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Administrator of the Louise Kreher Forest Ecology Preserve Jennifer Lolley is concerned with a drop off in volunteering after the spirit system is replaced by the new Organizational Seating Program. (Danielle Lowe / ASSISTANT PHOTO EDITOR)

Volunteer work no longer involuntary

By TJ Harlin / CAMPUS REPORTER | August 30

Will organizations see drop in volunteers after spirit points go?

Randall Bramblett performed at the Sundilla Concert Acoustic Concert Series on Aug. 23. (Courtesy of randallbramblett.com)

Special guest livens up Sundilla concert series

By Sydney Callis / COMMUNITY BEAT REPORTER | August 29

Randall Bramblett performed at the Sundilla Acoustic Concert Series on Friday, Aug.24 at 7:30 p.m. at the Auburn Unitarian Universalist Fellowship.

A surveillance still from the vandalism in the parking garage on Gay Street. (Courtesy of Auburn Police Department)

Auburn police seek vandal of the Gay Street parking deck

By Zeke Turrentine / COMMUNITY EDITOR | August 28

Auburn police want the public's help in identifying a man who allegedly caused damage to the Gay Street parking deck's gate arm on Aug. 11.

New volunteer assistant coach Gabe Gross. (Courtesy of Auburn Athletics)

Gabe Gross returns to the Plains as volunteer coach

By Coleman McDowell / SPORTS WRITER | August 28

Former All-American Gabe Gross is back for more.Auburn baseball coach John Pawlowski announced Monday that Gross will serve as volunteer assistant coach for Auburn baseball for the 2012-13 season.

Physics labs relinquish issues concerning new dorms

By TJ Harlin / CAMPUS REPORTER | August 27

More than a year ago, Sewell Hall, a residence hall by Duck-Samford Park that housed athletes, was demolished. The hall, built in 1962, had run its course after 50 years of use.The space where Sewell Hall stood was not empty for long.

Part of the opening title sequence to Auburn University Bookstore's "The Bookstore," which is a parody of NBC's "The Office." (Courtesy of aubookstore.com)

'The Bookstore' brings Scranton to Auburn

By Rebecca Moseley / INTRIGUE REPORTER | August 26

A day in the life of Auburn University Bookstore employees has now been satirically captured through a parody of NBC's "The Office" with the release of "The Bookstore."

Rachel Pair, junior in musical theatre, auditioned for Guarding Gold Street, Lysistrata and Nickeled and Dimed. (Rebecca Croomes / PHOTO EDITOR)

Auburn's got talent

By Hayley Blair / Campus Editor | August 25

Auditions for all three of Auburn's fall plays took place Friday, Aug. 17, and callbacks were held during the weekend to solidify each actor's role.

Points system spirited away

By Hayley Blair / Campus Editor | August 24

The spirit point system has been under review by the SGA and will be replaced by the organizational seating competition starting Sept. 14.

SkyBar's renovations should be complete in time for football season with a new rooftop bar that will serve a larger selection of beer and food. (Courtesy of SkyBar)

Downtown is the place to be

By TJ Harlin / CAMPUS REPORTER | August 23

One of the great parts about being a student at Auburn is the nightlife. Whether you are trying to find a big party or just want to catch a movie, there is always something to do once the sun goes down.

The famous orange tiger paw of Toomer's Corner had the addition of a blue "AU" emblem to its center this week.

Orange Reconnects with Blue at Toomer's Corner

By Rebecca Moseley / INTRIGUE REPORTER | August 21

The Traditions Council of SGA reintroduced a classic touch to the famous orange tiger paw of Toomer's Corner this week with the addition of a blue "AU" emblem to its center.

Auburn will host the inaugural SEC equestrian championship. (Courtesy of auburntigers.com)

Auburn to host inaugural equestrian championship

By Robert E. Lee / Editor-In-Chief | August 20

The SEC approved its 21st championship this week after selecting Auburn to host the inaugural SEC equestrian championship. It is the first championship added since softball in 1997.

Parrish said being president for a year has reaffirmed his love for Auburn. (Courtesy of Owen Parrish)

Fall break in the future?

By John Burns / WRITER | August 19

This summer the Student Government Association sent out a survey to all current students requesting whether they would prefer a fall break in upcoming years, and the students overwhelmingly voted yes.

In a written update from the University, officials state that, though more pruning will likely be necessary, it will also leave the trees 'aesthetically dead.' (Melody Kitchens/ INTRIGUE EDITOR)

Toomer's Oaks still cleared for rolling

By Hayley Blair / Campus Editor | August 18

Despite months of treatments, rotting tree limbs from the Toomer's Oaks continue to pose a problem for Facilities employees.

Missouri, along with Texas A&M, is one of the newcomers to the SEC. (Courtesy of missouri.edu)

SEC releases Auburn's 2013 women's basketball schedule

By Andrew Yawn / SPORTS EDITOR | August 17

On Friday, August 17, the SEC released the schedules for the women's basketball league.

SGA President Owen Parrish welcomes students back

By Owen Parrish | August 17

In an open letter to the student body, Parrish updates students on SGA activity during the summer

Phi Mu members eagerly waiting for their new members to arrive in the chapter room. (Eva Woghiren / COMMUNITY BEAT REPORTER)

New members bid farewell to rush

By Eva Woghiren / COMMUNITY BEAT REPORTER | August 15

The days have finally passed; Auburn University's 17 sororities have finished with recruitment 2012.

The new student recreation center was designed to cater to a wide variety of interests. (Danielle Lowe / PHOTO EDITOR)

New Student Act still on schedule

By Hayley Blair / Campus Editor | August 14

Construction is still on schedule for the new student recreation center, according to Adam Sardinha, assistant marketing director of Campus Recreation, and a grand opening for the recreation center is being planned for spring 2013.

Toomer's Oaks cleared for rolling

By Rebecca Moseley / CAMPUS BEAT REPORTER | August 10

Although many branches were removed from Toomer's Oaks on Wednesday leaving them visibly bare, students new to the University will be able to join in the tradition that is known as the Rolling of Toomer's Corner as the landmark oaks have been cleared for the famous celebratory activity.

Dr. Henry Hanly Funderburk, Jr., the 81-year-old 12th president of Auburn and the first chancellor of Auburn University at Montgomery, died Saturday after a lengthy ailment. (Courtesy of auburn.edu)

Former AU President Funderburk remembered, services set

By Zeke Turrentine / COMMUNITY BEAT REPORTER | August 7

Former Auburn president Dr. Henry Hanly Funderburk, Jr. will be remembered at a service Wednesday morning in Montgomery.

Auburn Arena will host the admission-free Fan Day on Sunday, August 12 from 2-4 p.m.

Auburn Arena set for Fan Day on August 12

By Zeke Turrentine / COMMUNITY BEAT REPORTER | August 6

Auburn Arena will host the admission-free Fan Day on Sunday, August 12 from 2-4 p.m. A beloved tradition for many, Fan Day offers a chance to meet athletes from fall sports teams.