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Top 20 Miss Auburn candidates announced

By Kris Martins | Campus Writer | November 16

The top 20 candidates for Miss Auburn 2016 were announced Monday, Nov. 16.

AUinvolve reaches 500 organizations and counting

By Rachel Sprouse l Campus Writer | November 16

The Office of Student Involvement announced that as of Oct. 28, they have reached 500 student organizations on campus.

Miss America to speak at Auburn on Nov. 16

By Rachel Sprouse l Campus Writer | November 16

Miss America 2016, Betty Cantrell, will speak to students about her platform " Healthy Children, Strong America" at Auburn University on Nov. 16. This event will feature Miss Alabama, Meg McGuffin, fourth runner-up to Miss America 2016, and Miss Auburn University Susanna Bagwell. McGuffin will open the event and speak about her platform, "Healthy is The New Skinny".

Jay Gogue addresses nationwide campus protests in email

By Staff Report | November 16

"We would be remiss if we did not take this opportunity to initiate a constructive dialogue about diversity and inclusion," Gogue wrote. "I believe we must constantly ask ourselves if we as a campus community are living the core values we espouse and whether our culture as a place for learning is one that is built on mutual respect and support."

Miss America to speak at Auburn

By Rachel Sprouse l Campus Writer | November 16

Two crowns are better than one. Miss America 2016, Betty Cantrell, will speak to students about her platform " Healthy Children, Strong America" at Auburn University on Nov.

Man’s best friend joins counseling services

By Kris Martins | Campus Writer | November 16

He’ll lie at someone’s feet if he senses anger or rest his head in someone’s lap and offer a paw if he sees tears, but he also knows to give people space when they need it. Moose, a 7-year-old yellow Labrador Retriever, works as a full-time therapy dog alongside his principal handler Katherine Werner, licensed staff psychologist, at the University’s Student Counseling Services. Moose served as a bomb detection dog with Auburn University Canine Performance Sciences until he retired in May, Werner said.

9/11 survivor donates piece of World Trade Center to University ​

By Andria Moore | Campus Reporter | November 16

Jimeno was one of only two survivors to be found amidst the wreckage of the collapsed World Trade Center.  He came to Auburn University this morning to donate a piece of steel from the World Trade Center to the Veterans Resource Center and to share his story. 

Walmart opens two new stores, will hire 95 people

By Christopher Jurkiewicz | Community Writer | November 15

Walmart plans to open two neighborhood market stores in Auburn by this January. 

Loachapoka animal hospital to open soon in 98-year-old house

By Anne Dawson | Community Reporter | November 13

Dr. Thad Moore thought the area could use a veterinary practice with a homier feel. To reach this goal, he decided there was no better way than to open up one of his own practices in the comfort of an actual home.

New student organization focuses on social issues and inclusive campus environment

By Kris Martins | Campus Writer | November 12

SPLC on Campus strives to educate the student body on social injustices and to work toward a more inclusive campus climate.

Committee confirms athletics department offered money to public administration

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

The committee confirmed the Wall Street Journal’s report that the athletics department offered money to keep the public administration major alive, but the offer was not accepted.

Markale Hart arraigned, pleads not guilty

By Maria McIlwain | Community Editor | November 12

Markale Hart, the man accused of shooting and killing former football player Jakell Mitchell, plead not guilty to murder in a written waiver of arraignment Thursday, Nov. 12.

Marching Band to pay tribute to 'Back to the Future' at Georgia game

By Claire Tully | Campus Writer | November 12

The Auburn University Marching Band will give a halftime performance that pays homage to the Back to the Future films in conjunction with Aubie and some other surprises on Saturday November 14, during the football game against the University of Georgia.

​Bike Share program to pedal onto campus late

By Andria Moore | Campus Reporter | November 11

War Eagle Bike Share will provide a new form of transportation for people on campus. Bike Share allows students and faculty to check out a bike from a campus hub to use for two hours free.

City of Auburn holds Veterans Day Ceremony

By Andria Moore | Campus Reporter | November 11

The Auburn community gathered this morning at the Auburn Veterans Memorial for a memorial service led by Mayor Bill Ham. "Auburn has an especially strong history of producing military volunteers and veterans," Ham said.

Auburn senior to interview for Rhodes Scholarship Nov. 20-21

By Corey Williams | Campus Editor | November 11

Chloe Chaudhury, senior in honors science and math, said she was surprised when she was told she was a finalist for the Rhodes Scholarship, the world's oldest fellowship program.

Girlfriend of officer-involved shooting victim speaks

By Maria McIlwain | Community Editor | November 11

Betty Ligon will never be able to forget the image of her boyfriend, Bennie Lee Tignor, being shot and killed by police. It happened in her front yard, after a low-speed chase through Opelika streets in the last minutes of Halloween.

Veterans Resource Center conducts veteran suicide awareness campaign

By Staff Report | November 10

The Auburn Veterans Association is conducting a campaign to bring awareness to the 22 veteran suicides that happen each day.