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Table of contents 5 Welcome Letters 7 Letter from the Editor 8-9 Campus dining news 10 Dorm living 11-12 Money-saving tips 14 Get involved at Auburn 16 Campus safety 18 Downtown Opelika 19 Student’s guide to the University 20 Lowder Lounge 21 Academic calendar 23 Sports section 24 Quarterback preview 25 Defense preview

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Welcome letters

Letter from 2014-15 SGA President Logan Powell

contributed by office of the provost

Logan Powell was elected into office in February 2014.

paring to graduate, I want to challenge each of you to do the same.

Jim Elliot once said, “Wherever you are, be all there….”

As the best student body in the country, let’s make that our mission throughout this next year – in the classroom, in our student sections, and even while spending time with friends and family. As we all quickly learned upon arriving on campus, college is an extremely formative period, so let’s strive to make the most of our time here.

Again, welcome back to Auburn.

Our team counts ourselves blessed to be in a position to serve a university and student body we love.

We are excited to have you back on campus and we cannot wait to experience another year at Auburn University with you.

God Bless and War Eagle!

On behalf of your Student Government Association, I would like to welcome each of you back to Auburn for another school year.

We are excited to have you back and cannot wait to see what another year of your contribution to all areas of campus life has in store for our university.

Auburn is a special place because of its student body, so thank you in advance for the ways in which you will serve our school and those around you throughout the coming year. Our Student Government is honored to be working to create an even better Auburn for the student body.

This summer was a productive time for our team – we have worked to create a comprehensive feedback system to hear your concerns in all areas of campus life, to organize a

more efficient late night transportation system, to continually improve your game day experience, and to ensure that international students at Auburn are receiving a proper orientation, among other projects, programs, and initiatives.

As the next academic year begins, we are committed to continuing to use our positions to make significant progress on our priorities and goals. However, know that we are ultimately here to serve you – please let us know how we can do so!

This summer, Auburn welcomed the biggest freshman class in our university’s history to campus. At Camp War Eagle, I challenged this class to give their time at Auburn their all.

Whether you are a member of this incoming class or a senior pre-

make sure you have all of the tools you need to be productive and engaged.

Remember, you wouldn’t be here if we didn’t believe in your capacity for success.

There are countless campus resources available, ask for help when you need it.

- And lastly, be a good campus citizen.

As a member of the Auburn Family, you are responsible for engaging with other students, many of whom may hold different beliefs than yours.

Look at your time at Auburn as one of discovery.

Be open to new conversations and experiences.

This will help you realize new ways of sharing your knowledge and talents with the world.

Auburn is fortunate to have such exceptional students.

You are the reason we are here.

Best of luck for a successful semester!

Timothy Boosinger has worked as provost since 2012.

Letter from University Provost Timothy Boosinger

War Eagle! On behalf of the entire faculty, welcome back!

I trust you had a productive summer and are returning to campus rested, energized and ready to conquer a new academic year.

Fall is always an exciting time on our campus thanks to the energy of the students.

While I hope the summer months offered you an opportunity to take a break from academic rigors, I’d like to share a few thoughts to help start your semester off on the right track: •Keep your academic goals in mind.

Fall semester is an especially busy time that brings academic, social and professional opportunities—all of which compete for your time.

While it’s important to fully experience college life, remember that your ultimate objective is to achieve your learning goals and finish your degree on time.

- Sign up for AU Alert.

This past spring was a great les-

son in preparing for the unexpected.

Several days of classes were cancelled due to inclement weather and safety precautions.

We were able to effectively inform students of changes to the campus schedule through AU Alert, our official emergency notification system.

If you have not already signed up through AU Access, please do so.

- Actively engage with your faculty members.

Auburn University’s faculty are leading scholars in their fields of study.

They are here to present you with new ideas and perspectives.

Look to them as mentors, guides, and professional resources.

Take the opportunity to get to know them outside of the classroom.

- Don’t be afraid to ask for help.

Even the most successful students have to ask for help sometimes.

Our faculty and staff are here to

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letter from the editor

Reporting the news Auburn needs to know Becky Hardy editor-in-chief

A new year brings new beginnings.

It’s the beginning of classes, beginning of football season and, for some, the beginning of whole new chapter in their lives.

My advice for lower- and upperclassmen is to take advantage of all Auburn University has to offer and take advantage of the towns around Auburn.

We may live in a small town, but we should never say we’re bored.

The Plainsman’s campus section covers everything from Student Government Association sen-

ate meetings to University Program Council concerts to events other University organizations hold throughout the year.

We cover community news, such as music festivals in Opelika and Waverly and new restaurants and shops to check out.

Our intrigue section will give readers ideas that can keep them occupied on those lazy Sundays, whether it’s making a delicious meal or getting involved with the Parkour Club.

If you keep up with The Plainsman every week, you’re sure to never be bored.

You can also get involved with some of the organizations on campus.

Logging on the AUinvolve will show all the campus clubs and organizations.

My recommendation is to pick up to three organizations or clubs to join at one time.

The Plainsman is also hiring staff throughout the semester.

Whether you are a journalism major or not, anyone is welcome to write and share their voice here at the paper.

Our office is Room 1111 on the bottom floor of the Student Center and applications are online.

You can also email me at rsh0010@auburn.edu if you have any questions about joining The Plainsman staff or working as a volunteer.

The Plainsman prides itself on getting the news to everyone as fast as possible through our Twitter and Facebook accounts.

However, The Plainsman doesn’t stop at covering features and break-

ing news.

Our reporters and myself will uncover injustices, spread the word about causes and try to make this University the best it can be.

If we’re paying thousands of dollars to go to school here, we better make sure we’re getting our moneys worth.

I can’t tell you how excited I am to start the fall semester working at The Plainsman.

We have many new ideas for our readers.

I hope you will take advantage of us as a resource as much as possible.

We’re dedicated to giving you news the campus and community not only want to hear, but need to hear.

The reporters at The Plainsman have a unique voice.

They can tell stories from a student perspective and find stories students and people who love Auburn are interested in.

Whether it’s the kind lady who greets everyone at the bookstore or a fellow student with an interesting back story, we’re always open to ideas.

As editor-in-chief of The Plainsman I pledge that I will try my absolute hardest, especially since I’ve already sold my soul to the paper, to bring the Auburn campus and community all the news it needs as timely as possible.

Our passion is the uncovering the truth and we’re a spirit that is not afraid of doing just that.

Becky Hardy is the 2014-15 Editor-in-Chief for The Auburn Plainsman. She can be reached via email at editor@theplainsman.com.

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Foy to stay open during renovations Jim Little News Writer

Foy Hall will remain operational during the fall semester despite ongoing renovations, according to Jim Carroll, Auburn University architect.

Construction on the east plaza should finish by the beginning of the fall semester.

However, renovations to the west plaza will not conclude until January 2015, according to Carroll.

“The [eastern plaza] renovation is an effort to connect Ross Square and Foy Hall,” Carroll said. “The western courtyard is in demolition stage right now.”

Renovations to the western courtyard will remove bricks and add more green space.

“A lot of people complained about the courtyard before,” said Carroll, “It was a bit of a tired

space.”

Chicken Salad Chick will open with an outside dining area in the new courtyard when renovations finish. Chicken Salad Chick was announced as a new restaurant coming to campus last February.

“I like the idea of the chicken salad restaurant,” said Jonathan Land, a recent graduate of Auburn in history. “There definitely needs to be more seating outside.”

Auburn alumna Stacy Brown started the restaurant in Auburn, and now has more than 60 restaurants in the Southeast, according to the company’s website.

“I know a lot of students are looking forward to a new place to eat,” said Sam Hickman, senior in media studies.

Foy Hall will operate as normal for students, including the food court, this fall.

Access will only be restricted to areas under construction in the western courtyard, according to Carroll.

“I’ve seen the plans and I think it’s ok,” Hickman said. “They’re relandscaping and have some of the entrances closed, so it’s inconvenient.”

Along with the food court, Foy Hall houses several student-oriented services including the Veterans Resource Center, First Year Experience Offices and International Education.

Funds for the construction for the $2.2 million renovation of the western courtyard came from Auxiliary Services working through Student Affairs.

According to Carroll, the east plaza’s $150,000 construction cost came through a deferred fund tied to the maintenance of Ross Square.

