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COLUMN | Is society becoming more tone deaf?

By Jakai Spikes | Writer | February 9

Social media and news expose people to sensitive and graphic content. This could eventually cause users to become "tone-deaf" to serious situations the more normalized it is to see this content.

EDITORIAL | Why you should submit a letter to the editor

By Editorial Board | Spring 2023 | February 2

Writing a letter to the editor is a quick and easy way to express your personal opinions, respond to various news items or articles and share information about important issues with a broad array of people at one time—all without actually working for a news publication. 

COLUMN | "How was your break?"

By Sami Grace Donnelly | Writer Abroad | January 10

With the week of "How was your break?" approaching, it's important to remember that this over-asked question doesn’t have to be meaningless. It might require some processing and preparation, but people will be more inclined to give a real answer when the question seems genuine. 

COLUMN | You need to forgive yourself

By Sami Grace Donnelly | Writer Abroad | December 16

Forgiveness isn’t something college students think about often, but a lack of forgiveness in your life can be a silent killer — especially if the person you need to forgive is yourself. 

COLUMN | It's never too late to change your major

By Jakai Spikes | Writer | December 15

Just because a student decides to change their major doesn’t make them less of a student. You should feel proud of yourself for making a change that will make you joyful in the future.

COLUMN | How to be friends with someone despite political opinions

By Jakai Spikes | Writer | December 7

Friends are people you share intimate special moments with, and that’s not worth ruining over a difference in opinion when it comes to politics. 

EDITORIAL | Auburn, where do your loyalties lie?

By Editorial Board | Fall 2022 | November 29

Either Auburn needs to take a better look at The Creed it claims to treasure so much, or it needs to abandon it altogether. Nevertheless, it’s just Auburn being Auburn. 

LETTER TO THE EDITOR | Everybody Freeze

By Troy Ferguson | Guest Writer | November 28

Auburn alumnus Troy Ferguson urges the Auburn community to assess the potential hiring of Hugh Freeze as Auburn Football's next head coach. 

COLUMN | Why Cadillac matters to me

By Destini Ambus | Editor-in-Chief | November 26

This is just me, the first Black editor-in-chief of The Plainsman, a girl who’s never really cared about sports in her life, telling you just how important it is to me that Carnell “Cadillac” Williams is the first Black head coach at Auburn University.

COLUMN | Auburn has what it takes to knock off the Tide

By Noah Griffith | Assistant Sports Editor | November 24

I'm not gullible enough to think a team can pull off a historic upset strictly off of team morale, but Auburn is finally playing to its strengths under interim head coach Cadillac Williams. Here's why Auburn can win the 2022 Iron Bowl.

EDITORIAL | Reduce food waste this holiday season

By Editorial Board | Fall 2022 | November 23

Reducing food waste requires preparation, mindfulness, sacrifice and creativity, but even if takes a little more time and thought, it is entirely worth it. This holiday season, don’t let your laziness and complacency result in unnecessary food waste.

EDITORIAL | Free speech — let's talk about it

By Editorial Board | Fall 2022 | November 18

Banning speech of any kind is a slippery slope. The United States has never taken it lightly, and it never should. It may have the power to inflict pain and hurt, but it also has the power to change the world for the better.

COLUMN | Cadillac's the man

By Sami Grace Donnelly | Writer Abroad | November 18

The man of the hour: Carnell “Cadillac” Williams. He’s a breath of fresh air for the fanbase. He knows Auburn’s football program and what the program needs. Long story short, Auburn needs to look no further for a head football coach. 

EDITORIAL | Auburn Athletics is "On to Victory"

By Editorial Board | Fall 2022 | November 9

It is crucial that the Auburn family understands that the On To Victory collective does something that should have been done a long time ago: take name, image and likeness to the next level to acknowledge, celebrate and expand opportunities to the overlooked and underserved athletes. 

EDITORIAL | The importance of midterm elections

By Editorial Board | Fall 2022 | November 2

With the help of the Plainsman, you too can feel motivated to vote in the upcoming midterm elections. Stay tuned as we provide up-to-date coverage of the midterm elections.

COLUMN | How to prepare for internships and interviews

By Jakai Spikes | Writer | October 27

During this time of the year, students begin to worry about how to meet the expectations of an internship opportunity. In order to succeed during this time, it's important to know how to prepare for internship interviews, what to expect and even what to wear.

COLUMN | Harsin is running off players he likely won’t be coaching next year

By Larry Robinson | Photo Editor | October 27

With Bryan Harsin's future at Auburn already being on thin ice, he is now reportedly denying redshirt status to active players, which might be creating an unwelcoming environment for Auburn players.

COLUMN | Is the Auburn Family chronically online?

By Sami Grace Donnelly | Writer Abroad | October 24

The Auburn Family is not just a saying. It can be felt on game days, within traditions and in every off-campus “war eagle.” There is a disparity between the face-to-face Auburn Family and the online presence of the Auburn Family, though.