Friday, August 22, 2008

Test of AU Alert planned for Monday
Source: Opelika-Auburn News (AL) 14500
Indexed At: 08/22/2008 11:04 AM 910386607
Abstract: ...Auburn University will conduct a test of the AU Alert emergency notification system around 10 a.m. Monday, Aug. 25. The test message will be sent to all contact numbers that have been registered with the system before the end of Sunday, Aug. 24. ...

Local colleges up and down in new U.S. News rankings
Byline: JEFF AMY
Source: Mobile Register (AL) 99361 [Registration Required]
Indexed At: 08/22/2008 10:58 AM 910327315
Abstract: ... College and the University of Mobile slipped backward. Auburn University stayed steady in the rankings, which are being released today. Harvard University moved into sole ...

Fischer to speak at Auburn on bioeconomy
Byline: LARRY GIERER -
Source: Columbus Ledger-Enquirer (GA) 44800
Indexed At: 08/22/2008 10:10 AM 910338120
Abstract: ... to speak at Auburn on bioeconomy BY LARRY GIERER - -- -- Quick Job Search Enter Keyword(s): Enter a ...

Local colleges ranked
Byline: LARRY GIERER -
Source: Columbus Ledger-Enquirer (GA) 44800
Indexed At: 08/22/2008 10:10 AM 910338137
Abstract: ... a City: Select a State: Select a Category: Auburn University is ranked 28th in the nation among land grant universities nationally and in the top ...

USDA advisor to speak on “Energy for the Bioeconomy” at AU
Source: Opelika-Auburn News (AL) 14500
Indexed At: 08/22/2008 10:05 AM 910335471
Abstract: ...Jim Fischer, senior advisor to the USDA Under Secretary for Research, Education and Economics, will present a seminar, “Energy or the Bioeconomy,” Tuesday, Aug. 26, at 3 p.m. in the Auburn University School of Forestry and Wildlife Science conference...
Notes: Jim Fischer, senior advisor to the USDA Under Secretary for Research, Education and Economics, will present a seminar, 'Energy or the Bioeconomy,' Tuesday, Aug. 26, at 3 p.m. in the Auburn University School of Forestry and Wildlife Science conference hall.

Band-o-Rama gives bands a chance to shine
Source: Opelika-Auburn News (AL) 14500
Indexed At: 08/22/2008 10:01 AM 910332437
Abstract: ...Members of the Auburn University Marching Band perform at the 9th annual Band-o-Rama at Duck Samford Stadium Thursday. Unlike their performances at football games, the bands get to be the center of attention for a day. The event is not a comp...
Notes: Cutline for photograph: "Members of the Auburn University Marching Band perform at the 9th annual Band-o-Rama at Duck Samford Stadium Thursday." 

BEIJING OLYMPICS: Auburn athletes win bronze
Byline: David Woods • Gannett News Service
Source: Montgomery Advertiser (AL) 48100 [Registration Required]
Indexed At: 08/22/2008 5:14 AM 910147339
Abstract: ... 22, 2008 Share this article: BEIJING -- If Auburn University were a separate nation, it would be having a good Olympic Games in track and ...

UA rises in college rankings
Source: Tuscaloosa News (AL) 33900
Indexed At: 08/22/2008 5:10 AM 910144707
Abstract: ... of doctoral degrees 83. University of Alabama 96. Auburn University 130. Samford University -The middle 50 to 75 percent of colleges, ranked from 134 to ...

Demand for on-campus housing increases at UNA
Source: TimesDaily.com (AL) 30600 [Registration Required]
Indexed At: 08/22/2008 12:24 AM 909900449
Abstract: ... freshmen to seniors. At the state's largest schools, Auburn University and the University of Alabama, the demand for housing is great. Already, a massive four-year ...
Notes: The demand for increased housing at Auburn University is mentioned in this story.

Fuel Rod Vitrification Enables Nukes, Hydrogen Vehicles
Source: Design News (NAT) 169900
Indexed At: 08/21/2008 11:50 PM 909874308
Abstract: ... recycling nuclear waste  environmental protection article on auburn university's work on waste storage and recycling  advantages of fast neutron nuclear reactors  ...
Notes: This story includes a link to a story about the U.S. Department of Energy's funding of work at Auburn University's Center for Actinide Science. (http://www.eponline.com/articles/63785/)

New report says dietary supplements for horses, dogs and cats need better regulation
Source: Iconocast (NAT) N/A
Indexed At: 08/21/2008 9:47 PM 909764633
Abstract: ... Director Clinical Pharmacology Laboratory College of Veterinary Medicine Auburn University Auburn, Ala. GAIL L. CZARNECKI-MAULDEN Senior Research Nutritionist Nestle Purina PetCare PTC St. Louis DAVID ...
Notes: In this article, Dawn Boothe, professor and Director of the Clinical Pharmacology Laboratory in Auburn University's College of Veterinary Medicine, is cited as being on the Committee on Examining the Safety of Dietary Supplements for Horses, Dogs and Cats. The story also appeared in Genetic Engineering News and a journal for The American Association for the Advancement of Science.

Alabama Power names new department head
Source: Montgomery Advertiser (AL) 48100 [Registration Required]
Indexed At: 08/21/2008 3:50 PM 909490033
Abstract: ... the boards of TechBirmingham, Alabama Information Technology Association, Auburn University's Management Information Systems Advisory Board and the University of Alabama at Birmingham's Information Systems ...
Notes: Leigh Davis, named to lead Alabama Power's Corporate Real Estate department, serves on Auburn University's Management Information Systems Advisory Board.

Club seeks First Lady portraits
Byline: Auburn Villager
Source: Auburn Villager (AL) N/A
Indexed At: 08/21/2008 1:16 PM 909290334
Abstract: ... portraits -- By Auburn Villager Staff Report The Auburn University Campus Club is searching for three of Auburn University's First Ladies who are presently missing. ...
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