Campus

College advisors launch academics podcast

By Caroline Craig | Campus Writer | March 17

“Advising 2 Bits” is a resource for students to learn more about topics in depth before meeting with an advisor. The advisors have already made episodes on topics such as competitive majors.

COSAM administration apologizes for 'tone deaf' diversity challenge featuring KKK

By Evan Mealins | Editor-in-chief | March 16

In a recent email, employees in the College of Science and Mathematics were asked to, among other things, consider what aspects of the Ku Klux Klan they agree with.

University receives $7.8 million through Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund

By Destini Ambus | Editor-in-Chief | March 16

Auburn University has been awarded $7.8 million in emergency student funding from the U.S. Department of Education through HEERF II.

Student org offers COVID-safe socializing

By Sarah Gibson | Campus Writer | March 16

Get Plugged In is a new student organization founded during the fall 2020 semester centered around combatting isolation the pandemic has caused many people to experience.

Gogue Performing Arts Center makes noise with VibraChimes

By Emma Kirkemier | Campus Reporter | March 15

Eight orange chimes with attached mallets will be installed along the sidewalk of the Gogue Performing Arts Center after donors raised $12,965 on Tiger Giving Day.

Professors give tips on creating effective personal websites

By Emma Kirkemier | Campus Reporter | March 14

With the slew of job applications, networking and resume-building students are expected to do, one helpful tool is a personal website, which professors say can be powerful tools for young professionals.

Auburn Aquaponics takes next step in sustainable food production

By Nicole Lee | Campus Writer | March 13

Auburn Aquaponics raised over $10,000 during Tiger Giving Day toward a new tank system able to sustain a more extensive selection of fish including tilapia, bass and saltwater species like shrimp.

Plant Based Plainsman cultivates Auburn's vegans, vegetarians

By Sarah Gibson | Campus Writer | March 13

Jean Gannett, senior in art studies, started the Plant-Based Plainsman in her sophomore year to represent students with vegan, vegetarian and similar diets on campus.

Choir uses new vocal performance masks

By Jillian Minor | Campus Writer | March 12

Choral students attended face-to-face class for the first time this year after the music department purchased each student a vocal performance mask, allowing them to fully move their mouths to sing.

AU Hockey Club sells new jerseys ahead of fall season

By Eamon Smith | Sports Writer | March 12

The Auburn University Hockey Club is holding its annual jersey drive until March 16 to raise money for next season. This year's drive features newly designed hockey jerseys.

Masks to remain on as AU reports 13 COVID-19 cases

By Tim Nail | Campus Editor | March 10

Auburn University reported 13 new COVID-19 cases between March 1-7 and said it will maintain mask and distancing guidelines on campus regardless of vaccination status.

Pharmacy school creates care packages for assisted living facilities

By Jillian Minor | Campus Writer | March 10

The Harrison School of Pharmacy raised $11,665 to give care packages to elderly residents in assisted living facilities in Lee County which include essential supplies the facilities are short on.

Auburn Stages kicks off with Decoy Snail

By Caroline Craig | Campus Writer | March 8

Decoy Snail performed as the first music group to be featured in Auburn Stages, a weekly mini-concert series on campus launched by students.

AU sees increases in minority, Black applicants, president says

By Tim Nail | Campus Editor | March 8

Auburn University has seen a 37% increase of minority student applicants and an 18% increase of Black student applicants during its current application period.

AU president announces policy changes regarding equity and inclusion

By Evan Mealins | Editor-in-chief | March 8

Auburn University President Jay Gogue announced in an email to Auburn students, faculty and staff on Monday a number of changes to the University’s policies regarding equity and inclusion on campus.

‘We intend to put in the work that’s necessary’

By Collins Keith | Podcast Editor | March 4

Since 2007, the Black Auburn student population has fallen. The Office of Inclusion and Diversity's role is to inform the strategies that lead to improvements in diversity, equity and inclusion performance.

'I’m a lot more cautious about what I’m doing and what I find.'

By Natalie Beckerink | Content Editor | March 3

Rachel Schmucker, freshman in marketing, said that she found a bike lock around the handle of her car door on the driver’s side.

Auburn reports 16 COVID-19 cases on campus

By Tim Nail | Campus Editor | March 2

A total of 16 COVID-19 cases were reported on campus the week of Feb. 22–28. This is a slight increase over the previous week's 12 cases.

Students weigh in on recent stock market volatility

By Nicole Lee | Campus Writer | March 2

“I think the way Robinhood acted is downright criminal,” said Riley Gray, junior in pre-pharmacy. “It was effectively what killed all momentum for the surge.”

AU releases spring 2021 commencement schedule

By Tim Nail | Campus Editor | March 2

Spring 2021 commencement will be held April 30, May 1 and May 3 in Jordan-Hare Stadium and Auburn Arena, with Kenneth Kelly delivering the opening address.