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CAMPUS DINING

Wake Up Coffee Co. brings coffee van to campus Jordan Hays Copy Editor

Twenty degrees north and south of the equator, in regions known as the 20th parallels, natives harvest the fuel that keeps the world running: Coffee.

It is in these regions where Wake Up Coffee Co. chooses to buy their coffee beans at a fare price.

It’s called fair and direct trade, according to Megan Preston, co-owner of Wake Up Coffee Co., and it beats the banana republic – a politically unstable area with an impoverished working class whose economy depends largely on exporting products – most coffee growers in the 42nd Parallel work.

“When you create a market place for what people can produce, that could go on forever,” Megan said.

“It gives them more opportunity for continued income and gives them the

pride of a job well-done and empowerment through meaningful work.”

From Ethiopia, Mexico, Liberia and straight into your coffee cup on Auburn University’s campus; Wake Up Coffee will be selling their worldly coffee on campus among the ranks of the various other food trucks this coming fall semester next to Comer Hall off of Mell Street from morning through lunch.

Wake Up Coffee will begin selling their coffee from a 1982 Volkswagen Vanagon Westfalia modified to into a coffee house on wheels, which they named Papercup Espresso.

Equipped with most of the amenities the main store has to offer, Wake Up Coffee and Papercup Espresso will be able to satisfy the coffee craving students need fixed to wake up with lattes, espresso, mixed drinks and dripped coffee.

Wake Up Coffee will begin roast-

ing their own coffee beans locally once the van makes its début on campus.

“From what I’ve heard, Starbucks is always really crowded,” Megan said. “It would be nice to have another option, so we might catch some of their overflow.”

Megan and Wade Preston, coowner of Wake Up Coffee Co., purchased the van from Steady Hand Pour House, a coffee shop based in Atlanta.

“It used to be a street coffee van, but it had been sitting out for three or four years, was rusty and busted up,” Wade said. “We saw some potential in it and we thought it was made for a college town.”

The van’s first adventure into coffee was at the 2013 Iron Bowl before Wake Up Coffee Co. ever opened.

Megan and Wade set up Paper Cup Espresso next to Ander’s Bookstore

to advertise their soon-to-be coffee shop.

“It’s fun to look back and know that our first day of business, the first cup of coffee we ever sold was on the Iron Bowl 2013,” Wade said.

Now, the van is in good shape thanks to Auburn industrial design seniors Blaine McHale, Kathryn Klebenow, Joanna Waters, Madeline Sharp and Matt Severin.

Wake Up Coffee contacted the industrial design department at Auburn to work on the interior design and layout of the van.

“With one or two people working in the van, space can be at a premium,” Severin said. “There are also certain things you are required to have for health standards, so making sure everything can fit into the van can be kind of a hard job.”

After measuring the van, brainstorming and consulted with Wade,

the industrial design students were able to design an interior that was as efficient as possible from the standpoint of a barista.

“It’ll make it look like more of a coffee can, instead of like a ‘let’s all grab Shaggy and the gang and go camping’ van,” Severin said.

Megan and Wade have begun a Kickstarter in order to get their van project off the ground.

Wake Up Coffee’s goal is $10,000 and will end on Aug. 17.

Individuals who pledge money to Papercup Espresso’s Kickstarter can receive anything form free coffee and T-shirts to full barista lessons.

Backers who donate $1,000 or more will receive a private party from Wake Up Coffee with live music and unlimited free drinks at Wake Up Coffee Co. in Auburn or at a private location of the backer’s choosing.

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Students make themselves at home in their college spaces Lindsey Raygan Intrigue Writer

Along with living away from parents and starting a new chapter of life, designing a college room that is both functional and fashionable is one of the steps many students feel is necessary.

According to Lindsay Tan, assistant professor of interior design, one of the most prominent challenges students face when it comes to designing their room is the lack of available space.

“Students are having to make decisions about survival instead of having fun decorating,” Tan said.

In order to deal with the challenging amount of space, Tan advises students to first make a list of essential needs,

avoid buying pieces and décor that can only be used in limited ways and purchase multiuse items.

“Get something that you can adapt and change,” Tan said.

Tan said she believes in such a vital time of a student’s life, it is essential to have personal space, even if students share a room.

“You need to feel safe in your space and feel like you have control over it,” Tan said.

According to Tan, studies show students who design and decorate their rooms to their liking while in college tend to stay in college.

“Students should decorate to remind them of home and who they want to be in col-

lege,” Tan said.

When she moved away for college, Tan brought with her a spoon jar that sat on her kitchen counter when she was a child.

Jenny Mellown, freshman in pre-engineering, said she will be combining the essential elements of the room of a college student with a few items from her home.

“I think everyone needs a desk for school stuff,” Mellown said. “I am bringing my bed from home.”

Molly Ridgeway, junior in interior design, shares the same beliefs as Tan when it comes to designing a college room.

“The rooms are small so you want to be comfy when you’re in it,” Ridgeway said.

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Victoria Beasley decorates her room at Eagle’s Landing on Longleaf Drive to fit her style.

“You want something cozy because you are in a different environment.”

In her own room, Ridge-

way has pictures and personal items along with blankets and other elements that make her feel at home when she is

at Auburn.

“Decorate your space in your style, not the typical dorm style,” Ridgeway said.

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How to avoid the stereotype of the broke college student Derek Thompson sports writer

The Cheerleader, the jock, the gothic kid.

I’d like to believe we’ve left these stereotypes back in high school.

However, a stereotype most of us can’t avoid fulfilling at Auburn University is the broke college student.

That’s because most of us are broke, but that is all right. However, not knowing how to budget the little money you have, or spending it unwisely, is not all right.

If you haven’t learned money management yet, now is the time.

Effectively managing your money will help you for the rest of your life, not just in college.

Take some time and plan out your budget. If you have never made a budget before, you need to start by knowing how much money you’ll have coming in every month and how much you think you’ll be spending.

The biggest expenses will be the money you spend on tuition, if someone is not paying it for you already.

The rest of your money has to go toward the basics: food, housing, transportation, books, etc.

Start your budget by looking at the most expensive. It is usually tuition and books.

Take advantage of discounts and incentive programs provided by the University. Make sure you know the terms and conditions of any loans you take out, and research scholarships and grants before you accept them.

The college bookstore isn’t your only option for purchasing textbooks.

Make sure you compare prices online to find the best deal. If you do decide to buy your books from the bookstore, it may be cheaper if you buy them used, rent, get the digital copies or sell them back at the end of the semester.

Many college students pack on some weight during their first year at school.

Our appetites can be expensive.

To save on food costs, eat at home as much as possible. Do not shop for groceries when you’re hungry. Shop for food with a list and stick to it. It also helps save money in the long run to buy in bulk.

Resist your daily caffeine fix at Starbucks.

If you absolutely have to have coffee, buy a coffee maker and

make your own at home, or substitute the expensive latte with a regular coffee.

Gas prices and parking passes are expensive.

Carpool with friends when possible and walk or ride your bike to class to save your gas money to do other things.

The Tiger Transit provides students with transportation to get to campus. Your tuition payments include fees associated with it.

For all who like to shop until you drop, try purchasing your clothes at Plato’s Closet or another secondhand store instead of the mall and save tons.

Many college students like to go out drinking and have a good time.

Do it for less by looking for the happy hour specials at the bars and restaurants before going out. When you decide where you are going out,

only take the amount you’re happy to spend that night, and no plastic cards.

Spending time with your significant other does not always have to tear into your wallet.

Dates with your crush don’t always have to be an expensive dinner at Hamilton’s.

Do something fun like a hike or picnic at Chewacla State Park, or watch a scary movie at your house every once in a while.

These tips may not seem like you are saving much short term, but if you start looking at your budget often, you will be able to tell the difference in your spending and have more money to do the things you enjoy.

Derek Thompson is a sports writer at The Auburn Plainsman. He can be contacted via email at sports @theplainsman.com.

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Students share their favorite steals and deals Rachel Davis Intrigue Writer

Charlotte Kelly / Graphics editor

There are plenty of good deals in Auburn — if you know where to look.

The first place to find a bargain is in the grocery store, according to Stephen Milton, senior in chemical engineering.

“If you’re lucky enough, you can usually get cheap gallons of milk from Kroger on Sunday on Manager’s Special, since they’re close to expiring,” Milton said. “By expiring, I mean that they still have a week before the [sell by] date, so if you drink as much milk as me, it’s a good deal.”

