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Downtown Auburn creates the Enneagram Series

By Abigail Murphy | Operations Editor | March 17

The Downtown Auburn Merchants Association has started a series that sorts some of the downtown businesses into the nine Enneagram types. With four more types to go, Jessica Kohn, downtown coordinator, explains how she got the idea and bit about the process.

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'It's a harsh truth that had to be said'

By Jack West | Editor-in-Chief | March 15

Originally from a small town in the middle of Georgia, Josh Herring came to Auburn as a computer science major. With square, metal-frame glasses, wide shoulders and a really easy smile, he kind of fits into a lovable computer geek mold. If you're attempting a heist, Herring looks a little bit like the guy with the computers who hacks the mainframe from the van and fires off one-liners before he tells you that the vault door has been unlocked. But computer science got old. Fast. And after a little more than a year, he took a sharp turn.

Well Red offers more than a cup of Joe

By Abigail Woods | Culture Editor | March 14

Well Red offers coffee, wine tastings, and a bookstore on Opelika Road near downtown Auburn.

Freshman triplets join Auburn's chorus

By Abby Winskowicz | Lifestyle Writer | March 11

Becca, Will and Hays Jones are triplets who joined the Auburn Women's and Men's Chorus. They discuss how they all got into music and how their paths have differed with their musical pursuits.

Blue Ribbon Dairy supplies local milk to Auburn businesses

By Maggie Horton | Lifestyle Writer | March 9

Michaela Wilson, owner-operator of Blue Ribbon Dairy, explains the ins-and-outs of running the dairy farm and a little about their history.

The pandemic reboots TV shows for college students

By Emery Lay | Lifestyle Writer | March 6

Students reflect on the role of streaming services during the pandemic and Eleanor Patterson, an assistant professor, explains the historical trends of TV as a medium.

Quarantine brings people to the kitchen

By Collins Keith | Podcast Editor | March 3

Quarantine gave people the time to self reflect and to learn new skills. One way students have escaped boredom and saved money during quarantine was by cooking.

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Poke bowls come to Auburn

By Sophie Goodwin | Lifestyle writer | March 3

The manager of Pokémen tells what their business has to offer and why they started their restaurant.

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Wildlife student documents biodiversity with art

By Abigail Woods | Culture Editor | March 1

Kayleigh Chalkowski, fourth-year doctoral student, travels to a variety of places studying wildlife and creates art of the organisms she finds along the way.

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Student-artists paint in the name of BLM

By Abigail Murphy | Operations Editor | February 27

Two of Auburn University Black Graduate and Professional Student Association's artwork contest winners discuss how their piece relates to Black Lives Matter and their process in creating the artwork.

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Virtual career fairs have positive impact on students and employers

By Maggie Horton | Lifestyle Writer | February 24

Mary Katherine Brasher, employer relations coordinator at Auburn University, gives insight on how virtual career fairs have been running and what feedback they have received.

Honors College celebrates Random Acts of Kindness Day

By Abby Winskowicz | Lifestyle Writer | February 24

The honors college reflects on their event for random acts of kindness day, which had activities like the "wall of encouragement" and writing letters to loved ones.

Be Well Hut promotes Love Your Body Week

By Emery Lay | Lifestyle Writer | February 23

Abbigail Hickey, the coordinator of Nutrition Services, explains how the pandemic could affect eating disorders and how Be Well Hut's Love Your Body Week brings awareness to the situation.

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Graduating seniors give advice to their freshmen selves

By Abigail Woods | Culture Editor | February 22

Three graduating seniors look back at their time at Auburn and tell what they have learned from their college experience.

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Small businesses keep community during the pandemic

By Becca Benner | Culture Writer | February 20

Coffee Cat and Whistle Stop Bottle and Brew explain how they are using pop up bookshops and puzzle exchanges to connect with customers.

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Nature center hosts Zentangle art workshops

By Emery Lay | Lifestyle Writer | February 18

Kreher Preserve Nature Center has partnered with Heather Jackson, Auburn alumna and certified Zentangle teacher, to host the Nature Art Series. Zentangle is an art form that uses line patterns to cultivate relaxation.

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Early 2000s trends make a comeback

By Kara Mautz | Culture Writer | February 16

Abby Williamson, junior in apparel merchandising, tells what early 2000s trends she has noticed back in style and why this past decade's fashion maybe coming back.

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Friendships strengthen during Galentine’s Day

By Abigail Woods | Culture Editor | February 13

Businesses and individuals share the importance of Galentine's Day for them and some of their traditions for the holiday.

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Demand for oat milk rises at local coffee shops

By Maggie Horton | Lifestyle Writer | February 9

Coffee shops explain why oat milk has gained in popularity along with some of its pros and cons.

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Side hustles provide extra income for AU students

By Maggie Horton | Lifestyle Writer | February 6

From jewelry making to home improvement projects, students share how they make extra income while being a full-time student.