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The Auburn Plainsman

Update on professor’s research

Current information and clarification is available on an article that was originally brought up on the College of Business website and then published on the Auburn University home page. Joe McAdory, communications editor of the College of Business, published an article for the College of Business website on September 15. The article, “MRI scans reveal if nutritional labeling impacts consumer choices,” deals with the research of Brian Bourdeau, associate professor of marketing. The article was then published on the Auburn University home page on October 2 with the guidance of Charles Martin, communications editor of the Office of Communications and Marketing, according to Mike Clardy, interim assistant vice president and director of university communications.

The Auburn Plainsman

Research shows a plan to combat climate change

Three numbers — two, 565 and 2,975. Two degrees is the threshold for dangerous climate change. Five hundred sixty- five gigatons is the amount of carbon dioxide that can be safely released in the atmosphere to stay under two degrees. Two thousand nine hundred seventy-five gigatons is the amount of carbon dioxide that would be released if the U.S. burned all the fossil fuel reserves discovered, according to “Keep it in the ground,” a campaign by The Guardian.

The Auburn Plainsman

Printer speaks on bookmaking and demonstrates use of press

Josef Beery, accomplished printer, book designer and teacher, spoke to students and faculty about the art of letterpress printing at the Ralph Brown Draughon Library Tuesday evening, Nov. 3. The lecture, hosted by the English department, detailed the history of the printing press and evolution of how books have been made over time.

The Auburn Plainsman

Advice from professionals on developing career path

For many college students, the idea of entering the workforce might seem intimidating. According to Mike Stover, employer development specialist in the Office of Professional and Career Development, Auburn’s College of Business has career coaches who help students develop their resume, interview skills and understanding of industries and job opportunities.

The Auburn Plainsman

Magellan Jets gives personalized college tours

Visiting colleges can be one of the most stressful parts about the college search process, but if you are willing to fork out thousands of dollars, Magellan Jets is an option to make this process smooth. Magellan Jets is a private jet charter company and offers year-round college tours. The college tours usually involve 10-Hour Jet Cards starting at $43,500, but the price can increase if the customer wishes to add additional time.