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Representing women in science-fiction

By Mary Grace Vinson | Lifestyle Writer | October 4

  Alyssa Ross is an English instructor at Auburn, but lately, her passion is genetics. Her research has led her to be knowledgeable about things like CRISPR, a gene-editing technology that is theoretically capable of gene editing embryos or even adult humans. Ross also is intrigued on the kinds ...

A new, whimsical way to drink coffee in Auburn

By Miranda Shaffer | Lifestyle Writer | October 4

 The owners, Victoria McAbee and Jasmine Lee, focus on community and shared experiences and want to promote the Ayurveda lifestyle that was such a huge impact on their lives.  

Finding fulfillment and purpose in art

By Lauren Pieper | Lifestyle Writer | October 4

Amy Briggs has done everything from bodybuilding to business school, but today has discovered her passion lies in creating art. 

Auburn, meet Lucy's

By Mallory Pitts | Lifestyle Writer | October 4

Since its opening on June 7, 2018, Lucy’s has been packed with locals and out-of-towners alike eager to try the restaurant’s take on modern American cuisine. 

Yoga helps Auburn community relax, live stress-free

By Abigail Murphy | Operations Editor | October 3

Fitness-wise, there are many benefits to yoga.

Pan y Vino retreats touches on faith in college

By Lauren Pieper | Lifestyle Writer | September 27

Pan y Vino is a retreat put on by the Catholic Student Organization twice a year. It is a weekend long retreat that takes place at Lake Martian, and provides faith-filled and fun activities The first retreat will be on Oct. 5-7 2018, and the second one will be Feb. 22-24 2019.

The faces of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

By Reagan Day Berg | Lifestyle Writer | September 27

“Kids didn’t do a thing, cancer just happened to them,” Scott Parker, father of Carly Parker and 1993 Auburn alumni, said. “They just woke up one morning with bruises and it turned out to be leukemia.”

Make the most of gameday in the South

By Alice Phillips | Lifestyle Writer | September 27

Being prepared for the exciting and long day ahead is important for every Saturday in the South. It is hardly news that Auburn fans dress up for gameday, but picking the right shoes can make or break any college football fan’s experience. 

What’s in your bowl?

By Miranda Shaffer | Lifestyle Writer | September 27

Acai bowls can be healthy alternatives to certain sugary breakfast foods, but the number-one way to know for sure what consumers are getting is to make it at home and ask a local bowl shop about the nutrition facts.

Annual Oktoberfest offers student discount

By Lily Jackson | Managing Editor | September 26

Auburn's craft beer festival, Oktoberfest, will feature over 150 beers from over 50 brewerys from across the states.  The annual event will be held on Saturday, Oct. 6, from 3-7 p.m. at the Ag Heritage Park.  Oktoberfest will be running a $10-off discount for Auburn students until Oct. 1. ...

Southern culture defined by the individual

By Abigail Murphy | Operations Editor | September 25

  Carmen Brysch, lecturer of geography at Auburn University, describes the South as the greatest perceptual region of all time. With this in mind, defining the South in a cultural sense can be rather difficult since each person will have a different idea of what the South is and its customs.  One ...

What to know before flu season hits

By Jack Scott | Lifestyle Writer | September 25

On Tuesday, Sep. 25 and Wednesday, Sept. 26, in Student Center room 2326, the Med Clinic will be hosting an all-day flu shot clinic. Students should bring a copy or picture of their insurance card upon arrival. 

Places to explore in Columbus, Georgia

By Reagan Day Berg | Lifestyle Writer | September 25

Lined with brick buildings and colorful mural walls, Columbus is just 45 minutes away from Auburn. 

Auburn student and sister bring awareness to childhood cancer

By Reagan Day Berg | Lifestyle Writer | September 25

Childhood Cancer Awareness Month stands for all who have fought, who are fighting and who have passed away. 

Auburn grad returns to campus 60 years later for the ODK Cake Race

By Miranda Shaffer | Lifestyle Writer | September 25

This freshman was Roy Ward. As he returns to Auburn University in the weeks to come, he is preparing to run this same race once again at age 78, along with his two sons and their children. 

One Bike Coffee fights multiple sclerosis

By Stephanie Tunnell | Lifestyle Writer | September 25

Auburn graduates Jack and Amy Fisher are fighting multiple sclerosis one coffee order at a time. 

Auburn student finds confidence through style

By Lauren Pieper | Lifestyle Writer | September 24

Since she was a sophomore in high school, Pilson decided she wanted to be herself rather than try to fit into the trends.

Why people pick a plant-based, vegan lifestyle

By Abigail Murphy | Operations Editor | September 19

The surface definition of being vegan is avoiding the consumption of animal products, which includes milk, eggs, meat, honey and any animal byproducts.