Auburn University trustee Jack Miller passes away

AUBURN - John C.H. "Jack" Miller Jr., an Auburn University trustee since 2000, passed away Saturday at his home in Mobile. He had suffered from cancer since 2004. Miller was the founder and chairman of the Mobile-based law firm Miller, Hamilton, Snider and Odom, which merged with Jones Walker in 2008. "Jack brought energy, innovation and [...]

Auburn University to commemorate 40th anniversary of first moon landing

AUBURN - To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the launch of the Apollo 11 moon landing mission, Auburn University will present "The Eagle has Landed at Auburn," a free, public symposium, beginning at 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, July 16. The Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art will [...]

Adler-Baeder named an Auburn University 2009 Distinguished Diversity Researcher

AUBURN - Francesca Adler-Baeder, an associate professor and extension specialist in the Department of Human Development and Family Studies, was recently named one of Auburn University's 2009 Distinguished Diversity Researchers. The competitive award is given by the Research Initiative for the Study of Diversity and the Office [...]

Sarah Newton elected president pro tempore of Auburn University Board of Trustees

AUBURN - Sarah Newton, principal of Fayette Elementary School, has been elected to serve as president pro tempore of the Auburn University Board of Trustees for the 2009 -10 academic year. Newton, an Auburn trustee since 2004, was unanimously chosen by other members of the Board. Newton has worked as [...]

Governor Riley Encouraging Applications for Auburn University Trustee Position

AUBURN - The Auburn University Board of Trustees will soon have a vacancy, and Governor Bob Riley is encouraging interested individuals who meet the residency requirements to apply. The open position is for a trustee representing District 6, which includes Bibb, Chilton, Greene, Hale, Perry, Shelby, Sumter and Tuscaloosa Counties.  Applicants must [...]