Culture

Auburn's Title IX protects against sexual assault and discrimination

By Sophie Goodwin | Lifestyle writer | April 25

Katherine Weathers, assistant director of the Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Office and senior deputy Title IX coordinator, explains Auburn's Title IX policy, details on the reporting process and why this policy is important to protect against sexual assault.

Red Clay Brewing Company hosts Fork and Pint

By Becca Benner | Culture Writer | April 22

Fork and Pint is a culinary series where different chefs come in and showcase their food. The series is inspired by Red Clay Brewing Company's other regularly scheduled events like tap takeovers and beer dinners.

Auburn strives to create a better environment for those with autism

By Emery Lay | Lifestyle Writer | April 21

Members of Auburn and Alabama autism organizations and resources tell what they do to help those with autism. However, they said the state has a long way to go before giving a better environment for those with autism.

Students fight for free menstrual hygiene products in AU’s restrooms

By Abigail Murphy | Operations Editor | April 19

Over the past year, PERIOD: The Menstrual Movement, members of SGA and various other individuals have been part of a petition to get free menstrual hygiene products in Auburn's restrooms. Regan Moss who started the petition discusses why she believes it is important for this measure to be taken.

The University celebrates Earth Day with an extravaganza

By Maggie Horton | Lifestyle Writer | April 18

On April 22, various departments and clubs at Auburn University are hosting an Earth Day Extravaganza with activities from Earth Day trivia to a succulent workshop in order to spread awareness on sustainability practices and climate change.

Auburn takes on the SEC Campus Food Pantry Fight

By Emery Lay | Lifestyle Writer | April 16

From April 5 to April 17, Auburn's Campus Food Pantry is participating in SEC Campus Food Pantry Fight and a coordinator at Auburn Cares explains the process and why donations are needed.

Feminists at Auburn aims to bring equality to Auburn's campus

By Kara Mautz | Culture Writer | April 14

A new student organization was started to create more discussion on gender issues and feminism. The two founders of Feminists at Auburn explain the mission behind their club and what they have to offer.

Afterschool care coordinator inspires others to grow

By Abigail Woods | Culture Editor | April 13

From the Auburn Public Library garden to Kreher Preserve and Nature Center's "In the Garden with Cyndi," the work behind it all is Cyndi Czerkawski, an afterschool care coordinator at Cary Woods Elementary School. Czerkawski tells how she got her passion behind gardening and her passion for working with kids.

Auburn High School student works towards inclusivity

By Emery Lay | Lifestyle Writer | April 7

Izzy Seidman, senior at Auburn High School, started the Diversity Council after a fellow student at school and told her: “Jews are not allowed here." Seidman discusses the journey she took to develop this organization and what she hopes it has in-stored for the future.

The Well opens its doors to unite and empower women

By Abigail Murphy | Operations Editor | April 5

The Well, a tea room, opened in downtown Opelika as of March 20. It offers a space for connection, serves a health-conscious menu and also aims to support other women-owned businesses.

Auburn student runs tie-dye business

By Sophie Goodwin | Lifestyle writer | April 3

Brighton Gregory, junior in secondary education, started Bright Dye Co., a tie-dye business on Instagram, beginning in August of last year. Gregory walks through her journey from tie-dying beginner to hobby to side business.

Cottagecore aesthetic goes viral on social media

By Abby Winskowicz | Lifestyle Writer | March 31

An Auburn student and a lecturer in art history share their ideas on why "cottagecore" has seen a rise in popularity over the past year and what makes something of the "cottagecore" aesthetic.

Auburn Floral Trail showcases the blooms of spring

By Becca Benner | Culture Writer | March 27

The Auburn Floral Trail is a 14 mile self-guided tour open to the community until April 16. Auburn Beautification Council, the Tourism Bureau and the City of Auburn partner together to assembly this spring trail for the public.

Midtown becomes part of Auburn's nightlife

By Kara Mautz | Culture Writer | March 26

"Midtown: Live After Five" is a monthly event where bodegas, vendors, pop-up shops and food trucks come together to be part of Auburn's nightlife. This Thursday, March 25, was the second hosting of this event with the next one returning in April.

Easter on the Plains Changes from last year

By Abigail Woods | Culture Editor | March 25

After the pandemic affected Easter services last year, a handful of Auburn students look back on the experience and look forward to their plans for this coming Easter.

New student organization paves the way for Women in Technology

By Abigail Woods | Culture Editor | March 22

Women in Technology is a student organization that started last February with a goal to create opportunities for women pursuing careers in the technology field.

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Auburn Parks and Recreation hosts Bark in The Park

By Sophie Goodwin | Lifestyle writer | March 21

Bark in the Park was held this Saturday, March 20, 2021, for the community to come out to Kiesel park with their dogs and possibly adopt another.

The Grazer Co. brings charcuterie boards to Auburn

By Becca Benner | Culture Writer | March 20

The Grazer Co. is a charcuterie business that opened on Opelika Road where they offer charcuterie boards to order and host workshops for people to make their own.

Monthly book challenge unites Auburn community

By Emery Lay | Lifestyle Writer | March 19

Auburn Oil Co. Booksellers have a monthly challenge where participants read a book that fits that month's topic. Angela Wilhite, store manager at Auburn Oil Co. Booksellers, and some of the participants discuss the connection the challenge has created over the past year.

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.