Monday, April 14, 2008
Monday, April 14, 2008
| Autauga project to honor Lady Bird | |
| Byline: | Marty Roney • mroney@gannett.com |
| Source: | Montgomery Advertiser (AL) 48100 [Registration Required] |
| Indexed At: | 04/14/2008 6:35 AM 796685217 |
| Abstract: | ... to have them planted along the nation's roadways. Auburn University has set aside two acres of land it owns at the agricultural experiment station on ... |
| Notes: | Auburn University has set aside two acres of land it owns at the agricultural experiment station in Autauga County for a wildflower garden in honor in Lady Bird Johnson and her connections to the county. |
| Wristbands a memorial to Auburn student | |
| Source: | Birmingham News (AL) 192004 [Registration Required] |
| Indexed At: | 04/14/2008 5:20 AM 796645089 |
| Abstract: | ... Press MARIETTA, Ga. - Friends of a slain Auburn University freshman are selling lime-green wristbands in her honor to raise money for charity, including a ... |
| Notes: | Other outlets that carried the story include: WAAY-TV, Atlanta Journal Constitution, Fairmont Times West Virginian, WJBF-TV, WMAZ-TV, WSB-TV, WKRN-TV, WBRC-TV, WRBL-TV, WAFF-TV, WLOX-TV, WLTX-TV, AL.com, Gadsden Times, Houma Courier, WGST-AM, WJCL-TV, WTCO-TV, WGCL-TV and the Athens Banner-Herald. |
| Fatal Snake Bite | |
| Source: | WTVY-TV CBS 4 Dothan (AL) N/A |
| Indexed At: | 04/13/2008 6:07 PM 796353798 |
| Abstract: | ... was allergic to snake venom. Roger Birkhead, an Auburn University biologist, said most bites from copperhead snakes aren't fatal. He said snakes bites usually occur ... |
| Notes: | Roger Birkhead, an Auburn University biologist, is quoted as a source in this story. |
| UC Clinic Aims To Help Dogs With Hearing Problems | |
| Source: | WLWT-TV NBC 5 Cincinnati (OH) N/A |
| Indexed At: | 04/13/2008 11:55 AM 796232504 |
| Abstract: | ... dogs, said Gary Beard, assistant dean for outreach at Auburn University's College of Veterinary Medicine. Congenital deafness – deafness occurring at or near birth – ... |
| Notes: | Gary Beard, assistant dean for outreach at Auburn University's College of Veterinary Medicine, is quoted as a source in this story. This story received widespread regional coverage. |
| Academy officer led double life as call girl | |
| Byline: | Chris Amos - |
| Source: | NavyTimes.com (NAT) 51600 |
| Indexed At: | 04/13/2008 4:36 AM 796043947 |
| Abstract: | ... left the service three years later, graduated from Auburn University, and was commissioned as a supply officer in 1993. She has served aboard the ... |
| Search for the Ivory-Billed Woodpecker | |
| Source: | WFXL-TV Fox 31 (GA) N/A |
| Indexed At: | 04/13/2008 3:06 AM 796010458 |
| Abstract: | ... the southeastern United States. Dr. Geoff Hill from Auburn University will describe how the habitat of the Ivory-Bill declined due to logging and what is ... |
| UA System trustees OK double-digit medical tuition increases | |
| Source: | The Commercial Dispatch (MS) 13400 [Registration Required] |
| Indexed At: | 04/13/2008 2:49 AM 795999571 |
| Abstract: | ... million, UA Chancellor Malcolm Portera said. UA and Auburn University officials are trying to lobby state legislators to keep the cuts to 10 percent ... |
| Notes: | This story mentions the efforts of UA and Auburn University officials to lobby state legislators to keep state funding cuts to 10 percent or less. Excerpt: "Under Gov. Bob Riley's proposed budget, funding for four-year colleges and universities would be cut by about 14 percent because of declining state revenues." |
| In development, there are two sides of the coin | |
| Source: | Opelika-Auburn News (AL) 14500 |
| Indexed At: | 04/13/2008 2:42 AM 795994198 |
| Abstract: | ... but they also mean more work, Director of Auburn University’s Economic and Community Development Institute Joe Sumners said. While Sumners praises the cities’ efforts ... |
| Notes: | Director of Auburn University's Economic and Community Development Institute, Joe Sumners, is quoted as a source in this story. |
| BRIEF: Opelika symposium promotes two countries, one industry | |
| Source: | Trading Markets (CA) N/A |
| Indexed At: | 04/12/2008 7:48 PM 795848989 |
| Abstract: | ... Dr. Ben Choe, associate professor of mechanical engineering at Auburn University and KSEA Alabama Chapter president. During his introduction for the lecture portion of the ... |
| Notes: | Representatives from 12 companies joined professors and students from universities from across the Southeast to attend the recent second annual Korean-American Scientists and Engineers Association Alabama Chapter Symposium on Automotive Technology -- Vehicle Manufacturing. The event was organized by Ben Choe, associate professor of mechanical engineering at Auburn University and KSEA Alabama Chapter president. |
| AU Raptor Center releases six owls nursed back to health | |
| Source: | WKRN-TV ABC 2 Nashville (TN) N/A |
| Indexed At: | 04/12/2008 7:32 PM 795840671 |
