Monday, April 7, 2008

Sand Mountain Seed Bank preserves variety of vegetables from dying out
Source: AL.com (AL) N/A [Registration Required]
Indexed At: 04/07/2008 4:37 AM 791028581
Abstract: ... buy new seed each year. David Weaver, an Auburn University professor of agronomy and plant genetics, said it's a serious problem. CONTINUED 1 © 2008 ...
Notes: David Weaver, an AU professor of agronomy and plant genetics, is quoted as a source in this story.

Armed Forces Entertainment
Source: Boston Weekly Dig (MA) N/A
Indexed At: 04/07/2008 4:18 AM 791012818
Abstract: ... of Miami; Jack Siedlecki, Yale University; Tommy Tuberville, Auburn University; and Charlie Weis from the University of Notre Dame will visit military bases throughout ...
Notes: National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) football head coaches, Mark Richt, University of Georgia; Randy Shannon, University of Miami; Jack Siedlecki, Yale University; Tommy Tuberville, Auburn University; and Charlie Weis from the University of Notre Dame will visit military bases throughout the Middle East May 20-26.

Auburn beefs up campus patrols
Source: Montgomery Advertiser (AL) 48100 [Registration Required]
Indexed At: 04/06/2008 5:34 AM 790501184
Abstract: ... AUBURN -- Police are dispatching more officers to Auburn University since the fatal shooting of an 18-year-old freshman a month ago. Advertisement Officers in cruisers, ...

Cream of the crop: College hopefuls attend Agriculture Career Day
Byline: Scott Mims
Source: Clanton Advertiser (AL) 12000
Indexed At: 04/06/2008 1:13 AM 790367368
Abstract: ... they also listened to Agriculture Ambassadors, who are Auburn University students who have to complete a stringent application process. More than one local school was ...
Notes: Auburn University's Agriculture Ambassadors, who are Auburn University students who have to complete a stringent application process, are mentioned in this story as being on hand at Agriculture Career Day in Chilton County.
'Freshman 15' Theory Takes a Pounding
Byline: Amanda Gardner
Source: U.S. News & World Report (NAT) 2014400
Indexed At: 04/06/2008 5:56 PM 790736396
Abstract: ... "Freshman 5." A new study of 36 freshmen at Auburn University in Alabama found an average gain of 1.9 pounds during the first semester of ...
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Major bills and resolutions in the 2008 session
Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution (GA) 357000 [Registration Required]
Indexed At: 04/06/2008 12:08 AM 790339709
Abstract: ... HB 1165: Would stop making Florida Gator and Auburn Tigers specialty licenses plates for Georgia motorists if the legislatures in those states don't make ...
Notes: Georgia HB 1165, a bill to stop making Florida Gator and Auburn Tigers specialty licenses plates for Georgia motorists if the legislatures in those states don't make Georgia Bulldog tags, failed.

Auburn University hosts Southern Regional American Institute of Chemical Engineering Conference
Source: Opelika-Auburn News (AL) 14500
Indexed At: 04/05/2008 11:30 PM 790324005
Abstract: ...Auburn University hosts Southern Regional American Institute of Chemical Engineering Conference -- * Auburn University hosts Southern ...
Notes: Hundreds of students from 11 universities across the Southeastern U.S. and Puerto Rico came to AU for the Southern Regional American Institute of Chemical Engineering Conference.

More than just pond scum: Fueling the need for alternative energy
Source: Opelika-Auburn News (AL) 14500
Indexed At: 04/05/2008 11:29 PM 790324003
Abstract: ... year,” said Ron Putt, a chemical engineering professor at Auburn University who is also heading up the algae-growing program at AU. “The algae we’re talking ...
Notes: Ron Putt, a chemical engineering professor at Auburn University who is also heading up the algae-growing program at AU, is quoted as a source in this story.

Rick Beauchamp 'More fertilizer is better' theory is mostly manure
Source: Montgomery Advertiser (AL) 48100 [Registration Required]
Indexed At: 04/05/2008 5:57 AM 790007449
Abstract: ... as chemical fertilizers. Soil test results from the Auburn University Soil Testing Laboratory add fact to this theory. Almost 35 percent of all samples tested ...
Notes: The AU Soil Testing Laboratory is mentioned in this story.

Cost of feed fuels surge in egg prices
Byline: Roy L.
Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune & Nola.com (LA) 262000 [Registration Required]
Indexed At: 04/05/2008 4:12 AM 789947974
Abstract: ... profitable," he said. Patricia Curtis, a poultry professor at Auburn University, said higher feed costs are the biggest culprit in surging egg prices, as corn ...
Notes: AU professor Patricia Curtis is quoted as a source in this story.

Group rallies for regulation of tobacco
Source: Opelika-Auburn News (AL) 14500
Indexed At: 04/05/2008 12:12 AM 789815967
Abstract: ... and Drug Administration finally regulates tobacco. Students like Auburn University senior Kylee Patrick sure hope so. She leads Ignite Auburn, a student group out to ...
Notes: This story is about AU students' efforts to raise awareness of the effects of tobacco through Ignite Auburn and to limit locations for smoking on the AU campus.

Interpreting the law: Auburn High hosts mock death penalty Supreme Court case
Source: Opelika-Auburn News (AL) 14500
Indexed At: 04/05/2008 12:12 AM 789815970
Abstract: ... respondent. Steven P. Brown, professor of political science at Auburn University, presided as chief justice at the event. Callahan was a previous student of Brown’s ...
Notes: Steven P. Brown, professor of political science at Auburn University, presided as chief justice during a mock Supreme Court hearing during the recent "Case Day" at Auburn High School.

Today Marks One Month Since the Murder of Auburn University Student Lauren Burk.
Byline: Tammy Terry Anchor
Source: WRBL-TV CBS 3 Columbus (GA) N/A
Indexed At: 04/04/2008 12:53 PM 789441162
Abstract: ... Marks One Month Since the Murder of Auburn University Student Lauren Burk. By Tammy Terry Anchor News 3 On Your Side April 04 2008 ...


 

One month later: Campus safety improves after Burk murder
Source: Opelika-Auburn News (AL) 14500
Indexed At: 04/05/2008 12:12 AM 789815966
Abstract: ... parking lot in front of Comer Hall on Auburn University’s Campus Friday. The Auburn Police Division has increased vehicle and foot patrols on and ...
Notes: This story also appeared in the Gadsden Times, Clanton Advertiser, TimesDaily, AL.com and the Commercial Dispatch.