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AU starts vaccine incentive program offering scholarships, prizes

By Charlie Ramo | Content Editor | July 26

The incentive program is open to all fully vaccinated students enrolled in the fall semester except for those who are dual enrolled or who are benefit-eligible University employees.

Rick Bragg talks life in the South during speech at Gogue Center

By Emery Lay | Campus Editor | July 23

The Women's Philanthropy Board of Auburn Univeristy hosted author Rick Bragg on July 22 at the Gogue Performing Arts Center as a part of their Summer Nights series.

Bald eagle Spirit to make last pregame flight this fall

By Evan Mealins | Editor-in-chief | July 19

Spirit, the bald eagle who has excited Auburn football fans during pregame flights for nearly two decades, will make her final trip around Jordan-Hare Stadium on Nov. 13.

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Auburn University to be featured in national documentary

By Emery Lay | Campus Editor | July 18

“Viewpoint with Dennis Quaid” will air this month on PBS and will feature none other than Auburn University’s very own Honors College.

SGA chief justice appointee struck down by Student Senate

By Emma Kirkemier | Campus Reporter | July 15

Stephen Morris, senior in political science, was denied the position of chief justice of Student Government Association’s judicial branch on Monday when the Student Senate voted not to confirm his appointment.

Auburn mourns death of women's athletics pioneer Jane B. Moore

By Evan Mealins | Editor-in-chief | July 9

Jane B. Moore, who made history in her service to Auburn athletics, has died, Auburn Athletics announced Thursday afternoon.

New Tiger Cards ready for pickup

By Emery Lay | Campus Editor | July 7

Auburn Univeristy's new Tiger Cards, a combination of the old Tiger Cards and Ignited Cards, are currently available for pick-up to summer students and feature new contactless scanning.

Hiring still a struggle for some Auburn businesses

By Emery Lay | Campus Editor | July 5

Prof. Alan Seals weighs in on the national hiring shortage being experienced currently, with insight from local places such as the Auburn Rec, Niffer's and Lifesaver's Mission Thrift.

Students reflect on lack of on-campus LGBTQ resources

By Caroline Craig | Campus Writer | June 30

Almost two years after tenured professor Bill Murray came under fire for transphobic and homophobic Facebook posts, Auburn students reflect on the progress of the LGBTQ commitments the University made.

Gogue Center fall performances to include Dawes, Kenny G, Beach Boys

By Evan Mealins | Editor-in-chief | June 29

Performers such as Dawes, Patti LaBelle and the Beach Boys will take the stage at the Jay and Susie Gogue Performing Arts Center this fall, per an announcement from Auburn University Tuesday morning.

Aistrup looks back on time as dean

By Emery Lay | Campus Editor | June 21

Joe Aistrup shares his story as the dean for the college of liberal arts over the past eight years, detailing his love for and leadership at the Univeristy.

University honors Juneteenth with "freedom day"

By Trice Brown | Multimedia Editor | June 18

Last night, the University sent out an email announcing a "freedom day," which will allow full- and part-time employees a day of leave, which they could use any day during the remainder of the 2021 calendar year.

SGA moves to adopt bill to to fight racial inequity

By Emery Lay | Campus Editor | June 15

At the most recent SGA meeting, Brandan Belser came forward with a bill proposing new ways to fight racial injustice at Auburn University.

Auburn University officially welcomes new buses for the fall

By Emery Lay | Campus Editor | June 13

Auburn University welcomes new buses to be run in the fall to campus this week, featuring new seats, more standing room, pull cords, Wi-Fi and more.

College of Engineering holds ceremony for new lab

By Emery Lay | Lifestyle Writer | June 12

The new and improved Advanced Structural Engineering Laboratory was welcomed on Friday by the members of the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering.

Trustees approve Quad dorm renovation, airport expansion

By Evan Mealins | Editor-in-chief | June 11

The meeting, held in the Hotel at Auburn University and Dixon Conference Center, was the second to be held in person since the beginning of the pandemic.

Auburn University President Jay Gogue speaks during a reception celebrating his legacy on Tuesday, May 23, 2017 in Auburn, Ala.

AU President Jay Gogue announces plans to retire

By Evan Mealins | Editor-in-chief | June 11

Gogue said at Friday’s Board of Trustees meeting that he is looking to leave the position soon, suggesting that the Trustees begin a search for a new president.

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Ivey picks Auburn Trustee Jimmy Rane to lead reelection campaign

By Evan Mealins | Editor-in-chief | June 11

Gov. Ivey has selected Auburn University Trustee Jimmy Rane to head up her reelection campaign for governor.

Auburn’s College of Agriculture welcome high-tech vertical farms

By Emery Lay | Campus Editor | June 10

Retrofitted shipping containers, complete with hydroponics and LED lights, signal the first step toward Auburn's Transformation Garden.

Liberal arts dean leaving position to join professorial faculty

By Evan Mealins | Editor-in-chief | June 9

Effective July 1, Joe Aistrup, dean of the College of Liberal Arts and professor of political science, will transition to a faculty position in the department of political science, per an email from the dean’s office sent to all faculty, staff and graduate teaching assistants in the college.