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Improving Health in Alabama: Auburn University Nursing faculty enlist community support to address health care needs of Alabama's most vulnerable

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023

"In the United States, African American women experience pregnancy-related deaths at a rate three to four times higher than white women," added Ware.

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  • "In the United States, African American women experience pregnancy-related deaths at a rate three to four times higher than white women," added Ware.
  • Because of her sister and the complications other family members endured during pregnancy, Ware has devoted her research at Auburn to improving maternal health outcomes in Alabama.
  • In general, Hispanics have limited access to health care, which leads to poor health outcomes and increased susceptibility to certain disease states.
  • The pair collaborate with leaders across Lee County, Alabama, to improve access to health care for these families.

Should AI be permitted in college classrooms? 4 scholars weigh in

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Monday, September 4, 2023

One of the most intense discussions taking place among university faculty is whether to permit students to use artificial intelligence in the classroom. To gain perspective on the matter, The Conversation reached out to four scholars for their take on AI as a learning tool and the reasons why they will or won’t be making it a part of their classes.Nicholas Tampio, professor of political science: Learn to think for yourselfOne problem with ChatGPT is that it allows students to produce a decent paper without thinking or writing for themselves.

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One of the most intense discussions taking place among university faculty is whether to permit students to use artificial intelligence in the classroom. To gain perspective on the matter, The Conversation reached out to four scholars for their take on AI as a learning tool and the reasons why they will or won’t be making it a part of their classes.

Nicholas Tampio, professor of political science: Learn to think for yourself

    • One problem with ChatGPT is that it allows students to produce a decent paper without thinking or writing for themselves.
    • Few employers will likely hire someone to use large language models that rely on an algorithm scraping databases filled with errors and biases.
    • Already, a lawyer has gotten in trouble for using ChatGPT to craft a motion filled with fabricated cases.
    • Artificial intelligence is a tool that defeats a purpose of a college education – to learn how to think, and write, for oneself.

Patricia A. Young, professor of education: ChatGPT doesn’t promote advanced thinking

    • Using ChatGPT and submitting a course assignment as your own creation is called AI-assisted plagiarism.
    • Some professors allow the use of ChatGPT as long as students cite ChatGPT as the source.
    • We will have created a generation of functionally illiterate adults who lack the capacity to engage in advanced thinking – like critiquing, comparing or contrasting information.

Asim Ali, instructor of information systems management: AI is another teacher

    • This semester I am being more intentional by providing guidance on the possibilities and limitations of AI tools for each assignment.
    • This emulates their future jobs in which they may use AI tools to enhance the quality of their work product.
    • My experience with adapting to AI for my own course inspired me to create a resource for all my colleagues.

Shital Thekdi, associate professor of analytics & operations: What can you do that AI can’t?

    • I believe students must recognize that the jobs they imagine will exist for them could be eliminated because of these new technologies.
    • So the pressure is on students to understand not only how to use these tools but also how to be better than the tools.
    • While AI can be trained to make value-based decisions, individuals and groups have their own values that can differ considerably from those used by AI.

GREENZIE JOINS AUBURN UNIVERSITY OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT CONSORTIUM, DONATES COMMERCIAL MOWER TO SCHOOL

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Tuesday, August 8, 2023

ATLANTA, Aug. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Autonomous mowing software technology leader Greenzie has joined the Auburn University Outdoor Power Equipment Consortium to help Auburn professors and students perform research, development, and performance assessments that drive technological innovation, commercial adoption, and advanced collaborations in support of the outdoor power equipment industry.

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  • ATLANTA, Aug. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Autonomous mowing software technology leader Greenzie has joined the Auburn University Outdoor Power Equipment Consortium to help Auburn professors and students perform research, development, and performance assessments that drive technological innovation, commercial adoption, and advanced collaborations in support of the outdoor power equipment industry.
  • The Auburn University Outdoor Power Equipment Consortium (AU OPEC) is an interdisciplinary collaboration between Auburn's Samuel Ginn College of Engineering and Auburn's College of Agriculture to establish an Industry-University Research Consortium.
  • In addition to joining AU OPEC, Greenzie donated an electric mower to Auburn.
  • AU OPEC provides a mechanism whereby a university environment can be used to perform research, development, and performance assessments that drive technological innovation, commercial adoption, and advanced collaborations in support of the outdoor power equipment industry.

East-West Shrine Bowl Announces Top 1,000 Candidates for 2024 College Football All-Star Game

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Monday, July 17, 2023

TAMPA, Fla., July 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The East-West Shrine Bowl, the nation's oldest college football all-star game, has released its annual Shrine Bowl 1,000 today of top eligible collegiate stars for the upcoming 2024 game.

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  • The nation's oldest college football all-star game, the East-West Shrine Bowl, has released its list of top eligible collegiate stars for the upcoming 2024 game.
  • TAMPA, Fla., July 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The East-West Shrine Bowl , the nation's oldest college football all-star game, has released its annual Shrine Bowl 1,000 today of top eligible collegiate stars for the upcoming 2024 game.
  • "The Shrine Bowl 1,000 serves as the first look at who may be at the 2024 East-West Shrine Bowl," said Eric Galko, Director of Football Operations and Player Personnel for the Shrine Bowl.
  • Eric Galko, Director of Football Operations and Player Personnel for the Shrine Bowl, is available for interviews.

