(Photo courtesy Ole Miss Athletics) “...I think when I ran for Miss Auburn, one of the main focuses for us was to reach out to organizations that others may not reach out to… the beauty of my diversity was to come and unite.”. One of her goals is to encourage student organizations to include EAGLES students, including with EAGLES-specific positions in organization leadership. Postponed. After returning to Auburn in 2017 for a Miss Auburn reunion, Bynum said she was filled with emotion and was impressed with the camaraderie that every Miss Auburn shared, despite the fact that she had not returned to Auburn in many years. Cole Callahan, junior in biomedical sciences, aims to reform SGA office hours to be more accessible, according to his platform. He also plans to advocate for more printers and phone chargers in the Melton Student Center and for free menstrual products in on-campus restrooms. Her slogan, âMake Time with Kiem,â refers to her encouragement of students to look after their mental health. Ole Miss guard Devontae Shuler (2) shoots buzzerbeater during the game between Auburn and Ole Miss at Auburn Arena on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2021. Streitman wants to advocate for student loan assistance and promote AU10, a 10% discount provided by local businesses to Auburn students who show student ID. AU Hockey Club sells new jerseys ahead of fall season, LETTER TO THE EDITOR | Sunny Slope Plantation from Black Auburn Alumni Point of View. Auburn Tigers forward Javon Franklin (4) blocks the ball during the game between Auburn and Georgia at Auburn Arena on Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2021. ⦠Rett Waggoner, junior in finance, is campaigning for âstudent empowerment, SGA usefulness and the individual student experience,â according to his platform. Shorthanded Auburn falls at Ole Miss for 3rd straight loss Updated Jan 06, 2021; Posted Jan 06, 2021 Jaylin Williams looks to pass the ball against Ole Miss. Auburn and Ole Miss face off in an regular season game for both teams as every game in this shortened College Basketball season with limited or no fans in attendance means more. Auburn Arena erupted in cheers, which was soon followed by silence when Ole Miss point guard Devontae Schuler knocked down a game-winning ⦠Another initiative of his would advocate for a counselor on campus specialized in sexual assault and expand the Green Dot sexual assault awareness program from Greek life to being mandatory for all students. Former Auburn cheerleader Cora Griffen crowned Miss Georgia USA 2021 Seeking to become the state of Georgia's first Miss USA, Cora says, âAuburn ⦠Bynum was nominated for Miss Auburn by the National Society of Black Engineers. Auburn improves to 13-1 with sweep of Southern Miss By Jake Weese | Sports Editor Auburn Tigers Alyssa Rivera (21) reacts while running to home plate during the first game between Auburn and Southeast Missouri State at Jane B. Moore Field on Feb 13, 2021; Auburn, AL, USA. “There are two main memories that stood out [to me] from my time at Auburn,” Bynum said. Get real-time COLLEGEBASKETBALL basketball coverage and scores as Auburn Tigers takes on Ole Miss Rebels. Welcome! But you can donate to support The Plainsman. Auburn looks to break their 2-game losing streak and Red Cup Rebellion joins us to talk Ole Miss Basketball By willmclaughlin Jan 6, 2021, 11:53am CST Share this story Auburn Tigers center Dylan Cardwell (44) reacts after a play during the game between Auburn and Ole Miss at Auburn Arena on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2021. Shulerâs game-winning point was his 26th total for the game. She became the first Black Miss Auburn in 1993, 57 years after the establishment of the program. BC. AUBURN, Ala. -- â Allen Flanigan scored 17 of his 22 points in the second half and Auburn pulled away late to beat Mississippi State 78-71 on ⦠After placing as the fourth runner-up last year, Griffen claimed the title of Miss Georgia USA 2021 on Feb. 20, outscoring 51 other contestants. Elaine Shankute, junior in psychology, aims to âmake campus involvement a more equitable process,â according to her platform. “The first, I’ll say, was befriending Dr. Nick Conrad … he was there for me when I came to Auburn as a transfer student ... and when my father passed away, not long after I became Miss Auburn, he was also there. Links to these events may be found in the "Elections" section on SGA's website. Stephen Sadie, junior in finance, is hoping to harness SGA reserve fund and student activity fee money âso that any group can apply to have their event or initiative financially sponsored by SGA,â according to his platform. Ole Miss used a last second shot by Devontae Shuler to pull off a 86-84 win over Auburn in overtime. Miss Cullman Alexandria Flanigan is crowned Miss Alabama USA 2021 by Miss Alabama USA 2020 Kelly Hutchinson during the Miss Alabama USA 2021 pageant in Auburn on Sunday, Jan. 10, 2021. Former Auburn cheerleader crowned Miss Georgia USA 2021 | News Break AUBURN, Ala. (WBRC) - Former Auburn cheerleader Cora Griffen was crowned Miss Georgia USA 2021. Dismukes, like Waggoner, wants to reform election week, citing in his platform that he wrote and passed legislation to do so already this semester. 