Friday, August 24, 2007 - To access the full story, click on the underlined story title found in the top bar of each entry.

No nose knows better
Source: Opelika-Auburn News (AL) circ: 14,500
Indexed At: 8/23/07 1:43 AM 627687421
Abstract: ... Congressman Mike Rogers plans to use research from Auburn University’s College of Veterinary Medicine to change the way the federal government uses dogs for ...
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AU parking shows signs of progress and frustration
Source: Opelika-Auburn News (AL) circ: 14,500
Indexed At: 8/24/07 3:35 AM 628510210
Abstract: ... perennial signs of frustration and progress on the Auburn University campus that are only amplified when students and faculty return for the fall semester. Students ...
Notes: This story about parking on the AU campus discusses the increasing popularity of Tiger Transit, and the benefits of Tiger Transit's use of a GPS system to help students locate buses.

Author talks about George Petrie's Auburn legacy
Source: Opelika-Auburn News (AL) circ: 14,500
Indexed At: 8/24/07 2:43 AM 628499867
Abstract: ... / Opelika-Auburn News August 24, 2007 ADVERTISEMENT Football at Auburn University has a long and storied history that all began with a man who didn’t ...
Notes: AU alumnus Mike Jernigan spoke Thursday afternoon at AU's Ralph B. Draughon Library about his book "Auburn Man: The Life and Times of George Petrie." His talk was the first in this series of "Discover Auburn" lectures.

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Source: Hunter College The Word (NY)
Indexed At: 8/23/07 11:35 PM 628402501
Abstract: ... affairs for the College of Sciences and Mathematics at Auburn University in Alabama. Richardson was a professor of biology at Tuskegee University. Dr. Richardson holds ...
Notes: The following item appeared in this roundup of news in the Hunter College publication, The Word: "Velma Becton Richardson was named associate dean for diversity and multicultural affairs for the College of Sciences and Mathematics at Auburn University in Alabama. Richardson was a professor of biology at Tuskegee University. Dr. Richardson holds both bachelor's and master's degrees from Tuskegee. She was the first African-American woman to earn a Ph.D. in zoology at Auburn. "

Eco-friendly expo teaches the easiness of being green
Source: Montgomery Advertiser (AL) circ: 48,100 [Registration Required]
Indexed At: 8/24/07 6:07 AM 628649284
Abstract: ... Toronto, half-pound, open-cell spray foam insulation; and * Auburn University, natural resource products and services, and sustainable practices for the benefit of communities today. ...
Notes: Auburn University will provide an exhibit in the ECOMAX HomeExpo, designed to educate the community about going "green," held today and Saturday at the Alcazar Shrine Temple. AU's exhibit will feature natural resource products and services, and sustainable practices for the benefit of communities today.

47 AU students selected to SEC honor roll
Source: The Auburn Plainsman (AL)
Indexed At: 8/23/07 2:23 PM 628143161
Abstract: ... :: * By Sarah Jane Little Staff Writer Auburn University athletes continue to excel as 47 varsity students have been named to the 2007 SEC ...
Notes: Excerpt: "Auburn University athletes continue to excel as 47 varsity students have been named to the 2007 SEC Spring Honor Roll."

Gadsden, AL
Source: Gadsden Times (AL) circ: 22,500 [Registration Required]
Indexed At: 8/23/07 7:49 AM 627938842
Abstract: ... by state climatologist John Christy and agricultural experts at Auburn University. Sessions said after talking to farmers, he is convinced the system is practical and ...
Notes: This story mentions agricultural experts at Auburn University.

Doster and Prince to be inducted into APA Hall of Honor
Source: Alabama Press Association (AL)
Indexed At: 8/22/07 5:01 PM 627439771
Abstract: ... will be held Sept. 22 at 3 p.m. at Auburn University. Invitations will be sent to all APA members by the University Relations Department at ...
Notes: AU will host the ceremony for the Alabama Press Association Hall of Honor.

Samford earns research status; UM ranks in report
Source: AL.com (AL) [Registration Required]
Indexed At: 8/23/07 7:02 AM 627902041
Abstract: ... are the University of Alabama, which ranked 91st; Auburn University, which ranked 96th; the University of Alabama at Birmingham; and the University of Alabama ...
Notes: U.S. News and World Report ranked AU in the top 100 among public doctoral/research institutions.

Print ThisPrint This
Source: Birmingham News (AL) circ: 192,004 [Registration Required]
Indexed At: 8/23/07 5:09 AM 627838641
Abstract: ... location. The comprehensive plan was designed by the Auburn University Center for Architecture and Urban Studies, which has designed similar plans for other Shelby County ...
Notes: This story mentions AU's Center for Architecture and Urban Studies.

UA drops in rankings of top universities
Source: The Crimson White (NAT)
Indexed At: 8/23/07 2:30 PM 628147424
Abstract: ... ...
Notes: AU's ranking by U.S. News and World Report is mentioned in this story.

Nothing glamorous about cracking party school Top 20
Source: Opelika-Auburn News (AL) circ: 14,500
Indexed At: 8/23/07 5:07 PM 628228258
Abstract: ... football team, we’re talking about the school itself. Auburn University was not ranked among the nation’s top 20 party schools, as determined by the Princeton ...
Notes: According to Princeton Review, AU was not ranked among the nation's top 20 party schools.