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Provost and Board of Trustees open and close graduate degree programs

By Ally Northridge | Content Editor | November 18

The Auburn University Board of Trustees and Academic Affairs Committee approved two new graduate certificates and closed a graduate certificate at the Nov. 15 meeting. The two approved graduate certificates are in Neuroscience and Veterinary Social Work, while the committee members elected to close the graduate certificate in Movement Analysis Skills from the School of Kinesiology. 

Former and current Miss Auburn University discuss program's impact

By Ally Northridge | Content Editor | November 15

After the 2025 Miss Auburn University Scholarship Competition on Nov. 8, the 2024 Miss Auburn University Mary-Coker Green and the newly crowned 2025 Miss Auburn University Mikella Anderson provide insight into the program. Green and Anderson spoke on preparing for the 2025 competition, the program’s impact on their lives and their plans.

School of Aviation fleet grounding raises questions about engine safety

By Sami Grace Donnelly | Editor-in-Chief and Michaela Yielding | News Editor | November 15

Throughout the fall 2024 semester, Auburn University's School of Aviation has grounded and reintroduced the Cessna 172 fleet of aircraft. Students, employees and admin share their perspectives and concerns. 

Auburn University researchers test novel Alzheimer’s preventive

By Ally Northridge | Content Editor | November 15

New research from Auburn University shows a new drug might be a preventive for Alzheimer’s Disease. The study’s main researchers may have discovered a preventative for the disease after trials have slowed and reversed cognitive decline in mice.

Drew Haley Smith: Auburn graduate is youngest licensed female architect

By Landi Rutledge | News Editor | November 14

Drew Haley Smith became the youngest licensed female architect in the U.S. on July 22, 2024. Smith graduated from Auburn University in May 2023 with her bachelor's degree in architecture and interior architecture.  

Miss Auburn University 2025 Scholarship Competition crowns winner

By Ally Northridge | Content Editor | November 11

On Nov. 8, nine contestants competed in the 2025 Miss Auburn University Scholarship Competition in the Student Activities Center Auditorium. Faculty, students and locals attended to watch the contestants compete in speaking, talent and beauty contests for a grand scholarship.

Auburn students roll Toomer’s Corner for Donald Trump’s presidential win

By Sami Grace Donnelly | Editor-in-Chief | November 6

Auburn students and local city residents gathered at Toomer's Corner last night and rolled like they would for an Auburn Athletics win. 

2025 Camp War Eagle counselors announced at Cater Hall

By Rachel Swan | Assistant News Editor | November 4

On Nov. 4, the 2025 Camp War Eagle and Successfully Orienting Students counselors were announced on the steps of Cater Hall. Friends and family gathered to celebrate the selected 72 students. These orientation counselors will undergo spring training to prepare for their role in guiding incoming freshmen and transfer students, helping them adjust to Auburn’s campus.

Auburn political science professors provide insight on what matters going into Election Day

By Tucker Massey | Content Editor | November 4

Going into a highly anticipated presidential election, several of Auburn University's political science professors have noted the factors they think will determine the outcome of the Nov. 5 contest.

Auburn Campus Dining: the good, the bad and the unresolved

By Sami Grace Donnelly | Editor-in-Chief | November 4

Auburn Campus Dining is looking for ways to help students have an accessible and enjoyable experience. They provided an update on current projects, gave a projection of the future and answered some student concerns. 

Grounded & Groundbreaking: Auburn University announces its 10-year strategic plan

By Ally Northridge | Content Editor | October 29

On Monday, Oct. 7, the Office of the President announced Auburn University’s 10-year strategic plan in a campus-wide email. The 44-page brief titled Auburn University Strategic Plan 2035: Grounded & Groundbreaking, outlines Auburn University’s future actions into five goals for the next decade to advance and establish itself as an ideal higher education institution.

Auburn University professor's lawsuit advances, alleges university violated First Amendment

By William Speigner | Legal Reporter | October 25

Auburn University and two faculty members responded on Oct. 21, to a pending lawsuit brought by Joseph Majdalani. The lawsuit alleges various First Amendment, civil conspiracy and defamation claims. 

Auburn student organizations reflect on SB-129

By Landi Rutledge | News Editor | October 24

Auburn University is still trying to gauge the impact of the "anti-DEI" bill, SB-129, that was signed into law by Governor Kay Ivey. The amended bill passed in Alabama on March 20, 2024, targeting colleges and universities to restrict divisive concepts. The impact on day-to-day functions and how universities plan to deal with the change remains unknown to the public.

Auburn College Republicans and College Democrats debate

By Ally Northridge | Content Editor | October 23

On Oct. 22 at 7 p.m., the Auburn College Republicans and College Democrats faced off in a debate in Ralph Draughon Brown Library. Ahead of the 2024 presidential election, the partisan clubs represented their respective parties, debating the most pressing topics and elaborating on why their ideologies are the best fit to resolve issues.

Political science professors weigh in on presidential election

By Jennifer Santiago | Lifestyle Editor | October 23

Election predictions for the 2024 presidential election of Vice President and Democratic nominee Kamala Harris and former president and Republican nominee Donald Trump are neck-and-neck, with no clear winner in sight. Until election night comes to a close on Tuesday, Nov. 5, there is no guaranteed victory for either side.

Auburn University celebrates 77th Hey Day

By Jennifer Santiago | Lifestyle Editor | October 17

With brisk temperatures and warm smiles, the Student Government Association kicked off Auburn University’s 77th Hey Day on the morning of Wednesday, Oct. 16. Hey Day is a long standing tradition aimed to foster connections among students by encouraging them to greet one another with a simple "hey." Stations were set up across campus, offering name tags, activities and opportunities for students to socialize.

SGA expands ranked choice voting to include Miss Auburn and Miss Homecoming

By Jack Fawcett | Sports & News Writer | October 15

Auburn SGA voted to expand the system of ranked choice voting that they have used for major positions since 2020 to include Miss Auburn and Miss Homecoming. The bill passed with a 23-6 majority after a presentation and debate on the SGA senate floor and is meant to make election season on the concourse a less confrontational environment. 

Introducing the Native American and Indigenous Alliance

By Heather Wright | News Writer | October 14

The Native American and Indigenous Alliance hosted a cultural immersion event on Cater Lawn. The event was held as a part of the First 56, a student organization that hosts events the first 56 days of the school year. The event took place on Thursday, Oct. 3, and highlighted several Native American and Indigenous groups, such as the Mississippi Choctaw, and featured speakers there representing Mayan Indians and Indigenous Africans.