Lifestyle

Local coffee shops give a breakdown on the pumpkin spice latte

By Sabina Crisitello | Assistant Culture Editor | September 3

With fall around the corner, the Pumpkin Spice Latte is back in full swing. Here's what Auburn's favorite coffee shops have to say about the flavor.

Batter Cookie Dough set to join Midtown

By Sabina Crisitello | Assistant Culture Editor | September 2

Batter Cookie Dough, an edible cookie dough shop originally founded in Atlanta, will be opening a new location in Midtown this coming fall.

Ja'lia Taylor paves the way for underrepresented youth to attend AU

By Maggie Horton | Lifestyle Writer | August 27

Ja'Lia Taylor, founder of the Young Professionals in Training program in Auburn, laid the foundation for future Auburn University students by providing them access to key resources.

Guide to dorm houseplants

By Caroline Craig | Campus Writer | July 6

Students may want to spruce up their dorms with a little bit of plant life.

Students weigh in on top date spots

By Emery Lay | Campus Editor | June 10

Though Auburn might not be a big city, there are still plenty of good date options, some of which might not be in plain sight.

Little Free Pantry brings communities together through food

By Abigail Woods | Culture Editor | April 29

Little Free Pantry began with one person in Fayetteville, Arkansas, and has since grown around the world with one such pantry established in downtown Opelika.

Auburn's Title IX protects against sexual assault and discrimination

By Sophie Goodwin | Lifestyle writer | April 25

Katherine Weathers, assistant director of the Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Office and senior deputy Title IX coordinator, explains Auburn's Title IX policy, details on the reporting process and why this policy is important to protect against sexual assault.

Red Clay Brewing Company hosts Fork and Pint

By Becca Benner | Culture Writer | April 22

Fork and Pint is a culinary series where different chefs come in and showcase their food. The series is inspired by Red Clay Brewing Company's other regularly scheduled events like tap takeovers and beer dinners.

Auburn strives to create a better environment for those with autism

By Emery Lay | Lifestyle Writer | April 21

Members of Auburn and Alabama autism organizations and resources tell what they do to help those with autism. However, they said the state has a long way to go before giving a better environment for those with autism.

Students fight for free menstrual hygiene products in AU’s restrooms

By Abigail Murphy | Operations Editor | April 19

Over the past year, PERIOD: The Menstrual Movement, members of SGA and various other individuals have been part of a petition to get free menstrual hygiene products in Auburn's restrooms. Regan Moss who started the petition discusses why she believes it is important for this measure to be taken.

The University celebrates Earth Day with an extravaganza

By Maggie Horton | Lifestyle Writer | April 18

On April 22, various departments and clubs at Auburn University are hosting an Earth Day Extravaganza with activities from Earth Day trivia to a succulent workshop in order to spread awareness on sustainability practices and climate change.

Auburn takes on the SEC Campus Food Pantry Fight

By Emery Lay | Lifestyle Writer | April 16

From April 5 to April 17, Auburn's Campus Food Pantry is participating in SEC Campus Food Pantry Fight and a coordinator at Auburn Cares explains the process and why donations are needed.

Feminists at Auburn aims to bring equality to Auburn's campus

By Kara Mautz | Culture Writer | April 14

A new student organization was started to create more discussion on gender issues and feminism. The two founders of Feminists at Auburn explain the mission behind their club and what they have to offer.

Afterschool care coordinator inspires others to grow

By Abigail Woods | Culture Editor | April 13

From the Auburn Public Library garden to Kreher Preserve and Nature Center's "In the Garden with Cyndi," the work behind it all is Cyndi Czerkawski, an afterschool care coordinator at Cary Woods Elementary School. Czerkawski tells how she got her passion behind gardening and her passion for working with kids.

Auburn High School student works towards inclusivity

By Emery Lay | Lifestyle Writer | April 7

Izzy Seidman, senior at Auburn High School, started the Diversity Council after a fellow student at school and told her: “Jews are not allowed here." Seidman discusses the journey she took to develop this organization and what she hopes it has in-stored for the future.