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Has Alabama seen the effects of Aniah's Law yet?

By Tucker Massey | Content Editor | March 28

In November, Aniah's Law passed with overwhelming support. However, many may be wondering if Alabama has seen any effects on public safety since the law's enactment. Rep. Chip Brown said that the law has been used and has been used in good faith.

Campus union aims to diversify recruitment

By Daniel Schmidt | Assistant News Editor | March 27

The United Campus Workers student workers' union has been active at Auburn for almost four years. However, its uses have been limited throughout the years as student workers have not been made aware of the group and its services. Now, they are hoping to change that.

Vet Set Go expands camp opportunities for future veterinarians

By Davis Brasfield | News Writer | March 26

Started in 2017, Vet Set Go offers middle school students the opportunity to attend Auburn Universityu2019s College of Veterinary Medicine Junior Vet Camp. This year is no exception, with 45 students having the ability to earn the opportunity to get a free head start on their veterinary education through the group's essay contest.

Students note lack of accessibility on campus

By Diane Pham | News Writer | March 25

Breanna Thrasher, junior in equine science, was left paralyzed from the waist down when she was eight-years-old. Now, she is speaking out on the lack of accessibility at Auburn and how this issue has effected her time here.

Kindergartner hopes to win adaptive bike

By Tucker Massey | Content Editor | March 24

Emmett Belcher, a kindergartner at Cary Woods Elementary School, was born with a rare genetic brain malformation. After dealing with intractable epilepsy and having a crucial operation, he is hoping to win an adaptive bike so that he can enjoy the outdoors and be active with his family.

Campus Safety and Security issue aggravated assault notice

By My Ly | Content Editor | March 22

In an Auburn Campus Safety notice that was sent out earlier today, students were informed of the possible drugging of four females that took place on Friday evening, March 17.

Auburn City Council reopens applications for East Alabama Mental Health Board

By My Ly | Content Editor | March 21

On Tuesday's meeting, the Auburn City Council members approved a resolution to authorize traffic calming devices and opened back up the applications for the vacancies of an East Alabama Board.

Tiger Nights hosts second-annual Magnolia Ball

By Daniel Schmidt | Assistant News Editor | March 19

On Saturday, Tiger Nights hosted its second-annual Magnolia Ball, an alcohol-free event intended to provide a Greek life-style formal experience to students who may not experience one otherwise.

Game room opens in Melton Student Center

By Ethan Flynn | Campus News Editor | March 16

Previously closed because of COVID-19 restrictions, the Game Room features state-of-the-art equipment, lounges for spectators to relax and access to hundreds of games. The room is open from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily and offers 40 gaming computers and the full spectrum of major gaming consoles.

SGA discusses reforms in hopes of improving student experiences throughout campus

By Ethan Flynn | Campus News Editor | March 14

On Monday, Auburn's SGA discussed many campus-wide and college-specific reforms that seek to improve the daily lives of Auburn students.

Auburn to host trash audit on March 15

By Ethan Flynn | Campus News Editor | March 13

On March 15, students in Auburn University's sustainable studies minor will be conducting a trash audit on Cater Lawn in hopes of finding ways that Auburn's campus can become more environmentally friendly.

Auburn Day School provides advanced STEM education to community's youth

By Davis Brasfield | News Writer | March 8

Auburn Day School has taken on the task of providing a STEM education to young children since 2020. On Jan. 28, they opened for the new year with some additions to their building that will aid in providing this education.

SkyBar owner's appeal bond decision postponed

By Daniel Schmidt | Assistant News Editor | March 7

On Monday afternoon, Skybar's longtime owner Pat Grider waited in the lobby waiting to learn if his appeal bond was revoked or not from Judge Jeffery G. Tickal. The verdict was postponed.

University announces new dean for COSAM

By Harlee Meydrech | Editor-in-Chief | March 1

Edward Thomas Jr. was appointed the new dean of the Auburn University College of Science and Mathematics, after serving as the interim dean of physics.

Auburn announces new chief communications officer

By Tucker Massey | Content Editor | February 28

On Feb. 28, Auburn University announced that Richard Campbell, formerly of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, would be their inaugural chief communications officer.

SGA Standing Committee Chairs Chosen for 2022 Term

SGA introduces changes to Friends of Aubie requirements

By Ethan Flynn | Campus News Editor | February 28

On Monday, Auburn's SGA introduced several changes to the Friends of Aubie program. Some of the changes include expanding the number of active Friends of Aubie, as well as increasing the time someone can serve as a Friend of Aubie.

Tiger Giving Day: an annual tradition of generosity

By Kayleigh Freeman | Community Writer | February 24

The eighth annual Tiger Giving Day took place on Wednesday, Feb. 22. Several groups met or exceeded their goals for the year, while others still managed to raise significant amounts.

College of Engineering hosts thousands of students for E Day

By Daniel Schmidt | Assistant News Editor | February 24

On Friday, the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering hosted the 2023 edition of E Day, an event aimed at recruiting high school students to enroll in the college after graduating. For both Auburn students and the thousands of high schoolers in attendance, the event was a way to showcase what engineering is all about.

Auburn Campus Safety and Security issues two campus advisories

By Harlee Meydrech | Editor-in-Chief | February 23

Two campus advisories were sent to students on Feb. 23, issuing a warning about a mysterious package that was determined not to be a threat, then an alert following that the city of Auburn is experiencing 911 equipment failure.

At Plant Bae, there's more than food that meets the eye

By Daniel Schmidt | Assistant News Editor | February 22

In May 2020, Quebe Merritt opened Plant Bae's first location in Montgomery, Alabama, with the goal of providing healthy, plant-based alternatives to traditional Southern cooking. In November 2022, she opened her second location in Opelika and has seen great success with the new location.