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Auburn University visas restored

By Brychelle Brooks | Editor-in-Chief and Michaela Yielding | News Editor | May 8

Approximately 15 Auburn University international students and scholars have had their visas revoked because of “past criminal infractions.” Part of a national crackdown, Auburn University is one of numerous colleges and universities facing waves of visa revocations and record terminations led by the Department of State and Homeland Security. However, as of April 30, 2025, these 15 visas have been restored.

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EN ESPAÑOL | Revocación de visados: Lo que necesitas saber

By Sami Grace Donnelly | Editor-in-Chief and Michaela Yielding | News Editor | April 25

Aproximadamente 15 estudiantes y becarios internacionales de la Universidad de Auburn han visto revocados sus visados por «infracciones penales cometidas en el pasado». Como parte de una ofensiva nacional, la Universidad de Auburn es una de las numerosas universidades que se enfrentan a oleadas de revocaciones de visados y cancelaciones de expedientes dirigidas por el Departamento de Estado y Seguridad Nacional.

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Auburn University student visas revoked: What you should know

By Brychelle Brooks | Editor-in-Chief , Sami Grace Donnelly | Editor-in-Chief and Michaela Yielding | News Editor | April 24

Approximately 15 Auburn University international students and scholars have had their visas revoked because of “past criminal infractions.” Part of a national crackdown, Auburn University is one of numerous colleges and universities facing waves of visa revocations and record terminations led by the Department of State and Homeland Security.

Estela Munoz | Assistant Photo Editor

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Auburn United Campus Workers hold rally and petition for better wages

By Ali Carriere | News Writer and Michaela Yielding | News Editor | April 10

On April 9, the United Campus Workers of Alabama at Auburn University held a rally and petition signing at Toomer’s Corner. The rally highlighted their demand for the university to conduct cost of living adjustments, raise the university’s minimum wage to $17.50, increase graduate student stipends to $25k and other things before marching to the President's office in Samford Hall to deliver the petition to President Christopher Roberts and Chief Financial Officer Kelli Shomaker. However, neither Roberts nor Shomaker was present at the time of the delivery.

Estela Munoz | Assistant Photo Editor

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Hundreds gather in Opelika for 'Hands Off!' protest against Trump administration

By Michaela Yielding | News Editor | April 7

More than 500 people attended the April 5 protest at the Andrews Federal Building in Opelika, according to an unofficial count given by Kristin Hinnant, one of the volunteer organizers of the protest. Known as the "Hands Off!" movement, the Opelika protest is one of over 1,200 protests that occurred across the nation on April 5.

Estela Munoz | Assistant Photo Editor

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Buckley Nettles wins 2025 SGA Vice President

By Ally Northridge | Content Editor and Michaela Yielding | News Editor | February 8

On Friday, Feb. 7 at 10 p.m., Buckley Nettles was announced as the 2025 SGA vice president on the Cater Hall steps. This victory ends Nettles’ three-day campaign “Buckling Up with Buckley,” as she starts to implement her platform of unifying the student body.

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Hailey Bergenthal named 2025 SGA Treasurer

By Michaela Yielding | News Editor | February 8

The Student Government Association's election council named Hailey Bergenthal the 2025 SGA treasurer on Feb. 7 on the steps of Cater Hall. Bergenthal, a junior studying law and justice, was the sole candidate for treasurer and campaigned on the platform, "Banking on Bergenthal," which focuses on encouraging students to invest in resources, appreciate wealth and bank on their futures as Auburn alumni.

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Remembering Drew Dauphin: The Sun personified

By Michaela Yielding | News Editor | February 4

Drew Dauphin had a magnetic pull to him that no one could resist, and he was known for his creativity, wit and welcoming spirit. According to his family, he was a jack of all trades: Whether someone needed a joke, a shoulder to cry on or someone to just listen. He operated on a seemingly different level, providing comfort and solace for those around him.

Luca Flores | Photo Editor

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Beaverstock and Yohn running for 2025 SGA president

By Rachel Swan | Assistant News Editor and Michaela Yielding | News Editor | February 4

Two candidates are running for Student Government Association president. From 7 to 5 p.m., candidates will represent their campaigns Wednesday through Friday and meet with students on the Haley Concourse. Voting will occur on Friday, Feb. 7 from 7 to 5 p.m. and the winner will be announced the same day at 10 p.m. on the Cater Hall steps.

Michaela Yielding | News Editor

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Winter Storm Enzo: What to expect in the Auburn Opelika area for the rest of the week

By Ally Northridge | Content Editor and Michaela Yielding | News Editor | January 22

On Tuesday, Jan. 21, Winter Storm Enzo brought record-breaking snowfall to the Southeast United States, halting operations and closing schools across the region. With the Auburn and Opelika areas covered in snow, numerous road closures and delays have interrupted normal city routines.