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Professor Shares Feminist Views and Theories

By Jake Mastroianni / WRITER | April 4

In 1919 woman struggled and suffered to earn their right to vote, and for centuries many woman have fought for equality in this country. Thursday, Toril Moi spoke to an audience of mostly young female students about "The Body in Feminist Theory."Moi is a professor of literature and romance studies at Duke University. She has also written several novels and essays on feminism.

Musicians Jam For Wings, Diabetes Aid

By Rod Guajardo/ MANAGING EDITOR | April 1

High notes were hit, change rattled and wings were devoured as the Alpha Gamma Delta sorority hosted its ninth annual Wing Jam event at Buffalo Connection Tuesday night. The event offered 17 bands and singer-songwriters an opportunity to showcase their talent and raise money for diabetes research. With contestants paying a $20 entry fee and spectators giving money for their favorite performer, the remaining proceeds from the prize money will be donated to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Performers were allotted enough time to perform one song, after which Alpha Gam members collected donations from the audience in Tupperware containers.

Rose Run Raises Riches For Research

By Sarah Phillips / STAFF REPORTER | April 1

Attracting runners and walkers of all ages, Alpha Omicron Pi held their 10th annual Run for Roses 5K event last Saturday at 9 a.m.

Jog For Justice

By Bree Bowen / WRITER | April 1

It costs $500 to bring just one person back to the United States after being trafficked. To promote human rights awareness, the International Justice Mission chapter at Auburn University, a human rights organization that works to free victims of human trafficking, slavery and domestic violence in East Asia, Southeast Asia, India and Africa, sponsored a 5K March 28.

SGA Senators Approve Election Of New Officials

By Laura Maxwell / ASSISTANT NEWS EDITOR | April 1

The SGA's Senate appointed 10 new officials at its meeting Monday. Appointments included that of Carter Michelle Leach as chief of staff and Bradley Cink as executive vice president.

Students Stomp Out Hunger

By Chelsea Harvey / WRITER | April 1

Students battled sore feet and unexcused absences to raise awareness about world hunger and participate in the Committee of 19's second Hunger March.

Light Shed On Diabetes, Obesity

By Eric Austin / WRITER | April 1

The Boshell Diabetes and Metabolic Diseases Research Program hosted its third annual Research Day Friday at the Auburn University Hotel and Dixon Conference Center.

Board of Trustees Change Tuition Prices

By Laura Maxwell / ASSISTANT NEWS EDITOR | March 26

The University adopted a new plan today which will help students save money and ensure they graduate on time, according to a news release.The release said students will be allowed to take more than 12 hours of coursework during the fall and spring semesters, and even take classes part-time during summers, at lower prices.

Hospitality Gala

By Ashlee Wood / WRITER | March 26

As more than 300 formal attire-clad guests shuffled into the Auburn University Hotel and Dixon Conference Center Thursday evening, the elite team of hospitality students and coordinators reassessed its intricate checklists for the final time. Under the direction of Alecia Douglas, 21 students in Auburn University's special events management class teamed up with the hotel to plan The Hospitality Gala, an annual signature event.

Brighter horizons for Nicaragua

By Jillian Clair / STAFF REPORTER | March 25

Families in La Chureca, Nicaragua, live in a giant trash dump and survive on the small amounts of money they receive from recycling reusable materials from the trash. A group of Auburn students made the trek to La Chureca to to help the citizens and expand their horizons. "The real goal of this trip was to really feed these kids, and not just physically--feed them physically, emotionally, intellectually and spiritually,"

Solid Ships Above Water

By Laura Maxwell / ASSISTANT NEWS EDITOR | March 25

Racing concrete canoes might not sound like a productive activity, but for Auburn civil engineering students it's a matter of sink or swim.

Nude Art Teaches Anatomy

By Eric Austin / WRITER | March 25

Imagine what occurs in a class called Arts 2110: "Figure Drawing." For the average student with no experience or information about the class, "That One Where You Draw Naked People" may be a more accurate title.

Alpha Week Encourages Faith, Service

By Jillian Clair / STAFF REPORTER | March 25

The Omicron Kappa chapter of Alpha Psi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. will complete more than 30 hours of community service and sponsor events for Auburn students to participate in this week as a part of its annual Alpha Week event.

Making memories worth cost

By Sarah Phillips / STAFF REPORTER | March 25

Ask any sorority sister and she'll say: you can't put a price on good times, great memories and spring formals.

Q&A with The Art of Living Yoga Club VP

By Laura Maxwell / ASSISTANT NEWS EDITOR | March 25

Q: What is the purpose of The Art of Living Yoga Club?A: The Art of Living Yoga Club at AU is affiliated to the Art of Living Foundation which is the largest volunteer based NGO spread more than 150 countries worldwide.

Community classes encourage quest for continual curriculum

By Ashley Marks / WRITER | March 25

One class at Auburn University: $798-$1572 and endless studying. One class via Auburn's Community Outreach Program: $40-$140 and self-generated interest.

Students Ditch Beach To Make Impact

By Davis Potter / WRITER | March 25

Forty-six Auburn students exchanged lounging on the beach for community service as part of IMPACT's second annual Alternative Spring Break program.

Hunger encourages residents to march to Montgomery

By Crystal Cole / STAFF REPORTER | March 25

Concerned Auburn residents will endure possible blisters and sore feet to raise awareness about the hunger problems in Alabama and the rest of the world.