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A classic slasher: Review of 'Halloween' (1978)

By Amelia Gatzke | Lifestyle Writer | October 21

On Oct. 25, 1978, director John Carpenter’s breakthrough film, “Halloween”, was released. This movie follows the iconic masked figure Michael Myers (Nick Castle), who had been in a mental institution for murdering his teenage sister when he was just six years old. After 15 years, Myers managed to escape this institution and returned to his hometown of Haddonfield, Illinois to begin his prowl for new victims. “Halloween” became a staple for slasher films as we know them and paved the way for the “Final Girl” trope as well.

A review of Scream: ‘What’s your favorite scary movie?’

By Layla Hyatt | Assistant Lifestyle Editor | October 19

A masked killer plagues the fictional town of Woodsboro, California, often using phone calls to taunt victims. Taking place in the 1990s, the killer is untraceable, and help is further than just an emergency call on a cell phone. Constantly referencing infamous horror movies and the “rules” to survive a scary movie, the characters tend to still fall into the stereotype of dumb teenagers running straight to the killer. This is “Scream,” the pinnacle of tongue-in-cheek horror. “Scream” allows audiences to connect with the characters and root for them, while also providing ample opportunities to laugh at the meta moments in the film. Whether you are a horror movie fanatic or someone easing into the genre, “Scream” will not disappoint.

Fall dorm recipes for and by Auburn students

By Margaret Griffin | Lifestyle Writer | October 18

When the temperature drops to a crisp breeze and the season starts to change, so does one’s palette. Hot lattes and warm drinks are now the most ordered off the coffee shops' menus, and iced drinks are drifting back into popularity for August and September. With more time inside during the colder seasons, novelties and new recipes tend to become a trend in the dorms.

Irving’s reinvention: A review of Tim Burton’s 'Sleepy Hollow'

By Lorelei Young | Lifestyle Writer | October 17

Tim Burton’s 1999 film “Sleepy Hollow” is a loose spin-off of Washington Irving’s 1820 short story, “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.” Burton’s film is a chilling piece that follows Constable Ichabod Crane (Johnny Depp) on his 1799 journey to Sleepy Hollow from New York City.

The downfall of a showgirl: An analysis of Taylor Swift’s newest album

By Amelia Gatzke | Lifestyle Writer | October 14

On Oct. 3, Taylor Swift released her twelfth original studio album, “The Life of a Showgirl” (TLOAS). Fans were ecstatic, as this would be the first album dedicated to Travis Kelce, Swift’s fiancé and National Football League star. However, those dedicated fans, including myself, would be sorely disappointed.

Auburn music education student named to Yamaha’s 40 Under 40

By Katelyn Smith | Lifestyle Writer | October 14

Joshua Race, an Auburn grad student and full-time band director in Fountain, Colo., was recently named to Yamaha’s 40 Under 40, a list that recognizes young music educators for their outstanding work. Currently enrolled online at Auburn University pursuing his specialist in education degree, Race spends most of his time teaching his band students using metacognitive strategies.

Friendly fright: A review of Alfred Hitchcock’s 'Psycho'

By Lorelei Young | Lifestyle Writer | October 14

The 1960 horror film “Psycho,” directed by Alfred Hitchcock, illustrates a slew of chilling events that take place over a weekend in Arizona and California. On a Friday afternoon, Marion Crane (Janet Leigh) commits a monetary crime that motivates her to go on the run. She stops at the Bates Motel and charms the man who runs the motel, Norman Bates (Anthony Perkins). At the Motel, Crane meets her mysterious end, and her sister, Lila Crane (Vera Miles) employs a private detective, Milton Arbogast (Martin Balsam), to search for her. When Arbogast stops responding with updates, Lila and Sam Loomis (John Gavin), Marion’s boyfriend, go to the Bates Motel themselves and discover a mortifying secret about the events that occurred there.

'It’s alive!' — A review of 1931’s 'Frankenstein'

By Sam Bainter | Assistant Lifestyle Editor | October 9

“Frankenstein” is a chilling story of a mad scientist driven by relentless ambition, striving to push science beyond its natural boundaries, with ethical themes of nature rivaling nurture and the dangers of isolation and alienation. The 1931 film of this classic narrative is the most well-known and influential retelling of Mary Shelley’s novel in the world of cinema due to its commercial and cultural success, which fully allowed Henry Frankenstein and his monster to break into mainstream pop culture.

