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Alabama and Auburn students face off in ‘Iron Bowl of fashion’

By Andria Moore | Campus Reporter | February 17

Auburn and Alabama may have a new rival tradition: the Iron Bowl of fashion. The Huntsville Museum of Art Guild wanted to create a unique way to combine fashion and art. Its solution: Fashion Fusion Face-off. “We have a great fashion exhibit coming to the museum next month,” said Cheryl Matthews, chair of Fashion Fusion Face-off.

NASA astronaut and Alabama native to speak on importance of inclusion

By Andria Moore | Campus Reporter | February 16

Jemison will deliver an Extraordinary Women Lecture as part of the Extraordinary Women Lecture Series on Wednesday, Feb. 17 at 4 p.m. in the Auburn University Hotel and Conference Center.

Female university presidents to speak about their journeys to the top

By Staff Report | February 15

The members of the presidential panel are Gwendolyn E. Boyd, president of Alabama State University; Sharon Gabor, president of University of Toledo; Mary Ellen Mazey, president of Bowling Green State University; and Molly Easo Smith, former president and provost of Saint Martin's University.

Man’s best friend joins counseling services

By Kris Martins | Campus Writer | February 15

Moose the Labrador Retriever, former detection dog, joined Student Counseling Services this semester, performing animal-assisted therapy and activities on campus.

SGA discusses proposal to limit coursework before finals

By Jim Little | Editor-in-Chief | February 12

Over the course of the last year, Byrd’s administration has sought to work with the University to bring a halt to “high-stakes” assignments such as projects, test and quizzes from being due during the last week of regular classes.

Student Counseling Services to host eating disorder screening days

By Claire Tully | Campus Writer | February 11

As part of National Eating Disorder Awareness Week, Student Counseling Services will be hosting eating disorder screening days on Feb. 22 and 26. Eric Bloch, Student Counseling Services outreach coordinator, said having two days for the screenings is a recent change to the event. “It’s going to be coming up, and we’re actually changing it,” Bloch said.

Johnny Green named assistant vice president of outreach for Student Affairs

By Claire Tully | Campus Writer | February 10

Bobby Woodard, Auburn associate provost and vice president for student affairs, named Johnny Green the new assistant vice president of outreach for student affairs.

Election results announced, Westerhouse wins president

SGA reported receiving 8,800 votes. Turnout for the election was approximately 34 percent, roughly the same as last year.

Gandhi's grandson visits Auburn

By Ameera Steward | Campus Writer | February 10

Arun Gandhi, grandson of Monhandas Gandhi, spoke on campus in the Foy auditorium Tuesday February 9, 2016 at 7 p.m. as a part of the year of India the International programs are having. His lecture was titled “Lessons Learned from My Grandfather: Nonviolence in a Violent World” and the turnout was great.

Live coverage from SGA callouts: Jesse Westerhouse elected SGA president

By Staff Report | February 10

Live tweets from The Auburn Plainsman staff from SGA callouts from the steps of Cater Hall.

It's election day, who do you support for SGA?

By Staff Report | February 10

The polls have officially opened in the 2016 SGA elections. Tell The Auburn Plainsman who you are supporting.

SGA campaign violations reported on SGA website, board rules no violations found

By Jim Little | Editor-in-Chief | February 9

Although the election results for the SGA election aren't in, the elections board has already ruled on five reported violations in this year's elections.

University to purchase parking deck with 920 spaces

By Corey Williams | Campus Editor | February 9

The deck will be used for residential student parking, Dan King, associate vice president for facilities, told the board.

Senators present resolution to better the game day experience

By Claire Tully | Campus Writer | February 9

In response to Auburn Answers complaints about the game day experience, senators presented the grievances and suggested possible changes to be made to make game day at Auburn better.

Candidates face off at SGA debate

By Corey Williams | Campus Editor | February 8

Student government candidates answered questions from current SGA President Walker Byrd at the SGA debate tonight, Feb. 8.

Live SGA Debate Coverage 2016

By Staff Report | February 8

A live stream of the SGA Debate in the Student Center ballroom.

Meet the SGA presidential candidates

By Corey Williams | Campus Editor | February 8

Adam Brasher, Drake Pooley and Jesse Westerhouse are campaigning for SGA president.

AUDM raises $424,617.01, almost $200,000 more than last year

By Staff Report | February 7

Auburn University Dance Marathon raised $424,617.01 — almost $200,000 more than last year — for Children's Hospital at Midtown Medical Center of Columbus Regional Health in its fifth year.

SGA election 2016: Meet the minor candidates

By Compiled by Corey Williams | Campus Editor | February 6

Eighty students are running for minor candidate positions.

$2.5 million gift benefits new poultry center, honors industry pioneer

By Staff Report | February 5

The Board of Trustees approved today that the building will be called the Charles C. Miller Jr. Poultry Research & Education Center, after Miller's father.