Tuesday, August 26, 2008

Auburn Has No Position On Lower Drinking Age - Yet
Source: NBC13.com (AL) N/A
Indexed At: 08/25/2008 2:13 PM 912989921
Abstract: ... University and Dartmouth College, have joined in support. Auburn University President Jay Gogue has not signed the initiative. Binge drinking and its negative consequences are ...

 

Changing the legal age to buy alcohol is not such a bad idea
Source: Mobile Register (AL) 99361 [Registration Required]
Indexed At: 08/24/2008 6:14 AM 911957815
Abstract: ... will increase the number of fatal car accidents. At Auburn, I routinely discuss drinking behavior with my students. They are, to say the least, candid: ...
Notes: This Special to the Register column was written by Auburn University professor David LaBand.

Two professors appointed acting associate deans of AU Graduate School
Source: Opelika-Auburn News (AL) 14500
Indexed At: 08/26/2008 10:29 AM 913930170
Abstract: ...Professors George Crandell and Jeff Sibley have been appointed as acting associate deans of the Graduate School, effective Aug. 16. ...

UA, AU in U.S. News' top 50 public universities
Byline: Thomas Spencer
Source: Birmingham News (AL) 192004 [Registration Required]
Indexed At: 08/26/2008 10:23 AM 913930169
Abstract: ...The University of Alabama ranks No. 37 and Auburn University No. 45 among the nation's public universities, according to the 2009 rankings compiled by U.S. News & World Report. ...

Web cams let you see Auburn
Byline: Larry Gierer
Source: Columbus Ledger-Enquirer (GA) 44800
Indexed At: 08/26/2008 10:22 AM 913930168
Abstract: ...New web cams set up by Auburn University let visitors to the school's Web site see what's going at all times of the day. ...

Latest Alabama News
Source: WBRC-TV Fox 6 Birmingham (AL) N/A
Indexed At: 08/26/2008 6:16 AM 913752907
Abstract: ... Ala. (AP) -- The University of Alabama and Auburn University have received high marks in a ranking of the nation's top public universities. The 2009 ...
Notes: Excerpted from an item in this news roundup: "The University of Alabama and Auburn University have received high marks in a ranking of the nation's top public universities." This Associated Press story was also broadcast on WKRG-TV, WAFF-TV, WTVY-TV, WIAT-TV, MSNBC, WPMI-TV, WALA-TV, WAAY-TV, WHNT-TV, WKRN-TV, WVTM-TV, WZTV-TV and WJSU-TV.

Auburn, Alabama score high on magazine lists
Source: Montgomery Advertiser (AL) 48100 [Registration Required]
Indexed At: 08/26/2008 5:35 AM 913729855
Abstract: ... BIRMINGHAM -- The Uni versity of Alabama and Auburn University have received high marks in a magazine's ranking of the nation's top public universities. Advertisement ...
Notes: Excerpted from an article in the Montgomery Advertiser: "The University of Alabama and Auburn University have received high marks in a magazine's ranking of the nation's top public universities." This Associated Press story also appeared in the Decatur Daily, the Times Daily, the Houma Courier, the Gadsden Times, the Pensacola News Journal, Tuscaloosa News and the Clanton Advertiser and online on AL.com.
Woody biomass lights up researchers
Source: Capitol Press (NAT) N/A
Indexed At: 08/26/2008 10:33 AM 913931960
Abstract: ...The BioMax 25 is similar to another generator developed by Auburn University, which is located in Auburn, Ala. Both projects were sponsored by the Community Power Corporation of Littleton, Colo. ...
Auburn Has No Position On Lower Drinking Age - Yet
Source: MSNBC (Local News) (NAT) N/A
Indexed At: 08/25/2008 7:52 PM 913228755
Abstract: ... University and Dartmouth College, have joined in support. Auburn University President Jay Gogue has not signed the initiative. Binge drinking and its negative consequences are ...

Storm damage conference is planned for September
Source: Mobile Register (AL) 99361 [Registration Required]
Indexed At: 08/25/2008 6:28 AM 912678131
Abstract: ... full conference. Checks should be made payable to Auburn University and mailed to Weathering Future Storms, Attn.: Sandra Walton, Baldwin County Extension Office, 302A Byrne ...

Mining for medals
Source: Birmingham News (AL) 192004 [Registration Required]
Indexed At: 08/25/2008 6:26 AM 912676644
Abstract: ... for medals Monday, August 25, 2008 Fred Bousquet Auburn University Swimming Silver in 400-meter free relay. Marc Burns Auburn University Track Silver in 400 relay. ...
Notes: This news item is a list of Auburn University athletes who won medals at the Beijing Olympics.

Steadily rising tuition real concern
Source: Montgomery Advertiser (AL) 48100 [Registration Required]
Indexed At: 08/25/2008 5:02 AM 912637619
Abstract: ... semesters: * Alabama State University, 21.1 percent. * Auburn University, 11.4 percent. * Auburn University Montgomery, 11.4 percent. * Jacksonville State University, 12.4 percent. ...
Notes: This story cites the "percentage increases in-state students enrolling in the fall semester at Alabama's public universities will face if they take a full load of 15 credit hours for two semesters."

Broward County 'blue laws' still stir debate
Source: Macro World Investor (NAT) N/A
Indexed At: 08/25/2008 2:29 AM 912525630
Abstract: ... said David Laband, professor of economics and policy at Auburn University in Alabama. Laband, the author of Blue Laws: The History, Economics and Politics of ...
Notes: This story cites David Laband, professor of economics and policy at Auburn University, as a source of information.

What would happen if Atlanta simply vanished?
Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution (GA) 357000 [Registration Required]
Indexed At: 08/25/2008 2:16 AM 912514911
Abstract: ... relatively small. In fact, James Hairston, a professor at Auburn University and a nationally recognized expert in irrigation and water use, puts our water consumption ...
Notes: James Hairston, a professor at Auburn University and cited as a nationally recognized expert in irrigation and water use, is a source for this story.

