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Brooklyn Holt crowned Miss Auburn University 2017

By Kressie Kornis | Campus Writer | October 9

Brooklyn Holt, junior in political science and psychology, was crowned Miss Auburn on Saturday, Oct 8 at the annual Miss Auburn University pageant, themed “The Fabulous 50s,” held at Telfair B.

Natasha Trethewey reads at Third Thursday

By Romy Iannuzzi | Campus Reporter | October 6

Former United States Poet Laureate and current Poet Laureate for the state of Mississippi, Natasha Trethewey, came to the Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Arts for a “Third Thursday” event on Thursday, Oct. 6.

Michael Sam kicks off LGBTQI History Month

By Romy Iannuzzi | Campus Reporter | October 5

LGBTQI+ History Month kicked off tonight with a guest appearance at Foy Auditorium by Michael Sam.

Get to know 2016 Miss Homecoming

By Claire Tully | Campus Editor | October 5

Kate Hardman, senior in nursing, was crowned the 2016 Miss Homecoming after campaigning to promote her "Hope with Hardman" platform.

Alpha Chi Omega battles 'Bama sisters for charity

By Claire Tully | Campus Editor | October 5

Alpha Chi Omega is competing with sorority sisters at the University of Alabama to see who can raise the most money for their national philanthropy, Beyond Home Turf.

Taylor Wesley reflects on her time as Miss Homecoming

By Kressie Kornis | Campus Writer | October 5

Taylor Wesley, senior in communications, has completed her time as the University's 2015 Miss Homecoming, during which she promoted her platform “Spread Wellness with Wesley."

University Housing and Residence Life set goals for new housing

By Emmy Leberte | Campus Reporter | October 5

The Department of University Housing and Residence Life (UHRL) is preparing to a set a plan in place allowing the option for all first-year students to have on-campus housing.

Auburn promotes and competes in game day recycling

By Emmy Leberte | Campus Reporter | October 3

Auburn University is taking part of the Game Day Recycling Challenge, where on game days Auburn competes with approximately 100 universities nationwide to have the highest recycling rate. The competing schools track the quantity of waste and recycling produced and the two national winners are recognized by the total amount recycled, composted and donated or by the diversion rate, which is the percentage of waste diverted from disposal. “Recycling is a wonderful program for our environment,” Vic Walker, manager of the Waste Reduction and Recycling Department, said.

SGA discusses student feedback and counseling services

By Romy Iannuzzi | Campus Reporter | October 3

Senate met this week to discuss ongoing projects such as the the Auburn Memorial, which SGA President Jesse Westerhouse presented to senators.

Blake Shelton to headline Music and Miracles Superfest

By Staff Report | October 3

Shelton, Thomas Rhett, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Kelsea Ballerini and David Ray are set to perform.

Kate Hardman crowned 2016 Miss Homecoming

By Staff Report | October 1

Kate Hardman, senior in nursing, was crowned the 2016 Miss Homecoming during halftime at the Auburn vs. Louisiana-Monroe football game.

Miss Homecoming voting will be open until midnight

By Staff Report | September 30

Plainsman Polling's voting services were down for maintenance on Friday, Sept. 30, on the last day of 2016 Miss Homecoming campaigns.

Man accused of setting Toomer's Oak on fire released on bond

By Staff Report | September 29

Jochen Wiest, the 29-year-old man accused of setting one of the Toomer's Oak trees on fire early Sunday morning, has been released on bond, according to Lee County Sheriff Jay Jones.

Michael Sam to speak on campus in October

By Corey Williams | Editor-in-chief | September 28

The Cross Cultural Center for Excellence, formerly known as the Multicultural Center, is collaborating with Spectrum, the University’s gay and straight alliance organization, to coordinate the event.

Get to know the Miss Homecoming Top 5

By Claire Tully | Campus Editor | September 28

The Miss Homecoming Top 5 candidates share campaign platforms.

Human Sciences offers beverage appreciation course

By Haley Katlin | Campus Writer | September 28

The College of Human Sciences is offering Beverage Appreciation to Nutrition, Dietetics and Hospitality Management majors twenty-one and older.

Fear of clowns dates back to 2500 BCE

By Claire Tully | Campus Editor | September 28

A 16-year-old Beauregard high school student was arrested last week in relation to threats connected to reported clown incidents.

Athletics and Student Affairs 'increase game day security'

By Romy Iannuzzi | Campus Reporter | September 28

SGA recently addressed the increase in intoxicated students entering Jordan-Hare stadium and sneaking alcohol in as well.

SGA discusses homecoming and study spaces

By Romy Iannuzzi | Campus Reporter | September 28

The senate provided updates for the fall semester's upcoming university programs, as well as reports from at-large, liberal arts and engineering during their weekly meeting.

#eBay2Ways tour comes to Auburn

By Catie Sergis @ Intrigue Writer | September 28

An eBay campus tour came to campus to show students different ways eBay products can be used. At the eBay campus hub, students could win prizes and learn life hacks suited to their needs. The team revealed useful ways to save money by using one product in two ways.