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National Geographic Photographer visits Auburn, talks conservation, personal motivation

By Kailey Beth Smith | Community Reporter | March 6

Surrounded by a loving family, a pup named Brownie, a tropical fish and a few ducks, National Geographic photographer Joel Sartore cultivated his love for wildlife from a young age.  Sartore visited Auburn University on Friday, March 2 to share his photos and experiences of the Photo Ark with the Auburn family.  He pioneered the Photo Ark, a collection of thousands of animal species, preserved forever in a frame.  The project began in 1995, and to date there more than 7,800 animals documented in front of black and white backgrounds.  The Photo Ark’s goal is to connect humanity to nature, and to make people care about the animals that are so often neglected.

Final lecturer to focus on public service in higher education

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | March 4

Students recently selected Mark Wilson as their choice to deliver this year’s Final Lecture.

Auburn legend Charles Barkley to host Saturday Night Live tonight

By Staff Report | March 3

The popular weekend comedy sketch show will return Saturday night from a hiatus.

University responds to criticism of Honors College event that featured WSU president

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | March 3

The Universtiy released a lengthy statement reasserting its commitment to the first amendment while addressing an event hosted by the Honors College this week.

Discussions surrounding eating disorders arise during week of awareness

By Jessica Ballard | Standards Editor | March 2

This week, Feb.26–March 4, is National Eating Disorders Awareness Week — a week in which NEDA encourages people to "raise awareness, bust myths, get people screened and start journeys to healing."

Honors College faces backlash after inviting White Student Union president to speak

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | March 2

Auburn's Honors College is facing a backlash from students and university faculty members after college officials invited the president of the Auburn White Student Union to speak at a film screening this week.

Auburn Senior Brandon Etheredge wins Hearst Journalism first place award

By Ingrid Schnader | Photo Editor | March 2

Brandon Etheredge, first place winner of the Hearst Journalism television award, looks ahead to his graduation, wedding, and job search.

Auburn theater department dedicates this year's performances to 125 years of women at Auburn

By Jessica Ballard | Standards Editor | March 1

In honor of 125 years of women at Auburn University, the Auburn theater department has dedicated their shows this year to commemorating women within theater – writers, directors, choreographers and women in acting roles alike.

USA Today nominates Toomer's Corner for Best Sports Tradition

By Melissa Mitchell | Campus Writer | March 1

One of the most beloved traditions on The Plains has been nominated for the title of USA Today's Best Sports Tradition.

Auburn White Student Union listed as hate group on SPLC's Hate Map

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | February 28

The Auburn WSU is the only white student union group listed on the hate map this year affiliated directly with a university or using a university's name.

Active Shooter Response Training instills decision making in its participants

By Elizabeth Hurley | Campus Reporter | February 27

Decisions were the topic of the night at the active shooter response training Auburn University Campus Safety and Security hosted Tuesday and Thursday night. 

'Just do it': Malcolm X's daughter implores students to work together to make change

By Lily Jackson | Managing Editor | February 26

Ilyasha Shabazz, daughter of Malcolm X and motivational speaker, came to Auburn to make one thing known — black history is American history. 

Daughter of Malcolm X to speak on campus tonight

By Staff Report | February 26

Beginning at 6 p.m. in the Student Center Ballroom, the third daughter of Malcolm X and Betty Shabazz will be speaking on her life and work as an activist, motivational speaker and author. 

Campus Food Pantry aims to help students and fight the stigma around food insecurity

By Hannah White | Campus Writer | February 25

The Campus Food Pantry began in 2013 and is run by the Auburn Cares office. The main goal of the organization is to assist students who face food insecurity.

Auburn Alumni Association welcomes more members with new Commemorative Medallion Program

By Megan Feringa | Campus Writer | February 25

With a current membership of nearly 42,500 contributing members, The Auburn Alumni Association represents a number of the Auburn Family both past present and future. 

Donors contribute nearly $500,000 to help fund University projects

By Melissa Mitchell | Campus Writer | February 25

Through Tiger Giving Day on last Wednesday, donors contributed approximately $470,000 divided among 31 projects.

Auburn professor Ric Smith shares Olympic media experience

By Megan Feringa | Campus Writer | February 25

Smith, a current instructor and internship director for the School of Communications and Journalism, worked as the sports information manager between athletes and rights-holding broadcasters for numerous Olympics.

Retired Marine urges others to live sustainably and think outside the box

By Megan Feringa | Campus Writer | February 25

Mykleby awaited an eager crowd of students and faculty on Wednesday afternoon as they prepared for his strategy towards a better, more sustainable future for the United States and how he believes Auburn can play a part in the role.