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Faculty investigates non-native lizards

By Kris Martins | Campus Reporter | December 8

An invasive lizard species known as the Argentine black and white tegu, or Tupinambis merianae, may be coming to Alabama, and University researchers want to know if the creatures are capable of thriving in the state's climate.

Tigers to play Wisconsin in Outback Bowl

By David McKinney | Assistant Sports Editor | December 7

"We're very excited about the opportunity to play at the Outback Bowl in Tampa against a very good Wisconsin team," Auburn head coach Gus Malzahn said. "Our players and coaches are looking forward to this opportunity. It should be a great week for our team and our fans."

Shore, Tigers scour Europe for top international prospects

By Patrick Lucas | Sports Writer | December 7

"The American kids understand 'team' more because they play more team sports growing up as a whole," Shore said. "But on the other side, the international kids grow up faster because their parents don't go to every tournament with them. They don't tell them how great they are. They don't do everything for them."

Defensive tackle Angelo Blackson looks back on Auburn memories

By Derek Thompson | Sports Reporter | December 6

Defensive tackle Angelo Blackson will walk across the stage to graduate with his peers Dec. 13. "The Plainsman's" Derek Thompson sat down with Blackson to talk about Auburn, football and his plans for the future.

Students protest on Haley Concourse in response to Grand Jury decisions in Ferguson and New York City

By Derek Herscovici | Campus Reporter and Maria Mcllwain | Copy Editor | December 5

A crowd gathered on the steps of the Auburn University Student Center Friday, Dec. 5, to protest the deaths and grand jury decisions of Michael Brown and Eric Garner by uniformed police officers.

Student airlifted to hospital after being hit by car

December 5

A car struck a 32-year-old female Auburn student at the intersection of North College Street and Tichenor Avenue just before 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 5.

A day in the life of a student firefighter

By Kyle Nazario | Intrigue Editor | December 5

While other stations might limit how much students can do, Auburn student firefighters perform the same duties as their non-student counterparts.

Friend of Philip Lutzenkirchen speaks to local high schools about his accident

By Corey Williams | Campus Editor | December 4

Philip Lutzenkirchen, former Auburn football player, died in a one-vehicle accident that also killed Joseph Ian Davis, the driver, outside LaGrange, Georgia, on June 30. Tanner Case, sophomore in building science, is one of two survivors of the fatal accident. Five months later, Case is using his experience to help others.

Age is only a number for 61-year-old Ph.D. student

By Kate Seckinger | Intrigue Reporter | December 3

After three years of hard work, Diane Barnard sees a light at the end of the tunnel. Barnard, a Ph.D student in clothing and textiles, became a doctoral student when she was 58.

Former Councilman Arthur Dowdell confronts the Auburn City Council

December 2

Former Councilman Arthur Dowdell addressed the Auburn City Council claiming Councilman Clemon Byrd is not a legal resident of Ward 1 at the City Council meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 2. Byrd defeated Dowdell for the Ward 1 seat in the Aug. 26 city elections.

Women's basketball races past Marquette 79-53 to remain unbeaten at home

December 2

Women's basketball cruised their way to a 79-53 victory over the Marquette Golden Eagles Tuesday night in Auburn Arena. The Tigers improve to 4-2 on the year and remain undefeated at home six games into the season.

Professor's research shows how squirrels communicate

By Brian Stultz | Campus Writer | December 2

The next time you are walking across campus and spot a squirrel, sit down and start listening to them. Robert Lishak, associate professor in biological sciences, is researching how squirrels communicate with each other.

Citizens of Ward 5 concerned with parking around Auburn High School

December 1

Councilwoman Lynda Tremaine held a public meeting for her constituents at St. Dunstan's Episcopal Church on Magnolia Avenue Monday, Dec. 1, and the primary issue brought up was the parking situation at the High School.

UPDATED: Johnson out as defensive coordinator

By David McKinney | Assistant Sports Editor | November 30

According to the website Football Scoop and Phillip Marshall of 247 Sports, Auburn defensive coordinator Ellis Johnson has been fired.

Tigers drop in polls following Iron Bowl Loss

By David McKinney | Assistant Sports Editor | November 30

Auburn has dropped to 20th is this week's AP poll. Additionally, the Tigers fell to No. 21 in the Amway Coaches poll.

Red zone struggles limited scoring

By Kyle Van Fechtmann | Assistant Sports Editor | November 30

Although Auburn's offense put up 630 total yards and 44 points on the No. 1 team in the country, players and coaches believe that too many field goals in the red zone limited their chances of beating the Tide in Bryant-Denny Stadium.

UPDATED: Alabama's offense outplays Auburn's defense in 55-44 loss

By Kyle Van Fechtmann | Assistant Sports Editor | November 29

After Auburn led by a score of 26-21 and 383-178 in total yards at halftime, Alabama's offense responded in the second half by reaching 541 total yards on their way to a 55-44 victory, which is the highest score in Iron Bowl history.

Tigers lead Iron Bowl behind explosive first half effort

By Kyle Van Fechtmann | Assistant Sports Editor | November 29

After a turnover on the first possession of the game, Auburn's offense responded in a big way by outgaining Alabama 383-178 in yards on its way to a 26-21-halftime lead. After winning the coin toss and electing to receive, Roc Thomas fumbled a swing pass on the first offensive play of the game. This is the third time this season Auburn has opened the game with a turnover on their first possession.