Campus

Auburn University releases reopening plan for fall

By Jack West | Editor-in-Chief | July 8

The University has released a plan, "A Healthier U," which details the changes being made to Auburn's campus and schedule to allow for reopening this fall. Included in the plan is a revised fall schedule, apps to report your symptoms and mask guidelines for University buildings.

The Quad residence halls on Friday, Feb. 9, 2018, in Auburn, Ala.

University Housing announces ‘Safe and Simple’ fall move-in

By Tim Nail | Campus Editor | July 7

Auburn’s move-in process has been modified this fall for incoming on-campus residents because of the coronavirus. Check-in will be curbside and there will be no volunteers.

Campus Rec reopens today with new safety measures

By Virginia Speirs | Campus Writer | July 7

The Rec will offer both in-person classes and live classes through Zoom. Sanitization will be scheduled throughout the day, but masks are required when moving through common areas.

Auburn's campus reopens with new social distancing strategies in place

By Tim Nail | Campus Editor | June 30

With thousands of students and faculty expected back this fall, Monday's reopening was the University's first opportunity to test strategies for containing the spread of COVID-19 on campus.

Transportation Services updates incoming for summer, fall

By Tim Nail | Campus Editor | June 25

The Plainsman spoke to Transportation Services director Don Andrae, who outlined safe health practices being introduced to campus transportation and detailed a new scooter share program launching this fall.

RA training to be shorter and online this year

By Virginia Speirs | Campus Writer | June 23

In past years, RA training has been two weeks long and in person. Now, due to social distancing protocols, training will be reduced to five virtual days.

The COVID-19 outbreak has seen many University operations altered in response.

Face masks required in University facilities starting today

By Tim Nail | Campus Editor | June 22

The new policy applies to all buildings and includes classrooms and laboratories, except private offices and residence hall rooms, according to the University.

A member of Delta Zeta sorority wears a Bid Day headband during Bid Day 2017 on Friday, Aug. 18, 2017 in Auburn, Ala.

Auburn Panhellenic announces revised recruitment plan

By Virginia Speirs | Campus Writer | June 21

There are three options for the new sorority recruitment schedule, which will be held the week of Aug. 8-15.

How Auburn plans to reopen campus in the fall

By Collins Keith | Assistant Campus Editor | June 18

Students and University employees can expect a COVID-19 contact-tracing app, class recordings, physical distancing in classrooms and policies on face coverings and backup faculty as they return in August.

Provost announces on-campus classes will be over by Thanksgiving

By Tim Nail | Campus Editor | June 16

The fall 2020 semester will begin on Aug. 17 as originally planned and end on face-to-face on Nov. 24, the Tuesday before Thanksgiving, according to Provost Bill Hardgrave.

Auburn University President Jay Gogue speaks during a reception celebrating his legacy on Tuesday, May 23, 2017 in Auburn, Ala.

Gogue announces groups to address building names, further actions to address 'racial inequities'

By Jack West | Editor-in-Chief | June 16

In a virtual University Senate meeting, the University president announced two different groups which will look at both the names of buildings on campus and other 'tangible' actions the school can take to address problems related to race on campus.

University releases August commencement details

By Tim Nail | Campus Editor | June 16

Two ceremonies in Jordan-Hare Stadium are scheduled — one at 7 a.m. and one at 7 p.m. Livestreams of the ceremonies will be available for those who cannot attend.

Auburn voices from the pandemic: 'There were people that I’m not gonna ever get to see again.'

By Collins Keith | Assistant Campus Editor | June 16

Emily Williams, a spring 2020 graduate in social work, on graduating during the COVID-19 pandemic: "There were people that I’m not gonna ever get to see again."

Halls L and M designated as quarantine, isolation housing in fall

By Destini Ambus | Campus Reporter | June 15

No staff will be living with the residents in the quarantine and isolation housing, but there will be a list of numbers to call if they need assistance.

Auburn University gives guidelines on campus events after June 29

By Tim Nail | Campus Editor | June 11

Most events will only be allowed fewer than 50 people, though a few larger events may take place "provided the events ensure appropriate physical distancing," the University said.

AU history faculty publishes list of campus buildings named for white supremacists

By Jack West | Editor-in-Chief , Tim Nail | Campus Editor and Collins Keith | Assistant Campus Editor | June 11

At least 10 buildings on Auburn's campus are named for Confederates, segregationists, white supremacists or their relatives. A recent map compiled by professors in the history department shows which buildings have problematic names.

University says it will 'avoid' firing employees because of COVID costs

By Jack West | Editor-in-Chief | June 10

Despite an estimated $27 million in costs related to the ongoing pandemic, Auburn's executive vice president said the University will avoid layoffs in the upcoming year.

Petition calls for University to rename Wallace Hall

By Tim Nail | Campus Editor | June 7

Students in the College of Architecture, Design and Construction say Wallace’s name is not befitting of their program’s building because of his legacy.

Gogue seeks task force on 'meaningful change' for Auburn black community

By Tim Nail | Campus Editor | June 5

Gogue said he has listened to black student leaders across campus who have shared their thoughts on Auburn's future in the wake of protests.

'Home Works' program allows education students to teach K-6 remotely

By Virginia Speirs | Campus Writer | June 4

Education students have worked on the program in place of a state and national requirement to have a certain number of hours spent face-to-face with children.