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'Dream come true,' Auburn alumna crowned Miss Alabama 2015

By Maria McIlwain | News Editor | June 11

It has been a whirlwind for Meg McGuffin, recent graduate in media studies, after being crowned Miss Alabama on Saturday, June 6.

Magnolia Avenue Oak to be replaced in early July

By Staff Report | June 11

The Magnolia Oak will be replaced with a live oak of the same size in early July, according to a press release issued by Auburn University.  Thoms Trees and Plants will replace the oak and according to Tim Thoms, contractor in charge of relocating the oaks, told the University if an oak died from transplanting it would be replaced from the company's pre-dug stock. "Utilizing a nursery raised and pre-dug tree provides more certainty that the tree will survive," said Gary Keever, professor of horticulture and Facilities Management landscape consultant.

Lights, camera, action: Auburn students bring talent from the Plains to the big screen

By Emily Esleck | Editor-in-Chief | June 11

For most Auburn students, the closest they’ve come to fame is getting their name on the list at Skybar or jumping on stage to sing karaoke Tuesday night.

Ins and outs of Auburn apartment living

By Dakota Sumpter | Photo Editor | June 11

As the student enrollment continues to climb and housing on-campus become more limited, many students are opting to live in off-campus apartments.

Incident reports from June 2-8

By Staff Report | June 10

The following incidents were reported to the Auburn Police Division from June 2-8: June 2: Giving false identification to a law enforcement officer was reported at the 1600 block of Academy Drive. Harassment was reported at the 200 block of West Longleaf Drive.

Board of Trustees votes to eliminate department of polymer and fiber engineering

By Maria McIlwain | News Editor | June 9

The Auburn Board of Trustees voted to close the department of polymer and fiber engineering and eliminate the bachelor's degree in that field at its meeting Friday, June 5. 

UPDATE: 5-year-old victim dies of head injury

By Staff Report | June 8

The Auburn Police Division arrested George W. Barton and charged him with first-degree domestic violence and aggravated child abuse Sunday, June 7, according to a news release by the APD. APD responded to a call to assist paramedics at a residence on the 1900 block of Rosie Street at noon Sunday.

Selection processes for student organizations

By Maria McIlwain | News Editor | June 8

From orange sport coats to walking backward on the concourse, leading a group of teenagers and their families, Tigerettes and Tiger Hosts (TTH), Student Recruiters and War Eagle Girls and Plainsmen (WEGP) are a person’s first interaction with an Auburn student.

Campaign strives to raise awareness about the dangers of leaving children and pets in cars

By Maria McIlwain | News Editor | June 7

It was an average day for Hollie Lee, lab technician in the College of Veterinary medicine, when she saw it.  Lee said she was in the parking lot of a local business when she saw a dog in the backseat of a car in heat distress.

Auburn student and his family receive home through Homes for Our Troops

By Maria McIlwain | News Editor | June 6

Sgt. Josh Wetzel, senior in marketing, his wife Paige Wetzel and his daughter Harper Wetzel ceremonially broke ground on their new home in front of a crowd on a hot June 6 morning in front of a cheering, flag-waving crowd. Josh and his family are building a house with the help of Homes for Our Troops, an organization that builds specially adapted homes for wounded veterans injured after 9/11. Josh lost both his legs May 31, 2012, when he stepped on an improvised explosive device (IED) in Afghanistan.

Early childhood education holds enrichment program ‘Summertime in Alabama’

By Emily Esleck | Editor-in-Chief | June 6

For more than 25 years, the summer enrichment program has taught early childhood education students valuable teaching skills and served as an outlet for children from preschool to age 8, according to Sean Durham, program director and coordinator for early childhood education in the College of Education. Starting June 8, as many as 45 children will come to a classroom in Haley Center that has been transformed by a cohort of 20 Auburn students. Durham said the students have waxed the floors, removed the tables and chairs to set up art and reading areas, which lasts two semesters. The summer program began as a way for students to complete their practicum in the summer since public schools are not open. This year’s theme, “Summertime in Alabama,” gives students the opportunity to teach children about different activities in Auburn such as going to Chewacla and other parks, according to Hannah Deaver, junior in early childhood education with a Spanish minor. Deaver will be teaching the 5-7 age group and said she will let her children decide a project they want to work on centered on their interests. “I was interested in early childhood education from a really young age, I have really always wanted to be a teacher,” Deaver said.

Shopping, movies and local activities in Auburn, Opelika

By Emily Esleck | Editor-in-Chief | June 6

Students travel from all across the United States to attend Auburn University. However, many might not know how to spend their time here.

Meet the 2015 Camp War Eagle counselors

By Rebecca Oliver l Contributing Writer | June 5

Camp War Eagle sessions began May 28, bringing thousands of incoming freshmen to the Plains for their first experience as students.  Leading these freshmen and their parents through 10 sessions, ending July 17, will be a group of camp counselors who have undergone months of training to prepare.

Lab technician indicted on 6 counts

By Staff Report | June 4

Stephen Howard, the University lab technician who was arrested and charged with distributing GHB, was indicted by a grand jury, according to the Opelika-Auburn News. Howard was indicted on three counts of possessing with an intent to distribute 1,4-butainediol, which converts to GHB.

​Auburn students compete for Miss Alabama title

By Ben Wallace | News Reporter | June 4

Starting Wednesday, June 3, nine Auburn students began competing in the 2015 Miss Alabama Pageant at Samford University. According to the Miss Alabama website, Miss Alabama Pageant Inc. is a nonprofit organization that awards college scholarships to distinguished women of the state.

College of Agriculture signs academic exchange pact with Cuba

By Staff Report | June 4

The College of Agriculture partnered with the Agrarian University of Havana and the Cuban National Center for Animal and Plant Health Thursday, June 4, allowing faculty and student exchange programs to collaborate on research efforts, according to a press release. 

Auburn puts the brakes on plans to renovate Jordan-Hare Stadium

By Maria McIlwain | News Editor | June 4

Renovations to the stadium, initially estimated to cost $145 million, are being pushed back until 2016, according to Dan King, associate vice president of Facilities Management. 

Student’s siblings on board Amtrak trains surrounding crash

By Emily Esleck | Editor-in-Chief | June 4

Amtrak train 188 derailed Tuesday night, May 12, at 9:21 p.m.