Culture

Forget trash cans, try food composting instead

By Kara Mautz | Culture Writer | March 24

Looking for a way to give back to mother nature this Earth Day? Try composting.

Assistant professor, David Marshall, contributes to new book

By Jayne Duignan | Culture Writer | March 23

Auburn professor David Marshall is adding "author" to his list of accomplishments. His book, COVID-19 and the Classroom: How Schools Navigated the Great Disruption, dives into the way learning changed throughout the pandemic.

'Sing Joy!' Auburn University singers celebrate 50 years

By Jayne Duignan | Culture Writer | March 23

The Auburn University Singers celebrate 50 years of tradition, friendship and song through anniversary performance, "Sing Joy!"

The Society for Natural Resources volunteers for a cause

By Abigail Woods | Culture Editor | March 15

Established in 2014, the Society for Natural Resources aims to educate Auburn's student body on the importance of natural resources.

Auburn University professor receives NCAR award

By Becca Benner | Culture Writer | March 15

Kelly Dunning, assistant professor in Auburn's College of Forestry and Wildlife, has received the National Center for Climate and Atmospheric Research's Early Career Innovator Award.

Here's what students are doing for spring break

By Virginia Shea | Culture Writer | March 7

Auburn students are hitting the road! Here's where they're headed for Spring Break.

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The Sound Wall provides a space for local music

By Tucker Massey | Content Editor | March 3

The Sound Wall is a music venue that provides an intimate musical experience.

Suite 1111 | Naked and Afraid

By Trice Brown | Multimedia Editor and Emily Nagy | Culture Writer | February 21

Jim Morton, who lives in Auburn, is the executive producer of Naked and Afraid. This week, Emily Nagy spoke with him about what's its taught him about what makes people resilient.

Suite 1111 | Love Stories

By Becca Benner | Culture Writer , Trice Brown | Multimedia Editor and Piper Bosart | Assistant Culture Editor | February 14

This week, Piper Bosart and Becca Benner share local love stories and the tips they have for other couples.

Auburn students take a stand against sexual assault through upcoming event

By Virginia Shea | Culture Writer | February 2

Students Regan Moss and Katherine Carroll speak to upcoming "What Were You Wearing" event to be held on April 14.

Suite 1111 | Auburn alum competes on 'Next Level Chef'

By Trice Brown | Multimedia Editor and Emily Nagy | Culture Writer | January 31

Auburn alumnus Jonathan Harrison is competing on Gordon Ramsey's newest cooking show, highlighting Southern cuisine with the hope of pushing the South forward. This week, Emily Nagy talks about Harrison's personality and mission.

Auburn alum competes on 'Next Level Chef'

By Emily Nagy | Culture Writer | January 29

Auburn alumnus Jonathan Harrison competes on Gordon Ramsey's newest cooking show highlighting Southern cuisine with the hope of pushing the South forward.

FetchMe launches one-hour alcohol delivery

By Trice Brown | Multimedia Editor | January 26

To deliver alcohol, Fetchers undergo a training program approved by the Alabama ABC Board on topics like identifying underage individuals, intoxicated persons and fake or altered identification.

These accessories are must-haves, according to Auburn students

By Sabina Crisitello | Assistant Culture Editor | January 21

Auburn students have spoken: this winter it's all about the accessories. Here are the top accessory trends to look out for this winter.

Day trips: how to get out of town

By Jayne Duignan | Culture Writer | January 19

Venture outside of Auburn for the day to these destinations, which are just a short drive away.

The Plainsman staff’s book recommendations

By Harlee Meydrech | Editor-in-Chief | January 18

The Auburn Plainsman staff shares some of their favorite novels they are reading right now.

Money saving tips to bring in the new year

By Kara Mautz | Culture Writer | January 17

Auburn students weigh in on their best tips for saving and managing money.

Amazon still students’ go-to for shopping

By Becca Benner | Culture Writer | January 17

Amazon is an online marketplace for people to purchase personal items ranging from household needs to fashion and clothing.

Holiday hostess gifts that will guarantee an invite back

By Sabina Crisitello | Assistant Culture Editor | December 22

The holidays are right around the corner, and that can only mean one thing: party season. Want to be guest of the year? Look no further. Here's the breakdown on the best hostess gifts of season.

Gingerbread Village returns to Auburn Hotel

By Harlee Meydrech | Editor-in-Chief | December 21

The Auburn Hotel's yearly gingerbread village not only brings excitement and joy to the people of Auburn, but also supports the Storybook Farm cause.