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Professors' Ebola research goes viral

By Nicole Fulkerson | Campus Writer | September 2

Auburn University organic chemistry professor Stewart Schneller is one step closer to potentially finding a cure to the Ebola virus.

Toomer's turns over new leaf

By Derek Herscovici | Campus Reporter | September 2

A new era is ready to take root at Toomer's Corner just in time for football season.

Tigers jump one spot to No. 5 in AP rankings

September 2

Auburn jumped from No. 6 to No. 5 on the AP poll to match the Coaches poll ranking from the past two weeks. The Tigers' 45-21 win over SEC rival Arkansas was convincing enough to move them one spot.

Defense needs to be 'prepared for the unexpected' against San Jose State

September 1

Many Auburn fans may not know what to expect when the Tigers play against San Jose State next Saturday, but defensive coordinator Ellis Johnson may be helpful in explaining what type of offensive team the Spartans are.

Offense looking for improvement in 'detailed areas'

By C.J. Holmes | Sports Writer | September 1

Lashlee and the coaching staff took blame for some of the early errors due to poor personnel communication, but also understood that the offense still has plenty of room for improvement.

The Gus Bus takes flight in opening victory over Arkansas

By Eric Wallace | Sports Writer | August 31

During Saturday's season opener against Arkansas, the 2014 Gus Bus showed off that balance, passing for 293 yards and rushing 302 in the season-opening 45-21 victory over Arkansas.

Defense responds to halftime adjustments against Arkansas

By Kyle Van Fechtmann | Assistant Sports Editor | August 30

Jeremy Johnson led the way for Auburn in the first half with 243 passing yards and two touchdowns, but the defense was the reason why the score was tied at half since the Arkansas rushing attack dominated the Tigers defense for 151 yards.

Football overcomes tough first half, weather delay to start season 1-0

By David McKinney | Assistant Sports Editor | August 30

Auburn started the 2014 football season off on the right foot, beating SEC West foe Arkansas 45-21, in a game that included an hour and 28 minute delay due to inclement weather with 9:55 to go in the fourth quarter.

Switchfoot and Ben Rector electrify audiences at PlainsFest

By Derek Herscovici | Campus Reporter | August 30

The Plains roared with feedback from Switchfoot and Ben Rector Friday, Aug. 29 at PlainsFest, the University Program Council's fall concert. Hundreds of students, families, residents and out-of-state football fans gathered at the Gay Street parking lot to hear two of the most dynamic voices in alternative rocks.

Chewacla steps up to paddleboarding

By Kailey Miller | Community Reporter | August 29

A new workout trend has been spreading across the country, and now it has floated its way to Auburn. Stand-up paddleboarding is now being offered at Chewacla State Park. Lori Fuller, stand-up paddleboarding instructor, created a partnership with Mountain High Outfitters where participants can rent boards for each class.

UPDATE: More than 1,000 newspapers stolen from campus

August 28

More than 1,000 copies of The Auburn Plainsman were stolen from seven locations throughout campus, Thursday, Aug. 28. Newspapers were discovered stolen from five locations in the Student Center, as well as from racks in Parker Hall, the Science Center Classrooms, Lowder Hall, Shelby Center and Foy Dining Hall.

Fink's offers varied brews and alcohol expertise

By Payden Evans | Intrigue Writer | August 28

On the inside, Fink's has a certain charm to it that's hard to find elsewhere. The lighting is dim and the seating is plentiful. Modern fixtures hang from the walls. The bar is long and spacious, but the real eye candy is the draft beer wall. At Fink's, beer is a way of life.

Big plans await SGA Senate Council this semester

By Derek Herscovici | Campus Reporter | August 25

One line item that's going into effect immediately is the $2,750 allocated from SGA reserve funds to equip the two new additional Tiger 10 shuttle vans with GPS locators. In a presentation to the senate council, Executive Vice President of Initiatives Jackson Pruett pointed to the 1,359 students that were tracked riding the two new routes Saturday August 16 during the 8 p.m. to 3 a.m. operating hours.

Graduate student awarded $24,000 for prestigious James Madison history fellowship

By Megan Barkdull | Campus Writer | August 24

Erica Vatella, recent graduate, was awarded the James Madison Memorial Fellowship. The Fellowship allocates up to $24,000 toward a master's degree in social studies education.

Pearl greeted by fans at midnight following end of show-cause penalty

By David McKinney | Assistant Sports Editor | August 24

As of 12:01 Sunday morning, Auburn head basketball coach Bruce Pearl will be officially be back.

UPDATE: Threatening tweets revealed regarding charity event

By Derek Thompson | Sports Reporter | August 23

An Auburn University student has been questioned by police for allegedly posting unsuitable messages via Twitter to the event organizers of the Roses for Linda charity event that is still scheduled to proceed in Mobile next month, but without pie throwing, a dunking booth and Harvey Updyke.

Projected heat index at a summer high Saturday afternoon

August 23

The United States Weather Service is projecting temperatures to climb up to 104 degrees in Auburn. That would be the hottest heat indice of the summer yet.

The Hill to undergo makeover in 2015

By Corey Williams | Campus Editor | August 23

Students who live in the Hill dormitories are often plagued by problems, from technical issues to unsightly rooms.