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College of Sciences and Mathematics ‘flips the classroom’

By Ameera Steward | Campus Writer | May 10

Auburn University’s College of Sciences and Mathematics is shaking things up and flipping some of their classrooms, according to Nicholas Giordano, dean of the College of Science and Mathematics.

Chief information officer of the NFL speaks at spring 2015 graduation ceremony

By Maria Mcllwain | Copy Editor | May 9

Graduates of the College of Sciences and Mathematics and the College of Education were awarded their degrees in the first of four graduation ceremonies May 9-10. According to the Auburn University website, 3,840 degrees will be awarded over the next two days. Friends and families of the graduates packed the Auburn Arena at 10 a.m.

New login page for Canvas

By Staff Report | May 8

There will be a new login page for Canvas starting Monday, May 11, according to a press release from OIT.

Tiger Transit driver wins $20,000

By Corey Williams | Campus Editor | May 6

Tim McCann, senior vice president of First Transit, presented Willie Smith, Tiger Transit driver, with First Transit’s Focus on Safety award Wednesday, May 6. First Transit, Tiger Transit provider, conducted the corporation-wide safety campaign. Smith was given the choice between a 2015 Ford Focus and $20,000. Smith said he will choose the money. “I had no idea at all this was going to happen,” Smith said.

Auburn University holds memorial service

By Ameera Steward | Campus Writer | May 4

Auburn University held a memorial service for students who passed away this year. The students honored at the memorial service were Maura Bruck, Justin Bryant, Leslie Burnett, Ryan Frazier, Hope Johnson, Adam Miller, Jakell Mitchell, Thomas Osborne, Sarah Roberts and Meghan Wilson. According to Katherine Hettinger, coordinator of case management and student advocacy, the school gives a memorial service once per year to honor all students who have passed away.

Cater Hall renovations approved as it nears its 100th birthday

By Corey Williams | Campus Editor | May 1

As Katharine Cooper Cater Hall nears its 100th anniversary, plans for its renovations are underway. The Auburn University Board of Trustees approved renovations for Cater Hall at its April 17 meeting.

Auburn helps graduates in job search

By Rebecca Oliver | Campus Writer | April 30

After the spring graduates of Auburn University cross the stage with their diplomas in hand, many will begin their job search.

‘It’s On Us’ sexual assault prevention resolution passed

By Ben Ruffin | Campus Writer | April 30

The “It’s On Us” Sexual Assault Prevention resolution was passed at the SGA’s Monday, April 20, meeting. The resolution will join Auburn’s name with 200 other universities across the United States, six of which are in the SEC, in an effort to educate about and stop sexual assault. Trey Fields, senator for the College of Liberal Arts, promoted the bill and discussed the goals of the campaign as well as the bill. “This bill aims to instill a shared responsibility to prevent sexual assault and to provide resources for individuals to recognize and pre-empt the pattern of sexual violence,” Fields said. The White House and The Center for American Progress launched the campaign in September of 2014. According to The White House Blog, “studies estimate that one in five women is sexually assaulted while in college.

New performing arts center planned for campus

By Haley Lanigan | Campus Writer | April 30

Auburn University received the largest donation it has ever had in its 160-year history. John and Rosemary Brown, both graduates of the University, announced their $57 million donation April 17.

Unionized: Tiger Transit drivers vote to join International Teamsters Union

By Haley Lanigan | Campus Writer | April 29

The Tiger Transit drivers of Auburn University have voted to unionize in attempt to get more affordable health care, higher wages and respect in the workplace.

OPINION: Experience outside the classroom vital to success

By Becky Hardy | Editor-in-Chief | April 29

It was the best of times, it was the worst of times. Sorry to throw in a cliché, but that is exactly how to describe my time as editor of The Plainsman. I’ve had to handle covering the shooting of an Auburn freshman at 6 a.m.

Waclaw Syzbalski documentary screened in Auburn

By Rebecca Oliver | Campus Writer | April 28

Director Anna Ferens’ documentary of Polish biochemist Waclaw Syzbalski’s life was shown in a screening in Thach Hall Tuesday, April 28 at 6 p.m. The documentary titled “The Essence of Life” shows the connection between Syzbalski’s research and the historical moments he witnessed, such as the Russian invasion of Poland in 1939, according to Ferens. "When I talked to him I decided he was a good person for a documentary because of the historical background in his life," Ferens said.

Hospitality and management’s ‘suite’ pass rate

By Haley Lanigan | Campus Writer | April 28

Fifty-one Auburn University undergraduate students and six graduate students have achieved a perfect pass rate in the exam for Certification in Hotel Industry Analytics in February. This exam is a part of the Strategic Hospitality Management course offered at Auburn.

Auburn named ‘green college,' only University in the state

By Rebecca Oliver | Campus Writer | April 28

Auburn University was named one of The Princeton Review’s Guide to 353 Green Colleges. Auburn was the only university in the state to be included in the list, according to Mike Kensler, director of the Office of Sustainability. More than 2,000 schools were considered for the guide before the 353 featured schools were selected according to Kensler. Kensler said the schools were chosen based on the criteria in a survey compiled by The Princeton Review, which determines the level of focus that the university puts on fostering a green environment on their campuses including energy conservation plan, food waste, sustainability academic programs, public transportation efficiency and presence of Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) buildings. LEED buildings criteria include energy efficiency, water efficiency, building health responsible construction, design and management, according to Kensler. Kensler said buildings are inspected to make sure the building is built to LEED standards.

#CrushFinals event on concourse aims to motivate students

By Haley Lanigan | Campus Writer | April 28

Several of Auburn University’s deans and coaches gathered east of the Student Center on April 27 to offer encouragement to the students as finals are approaching.

SGA approves request from Eagle Eye Television

By Ben Ruffin | Campus Writer | April 27

SGA’s Monday, April 27, meeting saw the unanimous passing of two reserve fund requests as well as the passing of two commendations in support of Auburn faculty. Brock Hendon, senator for the Harbert College of Business, discussed a reserve fund request that will bring a NewTek Tricaster 460 to the Eagle Eye TV newsroom.