Red Barn Worship: From one worship night to an album

By Betsy Nearn | Lifestyle Writer | October 6

Red Barn Worship is a student-led, Christian ministry, where college students gather at the Red Barn to sing praises to the Lord. On Aug. 22, Red Barn Worship released its debut album, “At the Arena (Live),” which was recorded in Neville Arena and is streaming on all platforms.

Hors d’oeuvres of history: A cultural cookbook from the Auburn History Club

By Lorelei Young | Lifestyle Writer | October 5

Many customs, especially culinary ones, are valued within cultures because food often unites people together. Most people don’t think about the history behind their food, but the History Club at Auburn University, along with the Lee County Historical Society, is working to change that. The organizations are creating a cookbook with southern recipes, with information about their true origins, to bring awareness to the underrepresented groups that formed southern culinary culture.

AubFest VII presents a weekend of art, music and fun

By Jennifer Santiago | Newsletter Editor and Katelyn Smith | Lifestyle Writer | October 5

From Oct. 3 to Oct. 5, AubFest hosted an estimated 1,200 attendees for its seventh edition at the local ATV park, Boggin’ On The Plains. Tickets for the biannual festival’s largest year yet sold for $30 online and included access to camping, food trucks, retail vendors and over 30 performances and the headliner, Post Sex Nachos.

Diving into Auburn's game day glamour

By Margaret Griffin | Lifestyle Writer | October 3

For Auburn students, choosing a game day outfit is almost as important as selecting their seat in Jordan-Hare Stadium. The game day traditions that Auburn celebrates have many elements, but navy and orange outfits remain the core of game day culture and school spirit. Every year, southern boutiques across town stock up on trending clothes, new sunglasses and creative game day pins to help students create the “Auburn look” that the campus is known for.

Fostering entrepreneurship at the Lowder Center

By Layla Hyatt | Assistant Lifestyle Editor | October 2

Located in the Harbert College of Business, the Lowder Center for Family Business and Entrepreneurship is home to four entrepreneurship programs. These programs are accessible to all Alabama residents at every stage of the entrepreneurial process, from having a business idea to running their own company.

Fourth time's a charm: Botanic's Got Talent kicks off once again this October

By Amelia Gatzke | Lifestyle Writer | October 1

Botanic's Got Talent, a talent show featuring the Auburn-Opelika community, has returned for its fourth season. This competition will take place at Botanic's Patio Bar throughout the fall, with the public encouraged to watch performances.

Amped up for AubFest: Upcoming DIY music festival is back and bigger than ever

By Katelyn Smith | Lifestyle Writer | September 26

The seventh edition of AubFest will return from Oct. 3 to 5 at Boggin’ On The Plains, a local ATV recreation park. Hosted twice a year, the local DIY, music festival highlights regional bands and performers of all backgrounds and genres, while offering a place where the community can come together.

Second-hand styles: Exploring Auburn’s thrift store scene

By Layla Hyatt | Assistant Lifestyle Editor | September 17

College is a time for self-exploration and finding oneself. Whether students are decorating their own apartment or preparing for their first night out, there are so many ways to learn about their likes and dislikes. To do this on a student budget can be tricky, however. Thankfully, Auburn has no shortage of thrift stores carrying everything possible, from t-shirts to kitchenware to CDs.

Turning over a new leaf: The Artist’s Harvest Exhibition begins this October

By Amelia Gatzke | Lifestyle Writer | September 15

From Oct. 1 until Nov. 4, Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center (JDCAC) will hold its first-ever Artist's Harvest Exhibition, an opportunity for local artists to showcase their artwork and express their love for Halloween and the fall season. A reception and market, where these JDCAC-affiliated artists can sell their pieces and gain exposure in the world of creativity, will also take place on Thursday, Oct. 9, from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m.

Academics, athletics, activities: What Auburn students are excited for this year

By Lorelei Young | Lifestyle Writer | September 9

Auburn University began its 169th year of classes on Aug. 18. Established in 1856, Auburn has served as a place of higher education for many generations of students. Time has created differences between the generations, but they all had one thing in common: hopefulness for the upcoming school year. This year, Auburn students are looking forward to many activities, from spending time with loved ones to establishing routines to participating in various student organizations.