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PLAINSMAN'S CHOICE | Best of campus

By Ally Northridge | Content Editor | July 3

In 2025, the Plainsman staff voted for three winners in the campus section in the annual Plainsman's Choice awards. Categories include: Best tradition, best on-campus dining and best student event.

Auburn University Regional Airport received bomb threat, no AU Alert issued

By Jennifer Santiago | Lifestyle Editor | June 14

The Auburn University Regional Airport received a bomb threat on June 11, 2025, at 1:32 p.m. After determining the threat was not credible, the Auburn Police Department administratively closed the case, and the Auburn University Department of Campus Safety and Security chose to not issue an AU Alert. 

Auburn University facing lawsuit on the basis of racial discrimination

By Brychelle Brooks | Editor-in-Chief | June 6

Auburn University is facing a lawsuit filed by current employee Henry Moreman. Moreman is suing on the claim that the University has discriminated him based on his race. The suit is being filed under the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which outlawed discrimination on the basis of race, “color,” national origin and sex. Moreman’s case is set for December 2026 as a jury trial. 

All eyes forward on The Plains: New 'state-of-the-art' videoboard to light up Jordan-Hare in 2025

By Gunner Norene | Sports Writer | June 6

It's a new era on The Plains, as the brand new north endzone videoboard is set to make its debut this September inside Jordan-Hare Stadium. Breaking ground in the summer of 2024, the $25.7 million addition will replace the previous scoreboard, built in 1987, and compliment the existing south endzone videoboard, which is the largest videoboard in college football.

Office of Undergraduate Admissions under scrutiny for alleged illegal actions, mass exodus of staff

By Sami Grace Donnelly | Editor-in-Chief | May 9

Several people close to Auburn's Office of Undergraduate Admissions have come forward, sharing their stories about "unethical and potentially illegal" activities being done in the Quad Center. 

Auburn University visas restored

By Brychelle Brooks | Editor-in-Chief | May 8

Approximately 15 Auburn University international students and scholars have had their visas revoked because of “past criminal infractions.” Part of a national crackdown, Auburn University is one of numerous colleges and universities facing waves of visa revocations and record terminations led by the Department of State and Homeland Security. However, as of April 30, 2025, these 15 visas have been restored.

EN ESPAÑOL | Revocación de visados: Lo que necesitas saber

April 25

Aproximadamente 15 estudiantes y becarios internacionales de la Universidad de Auburn han visto revocados sus visados por «infracciones penales cometidas en el pasado». Como parte de una ofensiva nacional, la Universidad de Auburn es una de las numerosas universidades que se enfrentan a oleadas de revocaciones de visados y cancelaciones de expedientes dirigidas por el Departamento de Estado y Seguridad Nacional.

A sparkling tradition: SGA's Ring Night

By Railey McCord | News Writer | April 25

On Thursday, April 24, Auburn University’s Student Government Association hosted its spring Ring Night. Ring Night occurs twice a year, once in the fall and once in the spring, to celebrate those who purchased a ring and alumni by guiding them through the tradition of cursing and then uncursing their commemorative Auburn class ring.  

Auburn University student visas revoked: What you should know

By Brychelle Brooks | Editor-in-Chief , Sami Grace Donnelly | Editor-in-Chief and Michaela Yielding | News Editor | April 24

Approximately 15 Auburn University international students and scholars have had their visas revoked because of “past criminal infractions.” Part of a national crackdown, Auburn University is one of numerous colleges and universities facing waves of visa revocations and record terminations led by the Department of State and Homeland Security.  

Auburn ranked among top 100 best places to live in America

By Sam Vise | Assistant Culture Editor | April 24

Auburn has been ranked among the top 100 best places to live in the U.S. in 2025, according to a report by Livability. Livability is an online platform that helps individuals find cities to live, work and raise families in. 

Grace Valentine encourages Auburn women to lead with faith

By Olivia Garrett | News Writer | April 24

On Tuesday, April 22, Auburn University Panhellenic women filled the Student Activities Center for an evening of encouragement with author and speaker Grace Valentine. Hosted by Zeta Tau Alpha sorority, the event aimed to unite women across campus through faith based guidance and practical advice for navigating life as a college student.

Auburn's Take Back the Night Walk advocates for all victims of sexual violence

By Jennifer Santiago | Lifestyle Editor | April 24

On Wednesday, April 23, Auburn University's Generation Action hosted the city’s inaugural Take Back the Night Walk, a long-standing, national movement against sexual and domestic violence. With around 40 protestors, the march began at Toomer’s Corner and ended at the Campus Green, where participants recited poems and survivor stories and received community resources for all victims of violence.  

Campus Dining partners with the Office of Sustainability

By Landi Rutledge | News Editor | April 23

Auburn University is bringing more sustainability to its campus as composters and reusable to-go containers become the newest addition.

SGA's 2025 Final Lecture: Trust and relationships at Auburn

By Railey McCord | News Writer | April 23

On Tuesday, April 22, Auburn’s Student Government Association hosted its annual Final Lecture, featuring Eric Negangard. Negangard, an associate professor of accountancy, spoke about his personal experiences with technology and building relationships in a lecture entitled, “Trust in Your Tiger Stripes: The Importance of Relationships and Trust.” 

Auburn UPC hosts Earth Day Extravaganza

By Amanda Machamer | Assistant News Editor | April 22

On Tuesday, April 22, Auburn UPC hosted their Earth Day Extravaganza. Over 20 on-campus and community organizations showcased their causes through informational graphics and fun activities. The event, which ran from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., featured activities like flower bouquet making, t-shirt stamping and other crafts. 

2025-2026 Tiger Paws announced at Cater Hall

By Kate Mills | News Writer | April 19

On Thursday, April 17, the members of the 2025-2026 Auburn University Tiger Paws team were annouced on the back steps of Cater Hall. Eager candidates and their families and friends waited to see whose names would be announced. 

SGA Lobby Board hosts discussion with Representative Jeremy Gray

By Amanda Machamer | Assistant News Editor | April 16

On Thursday, April 10 at 6 p.m., the Auburn University SGA Lobby Board hosted Alabama State House Representative Jeremy Gray from District 83. The discussion took place in Lowder Hall, with a focus on higher education, and specific questions related to Gray’s career in politics. 

Auburn Campus Dining expands with renovations at The Edge and campus-wide opening of Wellness Kitchen

By Rachel Swan | Operations Editor | April 11

Auburn University’s campus dining options are expanding with two major projects at The Edge at Central Dining. Renovations will take place on the ground floor to create a frictionless convenience store and a three-stall food hall. In addition to the new dining options coming to The Edge, next school year the Wellness Kitchen will be open to all students.