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How BSU and NPHC build community on campus

By Jennifer Santiago | Lifestyle Editor | March 13

When students flock to Auburn for their studies, they may be moving hundreds of miles away from the friends, family, community and customs that they know as home. For Black students who make up only a small fraction of the student body, this culture shock may be especially challenging. Black Student Union and the National Pan-Hellenic Council offer a space for Black students to simultaneously build community bonds, excel academically and develop professionally at Auburn.

The excellence and significance of the Auburn Honors College

By Auston Kucholtz | News Writer | March 13

The high standards and expectations of Auburn university shine especially bright from the Auburn Honors College, where high-ability students can elevate their education to new heights and can gain valuable experiences from more challenging sets of courses and programs.

Auburn through their eyes

By Ali Carriere | News Writer | March 13

A freshman from Point Pleasant, New Jersey and a senior from Nashville, Tennessee. Two students, both from vastly different backgrounds yet their lives so far have led them down the same path, all the way to Auburn University.

Auburn University Facilities: The people behind the Loveliest Village

By Ally Northridge | Content Editor | March 12

It takes a village to keep the Village the Loveliest on the Plains. Employing over 450 workers in 11 departments, Auburn University Facilities plans and maintains on-campus construction, maintenance and infrastructure.

Operation Orange and Blue: The impact of Veterans Affairs and ROTC at Auburn and beyond

By Ally Northridge | Content Editor | March 11

Orange and Blue, brought to you courtesy of the Red, White and Blue. Auburn University celebrates active and non-active military officers throughout the year, from Veterans Day ceremonies to Bald Eagle and aircraft flyovers in Jordan-Hare. Yet, the most poignant reminder of Auburn’s military appreciation is the Tigers who wear and serve the Stars and Stripes on- and off-campus.

EAGLES and WINGS programs are set on success

By Railey McCord | News Writer | March 11

At Auburn University, the EAGLES program provides students with developmental and intellectual disabilities life-changing opportunities to work towards independence. In its work with WINGS, both groups of students learn to work together and thrive across campus and beyond. The EAGLES program is growing and, with the help of WINGS peer mentors, helping all of its students take flight.

SGA hosts Aubie's 46th Birthday Celebration

By Amanda Machamer | Assistant News Editor and Olivia Garrett | News Writer | March 10

On Friday, Feb. 28, the Student Government Association hosted a birthday celebration in honor of Aubie, Auburn's beloved mascot, who celebrated his 46th birthday at the Harold D. Melton Student Center.

Project Safe Flight aims to make Auburn safer for birds

By Jack Fawcett | Sports & News Writer | February 25

The College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment (CFWE) has partnered with Alabama Audubon, a statewide avian conservation group, to critically examine Auburn’s campus and how buildings can be safer for birds. CFWE joins Alabama Audubon's Project Safe Flight, a conservation initiative that seeks to protect local bird populations from deadly collisions with windows.

AUDM main event 2025 raises over $300,000

By Ally Northridge | Content Editor | February 24

On Saturday, Feb. 22, Auburn University Dance Marathon hosted its 14th annual main event and raised over $300,000. From 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., volunteers and attendees united to support the organization’s philanthropic efforts, participating in 12 hours of non-stop excitement packed with special guest appearances, games and dances.

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Canine Performance Sciences: Follow the pawprints of canine detection technology to Auburn

By Jennifer Santiago | Lifestyle Editor | February 21

The College of Veterinary Medicine’s Canine Performance Sciences Program works “nose to tail” to generate top-of-the-class working dogs. Leading the advancement of canine detection for over thirty years, the program’s history and extensive training both began with the breeding and development of exceptional canines.

February 20 proclaimed Abbie Stockard Day

By Brychelle Brooks | Editor-in-Chief and Ella Walton | Newsletter Editor | February 20

On the morning of Feb. 20, 2025, Auburn Mayor Ron Anders gave a proclamation at the Jay and Susie Gogue Performing Arts Center, stating that today would henceforth be known as Abbie Stockard Day.

No No Tip Toe: Auburn alumna's product will stop toe walking in its tracks

By Ally Northridge | Content Editor | February 20

Auburn University hosts a rich alumni network full of entrepreneurs and innovators. Alumnus Dr. Jessie Luttrell is no exception with her new patent-pending product, No No Tip Toe, a toe insert designed to eliminate preadolescent toe walking.

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Auburn Fire Department responds to gaseous odor in the Haley Center

By Sami Grace Donnelly | Editor-in-Chief | February 18

During 1:00–2:00 class period, an odor of natural gas began to permeate the Haley Center. The Auburn Fire Department responded to the call, and people re-entered the building at 1:53 p.m.

Making The Move: Expansions on the Boulangerie Bakery

By Railey McCord | News Writer | February 13

After outgrowing their small downtown storefront, Boulangerie closed its original location on Jan. 31. To keep the bakery’s presence in downtown Auburn, owner Jessica Rizzo opened The Cafe just the next day, on Feb. 1. In addition to The Cafe’s new storefront, Rizzo has been busy at work on a commercial kitchen expansion in Opelika, set to open later this month.

Chick-fil-A honors the Auburn College of Education EAGLES program with Inspiration Award

By Auston Kucholtz | News Writer | February 12

The Auburn University’s College of Education EAGLES program has helped enrich the paths of many students at Auburn. This year, the annual Chick-fil-a Inspiration Awards helped aid the program’s effort with a $75,000 grant.

Buckley Nettles wins 2025 SGA Vice President

By Ally Northridge | Content Editor and Michaela Yielding | News Editor | February 8

On Friday, Feb. 7 at 10 p.m., Buckley Nettles was announced as the 2025 SGA vice president on the Cater Hall steps. This victory ends Nettles’ three-day campaign “Buckling Up with Buckley,” as she starts to implement her platform of unifying the student body.

Hailey Bergenthal named 2025 SGA Treasurer

By Michaela Yielding | News Editor | February 8

The Student Government Association's election council named Hailey Bergenthal the 2025 SGA treasurer on Feb. 7 on the steps of Cater Hall. Bergenthal, a junior studying law and justice, was the sole candidate for treasurer and campaigned on the platform, "Banking on Bergenthal," which focuses on encouraging students to invest in resources, appreciate wealth and bank on their futures as Auburn alumni.