Letters

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Be aggressive, but be fair

By Drake Pooley | October 23

I am writing in response to the SGA case published in the 10/23 edition. I went back to read the original editorial that this whole thing is centered around, about the new Security Shuttle system, and I see where the blame should really lie.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Response to "Active Minds raise awareness for mental health" article

By Harold Maio | October 11

I believe it both unethical and irresponsible to cooperate with anyone directing a "stigma." I learned that lesson from the Women's Movement.

Letter to the Editor: Response to Clemson hazing editorial

By Robin Denny | October 10

Greek life is an integral part of Clemson University and the Clemson experience for students and the campus community.

LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: Reporting the news Auburn needs to know

By Becky Hardy | Editor-in-Chief | August 18

A new year brings new beginnings. It's the beginning of classes, beginning of football season and, for some, the beginning of whole new chapter in their lives.

Timothy Boosinger is Auburn's newest provost. (Courtesy of the Office of the Provost)

LETTER: Welcome back from University Provost Timothy Boosinger

By Timothy Boosinger | August 14

While I hope the summer months offered you an opportunity to take a break from academic rigors, I'd like to share a few thoughts to help start your semester off on the right track:

LETTER: Welcome back from 2014-15 SGA President Logan Powell

By Logan Powell | August 13

This summer was a productive time for our team - we have worked to create a comprehensive feedback system to hear your concerns in all areas of campus life, to organize a more efficient late night transportation system, to continually improve your game day experience, and to ensure that international students at Auburn are receiving a proper orientation, among other projects, programs and initiatives.

Letter to the editor: My tribute to Philip Lutzenkirchen

By Brandt McDonald | July 2

For the past 6 months Phil worked for me as a financial advisor trainee. During that time, I got to know him on a deep level as we often discussed life, his faith, and his career. I have read all the articles, watched all the videos, etc... I write this because I want to share the real Phil that I saw and witnessed every day. He was way more than just a football player.

Letter to the Editor: Respect the shakers?

By Le'Nessa Coe / GRADUATE STUDENT | September 16

It is clear that Auburn fans are extremely loyal, regardless if their team is succeeding or viciously fighting for a win.

Letter to the Editor: Two disappointing things the student section does

By R. Jason Valentine / Alumnus '97 | September 16

I've been disappointed that the student section has taken up saying "sucks" after every visiting player is introduced, especially for the smaller visiting schools.

Letter to the Editor: Education: The Key to Fighting Bigotry and Discrimination

By Richard Penaskovic, Professor of Religious Studies | September 16

In the most recent issue of The Plainsman (9/5/13) a graduate student writes how she and her family and friends "were subject to harassment, taunting, and provocation by fans in the student section for the AU-Washington State game.

Letter to the Editor: Plainsman's views on smoking misguided

By Jacob Dean / AUBURN SGA SENATE PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE | September 5

The Plainsman's unfortunate and misinformed editorial last week referring to the recently implemented smoking ban as "prejudice" shows the editorial board's dearth of scientific knowledge related to tobacco associated illness.

Letter to the Editor: Jordan-Hare home to football, bigotry

By Emily Kerzin / DOCTORAL STUDENT COUNSELING PSYCHOLOGY | September 5

Dear the-person-in-charge of Jordan-Hare Stadium, I am writing this letter to request seating in the stadium for future football games where I will be free from sexist, racist, homophobic and anti-Semitic language and behavior.

Letter to the Editor: A plea to a younger generation to save America

By Michael Freeman / STAFF RISK MANAGEMENT AND SAFETY | August 23

People need to step back and examine how the government is manipulating them into getting what they want.

Auburn pitcher Conner Kendrick against Alabama, Tuesday, May 21, 2013 in Hoover, Ala. Contributed by Todd Van Emst

Tigers fall in SEC Tournament to rival Tide

By John Burns / SPORTS EDITOR | May 21

Auburn was eliminated by Alabama 6-3 in the first round of the SEC Tournament

Student calls for public apology from graphic display

By Sam Bartlett / COMPUTER SCIENCE SOPHOMORE | April 19

As I am sure many of you noticed, our main concourse was graced with an organization exhibiting in the strongest of senses their freedom of speech.

His View: According to the Bible

By Thomas Sherer / MECHANICAL ENGINEERING SENIOR | April 19

In the most recent issue of The Plainsman, a column was written concerning what the Bible says about homosexuality.

Respect the new r-word

By Kara Zenni / JUNIOR - SOCIAL WORK | April 3

Six years ago I walked into my first class of high school. I took my seat in between two teenage boys: one was a year older than me and the other had Down syndrome.

Letter to the editor: Ain't gonna play Slum City

By Jason Crane | March 29

I believe the intentions of the builders of Slum City are honorable. I think they're trying to do good work. But I believe they're going about it the wrong way, for several reasons.

Letter to the editor: Commuters left out in the cold

By Ashley Selby | March 2

In the past two weeks, I have been extremely disappointed and frankly, screwed over by the Tiger Transit system.

What is your philosophy?

By Taylor Lawler / SOPHOMORE | February 22

Philosophy is defined colloquially as one's lifestyle and outlook on life derived from a consideration of the traditional branches of philosophy: moral, metaphysical, and natural.