Heather Wright | News Writer - The Auburn Plainsman

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Reading for Impact, the new club on campus

By Heather Wright | News Writer | April 7

There’s a new organization on campus. Reading for Impact is a student organization that teaches and helps improve the Auburn-Opelika community’s literacy. Members are dedicated to “building connections through reading, empowering individuals with literacy skills and providing access to books and educational support, ultimately enriching lives through the power of literacy."

Heather Wright | News Writer

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International Culture Café: Thanksgiving Pies

By Heather Wright | News Writer | December 3

On Nov. 20, 2024, the International Cultural Center hosted an International Culture Café in the Foy Hall lobby, serving students some of the traditional foods of an American Thanksgiving. The International Cultural Center is a program for international students that helps them acclimate to life in the United States and provides them with academic resources, intercultural competency and experiences.

Danny Zimmermann | Photographer

Community

It’s official, Tacorita is back

By Heather Wright | News Writer | October 31

Tacorita, now on 155 N College Street, opened its doors for a soft opening a few days before the grand opening on Oct 25. At noon, the restaurant was almost at full capacity, just an hour after opening its doors.

Mitchell Knighten | Photographer

Community

Tipoff at Toomer’s returns to the Plains

By Heather Wright | News Writer and Railey McCord | News Writer | October 18

On October 17, Tipoff at Toomer’s marked the highly anticipated beginning of Auburn University’s men’s and women’s basketball seasons. The event made its long-awaited return to the Plains since its last appearance three years ago in 2021. This year, Tipoff at Toomers expanded to include more festivities, including a marketplace and a live music performance by popular country music artist Cole Swindell.

Danny Zimmermann | Photographer

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Introducing the Native American and Indigenous Alliance

By Heather Wright | News Writer | October 14

The Native American and Indigenous Alliance hosted a cultural immersion event on Cater Lawn. The event was held as a part of the First 56, a student organization that hosts events the first 56 days of the school year. The event took place on Thursday, Oct. 3, and highlighted several Native American and Indigenous groups, such as the Mississippi Choctaw, and featured speakers there representing Mayan Indians and Indigenous Africans.

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Tiger ID is now fully digital, here's how it works

By Heather Wright | News Writer | October 2

In fall 2024, Tiger ID officially became digital only. The Auburn University Tiger ID office is no longer producing physical student ID cards and is now almost solely using the GET Mobile app.

Katie Petitt | Staff Photographer

Campus

Student organization works to create sensory garden on campus

By Heather Wright | News Writer | November 15

Last week, the Permaculture Tigers invited students to learn more about permaculture as they planned the university's first sensory garden.

Campus

UPC "Barbie" screening a hit among Auburn students

By Heather Wright | News Writer | November 5

Auburn's UPC held a screening of "Barbie," the number one movie of the year Nov. 2. In addition to the screening, students dressed in pink, enjoyed Barbie-themed food and took photos in a life-sized Barbie box.