| Abstract: | ... screech owls nursed back to health at the Auburn University Southeast Raptor Center have been released into the wild in flights that awed a crowd ... |
| Notes: | This story was also broadcast by WAAY-TV, WZTV-TV (TN), WAFF-TV, WTVM-TV, WLOX-TV and appeared in the Gadsden Times and AL.com. |
| Double-dipping bill could target dozens of legislators 05:31pm | |
| Byline: | Dana Beyerle |
| Source: | Tuscaloosa News (AL) 33900 |
| Indexed At: | 04/12/2008 6:46 PM 795813571 |
| Abstract: | ... draws a retirement check for his time working at Auburn University and the two-year college system, and Rep. Mary Ann Moore, D-Birmingham, a retired Veterans ... |
| Opelika symposium promotes two countries, one industry | |
| Source: | Opelika-Auburn News (AL) 14500 |
| Indexed At: | 04/12/2008 6:23 PM 795804338 |
| Abstract: | ... Dr. Ben Choe, associate professor of mechanical engineering at Auburn University and KSEA Alabama Chapter president. During his introduction for the lecture portion of the ... |
| Louise Kreher Preserve goes native | |
| Source: | Opelika-Auburn News (AL) 14500 |
| Indexed At: | 04/12/2008 6:23 PM 795804341 |
| Abstract: | ... nature-themed booths such as one sponsored by the Auburn University Chapter of the Wildlife Society that displayed animal skins and skulls — and a live ... |
| Notes: | The Auburn University Chapter of the Wildlife Society provided a display at the recent inaugural GrOw Green event at the Louise Kreher Forest Ecology Preserve. |
| Athletes, residents oppose boycotting China Olympics | |
| Source: | Montgomery Advertiser (AL) 48100 [Registration Required] |
| Indexed At: | 04/12/2008 2:43 PM 795760482 |
| Abstract: | ... this summer to compete in the Olympics. The Auburn University junior from Croatia insists “whatever happens in China or Tibet — that's not me.” Activists ... |
| Notes: | AU junior and swimmer Alexei Puninski, from Croatia, will participate in the Beijing Olympics this summer. |
| Rescue group seeks donations for injured zebra found on highway | |
| Source: | eNewsCourier.com (AL) 7700 |
| Indexed At: | 04/12/2008 3:20 AM 795464572 |
| Abstract: | ... Evidence had surgery Wednesday, performed by vets from Auburn University. By Thursday he was walking around and eating. D. Huichu Lin, the school’s equine ... |
| AU to support city's biodiesel efforts | |
| Source: | Andalusia Star-News (AL) 3200 |
| Indexed At: | 04/12/2008 3:20 AM 795472975 |
| Abstract: | ... April 11, 2008 10:27 PM CDT Officials from Auburn University's Natural Resources Management and Development Institute were in Andalusia Friday to discuss with city ... |
| AU animal hospital handles special cases—large and small | |
| Source: | Opelika-Auburn News (AL) 14500 |
| Indexed At: | 04/12/2008 12:07 AM 795369126 |
| Abstract: | ... exotic animals that have been treated at the Auburn University facility, he may have go to the back of the line behind bison, reindeer, llamas, ... |
| Tallapoosa subject of water talks | |
| Source: | Opelika-Auburn News (AL) 14500 |
| Indexed At: | 04/12/2008 12:06 AM 795369124 |
| Abstract: | ... and state water policy. Bill Deutsch, TWP director, Auburn University Department of Fisheries and Allied Aquacultures, said this conference on a single watershed or basin ... |
| Notes: | Bill Deutsch, TWP director, Auburn University Department of Fisheries and Allied Aquacultures, is quoted as a source in this story. |
| AU Raptor Center releases eastern screech owls into wild | |
| Source: | Opelika-Auburn News (AL) 14500 |
| Indexed At: | 04/12/2008 12:05 AM 795369125 |
| Abstract: | ... flashlights, binoculars and cameras, wanted to see. The Auburn University Southeast Raptor Center released six eastern screech owls into the wild Friday evening. The owls ... |
| Notes: | Note additional outlets for this story. |
| The queen isn't smiling, but the owners of her portrait are | |
| Source: | Norfolk Virginian-Pilot (VA) 197000 |
| Indexed At: | 04/11/2008 9:38 PM 795314736 |
| Abstract: | ... for full view An assistant professor of English at Auburn University said the portrait, above, appears to be from the studio of painter Marcus Gheeraerts ... |
| Notes: | Anna Riehl, assistant professor of English at Auburn University, is quoted as a source in this story. |
| Wandering Baby Zebra Recovering Well | |
| Byline: | Kelly O'Connell Reporter |
| Source: | WRBL-TV CBS 3 Columbus (GA) N/A |
| Indexed At: | 04/11/2008 8:55 PM 795287712 |
| Abstract: | ... his surgery. Meet “Evidence,” or as the vets at Auburn University call him, “Evy.” He's the newest edition to their family. At only 2 to ... |
| Heirloom Seeds Buck Trend Toward Uniformity | |
| Byline: | THOMAS SPENCER |
| Source: | Newhouse News Service (NAT) N/A |
| Indexed At: | 04/11/2008 10:50 AM 794897861 |
| Abstract: | ... buy new seed each year. David Weaver, an Auburn University professor of agronomy and plant genetics, said it's a serious problem. "Agriculture today tends to ... |
| Notes: | David Weaver, an Auburn University professor of agronomy and plant genetics, is quoted as a source in this story. |