Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
| AU president posts open letter on strategic plan | |
| Source: | Opelika-Auburn News (AL) 14500 |
| Indexed At: | 04/29/2008 11:14 AM 809257034 |
| Abstract: | ... Following an all-day strategic planning workshop with the Auburn University Board of Trustees on April 24, Auburn President Dr. Jay Gogue is providing an ... |
| Farmer’s market off to fruitful start | |
| Source: | Opelika-Auburn News (AL) 14500 |
| Indexed At: | 04/30/2008 3:00 AM 809842108 |
| Abstract: | ... off Thursday afternoons under the tents on the Auburn University campus. Advertisement Text size: By Published: April 29, 2008 A variety of fresh-from-the-farm produce, plants ... |
| Notes: | This story is about The Market at Ag Heritage Park, a farmer's market, on the Auburn University campus. |
| AU seeks students to attend summer enrichment program | |
| Source: | Opelika-Auburn News (AL) 14500 |
| Indexed At: | 04/29/2008 2:02 PM 809384186 |
| Abstract: | ... April 29, 2008 Registration is open for the Auburn University Summer Enrichment Experience, an intensive, four-week summer program for underserved students planning to pursue majors ... |
| Immigration to be topic of Friday discussion at AU Hotel | |
| Source: | Opelika-Auburn News (AL) 14500 |
| Indexed At: | 04/29/2008 11:14 AM 809257036 |
| Abstract: | ... from 9 a.m. to noon at The Hotel at Auburn University and Dixon Conference Center. The discussion will be hosted by Don-Terry Veal, director of ... |
| Notes: | Don-Terry Veal, director of the Center for Governmental Services at AU, will host a roundtable discussion on immigration and its effects on Alabama on Friday from 9 a.m. to noon at The Hotel at Auburn University and Dixon Conference Center. |
| Sticker shock: Gas prices are driving high grocery bills | |
| Byline: | Kym Klass • kklass@gannett.com |
| Source: | Montgomery Advertiser (AL) 48100 [Registration Required] |
| Indexed At: | 04/30/2008 5:21 AM 809970727 |
| Abstract: | ... is capable of happening," said Nelson, who teaches at Auburn University. "With the gas prices so high, it should mean more gas coming in, but ... |
| Notes: | Auburn University agricultural economist Robert Nelson is quoted as a source in this story. |
| Does perfect storm await U.S. agriculture? | |
| Byline: | Jim Langcuster |
| Source: | Southeast Farm Press (MS) 47700 |
| Indexed At: | 04/30/2008 9:42 AM 810126335 |
| Abstract: | ... Apr 30, 2008 9:34 AM, By Jim Langcuster Auburn University Will U.S. agriculture soon be caught up in the perfect storm? That remains to be ... |
| Notes: | Jim Novak, an ACES agricultural economist and AU professor of agricultural economics and rural sociology, is quoted in this story. |
| It’s in the grass: Oklahoma set to plant first production-scale switchgrass field | |
| Source: | VentureBeat (NAT) N/A |
| Indexed At: | 04/30/2008 3:38 AM 809874272 |
| Abstract: | ... of 100 gallons of ethanol. done by scientists at Auburn University largely corroborated the DOE’s results, showing that an acre of switchgrass could yield up ... |
| Notes: | AU switchgrass research is mentioned in this story. |
| $1 billion timber slush fund or fair trade deal? | |
| Source: | Seattle Post-Intelligencer (WA) 133000 |
| Indexed At: | 04/29/2008 11:13 AM 809256432 |
| Abstract: | ... the matter despite repeated requests for comment. SOURCES: Auburn University; U.S. Endowment for Forestry & Communities; Bi-National Council; Coalition for Fair Labor Imports; American ... |
| Notes: | Auburn University is cited as one of the sources of the information in this story. |
| Soybean rust trackers gear up for season | |
| Byline: | Roy Roberson |
| Source: | Southeast Farm Press (MS) 47700 |
| Indexed At: | 04/29/2008 10:37 AM 809229036 |
| Abstract: | ... along with colleagues at the University of Georgia, Auburn University and the University of Florida have developed into a formidable team. Collectively, they are gearing ... |
| Notes: | Researchers from Auburn University, Virginia Tech, North Carolina State, Clemson, Georgia and Florida have collaborated on a system designed to monitor soybean rust. |
| Gilbert: SEC teams flunking APR | |
| Byline: | BOB GILBERT |
| Source: | The Daily News Journal (TN) 15100 |
| Indexed At: | 04/30/2008 10:02 AM 810142366 |
| Abstract: | ... for special recognition in academic achievement. They are Auburn in men's golf, Alabama in women's cross-country and women's volleyball, Arkansas in women's golf, Florida ... |
| Notes: | The Academic Progress Report, or APR, provides a real-time look at a college and university athletic teams' academic success each semester by tracking the academic progress of each athlete. The APR includes eligibility, retention and graduation in the calculation and provides what he describes as a clear picture of the academic culture in each sport. |
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| Source: | Birmingham News (AL) 192004 [Registration Required] |
| Indexed At: | 04/30/2008 8:09 AM 810062366 |
| Abstract: | ... were one of the biggest concerns of residents. Auburn University is conducting a study on coyotes in urban areas, Moultrie said. Vestavia Hills Councilman Bill ... |
| Notes: | This story cites AU as conducting a study on coyotes in urban areas. |