Other items on Manager’s Special at Kroger include produce, cheese, bakery items and packaged goods.

“They sometimes stick perfectly good products with damaged packaging [there] that are still fine,” Mil-

ton said.

Erin Conway, junior in chemical engineering, spends a lot of time on campus and tries to make her meal plan stretch as far as possible.

One of her go-to meals is the macaroni and cheese at Go Greek, which costs 84 cents. Other good deals on campus include 50 cent pancakes at AU Smokehouse in Foy Dining Hall.

Richard Polke, senior in psychology, uses coupons that come in the mail to make his meals cheaper. For deals on clothing and shoes, Belk offers a 10 percent discount on certain brands if the shopper uses a Belk credit or debit card.

“It’s not always the case, but for most it is,” Polke said. “[For] Polo brand, the 10 percent only works on their clearance items, not the new items that just came off the truck.”

Online is another place to look for deals on clothes.

“Haute Look, Jacks Threads [and] Frank and Oak have great things for boys, and Rue La La [and] Fab.com have great things for girls,” Polke said. “All of those are online stores.

And, Touch of Modern has great things for anybody. All of those sites sell things at discount prices.”

For those who would rather spend their time outdoors, the Chewacla State Park annual pass is a good investment.

“My friend, Becca, went so much she got her money’s worth and then some,” Milton said.

For an individual, the pass is $60.

Regular entrance costs $2 per adult on weekdays and $3 per adult on weekends.

Milton summed up his preferred way to find the best deal.

“The best way to save money is to only buy what’s important to you,” Milton said.

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Getting involved at Auburn ‘easier than it looks’ Kerry Coppinger News Writer

Getting involved at Auburn is easier than it looks, according to Involvement Ambassadors President Dillon Nettles.

“Campus involvement may seem overwhelming for many incoming freshmen,” Nettles said. “However, freshmen, have an array of opportunities and plenty of time to explore their interests.”

Nettles suggested logging on to Auburn’s involvement website, AU Involve, with your student username and password. Students have access to all of Auburn’s student organizations and can choose from the more than 400 groups and clubs.

AU Involve allows students to track their service hours, generate a list of everything they are involved in for their resume and contact other members of their organizations,

Nettles said.

Nettles also stresses it is never too late or too difficult for any student to get involved. He said he thinks opportunities exist for all students, and people who think they don’t are buying into a myth.

“I would advise any upperclassmen to not buy in to this belief because not only do most organizations not require any previous involvement, but they desire new and excited members, no matter their classification,” Nettles said.

Olabode Anise, SGA vice president agreed.

“Upperclassmen can get involved in a couple of ways,” Anise said.

“SGA has a lot of opportunities because of the many things we do.”

He went on to explain each of these aspects in detail.

“For those who like programming, they can take part in plan-

ning Homecoming, Pep Rallies or the Miss Auburn University Scholarship Pageant,” Anise said. “If you like more long-lasting projects, the initiatives section of cabinet may be your preference. This is where we work with different administrators in advocating for students in the areas of academic, dining, facilities and many others.”

According to Anise, those involved in SGA have a variety of academic interests and have all found SGA to be beneficial.

“I would like to say that we have a diverse group of majors in our organization,” Anise said. “A quick look at our executive officers, and you’ll see someone from COSAM, College of Business, College of Liberal Arts and College of Engineering.”

University Program Council is another way students who enjoy

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The first question any student should ask themselves is ‘Why do want to get involved?’ and let your answer lead you toward that organization which is the best fit for you.”

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planning events can get involved.

UPC president Amanda Hurite gave an inside look at the more than 60 events they hold each year.

“UPC is responsible for providing entertainment on campus,” Hurite said. “Our organization is split into 11 committees, each with their own focus. We can reach a broad range of students. There is always something to do. Some of our events include Open Mic Nights, free mov-

ies, Tiger Nights, Major Concerts, comedians and more.”

While UPC and SGA are two of the largest organizations on campus, Nettles stresses the many other opportunities available.

“The first question any student should ask themselves is ‘Why do I want to get involved?’ and let your answer lead you toward that organization which is the best fit for you,” Nettles said.

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Campus and community offer ways to keep AU students safe

Ashtyne Cole news editor

CENTER FOR COMMUNITY SERVICE WEB: auburn.edu/service

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Auburn University takes pride in the low crime rate on campus.

Collegefactual.com deemed the University’s crime rate to be about average. The website gave Auburn a B+ crime grade and included a break down of the most prevalent crimes on campus.

Seventy-nine percent of crimes are burglaries, 10.7 percent are motor vehicle theft, 7.1 percent are robbery and 3.6 percent are sexual assault. The University is about average in possessions of weapons, drugs and liquor.

The University’s public safety department offers multiple resources and tips to ensure students are safe.

“We seek to be a user-friendly department and to build a relationship of mutual trust and respect with students, faculty and staff as we strive to provide a safe and secure environment through educational programming, collaboration with various university constituents and enforcement of laws and regulations,” said Melvin Owens, executive director of Public Safety and Security.

The University is contracted with the City of Auburn public safety department (AUPSS) to provide a police presence on campus. All crimes are reported to Auburn police.

AUPSS is available 24 hours a day to report non-emergent campus safety and security concerns at 334844-8888.

Auburn offers AU ALERT, a system that communicates emergency information to students quickly via text, call and email.

Campus is also equipped with eight outdoor warning sirens, which communicate immediate emergencies on campus.

The University also sends time sensitive emails to students alerting them of specific types of incidents on campus. On Sunday, July 20, students were sent an email alert-

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Multiple emergency lights are spread across campus and call police when activated. ing them of a sexual assault that occurred on campus.

Auburn Police Division captain, Lorenza Dorsey encourages students to travel in groups and keep an eye on their drinks at all times.

The Campus Security Shuttle is available for free use to on-campus locations from 6 p.m. to 7 a.m. seven days a week. Call 334-884-7400 to obtain a shuttle.

The Tiger Transit Off-Campus Night Transit is also available for off campus use. The transits are in use 6:15-10 p.m. during the fall and spring semesters, and they depart from the Student Center/Haley Center hub every 30 minutes.

The Tiger Ten Late Night Transportations system leaves from Magnolia Avenue beginning at 10:30 p.m. until 3:30 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and also travels at 30-minute intervals. The University also offers different resources for students to cope with violence.

Auburn University Student Counseling Services (SCS) offer students counseling by certified psychologists.

Doug Hankes is the director of SCS and works closely with students in need of counseling.

“We see all kinds of students with any kind of psychological mental health issues, but we also see stu-

dents who are just having a rough time in school,” Hankes said. “From students who are having roommate difficulties to athletes that need help to perform better, we talk to all kinds of students.”

The University offers services from Safe Harbor, an advocacy program for students who have experienced sexual assault or harassment in the community, offers services via Rape Counselors of East Alabama (RCEA).

Executive director of RCEA Vickie Dearing said the most important aspect of RCEA is making sure victims do not have to go through the long healing process alone.

“We respond to hospital calls when a sexual assault victim has been brought in and we stay with them every step of the way,” Dearing said. “Victims might not know all of the resources that are offered to them, and we act as a sort of referral service for them.”

The 24-hour hotline is 334-7050510, and counselors are always available to offer insight and support for victims.

The University Public Safety department advises students to keep windows and doors locked at their homes at all times, staying alert to surroundings, walk confidently and trust your instincts.

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Sometimes, students need a break from Auburn University’s campus.

The Auburn and Opelika areas have many activities that are fun and will meet those needs.

Two places in Auburn where students can enjoy nature are Chewacle State Park and The Louise Kreher Forest Ecology Preserve.

Chewacla State Park, on Shell Toomer Parkway, has 696 acres on which visitors can hang out, string up their hammocks, hike, run and bike.

Visitors can also swim in or lay out by the 26-acre lake.

Odell Banks, park manager of Chewacla, said students come to hang out and relax the weekend of the first away football game, but he said he would enjoy seeing more students before then.

“We love to see the students out here,” Banks said.

General admission to Chewacla is $2 on weekdays and $3 on weekends.

The Louise Kreher Forest Ecology Preserve, according to administrator Jennifer Lolley, also has a lot to offer students, most notably, free admission.

The 126-acre preserve, located on North College Street, has more than

five miles of trails. However, the preserve has a couple of rules – no dogs, and no one can take anything, such as flowers, from the preserve.

