Bodda Getta Auburn: The Cheer Newcomers Should Know

Bodda Getta Auburn may sound a little strange the first time you hear it, but if you are relocating to Auburn, Alabama, it is one of those Auburn traditions you will probably learn pretty quickly.

You may already know “War Eagle.”

You may know about rolling Toomer’s Corner.

You may have heard about Tiger Walk and watched the eagle fly before an Auburn football game.

But Bodda Getta?

That one may be completely new to you.

And that is part of what makes moving to Auburn interesting. There are traditions you know before you arrive—and then there are the little pieces of Auburn culture you start picking up once you are actually here.

• What Is Bodda Getta Auburn?
• Is Bodda Getta Really an Auburn Tradition?
• What Makes the Cheer So Much Fun?
• Auburn Traditions You Learn After You Arrive
• What This Has to Do With Moving to Auburn
• Living Near Auburn University
• Quick Q&A
• Thinking About Relocating to Auburn?

What Is Bodda Getta Auburn?

Bodda Getta is a distinctly Auburn cheer that has been part of Auburn athletics culture for decades.

If you are new to Auburn, you may hear a mic-man begin the cheer and then hear the crowd join in.

The words may not make much sense the first time you hear them.

That is okay.

You will catch on.

The cheer builds through a familiar rhythm, and once thousands of Auburn fans join together, it becomes one of those moments that is much easier to understand by experiencing it than by having someone explain it to you.

Auburn University even lists “Bodda Getta®” among its protected Auburn verbiage.

In other words, this is not some random phrase you heard somebody yell at a tailgate.

It is Auburn.

Is Bodda Getta Really an Auburn Tradition?

Absolutely.

Bodda Getta has been associated with Auburn for decades, although accounts of exactly how the cheer originated are not completely consistent.

That uncertainty is actually part of its history.

What we do know is that the tradition has endured.

Auburn cheerleading materials continue to include Bodda Getta among the cheers associated with Auburn’s mic-men, and you can still hear it as part of Auburn athletics today.

For someone moving here, that is one of the fun things about Auburn.

You do not have to know every tradition before you arrive.

You learn them as you become part of the community.

Why Does Bodda Getta Feel So Auburn?

There is something different about hearing a cheer on television and standing among thousands of people who suddenly know exactly what to say.

One person starts.

The crowd answers.

The energy builds.

And pretty soon, everybody around you is participating.

That is one reason traditions matter so much in college towns.

They create shared experiences.

If you have just moved to Auburn and do not know every word yet, nobody handed you an entrance exam at the city limits.

Listen.

Watch.

Join in when you figure it out.

Before long, something that sounded completely foreign starts sounding familiar.

Auburn Traditions You Learn After You Arrive

People researching a move to Auburn usually discover the major traditions first.

They know about Auburn University (https://www.auburn.edu/).

They have probably seen Jordan-Hare Stadium (https://auburntigers.com/jordan-hare-stadium).

They may know about:

• War Eagle
• Tiger Walk
• Toomer’s Corner
• Rolling the trees after big wins
• Tailgating on football Saturdays
• The eagle flight before kickoff
• Aubie
• Orange and blue everywhere

But then there are traditions such as Bodda Getta.

Those are the things you may not discover from looking at houses online.

They are part of actually living in Auburn, Alabama.

What Does Bodda Getta Have to Do With Auburn Real Estate?

On the surface?

Not much.

I promise I am not going to ask you whether you know Auburn cheers before I show you a house. 😂

But there is a bigger point.

Relocating is about more than buying a house.

When people contact me because they are moving to Auburn, they usually begin with real estate questions.

How much house can I get for my budget?

How close can I live to Auburn University?

What are the different Auburn neighborhoods like?

Can I find a condo near campus?

What is traffic like?

Should I also look in Opelika?

Those questions matter.

But people are not simply buying four walls and a roof.

They are choosing a community where they are going to live.

That means learning how Auburn works, what happens on football weekends, where different parts of town are located, how Auburn and Opelika connect, and what everyday life feels like after the moving truck leaves.

Moving to Auburn University? Think Beyond Campus

People relocating because of a connection to Auburn University often begin by assuming they should live as close to campus as possible.

