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EDITORIAL | The paradox of connection

By Jordan Bynum Wright | Opinion Editor and Editorial Board Spring 2026 | February 6

Today, many people get their news from X, Facebook, Instagram or TikTok. The problem with shopping news from social media is the simple fact that these platforms don’t care about fair, honest news coverage. Instead, the purpose of these platforms is to get people to continue scrolling. The problem that we have today is not about getting access to information, but rather the quality of information that we are getting. Social media is useful in many ways, but the news is not one of them. Instead, independent research is needed. We should, at the very least, search online to read articles about what’s happening in the world rather than believing the first person that we see on TikTok.

EDITORIAL | AU Alert cries wolf

By Chase Morgese | Columnist and Editorial Board Fall 2025 | November 14

The series of AU Alerts sent out Nov. 6 marked a catastrophic failure of Auburn’s security system. News of an active shooter struck fear across campus, to an extent likely unseen in years. Students cleared out of dining halls, hid in classrooms and reckoned with the fact that they and their peers’ lives might be in peril. Auburn is obligated to take accountability for its misstep and ensure nothing like it happens again. Any halfhearted attempts to do so should not be tolerated.

EDITORIAL | Preserving public safety in Auburn

By Chase Morgese | Columnist and Editorial Board Fall 2025 | September 17

Auburn, as a city and a university takes pride in being a safe place for those who live there. However, in the last month, we've seen The Loveliest Village become full of violence and danger, which is becoming concerning. The university, however cannot be blamed for the presence of danger in the community, which is unavoidable anywhere. Students and Auburn-Opelika residents must take measures to protect themselves.

EDITORIAL | People deserve the truth, no questions asked

By Editorial Board Spring 2025 | April 14

We need to know what is going on, and we need to know that our university will stand up for us. Our First Amendment right to a free press exists to lend the people a clear view of local, statewide and national affairs. When these standards aren’t met, it is crucial that we fight to reestablish them.

EDITORIAL | Internet anonymity is a myth

By Editorial Board Spring 2025 and Chase Morgese | Columnist | April 4

In the age of the internet, our actions are under constant scrutiny, whether we know it or not. The social media app YikYak has often been the source of scandal. Although the site boasts of its potential for community and positive impact, it is riddled with gossip, bullying and hate. 

EDITORIAL | Will Tiger Scheduler crash out or conquer registration week?

By Brychelle Brooks | Editor-in-Chief and Editorial Board Spring 2025 | April 2

Auburn’s internet presence is constantly advancing with new efforts to become digital daily. The growth that Auburn is experiencing both physically and electronically hasn't been holding up. Can it change this year? 

EDITORIAL | Celebrating men's basketball as No. 1

By Editorial Board Spring 2025 | March 19

Even though there are still boundless “what-if’s” left this season, we feel confident in the legacy of the 2024-2025 men’s basketball team and want to intentionally celebrate them in our Sports Edition. 

EDITORIAL | University growth isn't sustainable for the city of Auburn or its residents

By Brychelle Brooks | Editor-in-Chief , Editorial Board Fall 2024 and Sami Grace Donnelly | October 30

Auburn University has reported a record number of students admitted and enrolled in the university for three consecutive years, but it comes at a cost. Ironically, the growth that Auburn is experiencing, not only as a university but also as a city, isn’t sustainable for the people who live here right now. 

EDITORAL | Auburn University should make voting more accessible to students

By Brychelle Brooks | Editor-in-Chief and Editorial Board | Fall 2024 | October 18

Voting for the leader of our country is one of the most consequential days, every four years. Everyone deserves the opportunity to vote and make their voice heard. While it is common for younger generations not to vote, making voting more accessible for college students would yield a greater turnout. One such solution is that the university cancel classes or close on election day.

EDITORIAL | Students deserve a space to tailgate

By Brychelle Brooks | Editor-in-Chief and Editorial Board | Fall 2024 | October 4

Seeing white tents go up on Thursdays and Fridays before an Auburn football home game is one of the most heart-warming things for an Auburn fan to experience. However, students are losing space on game days due to the university's decision to sell most tailgating spaces to fans. Having a student tailgate would be no different than having a student section in Jordan-Hare Stadium. Tailgating is a huge part of an Auburn game day atmosphere, and students deserve to experience it too.

EDITORIAL | A call to Auburn Tigers and Auburn Family after Saturday’s loss

By Brychelle Brooks | Editor-in-Chief , Editorial Board | Fall 2024 and Sami Grace Donnelly | Editor-in-Chief | September 13

"When you love Auburn, Auburn will love you back.” This phrase carries a lot of weight for the Tigers and their fans. More than before, the Tigers have something to prove to their fans. The first step to proving anything to fans is working operating through love for Auburn.

EDITORIAL | Opt in for a personal finance class

By Editorial Board | April 5

In order to fulfill the goals of Auburn's mission statement, students should be coming out of the university as well-rounded individuals. While being well-rounded can vary person-to-person, we suggest that students make an effort to educate themselves in personal finance through Auburn's personal finance course. 

EDITORIAL | An open letter: To all those who make the Auburn Family possible

By Editorial Board | Fall 2023 and Sami Grace Donnelly | Editor-in-Chief | November 23

The Auburn Family is more than current students and alumni. There are thousands of people who contribute and work humbly and tirelessly to make Auburn the experience that it is. This Thanksgiving, we want to bring those people into the light and thank them for all the unseen hours, unthanked tasks and unquenchable loyalty to the Auburn Family.

EDITORIAL | Women athletes deserve more from the Auburn Family

By Editorial Board | Fall 2023 and Sami Grace Donnelly | Editor-in-Chief | November 18

We need to analyze our mindset toward women's athletic teams at Auburn. They are included in Auburn's identity of an "everything school." They are not secondary. Cheer for them too, learn their names too and be invested in their games too. 

EDITORIAL | Deconstructing the idealism of college-required internships

By Editorial Board | Fall 2023 and Sami Grace Donnelly | Editor-in-Chief | November 14

It would be better for Auburn to do away with internship requirements. While internships are a socially accepted pathway to a career, they are more beneficial to students as a resume builder instead of a nitpicking degree requirement. Colleges ought to focus on investing in career fairs and preparing students for internships.

EDITORIAL | Old Auburn versus new Auburn, still the loveliest village?

By Sami Grace Donnelly | Editor-in-Chief | October 18

The City of Auburn has recently approved plans for an apartment complex with units starting at $2 million, directly across from Toomer’s. It has been met with wild disapproval from the city's constituents, and it causes us to question whether or not Auburn is expanding beyond its identity of "The Loveliest Village on the Plains."

EDITORIAL | Social responsibility and social media

By The Editorial Board and Sami Grace Donnelly | Editor-in-Chief | September 15

In an age where screens have widened the distance between what is real and entertainment, it is important to remember that real violence is nothing to laugh at and that real people are being affected by it.

EDITORIAL | Is patriotism still alive?

By Sami Grace Donnelly | Editor-in-Chief | September 11

Patriotism has been declining for the past 25 years. Is it still important? Perhaps remembering this tragic day can revive a sense of lost honor and pride in our country.