---

Alabama High School Student Takes First at Film Festival

By Ashlee Wood / WRITER | April 16

Creative abstract films, innovative experimental films and inspiringdocumentaries were featured in the theater auditorium at the AuburnUniversity Hotel and Dixon Conference Center Thursday night.The 13th Annual Jay Sanders Film Festival is an event in which thefinalists in the Movie Gallery Student Film Competition are publiclypresented and judged.

Summer Work Opportunities for Students

By Ashley Marks / WRITER | April 15

Career Development Services, located in Mary Martin Hall, helps make the search for a summer job less formidable.Phyllis Bickers, one of the many career counselors in Mary Martin, said the website is one of the most helpful tools to help students find seasonal jobs and internships in the Auburn area."It's our E-Harmony of getting students and employees together," Bickers said. "And all Auburn students can use it for free."

Tough Times With Toddlers

By Brian Desarro / ASSISTANT INTRIGUE EDITOR | April 15

Gregory Miller doesn't know why he has to stay with his grandmother in Mississippi.Traveling back and forth every few weeks to pick him up, Willette Miller, Gregory's mother and a graduate student in human development and family sciences, is faced with a tough choice: finishing her last semester of graduate school or taking care of her 11-month-old son.

Tough Times With Toddlers

By Brian Desarro / ASSISTANT INTRIGUE EDITOR | April 15

Gregory Miller doesn't know why he has to stay with his grandmother in Mississippi.Traveling back and forth every few weeks to pick him up, Willette Miller, Gregory's mother and a graduate student in human development and family sciences, is faced with a tough choice: finishing her last semester of graduate school or taking care of her 11-month-old son."One of the ways that I am able to graduate is to have his paternal grandmother keep him because I just recently got laid off from my second job," Miller said. "Luckily, though, I do have a support base that is able to help me. If I didn't have that, I would basically have to drop out of school."Miller, who only needs to finish her thesis, is not alone in her struggle to go to school, maintain a steady income and take care of a small child.

Soothing Sunburns With Homemade Aloe, Tomatoes

By Michelle Teslik / WRITER | April 15

As people put away scarves and change into spring clothes, skin hidden for months is exposed to the sun's harmful radiation and burned before the warm weather has a chance to settle in.As a cure, Lane Vines, senior in English, said her mother once made her take a bath in vinegar to take the sting out of a sunburn."You stink for days, though," Vines said.Noxema was a favorite of Vine's family for helping ease the pain of the burn."I drink lots of water and use a lot of lotion to help it peel less," said Madeline Goodman, senior in early childhood education.

Local Artists Bring Creativity With Color

By Jillian Clair / STAFF REPORTER | April 15

Several venues, in the Auburn area, strive to give members of the community opportunities to enhance their artistic flair.If one wishes to buy art, locally owned and operated venues such as Auburnart.com and The Villager are the places to go.Frank and Ingrid Brown, Auburn alumni, own both stores."Frank grew up in Auburn, and his mother actually owned The Villager," said Jessie King, marketing director.

Freshwater Fish Fight For Food Nearby

By David Norwood / ASSISTANT MULTIMEDIA EDITOR | April 15

The weather's sudden change toward warmer temperatures tells Clay Messer, Auburn University Bass Sports Club founding member, exactly what he wants to hear.The fish are biting."This is my favorite time of year because they're shallow," Messer said.The civil engineering graduate student said rising water temperatures bring fish from deeper water to spawn, making it easy for anyone to have a busy day at the lake.It's the start of the most popular fishing season and many Auburn students grab rods, reels and tackle boxes."If the magnolias are blooming, it's a good time for crappie," said Roy Ryan, senior in physical education.Auburn has a central location to several bodies of water, which gives the area's fishing enthusiasts a diversity of species and a convenience unique to the area."Auburn's a great area to be in," said Jan Swain, faculty advisor for the AU Bass Sports Club.

Date Night Dinner Etiquette

By Bethany Donaldson / WRITER | April 15

With pocketbooks tightening, cooking has become a popular date option for men to keep their ladies happy.Michael Wooten, junior in computer engineering, said he enjoys cooking for his girlfriend at home because it makes for a nutritious meal and saves money."We cook about twice a month," Wooten said.

