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Civil rights activist Bernard Lafayette speaks on his involvement in the movement

By Samantha Strunk | Campus Writer | February 25

Tampa, Florida, native Bernard Lafayette is a civil rights activist who found his voice – and his seat – as a student in Nashville when he began participating in the Nashville sit-in movement in 1960.

Black Student Union President takes organization’s motto to heart

By Stephen Lanzi | Campus Writer | February 25

Blanding, a Birmingham native, originally came to Auburn to study international business, seeking a career in corporate law. However, his experiences at Auburn and with BSU have led to a new goal of higher education administration.

Reactions and results from Alternative Student Breaks winter trips

By Stephen Lanzi | Campus Writer | February 25

Winter break for most involves warm evenings by fireplaces, dinners with family and opening presents around the Christmas tree. For some, a break is far from relaxing.

Following the footsteps of a fighter: Auburn student returns to where family member lost life in Iwo Jima

By Lily Jackson | Managing Editor | February 23

On the morning of Feb. 19, 1945, American troops invaded the island of Iwo Jima. Cameron Hunt, a student working toward his second bachelor's degree, had a family member on that island.

Students are invited to help clean up Parkerson Mill Creek on Sunday afternoon

By Hannah Lester | Campus Writer | February 23

Auburn students are invited to join the University’s Department of Risk Management and Safety and Alternative Student Breaks to help clean up the Parkerson Mill Creek on Sunday, Feb. 25.

National Society of Black Engineers will hold second annual Black Girls Rock awards

By Hannah White | Campus Writer | February 23

Returning for the second year, Black Girls Rock, put on by the National Society of Black Engineers, will provide a platform honoring the many black women who serve as professors, professionals, staff and students at Auburn.

Representatives from AU head to the Capitol for Higher Education Day

By Kailey Beth Smith | Community Reporter | February 23

The annual Higher Education Day took place in Montgomery on Feb. 22 and included students from the 14 public colleges and universities from around the state.

Keck explores Auburn's past as she shares about women in SGA

By Hannah Lester | Campus Writer | February 22

Jacqueline Keck is one of only three women in history to have held the position of SGA President at Auburn University.

Living amont brothers: Fraternity members highlight the pros of living in their chapter houses

By Melissa Mitchell | Campus Writer | February 22

For many fraternity brothers, though, living in a house at Auburn comes with many benefits for collegians involved in a Greek organization.

Dorms or apartments? What students say

By Hannah Lester | Campus Writer | February 22

Living on or off campus is a question many students must ponder as they decide whether to sign a lease on an apartment or sign up for campus housing. Students explore the benefits and downsides of each.

Rules residents have to follow in the campus dorms

By Stephen Lanzi | Campus Writer | February 22

There is one rule in Eagle Hall, according to Kaitlyn Conner, residents’ assistant for the building, which is don’t be stupid.

'We are here': Students tackle being black at a PWI

By Lily Jackson | Managing Editor | February 22

Jarette Maye, senior in psychology, wore his track uniform to class almost every day at the start of his freshman year.

Co-founder of Black Lives Matter pushes for organization and change

By Stephen Lanzi | Campus Writer | February 21

Opal Tometi, co-creator of Black Lives Matter and popular activist, encouraged Auburn students to organize with one another on campus to implement change that is much needed to solve issues of oppression in our society.

Library Panera Bread expected to open in March

By Melissa Mitchell | Campus Writer | February 21

One of Tiger Dining’s most recent endeavors has been the construction of Panera Bread, located where the Mell Classroom Building and the rest of the Ralph Brown Draughon Library meet on the second floor.

Annual Tiger Giving Day prepares to meet fundraising goals

By Staff Report | February 20

Auburn University’s fourth annual Tiger Giving Day will take place this Wednesday, Feb. 21 with the goal of uniting Auburn by supporting projects throughout campus and helping students and faculty have an impact on a variety of initiatives.

Black Lives Matter co-founder Opal Tometi to speak on campus Tuesday at BSU event

By Staff Report | February 20

Auburn University's Black Student Union will host "Creating a Conversation in Color" with Black Lives Matter Co-founder Opal Tometi.

Newly appointed SGA executive officers prepare for upcoming year

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | February 19

The group met over the weekend for a retreat to set goals and prepare for the year ahead.

Students participate in sinigng festival in the United Arab Emirates

By Staff Report | February 19

“East Meets West” was a International Music Festival from Jan. 23 to Feb. 3 2018 which allowed both American and Arab musicians to play together.

Six teams advance to Auburn Regional Alabama Launchpad finals

By Staff Report | February 19

During last week’s Auburn Regional Alabama Launchpad startup pitch competition, six of 11 companies impressed industry professional judges enough to advance to the April 4 regional finals at the Alfa Pavilion at Auburn University’s Ag Heritage Park

University offers training sessions because of recent school shooting

By Elizabeth Hurley | Campus Reporter | February 19

Auburn University Campus Safety & Security will offer two campus safety and active shooter response training sessions for students.