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Student Ticketing Appeals Committee forms after SGA debate

By Chris Heaney | Campus Reporter | September 18

The Student Ticketing Appeals Committee was formed to determine if appeals to have penalty points revoked are valid.

Biggin presents Philadelphia artists

By Natalie Beckerink | Campus Writer | September 18

Auburn’s art community gathered Monday night for the opening of the "I YOU WE WHO ME" exhibit, featuring the creative talents of Adam Lovitz, Ashley Wick and Patrick Maguire.

Morgan Gaston crowned 2017 Miss Homecoming

By Staff Report | September 16

Auburn University's 2017 Miss Homecoming is Morgan Gaston. Gaston was announced the winning candidate of the top five during half-time of the homecoming game against Mercer.

Auburn homecoming weekend starts off with annual parade

By Mikayla Burns | Managing Editor | September 16

Auburn fans of all ages gathered downtown to celebrate the 2017 season at this year’s homecoming parade. The University’s parade is an old homecoming tradition and was revived in 2010 by the SGA to celebrate the Auburn Spirit.

Former Auburn president named interim state superintendent

By Sam Willoughby | Community Editor | September 15

An Auburn University alum is now leading the state of Alabama's education system, at least for the time being.

SPLC webinar encourages nonviolent protest

By Elizabeth Hurley | Campus Writer | September 15

In light of recent events on college campuses around the country involving the alt- right movement, the Southern Poverty Law Center presented a webinar to college administrators and students about how to nonviolently protest the alt-right movement when supporters arrive on campus.  Director of Marketing for the SPLC, Seth Levi, gave a web presence today to give advice on how to react to hate groups on campus nonviolently and positively. In April of 2017, Auburn University made national news when white nationalist Richard Spencer came to campus to present his message.

West Georgia Auburn Club reaches funding goal

By Staff Report | September 15

This summer the West Georgia Auburn Club achieved its campaign goal of $1 million for a scholarship endowment Students from West Georgia who meet the academic criteria, regardless of class year, are eligible for the scholarship upon being enrolled at Auburn.

Auburn Libraries launches 'Discover Auburn Women of Distinction' lecture series

By William Finney | Campus Writer | September 14

Auburn University Libraries kicked off the celebration of 125 years of Auburn women with a lecture series from Joyce Gillie Gossom, author of "Why are they following me?." 

PREVIEW: homecoming events for this weekend

By Cole McCauley | Campus Writer | September 14

Auburn University will host several events from Friday, Sept. 15 till Sunday, Sept. 17

Friends of Aubie begin dressing Aubie for 2017

By Morgan Kirkland | Campus Writer | September 13

The Aubie Committee is a student involvement opportunity that allows students to get acquainted with Auburn’s biggest fan, Aubie.  The Aubie Committee is not your average campus club.  The committee gives students a chance to get to know Aubie and help create his famous props seen at athletic events, pep rallies, skits and other events.

Auburn Foods: Exploring where our food comes from

By Rowland Sauls | Community Writer | September 13

The Plainsman will begin a series of stories looking into the participants and members of Auburn Foods.  Auburn Foods is an organization which brings together campus food venues and food processing and production in Auburn, both on campus and off.

Former NASA astronaut to speak at Alumni Center

By Staff Report | September 13

This Friday, held in conjunction with the This is Auburn Speaker Series, former NASA astronaut and Auburn alumna Jan Davis will present “An Auburn Astronaut: My Journey into Space.”

Executive associate athletics director Meredith Jenkins removed from Title IX deputy coordinator position

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | September 13

A University spokesperson confirmed Jenkin's removal Wednesday morning.

Meet Miss Homecoming candidate Nicole Finley

By Lily Jackson | Managing Editor | September 12

There was no question for Nicole Finley on what her homecoming platform would be.

Meet Miss Homecoming candidate Kayla Warner

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | September 12

None of the comfortable, easy platforms felt right for candidate Kayla Warner.

COLUMN: Best ways to get around campus

By Aidan Lambrecht | Lifestyle Writer | September 12

Each Auburn student will have to get around campus for four or more years, so finding a method of transportation that is quick, efficient and enjoyable is an integral part of streamlining their time at Auburn.

City officials gather at Toomer's Corner to promote intersection safety

By Kailey Beth Smith | Community Writer | September 12

The sun shone brightly over the plains on Friday, as local officials and campus representatives met to discuss traffic and pedestrian safety in the community. 

Dr. Leo Twiggs opens Mother Emanuel exhibit

By Elizabeth Hurley | Campus Writer | September 12

The crowd spilled out of the door of the Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art on Friday night as Auburn students and members of the Auburn community awaited Leo Twiggs’ presentation of his collection Requiem for Mother Emanuel.