Intrigue

Four reasons why Auburn is the right choice

By Brandon Miller | Intrigue Writer | August 19

As the fall semester kicks off once more, some begin to think twice about their college decision. Here are four reasons to reassure you that Auburn University was the right choice.

On-campus guide to eating healthy

By Anne Dawson | Online Editor | August 15

One of the easiest ways to pack on the pounds freshman year is by eating whatever you want from wherever you want. Between Chick-fil-A, Panda Express and Pizza Hut it's easy to get carried away with the junk food. I too have fallen into the trap of deliciously greasy on-campus food, and I'm here to pull you out and guide you into eating clean without sacrificing connivence or taste. 1.

BLOG: Off to the Nether-Netherlands

By Lily Jackson | Intrigue Editor | August 7

The kids and I made it to the Netherlands, and we set up shop in The Hague.

Choose Wisely: Food fads and the way we eat

By Ariel Cochran | News Writer | July 28

A person must eat in order to live, and with the many options presented in the world, it is easy to put their body’s health at risk.

Commuting and communicating: 10 tips to stay connected abroad

By Lily Jackson | Intrigue Editor | July 23

Most of us are accustomed to pulling out our phone for everything we need. Abroad, you may need to rethink that.

Pokémon Go takes Auburn

By Eric Pereira | News Writer | July 19

The recent success of the Pokémon Go app is evident in the fact it could surpass social media behemoth Twitter in terms of daily active users, according to Forbes magazine.

Cooking up bilingual friendships

By Lily Jackson | Intrigue Editor | July 2

Being raised on fried chicken, mac-and-cheese and the occasional buttered-to-death vegetable wasn't something I complained about as an ankle biter. My favorite meals were composed of butter, cheese, and bacon. On the other hand, moving to a foreign country and being expected to provide healthy meals for five with minimal fat or sugar scared the living shit out of me. No butter.

Vinyl records are back

By Eric Pereira | News Writer | June 30

According to a Forbes article, vinyl record sales have seen a 260% growth in 2009.

Culture shock or culture swap?

By Lily Jackson | Intrigue Editor | June 22

It's one thing to read about Asia and scroll through pictures on a Google. It's an entirely different feeling when you step out into the breathtaking heat of an Asian country.

Bodie Hinton remembered as 'the person who turned the band around'

By Corey Williams | Editor-in-chief | June 8

Former Marching Band Director and Professor of Music Emeritus Johnnie Vinson remembers his mentor Wilbur "Bodie" Hinton as "the person who really turned the band around and brought it into the future." Hinton, who was the marching band director from 1956-1969 and chair of the music department until he retired in 1984, died this week at 95.

From the archives: Muhammad Ali at Auburn

By Corey Williams | Editor-in-chief | June 4

From page 1 of the May 12, 1973 edition of The Auburn Plainsman: From page 12 of the May 12, 1973 edition of The Auburn Plainsman:

Students to teach abroad following graduation

By Marissa Luckie | Intrigue Writer | May 29

When college students receive their diplomas and officially become graduates, people often say they are being sent out into the world. But for three Auburn students, entering the real world at graduation takes on a more literal meaning.

TECH COLUMN: Coding may be all it's cracked up to be

By Rachel Williams | Intrigue Writer | May 29

As startups start to focus on coding, elementary schools open up computer science classes and celebrities such as such as Karlie Kloss and Jimmy Fallon get involved in the movement, I wonder if code is all it’s cracked up to be.

CAMP WAR EAGLE ISSUE | Making the most out of recruitment: Advice from the head Pi Chi

By Lily Jackson | Intrigue Editor | May 27

Taylor Horton, junior in rehab service and head pi chi (a Pi Chi is a woman who leads potential new members through recruitment) for sorority recruitment, sat down to give a few pointers to those considering giving greek life a try. Q: What should you bring with you through recruitment? A: “I would say a hairbrush and an extra pair of shoes to slip on so you aren’t in heels all day.

CAMP WAR EAGLE ISSUE | Column: Stay fit to avoid the freshman 15

By Emily Esleck | Design Editor | May 27

Chick-fil-A, Momma Goldberg’s, Zaxby’s, Domino’s and McDonalds. Auburn has a multitude of fast food restaurants just waiting at student’s fingertips. When you get all settled into your dorm room or apartment and start your exciting college adventure, it might seem easier to grab a burger and fries instead of hitting up the grocery store.