“Leave only footprints, take only pictures,” Lolley said.

The gates of the preserve never close, so runners only have to wait for sunrise to begin a morning run.

Lolley said the preserve, which serves as an outdoor classroom for the University, offers free membership to all Auburn students. Students need only ask and show an Auburn I.D. to receive a membership card.

A benefit of membership is discounted prices for events at the preserve.

In addition to being an ideal place to hammock, run or study, the preserve offers monthly educational programs, such as the Hunger Games Survival Skills program.

The preserve will hold “Songs in the Woods,” featuring the Dave Potts Band on Sept. 14 from 3-5 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to bring picnics, blankets and chairs.

“One of the benefits of the preserve is getting outside, taking a walk in the woods,” Lolley said. “It can really de-stress you and give you a clear head.”

If students want to enjoy a day away from Auburn, they can check out Opelika’s downtown, specifi-

cally Railroad Avenue, according to Opelika Main Street director Pam Powers-Smith.

Powers-Smith said she sees many students strolling downtown Saturday afternoons, soaking up what Powers-Smith said sets downtown Opelika apart from what students see every other day – “different people, different landscape, and different ambiance.”

First Fridays are held the first Friday of every month. Restaurants downtown remain open later, shops stay open until 9 p.m. and street musicians perform at every corner.

“I do feel like students get a break from school when they come to downtown Opelika,” Powers-Smith said.

Camber Hudson, sophomore in interior design, discovered downtown Opelika six months ago.

“The historical and homey feel really made me feel like I stepped back in time for a bit,” Hudson said.

Hudson loved the old architecture, but also appreciated the modern vibe the shops gave the historic area.

Powers-Smith agreed and said downtown’s vibe is welcoming and encourages meeting and chatting with other shoppers downtown.

“I think our vibe is friendly and different and enjoyable,” PowersSmith said.

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The College Student’s Guide to the University Jordan Hays copy editor

“Don’t Panic.” – Douglas Adams, The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy.

The College Student’s Guide to the University is the most well-read column in all interstellar collegiate settings.

Unfortunately, Earth is primitive and unaware of many of the advances the Imperial Galactic Government has made to its legislation in order to regulate the esteem universities across the universe.

Such regulations include the banning of the inverse Mobius beer funnel, which was designed by vapid scientists in order to make three-

dimensional beer taste less putrid.

The end product resulted in a twodimensional beer, chugging which causes brain hemorrhaging and gastrointestinal leakage.

Coincidently, two-dimensional beer is incredibly easy to funnel and has been taken up by equally vapid frat species.

It has been reported that the Mobius beer funnel is “wicked boss.”

This is according to Jlorgon Upticolk, of Alfa Centauri and senior in fourth dimensional studies at Centauri State.

“Wooooooooooooooooooooooh!”

Upticolk said of his first inverse Mobius beer funnel.

Upticolk then died of a stroke.

Most of The College Student’s Guide to the University is irrelevant within the context of Earth.

The following is an abridged version of the column.

Laptop Your laptop is the single most important thing you will own during college. Treat it with care. Name it.

Stroke it. Make sure it wears a seatbelt when it rides shotgun.

It holds all of your assignments and is your lifeline to your professors at 11 p.m. the night before deadline. The laptop is also the medium through which students procrastinate.

It’s fickle, but if you can keep it well-organized and minimalize your exposure to cat memes, the laptop can help you more than it will hurt you.

Substance Abuse Substance abuse is an activity many college students believe they are above because they’re too busy chasing quadracorns through pillow forts.

Frat Parties Frat parties are a time for human college students to reconnect with their primitive, ape ancestors.

Seen by many students as an opportunity to mate, they are stricken with social anxiety and a general incompetence with forming complete sentences around members of the opposite sex. Many students choose to inebriate themselves with alcohol to circumvent these mild social disorders.

Others choose to partake in festivities in order to eliminate inhibitions, perhaps so they might learn to regret.

Fake ID A double-edged sword.

Time Management An elusive skill even to math majors, poor understanding of even the

most basic concepts of time management lead to failure.

In order to maintain a sufficient time structure, a notebook, calendar or African grey parrot is advised.

1000 Courses Many freshmen can be heard saying, “Man, college is easy.”

This is because of 1000 courses. It is advised to do well in these courses, as they can bump a student’s GPA with minimal effort.

Many ignorant freshmen fail to realize this, slack in 1000 courses and end up flunking out of college their sophomore year.

After which they return to their parents saying, “Man, college is hard.”

Jordan Hays is the head copy editor at The Auburn Plainsman.

He can be contacted via email at jdh0036@auburn.edu.

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A ribbon cutting ceremony for the new lounge took place Aug. 8.

Students and faculty will have a new location to grab a coffee, bite to eat and relax in between classes starting this fall.

College of Business dean Bill Hardgrave officially opened the new Lowder Student and Faculty Lounge on Friday, Aug. 8, with a ribbon cutting ceremony attended by more than 75 people.

“This is a fantastic facility for our students and faculty,” Hardgrave said.

The 3,240 square foot expansion on the east side of Lowder Hall will feature a full-service Starbucks, as well as indoor seating for 112 people.

Kim Welch, representative for Starbucks, said she was happy with the partnership.

“I can’t tell you how excited we are to be a part of this,” Welch said.

“We want to invite you to experience our passion for coffee.”

Students and faculty on the north side of campus will no longer have to walk to the Student Center to get their daily Starbucks fix.

“I go to the Student Center for Starbucks, and the line is always extremely long,” said Lamar Seibenhener, research associate in molecular biology. “I am hoping with the new option, the Student Center line will decrease, and I can get in and out.”

The lounge has the typical Starbucks feel, with lounge chairs situated next to the ordering area and standard chairs and tables located throughout the rest of the lounge.

The lounge is accessible from the ground floor of Lowder Hall and via

the sidewalk on the east side of the building.

In addition, outdoor seating will also be available when weather permits.

Built by Lyman Davidson Dooley, Inc., construction costs were estimated at $978,000.

After the ribbon cutting, attendees were given samples of different flavors of coffee, along with a selection of pastries that the lounge will offer.

During the fall semester, the lounge will be open 7 a.m.-midnight on weekdays.

On Saturday, hours will be from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and 9 a.m.-9 p.m. on Sunday, respectively.

“We are excited about the opening,” Hardgrave said after cutting the ceremonial ribbon. “We hope this place is packed at all times.”

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QB Jeremy Johnson takes reps with tight end C.J. Uzomah (#81) and offensive lineman Robert Leff (#70) during practice.

Auburn’s returning senior quarterback Nick Marshall and sophomore quarterback Jeremy Johnson will be key factors in the Tiger’s offense in the upcoming 2014 season.

Marshall has responded well by continuing to lead since he was cited for marijuana possession in June, according to his teammates.

They think the potential Heisman candidate will be a leader yet again in 2014.

“He’s been the same way,” said junior receiver Ricardo Louis. “Nothing’s changed. He’s still working hard, he’s still leading, and he’s still trying to get better every day.”

Head coach Gus Malzahn said Marshall is still the Tigers’ quarterback, but they have plans for both the senior and Johnson to improve as leaders.

Auburn’s coaching staff has not said whether Johnson will be the Tigers’ starting quarterback for the season opener against Arkansas.

The only thing that is for certain is that Marshall will not see the field first come Aug. 30.

Along with media and fans, Johnson has not yet been told whether or not he will be the starter against the Razorbacks, although it is widely speculated that he will by his teammates.

“I believe we’re going to run with the fact that (Johnson’s) going to start (and) we’re going to win,” Louis said.

Marshall and Johnson have rotated taking snaps for the first-team offense throughout fall practices.

Johnson was supposedly going to be more involved in the mix this year anyways, according to Malzahn.

“Me and (offensive coordina-

tor Rhett Lashlee) decided Jeremy Johnson was going to have a bigger role regardless this year,” Malzahn said. “We’ve talked about him and his ability and how we feel about him.”

Johnson’s consistency and maturation as a leader is what is going to make him a starting SEC quarterback in the future, according to Lashlee.

“When you come in here as a freshman, you’re immature, it’s all new, you don’t know the offense, you don’t know anything,” Lashlee said. “You’re eager to learn. Then you get to that point where you’ve kind of got to get over the hump and take that next big step of really maturing if you’re going to be a quarterback and lead.”

