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Beat Bama Food Drive looks ahead after success in SEC Food Fight

By Harlee Meydrech | Assistant Culture Editor | April 27

In the fight to end food insecurity, Beat Bama Food Drive hosted a two-week-long food drive competing against other SEC schools from March 31 to April 13.

Campus Safety breaks down crime log and what happens after crime is reported

By Tucker Massey | News Editor | April 26

Since 2014, only two arrests have been made in connection with rapes that appeared in Auburn's crime log. However, several factors ranging from low reporting numbers to third-party reporting may play a role in this.

The Edge to offer plant-based alternative meal on April 20

By Davis Brasfield | News Writer | April 20

Several sustainability students at Auburn have worked with Tiger Dining to provide a plant-based meal option on April 20 for a capstone project. Their goal is to highlight the benefits of making plants more common in peoples' diet.

After Title IX investigation, student left unhappy with process

By Tucker Massey | News Editor | April 17

On Feb. 16, The Plainsman received a tip outlining a student’s experience with Auburn’s Title IX office and the investigative process.

Plainsman's Choice 2023 Winners

By Plainsman Staff | April 17

In case you missed it, here's your best of Auburn 2023.

Auburn University names its 14th College of Engineering dean

By Daniel Schmidt | Assistant News Editor | April 14

Following a more than 14-month-long search that included nearly 60 applicants from around the nation, Interim Provost Vini Nathan revealed on Friday that Mario Eden, chair of the Department of Chemical Engineering, would become the next dean of the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering.

Plainsman's Choice 2023 Best Food Truck: Amsterdam

By Ethan Flynn | Campus Reporter | April 14

The ‘Dam Food Truck took its place as the top on-campus food truck in the 2023 Plainsman’s Choice for the sixth consecutive year.

Plainsman's Choice 2023 Best of Auburns Campus

By Plainsman Staff | April 14

The best of on campus is here!

Plainsman's Choice 2023 Best Student Event: Hey Day

By Tucker Massey | News Editor | April 14

Hey Day was voted as the Best Student Event for Plainsman's Choice 2023. While it only comes around once a year, its impact is felt year-round.

Plainsman's Choice 2023 Best On Campus Dining: Hey Day Market

By Sami Grace Donnelly | Columnist | April 14

Ever since its grand opening on Aug. 16, 2022, Hey Day Market has been captivating the Auburn Family. There’s no wonder it stole the show for Plainsman’s Choice Award for "Best On-Campus Dining."

Plainsman's Choice 2023 Best Student Organization: Auburn Circle

By Kacie Barrett | Podcast Writer | April 14

Poetic verses are followed by illustrations and art of graphic design with each turn of a page within The Auburn Circle tri-annual magazine. With the minds behind this work and the adoration that accompanies it, The Circle was named Plainsman’s Choice best student organization.

Plainsman's Choice 2023 Best Wings: Baumhower's Victory Grill

By My Ly | Content Editor | April 11

In a town like Auburn, bars and restaurants know that wings are paramount to a good game day experience. After nearly 300 votes from the community, Baumhower’s Victory Grill has won Plainsman’s choice for best wings for the second year in a row.

Auburn senior wins biannual Auburn Speaks competition

By Diane Pham | News Writer | April 7

Auburn Speaks, Auburn University's biannual public speaking competition, took place on the evening of April 6. Melinda Walker, senior in psychology, won the Philip Lutzenkirken Excellence in Public Speaking Award through a speech that put cussing in a positive light.

SGA Standing Committee Chairs Chosen for 2022 Term

SGA Senate announces changes to 2023 Miss Homecoming timeline

By Ethan Flynn | Campus Reporter | April 4

On Monday, SGA passed a bill announcing the timeline for the 2023 Miss Homecoming elections.

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Lee County Remembrance Project honors Black history

By Diane Pham | News Writer | March 31

The Lee County Remembrance Project was founded in an effort to remember victims of racial terror lynchings who were largely forgotten over time.

Is affordable housing in Auburn an issue for students?

By Kayleigh Freeman | News Writer | March 30

Low-income families, individuals and college students alike have had to deal with the issue of finding affordable housing in Auburn.

Auburn begins efforts to return cultural artifacts, remains

By Ethan Flynn | Campus Reporter | March 29

Auburn is home to the nation's 29th largest collection of unrepatriated Native American remains. However, through the work of Michael Walters, Auburn's current coordinator for the Native American Graves and Repatriation Act, these remains will hopefully be a thing of the past.

Has Alabama seen the effects of Aniah's Law yet?

By Tucker Massey | News Editor | March 28

In November, Aniah's Law passed with overwhelming support. However, many may be wondering if Alabama has seen any effects on public safety since the law's enactment. Rep. Chip Brown said that the law has been used and has been used in good faith.

Campus union aims to diversify recruitment

By Daniel Schmidt | Assistant News Editor | March 27

The United Campus Workers student workers' union has been active at Auburn for almost four years. However, its uses have been limited throughout the years as student workers have not been made aware of the group and its services. Now, they are hoping to change that.

Vet Set Go expands camp opportunities for future veterinarians

By Davis Brasfield | News Writer | March 26

Started in 2017, Vet Set Go offers middle school students the opportunity to attend Auburn Universityu2019s College of Veterinary Medicine Junior Vet Camp. This year is no exception, with 45 students having the ability to earn the opportunity to get a free head start on their veterinary education through the group's essay contest.