Added by Elizabeth Reynolds on June 10, 2009 at 12:43pm —
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The quaint city of Auburn is nearly perfect for a college town. It has mod, little coffee shops, trendy boutiques and unique eateries; basically, all the signature college town favorites. But ask any college student who has gone to school at Auburn and there is one thing that Auburn has been missing- a doughnut shop.
Doughnuts are an American classic, you hardly ever meet someone who doesn't like a warm, fresh doughnut. And, in that same matter, every good town has at least one good doughnut sh…
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Added by Elizabeth Reynolds on April 13, 2009 at 2:00pm —
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Although, as the spring semester is drawing to a close and many are anticipating graduating, there are a number of students on the opposite side of that scenario. Auburn University nearly finished admitting their next freshman class for 2009.
The final round of letters will be going out soon and high school are eagerly anticipating their admissions status. Some seniors found out as early as last October, others, who applied later, are still awaiting decisions.
Within the last few years Auburn…
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Added by Elizabeth Reynolds on April 6, 2009 at 10:00pm —
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Auburn University's annual A-Day Game is fast approaching. The Tigers will hit the field on Saturday, April 18 , at 1 pm. Fans are anticipating this game as a foreshadowing of next season.
The Tigers have gone through a lot of changes this year as they have implemented a new coaching staff. Auburn suffered a tragic season in 2008 and have done all in there power to regain their status as one of the top teams in the South Eastern Conference.
Auburn University reached out to a previous defensive…
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Added by Elizabeth Reynolds on April 2, 2009 at 9:00pm —
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Auburn University’s Alpha Gamma Delta chapter of is hosting a talent competition called Wing Jam at Buffalo Connection on Tuesday, March 31. The proceeds from the event all go to raising money and awareness for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.
The JDRF leads worldwide research on type 1 diabetes research. The JDRF is a volunteer based organization aimed at bringing awareness, raising funds for research and, ultimately, finding a cure for type 1 diabetes. Approximately 3 million people…
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Added by Elizabeth Reynolds on April 2, 2009 at 8:10pm —
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The city of Auburn is full of traditions. Many of them surrounding the university or university related events. Of all those traditions, one of the most unusual and infamous is the Rodeo.
Put on every spring by the College of Veterinary Medicine's Alpha Psi Fraternity, the Rodeo is one of the most looked forward to events in the Auburn area.
Yes, it is a bit strange and probably helps contribute to the unfortunate and untrue reputation that the population of the city of Auburn is comprised com…
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Added by Elizabeth Reynolds on March 23, 2009 at 12:55pm —
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Auburn University gets a lot of recognition for its athletics. Many know the Tigers for their football, swimming, women's basketball, ect. What many don't know is that Auburn's club sports do exceptionally well also. Auburn's club lacrosse team is a prime example of this; few know of the teams successes and talents.
This team is made up of star athletes who, in high school, were recruited by Division 1 school's but opted to enjoy a normal college experience rather than take on the full-time job…
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Added by Elizabeth Reynolds on March 22, 2009 at 6:28pm —
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An Auburn tradition, the Amsterdam Cafe, has been working hard on expanding their restaurant for about the past year. It was a much needed expansion since the cafe had become a local hot spot and seating was becoming more and more difficult.
Amsterdam came to Auburn in the early 1990's but was sold to the current owners in 1998. The restaurants crowd begun to outgrow it's space and, due to it's overwhelming popularity among locals and students, Amsterdam decided to expand.
After a year long pr…
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Added by Elizabeth Reynolds on March 12, 2009 at 7:47pm —
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It happens every semester without fail. Right before Spring Break and Thanksgiving break, professor's weigh down students with deadlines and tests. This problem is understandable from both points of view. Students and teachers alike are feeling the weight of the semester and pressure to get things accomplished.
On the one hand, professors have requirements that must be met. They have to meet their departments standards and, in that, it seems to all come down at once.
The students, on the other…
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Added by Elizabeth Reynolds on March 9, 2009 at 8:30am —
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Within the last week, in and around the Auburn area, a credit and debit card fraud epidemic has arisen. Multiple people have either reported fraudulent charges or have been sent a new card based on the prevalence of fraud in the area.
Identity theft is a serious crime and one with which many get away. Senior, nursing school student, Cegie Smith has been a victim of this crime in the past week. "It's just an annoying thing to deal with," said Smith, "because I never carry cash and not many peopl…
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Added by Elizabeth Reynolds on March 3, 2009 at 6:51pm —
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On March 10 Auburn University will host an event called After Dark brought on by the Kanakuk Kamps and will feature rising star Jon McLaughlin.
