Sam Bainter, freshman in English language arts education, is a culture writer for The Auburn Plainsman.
The Auburn Public Library will host its Star Wars Imperial Gala on Thursday, May 1, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. This is a free, public event open to any Star Wars fan. The event will include free food, fun games, Star Wars-themed crafts, a DJ, a dance floor and a costume contest with prizes.
Fueled by the pressure of final exams, the demand for coffee around Auburn's campus spikes as students brace for late-night study sessions. Discover six coffee places on campus, from well-beloved classics to unfamiliar names, where students can satisfy their need for caffeine.
Ambrose “Rowdy” Gaines IV is a three-time Olympic gold medalist in swimming, but his journey to success was not without waves of difficulty. Through triumphs and setbacks, Gaines has proven to be an enduring inspiration and accredits much of his success to Auburn, his alma mater.
Actress Kelly Collins Lintz is making her directorial debut with "ABLE," a film about Kayla Kosmalski, a young woman with Down syndrome who has defied expectations. Lintz, who recently moved to Auburn, was inspired by the city's intentionality in serving those with Down syndrome.
sweetFrog, a new frozen yogurt shop in Auburn, opened its doors on Jan. 1. Built on passion, pride and a sense of community, sweetFrog offers many combinations to appeal to one's sweet tooth.
Auburn University Libraries has found an unconventional way to soothe students during finals week: a tiny foam tiger named Ralph. Created in 2019, Ralph has evolved from a simple stress toy to a beloved campus icon.
The holiday season is a time for giving back. Donating to local organizations like the Food Bank of East Alabama, The Exceptional Foundation of East Alabama and the Auburn City Toy Drive can help those in need during the holiday season.
On Oct. 25 and 26, Auburn’s Kreher Preserve and Nature Center hosted its annual Nature Nightmares. Guests embarked on a self-guided tour through the forest, encountering spine-chilling scares, eerie decorations and haunting performances.
The Jay and Susie Gogue Performing Arts Center will screen "The Wizard of Oz” for the movie’s 85th anniversary while the Alabama Symphony Orchestra plays the music score live. Performances will be on Tuesday, Oct. 15 and Wednesday, Oct. 16 at 7 p.m. in the Woltosz Theatre, which seats over 1,200 guests.
On Sept. 27 at 7:30 p.m., The Wellesley Girl had its opening night at the Telfair B. Peet Theatre. The Wellesley Girl, written by Brendan Pelsue and directed by Scott Phillips, provides commentary on the complicated world of political factionalism.
