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Introducing Food U: The Future of Food

By Molly Thornton Food U is here to bring a fresh new vision to Auburn Campus Dining. In collaboration with local partners, Food U is committed to bringing locally grown, sustainable food to Auburn's Campus. What makes them stand out? They’re developing students along the way, too. Food U encompasses…
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April 4, 2023
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A DARKER SHADE OF GREEN

By Savanna Wooten In many ways Earth Day celebrations invite us to think of green: tree plantings, the advent of spring, conversations about renewable energy, convening at green spaces. And they should. Green – shown to benefit us mentally and physically – is, generally, good for us.  But… is it…
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April 3, 2023
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Walk @ lunch!

By Patrick Johnston “Me thinks that the moment my legs begin to move, my thoughts begin to flow.” – Henry David Thoreau  If you’re an Auburn employee who enjoys walking or spending time with your co-workers, then mark your calendars for April 26. That’s when Walk @ Lunch will occur across…
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April 3, 2023
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“Handprint” Your Way to A Better World

By Mike Buhmann and Stephanie Richardson In 2021, Auburn University purchased over 800 chairs from Humanscale (the premier designer and manufacturer of ergonomic and sustainable furniture) for use in several departments around campus.   This leaves the world better off by conserving and returning:    3,611 kg of CO2, which equates to…
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March 31, 2023