Opinion

Plainsman's Pointers | New friends

By Sami Grace Donnelly | Editor-in-Chief | August 30

This debut installment of Plainsman's Pointers discusses the process of finding new friends and building strong foundations to produce authentic and meaningful relationships.

COLUMN | Study tips for incoming freshmen

By Chase Morgese | Opinion Editor | August 28

A guide from a senior for academic success. The five things that helped me through studying at Auburn.

Adventures Abroad: re-entry

By Sami Grace Donnelly | Editor-in-Chief | August 21

To close the "Adventures Abroad" mini-series, Sami Grace Donnelly recounts her journey of re-entry and adjusting to life back in the United States.

Adventures Abroad: world's best lemonade

By Sami Grace Donnelly | Editor-in-Chief | August 19

While studying abroad and traveling the world, Sami Grace Donnelly decided to find out if Toomer's Lemonade really is the "world's best lemonade."

A group of six young adults poses cheerfully on grass in front of a large brick building with a clock tower.

COLUMN | Five tips for making an unfamiliar space feel like home

By Sami Grace Donnelly | Editor-in-Chief | August 1

“Home” is a word that has many personal connotations. Maybe “home” does not have the best memories associated with it and you are eager to start something new in college. Maybe you’ve never experienced a real “home” before. I truly believe you can find it here in Auburn. Here are five tips for making an unfamiliar place feel like home, from someone who has faced a lot of unfamiliar places in her day.

COLUMN | Don't be a catcher in the rye

By Brychelle Brooks | Editor-in-Chief | June 24

Reading has always been one of my favorite hobbies. Most of my favorite works have been challenged or banned, though they still have lessons to be learned. Here's some of the lessons I've learned from banned books and why I think you should read them too.

Adventures Abroad: traveling with an autoimmune disease

By Sami Grace Donnelly | Editor-in-Chief | June 20

One writer shares a personal experience about being abroad with severe dietary restrictions. It is not a curse, but it is rather an opportunity to grow, learn and gain a new appreciation for yourself and your circumstances.

COLUMN | The history and importance of Juneteenth

By Brychelle Brooks | Editor-in-Chief | June 19

As of June 16, 2021, Juneteenth was established as a federal holiday, one of 11 recognized nationally. Originally celebrated on June 19, 1866, in Texas to mark the date that enslaved people learned of the Emancipation Proclamation, Juneteenth should be observed as a major date in our history to commemorate the freedom of those enslaved.

Miss Auburn Grace Crim letter to Camp War Eagle

June 4

2024-25 Miss Auburn Grace Crim welcomes and thanks the incoming students to the university.

Johnnie Harris Letter to Freshman

June 4

Auburn Tigers Women's Basketball head coach shares some welcoming words for the incoming 2024-2025 freshmen.

President Roberts' letter to incoming students

June 4

Christopher Roberts, president of Auburn University, pens a letter to students about to join the university.

Bruce Pearl: Letter to incoming freshman

June 4

Head men's basketball coach Bruce Pearl welcomes incoming students to the Plains.

Ron Anders welcomes freshmen to the Plains

By Mayor Ron Anders | June 4

Auburn mayor Ron Anders welcomes Camp War Eagle students to the university and city.

Letter from the Editor: Au revoir Plainsman

By Kristen Carr | Editor-in-Chief | May 1

Everybody tells you that college will go by fast. It’s not like I didn’t believe them, it’s just different when you experience it first-hand.

EDITORIAL | Navigating the DEI bill

By Brychelle Brooks | Editor-in-Chief and Editorial Board | April 29

Over one month since AL legislation passed the “DEI bill” on March 20, there is still an abundance of uncertainty in the university’s next steps to abide by the legislation going into effect on Oct. 1. SB-129, is bringing Auburn backwards in advancement of diversity, and the unanswered questions and implications coming from this legislation are concerning.

COLUMN | Having a high GPA is overrated

By Chase Morgese | Opinion Editor | April 15

Achieving a high GPA requires hard work and sacrifice, which are appreciated in any workplace. However, there comes a point at which getting good grades offers diminishing returns on an individual level.

EDITORIAL | Opt in for a personal finance class

By Editorial Board | April 5

In order to fulfill the goals of Auburn's mission statement, students should be coming out of the university as well-rounded individuals. While being well-rounded can vary person-to-person, we suggest that students make an effort to educate themselves in personal finance through Auburn's personal finance course.

COLUMN | Engineers should embrace the arts

By Chase Morgese | Opinion Editor | April 1

Engineering students spend most of their time immersed in science, often causing them to neglect the arts. However, engaging with art may bring them personal benefit and refine their ability to think critically.

COLUMN | Where to find healthy eating alternatives in Auburn

By Hailey Smith | Culture Writer | March 30

Finding healthy meals on the go in Auburn can be a difficult task. However, there are many options on campus that cater to students with allergies, food sensitivities or healthy preferences.

Adventures Abroad: echar de menos

By Sami Grace Donnelly | Editor-in-Chief | March 29

How does the phrase "I miss you" translate back and forth from English to Spanish? What does "missing" look like while living countries away? Writer abroad Sami Grace Donnelly speaks about her experience "missing" people while she lives outside of the United States.