Auburn may offer free textbooks for students

Auburn students may never have to pay for textbooks again if the latest bill proposed by the SGA senate passes next week. At its meeting next Monday, Feb. 23, the SGA senate will vote on a proposed bill that could provide students with free or inexpensive online versions of textbooks.

OPINION: Student media is not your public relations firm

Sometimes an interviewee says something that leaves me speechless. I was interviewing two members of an organization at Auburn. The organization was putting on an event involving a lot of people, and I was previewing it.

Rural Studios builds hope for the needy

The College of Architecture's Rural Studios program is giving impoverished residents of Hale County something to be proud of. Director of Rural Studios Andrew Freear and his team of architecture students have designed and donated $20,000 homes that fit the needs of impoverished people who would otherwise be living in substandard conditions.

Oaks return to Toomer's Corner

For the first time in two years, there are two live oaks at Toomer's Corner. Fans surrounded Samford Park early Saturday morning, Feb. 14, to watch crews plant the 35-foot trees.

VIDEO: New Toomer's Oaks sneak peek

'Once Upon a Mattress' to debut next week

The department of theatre will be showing "Once Upon a Mattress," a play based on "The Princess and the Pea," at the Telfair Peet Theatre. The play premiers Feb. 19 and will run until March 1.

Hold your roll: Two live oak trees to be planted at Toomer's corner Saturday

Two 35-foot-tall live oak trees will be planted at Toomer's Corner Saturday, Feb. 14, but the University is asking fans to hold off on rolling until 2016. Landscapers are scheduled to begin planting the first oak at 7:30 a.m. and the University is inviting the public to attend.

University awarded for going green

Auburn University has been selected as one of Alabama's 2015 Green Ribbon Schools in recognition of the University's progress in environmental education and sustainability.

Tigers take part in the Polar Plunge

Several Auburn students decided to disregard the weather and take part in the Polar Plunge on Tuesday Jan. 20 at 4:30 p.m. At the Polar Plunge, participants jump into the pool at the Recreation and Wellness Center followed by a dip in the newly opened hot tubs.

Outgoing SGA executive officers reflect on their time in office

"It's a hard year, but it's also a really fun and memorable year," Powell said. "You grow in so many ways you never would've thought. Be passionate about it and put students first."

VIDEO: Announcement of Miss Auburn 2015

SGA and Miss Auburn election results announced on Cater Lawn

The winners of the SGA and Miss Auburn elections were announced Tuesday, Feb. 10 on Cater Lawn at approximately 10:40 p.m.

UPDATED: Student injured in motorcycle accident

Captain Lorenza Dorsey said the 19-year-old student was airlifted from the scene to Columbus Regional Medical Center.

Chicken Salad Chick is now open in Foy Hall

Chicken Salad Chick's ribbon cutting ceremony was held Tuesday, Feb. 10 at 9:30 a.m., and the restaurant officially opened at 10 a.m.

VIDEO: Auburn University's 2015 SGA Debate

Though they are running unopposed, SGA president, vice-president, and treasurer give their platforms and answer questions about their upcoming plans for their peers..

Student memorial may be newest building project for SGA

A student memorial may be the newest building project for SGA according to Jackson Pruett, executive vice president of initiatives and senior in political science. The senate will vote on a proposal to begin working on a student memorial to honor the students, staff and alumni who have passed away at the next meeting, Feb. 16. If passed, the memorial will be constructed across from the president's mansion at the corner of Mell Street and Samford Avenue.

SGA unopposed candidates present their platforms at 2015 debate

Nerves ran high as the 2015 SGA candidates prepared to take the stage Feb. 9, in the Student Center Ballroom. Each candidate was given the opportunity to present their platforms and discuss what makes them qualified to represent Auburn University and its students.

VIDEO: Miss Auburn 2015

Five candidates give their platforms for their campaigns before voting begins.