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University’s Center for Cyber and Homeland Security hosts Department of Homeland Security Secretary

By Drew Daws | Campus Writer | March 19

The University’s Center for Cyber and Homeland Security hosted Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen as she delivered her 2019 State of Homeland Security Address at George Washington University Monday. 

Max Zinner reflects on nearly a decade of SGA involvement

By Trice Brown | Campus Reporter | March 18

After nearly a decade of being involved with SGA, Max Zinner's involvement comes to an end. Zinner has been on the forefront of getting gender identity into the University's Anti-Discrimination Policy as well as incorporating gender-neutral language in SGA's code of laws.

Administrator has plan for new on-campus housing, hopes construction could start in next two years

By Megan Feringa | Campus Writer | March 18

“I will be the first to admit that housing wise, we are behind the eight ball,” Woodard said. “We should have done something 10 years ago. I wasn’t here, but everybody that was here tells me they tried, but it didn’t fit in with the plan at that time. Now it does.”

'It's kind of surreal': Laura Davenport prepares for the year as Miss Auburn

By Abby Cunningham | Campus Writer | March 10

“It’s kind of surreal still. It’s starting to feel more real now, but I am so humbled and honored to even be considered for this position. I hope to fulfill this position the best way that I can.” 

Portion of South College Street to be closed from March 11-16

By Staff Report | March 10

A portion of South College Street, from Donahue Drive to Woodfield Drive, will be closed from March 11-16 during Auburn University's spring break.

'We don't see the light of day': Nursing students, professionals reflect on pressures, anxieties and fulfillment with job

By Samantha Strunk | Campus Writer | March 10

“The flight attendant says to put the mask on yourself before you take care of the person next to you,” Yordy said. “We don’t hear that. We always want to help other people, and we feel like if we do anything for ourselves, it’s not good.”

Video shows car crashing just yards from President Trump's motorcade

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | March 8

Police and secret service escorts are seen going by before squealing tires are heard and the SUV is seen crashing into the median.

LIVE UPDATES: President Donald Trump tours Lee County tornado damage

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief , Elizabeth Hurley | Community Editor and Mikayla Burns | Managing Editor | March 8

The president is expected to visit some of the hardest-hit areas in southern Lee County about 15 miles from Auburn.

Auburn Parking Services offering account credits for tornado relief donations

By Staff Report | March 7

There will be a $2.00 credit issued per item to student and faculty accounts. Up to $50 “can be credited towards your account,” according to parking services.

Poarch Band of Creek Indians ups donation for tornado victims' funerals to $184,000

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | March 7

When the tribe called back later this week to find out how much would be needed to cover the costs completely, they decided to up their donation to $184,000, Harris said.

This woman called her family to warn of an approaching tornado. It might have saved their lives.

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | March 7

Kiara Slater said she knew she needed to call her mom when she saw the tornado warning on television.

Latest: Instances of looting reported, sheriff says

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | March 7

"If anyone out there is watching these newscasts, if they have any inkling about coming to Lee County, coming to Smiths Station, coming to Beauregard and have evil intent, then be forewarned: They will go to jail," the sheriff said.

'We are Beauregard Strong': Sen. Doug Jones tours tornado damage

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | March 7

"You cannot fully appreciate what has happened here," Jones said. The devastation "will absolutely take your breath away."

'Rent,' The Beach Boys, Postmodern Jukebox, Wynton Marsalis among Gogue Center inaugural performances

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | March 6

Broadway shows and musical artists ranging from "Rent" and "Waitress" to Jazz legend Wynton Marsalis, The Beach Boys and soprano Reneé Fleming will appear on stage at the new Jay and Susie Gogue Performing Arts Center during its inaugural season starting in fall 2019.

University offering opportunities to volunteer with tornado relief during spring break

By Stephen Lanzi | Campus Editor | March 6

Students who will be in town for spring break will have a variety of opportunities to volunteer with tornado relief during spring break. 

What does it mean to put a W on a student's transcript?

By Kayla Kelly | Campus Writer | March 6

“I debated for about a week whether or not to withdrawal from a class that I was struggling in. I had no idea what a W would mean on my transcript in the future, and that doubt really scared me from proceeding to withdrawal from the course.”

State of the State: Governor honors tornado victims, proposes $75 million higher ed funding increase

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | March 6

The governor held a moment of silent prayer for the victims before she pitched her priorities for the 2019 legislative session to lawmakers gathered at the State Capitol Tuesday for her annual speech.

Campus safety warns students how to act in event of tornado

By Miranda Shaffer | Lifestyle Writer | March 5

After the recent tragedy that happened in Lee County and the surrounding areas due to the storms on Sunday, it is important to make people aware of how to keep themselves safe during a tornado.