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Mallory Holland crowned Miss Homecoming 2025

By Auston Kucholtz | News Writer | September 13

Mallory Holland was crowned the Auburn Miss Homecoming 2025 this afternoon on Saturday, Sept. 13. Her victory was announced during halftime of the homecoming game matchup against the University of South Alabama.

Meet the 2025 Miss Homecoming candidates and their platforms

By Ally Northridge | Content Editor | September 9

Five candidates will compete to become Miss Homecoming 2025. Beginning on Sept. 9, candidates will represent their campaigns Tuesday through Friday and meet with students on the Haley Concourse. Open to all Auburn students, voting will take place on Friday, Sept. 12 from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. The following day, the winner will be announced at half-time during the homecoming football game.

Auburn University Bookstore unveils new renovations

By Ellie Blackwood | News Writer | September 9

On Tuesday, Sept. 2, the Auburn University Bookstore made its long-awaited return to its newly renovated home in the Haley Center after nearly six months of operating in the Beard-Eaves Coliseum. For the last week, the store has been buzzing with students, alumni and faculty – all excited to finally see its new look.

Auburn's zero-waste Sustainability Picnic returns for 2025

By Auston Kucholtz | News Writer | August 28

On Wednesday, Aug. 27 at the Davis Arboretum, Auburn University hosted the 2025 edition of the Sustainability Picnic, with the mission of connecting students to different resources, academic opportunities and student groups working in the realm of sustainability. The annual zero-waste event featured free vegetarian food samples, live music and a variety of university organizations for attendees to connect with.

Auburn University reports 'heavy police presence' at RBD library

By Brychelle Brooks | Editor-in-Chief , Ella Walton | Newsletter Editor and Luca Flores | Photo Editor | August 27

On Aug. 27, 2025, AUPD responded to a 911 call regarding a "disturbance in the library," on Auburn University's campus. This threat to Auburn comes during a period of false shooting reports on campuses around the United States.

Auburn Panhellenic welcomes record-breaking class on Bid Day 2025

By Jennifer Santiago | Lifestyle Editor | August 16

On Aug. 16 following a week of formal recruitment, a record-breaking 2,153 new members ran home to one of Auburn University Panhellenic Council's 18 sorority chapters. Out of the 2,352 women who registered for recruitment, 92% of the potential new members (PNMs) received a bid. 

Eli Manning helps set world record at Toomer's Corner

By Ally Northridge | Content Editor and Jennifer Santiago | Lifestyle Editor | July 8

On July 8, the Auburn Family joined Eli Manning, retired NFL Quarterback and two-time Super Bowl MVP, on his show Eli's Places in the rolling of Toomer’s Corner with over 3,000 rolls of toilet paper, officially setting a new Guinness World Record. Manning is the host for Eli’s Places, an ESPN+ series that celebrates college football by highlighting college football history and traditions. Auburn’s iconic tradition of rolling Toomer’s Corner after a sports victory is the next college tradition to be featured.

Soundtrack of Saturday: AUMB plays theme song for EA's College Football ‘26

By Brychelle Brooks | Editor-in-Chief | July 7

AUMB is the first marching band to record a theme song for EA's game series College Football, becoming the band that captures the spirit of Saturdays for gamers worldwide. The game releases officially on July 10, 2025 at 11 a.m. central time.

PLAINSMAN'S CHOICE | Best student organization: The Jungle

By Ashley Massey | News Writer | July 4

Due to the electric atmosphere and highly organized efforts, “The Jungle” was awarded Plainsman’s Choice best student organization in 2025. 

PLAINSMAN'S CHOICE | Best of campus

By Ally Northridge | Content Editor | July 3

In 2025, the Plainsman staff voted for three winners in the campus section in the annual Plainsman's Choice awards. Categories include: Best tradition, best on-campus dining and best student event.

Auburn University Regional Airport received bomb threat, no AU Alert issued

By Jennifer Santiago | Lifestyle Editor | June 14

The Auburn University Regional Airport received a bomb threat on June 11, 2025, at 1:32 p.m. After determining the threat was not credible, the Auburn Police Department administratively closed the case, and the Auburn University Department of Campus Safety and Security chose to not issue an AU Alert. 

Auburn University facing lawsuit on the basis of racial discrimination

By Brychelle Brooks | Editor-in-Chief | June 6

Auburn University is facing a lawsuit filed by current employee Henry Moreman. Moreman is suing on the claim that the University has discriminated him based on his race. The suit is being filed under the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which outlawed discrimination on the basis of race, “color,” national origin and sex. Moreman’s case is set for December 2026 as a jury trial. 

All eyes forward on The Plains: New 'state-of-the-art' videoboard to light up Jordan-Hare in 2025

By Gunner Norene | Sports Writer | June 6

It's a new era on The Plains, as the brand new north endzone videoboard is set to make its debut this September inside Jordan-Hare Stadium. Breaking ground in the summer of 2024, the $25.7 million addition will replace the previous scoreboard, built in 1987, and compliment the existing south endzone videoboard, which is the largest videoboard in college football.

Office of Undergraduate Admissions under scrutiny for alleged illegal actions, mass exodus of staff

By Sami Grace Donnelly | Editor-in-Chief | May 9

Several people close to Auburn's Office of Undergraduate Admissions have come forward, sharing their stories about "unethical and potentially illegal" activities being done in the Quad Center. 

Auburn University visas restored

By Brychelle Brooks | Editor-in-Chief | May 8

Approximately 15 Auburn University international students and scholars have had their visas revoked because of “past criminal infractions.” Part of a national crackdown, Auburn University is one of numerous colleges and universities facing waves of visa revocations and record terminations led by the Department of State and Homeland Security. However, as of April 30, 2025, these 15 visas have been restored.

EN ESPAÑOL | Revocación de visados: Lo que necesitas saber

April 25

Aproximadamente 15 estudiantes y becarios internacionales de la Universidad de Auburn han visto revocados sus visados por «infracciones penales cometidas en el pasado». Como parte de una ofensiva nacional, la Universidad de Auburn es una de las numerosas universidades que se enfrentan a oleadas de revocaciones de visados y cancelaciones de expedientes dirigidas por el Departamento de Estado y Seguridad Nacional.

A sparkling tradition: SGA's Ring Night

By Railey McCord | News Writer | April 25

On Thursday, April 24, Auburn University’s Student Government Association hosted its spring Ring Night. Ring Night occurs twice a year, once in the fall and once in the spring, to celebrate those who purchased a ring and alumni by guiding them through the tradition of cursing and then uncursing their commemorative Auburn class ring.  

Auburn University student visas revoked: What you should know

By Brychelle Brooks | Editor-in-Chief , Sami Grace Donnelly | Editor-in-Chief and Michaela Yielding | News Editor | April 24

Approximately 15 Auburn University international students and scholars have had their visas revoked because of “past criminal infractions.” Part of a national crackdown, Auburn University is one of numerous colleges and universities facing waves of visa revocations and record terminations led by the Department of State and Homeland Security.