With two talented play callers, Auburn is satisfied with their ability at the quarterback position for the 2014 season.

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Johnson said.

The Tigers are looking to replace some key players from last year’s SEC Championship team, including defensive end Dee Ford, defensive tackle Nosa Eguae and corner Chris Davis.

“We’ve started to see some guys make some progress,” Johnson said.

Senior Jonathan Mincy will head up a young secondary that will include junior Jonathan Jones and junior Derrick Moncrief.

Cornerback coach Melvin Smith said he is pleased with the his group so far.

“Markell Boston and Stephen Roberts have had a really good camp,” Smith said.

The Tigers will return junior Cassanova McKinzy and junior Kris Frost at linebacker and are looking for freshman Tre’ Williams to play a role as well.

Johnson said he has been im-

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Defensive coordinator Ellis Johnson works with freshman linebacker Deshaun Davis (57), redshirt freshman linebacker Cameron Toney (47) and freshman linebacker Tre’ Williams (30) during fall practice.

With one year under coach Ellis Johnson’s defense under their belt, the Tigers are looking to improve on a defense that finished 12th in overall defense last year.

The Tigers will return many players, such as defensive tackle Gabe Wright, defensive tackle Montravius Adams and Star Robenson Therezie.

“We feel like we can count on them,” Johnson said while discussing the experienced players.

The Tigers are looking for some new guys to step up as well.

Nick Ruffin, freshman from Duluth, Georgia, is battling for a spot at the Star position.

Senior Robenson Therezie and Junior Justin Garrett will fill that position most of the time. “(Ruffin) could see some time at corner and deep safety as well,”

pressed by Williams because Williams had a great first scrimmage.

Williams, among others, is hoping to take the place of Jake Holland.

Defensive line coach Rodney Garner is looking to replace both Ford and Eguae on the line, but is pleased with his players so far.

“I like the way they have come into camp with their attitude and willingness to work,” Garner said.

Finding someone to get to the quarterback is Garner’s biggest concern.

“We have to find some pass rushers,” Garner said. “We need two or three.”

Coach Johnson also stated that the expanded dime package he has in the playbook is looking good right now.

Johnson said the personnel on last year’s team didn’t quite fit the package.

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Auburn’s rushing attack may have broken records in 2013, but few positions have generated as much buzz this offseason as the wide receiver core.

“I think we have the best receiving core in the nation,” said H-back Brandon Fulse.

“And Sammie Coates, he’s probably the best receiver in the SEC, I think.”

Junior college transfer D’haquille Williams, who wide receivers coach Dameyune Craig referred to as a once in a lifetime athlete, joins the likes of Sammie Coates, Quan Bray and Ricardo Louis in an experienced wide receiver group.

“I wish I would’ve had these guys,” said Craig, who was Auburn’s starting quarterback in 1996 and 1997. “Not taking anything away from the receivers I had, but these guys have special talent.”

The 6-foot-2, 216-pound Williams has stepped right into a starting role for the Ti-

gers in fall practice.

“He’s been dominant in practice,” Craig said. “He’s a very hard guy to cover because he’s big and physical, he can run, he can transition in and out of breaks.”

His physicality and speed is rounded off with impressive leaping ability, something he showed off during the A-Day game in April.

“Once the ball is in the air, he just goes up and gets it,” Craig said. “He snatches the ball. He hasn’t dropped one single ball in the whole camp. Not one.”

Coming off a breakout season, Coates has caught the eyes of the national media and professional scouts due to his “freakish” athleticism.

Craig said the junior wide out has timed in with a 4.2 40 time, a 44-inch vertical jump and a bench press of more than 400 pounds this offseason.

“Sammie has proven that he can stretch the field,” Craig said. “Now he’s a better

route runner. He averaged 21 yards a catch last year, so you have to account for him.”

Another name competing for playing time is Louis, who is trying to move on from his famed game-winning touchdown catch against Georgia last season.

Head coach Gus Malzahn said Louis has moved in the right direction during practices this offseason.

“Ricardo is one of those guys that we really challenge to take that next step,” Malzahn said. “Last year was really his first year to really play receiver for an entire year. We really feel like that he has a chance to take that next step.”

Auburn appears to have two signal callers capable of getting these talented wide outs the ball this fall, even if the offense is still run-focused.

“We tried to build a lot of chemistry,” Bray said. “We came out every day and tried to build chemistry and get Nick and Jeremy comfortable.”

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Junior wide receiver Sammie Coates averaged 21.3 yards a catch last season (3rd nationally).

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Football: Newcomers

Fresh faces add competition at practice Derek Thompson Sports Writer

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Smith (right) was a four-star recruit according to 247sports.

Freshman OL Smith impresses, likened to ‘Drago’ from “Rocky”

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With the loss of projected starter Alex Kozan, Auburn’s first-team offensive line after two days of fall practice has been Shon Coleman at left tackle, Chad Slade at left guard, Reese Dismukes at center, Avery Young at right guard and Patrick Miller at right tackle.

Auburn still has options along the line to replace former left tackle and first-round NFL draft pick Greg Robinson.

While Coleman currently is taking first-team reps at the position, true freshman Braden Smith is catching the attention of the coaching staff and veteran players.

“He’s super strong,” said head coach Gus Malzahn. “There’s no doubt about that, but he is athletic you know. He moves well. He’s got light feet for such a big guy. I know (offensive line coach J.B. Grimes) was real excited about him really the last two days. Kind of one of those deals that when we get shoulder pads on him, we’ll see what he can do.”

Auburn returning center Reese Dismukes said the freshman looks like Drago, Rocky Balboa’s rival in the 1985 film “Rocky IV.” “He looks like that guy and he’s only a freshman,” Dismukes said. “I got to watch him a little bit. He looks like he is going to be a really good player.”

Smith was a late addition which helped Auburn finish No. 6 in the na-

tional recruiting rankings, according to 247Sports’ composite ratings.

The four-star prospect was recruited from Olathe South (Olathe, Kansas) in the class of 2014.

Auburn’s 2013 starting left tackle Greg Robinson declared for the NFL Draft in January was a factor that drew Smith to the Tigers.

Although right now it is about trying to get the fundamentals down, Grimes has had him at left tackle the last two days of practice.

Malzahn thinks he’s a player they’re going to try out in the next two weeks.

“See if he can get in the mix,” Malzahn said. “You know as a freshman that is hard to do in our league, as a true freshman just showing up, but he does have the physical ability to do it. He is big enough to play inside. He’s athletic enough to play inside too, so he provides a little versatility.”

Malzahn believes the 6-foot-6 and 285 pound lineman has the ability to help the team early and his teammates are impressed.

“If I saw Braden in public and I didn’t know him at all and you told me that he was a freshman in college, I would not believe you at all,” senior offensive lineman Chad Slade said. “He’s one athlete, just human being, just big and strong. He’s going to be something great. He’s an athlete, so I can’t wait to see what he has in store whenever he gets his chance.”

Auburn’s newcomers and freshman worked hard in offseason practices to find roles for themselves on a competitive Auburn team, while coaches and staff evaluated mixed results.

A class that was ranked No. 6 nationally by 247Sports, still has plenty to learn when it comes to how things are done on the Plains.

Experienced players like Star safety Robenson Therezie and wide receiver Quan Bray, who has returned punts in recent seasons, fielded punts alongside new faces like true freshmen Markell Boston and Stephen Roberts during fall practices.

Peyton Barber, who is coming off his redshirt season, true freshman Roc Thomas and Kamryn Pettway are competing in practic-

es for a chance to play in a talented backfield.

“Any time you have young backs, you give them the football in these first scrimmages and they get tackled, they get hit and you see how they respond,” said head coach Gus Malzahn. “A lot of times, too, those guys get excited and they rush things a little bit, maybe get to the hole quicker.”

While the new players were showing off their athletic abilities, Malzahn and the coaching staff were trying to find information about them.

“That’s probably the biggest key,” Malzahn said. “At the same time, you want to kind of fine-tune some things with the older guys, but we’re trying to make decisions as quick as we can about all the new guys, whether they can help offensively and defensively, and some on

special teams, too.”

True freshman quarterback Sean White’s progress in practice has pleased Malzahn and offensive coordinator Rhett Lashlee.

Freshman Braden Smith, 6-foot6 and 300 pounds with little body fat, has a really good chance to help the offensive line this year, according to Malzahn.

