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'It's not an accurate depiction': More to the Princeton Review rankings than student happiness

By Stephen Lanzi | Campus Editor | August 19

Auburn was ranked the No. 1 college or university in student happiness, but that’s not the entire story. The Princeton Review’s annual rankings also had Auburn at No. 5 in LGBT-unfriendly and No. 9 in little class/race interaction, indicating to student leaders that a cultural shift is needed on campus.

Sororities welcome nearly 1,500 women on Bid Day 2019

By Tim Nail | Campus Reporter | August 17

The doors flew open in the next minute as the newly-welcomed sisters burst out and around the corner to the Village dorms, eager to revel in the celebration with attending parents.

Changes to parking services for upcoming year

By Natalie Beckerink | Campus Writer | July 30

The changes to parking services this year include an addition of 1,000 new spots, an increase in fees for parking in a restricted area and a change in registration procedure. Also, parking services will now make announcements via social media instead of mass emails.

Greystone Mansion holds second-annual Wing Fest

By Cory Blackmon | Community Reporter | July 30

From a wing toss to a wing-eating contest, the theme of the day was chicken wings as The Greystone Mansion held the second annual Auburn Wing Fest.

Auburn residents pass referendum in Special Five Mill Bond Tax Election

By Cory Blackmon | Community Reporter | July 23

Auburn residents voted to use $46 million to fund projects, including J.F. Drake Middle School and Cary Woods Elementary School developments, in the Special Five Mill Bond Tax Election.

Defense waives preliminary hearing in case related to death of Rod, Paula Bramblett

By Natalie Beckerink | Campus Writer | July 19

Johnston Taylor's attorney waived the right to a preliminary hearing in the case relating to the death of Rod and Paula Bramblett. The case is scheduled to go before a grand jury at a later date.

Malzahn excited about experience returning on offense, wants to play fast

By Olivia Huskey | Sports Writer | July 18

"We're getting back to really playing fast." Outside of quarterback, Auburn is returning a slew of experience on the offensive side of the ball, and head coach Gus Malzahn is excited to once again have play-calling duties.

SGA wins award at annual SEC Exchange for inaugural event with ISO

By Stephen Lanzi | Summer Editor | July 18

At the annual SEC Exchange, Auburn's SGA won the event of the year award for the inaugural Fall Feast held with the International Student Organization during Thanksgiving break.

Opelika psychiatrist arrested on allegations of distribution of controlled substance

By Stephen Lanzi | Summer Editor | July 11

The DEA arrested an Opelika psychiatrist on Thursday on allegations of unlawful distribution of controlled substances. He will have an initial appearance in court this afternoon.

UPDATE: Authorities identify additional suspect in viral video of kidnapping

By Stephen Lanzi | Summer Editor | July 10

UPDATE: Demarcus Dawson was identified as a suspect that assisted in the kidnapping and assaults seen in a viral video, police said. Anyone with knowledge on his whereabouts are asked to contact the Opelika Police Department.

Doctoral student adds to Auburn's list of Fulbright scholars

By Stephen Lanzi | Summer Editor | July 9

A doctoral student in Auburn's College of Veterinary Medicine was awarded a Fulbright scholarship, bringing Auburn's total to six this year and 31 over the past 10 academic years.

Emerge changes structure, curriculum for upcoming year

By Natalie Beckerink | Campus Writer | July 9

Emerge, Auburn's leadership development program, is going through a curriculum change. There are now three phases to the Emerge curriculum, which is new for the 2019–2020 school year — Explore/Explore Spring, Spark and Transform.

Former Auburn University President Jay Gogue speaks during reception celebrating his legacy on Tuesday, May 23, 2017 in Auburn, Ala.

'Hit the ground listening': Gogue prepares for his time as interim president

By Stephen Lanzi | Summer Editor | July 9

From increases in research to significant enrollment growth, the Auburn Family has undoubtedly gone through changes since Gogue’s first stint as president. However, he’s stuck around to see much of the change. In his couple years of retirement, he has served on the City of Auburn’s Industrial Review Board as well as taught a course at Auburn on leadership.