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AU Players set the stage for centennial celebration

By Corey Williams | Campus Editor | January 13

Auburn University's theatre program celebrates its 100th anniversary this year. To mark the occasion, the AU Players will host a reunion for past and present members.

Eliminate hazing, eliminate a culture

By Becky Hardy | Editor-in-Chief | January 13

After Sigma Chi fraternity was kicked off campus starting January 2014, the University's Greek life programs have continued to work to eliminate the hazing culture.

The College of Engineering expands with a tribology minor

By Keely Shearer | January 13

The new tribology minor specializes in the study of contact, friction, wear and lubrication of surfaces.

Auburn Students React to Loss

By Kristofer Sims / MULTIMEDIA EDITOR | January 9

Plains to Plate eatery to replace Go Greek in Lupton Hall

By Corey Williams | Campus Editor | January 7

Go Greek, previously located on the bottom floor of Lupton Hall in The Quad, moved locations this semester. Glenn Loughridge, Director of Dining Services at Auburn University, cleared up some misconceptions. "Go Greek is not closing, it is just moving.

Locking down security

By Travis Herrmann | Contributing Writer | December 14

One year after the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting, Auburn University staff is working to prevent a similar tragedy.

Relay for Life rocks cancer with Battle of the Bands in January

By Corey Williams | Campus Editor | December 6

With the help of the American Cancer Society, the organization raises money to contribute to cancer research development and awareness. "Let's Rock Cancer: Battle of the Bands" will take place Thursday, Jan. 9, 2014, at SkyBar from 10 p.m.-2 p.m. the next day. Throughout the month of November, several bands and solo artists competed for a chance to perform at the event.

Day in the Life of a Starbucks barista

By Kyle Nazario / CAMPUS WRITER | December 5

They always told me I'd end up as a barista from majoring in journalism. The Friday before Thanksgiving break, I practiced for my future day job by spending some time behind the counter at the Starbucks in the Student Center.

Auburn holsters guns on campus despite new law

By Kyle Nazario / CAMPUS WRITER | December 4

Everyone who walks onto Auburn University's campus must leave behind all shotguns, pistols, revolvers, starter guns, silencers, Tasers, bows, arrows, slingshots, swords, crossbows, brass knuckles, fireworks and anything else that shoots, stabs or explodes.

Auburn joins the wizarding world

By Ashtyne Cole / INTRIGUE WRITER | November 27

Similar to the wizards in Harry Potter, the students in Auburn's Harry Potter AUror Alliance swoop in to save the day through the magic of service.

The Secular Student Alliance offers sanctuary on conservative campus

By Jordan Hays | Copy Editor | November 27

A good way to start a fight is to talk about religion. Tell someone they are wrong about their beliefs and an ideological boxing match will ensue.

Through personal experience, professor makes a difference

By Becky Hardy | Editor-in-Chief | November 25

Single mother of two, professor, co-director for BraveHearts, project coordinator for the social work programs in Lee County and cancer survivor are only some of the roles Angie Burque takes on everyday.

Student to brave pre-Iron Bowl Black Friday to score big deals

By Maddie Yerant | Managing Editor | November 25

For many Auburn stores and residents, Nov. 29, 2013 will be more than just the day before the Iron Bowl.

Freedom 21 wages war on human trafficking

By Corey Williams | Campus Editor | November 22

Human trafficking is a problem in other parts of the world, but many do not realize how close to home the issue hits.

Director discusses "Ultimate Christian Wrestling" film at screening Nov. 21

By Caitlin Shostak / CAMPUS WRITER | November 22

The New Media Club held a screening of "Ultimate Christian Wrestling" Nov. 21, which was attended by director Jae-Ho Chang.

'Well, good golly Miss Molly, you're rocking and rolling'

By Ben Hohenstentt / Campus Reporter | November 22

Today's pop culture embraces MDMA, or Molly, as an iconic representation of freedom and fun

Get rich or teach tryin'

November 22

Auburn professors earn more in SEC, but faculty is paid less nationally

Video: This Week on the Plains | 11.21.13

November 21

College of Architecture, Design and Construction builds nature-friendly walkway

By Keely Shearer / CAMPUS WRITER | November 20

A new walkway was built for the College of Veterinary Medicine's Southeastern Raptor Center to allow more people to be able to visit the birds at the center.

Students welcome to submit designs for new UPC logo contest

By Caitlin Shostak / CAMPUS WRITER | November 18

The University Program Council, UPC, is holding a design contest to find a new logo for the organization.