“That’s a pretty big kid, but he’s an athlete,” said senior Chad Slade.

“I think when he gets his chance, he’s going to take his ability and go a long way with it.”

Two newcomers, Devaro Lawrence, junior college transfer expected to rotate at defensive tackle, missed two practices and a scrimmage while Derrick Moncrief, who is expected to start at boundary safety alongside free safety Jermaine Whitehead, missed one practice and half of another.

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Wright leads Tiger defensive line rotation Brian Stultz Sports Reporter

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Defensive linemen (from left) Montravius Adams, Ben Bradley and Gabe Wright pose with The Coaches’ Trophy prior to the Tigers’ 2013 BCS National Championship Game matchup with Florida State.

Defensive line coach Rodney Garner expects to replace Dee Ford and Nosa Eguae on the defensive line, but said it will be a challenge.

The Tigers will rely on a defensive line rotation this year to help replace the two outstanding pass rushers, including senior Gabe Wright.

“I definitely think Gabe can be a very good first, seconddown defensive end,” Garner said. “I think he can play really good ball.”

Finding players who can put pressure on the quarterback is a top key for Garner.

“Our biggest struggle still to this day is we have to find pass rushers,” Garner said.

The effort of the defensive

line so far this camp has not disappointed Garner.

“I’ve been pleased with their approach, their attitude and their willingness to be coached,” Garner said.

The Tigers are also without the services of sophomore Carl Lawson right now, who is recovering from knee surgery performed in May. Lawson came on the scene strong as a freshman last year, including his game-ending sack against Ole Miss. The video of him skipping after the sack became a YouTube hit.

Senior Jeff Whitaker and sophomore Montravius Adams will fill the interior of the line along with senior Angelo Blackson and senior Ben Bradley.

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Defensive coordinator Ellis Johnson said great things about Whitaker.

“There’s a special trust there with Jeff when it comes to helping and leading players off the field,” Johnson said.

On the ends, seniors LaDarius Owens and Gabe Wright will rotate with junior DeVonte Lambert and sophomore Elijah Daniel.

Lambert, junior college transfer, was praised by Garner.

“He’s strong at the point of attack,” Garner said.

Garner also had high praise for freshman Dontavius Russell.

“To be honest, the most impressive kid out there is really Russell,” Garner said. “He’s real good.”

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Football: Running backs

Artis-Payne, Grant lead for majority of carries Eric Wallace Sports Editor

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Corey Grant (top) and Cameron Artis-Payne (bottom) have received the bulk of first-team carries in fall practice.

With the opening of fall practice, a number of running backs are fighting for carries in a crowded backfield.

Senior backs Cameron Artis-Payne and Corey Grant, both of whom received significant carries in 2013, received the bulk of first team carries in fall practice.

“The older guys it’s just improving on the little things,” said head coach Gus Malzahn.

“The protections and the check downs. Most of our older guys have a pretty good idea of our offense and the running lanes and the timing of things. It’s just a matter of getting better at the little things.”

Grant rushed for 647 yards and six touchdowns in 2013 while averaging 9.7 yards per carry as a speed back in Malzahn’s offense.

Artis-Payne rushed for 610 yards and six touchdowns in 2013, but saw his carries diminish later in the season with the emergence of Heisman finalist Tre Mason.

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Mastering the zone read, which Auburn so often turned to with Nick Marshall and Mason in 2013, will be key to earning the starting nod.

“Me and Nick are pretty in tune with that,” Artis-Payne said. “I’m pretty sure we’re in mid-season form as far as the read option. I’m not worried about that.”

Racean “Roc” Thomas and Kamryn Pettway, two freshman backs, have gotten their first reps with the team this weekend.

“We’re going to give them a chance early in fall camp to carry the football and just be reactive,” Malzahn said. “We’ll see where they’re at with that and we’ll see the ball security. We’ll slowly implement those guys.”

Thomas, one of the nation’s top running back recruits according to many recruiting services, and Pettway have impressed their more experienced teammates with how quickly they’ve picked up the playbook.

“They’re actually doing a lot better than I thought they would,” Grant said. “They’re doing better than most freshmen that come in.

They’ve been doing some extra studying so they know the playbook a little better.”

The finer points of the position will only come from experience, however.

“They still need to learn some of the nuances of the game, but as far as talent they’re as talented as anybody else,” Artis-Payne said.

Redshirt freshman running back Peyton Barber, who impressed coaches in the spring before injuring his knee on his first carry of the A-Day game, is back working at full speed.

“He’s learning each day,” Grant said. “He’s picked up right where he left off and it didn’t change him a bit.”

The younger backs may be breaking ground in their first practices, but the competition hasn’t phased the veterans Artis-Payne and Grant, who seem to be the most likely to earn the starter’s share of carries.

“Definitely with the speed and quickness, that’s all that I really worked on this offseason,” Artis-Payne said. “I feel like I can do everything else.”

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Garrett in ‘mid-season form’ in time for potential bounce back campaign Eric Wallace Sports Editor

Junior Star safety Justin Garrett isn’t dragging his feet in his return to the field.

One year after foot injuries cut his promising 2013 season short, Garrett is looking to make up for lost time in fall practice.

“He already knows all the checks and calls” said junior linebacker Kris Frost. “He looks like he’s in mid-season form already.”

Prior to the 2013 season, Garrett was widely considered one of the most promising pieces in the implementation of defensive coordinator Ellis Johnson’s 4-2-5 scheme.

A series of foot problems prevented Garrett from starting the year at the Star position however, and a broken foot pri-

or to the Ole Miss game ultimately ended his season.

Garrett turned to doctors in the offseason to help correct his foot problems. Now using corrective orthotic soles and a specialized pair of cleats, Garrett is hoping to cash in on the potential he’s shown coaches.

“He made a lot of plays for us in the spring and he had a great spring the year before, but the injuries unfortunately have always kept him from having a really stellar season,” said defensive coordinator Ellis Johnson. “If that kid can have a full season of practice and games, I think he can be one of our most dynamic playmakers.”

Garrett may have been an outside linebacker coming out of high school, but his athleticism made him a good fit for Johnson’s Star position, which re-

quires the safety to step up in run support and drop into coverage.

“I think he’s a better space player,” Johnson said. “He’s a great blitzer off the edge and he’s improved his cover skills out there tremendously.”

While Garrett is back up on his feet, he’s now faced with fighting for playing time after senior Robenson Therezie had a breakout 2013 campaign at the Star position.

Despite that, Frost said it’s good to see his fellow recruiting classmate healthy, lifting up teammates as much as he can along the way.

“Me coming in with him, I’ve always known him as the kind of guy you can look for if you’re feeling kind of down on yourself or if you’re having a hard time with plays,” Frost said. “He’s always going to lift you up.”

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Starting from the top: 2014 Tigers enter the season with new expectations, chance at greatness Eric Wallace Sports Editor sports@ThePlainsman. com

It’s amazing what can change in a little over a year.

This time last year, the question surrounding Auburn football was if, not when, new head coach Gus Malzahn could return the offense to

the heights it achieved in 2010.

The idea of being ranked was nothing more than a goal for two, maybe even three years down the line.

Now the Tigers enter the season ranked No. 5 in preseason polls with a roster that includes Heisman hopefuls and preseason All-Americans.

There will be no element of surprise for the reigning SEC Champions in 2014, but within that extra attention lies opportunity.

Auburn’s 2014 achievements will inevita-

bly be compared to the miracles of 2013. That’s what happens when you’re responsible for two of the most improbable plays in college football history in back-to-back games.

But the 2014 team has the opportunity to leave a different legacy: that of total offensive superiority.

The addition of D’haquille Williams to the already talented receiving group of Sammie Coates, Ricardo Louis, Quan Bray and Marcus Davis poises the Tigers for a breakout season through the air.

Chris Todd’s record-breaking season in 2009 showed the damage Malzahn’s Hurry Up, No Huddle can do passing the ball.

This season, Malzahn is equipped with superior talent at just about every position and a quarterback in Nick Marshall who enters the season garnering Heisman attention.

So even though repeats of 2013’s drama may be unlikely, Auburn’s offense should be even better in 2014.

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On Saturday, Aug. 30, Auburn University will transform into the SEC’s central hub for tailgating.

Auburn topped the list of Yahoo’s top five colleges to tailgate in 2013, surpassing rival University of Alabama at No. 3.