24 Auburn softball improved to 13-1 with a doubleheader sweep of Southern Miss Friday Ole Miss is 5-3 this season. Andrew Dismukes, junior in finance, wants to increase the number of student senate seats to represent not only schools but student organizations, according to his platform. Get real-time COLLEGEBASKETBALL basketball coverage and scores as Ole Miss Rebels takes on Auburn Tigers. We bring you the latest game previews, live ⦠“I was able to really connect with not only Black students, but with students throughout the campus, students of all races and backgrounds,” Bynum said. This is a motto that Vania Bynum, ’94 computer engineering graduate and the first Black Miss Auburn, lives by. Both have players to meet and know. The official 2021 Baseball schedule for the Ole Miss Rebels This year's candidates for Miss Auburn are Mary Collins (top left), Caroline Keim (top middle), Elaine Shankute (top right), Abby Smith (bottom left) and Kathleen Sullivan (bottom right). Do you like this story? We bring you the latest game ⦠Being the first Black Miss Auburn was an amazing experience and it was very humbling to contribute to society in that way.”. Links to these events may be found in the "Elections" section on SGA's website. She also advocates for accommodations for students with anxiety disorders within recruitment processes of campus organizations. AUBURN, Ala. (WBRC) - Former Auburn cheerleader Cora Griffen was crowned Miss Georgia USA 2021. Sloen Zieverink, junior in public relations, wants to combine Tiger Cards and Ignited Cards into a single card. After transferring to Auburn from Xavier University in New Orleans during her undergraduate career, there were many adjustments Bynum had to make, she said. Abby Smith, junior in nutrition wellness, plans to use her Miss Auburn platform to raise awareness for the EAGLES program. With 13 seconds left in overtime and Auburn down by three, Sharife Cooper's 3-pointer hit the rim and bounced up in the air. Thatâs how former Auburn cheerleader Cora Griffen maintained her poise with judges critiquing every interview answer and runway walk during the Miss Georgia USA pageant. â Khadin Sy scored a season-high 13 points, Romello White and Luis Rodriguez each added 12, and Mississippi never trailed in its 72-61 win over Auburn on Wednesday night. Auburn, AL 36849 After placing as the fourth runner-up last year, Griffen claimed the title of Miss Georgia USA 2021 on Feb. 20, outscoring 51 other contestants. Ole Miss vs. Auburn - Game Summary - February 6, 2021 - ESPN. Auburn's Student Government Association begins its kickoff for campaign week for spring 2021 elections today through Monday, Feb. 1. Students will be able to vote for their candidates of choice on Feb. 2 from 7 a.m.-7 p.m., and callouts will be held that night at 10 p.m. Below is a brief summary of this year's candidates for president, vice president and treasurer as well as the candidates for Miss Auburn and their platforms. Caroline Keim, junior in public relations, wants to promote Auburnâs counseling services and âbreak the stigma of counseling and cultivate honest conversations,â according to her platform. The Elections Council announced Caroline Keim, junior in public relations, as the next Miss Auburn for the 2021-2022 academic year on the steps of Cater Hall Tuesday night. Campaign kickoff begins at 3 p.m. today via Zoom, and SGA will hold a candidate debate tomorrow, Thursday, Jan. 28 viewable on Zoom at 6 p.m. She hopes to advocate for âthose who need their voices heardâ by partnering with campus organizations to understand student needs. This year's candidates for SGA 2021-2022 vice president are Cole Callahan (left) and Andrew Dismukes (right). He also aims to increase funding for student veterans. Campaign kickoff begins at 3 p.m. today via Zoom, and SGA will hold a candidate debate tomorrow, Thursday, Jan. 28 viewable on Zoom at 6 p.m. Here is a look at Ole Miss vs. Auburn men's basketball on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2021, in Auburn, Alabama. GT. Bynum said that becoming Miss Auburn helped her connect with many organizations and communities across the campus that she might not have interacted with otherwise. She plans to either create or strengthen SGA Senate liaison positions for student organizations and, like