Don't lower drinking age; teach value of waiting
Source: USA Today (NAT) 2576000
Indexed At: 08/25/2008 2:12 AM 912512285
Abstract: ... David N. Laband, Professor of economics and policy, Auburn University - Auburn, Ala. As a 27-year university professor with a reputation for not being drinking ...
Notes: A commentary by David N. Laband, professor of economics and policy at Auburn University, is included in this roundup of experts speaking on the subject of changing the drinking age.

WEVA: On the Move
Source: The Horse.com (NAT) N/A
Indexed At: 08/25/2008 12:10 AM 912460847
Abstract: ... from a clinical standpoint. R. Reid Hanson of Auburn University said horses used in the study had navicular problems less than one year, and were ...
Notes: R. Reid Hanson of Auburn University is a source of information for this story.

How Freedom Turned Talent Into Olympic Gold
Byline: GEORGE L. PRIEST and MINOR MYERS III
Source: Wall Street Journal (Public access) (NAT) 2070000
Indexed At: 08/24/2008 11:55 PM 912452896
Abstract: ... -- were won by Kirsty Coventry, who swam at Auburn University and currently trains in Austin, Texas. Sara Nordenstam, bronze medalist for Norway in the ...
Notes: In this story about globalization and athletics, former Auburn University swimmer Kirsty Coventry is used as an example.

Election Board Secretary earns distinction
Source: Norman Transcript (OK) 15400 [Registration Required]
Indexed At: 08/24/2008 11:47 PM 912447686
Abstract: ... taught by the Master's in Public Administration faculty at Auburn University. Topics covered include ethics, voter registration, election laws, planning, communications and voter participation. Program ...
Notes: Auburn University's Master's in Public Administration program at Auburn University is cited in this story.

Broward County 'blue laws' still stir debate
Byline: Erika Pesantes and Tim Collie
Source: Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel & SouthFlorida.com (FL) 227000 [Registration Required]
Indexed At: 08/24/2008 10:42 PM 912421093
Abstract: ... said David Laband, professor of economics and policy at Auburn University in Alabama. Laband, the author of Blue Laws: The History, Economics and Politics of ...

Wearing flip-flops may cause health problems
Source: Daily Toreador (TX) N/A
Indexed At: 08/24/2008 3:08 PM 912167211
Abstract: ... foot pains. Justin F. Shroyer, a doctoral candidate at Auburn University and the lead author of the study, said many people have heard flip-flops are ...

Centice to Launch New Drug Verification System at NACDS
Source: PharmaLive (NAT) N/A
Indexed At: 08/24/2008 8:11 AM 912008415
Abstract: ... booth #2318. According to a 2003 study by Auburn University, an estimated 52 million errors occur each year during the filing of 3.5 billion ...
Notes: This story that uses an Auburn University study as a source of information continues to appear in additional media outlets.


 
Jellyfish boom could signal oceans' decline
Source: Sun Journal (Lewiston) (ME) 34000
Indexed At: 08/24/2008 5:54 AM 911948844
Abstract: ... United States in 1999. That same year, an Auburn University professor found that the collagen in cannonball jellies can be used to treat rheumatoid arthritis. ...
Notes: This story cites research conducted at Auburn University.

Birmingham area fountains mask city noise, invite us to come and sit a spell
Source: Birmingham News (AL) 192004 [Registration Required]
Indexed At: 08/24/2008 5:41 AM 911941700
Abstract: ... says architect and professor Cheryl Morgan, director of Auburn University's Urban Studio in Birmingham. "It's unexpected, and in a place with a fair number ...
Notes: Cheryl Morgan, director of Auburn University's Urban Studio in Birmingham, is quoted in this story.

Al.com
Source: Birmingham News (AL) 192004 [Registration Required]
Indexed At: 08/24/2008 5:33 AM 911938034
Abstract: ... affect the larger striped bass. "Alabama Power and Auburn University are doing a study right now to try to find out what causes that and ...
Notes: Alabama Power and Auburn University jointly are conducting a study of the causes of and how to prevent the cyclical die-off of striped bass in Lake Martin.

From the campus
Source: AL.com (AL) N/A [Registration Required]
Indexed At: 08/24/2008 5:28 AM 911935469
Abstract: ... spent eight weeks this summer in Taiwan in Auburn University's Study Abroad Taiwan 2008 Program. She was also named to the dean's list for ...
Notes: In this roundup about activities of Huntsville college and university students, there is mention of a student who spent eight weeks this summer in Taiwan in Auburn University's Study Abroad Taiwan 2008 Program.

No Damage Reported After Tornado Warning
Source: iStockAnalyst.com (NAT) N/A
Indexed At: 08/25/2008 9:09 PM 913411997
Abstract: ... Auburn between 10 a.m. and 10:20 a.m. Also, Auburn University announced the campus was closed after 11 a.m. due to the weather. The National Weather ...

List of Closings and Cancellations
Source: WSFA-TV NBC 12 Montgomery (AL) N/A
Indexed At: 08/25/2008 8:45 PM 913390798
Abstract: ... AUBURN MONTGOMERY - ALL AFTERNOON CLASSES WILL MEET AUBURN UNIVERSITY - CLOSED CENTRAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL in Selma - Closed CRENSHAW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY - CLOSED CHILTON ...

 
Auburn University suspends classes due to weather
Source: Huntsville Times (AL) 62001 [Registration Required]
Indexed At: 08/25/2008 3:05 PM 913047133
Abstract: ...Auburn University suspends classes due to weather Posted by August 25, 2008 11:05 AM Categories: Due to ...