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OPINION: A gun safe is not safe for campus

By Jordan Hays | Copy Editor | July 13

I am an advocate of self-defense. Proper self-defense and situational awareness are imperative when defending yourself, whether you're dodging a punch, a knife or a car. But then there are guns.

Professor gives glimpse into future with drones

By Ben Ruffin | Campus Writer | July 12

In the near future, when an order is placed online, the customer may no longer receive the package through the traditional United States Postal Service, ground or air delivery. Instead, an unmanned drone will deliver the package.

Low number of iron bowl tickets cause student disappointment

By Kerry Coppinger | Community Writer | July 11

This year, the Iron Bowl, the most sought-after away game, sold out before many students were able to order. This caused irritation for students who hoped to attend the game against Alabama. They would not be able to sit in the student section during their final year as an Auburn undergraduate student.

Urban Sustainability Accelerator to benefit downtown Auburn

By Marlee Moore | News Writer | July 10

Auburn University and the City of Auburn recently announced they will receive consultations from the Urban Sustainability Accelerator (USA) program at Portland State University over the next year.

Auburn awaits one of the largest freshmen classes since 2010

By Ben Ruffin | Campus Writer | July 10

With the fall semester a month and a half away, the University is preparing to accommodate one of its largest freshmen classes since 2010.

OPINION: The pressure is on for Auburn's majorettes

By Emily Esleck | Editor-in-Chief | July 7

Our purpose as majorettes is to entertain the fans and to perform with the utmost showmanship; however, competition twirling is somewhat different than twirling in Jordan-Hare.

Swing Dance Association puts groove in Auburn's step

By Rachel Davis | Community Writer | July 5

The Auburn University Swing Dancing Association (AUSDA) is creating an atmosphere where students can learn about swing dancing and its different styles, such as Lindy Hop.

Media Studies program evolves with technology

By Marlee Moore | News Writer | July 4

Auburn University's radio, television and film (RTVF) program recently changed its title to media studies. The name change reflects a dramatic and quickly shifting media landscape, according to George Plasketes, professor and associate director of the media studies program.

Remembering Tiger, first eagle to fly around Jordan-Hare

By Marlee Moore | News Writer | July 4

On August 31, 2000, War Eagle VI, or Tiger, became the first golden eagle to soar through Auburn University's Jordan-Hare Stadium as part of the pre-game football festivities.

OPINION: Majoring in MRS is an actual thing

By Ashtyne Cole | Community Editor | July 3

Starting in about first grade, teachers begin asking what you want to be when you grow up. You draw it on craft papers and sprinkle some glitter on it. Parents keep the papers every year, remarking on the changes each year of childhood brings to the answers.

Auburn fashion program ranked 12th in the nation

By Lindsey Raygan | Intrigue Writer | July 3

Auburn University is achieving high status in areas other than football. Earning top rankings among others in the nation, the Auburn University fashion program stands above the rest.

City council argues decision over road closing

By Taylor Ennis | News Reporter | July 2

The Auburn City Council debated a temporary Magnolia Avenue road block set for Friday, Aug. 29, at the Tuesday, July 1, meeting.

New ordinances to keep in mind when registering for a parking pass this fall

By Taylor Ennis | News Reporter | July 2

Auburn Parking Services has issued new parking, ticketing and zoning ordinances that will begin this summer for students, faculty and guests.

Board of Trustees discuss concerns of tuition increase

By Taylor Ennis | News Reporter | June 30

The Auburn University Board of Trustees announced several updates concerning tuition and enrollment this fall, including the unanimous election of a second term pro tempore president at the Friday, June 27, meeting.

OPINION: Find yourself, then find a scholarship

By Taylor Ennis | News Reporter | June 27

Auburn University is a monopoly, and I am not referring to the Auburnopoly board game you buy at the bookstore. It is clear that in any monopoly the concern is to profit, and at a university, students are profitable.

Students discuss most disliked fashion trends

By Rachel Davis | Community Writer | June 26

Style is often used as an expression of who someone is, but is often subject to others' judgment.

Incoming freshmen give their view on CWE

By Marlee Moore | News Writer | June 26

For some students, parts of the Camp War Eagle experience leave much to be desired. Others love the two-day crash-course about life on Auburn University's campus.

Professors use technology to give medical care to rural areas

By Ben Ruffin | Campus Writer | June 25

Smartphones, laptops, iPads and global positioning systems help people connect and simplify their lives, but even with these tools, people cannot always connect with the help they need.