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Downtown living raises the bar

By Sam Butler | Sports Writer | January 30

With plenty of options for off-campus student housing in Auburn, it can be tough to decide on a place to live, especially since the number of choices can sometimes be overwhelming. Since Auburn is a college town, a few housing options feature one aspect some college students are receptive to: being situated closer to downtown.

The highs and lows of owning a business in college

By Andria Moore | Intrigue Writer | January 30

For many students, their daily routine consists of attending class, spending time with friends and doing homework. Some students do all of that while also operating a business.

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Former Plainsman editor wins for NBC coverage

By Kris Martins | Campus Reporter | January 30

When two pressure-cooker bombs exploded at the finish line of the Boston Marathon in April 2013, the FBI and media investigated to find the individuals responsible. Behind one team of media investigators was Auburn alum David Ingram working as a producer for NBC News.

Artist gives lecture to end exhibition in Biggin Gallery

By Jordan Hays | Copy Editor | January 29

A Birmingham artist gave a lecture at Biggin Hall to end her exhibition of painting and sculptures Thursday, Jan. 29, at 5 p.m., and collaborated with Andrew Kozlowski, assistant professor of art, on prints of her work.

Shorter walks beat bigger spaces

By David McKinney | Assistant Sports Editor | January 29

Nine hundred feet. From my front door to the front door of RBD library, it's exactly 900 feet. A rock thrown from my window would land on RBD's front lawn.

Tips for keeping things tidy, even in small spaces

By Emily Esleck | Editor-in-Chief | January 29

Keeping a bedroom organized is key to a functional living space. If there isn't a specific place for certain items, the room will quickly become a jumbled pigsty full of odds and ends.

For Auburn natives, college living stays closer to home

By Kyle Nazario | Intrigue Editor | January 28

When Lucy Banks, freshman in psychology, moved off campus, she said she did it to enjoy her freedom and live with her boyfriend at the time.

Students live in lap of luxury or on the cheap

By Kendyl Hollingsworth | Community Writer | January 28

For some students, deciding on a place to live off campus can be a difficult task, but Auburn offers several luxury options tailored to the needs of college students.

Rick Lowe annouced as New Breeden Scholar

By Sarah Robinson | Campus Writer | January 28

The Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art hosted Auburn University's 2015 Breeden Scholar recipient, Rick Lowe, as he gave his talk, "Social Community Engaged Art: The Genuine and the Artificial," on Thursday, Jan. 22.

Faculty and staff athletic ticket changes

By Rebecca Oliver | Campus Writer | January 27

Changes have been made to sporting event tickets. Faculty and staff will now be provided with a ticket for each individual game instead of a season pass. Employee ID cards are no longer need to be presented. This change is said to enhance security efforts by lowering the possibility of IDs becoming lost or stolen.

Auburn University online graduate programs ranked among best in the nation by U.S. News and World Report

By Anna-Claire Terry | Campus Writer | January 27

Programs that received recognition were there College of Business, the College of Education, the College of Engineering and Computer Info Technology.

SGA Senate holds first meeting of 2015

By Nicole Fulkerson | Campus Reporter | January 26

The SGA Senate held their first meeting of 2015 Monday, Jan. 26, at 7:30 p.m. Treasurer Richmond Gunter introduced a plan for future SGA cabinet members to spend the $1.3 million in the student involvement reserve fund throughout the next 4 to 5 years.

Bike-share program will roll onto campus in 2015

By Tracy Awino | Campus Reporter | January 26

Don Andrae, manager of Auburn University Parking Services, said Auburn University is bringing a bike-share program to campus that will enable students to borrow a bike for free for 24 hours. Sean Flood, CEO of the GOTCHA Group, founded the program known as GOTCHA Ride, an on-campus transportation system that allows passengers to tip the driver, according to Andrae.

University 'among most fun' schools

By Anna-Claire Terry | Campus Writer | January 25

Auburn University came in at No. 19 in Business Insider's 2014 "Top 20 Most Fun Universities" list.

Office of Sustainability releases Auburn's 'Sustainability Story'

By Rebecca Oliver | Campus Writer | January 24

According to Communications and Outreach manager Jennifer Morse, the presentation provides students with information on sustainability related organizations and initiatives they can become a part of. Morse said she hopes the presentation will give viewers information about the different aspects of sustainability and projects within the University.

To buy or to rent: Comparison of book prices

By Tracy Awino | Campus Reporter | January 23

Book prices and renting prices often differ. This contributes to the decisions students will make on whether to rent or buy, according to Russell Weldon, assistant director of the Auburn University Bookstore.

Chicken Salad Chick to open in Foy Feb. 10

By Nicole Fulkerson | Campus Reporter | January 23

Chicken Salad Chick will hold its grand opening Feb. 10 in Foy Hall after several months of construction delays.

Earning every penny: comparison of coaches and professors salaries

By Anne Dawson | Intrigue Writer | January 22

College professors and college head football coaches are paid noticeably different salaries. Gus Malzahn, head football coach, earned $3,854,500 last year, according to USA Today, while the average professor at Auburn earned $109,860 during a 12-month span from 2012-13, according to auburn.edu's factbook.

Mental Wealth Week inspires positive thought

By Rebecca Oliver | Campus Writer | January 21

Active Minds, SGA and Theta Chi fraternity are partnering to host Mental Wealth Week to raise awareness and give students the opportunity to speak out about mental health by participating in a series of events the week of Jan. 20-23.