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University honors Juneteenth with "freedom day"

By Trice Brown | Multimedia Editor | June 18

Last night, the University sent out an email announcing a "freedom day," which will allow full- and part-time employees a day of leave, which they could use any day during the remainder of the 2021 calendar year.

SGA moves to adopt bill to to fight racial inequity

By Emery Lay | Campus Editor | June 15

At the most recent SGA meeting, Brandan Belser came forward with a bill proposing new ways to fight racial injustice at Auburn University.

Auburn University officially welcomes new buses for the fall

By Emery Lay | Campus Editor | June 13

Auburn University welcomes new buses to be run in the fall to campus this week, featuring new seats, more standing room, pull cords, Wi-Fi and more.

College of Engineering holds ceremony for new lab

By Emery Lay | Lifestyle Writer | June 12

The new and improved Advanced Structural Engineering Laboratory was welcomed on Friday by the members of the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering.

Trustees approve Quad dorm renovation, airport expansion

By Evan Mealins | Editor-in-chief | June 11

The meeting, held in the Hotel at Auburn University and Dixon Conference Center, was the second to be held in person since the beginning of the pandemic.

Auburn University President Jay Gogue speaks during a reception celebrating his legacy on Tuesday, May 23, 2017 in Auburn, Ala.

AU President Jay Gogue announces plans to retire

By Evan Mealins | Editor-in-chief | June 11

Gogue said at Friday’s Board of Trustees meeting that he is looking to leave the position soon, suggesting that the Trustees begin a search for a new president.

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Ivey picks Auburn Trustee Jimmy Rane to lead reelection campaign

By Evan Mealins | Editor-in-chief | June 11

Gov. Ivey has selected Auburn University Trustee Jimmy Rane to head up her reelection campaign for governor.

Auburn’s College of Agriculture welcome high-tech vertical farms

By Emery Lay | Campus Editor | June 10

Retrofitted shipping containers, complete with hydroponics and LED lights, signal the first step toward Auburn's Transformation Garden.

Liberal arts dean leaving position to join professorial faculty

By Evan Mealins | Editor-in-chief | June 9

Effective July 1, Joe Aistrup, dean of the College of Liberal Arts and professor of political science, will transition to a faculty position in the department of political science, per an email from the dean’s office sent to all faculty, staff and graduate teaching assistants in the college.

Trustees to vote on Quad renovation, steps for expanding student housing

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

Steps to update student housing will be on the table for the Auburn University Board of Trustees at its next meeting.

Auburn University holds summer culinary classes

By Emery Lay | Campus Editor | June 7

"Date Night" will be just one of several summer culinary classes offered through the College of Human Sciences at Auburn University on June 10 from 5 to 9 p.m, led by Chef Ana Plana.

Auburn University hosts Korean culture classes over the summer

By Emery Lay | Campus Editor | May 31

The Korea Center at Auburn University will be hosting Korean culture classes over the summer, courtesy of the King Sejong Institute Foundation, covering topics such as traditional Korean dress, foods, and martial arts.

The Collegiate Hotel hosts complimentary social hour for parents of Camp War Eagle students

By Emery Lay | Campus Editor | May 30

The Collegiate Hotel, in partnership with The Standard, offers complimentary snacks and drinks for parents of Camp War Eagle students for the month of June following every Camp War Eagle session.

AU modifies mask policy

By Emery Lay | Lifestyle Writer | May 26

Effective June 1, 2021, Auburn University has announced that it will no longer require vaccinated individuals to wear a mask indoors, amongst other new changes.

National Institutes of Health awards University $1.5 million grant

By Trice Brown | Multimedia Editor | May 18

The grant, called G-RISE, will begin with four scholars in the fall 2021 semester. It is designed to create a diverse pool of scientists earning a doctorate and will transition into the biomedical research workforce.

Course helps Auburn students become sommeliers

By Tim Nail | Community Editor | May 5

The Beverage Appreciation course within the College of Human Sciences allows Auburn students a taste of the beverage industry, all while earning an introductory wine sommelier certification.

'You can come to Safe Harbor at any time'

By Emery Lay | Campus Editor | May 2

Auburn University implements programs such as Safe Harbor and Green Dot to address the reactive and proactive needs surrounding sexual assault, abuse and more.

'No criminal act occurred' in relation to suspicious incidents involving white van, APD says

By Evan Mealins | Editor-in-chief | April 30

The Auburn Police Division investigated reports of a suspicious van downtown offering rides to women and found that no criminal activity occurred.

Aubie wins 2021 UCA Mascot National Championship

By Jake Weese | Sports Editor | April 28

Aubie took home his 10th UCA National Championship on Wednesday in Orlando, Florida, at the Walt Disney World Resort. The championship is Aubie's first since 2016.

AU reports 7 new COVID-19 cases as vaccines increase

By Emery Lay | Lifestyle Writer | April 28

Auburn University's COVID-19 cases are decreasing again two weeks after vaccine eligibility opened for all students.