Sometimes that makes perfect sense.

Other times, after we talk through their actual needs, they realize they would prefer something different.

For example, I might ask:

• How often will you need to be on campus?
• Do you want to walk, bike, or drive?
• What type of home do you prefer?
• How much space do you need?
• How do you feel about game-day traffic?
• Do you want to be close to Downtown Auburn?
• Would you consider Opelika?
• Are you looking for a condo, townhome, or single-family home?

Someone buying an Auburn game-day condo can have completely different priorities from someone relocating here for a full-time university position.

That is why there is no single “best” place to live.

It depends on your priorities.

You can also explore Auburn subdivisions (https://auburnopelikaalrealestate.com/auburn-al-subdivisons/) when you are beginning to compare different areas and property types.

Auburn on an Ordinary Day Matters Too

Football traditions are fun.

But if you move here permanently, most days are not football Saturdays.

You will also be grocery shopping, going to work, walking the dog, meeting friends for dinner, running errands, and doing all the ordinary things that make up everyday life.

That is why I encourage relocation buyers to think about both.

What do you want Auburn to feel like on game day?

And:

What do you want your life to look like on a regular Tuesday?

Those answers can help narrow a real estate search much more effectively than simply saying, “I want to live near Auburn University.”

Buyers researching school information can visit Auburn City Schools (https://www.auburnschools.org/).

For shopping, Auburn Mall (https://www.shopauburnalabama.com/) is another established Auburn destination.

And AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com includes local real estate and relocation information specifically for people considering Auburn and Opelika.

A Simple Relocation Example

Imagine someone is moving to Auburn for a new position connected to Auburn University.

They have visited for an interview.

They have driven around campus.

They know where Jordan-Hare Stadium is.

But they really do not know Auburn yet.

That is completely normal.

The first few months are when all the pieces start connecting.

They learn which roads get busy.

They find their favorite places to eat.

They figure out where they like to shop.

They experience their first football Saturday as an Auburn resident.

Maybe they hear Bodda Getta and wonder:

“What in the world are they saying?”

And then eventually they know.

That is part of becoming familiar with a new hometown.

Quick Q&A About Bodda Getta and Auburn Traditions

What is Bodda Getta Auburn?

Bodda Getta is a longstanding Auburn cheer associated with Auburn athletics and Auburn fan culture.

Where will I hear Bodda Getta?

You may hear Bodda Getta at Auburn athletic events, pep rallies, and other Auburn spirit events.

How old is the Bodda Getta tradition?

The cheer has been associated with Auburn for decades. Historical accounts of its precise origin differ, so it is better described as a longstanding Auburn tradition rather than assigning it an exact origin without qualification.

Do I need to know Auburn traditions before moving here?

Of course not. Many people relocate to Auburn without knowing all of the local and university traditions. You pick them up over time.

Is Auburn only about football?

Definitely not. Auburn University football is highly visible in the fall, but everyday life in Auburn includes the university, local businesses, restaurants, parks, schools, arts, shopping, community events, and much more.

Should I live close to Auburn University if I am relocating for work?

That depends on your priorities. Campus proximity may be important, but property type, budget, commute, space, game-day activity, and your everyday lifestyle should also factor into the decision.

Thinking About Moving to Auburn, Alabama?

If you are relocating to Auburn, you do not have to know Bodda Getta on day one.

You do not have to understand every Auburn tradition.

And you certainly do not have to know every street, neighborhood, condo development, or shortcut around town.

That is where having someone local can help.

I have lived in the Auburn–Opelika area since 1988, so I can help you understand not only the homes that are available, but also the practical differences between locations and how they may fit the way you want to live.

Laura Sellers is an Auburn University alumna who has lived in the Auburn–Opelika area since 1988 and has been a REALTOR® for over 20 years. She is an Associate Broker with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, the Official Real Estate Partner of the Auburn Tigers.

If you are thinking about moving to Auburn, relocating for a connection to Auburn University, buying an Auburn game-day property, or purchasing or selling a home anywhere in the Auburn–Opelika area, call or text me.

Laura Sellers, Associate Broker
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate
334-332-7263
AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com

Homes, y’all!

And before long, you might even know Bodda Getta. 🦅