EDITORIAL | Reporting sexual assault­­ not as simple as it seems

Reporting an assault gives a survivor dignity. It allows them for their voices to be heard and for them to take a stand against their abuser. There is no perfect time to report an assault, except for when the victim is ready to come forward. 

OPINION | Ford-Kavanaugh hearing showed lack of regard for compassion, due process and decency

The Democrats want to stop Judge Brett Kavanaugh by any means necessary. They do not care about the effects these actions may have on Kavanaugh or his family.

OPINION | Ford-Kavanaugh hearing was an indelible stain on America

The Kavanaugh hearing is a stain to America, but it is a stain because it brings to the forefront just one aspect of women's virulent experience with sexism and misogyny.

OPINION | The Auburn Creed will stand the test of time

 Although it has received scrutiny as of late, there is something to be said about a document that stood the test of time.

OPINION | Surely, our community can do better than The Auburn Creed

It’s depressing to read the hymns of praise in favor of the Auburn Creed because it really is an embarrassingly awful document.

Twitter is at a crossroads and has an important decision to make

Recently, Twitter made a significant decision and banned conspiracy theorist Alex Jones and his platform, Info Wars. This follows the move a week earlier by Twitter and several other companies like YouTube, Apple and Facebook, of suspending his accounts.  Why? Jones has a history of spouting false ...

Midterm Elections and You: Why Millennials Need to Get Out and Vote!

We have the sheer numbers alone to make a difference in our community — if we would only get more involved. 

EDITORIAL | New redshirt rule benefits the players — and that's all that should matter

As Gus Malzahn put it, “It’s a new day in college football.”

Sustainability on campus is setting a precedent

Auburn University’s Office of Sustainability is making waves of green around campus as they lead the eco-friendly charge, and that’s a positive thing.

EDITORIAL | Racism plagued gameday on The Plains

"For every member of the Auburn family and visiting fan to feel welcome on this campus, Auburn must move to uphold its professed inclusivity and sense of family."

Former Auburn Athletic Director David Housel on missing his first home game in 53 years

"Not since the Georgia game of 1964, the last home game of that season, have the Tigers played in Auburn without me being there to cheer them on, to live and die with them." 

President Trump finally lowers flag for McCain, should’ve never raised it

On Monday, President Donald Trump faced major scrutiny for having the White House flag flying full-staff following the passing of decorated war veteran, Sen. John McCain, on Saturday. 

EDITORIAL | We must all work together to end hazing

Hazing is quite simply an attack on human dignity. It is an unnecessary and indecent act committed by people in a position of power. There is no need nor a reason for hazing to occur.

LETTER | Ron Anders Jr. is the servant leader Auburn needs

"He has waited for this opportunity for a long time. He has worked tirelessly as a volunteer all my life to make Auburn a better place."

EDITORIAL | The Auburn Family should mean the community, too

Auburn students, it is time to register to vote, attend City Council meetings and engage in discussions with the community at large.

The staff at The Auburn Plainsman have recognized it is time for the city of Auburn and the students of Auburn University to come together to form one greater Auburn community. This is a call to action, one that urges both parties in the Auburn community to participate and empathize with one another. Auburn students, it is time to register to vote, attend City Council meetings and engage in discussions with the community at large.

New downtown restaurant fills a void for Asian cuisine

Snuggled between Little Italy's iconic walls and Taco Mama's bustling lines, Fusion has begun drawing attention after only a few weeks of business.

COLUMN: I’m a LeBron fan, I’m a Lakers fan, but I’m not a fan of the move

So, yes it might be cool to see my favorite player on my favorite team, and no, I am not the scriptwriter of LeBron’s career.