News

Staying safe in Auburn: At home, on campus and in town

By Alex Hosey | Staff Writer | May 19

Whether students are coming to Auburn University for the first time or returning for classes, there are general safety guidelines they can follow to ensure their college careers aren’t riddled with unfortunate accidents or arrest records.

The Market returns to Ag Heritage Park for the summer 2017 season

By Kailey Beth Smith | Community Writer | May 19

The Plains are ripe with fresh fruits and vegetables for the Auburn family. The Auburn University Market at Ag Heritage Park went into full swing in the afternoon of May 11th.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Advice to freshmen from outgoing President Gogue

By Letter to the Editor | May 19

"You’re probably getting a lot of advice these days."

Celebrations for 125 years of Auburn women begin this fall

By Lily Jackson | Managing Editor | May 19

The 125 years of women at Auburn University celebration will include a series of events, keynote speakers and a gala.

SACNAS promotes inclusion and scientific study

By Alex Hosey | Staff Writer | May 19

The Society for Advancing Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science (SACNAS) established the first chapter at Auburn University in January.

Glenn-Gay intersection to reopen next week amid utility work for The Standard

By Staff Report | May 18

City workers dug up sewer infrastructure in the intersection to replace a sanitary sewer line under the intersection.

Auburn Ph.D. to release book in June

By Jessica Jernigan | Staff Writer | May 18

The Auburn doctorate holder in English will release his new book, Of Bees and Boys, in June detailing his southern roots and unique experiences.

Olo Sushi to replace API Trading Co. over the summer

By Alex Hosey | Staff Writer | May 18

Olo Sushi will replace the on-campus Caribbean restaurant API Trading Co.

University agrees to pay $29K to dismiss Richard Spencer lawsuit

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | May 17

The university agreed to pay court costs in a joint agreement filed last week.

Council approves South College Street parking lot. New parking deck in the works

By Alex Hosey | Staff Writer | May 17

The Auburn City Council approved the development of a parking lot on South College Street.

Miller Writing Center set to host WriteFest Bootcamp

By Chris Heaney | Staff Writer | May 15

Twenty graduates working on the writing portion of their theses or dissertations will get the opportunity to work with writing consultants.

North College Street water main replacement begins

By Chris Heaney | Staff Writer | May 12

Workers broke ground this week on a project to replace a 70-year-old water main.

Auburn named a 'Best City for Summer Travel with Families'

By Staff Report | May 12

Auburn was ranked in the Top 500 Best Cities for Summer Travel with Families.

Auburn student witnesses Fort Lauderdale airport shooting

May 12

"I thought for sure that I was going to die," Santos said of the shooting.

Feminist book club forms for Auburn students and faculty

By Alex Hosey | Staff Writer | May 12

The idea for the book club came about over the course of her taking Women in Leadership, an Auburn class in community and civic engagement.

Senate leadership promises vote on autism therapy bill

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | May 12

The bill, sponsored in the Senate by Tom Whatley, should make it to the floor for a vote.

Model United Nations team places in top nine delegations

By Jessica Jernigan | Staff Writer | May 11

Auburn’s Model United Nations team was recognized with the Distinguished Delegation Award.

Armed robbery suspect detained after morning manhunt

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-Chief and Alex Hosey | Staff Writer | May 11

The Lee County Sheriff’s Office confirmed on Tuesday that the manhunt has ended.

Charles Barkley takes on white nationalist Richard Spencer in new TV series

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | May 9

Former Auburn and NBA basketball player Charles Barkley has a new gig hosting a TV show "American Race: White Privilege in America."

Navy ROTC members embark on a 4-day, 200-mile memorial march

By Staff Report | May 9

A group of Navy ROTC members is going on a four-day, 200-mile march from Auburn to Navarre, Florida.