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Ombudsman shares how his role can help students

By Paul Brock | Campus Writer | April 26

Auburn University has numerous offices and organizations ready and willing to help students with everything from interviews to papers. However, not many students are aware that there is a place they can go for a problem that almost everyone has to face: conflict.

Comedy on The Plains brings roars of laughter back to Auburn after 1 year hiatus

By Elizabeth Hurley | Campus Reporter | April 26

Laughs, claps and even some snorts filled the air Thursday night at Comedy on The Plains in the Student Center Ballroom, where University Program Council hosted comedian Chris D’Elia.

Auburn man charged with possession, production of child pornography

By Staff Report | April 24

The arrest stems from an investigation into a report filed on March 26, in reference to inappropriate photos of a girl under the age of 17 being disseminated and posted on a social media website, police said.

The Plainsman to participate in nationwide Support Student Journalism Day Wednesday

By Staff Report | April 24

The Auburn Plainsman will be partnering Wednesday with student newsrooms across the nation to participate in a day of action to #SaveStudent Newsrooms.

MPA students raise money for Liberian NGO through international cook-off

By Paul Brock | Campus Writer | April 23

More Than Auburn, a service organization for students in Auburn’s masters of public administration, hosted Master Chef Cook-Off in the Eagle’s Nest on Thursday evening.

New College Street parking deck approved for build

By Loren Kimmel | Campus Editor | April 20

Auburn University's Board of Trustees met Friday morning and approved the proposal to build a new parking deck on South College Street.

Auburn Ring ceremony draws the Auburn Family to Langdon Hall in celebration

By Natalie Beckerink | Campus Writer | April 20

Students, teachers and alumni gathered around Langdon Hall to celebrate the annual Auburn Ring tradition. SGA has held this annual event for past several years.

Board of Trustees approves project to enhance current Student Activities Center

By Loren Kimmel | Campus Editor | April 20

The Board of Trustees approved a proposal for renovations on the Student Activities Center that will modify and renovate the existing building to create a facility with a more accommodating event space.

Secretary to Board of Trustees Grant Davis announces retirement after nearly 20 years

By Staff Report | April 20

Beginning his journey more than four decades ago as a student, Grant Davis has been the secretary to Auburn's Board of Trustees since 1999 and recently decided to retire.

Auburn City Council passes 'brunch bill,' allowing Sunday morning drinks in restaurants

By Kailey Beth Smith | Community Reporter | April 20

In a 6-3 vote, the Auburn City Council voted to adopt an amendment to the city's alcohol ordinance.

Auburn superintendent, police chief brief council on school safety

By Sam Willoughby | Community Editor | April 19

Auburn City Schools Superintendent Karen DeLano and Auburn Police Chief Paul Register updated City Council on their efforts to secure Auburn’s schools.

Board of Trustees to consider new South College Street parking deck

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | April 19

The estimated $13.2 million, five-story parking deck, if approved, would have 575 spaces.

Auburn fraternities self-impose ban on hard liquor

By Chip Brownlee | Editor-in-chief | April 18

Starting next month, hard liquor will be banned at rush events, date parties, band parties, big brother nights and all other fraternity events held on chapter properties.

Auburn student accepts premier German undergraduate research internship

By Staff Report | April 18

Auburn University sophomore Elizabeth Farrar will work this summer on a research project in Germany that will focus on the parasites that cause sleeping sickness, a disease deadly to both humans and animals.

First black Auburn SGA president elected Georgia Supreme Court chief justice

By Staff Report | April 18

In 1987, Melton was elected to serve Auburn SGA president, becoming the first black student to serve in the office.

Foy Hall War Eagle Food Court will close for renovations beginning April 23

By Staff Report | April 18

Due to renovations, the War Eagle Food Court in Foy will be closed from April 23 through the summer.

Annual Involvement Awards names 2017-2018 winners

By Loren Kimmel | Campus Editor | April 18

With a red carpet accentuating the entrance to the Student Center Ballroom, the Office of Involvement welcomed attendees to their annual Involvement Awards Tuesday evening in an Oscars-like fashion, greeting honorees with guest lists and table assignments.

The AU Science Cafe set in Jule Collins explores technological advancements in animal science

By Bailey Fuhrmann | Campus Writer | April 18

Tuesday evening at the Jule Collins Smith Museum, the College of Sciences of Mathematics hosted their regular Science Cafe offering guests drinks, snacks and science trivia to enjoy.