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Auburn’s Meat Lab offers hand-cut meats to students

By McKenzie Dooley | Campus Writer | October 20

In addition to serving as a research facility for agricultural students, the Lambert-Powell Meats Laboratory features a store where students may purchase variety boxes of meats.

'Most' spring classes will be offered in person

By Jack West | Editor-in-Chief | October 19

Auburn University Provost Bill Hardgrave said in an email to students that 'most' classes this spring will be offered in person. Two college deans talk about what Hardgrave's announcement means for registration and class attendance next semester.

How University Dining is Being Conscious of Foods with Preservatives

Home Chef offers students increased dining selection

By Collins Keith | Assistant Campus Editor | October 18

With students staying home and Auburn's dining halls closing earlier, students like Rachel Forbes have brought more of a variety into their diets by using Home Chef, a meal kit service.

University exchanges properties with USDA

By Tim Nail | Campus Editor | October 16

Auburn University has reclaimed 6.29 acres in its core campus previously owned by the USDA for its National Soil Dynamics Laboratory. The laboratory will be rebuilt in the Auburn Research Park.

How AU’s counseling director found his way home

By Collins Keith | Assistant Campus Editor | October 16

Dr. Doug Hankes, Auburn's counseling services director, has left positive impressions on students and parents over 22 years. During school, he takes 10–15 student clients weekly; during Camp War Eagle, however, he takes parents on running tours of campus.

Students say 'hey' six feet away

By Tim Nail | Campus Editor | October 15

Hey Day 2020 felt more important than before to some Auburn students. Virtual events were added this year to include students off-campus.

Instructors share approaches toward remote learning

By Nicole Lee | Campus Writer | October 14

For instructors like Eden McLean, Claire Perrott and Jeffrey Katz, this year's wave of virtual education has altered the teaching methods they traditionally use for college courses.

AU announces fall 2020 commencement plans

By Tim Nail | Campus Editor | October 13

Fall 2020 commencement will be held on Dec. 12 in Jordan-Hare Stadium, the University said Tuesday. Spring and summer 2020 graduates will also be allowed to participate.

Auburn University reports 16 new COVID-19 cases

By Tim Nail | Campus Editor | October 13

This past week, ending on Oct. 11, follows a trending decline in cases that began with the week ending Sept. 6.

The Harbert College of Business is located in Lowder Hall, taken on Saturday, Feb 24, 2018 in Auburn, Ala.

Business fraternities bring majors together to mirror real-world

By McKenzie Dooley | Campus Writer | October 13

While fraternities are normally associated with Greek life, fraternities associated with the Harbert College of Business serve to further students’ career opportunities.

Residents describe life under COVID rules

By Destini Ambus | Campus Reporter | October 12

Despite living under COVID-19’s thumb on campus this fall semester, some current residents said they feel safe under current housing guidelines.

Auburn's Bee Lab begins annual honey sale

By Collins Keith | Assistant Campus Editor | October 12

Auburn University’s Bee Lab promotes bees through research, teaching and outreach. “We’ve got about 1,500 pounds of honey this year,” said assistant professor Geoffrey Williams. “I would say this year is more than usual.”

AU Dance Marathon taking ‘baby steps’ in campaign this year

By Tim Nail | Campus Editor | October 10

AU Dance Marathon is ramping up recruitment numbers, hitting record numbers this year. AUDM will be supporting Piedmont Columbus Regional Hospital in Columbus, Georgia, next semester.

Pre-med group offers healthcare experience

By Sarah Gibson | Campus Writer | October 9

Alpha Epsilon Delta, an organization for Auburn’s pre-health majors, is looking for ways to keep students involved with necessary research, shadowing and volunteering opportunities amid COVID-19 disruptions.

Local chapter of advocacy group fights human trafficking

By Nicole Lee | Campus Writer | October 9

The Auburn International Justice Mission plays a supportive role toward victims of human trafficking, slavery and domestic violence through advocacy, prayer and fundraising.

University says 'most classes' will be offered in-person this spring

By Jack West | Editor-in-Chief | October 8

Provost Bill Hardgrave said in an email to students that "most classes will be offered in-person," next semester.

Department of Theatre launches home-viewing program

By Caroline Craig | Campus Writer | October 8

The virtual service allows patrons to view the department’s productions from their own home, beginning with "Blithe Spirit" from Oct. 12 to Oct. 18.

Senior Pals fosters friendships between students, older people

By Sarah Gibson | Campus Writer | October 7

Senior Pals is a new student organization focused on partnering students with older residents of the Auburn community.

'Leave your mark': Harold Melton, first Black SGA president, reflects on Auburn years, legal career and building dedication

By Destini Ambus | Campus Reporter | October 7

Through Harold Melton, Auburn has made history twice — first in 1987 when students embraced him as SGA's first Black president and second this year when Auburn embraced him with its first building dedication to a person of color.

Annual depression screening day goes virtual

By Virginia Speirs | Campus Writer | October 6

Student Counseling and Psychological Services is hosting its yearly depression screening via Zoom on Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.