Auburn University McWhorter School of Building Science

05/27/2026

students applied their construction knowledge to five Service Learning projects this spring, continuing Auburn University's outreach commitment to assisting community non-profits.

As part of the School’s Service Learning program, the students—working in groups under the direction of BSCI faculty—gained hands-on experience while helping address the critical needs of organizations and individuals.

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05/13/2026

Recent graduate Irfan Anwar was recognized in Auburn University’s 2026 Research Symposium for his work in advanced sensing and construction automation.

Anwar’s award-winning research project, “Automated Identification of Visually Similar Construction Materials Using Robotic Hyperspectral Imaging,” explores how advanced sensing technologies can improve construction automation and decision-making.

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05/06/2026

Today’s trip is to the St. Andrews Conservation Area and an opportunity to visit the Old Course.

05/05/2026

The first full day of our United Kingdom Study Abroad trip is underway!

This morning, students explored the Dean Conservation Area in Edinburgh—an active part of the city where historic buildings are still lived in today.

Seeing how older structures are maintained and integrated into modern city life helps students better understand the real‑world challenges construction managers face when working in established built environments—and why conservation matters.

Where will they head next?

05/02/2026

04/30/2026

Fifteen years into a career defined by complex industrial projects and thoughtful leadership, Stephen Coady ‘09 has been recognized as Alabama AGC’s Young Professional of the Year, an honor that reflects both his professional excellence and the relationships that have shaped his path.

For Coady, Director of Pre-construction at G.A. West & Co., Inc. in Birmingham, the award is deeply personal because it represents the trust and respect of the people he works alongside every day.

Congratulations! 👏

04/23/2026

Congratulations to Master of Building Construction student James Satchell on his recognition from the Alabama Remodeling Excellence Awards! 👏

Satchell won first place in the $100,000–$200,000 Kitchen Remodel category for his work on Wynlakes Kitchen Remodel Project by Alabama Construction Pros.

04/21/2026

Nearly 50 years after graduating from Auburn University, alum Ben Nevins ’77 has been inducted into the Alabama AGC Hall of Fame, honoring decades of service to the state’s construction industry. 🏅

“At Auburn, I learned the value of teamwork and the importance of working with other disciplines required to make building projects successful,” he said. “I learned that nothing can replace hard work and dedication to learning the tools of the trade in the construction industry.”

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04/16/2026

Auburn University’s Construction Automation, Robotics & Visualization Laboratory (CARV) has teamed up with MITREcorp for a robotics-based research project. 🤖

CARV Lab, led by Director and Associate Professor Eric Wetzel, has signed a formal research agreement with MITRE to explore and improve the safe operation of autonomous systems in highly dynamic, safety-critical environments such as construction.

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04/03/2026

Charlotte McLaughlin has been riding horses since she was seven years old... now, as an senior, she balances her schoolwork with her place on Auburn University’s Equestrian team. 🏇

Between 6 a.m. workouts, afternoon riding sessions and her BSCI thesis project, McLaughlin depends on time management skills and discipline to study and work efficiently—but finding the fun in her coursework makes that easier. “Our coach always says, ‘Find joy’,” she said. “What helps so much with managing a busy school schedule is finding the things that you like doing.”

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