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Glimpse into Auburn University of past and present

By Codie Smith | Intrigue Writer | March 6

Most Auburn students can recall memories from their time at the University, such as rolling Toomer’s Corner, cheering “War Eagle” at football games and enjoying a sandwich at Momma G’s.

Former female SGA president hopes for more leadership diversity

By Andria Moore | Intrigue Writer | March 6

Since 1922, Auburn University SGA has had more than 90 presidents who have been able to improve the University in a multitude of ways.

#ThrowbackThursday: Looking back to 1965

March 5

The Auburn Plainsman from 50 years ago, four days before the "Bloody Sunday" march in Selma. The Auburn Plainsman 1965

The Civil War goes digital

By Caitlin Shostak l Contributing Writer | March 4

Historian Edward Ayers isn’t interested in dead people. Instead, Ayers is finding new ways to understand the complexities of the Civil War more than 150 years later by digitizing history. “I know what you’re thinking,” Ayers said.

This year marks the seven-year anniversary of the death of Lauren Burk, a freshman who was abducted and murdered March 4, 2008. (Contributed)

University sends safety reminder in Lauren Burk’s memory

By Staff Report | March 4

The University sent a mass email about campus safety to students March 4, at approximately 9:45 a.m.

UPC and the Red Barn hosts first upcoming artist in series of March concerts

By Grace McLaughlin | Contributing Writer | March 3

A series of concerts featuring upcoming artists kicked off Tuesday, March 3, featuring openers AUCapella and MelAUdic and main act Humming House. The series, put on by The University Program Council is being held at the Red Barn on Donahue Drive, and will continue throughout the month of March.

Professor turns a home into poetry

By Rebecca Oliver | Campus Writer | March 3

Kelly Jolley, philosophy professor, has written a book of poetry titled “Stony Lonesome.” Jolley said the poems in the book are inspired by the Noble Hall historic plantation home on Shelton Mill Road in Auburn, formerly known as Stony Lonesome. “Most of the poems are about the place itself and people I’ve known who have lived there throughout the years,” Jolley said. Jolley said his walks with former resident and Auburn University emeriti English professor Ward Allen on the farm at Stony Lonesome inspired many of the poems in his book. “Stony Lonesome” was published by New Plains Press publisher Johnny Summerfield, who said what made him want to publish the book was how it dealt with questions of philosophy, language and religion in its descriptions of experiences at Stony Lonesome. “Philosophers create their knowledge through experience,” Summerfield said. According to Jolley, his passion for writing poetry and his career as a philosophy professor are linked by his admiration for good writing. “I like philosophers who are concerned with writing well,” Jolley said.

The Plainsman launches new website

By Staff Report | March 3

ThePlainsman.com launched its new website Monday, Feb. 23. The Plainsman’s new website includes detailed section drop down bars for easier maneuvering through the site, top-story slideshows on every section page and updated video and gallery sections.

Student Counseling Services offers Zen Den

By Tracy Awino | Campus Reporter | March 3

Student Counseling Services offers a relaxation and stress management service known as the Zen Den and includes massage and biofeedback free of charge to students, according to Jan Miller, licensed psychologist and coordinator of the Zen Den.“The Zen Den rooms are two of them, one of them is the ...

Parts of Heisman Drive to be closed until August

By Nicole Fulkerson | Campus Reporter | March 3

The westbound lanes of Heisman Drive, which runs from the Stadium Parking Deck to South Donahue Drive, will be closed starting March 2 through late August. The roads will close to enable the construction of the new 200-foot wide Jordan-Hare Stadium video board, the largest in college football history.

New officers announce goals at first SGA meeting

By Haley Lanigan | Campus Writer | March 2

The first meeting of the 2015-16 SGA took place Monday, March 2. The meeting began with the new executive officers announcing their goals and qualifications.

Student's petition for Krispy Kreme gains rapid support

By Kris Martins | Campus Reporter | March 2

Allie McCafferty, freshman in undeclared math and science, took her Krispy Kreme doughnut craving to the Internet, and it seems she wasn’t alone. McCafferty created a petition to build a Krispy Kreme Doughnuts in Auburn on change.org on Feb.

International Student Organization's World Fair brings culture to the concourse

By Rachel Sprouse | Assistant Online Editor | February 28

On the Haley Concourse today, students and faculty were able to learn about other cultures at the International Student Organization's World Fair. Various organizations, such as the Indian Student Association and the Taiwan Student Association, set up displays to share their upcoming events and culture with Auburn's campus.

Kesha and Nelly to perform at Auburn Airwaves

By Corey Williams | Campus Editor | February 26

Auburn’s University Program’s Council announced the lineup for the 2015 Auburn Airwaves concert Feb.

UPDATE: Phi Delta Theta's fraternity charter officially suspended

By Corey Williams | Campus Editor | February 26

Phi Delta Theta's fraternity charter has been suspended. Randy Reed, member of Phi Delta Theta's House Corporation Board, confirmed the fraternity will not return to campus until 2017.

One step closer to building student memorial

By Nicole Fulkerson | Campus Reporter | February 25

A student memorial is becoming more of a reality as the SGA student senate passed resolutions to initiate building a student memorial on campus. At its meeting Feb.

Free textbook proposal moves on to next stage

By Haley Lanigan | Campus Writer | February 25

Sen. Walker Byrd said the idea behind open resources is to provide students with inexpensive access to online textbooks.

Graphic design student takes home judge’s choice award

By Haley Lanigan | Campus Writer | February 25

Sara Hagale, senior in graphic design, won the Judge’s Choice Award at the American Institute of Graphic Arts Atlanta Student Pin-Up show where several Auburn graphic design students showcased their work Jan.

Editorial: Step up to the platform, Auburn students

By Editorial Staff | Spring 2015 | February 25

This year on the Auburn SGA's ballot, the Auburn students will have one option for president, vice president and treasurer. The candidates are running unopposed and will probably step directly into office on March 1st.

PLUS program gains support from Alumni

By Tracy Awino | Campus Reporter | February 24

The Auburn Alumni Association recently increased its commitment to the funding of the Provost Leadership Undergraduate Scholarship, according to Steve Inabinet, coordinator of scholarship programs at the Office of Alumni Affairs. According to Overtoun Jenda, associate provost for diversity and multicultural affairs, the PLUS program provides scholarships to promote diversity on campus.