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Camp War Eagle tours will continue despite construction

By Ameera Steward | Campus Writer | May 14

Summer is a time for construction at the University. According to Martha Koontz, communications and marketing specialist with Facilities Administration, there are two main projects this summer: the Samford Park redevelopment and the re-roofing of Samford Hall.

Portion of Donahue Drive to be widened this summer

By Rachael Taylor | News Editor | May 11

The construction at the Toomer’s Corner intersection may not be the only road construction taking place in Auburn this summer. Plans are in the works for Donahue Drive to be widened from Cary Drive to Bedell Avenue. According to Brian Wood, project manager and civil engineer with the City of Auburn, the goal of the project is to widen Donahue to three lanes and to add turn lanes to Spencer Avenue and Cary Drive. There will be sidewalks added as well. The widening was designed to address traffic and congestion issues in the area. The project will be bid this summer.

Department of Public Safety to hold Citizens’ Public Safety Academy

By Kendyl Hollingsworth | Community Writer | May 11

Auburn’s Department of Public Safety will offer participants in this year’s Citizens’ Public Safety Academy the rare opportunity to gain an inside look at how each division keeps Auburn safe.

Watch the spring graduation ceremony live

By Staff Report | May 10

Auburn University is broadcasting the graduation ceremonies live on UStream.

College of Sciences and Mathematics ‘flips the classroom’

By Ameera Steward | Campus Writer | May 10

Auburn University’s College of Sciences and Mathematics is shaking things up and flipping some of their classrooms, according to Nicholas Giordano, dean of the College of Science and Mathematics.

Accident at the corner of East Glenn Avenue and North College Street

By Staff Report | May 10

According to Battalion Chief Dow Sport with the Auburn Fire Division, four people were treated for injuries. People were also taken to East Alabama Medical Center.

Chief information officer of the NFL speaks at spring 2015 graduation ceremony

By Maria Mcllwain | Copy Editor | May 9

Graduates of the College of Sciences and Mathematics and the College of Education were awarded their degrees in the first of four graduation ceremonies May 9-10. According to the Auburn University website, 3,840 degrees will be awarded over the next two days. Friends and families of the graduates packed the Auburn Arena at 10 a.m.

New login page for Canvas

By Staff Report | May 8

There will be a new login page for Canvas starting Monday, May 11, according to a press release from OIT.

Tiger Transit driver wins $20,000

By Corey Williams | Campus Editor | May 6

Tim McCann, senior vice president of First Transit, presented Willie Smith, Tiger Transit driver, with First Transit’s Focus on Safety award Wednesday, May 6. First Transit, Tiger Transit provider, conducted the corporation-wide safety campaign. Smith was given the choice between a 2015 Ford Focus and $20,000. Smith said he will choose the money. “I had no idea at all this was going to happen,” Smith said.

Former Auburn police chief dies

By Staff Report | May 5

DeGraffenried served in the Auburn Police Division for 33 years, retiring in 2010 after becoming chief in 2003, according to an APD press release.

Auburn University holds memorial service

By Ameera Steward | Campus Writer | May 4

Auburn University held a memorial service for students who passed away this year. The students honored at the memorial service were Maura Bruck, Justin Bryant, Leslie Burnett, Ryan Frazier, Hope Johnson, Adam Miller, Jakell Mitchell, Thomas Osborne, Sarah Roberts and Meghan Wilson. According to Katherine Hettinger, coordinator of case management and student advocacy, the school gives a memorial service once per year to honor all students who have passed away.

Sammie Coates goes to the Steelers

By Patrick Lucas | Sports Writer | May 3

The second day of the 2015 NFL Draft is over, and Auburn’s Sammie Coates leads the former Tiger hopefuls off getting selected by the Pittsburg Steelers in the third round (pick 23, 87th overall). Coates, who led the Tigers in receiving with 741 yards in 2014, and averaged 21.8 yards per reception, ran a 4.43 40-yd dash at the NFL combine.

Cyclist pedal for emergency relief at Bo Bikes Bama event

By Rachael Taylor | News Editor | May 2

Bo Bikes Bama, now in its fourth year is a fundraiser for the Governor’s Emergency Relief Fund.

10th-Annual Mayors Ball benefits Boys & Girls Clubs

By Kendyl Hollingsworth | Community Writer | May 1

Attendees of the 10th-Annual Mayors Jeans & Jackets Ball on Thursday, April 30, enjoyed an elegant evening of music and fine dining to benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Lee County. The evening at the event center in downtown Opelika kicked off with a cocktail hour, during which the Atlanta-based jazz band 1st Generation performed, and guests could mingle and bid on various items in a silent auction.

Cater Hall renovations approved as it nears its 100th birthday

By Corey Williams | Campus Editor | May 1

As Katharine Cooper Cater Hall nears its 100th anniversary, plans for its renovations are underway. The Auburn University Board of Trustees approved renovations for Cater Hall at its April 17 meeting.

Auburn helps graduates in job search

By Rebecca Oliver | Campus Writer | April 30

After the spring graduates of Auburn University cross the stage with their diplomas in hand, many will begin their job search.

‘It’s On Us’ sexual assault prevention resolution passed

By Ben Ruffin | Campus Writer | April 30

The “It’s On Us” Sexual Assault Prevention resolution was passed at the SGA’s Monday, April 20, meeting. The resolution will join Auburn’s name with 200 other universities across the United States, six of which are in the SEC, in an effort to educate about and stop sexual assault. Trey Fields, senator for the College of Liberal Arts, promoted the bill and discussed the goals of the campaign as well as the bill. “This bill aims to instill a shared responsibility to prevent sexual assault and to provide resources for individuals to recognize and pre-empt the pattern of sexual violence,” Fields said. The White House and The Center for American Progress launched the campaign in September of 2014. According to The White House Blog, “studies estimate that one in five women is sexually assaulted while in college.

NFL executive chosen as keynote speaker

By Kailey Miller | Community Reporter | April 30

As the class of 2015 reaches the end of their educational journey, words of wisdom from someone who has taken the steps they are about to take are priceless.

His Place leads men to recovery from addiction through faith

By Becky Hardy | Editor-in-Chief | April 30

Located on a busy street, where temptation disguised as a liquor store resides a couple blocks away, sits His Place, a free home and faith-based rehabilitation center that has been treating drug addicts and alcoholics for 34 years.

Best-selling author discusses writing approach

By Kendyl Hollingsworth | Community Writer | April 30

Best-selling author Lydia Netzer shared her approach to writing and discussed her book, “Shine Shine Shine,” at the Auburn Public Library on Thursday, April 23, as the conclusion to the second annual One Book, One Village community reading program. Netzer was raised by her grandmother, who encouraged her to read mostly classic literature as a child.