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International Poetry Night celebrates literature on World Poetry Day

By Karl Hackmiller | Lifestyle Writer | March 22

Internation Poetry Night celebrated World Poetry Day in Foy Hall.

University wins eighth Tree Campus USA designation

By Loren Kimmel | Campus Writer | March 22

This year marks the eighth consecutive year Auburn wins the Tree Campus USA Designation. According to Horticulture Professor Gary Keever, Auburn has already begun work for earning their ninth. “Throughout the year, AU Landscape Services documents expenses associated with all tree planting care” Keever said.

Junior named finalist for Harry S. Truman Scholarship

By Amanda Ronan | Campus Writer | March 22

Hallie Nelson, a junior at Auburn University studying in the College of Engineering, University College and College of Liberal Arts, has been named a finalist for the prestigious Harry S.

Silver Wings promotes positive body image

By Loren Kimmel | Campus Writer | March 22

Recently, in the bathroom stalls of Auburn University, students have been caught off guard and nicely surprised to close the door and find a motivational quote.

Professor keeps students laughing on Twitter

By Claire Tully | Campus Editor | March 21

Serviss can be recognized from his humorous quotes posted to the Auburn Marketing Twitter.

Steven Leath named new AU President

By Corey Williams | Editor-in-chief and Claire Tully | Campus Editor | March 21

Leath was at the center of a six-week investigation — and was ultimately not charged — earlier this year.

SGA discusses new dining task force initiatives

By Romy Iannuzzi | Campus Reporter | March 20

Tonight, SGA met to discuss orders set to confirm various members of student senate, as well as discuss potential changes to student dining by Initiatives’ Dining Task Force.

Common Book author to visit in September

By Loren Kimmel | Campus Writer | March 20

The University announced the Common Book for the 2017 school year will be The Circle by Dave Eggers.

University reports confirmed case of the mumps

By Staff Report | March 20

The University campus safety and security sent an email on Wednesday afternoon confirming a student's case of the mumps.

Campus UPS driver pens book about life after foster care

By Kris Martins | Enterprise Editor | March 19

Richard, an Opelika resident and senior airman, has come “full circle” after a being a foster child and adopted son and 18 years later becoming a foster parent and adopting children.

Construction worker injured after fall on campus

By Staff Report | March 10

He is in stable condition.

Auburn Global celebrates National Women's Day

By Dylan McGlamry | Campus Writer | March 9

Auburn Global hosted an International Women's Day social to celebrate the day.

Protesters receive mixed reactions while advocating for equal pay for women

By Lily Jackson | Lifestyle Editor and Jessica Ballard | Copy Editor | March 8

On International Women's Day, students and faculty gathered at Toomer's corner protesting for equal rights for women.

UPC will not host Auburn Airwaves this semester

By Corey Williams | Editor-in-chief | March 8

"UPC decided to take a step back this year by evaluating their concert and how the generous portion of the student activity fee allocated to the program is used," a representative said in a statement this week.

Student senators prepare for new policy initiatives

By Romy Iannuzzi | Campus Reporter | March 7

The Student Government Association met on Monday to discuss upcoming public appearances as well as formulate potential policy initiatives between individual colleges.

Indian Students Association celebrates the Festival of Holi

By Loren Kimmel | Campus Writer | March 6

The Indian Students Association teamed with the India Cultural Association of East Alabama to host this year’s Holi.

University reacts to revised travel ban

By Staff Report | March 6

University President Jay Gogue and Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Timothy Boosinger released a statement on behalf of the University in response to President Trump's travel ban revisions.

McEwen strives to serve 'alongside' students rather than 'above'

By Romy Iannuzzi | Campus Reporter | March 6

Frank McEwen’s bid for student government treasurer came with a bit of soul-searching.

Fourteenth annual Big Event attracts 1,800 volunteers

By Kressie Kornis | Campus Writer | March 5

The Big Event had approximately 1,800 volunteers across 180 job sites in the Auburn-Opelika community, according to Ben Ratliffe, Big Event computer analyst.

Various organizations hold international friendship picnic

By Loren Kimmel | Campus Writer | March 4

The University’s graduate schools, the Muslim Student Association and the Church of Highlands came together to host the International Friendship Picnic.