Campus

UPDATE: Updyke tweets about accusations against him

By Brian Stultz | Campus Writer | September 11

Harvey Updyke owes $796,731.98 in restitution to Auburn University for poisoning the famous Oaks at Toomer's Corner. Currently, he has paid $99 to the University.

Pagan pride on Auburn's campus

By Derek Herscovici | Campus Reporter | September 10

Wiccans, Druids, Isians, Witches and all manner of Pagan practitioners from across the state will convene at Alabama's only Pagan National Pride Event Sunday, Sept. 14, in the Davis Arboretum. The pagan community is hosting classes on mind awakening, divination and artisanal vendors free to the public from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m..

Industrial design students go green with Groovystuff

By Savannah Downey | Campus Writer | September 10

A class of industrial design students is gaining hands-on design experience by working with reclaimed farm tools and converting them into furniture. The students work with the sustainable furniture company Groovystuff. Groovystuff has partnered with the University through the University Hall of Innovation and Job Creation project, which allows students firsthand experience designing and marketing products.

OPINION: Students should take advantage of diverse opportunities

By Megan Barkdull | Campus Writer | September 9

As a student in high school, I had visions of college being a whirlwind of new experiences, new people, new cultures, new everything. The first week of school, I was invited to a party at a fraternity. I brought along a few friends from high school. I didn't know exactly what to expect, I had never been to a fraternity party at this point and hadn't grown up around Greek Life.

SGA appoints two remaining executive officers

SGA balances budget, proposes bill to campaign for Aubie in Capitol One Mascot Challenge

By Nicole Fulkerson | Campus Writer | September 8

Representatives from Student Activities Programs shared their budgets for the year. Each representative shared the goals of the program for the year along with the cuts and increases to the budget.

New Toomer's trees have officially taken root

By Megan Barkdull | Campus Writer | September 8

Auburn University fans will now be able to honor Toomer's Oaks in two new ways. A plan to pay tribute to the University's history through sections of the fallen Toomer's Trees has been approved and clones of the trees have been made available for purchase.

Auburn takes top spot as No.1 jock school in U.S.

By Savannah Downey | Campus Writer | September 8

In their 2015 edition of "The Best 379 Colleges," The Princeton Review named Auburn University the "#1 Jock School" based on the popularity of intercollegiate and intramural sports, as well as the Greek system. Auburn was also ranked seventh for "Most Conservative Students," 9th for "Students Pack the Stadium," 12th for "Most Religious Students," 13th for "LGBT-Unfriendly," 17th for "Best Quality of Life," and 20th for "Friendliest Students."

Auburn named best Alabama college for your money

By Brian Stultz | Campus Writer | September 7

Money Magazine has ranked Auburn University the 'best college for your money' in the state of Alabama, beating out Samford University and the University of Alabama in Huntsville, among others. The University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa comes in a distant 226 spots behind Auburn. The rankings come from factors, such as quality of education, affordability and outcomes, including mid-career earnings of alumni.

The courtyard by South Donahue dorms was named after Will May.

Campus courtyard named in remembrance of young fan

By Corey Williams | Campus Editor | September 7

A dedication ceremony in honor of William "Will" May was held at the South Donahue Courtyard on Aug. 29. Will was 13 years old when he was killed in a hunting accident Jan. 12, 2013. Because Will was an avid Auburn fan, the South Donahue Courtyard was dedicated in his memory.

The Tailgate Guys set themselves up on list of fastest-growing companies

By Nicole Fulkerson | Campus Writer | September 6

Inc. Magazine released their list of the top 5,000 fastest-growing private companies last week. Ranked 1,189 is The Tailgate Guys, founded by Auburn alumni. The Green Space is covered in a sea of white tents on any Auburn game day, thanks to the hard work of The Tailgate Guys. The Tailgate Guys set up and disassemble tailgating tents, leaving almost no work for Auburn fans after the football game.

Do's and don'ts of bringing items in Jordan-Hare

By Derek Herscovici | Campus Reporter | September 6

Some things are better left at home. Knowing the list of items prohibited from entering Jordan-Hare stadium on game day can mean the difference between a perfect Saturday and a night in jail.

Board of Trustees approve initiation for Renovation of Cater Hall

By Ben Ruffin | Campus Writer | September 6

The Auburn University Board of Trustees met for the first time in the fall semester on Friday, Sep. 5, announcing a few updates that will occur on and around Auburn's campus. Perhaps the biggest project the Board of Trustees approved was the initiation for the repair and renovation of Cater Hall.