Avoiding Undercover Pet Poisons

By Jennifer Beckett / WRITER | April 15

Washcloths? Bad.Grapes? Worse.Lilies? Deadly.These are a few of the items that pet owners should prevent pets from ingesting because of complications including allergic reactions, damage to organs and even seizures."Pets should not be eating people food at all," said Cindy Gibson, office manager at Countryside Veterinary Clinic in Auburn.

Girl's Guide: Women's health risks

By Sarah Phillips / STAFF REPORTER | April 15

Many women have a tendency to overlook minor health precautions, but small symptoms can lead to major problems and can prove to be fatal if ignored.Mary Kay Burdette, clinical manager for Lee Obstetrics & Gynecology, said many women have a problem with being in tune with their own bodies."The number one cause of death in women is heart disease," Burdette said.

Picnic In The Park

By Jillian Clair / STAFF REPORTER | April 12

Residents of the Pepperell Village community, international students, Auburn students and others gathered in Shady Park in Opelika Saturday to share a meal, play games and make friends.The second annual Picnic in the Park was coordinated by Bethany Cochran, junior in social science education."We originally thought it would be a meal that was directed toward people who maybe struggle with providing meals for their family or struggle in whatever area, and it kind of turned into this thing where anyone who wants to come and share a meal can," Cochran said. "Everybody wants to eat, everybody needs to eat and everybody wants to meet new people and make new friends."

Students Swiftly Seeking Hugs

By Callie Garrett / INTRIGUE EDITOR | April 8

Michael and Ryan created 'A Hug From Taylor Swift' campaign, successfully making Swift swoon.

Headaches can be Cured by Various Tactics

By Sarah Phillips / ASSISTANT INTRIGUE EDITOR | April 8

Whether it's from lack of sleep, too much stress or rainy weather, people are plagued with headaches.With the combination of poor diets and heavy procrastination, students' heads seem to be pounding more than ever, but the answers to ending them may be easier said than done.Dr. Frederick Kam, executive and medical director of the Auburn University Medical Clinic, said headaches are one of the most common ailments."There are those that are sinus related, (or caused by) allergies or cysts," Kam said.

Can Animals Be Gay?

By Bree Bowen / WRITER | April 8

For as long as scientists have been studying animals, any behavior observed that could be deemed "homosexual" has usually been overlooked and thought of as practice for when it comes time to actually mate.Until now.Recently, biologists have begun to look at same-sex animal relationships in a more serious manner."Here's the problem: we know that animals engage in same sex mounting, so we call it homosexual," said Linda Wolfe, physical anthropologist with a specialization in primates at East Carolina University.

Interview Courtesy Proves Success

By Sarah Phillips / ASSISTANT INTRIGUE EDITOR | April 8

With only five weeks left until graduation for seniors, interviews are more important than ever.But before someone can get his or her perfect job, they need to be aware of a few common myths dealing with interviews.First, regardless if a job offer is received, a thank-you note is always necessary.Janet Johnson, principal at Auburn Early Education Center, said group interviews often give an applicant time to stand out."When there is a group panel for an interview committee, then the person being interviewed should follow up with a note to each member of the committee," Johnson said.

Review: 2K Sports Goes Yard With MLB 2K10

By Philip Smith/ ASSISTANT PHOTO EDITOR | April 8

If you're like me and have been a baseball fan all of your life, you might recall spending blissful hours playing those old Sega-based baseball games from the '90s.Someone has finally produced a game to surpass the 16-bit glory of my beloved Genesis days.

Guy's Guide: Advice For Upcoming Graduates

By Jillian Clair / STAFF REPORTER | April 8

Before a college graduate faces the real world, he or she must first successfully make it through graduation and all that comes with it.Claire Jackson, senior in accounting, said there are several things she thinks may be overlooked by her graduating friends."Make sure to address invitations to friends and family at the very least three to four weeks prior to graduation," Jackson said.

Beer Drinkers Hop Up To Talk About Flavors

By Michelle Teslik / WRITER | April 8

Google "beer terminology" and the results will pull hundreds of beer dictionaries associated with beer flavors.Two well-known beer flavors are "light" and "dark."Ask a frequent beer drinker which one they prefer and they will likely answer right away.Ben Clayton, junior in psychology, prefers light beer."I like India pale ales," Clayton said.