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'I have to believe it's possible': Me Too Movement founder Tarana Burke on ending sexual violence

By Mikayla Burns | Managing Editor and Drew Daws | Campus Writer | September 26

Tarana Burke spoke to a full audience in the Telfair B. Peet Theatre on Thursday, Sept. 26, as part of the Extraordinary Women Lecture Series, spotlighting her experience as an activist combatting sexual violence and the aftermath survivors face.

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Me Too Movement founder coming to campus

By Mikayla Burns | Managing Editor | September 25

Tarana Burke is an Auburn University at Montgomery alumna and was named Time Person of the Year in 2017.

Student Senate passes resolution to give Student Activity Portfolio $15,000 for final week of fiscal year

By Tim Nail | Campus Reporter | September 25

The division of Student Affairs found itself in dire straits when it ran out of money to support organizations to the end of the fiscal year ending at the start of October.

Fifth annual Black Alumni Weekend begins Thursday

By Stephen Lanzi | Campus Editor | September 25

The set of events will begin with a panel of alumni for students to attend, which Hutchins said will be a great way for alumni to personally interact with current students.

Veteran Details His Path To Victory At Home

'I haven't lived out my dreams yet': How a veteran grad student faced death at home

By Tim Nail | Campus Reporter | September 24

“Looking at me, the average person would think I don’t have a brain injury, or that everything’s okay," Christopher Beamon said. "But I’m in pain just about every day.”

College of Veterinary Medicine increases professional fees for in-state students

By Trice Brown | Assistant Campus Editor | September 23

“As much as we really are reluctant to increase tuition, because we are trying to help students manage their debt load … we also know that the cost of education is high,” said Calvin Johnson, dean of the college of veterinary medicine.

Auburn community participates in global climate strike

By Trice Brown | Assistant Campus Editor | September 20

In Auburn, demonstrators marched down Haley Concourse shouting call-and-response chants.

Miss Homecoming winner reflects on time at University

By Drew Daws | Campus Writer | September 20

Stewart was crowned Miss Homecoming during last week’s game against Kent State. However, she has been involved on campus since arriving on the Plains four years ago.

Not 'War Eagle' yet: Aurea's journey to Jordan-Hare stardom just beginning

By Nathan King | Sports Editor | September 19

Aurea is the No. 1 option for Auburn to fly pregame this season, but her journey to becoming War Eagle VIII is far from over.

Miss Homecoming 2019 sets record for voter turnout

By Stephen Lanzi | Campus Editor | September 17

For the first time in the history of Miss Homecoming, the voter turnout exceeded 10,000. This year also set the record for percentage of eligible voters who cast a ballot.

Short-term rental cars come to campus

By Stephen Lanzi | Campus Editor | September 17

Auburn Parking Services has partnered with Zipcar to provide two short-term rental cars that can be used for hours at a time.

New engineering building holds dedication ceremony

By Sarah Gibson | Campus Writer | September 16

“The building will be for collaboration and active learning for future generations of Auburn students.”

SGA initiative allows students to ask faculty, staff to free lunches to build relationships

By Stephen Lanzi | Campus Editor | September 16

Flunch is an SGA initiative that allows students to ask professors, administrators or other faculty and staff to a free lunch, paid for by the University, to foster more personal relationships.

Lee, Macon County residents come together for diversity event

By Tim Nail | Campus Reporter | September 15

Almost 200 people entered a grand room in Auburn’s First Presbyterian Church on Thursday night to engage in a unifying event.

‘I just love it’: Sister missionaries teach their faith on the Plains

By Scott Berson | Community Writer | September 15

The missionaries are in the middle of their 18-month commitment as representatives of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, commonly known as the Mormon church. For now, Auburn is their adopted home.

SGA makes amends to new Tiger Transit routes

By Tim Nail | Campus Reporter | September 15

For some students who rely on the University’s Tiger Transit system, adjustments to a few bus routes led to a troubling first few weeks. In response, SGA redeveloped two transit lines.

Mary Stewart reacts to winning 2019 Miss Homecoming

By Jordan Burkes | Campus Writer | September 14

“My thoughts were, ‘whatever happens, it’s been such a blessing to be a part of it, it will be fine.' And then it just happened so fast. There was no time to prepare myself at all.”

New graduate business building named Horton-Hardgrave Hall

By Drew Daws | Campus Writer | September 13

At the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new graduate business building, it was announced the building is named after former College of Business deans George Horton and Bill Hardgrave.

Trustees approve project initiation for new on-campus housing

By Tim Nail | Campus Reporter | September 13

With approval from the Board of Trustees, the University will begin the process of developing new on-campus housing. The University also plans to renovate the Hill and Cambridge dorms, which haven't seen major renovations in decades.

Voting for Miss Homecoming open today

By Stephen Lanzi | Campus Editor | September 13

Voting for Miss Homecoming is open today. Here is a rundown of the candidates and their platforms.