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Squires sophomore honorary found in violation of Hazing Policy

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | August 21

For the first time in 77 years, Squires won't be selected by ODK members following hazing allegations.

Recent Auburn graduate drowns on kayaking trip

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | August 20

Maranda Whitten, who went by Randi, drowned on a kayaking trip over the weekend, the Troup County Sheriff's Office said Monday. Her drowning is believed to be a suicide, authorities said.

Nearly 1,500 women match with sororities during Bid Day 2018

By Lily Jackson | Managing Editor | August 20

Showers loomed right before Auburn's newest pledge class ripped open their bids on Friday. But, the sun shined bright and hot as they ran down the stairs of the Auburn Arena toward The Village. 

First dining, now housing will get a revamp

By Elizabeth Hurley | Community Editor | August 20

Now that the dining revamp is nearing completion Student Affairs is directing its attention to housing.

How do you make 4,500 sandwiches?

By Lily Jackson | Managing Editor | August 19

Tiger Dining prepared 4,500 sandwiches for freshman convocation. 

Fall's first Family Friday features Mayor Bill Ham, new Steak 'n Shake food truck

By Matheson Eller | Campus Writer | August 18

“Hamburgers with Mayor Ham" drew a sizable crowd ahead of the start of classes on Monday when the new food truck will be parked by Tichenor Hall.

Incoming freshmen find sense of belonging at OID's Tiger Retreat

By Stephen Lanzi | Campus Editor | August 17

“We noticed at Auburn University, there’s a lack of representation of students as it relates to first-gen minority students on campus, and you want to make them feel like they’re really a part of campus,” Clayton said. “I know Auburn is a very large University, and it’s sometimes hard to do that.”

Where in the world did Auburn students study this summer?

By Stephen Lanzi | Campus Editor | August 17

This past summer set a record for the number of Auburn students who took part in programs abroad in an academic year with 1,354 students studying in over 60 countries, according to Auburn Abroad. Deborah Weiss, director of Auburn Abroad, said this year was a success.

Campus comes back to life as students move in

By Paul Brock | Staff Writer | August 16

Students, faculty and parents all pitched in to help with the process as cars, furniture and boxes with various items could be seen strewn on the concourses throughout the day on Thursday, Aug. 16.

Pete Davidson is coming to campus for Welcome Week

By Lily Jackson | Managing Editor | August 16

Pete Davidson, comedian known for his work on Saturday Night Live, will be speaking on campus during Welcome Week. 

Country music stars Chris Lane, Jon Pardi will be featured during homecoming week

By Stephen Lanzi | Campus Editor | August 16

University Program Council is rebranding Auburn Airwaves as it is bringing Chris Lane and Jon Pardi to homecoming week this year.

Chief diversity officer: Embrace diversity, open your minds

By Taffye Benson Clayton | Vice President and Associate Provost/Chief Diversity Officer | August 15

“Welcome” first-year students and “welcome back” returning students to Auburn University.

New program to assist students with nutrition needs coming fall 2018

By Jessica Ballard | Standards Editor | August 15

The program hopes to enlist the help of nutrition students, referred to as dining nutrition ambassadors, to provide information about which on-campus dining options fit any student’s specific nutrition needs.

'Exciting time to be here': Associate VP of student living finishes first week on job

By Lily Jackson | Managing Editor | August 15

Organizational shifts in the University have moved housing and dining under Student Affairs. With that change, more delegation was necessary.

Auburn students will get Adobe Creative Cloud for free

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | August 13

Students can already start signing up at adobe.auburn.edu.

'I'm thrilled at Auburn': Leath reflects on first year

By Elizabeth Hurley | Community Editor | August 13

With over 29,000 students, it’s a daunting task to meet each one. Auburn University President Steven Leath was determined to meet as many as he could during his first year as president. “I’m pretty accessible,” Leath said.

University wellness director: Don't neglect your health

By Paul Brock | Campus Writer | August 12

When you come to college for the first time, you will probably have to accept more responsibility than ever before and for the first time, have complete charge over many aspects of your life.

SGA President: A note to the freshman class

By Dane Block | SGA President | August 12

My name is Dane Block and I have the incredible honor of serving as your 2018-2019 SGA president.