Culture

Professors and their professional mishaps

By Kailey Beth Smith | Community Reporter | February 7

Rachel Naftel was happily sitting in the passenger seat, working her first day on the job, when her new boss got pulled over for speeding on the way to a meeting.

Rising Auburn-based Radio Decay flourishes in local music scene

By Jessica Jernigan | Community Writer | February 4

In February of 2015, the indie pop-punk band Radio Decay played its first show at a Battle of the Bands with nervous jitters and promising potential.

Out of the Box: Artist Talks kicks off with first-place winner

By Jessica Jernigan | Community Writer | February 2

"I consider myself a storyteller," Rathert said as she began her talk. "Like most storytellers, I like to start at the beginning."

Red Clay Brewing Co. finds success in canning beer

By Kailey Beth Smith | Community Reporter | February 1

The cans, released this month, are available in most parts of Alabama, excluding Huntsville, and in parts of Georgia.

Former Miss Alabama Meg McGuffin to star in 'Chicago'

By Jack West | Editor-in-Chief | January 30

Despite her many accomplishments, she is just like everyone else. She has nicknames from her friends, hidden talents and favorite Netflix shows.

A Human of Auburn is ____________.

By Courtney Schell | Lifestyle Writer | January 29

Every human being is made up of around 99 percent of the same six elements, but each is so different at the same time. Humans of Auburn's mission is to show that difference by sharing the stories of the different people around the Auburn community.

COLUMN: A review of "The End of the F***ing World"

By Cole McCauley | Sports Writer | January 29

It only took me about two episodes to become invested, but it wasn't until episode three or four before I realized I was completely hooked and enamored enough to binge the entire eight-episode season.

The 2018 Academy Award nominations

By Price Everett | Lifestyle Writer | January 24

The 2018 Academy Award nominations are out!

Amsterdam Cafe food truck looks to expand after success of first semester

By Patrick Dunning | Campus Writer | January 23

As the semester gets into full swing and the TigerCards are loaded, there are a variety of food options on campus including The Amsterdam Cafe food truck.

Why you should study abroad this summer

By Molly Stewart | Lifestyle Writer | January 22

Any college student can study abroad, and what better time to study abroad than right now? In class, everyone fantasizes about being on a boat in the middle of the Caribbean, skiing down a mountain in the Swiss Alps, or maybe even getting lost in the streets of Barcelona.

The pros and cons of online thrift stores

By Emma Rygiel | Lifestyle Writer | January 18

With the so-called ‘retail apocalypse’ in full effect, online shopping seems to be taking over the world.

Swiping for Love?

By Sarah Gaillard | Lifestyle Writer | January 18

Online dating has become more of a trend in the last 10 years and appears to be changing the way our generation dates entirely.

Games on the Plains: Top 5 Games of 2017

By Chris Heaney | Lifestyle Writer | January 18

Obvious to anyone who plays games, 2017 was a fantastic year for gaming; definitely one of the best in recent memory.

'Lady Bird' lives up to its reputation

By Jack West | Editor-in-Chief | January 17

“Lady Bird,” a nominee for four Golden Globes and a winner of two, is a movie that asks a lot of questions.

THE locAL market re-opens in family-tied location

By Jessica Jernigan | Community Writer | January 16

Just a couple of doors down from the market's previous spot, owner Lauren Duncan has a new home for everything Alabamian made.

The 901 Collective champions art in Auburn

By Caroline Kruza | Lifestyle Writer | January 16

It is no secret that Auburn University is a school that thrives off of the reputation and success of its STEM programs. However, a new group of students is pushing for Auburn’s art programs and museum, the Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art, to finally have a seat at the table through a new student organization: the 901 Collective.