Friday, October 26, 2007 - To access the full story, click on the underlined story title found in the top bar of each entry.

AU's Spirit to be part of Saturday events
Source: Montgomery Advertiser (AL) circ: 48,100 [Registration Required]
Indexed At: 10/25/07 7:06 AM 671685779
Abstract: ... to be part of Saturday events AUBURN -- Auburn University's bald eagle Spirit will fly before the Ole Miss football game Saturday in honor ...
Notes: This story is about AU's bald eagle Spirit flying before the Ole Miss football game Saturday in honor of the nation's conservation groups that have contributed to the resurgence of the bald eagle and its removal from the Endangered Species List.
Spirit to Fly Saturday at Jordan Hare Stadium
Source: WSFA-TV NBC 12 Montgomery (AL)
Indexed At: 10/24/07 10:57 PM 671444092
Abstract: ... The News It's a tradition that's uniquely Auburn. Auburn University's bald eagle "Spirit" will fly in the pregame show at Jordan Hare this Saturday. ...
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Tuning up
Source: Opelika-Auburn News (AL) circ: 14,500
Indexed At: 10/25/07 3:25 AM 671525081
Abstract: ... most recognizable new face in the music department at Auburn University, but that’s because it’s his job to direct the marching band at every football ...
Notes: This story is about courses being offered by faculty in AU's music department through a partnership between AU and Elderhostel.
Auburn University ponders smoking limits
Source: Opelika-Auburn News (AL) circ: 14,500
Indexed At: 10/26/07 1:36 AM 672239959
Abstract: ... Auburn University ponders smoking limits Amy Weaver / Opelika-Auburn News October 26, 2007 ADVERTISEMENT Students at ...
Notes: This story is about an AU student initiative to increase smoking limits on campus.

Rural Schools Wrangle With Growing Language Gap
Byline: RAHKIA NANCE
Source: Newhouse News Service (NAT)
Indexed At: 10/25/07 11:21 PM 672020586
Abstract: ... case of Bullock County, officials have worked with Auburn University and Troy University, which lie 35 to 40 miles to the north and south, respectively. ...
Notes: This story mentions that AU is a resource for some rural schools as they provide services to "English language learners," students who are learning English as a second language.

Bumper year for Pecans: Dry spring healthy for county's orchards
Source: Andalusia Star-News (AL) circ: 3,200
Indexed At: 10/26/07 2:22 AM 672267319
Abstract: ... farmers. Dr. Bill Goff, extension pecan specialist and Auburn University professor, said the pecan crop in south Alabama is the largest in many years. "The ...
Notes: Bill Goff, extension pecan specialist and Auburn University professor, is quoted in this story.

PEANUT RESEARCHERS HARVEST HEADLAND RESEARCH PLOTS
Source: Friends & Family (AL) circ: 345,000
Indexed At: 10/25/07 10:40 AM 671793776
Abstract: ... Executive Director Randy Griggs, Dr. Earnest Harvey of Auburn University and Dr. Charles Chen of the National Peanut Research Laboratory out of Dawson, Ga. HEADLAND, ...
Notes: This story is about AU research in cooperation with the peanut genetics and breeding department of USDA's National Peanut Research Laboratory.

Best of BEST WHS robotics 1st in state
Byline: Peggy Blackburn - Managing Editor
Source: Wetumpka Herald (AL) circ: 5,600
Indexed At: 10/25/07 7:07 AM 671686271
Abstract: ... Engineering Science and Technology) competition held Saturday at Lee-Scott Academy in Auburn. The objective of this year’s exercise, entitled “2021: A Robot Odyssey,” was to construct ...
Notes: AU's role in the BEST robotic competition is mentioned in this story.

Alabama robotics champs announced
Source: Montgomery Advertiser (AL) circ: 48,100 [Registration Required]
Indexed At: 10/25/07 5:48 AM 671638413
Abstract: ... will compete Dec. 7-8 in South's BEST 2007 at Auburn University. Fifty teams -- about 2,500 students -- and teachers from eight states will compete ...
Notes: AU's role in the BEST robotic competition is mentioned in this story.
DHS Robotics Team ready to defend state crown
Byline: Kevin Buey
Source: Deming Headlight (NM) circ: 3,700
Indexed At: 10/26/07 2:27 AM 672269996
Abstract: ... University of Arkansas, Fort Smith, Ark.; South B.E.S.T, Auburn University, Auburn, Ala.; and Texas B.E.S.T, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, Texas. The Texas competition is ...
Notes: AU is mentioned as one of several sites for the BEST robotics competition finals.

Commission questions courthouse construction
Byline: Barry H. Hendrix Contributing
Source: Thomasville Times (AL) circ: 5,800
Indexed At: 10/25/07 5:24 AM 671553507
Abstract: ... be due Nov. 26. A $19,000 contract with Auburn University's Center for Governmental Services was approved to prepare job descriptions and salary structures for ...
Notes: An item in this article was about the work of AU's Center for Governmental Services.