The steady line of RV’s rolling into town signals Thursdays in the fall, and plots of ground are tied and staked off by ready and seasoned tailgaters.

The tailgating experience was made easier in 2013 when the University opened 2,000 more parking spots exclusively for game day.

There is a tangible lift in the air as a Saturday game day unfolds. Tailgating on Auburn’s campus is a wellknown tradition and the University offers plenty of spots to choose from.

By visiting auburntigers.com, the game day section offers a printable map for every available tailgating section allowed by the University. The dry campus rules are revoked specifically for game day and grills and coolers are plentiful. However, grills are not allowed within 50 feet of campus.

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RVs are allowed to park and set up their tailgates until 4 p.m. on Sundays.

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Green offers a customizable tailgate experience. The packages include tents, chairs, tables and a sign for each package.

The Auburn Alumni Association offers tailgate packages on the campus green. According to Cory Evans, member of the association, the tailgates include a spot on Wallace Center lawn, complete assemblage and clean up of the tailgate, a 10x10 tent, two 6-foot banquet tables, navy linens, ten chairs, one 40-pound bag of ice with cooler and four catering options.

“The Exclusive Member Tailgate packages give you everything you need for the ultimate tailgate,” Evans said. “With everything included, all you have to bring is your Auburn spirit.”

Senior in health administration, Haley McVay and her family have been tailgating in the same spot – the empty lot between RO and Old Row – for years.

“It’s normally full of Auburn fans, so it’s a nice environment [to be in] before and after the games,” McVay said. “It’s usually the same people year after year, so we have made a good bit of friends by staying in the same spot.”

According to McVay, reserving the spot can be a challenge. McVay arrives to the spot with a book and waits until the markers can be put up.

“It’s a close proximity to the stadium without having to be immersed in rival fans or loud game day activities too far in advance of the game,” McVay said. “We just like to watch other games on TV, play corn hole and eat yummy food with our Auburn Family.”

Edward Novak, senior in business management, oversees the Pi Kappa Alpha tailgate on campus.

“We usually book some local talent to perform during the day while we tailgate on the lawn of the house,” Novak said.

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The Auburn equestrian team and head coach Greg Williams are determined to reclaim their spot as national champions.

There are a number of storylines surrounding the Tigers in 2014-15: – The Tigers were defeated by No. 1 South Carolina last year in the semifinals of the NCEA Tournament held in Waco, Texas.

Williams thought the Tigers could have come out victorious.

“I knew we had a chance to beat them,” Williams said.

– Auburn is used to ending the season on top, winning the national championship in 2006 and 2011.

– The Tigers will host the Gamecocks on Oct. 10 and the Aggies on Nov. 7.

– Baylor, who was ranked No. 1 last year when the Tigers upset them,

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will also visit the Plains on March 7.

– Led by seniors such as Lucy Igoe, the Tigers are looking to bring home Auburn’s third national title in 10 years under Williams.

– Igoe was recently selected as an alternate for the Collegiate Horsemanship Challenge, which will take place Nov. 19-20 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

– The SEC Championships will be held at College Station, Texas on March 27-28, 2015.

– The NCEA Championship will be held at Waco, Texas on April 1618, 2015.

– Williams will be entering his 18th season as equestrian head coach after helping the program make its debut in 1996.

– In addition to the two overall titles, Williams’ teams have won the 2008 and 2011 Hunt Seat National Championship.

The Auburn men’s and women’s cross country teams will begin the new season Aug. 29 as they compete in Mobile at a meet hosted by South Alabama.

The men’s team returns senior Ty McCormack, who earned AllAmerica honors last year in the men’s 10k run at the 2013 NCAA Cross Country Championships.

“Ty [McCormack] is a great person to have on a day to day basis for his leadership,” said head coach Mike Carroll.

The Gainesville, Georgia native became the first Tiger to be named an All-American in cross country since Felix Kiboiywo and Ben Cheruiyot in 2009.

McCormack also earned All-Region and All-SEC recognition. “(McCormack) is our top man

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as far as setting the pace,” Carroll said.

Along with McCormack, Carroll is counting on seniors Niklas Buhner and Kane Grimster to continue their good form.

“Niklas always runs well and Kane is very consistent,” Carroll said.

The Auburn men finished sixth at

the SEC Championships and fourth at the NCAA South Regional.

The women’s cross country team return a power duo of sophomores – Veronica Eder and Rachel Givens.

As freshman, the two runners led the Tigers in each meet of the season.

“It’s nice to have them up front,” Carroll said.

Eder finished 24th with a time of 20:51:34 at the NCAA South Regional while Givens finished 40th with a time of 21:09:67.

“We also have Taylor Duncan back from injury,” Carroll said.

“That will be a big help.”

The Tigers will compete at the Florida State Invite in Tallahassee, Florida and the Crimson Classic in Tuscaloosa in October.

The SEC Championships take place Oct. 31 in Tuscaloosa.

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Get to know Auburn coaches: Rick Nold

Derek Thompson Sports Writer

Not everything goes your way in life.

Growing up playing sports is what Auburn volleyball head coach Rick Nold said taught him that tough lesson.

A childhood centered on athletics is also what paved his path to becoming Auburn’s 10th volleyball head coach in program history.

Nold, 44, loves his job and the opportunity to work with his teams at Auburn.

“Auburn is just an awesome place to work,” Nold said. “We talk a lot about the Auburn family and it’s absolutely true. Our recruits and our players recognize that from the beginning.”

Nold will start working to improve his 47-43 record (.522) he has compiled during his three seasons on the

Plains this fall.

He is just the second coach at Auburn to ever have a record over .500 after his first three seasons since 1986.

“I think he is a really good coach,” said sophomore Taylor Schill. “He focuses a lot on energy and how the team meshes and stuff.”

Nold has 12 years of head coaching experience, a career record of 219141 (.608), three coach of the year awards, three Conference titles and three NCAA postseason appearances.

He came to Auburn after coaching nine years at Jacksonville State where the Gamecocks won three regular season conference titles, three conference tournament titles and made three NCAA postseason appearances under his guidance.

His coaching career started at Assumption High School in Louisville, Kentucky. As an assistant, he helped the girls’ varsity volleyball squad to

three state championships and a 1379 overall record.

Nold graduated from the University of Louisville in 1998 and spent six years on his alma mater’s staff.

He also served as an intern with USA Volleyball’s women’s national team for the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta.

Nold thinks the hardest thing about coaching is recognizing what each team needs and expects all of his teams to play with passion and energy.

“He’s a very technical coach, but he also really emphasizes energy and communication,” said returning sophomore Stephanie Campbell.

As a coach, Nold believes his job is to pull the team together and a lot of his work is preparing the players for the next phase of their life.

“I love what I do and I recognize all the time that I’m pretty lucky to be doing the job that I am,” Nold said.

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Volleyball head coach Rick Nold is in his fourth season at Auburn and has a 47-43 (.522) over that span.

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Freshmen bring excitement to the court

Derek Thompson Sports Writer

After 18 winning seasons in 41 years of Auburn volleyball, six freshman and a talented Tigers team look forward to having a promising 2014 season.

The majority of the team will be newcomers as the Tigers return just five letter-winners plus a redshirt freshman from last season.

“I’m really excited for what we’re going to bring to the court this upcoming season,” said sophomore Taylor Schill. “I think we have a lot of really good returners, as well as really good incoming players. We’re a really young team, but I think that makes room for a lot of versatility on the court and different people can play different positions. I think it is going to be a very exciting season.”

The holes left by the graduating class will be filled from incoming

talent.

The 2014 class head coach Rick Nold signed is ranked the 14th-best group in the nation, according to PrepVolleyball.com, which is the highest recruiting ranking in program history.

The centerpiece of the 2014 class, Alexa Filley, was the Gatorade National Player of the Year as a setter, and Crable was Kentucky’s Miss Volleyball and a First-Team Under Armour All-American in 2013.

Reece was named to the USA Today All-USA High School Volleyball third team and was an Under Armour All-America honorable mention selection. Van Pelt was an allstate player in Texas.

“Even though our team is new this year, we have a lot of talent coming in,” returning middle blocker Stephanie Campbell said. “I think everyone is going to make a huge impact

on the floor, and we are going to do really well in the SEC.” Campbell started all 30 matches, played in all 108 sets last year and is the first Auburn freshman to start every match since Sarah Bullock in 2009.

