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Doctoral student hopes to break down mental health barriers, reach out to minorities through fellowship

By Megan Gill | News Writer | May 23

Branch was awarded a $20,000 fellowship by the National Board for Certified Counselors.

Malzahn and Saban to participate in Lutzie 43 Invitational

By Corey Williams | Editor-in-chief | May 20

Auburn head football coach Gus Malzahn and Alabama head football coach Nick Saban will play in the Lutzie 43 Foundation's first annual Lutzie 43 Invitational on May 24 in Sylacauga.

The art of belly dancing comes to Auburn's campus

By Megan Gill | News Writer | May 20

Auburn’s Cultural Music Society will host the performance in Auburn University’s Foy Hall auditorium.

Bid Day access to be limited with barricade and wristband system

By Corey Williams | Editor-in-chief | May 19

Access to the Village dorms and lawns will be restricted on Bid Day, said Director of Greek Life Jill Moore Martin. The area will be barricaded and only guests with wristbands will be allowed to enter the event. 

Chemical engineering professor inspires students to reach their full potential

By Rachel Sprouse | Campus Writer | May 16

Davis, who has taught at Auburn University since 2005, said it was "quite an honor" to receive the award. "This award is particularly meaningful because it indicates that I'm having an impact on people in the community and people outside of Auburn," Davis said.

South Donahue and Lem Morrison closures begin today

By Staff Report | May 16

The intersection of South Donahue Drive at Lem Morrison Drive will be reduced to two lanes today, May 16, through July, according to Facilities Management. The closures will extend underground utilities to the Health Science Sector.

Auburn University’s planned Aviation Education Facility moving forward with $5 million in new state funding

By Staff Report | May 12

The 23,000-square-foot facility will replace a structure built in 1950 that has limited space as well as maintenance issues, the release states. University officials soon will begin the design process and will present a proposal to the Board of Trustees later this year.

Record number of Auburn University students receive National Science Foundation Fellowships

By Staff Report | May 12

Each fellowship consists of three years of support accessible over a five-year period, the release states. The National Science Foundation provides an annual stipend of $34,000 to each fellow and a cost-of-education allowance of $12,000 to the degree-granting institution

Graduate wins James Madison Fellowship for graduate studies

By Staff Report | May 12

This is the third consecutive year an Auburn student has won the fellowship.

Market at Ag Heritage Park to open in new location

By Corey Williams | Editor-in-chief | May 11

The growers-only farmers market will be beside Ag Heritage Park’s Edward L. Lowder Red Barn and Farm Implement Museum, 580-B S. Donahue Drive for summer 2016.

Getting plugged in at Auburn

By Lily Jackson | Community Writer | May 11

According to John-Michael Roehm, coordinator for student organizations, Auburn University is the perfect place for those that wish to get involved. With over 500 organizations, any student can find a place to call their own and meet those that share interests and talents.

Department of Geosciences receives excellence in education award

By Staff Report | May 11

The University's Department of Geosciences has been selected to receive the 2016 University Senate Departmental Award for Excellence in Education, according to a University release. The award carries a $30,000 grant that will be administered in three yearly installments of $10,000 and used for activities that enhance teaching and learning. “The Department of Geosciences is to be commended for its teaching excellence and progressive planning, and for putting together an excellent proposal that reflects their departmental goals,” said Auburn University Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Timothy Boosinger.

Students’ biofilter media design for water treatment up for EPA prize

By Staff Report | May 11

A team of undergraduate students from the Departments of Industrial and Systems Engineering and Biosystems Engineering showcased their senior design work — a biofilter media design aimed to improve water treatment systems — during the USA Science and Engineering Festival Expo in Washington, D.C.

Harbert College of Business honors Auburn's top alumni, student entrepreneurs

By Staff Report | May 9

Doody, a 2009 supply chain management graduate, earned the Auburn University Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award, and Brown, a 1999 communication alumna, earned the Entrepreneur of the Year.

A guide to the top construction projects on campus

By Kris Martins | Copy Editor | May 9

Incoming freshmen can expect to see some neon orange with the blue on campus as they navigate around Auburn this fall. Here are the top three projects.

Aviation department announces exciting changes

By Andria Moore | Campus Reporter | May 8

Aviation training at Auburn University is getting revamped. The center for aviation currently housed in the Raymond J.

3,738 degrees awarded across four graduation ceremonies

By Maria McIlwain | Community Editor | May 7

The University will award 3,738 diplomas during the four ceremonies on Saturday, May 7, and Sunday, May 8.

Student runs own 'party animal' business

By Andria Moore | Campus Reporter | May 6

Some students have pets, some have farms, and some have their own businesses. Patrick Starr has all three. Starr, a freshman in poultry science and pre-veterinary medicine, has been running his own petting zoo business since he was 13.