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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.

Auburn Silver Wings elected to National Staff

By Nicole Fulkerson | Campus Writer | June 24

In the past, the Auburn Chapter of Silver Wings have been labeled as a hostess group for the Air Force ROTC, but the organization is much more than that.

Mugshots Bar and Grill joining Auburn in fall

By Ashtyne Cole | Community Editor | June 24

In the fall, Auburn will be home to a new Mugshots Grill and Bar in the Opelika Road region.

Grammy award-winning artist to perform at Auburn UMC

By Marlee Moore | News Writer | June 24

Larnelle Harris, 5-time Grammy and 11-time Dove Award winning artist, will be performing at Auburn United Methodist Church's 13th Star Spangled Spectacular on Friday, June 27, at 6:30 p.m. Admission is free and all ages are welcome.

Auburn collaborates with YogaFit, only university with certification course

By Taylor Ennis | News Reporter | June 24

This fall, students, faculty and staff will have the opportunity to unite in a group exercise setting to train and become a certified yoga instructor.

Dutch-American connection produces record-breaking duo

By Brian Stultz | Campus Writer | June 22

Pleun Burgmans knew nothing of Auburn or what to expect from college tennis when she received an email from women's tennis head coach Lauren Longbotham Meisner.