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Professor researches effects of oil spill

By Trent Erwin / ASSOCIATE CAMPUS EDITOR | July 28

More than a year since the BP oil spill devastated the Gulf of Mexico, Auburn is well represented as a professor has received a grant to continue research on the effects of the spill.

A crowded amphitheater surrounds Mike Wines as he holds a Gila Monster and explains why the lizard is called a "fire-breathing dragon." (Robert Lee / WRITER)

Snakes show off their good side

By Robert Lee / WRITER | July 28

Snakes often strike fear in individuals, but Herpetology specialist Mike Wines exhibited some rare reptiles July 23 to help local children and citizens to better understand these often discounted creatures.

Bob Harwell points out one of the missions his father wrote about in his book "Combat Missions" to Greg Schmidt June 21. (Kristen Ferrell / CAMPUS EDITOR)

WWII vet donates diary

By Kristen Ferrell / CAMPUS EDITOR | July 28

Special Collections and Archives recently received a book filled with invaluable first-hand accounts of life as a fighter pilot during World War II.

John Weete, assistant vice president for technology transfer, shows off a newly-patented water filter. (Alex Sager / PHOTO EDITOR)

Push for patents

By Alex Harper / WRITER | July 28

After setting a university record for its number of U.S. patents and license agreements in 2010, Auburn Research is still focused on growth and expansion as its core strategic priority and strength.

Teachers experiment with reduced gravity

By Ariana Diaz / WRITER | July 28

The Flying Tigers, a group of six teachers and professors from Auburn University, Auburn City Schools and Alabama Math, Science and Technology Initiative arrived at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston July 20 to begin conducting free fall experiments.

One of the Gotcha Cars takes a car load of people to their next destination. (Christen Harned/ASSISTANT PHOTO EDITOR)

GOTCHA Ride takes off

By Kelley Rouse / WRITER | July 21

Toomer's Ten isn't running this summer; no problem.

Strictly business

By Laura Hobbs / WRITER | July 21

The Career Center will be judging students who they believe have what it takes to dominate an interview to win cash prizes in the end.

RBD to open new study area

By Kristen Ferrell / CAMPUS EDITOR | July 21

RBD began accommodating student needs when the Learning Commons were completed last fall on the second floor.

Introducing freshmen to the family

By Robert Lee / WRITER | July 17

Auburn University is showing a major effort to familiarize first year students with the Auburn atmosphere.

Brand new degree on its way

By Jake Winfrey / WRITER | July 16

Coming this fall will be a new degree in natural resources management.

Opie searches for signs of fungus in the ground as his dog handler, Jason DeWitt, uses a stick to guide him around. Once Opie picks up the scent, he begins digging for the fungus aggressively. (Nicole Singleton / SPORTS EDITOR)

Sniffing out the pine problem

By Nicole Singleton / SPORTS EDITOR | July 14

It's not strange to see a dog sniffing a tree, but it might be strange to know that by sniffing, the dog is saving the tree's life.

Business degree ranks high

By Sarah Layne / WRITER | July 14

Coined by the program as "The Best Major You've Never Heard Of," Auburn's supply chain management department recently ranked among the top 25 in the nation of its kind.

Urban Studio helps rebuild tornado-damaged city

By Trent Erwin / ASSOCIATE CAMPUS EDITOR | July 14

Urban Studio is currently working in cooperation with FEMA to rebuild Cordova.

Windows have been boarded and doors have been locked at Alpha Psi, Mell Hall, and Sewell Hall in preparation for demolition. All are scheduled to go down by the end of the summer. (Christen Harned / PHOTO EDITOR)

Campus buildings to be demolished

By Kristen Ferrell / CAMPUS EDITOR | July 14

Within the next few months, three buildings on campus will be brought to the ground, so be prepared for more huge trucks and traffic detours on your way to class.

Vitaly Vodyadoy conducts research using his superpowerful microscope in the lab at Green Hall. (ALEX SAGER / PHOTO EDITOR)

Keeping the cells alive

By Brandon Miller / WRITER | July 7

Vitaly Vodyanoy may not have a cape or mask, but he is Auburn University's real-life superhero.

Clinic holds hearing aid open house

By Libby So / WRITER | July 7

For the majority of people, the ability to hear is something we spend little time thinking about, but for many students at Auburn, helping those who can't hear is a top priority.The Auburn University Speech and Hearing Clinic is holding its annual Hearing Aid Open House July 13 and 15 from 8 a.m.