Ella Walton, majoring in English literature with a minor in creative writing, currently serves as the Newsletter Editor at The Auburn Plainsman. Formerly the Culture Editor, Walton has been with The Auburn Plainsman since the fall of 2023.
On Aug. 27, 2025, AUPD responded to a 911 call regarding a "disturbance in the library," on Auburn University's campus. This threat to Auburn comes during a period of false shooting reports on campuses around the United States.
On Saturday, Aug. 24, headliner Joshua Bassett was joined by opener Haven Madison at UPC's 2025 fall concert at the Jay and Susie Gogue Performing Arts Center. Both performers' crowd work made the experience an intimate one for Auburn University students in attendance.
Plainsman's Choice 2025 highlights the best shopping in Auburn. From best new store to best downtown shopping, here is a list of The Plainsman's favorite spots for students to shop.
Auburn University alumna Cynthia Tucker's journalistic journey began in The Plainsman newsroom. Being awarded a Pulitzer Prize in 2007 and the Harper Lee Award in 2022, Tucker's commentary serves as a testament to the importance of free speech.
On the morning of Feb. 20, 2025, Auburn Mayor Ron Anders gave a proclamation at the Jay and Susie Gogue Performing Arts Center, stating that today would henceforth be known as Abbie Stockard Day.
In celebration of Galentine's Day, The Collegiate Hotel in Downtown Auburn hosted a cocktail-making class. The Feb. 13 event, which lasted from 6 to 8 p.m., taught attendees three unique cocktail recipes — as well as how to be the "hostess with the mostest."
On Feb. 5, Auburn's University Program Council hosted a belated 169th birthday celebration for Auburn University, whose official birthday is on Feb. 1. The annual event, which was held in the Melton Student Center ballroom, began at 6 p.m. and lasted until 9 p.m.
Many students are feeling stressed as they prepare for the upcoming election, with pressures stemming from the need to stay informed, manage differing opinions and juggle academic responsibilities. Experts highlight how stress can impact mental well-being and offer advice on coping strategies, such as setting boundaries around political content and practicing self-care.
The Homecoming Pep Rally followed the parade to hype up the Auburn community for a weekend full of festivities. This event gave Miss Homecoming candidates, students and Auburn figures a chance to share their love for Auburn with the Auburn Family.
Students filled the parking lot across from the Gogue Performing Arts Center on Aug. 24, eagerly awaiting entry to see The Driver Era. Clad in fabric skirts, denim, band tees and cowboy boots, students quickly cleared out the free tickets to the show, with UPC giving out all tickets 20 mins after gates opened.
