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Willis Orr crowned President of SGA

By Tripp Hedden | News Reporter | February 7

Just past 7 p.m. on Feb. 6, on the terrace found behind Cater Hall, Willis Orr was announced the next president of Auburn University’s Student Government Association (SGA). The official announcement of Orr’s victory was made by a member of the SGA election council in front of the filled upper quad lawn. This came after the results for the rest of the candidates, including Vice President Lilly Pool and Treasurer Jackson Morse.

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2026 SGA major candidates take the stage at debate

By Jennifer Santiago | Content Editor | February 3

On Tuesday, Feb. 3, the Student Government Association hosted the Major Candidate Debate in the Harold D. Melton Student Center Ballroom at 5 p.m. Eagle Eye TV station manager Jack Sublette and The Auburn Plainsman editor-in-chief Brychelle Brooks moderated the debate, with news station WTVM broadcasting in partnership with Eagle Eye TV. 

Samford Hall on Tuesday, July 17, 2018.

Orr and Childress run for 2026 SGA president

By Sydney Gallardo | Newsletter Editor | February 3

This year, two candidates are in the running for Student Government Association (SGA) president. Election week kicks off on Feb. 3 at 3 p.m., with each candidate campaigning until Feb. 6. Voting will take place on Feb. 6 from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., and the winner will be announced on Feb. 3 at 7 p.m. on the Cater Hall steps.

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2026 SGA election campaigns commence on steps of Cater Hall

By Tripp Hedden | News Reporter | February 3

On Tuesday, Feb. 3 at 3 p.m., the Student Government Association (SGA) Major Candidates election campaigns officially began after the conclusion of the kickoff event held on the back steps of Cater Hall. The 2026 SGA candidates for president, vice president, treasurer and Miss Auburn all spoke center stage in front of a crowd in the courtyard behind Cater. At this event, the candidates revealed their campaigns for the upcoming week of elections, which concludes with a final day of voting on Friday, Feb. 6 from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. The results will be held at the same location on Feb. 6 at 7 p.m.

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Auburn Rec makes group fitness free, forever

By Auston Kucholtz | News Writer | January 31

Auburn University’s Campus Recreational Center, commonly known as "The Rec," is now offering free group fitness classes to students, forever. Spring 2026 group fitness classes, which are available for registration on the Auburn Rec’s RWC Connect website, will be included with student tuition and are currently open for registration.

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SGA looks to implement Angel Shot initiative

By Tripp Hedden | News Reporter | January 31

Starting Jan. 26, the Student Government Association (SGA) of Auburn is in the process of launching a new Angel Shot initiative. The plan aims to enhance the safety and security of students who visit numerous off-campus bars and restaurants, including Skybar Café, 17-16 and Southeastern.

William J. Samford Hall in Auburn, Alabama, on Oct. 8, 2025.

University issues statement on 'respect, responsibility and care for one another'

By Brychelle Brooks | Editor-in-Chief | January 27

On Jan. 26, 2026, The Plainsman published a Letter to the Editor which depicted a college age male student stating, "All the Mexicans out, all the Mexicans out: shoot 'em all!" An hour after this was published, Auburn University released a statement to students via email. This email's subject was "Commitment to a campus environment grounded in respect, responsibility and care for one another."

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Encouraging human connection: Student musician Walter Lloyd

By Gracie Goodman | News Editor | December 9

For Walter Lloyd, 23, music has always been about more than lyrics or rhyme; it's been about inspiring feelings and connections between people. Lloyd is a commercial music major at Auburn University and has been making music for the past ten years. During this time, he’s really been able to figure out his sound and reason behind songwriting.

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Georgia-Pacific donates $10,000 to Auburn's TAPPI

By Landi Rutledge | News Editor | December 6

On Dec. 2, Georgia-Pacific, a large manufacturing company that specializes in making products ranging from paper to building products, donated $10,000 to the Auburn chapter of Technical Association of the Pulp and Paper Industry (TAPPI). As the students prepare for next year's national summit in Birmingham, Alabama, the donation will support the Auburn students in TAPPI.

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Auburn University Marching Band’s game day impact

By Reid Farris | Assistant Sports Editor | December 2

Everyone is well aware of the Auburn University Marching Band, but we don't always recognize the range of its impact on the university and its athletics. Not only does the AUMB create an electric atmosphere in the student section and perform at halftime of every football game but it also provides the soundtrack for many of your favorite Auburn events.

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