Colton Hunter

Nestled inside the Boykin Recreation Center, the new War Eagle Wellness Clinic is more than just a place for check-ups and screenings—it’s a hub where learning, service, and community care come together. Its mission is clear: to provide accessible, compassionate healthcare while preparing the next generation of medical professionals for lives of service.

At the Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine–Auburn (VCOM-Auburn), medical students are learning to serve communities long before they graduate. One student-led project is taking on the challenge of teen tobacco and vaping use by assessing awareness and laying the groundwork for prevention efforts in Alabama schools.