Bruce Pearl was hired as the Auburn men’s basketball head coach in 2014 after the team’s fifth straight losing season. His passion for basketball and his loyalty to players and the community formed the basis of a new culture — a culture which would one day solidify Auburn’s standing as a basketball school.
In the age of the internet, our actions are under constant scrutiny, whether we know it or not. The social media app YikYak has often been the source of scandal. Although the site boasts of its potential for community and positive impact, it is riddled with gossip, bullying and hate.
We all have the necessary resolve to persist through the worst of college, when one’s workload is unbearable. Yet when this load is different from those commonly faced or completely unknown, it's hard to navigate. What do I do?
Surprise assessments do not prepare students for life after school. In fact, they result in nothing but more onerous semesters. By eliminating pop quizzes, professors allow students to study in the manner most conducive to their success.
Mandatory attendance is a tricky classroom policy. It confines students to cumbersome schedules and prevents them from optimally organizing their time. If an individual can achieve academic excellence without going to class, they should not be punished for their absence.
A guide from a senior for academic success. The five things that helped me through studying at Auburn.
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.
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.
