---

Auburn graduate selected for prestigious Knauss Fellowship

By Staff Report | March 21

Sarah Lessard of Franklinton, Auburn University natural resources master’s graduate, has been selected to spend this year working with the House Committee on Natural Resources in Washington, D.C., as a Sea Grant John A. Knauss Marine Policy Fellow.

Author gives optimistic outlook on Serengeti and other ecosystems

By Hannah White | Campus Writer | March 21

Auburn University’s College of Science and Mathematics Leadership Council held their Distinguished Lecture Tuesday afternoon, inviting presenter Sean Carroll, author of “The Serengeti Rules: The Quest to Discover How Life Works and Why It Matters.”

Over 700 pre-vet students from across country gather in Auburn this weekend

By Staff Report | March 21

Over 700 pre-veterinary students will travel from across the U.S. to attend the 2018 American Pre-Veterinary Medical Association, or APVMA, Symposium at Auburn University.

AGHill Communications gives ag students opportunity for real-world experience

By Staff Report | March 21

Gaining real-world experience, Auburn University’s agricultural communications students can practice their communication skills on clients within AgHill Communications, a student-operated communications firm.

Journalism student gets the opportunity to interview Governor Ivey

By Natalie Beckerink | Campus Writer | March 20

Junior Ken Ward took his career in journalism to the next step when he received the opportunity to interview Governor Kay Ivey for Eagle Eye, Auburn’s only student-run television station.

Acre named one of South's best restaurants by Southern Living

By Staff Report | March 20

Acre was opened in 2013 by Bancroft, an Auburn University alum, and has gained a following since, both locally and nationally.

GoFundMe page seeks support for two Opelika firefighters injured in training exercise

By Kailey Beth Smith | Community Reporter | March 20

Two Opelika firefighters were injured during a training exercise on Thursday afternoon.  Opelika police Capt.

Auburn faculty member named chancellor of Penn State Harrisburg

By Staff Report | March 20

Auburn University's Vice President for Research and Economic Development John M. Mason Jr. has been appointed chancellor of Penn State Harrisburg and will begin the role effective Aug. 1.

RBD Panera Bread location swapped for 'RBD Café'

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief and Elizabeth Hurley | Campus Reporter | March 20

Prevail Union coffee will operate in the RBD Café location where Panera was slated to operate.

Prevail expands coffee shop in RBD Library

By Ingrid Schnader | Photo Editor | March 20

The cafe has the same coffee options as the Prevail from downtown. Students can also buy snack items such as chips, candy, crackers and baked goods.

Auburn High students walk out of class in protest over gun violence

By Ingrid Schnader | Photo Editor | March 20

Auburn High School students mirrored schools around the nation Tuesday morning when scores of them walked out of class in protest over gun violence.

Meet Miss Homecoming candidate Camille Smith

By Jessica Ballard | Standards Editor | March 20

When most people go to college they develop their interests in potential career paths, lifelong friends and various clubs — Camille Smith, however, grew her passion for the elderly, a community she feels is being largely overlooked within the Auburn Family. Smith, senior in physical activity and health, spent a large amount of time her freshman year volunteering at homes for the elderly around Auburn.

Senate approves executive officers and committee chairs, proposes Cabinet AVPs and plans to fill 5 of 6 open Senate seats

By Elizabeth Hurley | Campus Reporter | March 20

The five executive officers and Senate Chairpersons proposed at the Student Senate’s last meeting on March 5, 2017 were confirmed Monday night by the Student Senate.

March 20

A data mining company allegedly used Facebook to distort users' reality

By Tracey Lien | Los Angeles Times

A data mining company allegedly used Facebook to distort users' reality.

UPDATE: Severe weather threat ends for the Auburn area

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | March 20

Storms moving from the northwest to the southeast have caused significant damage in some parts of the state.

Alpha Tau Omega raises money through football fundraiser

By Staff Report | March 19

Free Chick-fil-A for an entire year and coaching under Bo Jackson are among this year’s prizes for the Alpha Tau Omega’s powder puff and flag football event. 

UPDATE: Severe weather forecast for Monday into Tuesday morning

By Staff Report | March 19

Severe weather is likely Monday in the Auburn area Monday evening.

Auburn named top place to live in America

By Staff Report | March 19

Coming in at 93 on the annual list, the City of Auburn received praise for its historic neighborhoods, transportation options, citizen involvement and "thriving downtown."