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Auburn Campus Dining expands with renovations at The Edge and campus-wide opening of Wellness Kitchen

By Rachel Swan | Operations Editor | April 11

Auburn University’s campus dining options are expanding with two major projects at The Edge at Central Dining. Renovations will take place on the ground floor to create a frictionless convenience store and a three-stall food hall. In addition to the new dining options coming to The Edge, next school year the Wellness Kitchen will be open to all students.

Auburn University student political organizations host Great Debate

By Ali Carriere | News Writer and Jennifer Santiago | Lifestyle Editor | April 11

On Thursday, April 10 at 6 p.m. in the Haley Center, student representatives from Auburn College Republicans, College Democrats at Auburn University and the Mises Society participated in the annual Great Debate. The discussion centered around current hot topics like the emergence of the Department of Government Efficiency, the United States' role in global affairs and immigration policies.

Auburn United Campus Workers hold rally and petition for better wages

By Ali Carriere | News Writer and Michaela Yielding | News Editor | April 10

On April 9, the United Campus Workers of Alabama at Auburn University held a rally and petition signing at Toomer’s Corner. The rally highlighted their demand for the university to conduct cost of living adjustments, raise the university’s minimum wage to $17.50, increase graduate student stipends to $25k and other things before marching to the President's office in Samford Hall to deliver the petition to President Christopher Roberts and Chief Financial Officer Kelli Shomaker. However, neither Roberts nor Shomaker was present at the time of the delivery.

Office of Information Technology announces Wi-Fi revamp

By Amanda Machamer | Assistant News Editor | April 7

The new Wi-Fi, along with other improvements, will ensure students and faculty have uninterrupted and improved access to the internet, something that has not always been the case.

Auburn hosts the 2025 Alabama Science and Engineering Fair

By Auston Kucholtz | News Writer | April 7

Auburn University and the I-Stem Connectory at AU hosted the 2025 Alabama Science and Engineering Fair on Saturday, April 5. Various academic organizations and businesses were featured in a number of displays, information tables and interactive activities. ASEF junior and senior high school science competitions were also held at the event.

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Auburn Vintage Market shut down by university

By Sam Vise | Assistant Culture Editor | April 4

On Friday, April 4, Auburn Vintage Market’s first market was shut down by the university. The event, held on Haley Concourse, was originally set to last from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., but was shut down around 10:30 a.m.

Turning Point USA hosts conservative actress Leigh-Allyn Baker

By Ally Northridge | Content Editor | April 4

On Thursday, April 3, the Auburn chapter of Turning Point USA hosted actress and conservative figure Leigh-Allyn Baker. Famous for her acting role in the Disney Channel original show Good Luck Charlie and recent conservative activism, Baker spoke about navigating Hollywood, standing up against cancel culture and advocating for bodily autonomy against vaccinations to hundreds of attendees.

Specials and Sports: Menu deals in Auburn for Saturday's Final Four game

By Ashley Massey | News Writer and Railey McCord | News Writer | April 4

As Auburn University’s men’s basketball team prepares for its second Final Four appearance in program history, local businesses anticipate the excitement and are already preparing for a busy night in Auburn. As Auburn fans’ game-watching locations are being planned, several special deals will be running for those who want to enjoy food and drinks in truly electric atmospheres with each other.

Auburn Family sends off Men’s Basketball for Final Four

By Ally Northridge | Content Editor | April 3

On Wednesday, April 2, Auburn students, faculty and residents attended the Reverse Tiger Walk, a celebratory send-off for Auburn men's basketball to wish the team well in their upcoming Final Four matchup. Excited attendees donned in orange and blue showed their support, as the team prepared to travel to San Antonio, Texas to play against the University of Florida on Saturday night.

Bren Wells: President of the International Student Organization

March 19

Bren Wells served as the 2024-2025 International Student Organization president. She brought compassion, intentionality and a unique perspective to her administration which had a profound impact.

From poetry to podcasts: The Circle prepares to publish its Spring 2025 issue

By Allison Foran | Lifestyle Writer | February 12

Auburn University's literary arts magazine, The Circle, is preparing to release its spring issue in April. Submissions, which closed Feb. 9, will follow the theme "A Hero's Journey," continuing the narrative begun in the fall issue.

Auburn University SGA Votes to Commend University's 2024 Olympic Athletes

October 9

The Auburn University Student Government Association voted on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024, to approve the commendation of the university’s athletes that competed in the 2024 Paris Olympics. 11 current or former Auburn University students competed at the games. These students represented 10 different countries and competed in six distinct sports.

UPC brings The Driver Era to Auburn

By Ella Walton | Newsletter Editor and Michaela Yielding | News Editor | August 27

Students filled the parking lot across from the Gogue Performing Arts Center on Aug. 24, eagerly awaiting entry to see The Driver Era. Clad in fabric skirts, denim, band tees and cowboy boots, students quickly cleared out the free tickets to the show, with UPC giving out all tickets 20 mins after gates opened.

University holds 13th annual Fashion Event

By Sam Vise | Community Reporter | April 15

Auburn University held the 13th annual Fashion Event on Friday, April 12, at the Beard-Eaves-Memorial Coliseum. The event was hosted by the Department of Consumer and Design Sciences within the College of Human Sciences and the Apparel Merchandising and Design Association. This year’s theme was The Silver Screen, inspired by old Hollywood glamor.

BSU Celebrates 40 Years at Auburn

February 21

Saturday, Feb. 17, the Black Student Union celebrated its 40th anniversary at Auburn University. The organization was founded in 1984, 20 years after Harold A. Franklin became the first Black student to enroll at the university. To this day, BSU continues its mission to further the interests of Black students across Auburn's campus.

National Council of Negro Women seeks to build community

March 25

The National Council of Negro Women, Inc. is a nonprofit organization founded in 1935 with the mission to advance the opportunities and quality of life for African American women and their families.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR | The value and role of Black fraternities in student success and retention

May 23

Ph.D. student Terrance Lewis reflects on the way his fraternity, Omega Psi Phi, has impacted his undergraduate and graduate studies. He stresses the importance of NPHC sororities and fraternities for the recruitment and retention of Black students in undergraduate and graduate programs across all disciplines and campuses.