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Expectations vs. realities of a new semester

By Molly Stewart | Lifestyle Writer | January 12

A new semester has begun. That means the expectations are again set high, but the reality is that those expectations are probably going to be thrown out the window in a few short weeks.

Is the January gym crowd real?: Auburn gym owners and managers weigh in

By Olivia Wilkes | Community Writer | January 11

Gyms everywhere are supposedly packed to the brim at the start of the year. Regular gym-goers groan about the slew of new members resolving to chase their fitness goals down once and for all this year.

Is Alexa listening in?

By Sarah Gaillard | Lifestyle Writer | January 9

The Amazon Echo was one of the best-selling gifts of 2017 and is now in many homes across the United States answering commands and playing music.

Record Records

By Jack West | Editor-in-Chief | January 9

In 2017 more music was bought on vinyl records than was legally downloaded. This is due in part to the popularization of streaming services like Spotify and Apple Music, but also to the growing revival of vinyl records among young people.

Finding Furever Friends

By Molly Stewart | Lifestyle Writer | January 8

Puppers, doggos, and woofers, oh my! The ‘OG Auburn Dogspotting’ GroupMe is taking the campus by storm.

Movies to look forward to in 2018

By Jack West | Editor-in-Chief | January 8

Here is a look at some of the scheduled blockbusters hitting theaters in the first half of 2018 January: “Maze Runner: The Death Cure” – The finale to James Dashner’s Maze Runner Saga.

Out with the old, in with the new

By Sarah Gaillard | Lifestyle Writer | January 8

2017: - Athleisure oThis trend, starting in 2017, is all about comfort and looking like you are about to go for a run or hit the gym.

Column | The top ten films of 2017

By Price Everett | Lifestyle Writer | January 8

2017 was a great year for film, and narrowing down a top ten was difficult, but out of all of the films to come out last year, these are the Plainsman’s Top 10 Films of last year.

Mental health app provides free access to students through December

By Paul Brock | Campus Writer | December 24

Pacifica Labs is providing free premium access to students through the month of December for their mental health app Pacifica for Stress & Anxiety.

Auburn chef David Bancroft of Acre wins Food Network's ‘Iron Chef Showdown’

By Alex Hosey | Community Reporter | December 21

The head chef and owner of Acre David Bancroft won Food Network’s “Iron Chef Showdown” Wednesday night.

COLUMN: Why students should study philosophy

By Justin Thomason | Lifestyle Writer | December 15

Philosophy may have a much higher potential than it seems. Looking back at the ideas of the past could guide our understanding of the present.

Create a group fitness class routine at home

By Emma Rygiel | Lifestyle Writer | December 14

Even though classes are a great way to hold yourself accountable, push yourself and meet new people, a lot of the components can be replicated if you’re more of an at-home fitness fan.

COLUMN: Star Wars is never going to die

By Cole McCauley | Campus Writer | December 14

With mega corporation Disney purchasing Lucasfilm for an insane $4 billion back in 2012, the rights to everyone's favorite space action opera were now in the hands of Disney.

COLUMN: Brockhampton is the future of hip-hop

By Cole McCauley | Campus Writer | December 14

“SATURATION II” is my choice for album of the year, and it would be a shame if the third installment of the trilogy is the group’s last project.

The Superhero Invasion Part IV: More cartoons and animation

By Price Everett | Lifestyle Writer | December 14

Animation continues to be the most common way of adapting comic-based properties.

​Clara and the Nutcracker dance their way to Telfair Peet

By Olivia Wilkes | Community Writer | December 13

The regular opening performance of The Nutcracker will be at 7 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 15. The ballet will present two more regular performances at 2 p.m.

Making Trouble with the Guerrilla Girls: How a group of activists is fighting inequalities in the art world

By Rachel McGovern | Community Writer | December 8

The famous group visited The Plains last week, when Frida Kahlo, a founding member, came to Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art in honor of the 125th year of women at Auburn University.

Community night held at museum shines light on diversity through the spirit of music

By Patrick Dunning | Campus Writer | December 8

Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art held its first biannual community night, placing emphasis on diversity within the Auburn community. An event set aside to celebrate the differences and come together to relate.