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I was in Paris during the Nice, France, terror attack

By Sarah Partain | Intrigue Writer | August 31

As Americans, we are safe. I spent July studying abroad in Paris, learning the ins and outs of the French language and culture.

Out-of-state, out-of-mind: Tips for for out-of-state students

By Caroline Stone | Intrigue Writer | August 31

A certain group of first-year Auburn students most likely are still a bit clueless about Auburn’s campus and Alabama in general. For those students, here is an out-of-state student’s guide to living in Alabama.

Where you can find Aubie this fall

By Catie Sergis @ Intrigue Writer | August 31

For those of you who haven’t memorized Aubie’s day-to-day schedule, there is an Aubie Committee that can help you out.

Local musician spotlight: BB Palmer

By Alex Wilkerson | Contributing Writer | August 29

B.B. Palmer, a local musician, an upcoming country musician originally from Theodore, Alabama.

B.J. Barham performs at The Standard Deluxe in Waverly

By Alex Wilkerson | Contributing Writer | August 29

On Friday, August 26th, B.J. Barham scorched through a two hour set at The Standard Deluxe in Waverly, Alabama.

Deer people, the Braves and Cam Newton: A campus-wide meetup

By Lily Jackson | Intrigue Editor | August 26

Snapchat Stories have been known to start international conversation. Last night, Thursday, Aug. 25, Auburn University's Campus Story started a new conversation about deer people and the Braves.

Meme culture is our culture

By Krista Grant | Intrigue Writer | August 23

Memes have become a humorous means of communication and expression. From “l337speak” and “LOLcat” to “rickrolling” and Trump’s toupee, memes have gathered quite a bit of attention—and infamy.

Finding your home on the Plains

By Caroline Stone | Intrigue Writer | August 23

 There are many pros and cons to living on and off campus; you could have a stubborn roommate, an unexpected best friend, an inconvenient location or a room five minutes from your class.

Freshman advice from former freshman

By Krista Grant | Intrigue Writer | August 23

Your first year of college is bound to be nerve-wracking. In response, The Plainsman's senior staff offered their own advice for incoming freshmen.

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By Caroline Stone | Intrigue Writer | August 23

Move-in day – a stressful day filled with hours spent out in the sun, waiting in line for elevators, heaving furniture up stairs and unpacking endless boxes full of items you probably don’t actually need. You may have met your roommate for the first time or perhaps this time you greeted your best friend and roommate for the past three years.  Housing is a crucial part of the Auburn experience and it can make or break your year.  There are many pros and cons to living on and off campus.

From Appalachia to Alabama: a poet's journey

By Caroline Stone | Intrigue Writer | August 23

Rose McLarney, 2011 and 2013 National Poetry Series winner, covered all of this and more during the first Third Thursday Poetry Reading of the semester at the Jule Collins Smith Museum.

Applying for jobs in Aubs: what to remember

By Catie Sergis @ Intrigue Writer | August 23

As college students, often times we find ourselves on a tight budget. Many have turned to finding part-time jobs during the school year, to bring in something extra.

BLOG: Auburn students abroad- Trading one 'AU' for another

By Lily Jackson | Intrigue Editor | August 23

Read about Lily Jackson's adventures as a traveling au pair.

Freshman advice from former freshmen

By Krista Grant | Intrigue Writer | August 22

our first year of college is bound to be nerve-wracking.  In response, The Auburn Plainsman's editorial staff offered their own advice for incoming freshmen. Lily Jackson, intrigue editor, threw in her two cents.  “Leave behind everything from high school, start with a fresh mind set and get as involved as you can,” Jackson said.  College can be terrifying when you start, but a key thing to remember is that college is not high school.

Burning time between classes

By Lily Jackson | Intrigue Editor | August 19

Auburn's campus is full of time burning adventures. Here are ways to eliminate the boredom that comes along with popping a squat in one place for hours.

BLOG: Around the world in 80 days

By Lily Jackson | Intrigue Editor | August 19

In pursuit of overdue parental hugs, I ran full speed with two rolling bags.

Classes to boost your GPA

By Catie Sergis @ Intrigue Writer | August 19

As fall semester begins, many students are on the hunt for some GPA boosting classes. These classes are considered to be on the easier side, and can almost guarantee you that “easy A” we all love.

Rome and then back home: Lane's summer abroad

By Lily Jackson | Intrigue Editor | August 19

When in Rome, one must indulge in the sights, meander through art galleries galore and absorb the history that is all around.  That is exactly how Lane Gower, senior in fine art, spent her 2016 summer when she studied abroad in Rome for the Auburn University "Art in Rome" program.  Gower spent a little over a month in Rome, Italy taking classes and exploring the city.