdrawal

  • Basic Needs resources

  • SNAP information sessions through Auburn Cares (see “Food Resources” > Helpful Links)

  • Campus Food Pantry – including diapers & feminine hygiene products

• AU Marriage & Family Therapy Center

• AL Healthy Marriage Project & Classes

• Campus Career Closet

• Campus Kitchens

  • Auburn Family Meals

• Health Promotion & Wellness Services

• Student Counseling and Psychological Services 

• Graduate Student Council (GSC) and follow them on social media

  • Complete the childcare fellowship application – link emailed to current students in fall & spring semesters

  • Auburn-area ChildCare Resources list – updated annually

For any other questions not covered by these services above, please contact the Graduate School and someone will connect you with a campus resource.

Once baby arrives or if you are already a parent as a graduate student, the following Auburn University units and services might be useful:

• Graduate Student Health Insurance (non-student dependents can be covered)

• InterConnect Initiatives – includes International Women’s Group, International Men’s Social Group, and other family-friendly activities

• Lactation spaces on campus for employees – and GAs are employees (map & list)

• Tiger Babies Breastfeeding pods on campus through Mamava app

• Auburn Cares

  • Medical withdrawal

  • Basic Needs resources

  • SNAP information sessions through Auburn Cares (see “Food Resources” > Helpful Links)

  • Campus Food Pantry – including diapers & feminine hygiene products

• Campus Career Closet

• Campus Kitchens

  • Auburn Family Meals

• AU Early Learning Center

• AU Speech & Hearing Clinic

• AU Marriage & Family Therapy Center

• AL Healthy Marriage Project & Classes

• AL Cooperative Extension – Parents & Family section

• Graduate Student Council (GSC) and follow them on social media

  • Complete the childcare fellowship application at https://auburn.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6VxniPJIzw6f966 by Tuesday, September 6, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. CT.

  • Auburn-area ChildCare Resources list – updated annually

• Pregnant & Parenting Students’ Rights – Title IX, effective 08.01.2024

For any other questions not covered by these services above, please contact the Graduate School and someone will connect you with a campus resource.

• About the Auburn Area

• Auburn City Schools

• Auburn Public Library

• Baby Steps

• City of Auburn

  • Parks & Recreation department – sports, events, and classes for all ages

• East Alabama Medical Center (EAMC)

• Jule Collins Smith Museum of Art

• Gogue Performing Arts Center