Ali Carriere | News Writer - The Auburn Plainsman

Elizabeth Marsh | Photographer

Campus

Auburn University student political organizations host Great Debate

By Ali Carriere | News Writer and Jennifer Santiago | News Writer | April 11

On Thursday, April 10 at 6 p.m. in the Haley Center, student representatives from Auburn College Republicans, College Democrats at Auburn University and the Mises Society participated in the annual Great Debate. The discussion centered around current hot topics like the emergence of the Department of Government Efficiency, the United States' role in global affairs and immigration policies.

Estela Munoz

Campus

Auburn United Campus Workers hold rally and petition for better wages

By Ali Carriere | News Writer and Michaela Yielding | News Editor | April 10

On April 9, the United Campus Workers of Alabama at Auburn University held a rally and petition signing at Toomer’s Corner. The rally highlighted their demand for the university to conduct cost of living adjustments, raise the university’s minimum wage to $17.50, increase graduate student stipends to $25k and other things before marching to the President's office in Samford Hall to deliver the petition to President Christopher Roberts and Chief Financial Officer Kelli Shomaker. However, neither Roberts nor Shomaker was present at the time of the delivery.

Luca Flores | Photo Editor

Campus

Auburn through their eyes

By Ali Carriere | News Writer | March 13

A freshman from Point Pleasant, New Jersey and a senior from Nashville, Tennessee. Two students, both from vastly different backgrounds yet their lives so far have led them down the same path, all the way to Auburn University.

Luca Flores | Photo Editor

Campus

2025 Miss Auburn campaigns commence across campus

By Ally Northridge | News Reporter and Ali Carriere | News Writer | February 7

On Wednesday, Feb. 5, the top five Miss Auburn candidates began their campaigns on Haley Concourse, meeting with students, explaining their personal connection to Auburn and representing their initiatives.

Luca Flores | Photo Editor

Campus

Meet the 2025 Miss Auburn candidates and their campaigns

By Ally Northridge | News Reporter and Ali Carriere | News Writer | February 4

Five candidates will compete to become Miss Auburn 2025, with the winner serving as the official hostess for Auburn University. From 7 to 5 p.m., candidates will represent their campaigns Wednesday through Friday and meet with students on the Haley Concourse. Voting will occur on Friday, Feb. 7 from 7 to 5 p.m. and the winner will be announced the same day at 10 p.m. on the Cater Hall steps.

Opelika's Very Merry Stroll & Tree Lighting

Estela Munoz

Community

Opelika Public Library hosts A Very Merry Stroll

By Ali Carriere | News Writer | December 25

The Opelika Public Library held the Merry Stroll Tree Lighting event on Nov. 27, signifying the kickoff of holiday festivities the city of Opelika planned for the rest of the year. Families gathered and conversed, children played while being wowed by the decor and Christmas music filled the air as everyone patiently waited for the lighting ceremony.

Matthew Poczatek | Photographer

Community

Bald eagle nest removal sparks outrage, boycott and federal investigation

By Ally Northridge | News Reporter and Ali Carriere | News Writer | November 19

On Friday night, Nov. 15, Columbus, Georgia contractor Hughston Homes removed a bald eagle nest near North College Street, despite a viral petition and community support to save the nest. The bonded bald eagle pair, named Jim and Pam by locals, are now without a home for nesting season, sparking outrage in the Auburn community, as residents and students call for a boycott and city officials request a federal investigation.