Auburn University is reportedly haunted by a variety of figures, including the ghost of a Confederate soldier named Sydney in the Auburn University Chapel and the Telfair Peet Theatre. Other tales include the former university president Josiah Gorgas and his wife, Amelia. Paranormal activity reported across campus includes objects moving, doors opening on their own, and disembodied footsteps and whistling. Auburn University Chapel: The oldest building on campus, it's said to be haunted by "Sydney," a Confederate soldier. Telfair Peet Theatre: The troupe that moved from the Chapel to the theater in 1973 brought Sydney's ghost with them, according to legend. Students have reported sounds of banging, shadowy figures, and unplugged irons. Josiah Gorgas and Amelia: These former university leaders are said to haunt the campus as well. Eugene Allan Smith: A geologist whose ghost is said to reside on campus. Union Soldiers: Ghostly reports also stem from the Civil War, as Union soldiers reportedly died on campus during the war. Whispers, tapping, banging, and footsteps have been reported. Glowing orbs and shadowy figures have been seen. Doors creaking open and closing, and irons unplugging themselves are common tales. Feelings of being watched or touched are also mentioned.