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Lowndes Academy earns AISA accolades
The Alabama Independent School Association (AISA) recently recognized Lowndes Academy for its excellence among schools throughout Alabama. The association has named Lowndes a Blue Ribbon School, an honor reserved for institutions of learning which meet standards of excellence in areas like ACT scores, professional development for teachers and a variety of academic areas. “It’s a […]
DCH makes national 'honor roll' in improving women's healthcare
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WBRC) - Some doctors and healthcare professionals in west Alabama are working to improve women’s healthcare. A recent study by the Commonwealth Fund puts Alabama near the bottom when it comes to mortality, morbidity and reproductive health. DCH points out three major programs to help turn the...
Graduate student in chemical engineering earns MoISSI software fellowship
Levi Petix, a graduate student in chemical engineering, received a one-year Molecular Sciences and Software Institute (MoISSI) software fellowship for his proposal, “Development of a Python Package for Transparent, Reproducible Simulation-based Optimization of Molecular Materials.”. As one of eight students chosen nationally, Petix spent July 21-26 at MoISSI’s Blacksburg,...
‘It was church’: Alabama state senator among 40,000 Black women on Zoom to support Kamala Harris
Four years ago, a Zoom meeting to build support for Kamala Harris as the Democratic vice presidential nominee attracted just 90 participants. On Sunday night, an estimated 40,000 Black women and allies logged on to Zoom and another 50,000 women on other platforms at the same time to support her brand-new presidential campaign.
Auburn preseason preview: Summer intel on every position group
Football is almost upon us on the Plains. Auburn opens its 2024 preseason camp next week, with players reporting Wednesday before the first day of practice Thursday. The Tigers will have three weeks to fit in 15 preseason practices before game week for the season opener against Alabama A&M on Aug. 31.
Tuskegee Students Enjoy the City of Lights During the Summer Games
Contact: Thonnia Lee, Office of Communications, Public Relations and Marketing. Six Tuskegee University students are enjoying the 2024 Paris Olympic Games in person thanks to internships through a partnership with Fund II Foundation and internXL. Amare Hardee, a senior Accounting major; Makyla Johnson, a senior Sales and Marketing major; Cameron...
Tiara Ransom selected as student marshal for Auburn University's summer 2024 commencement
Tiara Ransom, a graduating senior in the Auburn University film program from Huntsville, Alabama, has been selected to lead the College of Liberal Arts' class of 2024 in this summer's commencement ceremonies Aug. 3. Ransom will graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in Film (Visual Media Option) from the School...
Limited-time discount at the Laurel Spa
Auburn University faculty and staff, we appreciate your hard work! As a thank you, we are offering a 20% off special on any service at The Laurel Spa. It is simple, once your service is complete, just present your University ID at checkout to enjoy savings. Complimentary valet parking is available. Offer valid through Sunday, Aug. 25.
Former Auburn, Stallions, Oilers nose tackle dead at age 64, report says
A standout nose tackle for Auburn, the Birmingham Stallions and the Houston Oilers, Doug Smith has died at age 64. Smith died on Thursday after a heart attack, Mike Berman, the former sports director of KRIV-TV in Houston, shared on Thursday night via social media. “It was unexpected,” Smith’s wife,...
Commit Watch: Who's most likely to become a Tiger during Big Cat Weekend?
Buzz continues to build as Auburn prepares for Big Cat Weekend, its major recruiting event to cap off the summer and head into fall camp. Auburn currently holds 16 commitments in the 2025 class and two commitments in the 2026 class, but could build on both this weekend. To continue...
Bacha, Lotter named All-American Scholars
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. – Following a noteworthy showing on the course and in the classroom during the 2023-24 season, Auburn golfers Carson Bacha and Reed Lotter have been named Cobalt Golf All-American Scholars, as announced by the Golf Coaches Association of America Thursday. Bacha earns All-American Scholar status for...
Auburn's century of Olympic excellence
AUBURN, Ala. – From Percy Beard’s silver medal in hurdles in 1932 to Suni Lee’s all-around gymnastics gold nearly a century later, Auburn boosts a rich Olympic history. Thirty-three Auburn Tigers have combined to win 59 Olympic medals, including Harvey Glance, who in 1976 won Auburn’s first gold in the 400m relay in Montreal.
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