Dr. Praveena Paruchuri, MD joins Auburn Heart Institute

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Monday, June 5, 2023

"I am excited to join a growing cardiology practice at Auburn Community Hospital and to be able to practice in the Auburn community and be a part of building the Auburn Heart Institute," stated Praveena Paruchuri, MD.

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  • "I am excited to join a growing cardiology practice at Auburn Community Hospital and to be able to practice in the Auburn community and be a part of building the Auburn Heart Institute," stated Praveena Paruchuri, MD.
  • "We are thrilled to have Dr. Paruchuri join the Auburn Heart Institute.
  • By securing Dr. Paruchuri's services, we are well on our way to achieving our goal of developing a world-class heart institute in Auburn.
  • N.Y.," said Ronald Kirshner MD, Chair and Medical Director of the Auburn Heart Institute (AHI).

Coming to Auburn: U-Haul to Develop Land for New Store by 2025

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Friday, June 2, 2023

U-Haul Moving & Storage at West Pace is scheduled for completion by summer 2025.

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  • U-Haul Moving & Storage at West Pace is scheduled for completion by summer 2025.
  • The store will offer 700-plus indoor, ADA-accessible self-storage units with climate-control options and high-tech security features at affordable price points.
  • Blair intends to hire at least 14 Team Members to staff the new store.
  • During these challenging times, more than 21,000 small businesses across the U.S. and Canada are generating supplemental income by partnering with U-Haul.

F&M Bank Completes Relocation of Auburn, Indiana Office

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023

ARCHBOLD, Ohio, May 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lars Eller, President and CEO of F&M Bank in Archbold, Ohio, announced the completion of the relocation of the Company’s Auburn, Indiana office.

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  • ARCHBOLD, Ohio, May 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lars Eller, President and CEO of F&M Bank in Archbold, Ohio, announced the completion of the relocation of the Company’s Auburn, Indiana office.
  • The new full-service office opened on May 15, 2023 at 406 Smaltz Way, Auburn, Indiana 46706.
  • The Auburn office is the first F&M Bank office to feature the Company’s new branding and refreshed logo.
  • The new and improved office space is less than 3 miles from the previous F&M office location and will offer the latest banking technology to serve customers.

Seven Hills Realty Trust Closes $37.5 Million Bridge Loan to Refinance a Student Housing Property at Auburn University

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023

Seven Hills Realty Trust (Nasdaq: SEVN) today announced the closing of a $37.5 million first mortgage bridge loan to refinance The Union at Auburn, a 501-bed Class A student housing property located at the Auburn University campus.

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  • Seven Hills Realty Trust (Nasdaq: SEVN) today announced the closing of a $37.5 million first mortgage bridge loan to refinance The Union at Auburn, a 501-bed Class A student housing property located at the Auburn University campus.
  • The loan is structured with a 30-month initial term and one 12-month extension option, subject to the borrower meeting certain requirements.
  • The Union at Auburn loan was made to a repeat sponsor for the refinancing of a recently developed Class A student housing community located less than a mile from the Auburn University campus.
  • SEVN’s pipeline remains active and we have ample liquidity to capitalize on additional opportunities in the months ahead.”

ACTX Modular Hydroponic Farms Available to Universities for Research and Education

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Wednesday, May 3, 2023

CORONA, Calif., May 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Advanced Container Technologies, Inc (Ticker: ACTX), announced that GrowPods - innovative modular hydroponic farms – are available to colleges and universities for research and educational purposes.

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  • CORONA, Calif., May 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Advanced Container Technologies, Inc (Ticker: ACTX), announced that GrowPods - innovative modular hydroponic farms – are available to colleges and universities for research and educational purposes.
  • Universities are at the forefront of innovation, and schools across the nation are rapidly opening or expanding their agricultural departments with Controlled Environment Farms.
  • "Our modular hydroponic farms are some of the best on the market, and have been improved through the years to provide optimum technology and affordability," he said.
  • ACTX undertakes no duty to update any forward-looking statements or information, except as required under applicable law.

Edible Garden Demonstrates Leadership Position and Commitment to Food Safety Including Food Safety Research Study Collaboration with Auburn University

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Tuesday, April 18, 2023

Mr. Jim Kras, Chief Executive Officer of Edible Garden, commented, “Consumers demand food that is not only nutritious and sustainably produced but, most importantly, safe to consume.

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  • Mr. Jim Kras, Chief Executive Officer of Edible Garden, commented, “Consumers demand food that is not only nutritious and sustainably produced but, most importantly, safe to consume.
  • While no company is immune to potential risks, Edible Garden has consistently positioned itself at the forefront of the industry.
  • In line with this commitment, Edible Garden actively engages with The Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI), an industry-driven initiative providing thought leadership and guidance on essential food safety management systems to maintain safety across the supply chain.
  • Furthermore, GreenThumb helps us manage our daily operations more efficiently.”
    “Edible Garden's dedication to food safety also encompasses a broad range of forward-thinking research initiatives.