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Annie Lazor wins bronze in 200m breaststroke

By Jake Weese | Sports Editor | July 29

Auburn began the day with an Olympian winning a medal and ended it the same way. Annie Lazor, who swam at Auburn from 2013-16, won bronze in the 200m breaststroke on Thursday.

Get to know the Tigers headed to Tokyo

By Kristen Carr | Sports Writer | July 5

The Auburn Family has a lot to look forward to this summer, with former, current and future Tigers competing in this year's Summer Olympics and Summer Paralympics.

SEC announces kickoff time, TV for Auburn's first three games

By Jake Weese | Sports Editor | May 27

The SEC announced the first three weeks of its football TV schedule on Thursday, and Auburn now knows the kickoff times and networks for the first three games of the Bryan Harsin era.

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Former Auburn pitcher Joe Beckwith passes away at 66

By Jake Weese | Sports Editor | May 22

Joe Beckwith, former Auburn pitcher and two-time World Series champion, passed away Saturday at the age of 66, Auburn announced Saturday.

Auburn lands commitment from Georgia transfer guard K.D. Johnson

By Jake Weese | Sports Editor | May 19

Auburn has added a member of the SEC’s All-Freshman Team to its roster as former Georgia guard K.D. Johnson committed to the Tigers on Wednesday. Johnson is the fifth transfer to commit to Auburn this offseason and is the fourth transfer guard.

Tigers rally for 5-4 victory over Texas A&M

By Jake Weese | Sports Editor | May 15

After taking a 3-1 lead in the third inning, Texas A&M was held scoreless until the ninth as Auburn rallied to defeat the Aggies 5-4 Friday at Plainsman Park. “It was a big win and hopefully we’re going to keep that momentum for tomorrow," Woley said.

Baseball's weekend recap: Auburn falls on Friday; Moore delivers on Saturday

By Jake Weese | Sports Editor and Kristen Carr | Sports Writer | May 9

“Our guys just keep competing,” said head coach Butch Thompson. “They keep on sticking together and they find themselves in a ballgame. It’s been the most unexplainable year I’ve seen, but they’ve had resilience, stayed together and keep finding a way.

Course helps Auburn students become sommeliers

By Tim Nail | Community Editor | May 5

The Beverage Appreciation course within the College of Human Sciences allows Auburn students a taste of the beverage industry, all while earning an introductory wine sommelier certification.

'You can come to Safe Harbor at any time'

By Emery Lay | Campus Editor | May 2

Auburn University implements programs such as Safe Harbor and Green Dot to address the reactive and proactive needs surrounding sexual assault, abuse and more.

Aubie wins 2021 UCA Mascot National Championship

By Jake Weese | Sports Editor | April 28

Aubie took home his 10th UCA National Championship on Wednesday in Orlando, Florida, at the Walt Disney World Resort. The championship is Aubie's first since 2016.

Baseball spectators call parking deck their stands

By Jillian Minor | Campus Writer | April 24

Baseball fans have long lined the ledge of the Stadium Parking Deck’s top floor to watch the Auburn baseball team play at each home game above the stands of Plainsman Park.

AU will have 'full in-person, on-campus' fall semester

By Tim Nail | Campus Editor | April 21

Auburn University is planning what will largely be a return to normal operations for the fall 2021 semester, according to a campus-wide email sent on Wednesday morning.

Auburn wins SEC Women's Golf Championship

By Larry Robinson | Photo Editor | April 18

Auburn claimed its first SEC Women's Golf Championship since 2012 on Sunday with a 5-0 win over Mississippi State. The championship is head coach Melissa Luellen's first conference title as head coach and is the program's 10th championship.

Tim Vines confirmed as AU trustee to replace Lloyd Austin

By Tim Nail | Campus Editor | April 15

The Alabama Senate confirmed Tim Vines to the Auburn University Board of Trustees on Thursday to complete Lloyd Austin's seven-year term after a unanimous vote.

Campus Safety addresses lack of communication

By Tim Nail | Campus Editor | April 4

Representatives from Auburn University's Department of Campus Safety and Security spoke with The Plainsman on how the department issues notifications after recent student concerns on its timeliness and priority.

Auburn upsets No.1 Arkansas for first SEC win

By Caleb Jones | Sports Reporter | April 2

Facing the No. 1 team in the country in Arkansas, Cody Greenhill turned in a three-hit outing over seven innings on the mound for Auburn in a 2-1 victory. “It is big time,” Greenhill said. “The offense stepped up. The defense played out of their mind. Brody Moore made great plays, all around. It was definitely a team win.”