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Auburn alumna readies for cross-country bike trip

By Alex Wilkerson | Community Writer | February 17

For many students at Auburn, biking across the state seems nearly impossible, much less biking across the country. But for Hillary Rizk, an Auburn graduate who works with the Wesley Foundation, she knew she could do one better.

Alabama and Auburn students face off in ‘Iron Bowl of fashion’

By Andria Moore | Campus Reporter | February 17

Auburn and Alabama may have a new rival tradition: the Iron Bowl of fashion. The Huntsville Museum of Art Guild wanted to create a unique way to combine fashion and art. Its solution: Fashion Fusion Face-off. “We have a great fashion exhibit coming to the museum next month,” said Cheryl Matthews, chair of Fashion Fusion Face-off.

Southern Union could merge with Central Alabama and Chattahoochee Valley Community Colleges

By Chip Brownlee | Community Reporter | February 17

The Southern Union State Community College system may soon be gaining two sister campuses — and possibly a name change. Pending approval in July, Southern Union will be merging with Central Alabama Community College in Alexander City and Chattahoochee Valley Community College in Phenix City.

Drag me around Auburn

By Lily Jackson | Community Writer | February 17

Auburn's nightlife isn't always confined to downtown. I followed Marcus Gulatte, referred to as Aalora DiArmani on stage, as he performed in a classic bar scene on Friday, Feb. 12, and then switched gears to perform for Auburn Spectrum's "What A Drag" charity event, Saturday, Feb. 13.

Incident reports for Feb. 9-15

By Staff Report | February 16

The following incidents were reported to the Auburn Police Division from Feb. 9-15.

NASA astronaut and Alabama native to speak on importance of inclusion

By Andria Moore | Campus Reporter | February 16

Jemison will deliver an Extraordinary Women Lecture as part of the Extraordinary Women Lecture Series on Wednesday, Feb. 17 at 4 p.m. in the Auburn University Hotel and Conference Center.

UPDATE: Tornado warning and watch canceled

By Staff Report | February 15

The weather service said tornadoes, damaging winds gusts up to 70 mph and hail up to 1.5 inches in diameter are possible.

Grammy Award winner performing in Opelika on Feb. 17.

By Liz Maddux | Community Writer | February 15

The East Alabama Arts Association is hosting a rare event that combines the musical talents of three women.

Female university presidents to speak about their journeys to the top

By Staff Report | February 15

The members of the presidential panel are Gwendolyn E. Boyd, president of Alabama State University; Sharon Gabor, president of University of Toledo; Mary Ellen Mazey, president of Bowling Green State University; and Molly Easo Smith, former president and provost of Saint Martin's University.

Man’s best friend joins counseling services

By Kris Martins | Campus Writer | February 15

Moose the Labrador Retriever, former detection dog, joined Student Counseling Services this semester, performing animal-assisted therapy and activities on campus.

Auburn Knights play at annual Valentines Day concert

By Alex Wilkerson | Community Writer | February 13

On Friday, Feb. 12, the Auburn Knights Orchestra held their annual Valentine's Day concert at the Bottling Plant Event Center in downtown Opelika.

Boykin center hosts program to celebrate black heritage

By Lily Jackson | Community Writer | February 12

In honor of February being Black History month, the Boykin Community Center hosted a program on Feb. 12 to celebrate black heritage.

SGA discusses proposal to limit coursework before finals

By Jim Little | Editor-in-Chief | February 12

Over the course of the last year, Byrd’s administration has sought to work with the University to bring a halt to “high-stakes” assignments such as projects, test and quizzes from being due during the last week of regular classes.

Community comes to student’s aid after she loses home, pets in fire

By Maria McIlwain | Community Editor | February 12

Katie Hogan’s pets died in a fire that destroyed her home on Monday, Feb. 1. She was at school, sitting in the critical care rounds room working on a computer when she heard the news of the “devastating” fire.

Planning Commission approves codifications of the Downtown Master Plan

By Chip Brownlee | Community Reporter | February 11

The Auburn Planning Commission gave their final approval to several codified elements of the Downtown Master Plan on Thursday night, Feb. 11. Amendments to the comprehensive plan for the city of Auburn, CompPlan 2030, were approved and followed a series of work sessions held by the planning commission to discuss the implementation of the Downtown Master Plan.