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University Senate approves proposal to limit number of repeat courses

By Nicole Fulkerson | Campus Reporter | February 3

The University Senate voted on and approved a proposal that will limit the number of times a student can repeat a class in which they receive a D or F at their meeting Tuesday, Feb. 3, in Broun Hall Auditorium.

PEAK in college with new counseling program

By Sarah Robinson | Campus Writer | February 3

The Performance Enhancement in Academics and Knowledge-Acquisition program, designed to help improve the academic performance of students who feel they lack the ability to perform as well they could will begin its "brown bag" lunch sessions on Feb. 5.

Auburn board of trustees to hold meeting at AUM Campus

By Nicole Fulkerson | Campus Reporter | February 3

The Auburn board of trustees will hold its second meeting of 2015 at Auburn University at Montgomery on Feb. 6, at 9 a.m. in the Taylor Center. The Provost will propose the approval of construction of a two-building academic classroom and laboratory complex to replace Allison and Parker Halls, and the selection of the architect and construction manager. This project would provide classrooms and instructional laboratories, according to the board of trustees' meeting agenda.

SGA Senate members introduce dining options to be voted on in spring election

By Nicole Fulkerson | Campus Reporter | February 2

The student body now has the chance to choose the newest dining venue on campus. Senators Walker Byrd and Elizabeth Moody introduced three options for students to vote on in the spring election at the SGA Senate meeting Monday, Feb. 2.

Students stay safe in Auburn when choosing where to live

February 2

The majority of Auburn students enjoy the perks of living in local off-campus housing. Several factors go into choosing where to live off-campus -- safety among them.

Students weigh in on living alone or with roommates

By Tracy Awino | Campus Reporter | February 2

In a college living situation, students may assume having roommates is the best -- and only -- choice. However, living alone is always an option.

Toomer's Oaks returning to Auburn Feb. 14

University asking fans not to roll new Toomer's Oaks

February 2

Two new live oaks will be planted at Toomer's Corner Feb. 14.

Professor honored by France

By Tracy Awino | Campus Reporter | February 2

Samia Spencer, French professor emerita, was recently inducted into the National Order of Merit.

Students go above and beyond decorating their homes

By Andria Moore | Intrigue Writer | February 1

Auburn students are not just talented in academics and sports, but also design.Allison Miller, senior in interior design who lives at Two 21 Armstrong, said she couldn't believe how well her apartment turned out.

Miss Auburn University 2015 Jessie Garrison

Jessie Garrison crowned Miss Auburn University 2015

By Nicole Fulkerson | Campus Reporter | January 31

The Audience cheered and rose to their feet as Jessie Garrison was crowned Miss Auburn University 2015 at Auburn High School's Preforming Arts Center Saturday, Jan. 28.

RAs dish on how to deal with difficult roommates

By Rachel Sprouse | Assistant Online Editor | January 31

For some people, a roommate is a best friend they live with. For others, it's a person they share a living space with until the end of the academic year.

Decluttering makes for spring cleaning every season

January 30

Many students only have one small room to call their own, and if they're on campus, it's even smaller. The lack of space makes it nearly impossible not to make a mess.

Theta Chi chapters at Auburn and Alabama compete for cause

By Tracy Awino | Campus Reporter | January 30

Auburn University and the University of Alabama's Theta Chi chapters are competing to raise money for United Service Organizations, according to Thomas Miller, Auburn's Theta Chi president and junior in accounting.

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.