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Ted Becker, professor of political science, is knowns for challenging tradition views of law and political science. (Christen Harned / ASSISTANT PHOTO EDITOR)

Professor challenges conventional view of law, society

By Austin Lankford / WRITER | February 9

Whether he is teaching, posting on his blog or observing the world around him, Ted Becker, professor of political science, is one who never settles for society's norms.

Sustain-A-Bowl has campus-wide impact

By Becky Hardy | Editor-in-Chief | February 9

Sustain-A-Bowl, started three years ago by the Office of Sustainability, involves all on-campus residence halls competing to be the most "green."

Hilary Johnson, junior in radio, television and film and managing editor for the Glomerata, looks over pages of the yearbook. The Glom will spend $192,500 of its budget this year to print color pages. (Christen Harned / ASSISTANT PHOTO EDITOR)

Glomerata staff benefits from equipment upgrade

By Heather Allen / WRITER | February 9

While the Glomerata, Auburn University's annual yearbook, uses its funding each year primarily for printing 12,000 copies to distribute to students, faculty, staff and alumni, it found room in its budget this year for some needed upgrades.

Joanna Smith sings and plays the piano and the mandolin. She will be performing at the War Eagle Supper Club Feb. 17th. (Danielle Lowe / ASSISTANT PHOTO EDITOR)

Former student turns to her roots after trip to Nashville

By Hayley Blair / INTRIGUE BEAT REPORTER | February 9

In the summer of 2003 after her freshman year at Auburn, Joanna Smith entered a talent show in South Georgia that changed her life.

Your view: University should be tolerant of smokers

By Haroldo Toro | February 9

We like to call ourselves the Auburn University family. In my experience this is how family works: my wife, a nonsmoker, married me, a tobacco consumer.

Black Knowledge Bowl encourages understanding of history

By Lane Jones / CAMPUS BEAT REPORTER | February 9

The Black Knowledge Bowl, taking place Feb. 29, is a game show-style event designed to excite students about black history.

Biggin Gallery hosting exhibition through Wednesday

By Jessa Pease/ WRITER | February 6

The Department of Art is hosting "Portraits and Bobbleheads" in the Biggin Gallery through Feb. 8. The exhibition is the work of DavidTallitsch, graduate of the University of Iowa and the San Francisco Art Institute.

AU Dance Marathon raises money for kids in need

By Abigail O'Brien / WRITER | February 5

The Student Center ballroom was anything but quiet Saturday as students participated in the AU Dance Marathon, the final celebration of a fundraiser to help the Children's Miracle Network.

College democrats screening

By Sydney Callis / WRITER | February 5

The Auburn University College Democrats met Feb. 2 to screen the documentary "Hot Coffee" and discuss the issue of torte reform to Auburn students.

African-American read-in to take place in front of library

By Rachel Cooper / WRITER | February 5

Auburn is taking part in the 23rd annual National African-American Read-In Feb. 6 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Student memorial idea lives on

By Lane Jones / CAMPUS BEAT REPORTER | February 2

The Student Government Association is teaming up with the Department of Industrial Design to build a student memorial commemorating those we have lost and celebratory the spirit that lives on.

Architecture students design transit stop, win competition

By Bradley Roberts / WRITER | February 2

A group of architecture students have taken their skills across state lines.

Emily Johnson, junior in agriculture communications, edits an Eagle Eye segment Friday afternoon. Eagle Eye staff hope to purchase new equipment and software to more closely resemble a professional news network. The purchase would cost approximately $85,000. (Danielle Lowe / ASSISTANT PHOTO EDITOR)

Eagle Eye saves up for professional equipment

By Becky Hardy | Editor-in-Chief | February 2

Eagle Eye, Auburn University and the Auburn community's only local TV station, wants to make big changes with its budget this year.

Get involved while you still can

By Melody Kitchens / ONLINE EDITOR | February 2

I hate to remind you, but you only have about four years of "free" time before your future career. Make the most of it.

The Physiology Building houses Auburn's Museum of Natural History featuring thousands of preserved specimens. The building is scheduled to be demolished by summer of next year, after the museum collections are moved to the planned Biodiversity Learning Center. (Rebecca Croomes / PHOTO EDITOR)

Physiology Building scheduled for demolition

By Ali Jenkins / WRITER | February 2

The Physiology Building, located on the Thach Concourse, is scheduled for demolition by the summer of 2013 after the construction of a new Biodiversity Learning Center, according to Auburn Facilities Management.

SGA plans to add 50 new bike racks

By Ariana Diaz / WRITER | February 2

As Auburn continues to strive for a bike-friendly campus, Student Government Association, in partnership with Facilities Management, has announced the installation of 50 new bike racks that will be available in the fall.

New theatre organization combines drama, diversity

By Becky Hardy | Editor-in-Chief | February 2

Mosaic Theatre Company, a new program for Auburn students, addresses issues of diversity through acting.

Policy center director speaks on issues of sustainability

By Susan Cook / WRITER | February 1

Eban Goodstein, director of the Bard College Center for Environmental Policy, spoke to a room full of University students and faculty Tuesday night. Goodstein lectured on sustainability, global warming and how students can secure jobs that can potentially change the future.

Whistleblowers share experiences as part of nationwide tour

By Coleman McDowell / SPORTS EDITOR | January 31

The "American Whistleblower Tour: Essential Voices for Accountability" kicked off its 2012 circuit at Auburn University in the Lowder Business Building Monday night from 7:30-9 p.m.

Students and community members rally for Egypt

By Chelsea Harvey / CAMPUS EDITOR | January 26

A group of Egyptian students and community members gathered in front of the Ralph Brown Draughon library yesterday to express their feelings about the political state of their country.