Ward, plans to create an initiative tracker for SGA. The event looked different this year with limited in-person attendance in the midst of ⦠Hannah Streitman, junior in finance, also plans to expand financial literacy programs with seminars and other events, as well as a budgeting app. Kathleen Sullivan, junior in supply chain management, plans to promote both a âsound mindâ and a âsound bodyâ by initiating conversations about mental health and advertising opportunities to be active on campus, according to her platform. EDITORIAL | Alabama, why is our mask expiration date now. This year's candidates for SGA 2021-2022 president are Rett Waggoner (left), Tyler Ward (middle) and Sloen Zieverink (right). After a disappointing loss Tuesday night to ⦠By One Man To Beat Jan 6, 2021, 9:11pm EST John Reed-USA TODAY Sports Ole Miss basketball will look to bounce back and get its first SEC win against an Auburn ⦠GT. Get The Plainsman straight to your inbox. AUBURN, Ala. â Continuing its undefeated streak at Jane B. Moore Field, No. Tyler Ward, junior in political science, plans to institute an SGA initiative tracker âto further increase our transparency and accountability with the student body,â according to his platform. Auburn's Student Government Association begins its kickoff for campaign week for spring 2021 elections today through Monday, Feb. 1. After placing as the fourth runner-up last year, Griffen claimed the title of Miss Georgia USA 2021 on Feb. 20, outscoring 51 other contestants. Auburn has a record of 6-4 this season. Another of his goals is to expand Auburnâs current financial literacy program â a partnership with Regions â into the classroom. AUBURN, Ala. â Once youâve cheered in front of 87,451 fans at Jordan-Hare Stadium, almost nothing can knock you off your game, even when thereâs a crown on the line. Ole Miss Vs Auburn Prediction 01/06/2021 | BetQL. 1/6/2021 AP 1 Former Auburn cheerleader crowned Miss Georgia USA 2021 | News Break AUBURN, Ala. (WBRC) - Former Auburn cheerleader Cora Griffen was crowned Miss Georgia USA 2021. Saturday February 6, 2021 Ole Miss Rebels at Auburn Tigers Auburn Arena Time: 3PM Network: ESPN2, Auburn Radio Network. Ole Miss Rebels (10-8, 3-5 away) Auburn Tigers (10-10, 7-5 home) February 6, 2021 at 4:00 PM ET Conference Regular Season Auburn Arena Auburn, Alabama Miss Auburn-Opelika USA Kelly Hutchinson reacts to winning Miss Alabama USA 2020 during the Miss Alabama USA pageant at the Gogue Performing Arts Center in Auburn on Oct. 5, 2019. Well, the 2020-2021 season has been fragmented and dissonant for the Auburn Tigers, ... Auburn led by ten points, but Ole Miss strung together a 6-0 run and got right back in the contest. This year's candidates for SGA 2021-2022 treasurer are Stephen Sadie (left) and Hannah Streitman (right). The Auburn Plainsman welcomes thoughtful discussion on all of our stories, but please keep comments civil and on-topic. “For me, when I came back [for the Miss Auburn reunion], the biggest thing that stood out to me were the changes,” Bynum said. The Plainsman doesn't accept money from tuition or student fees, and we don't charge a subscription fee. The other would be becoming Miss Auburn. Ole Miss vs Auburn Basketball Game Highlights 2 6 2021 - YouTube. “It was beautiful just to be back there and to be reminded of the role Auburn played in my life.”, Samuel Ginn College of Engineering 1301 Shelby Center Her father had always wanted her to come to Auburn, and she honored his wish. Mary Collins, junior in global studies, stated in her platform that she wants to promote the use of âthe positive implications of using inclusive languageâ and not just speaking, but listening, in âcritical conversations.â She also encouraged students to vote. 2/6/2021 Auburn v. Ole Miss Game Preview. -- â Khadin Sy scored a season-high 13 points, Romello White and Luis Rodriguez each added 12, and Mississippi never trailed in its 72-61 win over Auburn on Wednesday night. First Black Miss Auburn reflects on Auburn experience By Virginia Speirs Published: Feb 26, 2021 11:02:00 AM At the time of her nomination, she was very focused on her engineering studies, so she prayed that if it was something she was supposed to do, it would happen. Former Auburn cheerleader crowned Miss Georgia USA 2021 | News Break AUBURN, Ala. (WBRC) - Former Auburn cheerleader Cora Griffen was crowned Miss Georgia USA 2021. -- --. BC. Auburn takes on Ole Miss on 1/6/2021 at 9:00PM. OXFORD, Miss. She believes that one of the beauties of being the first Black Miss Auburn was that she was able to unite Auburn in a way it had not been united before. 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Silence fell over the crowd as the ball hovered around the rim before bouncing and falling through the net to tie the game.