The event includes a concert by McLaughlin and then will conclude with inspirational speaker, Dr. Joe White, president of Kanakuk Kamps. White also is a speaker for many MLB and NFL teams.
Kanakuk Kamps are a series of outdoor summer camps located throughout the Midwest United States. Since the 1950's this series of Kamps have been the foreground of ex…
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Added by Elizabeth Reynolds on March 3, 2009 at 5:30pm —
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Every February, people all over the country join in the tradition of Mardi Gras through parades, balls, King Cake and beaded necklaces; and, Auburn students are no different. Due to Auburn's southeastern location many Auburn students head to Mobile and New Orleans for the celebration.
SInce the Middle Ages, Mardi Gras has been celebrated in Paris, France. The History Channel explains "The first American Mardi Gras was celebrated near modern-day New Orleans on March 3, 1699. It wasn't until the…
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Added by Elizabeth Reynolds on February 23, 2009 at 1:36pm —
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With spring break '09 just around the corner, many are looking to get in shape for the big week. One of the best ways to do this is exercising through swimming. A little known secret is that swimming burns more calories than any other sport. Swimming is a great way to use all of your muscle groups without realizing it. Swimming is easy on the body and joints as far as injuries are concerned.
Francis-Arden Jackson, a junior at Auburn University, took a water aerobics class offered for course cre…
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Added by Elizabeth Reynolds on February 23, 2009 at 1:17pm —
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As if Valentine's isn't already stressful enough as it is, this year we have to take into account a recession. Pouring money in through purchasing gifts is a great way to stimulate our economy; however, that money is running slim for most people this February.
"Valentine's is a sweet holiday but it's just kind of silly to waste money on elaborate gifts," said Elizabeth LeCroy, a senior at Auburn .
LeCroy said that she is making her fiance a card and including some of his favorite trinkets. For…
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Added by Elizabeth Reynolds on February 16, 2009 at 10:14am —
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For the past year I have been lucky enough to serve Auburn University as an Assistant Director of Elections. My job was to help all candidates running for SGA position uphold the Code of Laws throughout their campaigns and to guide them through this rigorous process. Tedious work, huh?
Indeed, the process is meticulous and challenging; yet, it has it's rewards. How many Auburn students attend call outs? A lot. How many actually get to call out? Very few... Me, being one of them. Pretty neat, bu…
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Added by Elizabeth Reynolds on February 16, 2009 at 9:13am —
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A company that has been a part of Auburn for years must come to a close.
Heartstrings, a downtown Auburn gift shop, has recently decided to close and will be replaced by a Birmingham company.
Heartsrings owner, Jane Thrash, has decided it is time for retirement. But former student and Heartstrings employee Sarah Brown has opened a similar store in Birmingham and will be expanded to Auburn in place of Heartstrings.
The new store, Wrapsody, will open in Auburn sometime later this spring. Like H…
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Added by Elizabeth Reynolds on February 9, 2009 at 2:30pm —
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In efforts to promote a wheelchair athletics program at Auburn University, two wheelchair basketball exhibitions have been held during the Auburn men's basketball games.
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Program for Students with Disabilities is the main sponsor of the event, although other campus organizations have done small part to help with this effort.
Auburn student Matt Nelson explains the event. "It is an effort to attempt to increase the amount of wheelcha…
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Added by Elizabeth Reynolds on February 9, 2009 at 1:15pm —
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Every spring, for the last 25 years, Auburn University has hosted a scholarship pageant for the young women of the university. Last years winner, sophomore
Abby Steverson, will hand over the crown this Saturday, February 1, 2009.
The
Miss Auburn University pageant is not only a leading scholarship donor for Auburn women but has become an Auburn tradition. Since the…
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Added by Elizabeth Reynolds on January 28, 2009 at 1:28pm —
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Auburn University has implemented a new, more demanding dining plan for freshman and is considering the construction of a new dining hall.
There has been much debate over what to do with the old Foy Student Union since the new student center was constructed in 2008. Now, authorities are speaking of transforming the old Foy Union into a dining hall.
As any student at Auburn knows, Auburn's campus does not have a main dining hall for students. There are many different eateries located throughout…
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Added by Elizabeth Reynolds on January 26, 2009 at 10:00am —
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