Having some experience on the floor will help a young Tigers team in 2014, Nold said.

“We’ve got some returning players that were a big impact for us last year,” Nold said. “Having that experience will help all of our newcomers.”

Auburn opens the 2014 season against George Washington on Aug. 29 in Washington, D.C. The Tigers will play a total of 15 home matches at Auburn Arena.

Auburn will also have a strong non-conference schedule that includes trips to Ohio State and Florida State.

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Sophomore forward Casie Ramsier led Auburn with nine goals in her freshman season.

After Auburn started slow but ended the year strong last season, the Tigers hope to carry their momentum into this season.

Auburn finished last season 8-9-4, including 3-5-3 in conference play, and was eliminated by Texas A&M in the SEC Tournament Quarterfinals.

It was the first year Auburn has finished under .500 and did not make the NCAA Tournament since 2005.

But with head coach Karen Hoppa returning to the helm, the Tigers cannot wait to get started again.

“We’re thrilled to be back on the field,” Hoppa said. “Last season we ended playing our best soccer, we’ve had a great spring and we’ve just been anxiously waiting to get this group back on the field.”

Hoppa is confident the momentum from the end of last season and the spring will carry over into the fall.

“They’re hungry from last year where

they did not make the NCAA’s for the first time in eight years,” Hoppa said. “They have absolutely picked up from where they left off.”

Entering her 16th season, Hoppa has turned the Auburn program into a perennial SEC contender, as the Tigers have qualified for the SEC Tournament 13 consecutive seasons.

Auburn also brings back several seniors who will be relied on for leadership.

“You always look to the senior class for your main leaders of the team,” Hoppa said.

“I think that group is going to be a great group of leaders. There are a real variety of personalities, and they bring a lot of different experiences.”

One of the seniors who will be relied on will be goalkeeper Alicen Wright, who hopes her senior class can help Auburn rebound from last year.

“As a senior you always want to go out with a bang,” Wright said. “Last year we didn’t have our best season, but I just want

to get back on top. I want to get back to the NCAA Tournament.”

Only six players depart from last season’s roster, while the top three scorers and the team assist leader from last season return for the Tigers.

Sophomore forward Casie Ramsier led the team last year with nine goals, and said she thinks her season last year will help her improve this season.

“It helps to have some experience on the field,” Ramsier said. “Being able to play last year really helped me for this year, and hopefully I can bring some more to this team and help the freshmen out.”

Auburn opens its season August 16th at Georgia in an exhibition match, while the first home match will be Aug. 29th vs. UC Irvine.

With the debut of the SEC Network this season, 10 of the Tigers matches will be nationally televised on ESPNU and the SEC Network, meaning Tiger fans across the nation can catch some of the action.

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Veteran Evans guides golf into ‘great schedule’ Derek Thompson Sports Writer

After finishing the 2013-14 season at the East Regional Championship in May, the Auburn women’s golf team is getting ready to tee it up again for the 2014-15 season.

The Tigers look forward to nine regularseason tournaments and a change in the format for the NCAA Championship.

The season starts Sept. 8-10 at The “Mo” Morial in Bryan, Texas, hosted by Texas A&M at the Traditions Club.

“We have a great schedule,” said women’s golf head coach Kim Evans. “We are excited about it. We are just ready to get going and get playing.”

Greystone Golf & Country Club in Birmingham will play host to the SEC Championship for the third straight year on April 17-19.

The 2015 NCAA Championship will be held May 22-27 at the Concession Golf Club in Bradenton, Florida, where the women’s championship will shift to a new

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At the beginning of the season, we need to see where we are at and then just need to try and get better every day and every tournament.

See if we can’t really get something going. We’ve got a pretty strong team.”

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format.

Twenty-four teams will compete in three rounds of team medal play followed by a cut to the low 36 players and ties for the

final 18 holes to determine an individual NCAA champion.

The top eight teams from the three rounds of medal play will compete in a match play bracket for a chance at the team title.

The Tigers have brought in three freshman for the upcoming season: Kelli Murphy of Elgin, South Carolina; Michaela Owen of Suwanee, Georgia, and Sophia Schubert of Oak Ridge, Tennessee.

“I think they are going to bring a little spark to our lineup and we will be pretty deep as far as qualifying for tournaments,” said associate head coach Andrew Pratt.

Consistency is the key to performing well this season, said Auburn junior Alex Harrell.

“At the beginning of the season, we need to see where we are at and then just need to try and get better every day and every tournament,” Evans said. “See if we can’t really get something going. We’ve got a pretty strong team.”

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Golf Tigers find consistency under Clinard Andrew Monson Sports Writer

After a third consecutive NCAA Championships appearance last year, the Auburn men’s golf team loses key performers from their Top25 ranked team.

Here are a few storylines ahead of the 2014 season: – Head coach Nick Clinard returns to lead the Tigers, who finished third in the SEC Championships last season.

– Entering his sixth year at Auburn, Clinard has guided the Tigers to some of the most successful seasons in the school’s history.

– Last year, Auburn had three team tournament wins – Mobile Bay Intercollegiate, Tiger Invitational at Grand National and Hootie at Bulls Bay Intercollegiate.

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– Auburn finished the year ranked in the top 25 nationally, a feat achieved in four consecutive years.

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– Carlsson ended his career with the second-best career scoring aver-

age (72.28) and the fourth-best single-season scoring average (71.18) in Auburn history.

– Three candidates to fill Carlsson’s shoes are sophomore Matt Gilchrest, sophomore Will Long and senior Dan Stringfellow.

– Auburn’s 2014-15 tournament schedule begins Sept. 5-7 in Dalton, Georgia, where they will play in the Carpet Capital Collegiate.

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Tigers hit practice field ahead of fall campaign Fall practice opened for the Tigers on Aug. 1 this year with a bulk of new expectations on the reigning SEC Champions.

With the start of practice, Auburn broke the news of offensive lineman Alex Kozan’s season-ending back injury.

“He injured his back while he was home lifting during the summer,” said head coach Gus Malzahn. “The doctors just felt like the best thing for him and his future was to have surgery.”

News also broke starters Jonathon Mincy and Nick Marshall will not start the first game of the season against Arkansas on Aug. 30.

Despite the tough news, Malzahn and his players are optimistic about the the team’s improvements ahead of the 2014 season.

That includes the defense, where oft-injured defensive lineman Jeff Whitaker is ready for his return.

“I think we have the potential to be something special,” Whitaker said.

“But like [defensive line] Coach (Garner) says, potential only means we haven’t done anything yet. We got to keep working.”

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Mrs. Story’s An Auburn-Opelika tradition since 1952, the secret recipe for Mrs. Story’s famous homemade chili dogs reminds us that, thankfully, some things never change. Featuring fresh-made hot dogs, ice cream, milkshakes, and other dairy treats. Pepperell Parkway, Opelika.

Amsterdam Café Let us share our family’s interpretation of the “Auburn Experience” with yours. We are proud of our role in reestablishing the fresh from farm to table principle that we deem vital in our community by offering a diverse balance of international and Southern flavors while focusing on quality, sustainability, and technique. Downtown Auburn.

Niffer’s Place Good food for an excellent value in a fun atmosphere. We have something for everyone including wings, nachos, huge salads, ½ pound burgers, grilled chicken with steamed veggies, pasta, vegetarian dishes, kid’s menu, desserts, and more! Opelika Road, Auburn & Downtown Opelika.

Warehouse Bistro Since 1993, owner-chef Joe Hippley has been painstakingly preparing and embellishing each dish using only the freshest quality ingredients. The diverse menu of beef, poultry, and seafood selections is complemented by nightly Chef Specials, an award winning wine list offering more than 300 selections, and a full bar. Rocket Avenue, Opelika.

Pannie-George’s Kitchen

Pannie-George’s selection of meats and vegetables encompasses the rich tastes and textures of the owners’ unique Southern style cooking. Selections vary daily - other than their legendary fried chicken which is a staple - and include items such as catfish, meat loaf, macaroni & cheese, purple hull peas, cabbage, banana pudding, and sweet potato pie. S College Street, Auburn.

Overall Company Coffee bar and market celebrating Southern culture at its roots: family, food, and music. Our menu features simple Southern food, special treats, and craft beers and wine. Special events, live music, and art shows in our upstairs gallery weekly. Downtown Opelika.

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