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Auburn University Campus Safety & Security investigate 'concerning social media posts'

By Connor Copeland | Assistant Managing Editor and Harlee Meydrech | Editor-in-Chief | March 13

On March 13, at 12:08 p.m., Auburn University Campus Safety & Security sent out an email regarding "concerning social media posts" made earlier that day. The Plainsman will continue to monitor this story.

UPC hosts War Eagle Karaoke Night

By Rachel Swan | Assistant News Editor | March 13

Auburn's University Program Council debuted their War Eagle Karaoke Night on March 12 in the Melton Student Center ballroom, where students had the chance to jam out to their favorite songs on stage. 

Construction begins on new dorms along Haley Concourse

By Landi Rutledge | News Editor | March 11

Construction began this week on a new residence hall along Haley Concourse, set to house 371 students and to be completed for the fall 2026 semester. University architect and assistant vice president of planning, design and construction Simon Yendle oversees construction projects across campus. The university has conducted multiple site studies according to Yendle, who described the current located as preferred by him and the Board of Trustees.

University holds annual Robert Hughes Mount Jr. poetry competition

By Brychelle Brooks | Editor-in-Chief | March 7

Auburn University's Department of English is hosting the annual Robert Hughes Mount, Jr. poetry contest sponsored by the Academy of American Poets.The prize offered is $100, a membership in the Academy of American Poets and a copy of the judge’s collection of poems, this year Nathan Spoon. The winner will be announced April 26 at the Department of English's awards ceremony. 

Aggravated assault reported on campus

By Connor Copeland | Assistant Managing Editor | March 6

On Wednesday, March 6 at 2:41 p.m., Auburn University's Department of Campus Safety and Security in a university-wide email announced a report of aggravated assault as defined by the Clery Act. 

From Selma to Auburn: Bloody Sunday's youngest marcher shares story with community

By Michaela Yielding | News Editor | March 6

Nearly 60 years ago, Lynda Blackmon Lowery, became the youngest person to have marched during Bloody Sunday, part of the history-changing protest following years of segregation in the state. Last week, she spoke to the Auburn Family at the Auburn United Methodist Church with the College of Liberal Arts Inclusive Excellence and the Caroline Marshall Draughon Center for the Arts and Humanities sponsoring the lecture.

New student organization at Auburn University pioneers support network for Black veterinary students

By Michaela Yielding | News Editor | March 1

Few veterinarians in the country are Black, and even fewer attend Auburn University. In 2023, students in the College of Veterinary Medicine and pre-veterinary medicine undergraduate students formed the Student Association of Black Veterinarians with the goal of empowering and connecting those interested in the field.

Aubie celebrates 45 years

By Rachel Swan | Assistant News Editor | February 28

On Wednesday, Feb. 28, Aubie the Tiger celebrated his 45th birthday in the Melton Student Center. Just days prior, a new bronze statue of Aubie was unveiled on campus.

Aubie the Tiger statue unveiled outside student center

By Rachel Swan | Assistant News Editor | February 25

Saturday, Feb. 24, the Aubie the Tiger statue was unveiled outside of the Melton Student Center in front of a large crowd of students, alumni and supporters. The statue comes just weeks after Aubie's 11th UCA Mascot National Championship victory.

Auburn University to unveil Aubie statue on Saturday, Feb. 24

By Kristen Carr | Editor-in-Chief | February 20

Auburn University announced Tuesday that it will unveil a bronze statue of Aubie the Tiger on Saturday, Feb. 24.  

Auburn’s first therapy dog, Moose, dies at age 15

By Brychelle Brooks | Editor-in-Chief and Kaylee LaPlante | Campus Writer | February 20

Auburn University's beloved first therapy dog Moose died last month. From his time as a detection dog for the university to his transition to therapy work, Moose was described as "extraordinary" and "miraculous."

AUDM holds 13th annual dance event

By Rachel Swan | Assistant News Editor | February 19

On Saturday, Feb. 17, Auburn University Dance Marathon held its 13th annual dance party to raise support and awareness for a network of children's hospital across the country. This year, the organization raised $356,036.24, a significant increase from 2023.

Road closures expected during War Eagle Run Fest

By Stuart Dyos | Business Reporter | February 16

As the War Eagle Run Fest takes place on Sunday morning, it is important to be aware of what roads will be impacted by the event. Find out which roads and lanes will be closed during the race.

Auburn offers an online master of science in brewing

By Carrington Romanick | Community Writer | February 16

Auburn University has expanded the brewery science program to include a master’s of science degree. Not only is it one of the first degrees of its kind, the program is also completely online. 

UPC hosts Mardi Gras on the Plains

By Michaela Yielding | News Editor | February 15

In celebration of the ever-popular holiday, UPC hosted Mardi Gras on the Plains, complete with kings cakes, a sea food boil and masquerade masks. 

No classes held in Miller Hall for remainder of semester

By Kristen Carr | Editor-in-Chief | February 14

Areas of Miller Hall are now open after the building was previously closed on Jan. 12 due to findings of mold in the building, however, classes scheduled to meet in Miller will be moved to alternate classrooms and will meet in those classrooms for the remainder of the spring semester. After initial remediation efforts by the university, Risk Management and Safety will continue to test the air in the building for eight weeks and then periodically following that date.

SKILL seeks to provide "level playing field" for students with learning differences

By Tucker Massey | Content Editor | February 12

SKILL is a program that is offered to students who exhibit learning differences and executive functioning challenges. Mandi Buckalew, the program's director, said she wants people to know about their services and how impactful they can be.

University hosts voter registration event with the League of Women Voters

By Michaela Yielding | News Editor | February 7

The 2024 election cycle is underway. The League of Women Voters held a voter registration drive in the Ralph Brown Draughon Library Feb. 6 to encourage students to participate in the upcoming elections. Those who have not yet registered must do so by Feb. 19 to vote in the primary election and Oct. 21 to vote in the general election.