Month: September 2013

By Darrell Puckett  This is a new spotlight column for MVP Mondays highlighting and devoting time to mid-season SEC action. This week we look into the Auburn Tigers early success and a few essential components that could enhance their winning percentage. The high expectations going into the season were considered unrealistic by many people, but the Auburn Tigers are seeking to amaze. Newly hired head coach Gus Malzahn dreamed about this opportunity, and believes that he had the tools for success. Still, critics have nothing good to say about the Tigers 3-0 (1-0 SEC) start. Some say that Nick Marshall isn't an SEC caliber quarterback and the defense can’t contain power running teams. I’m here to say that Auburn will stick around longer in SEC play then others believe. My reason...

By Jessica Klinner Music is everywhere. There are so many genres, artists, and bands out there that it is almost impossible to listen to it all. I try to keep myself updated on all music genres, especially new talent. I’ve compiled a list of 10 up and coming artists you should get to know. Broaden your musical interests and check out all of these artists. It’s good for the soul. Enjoy! 1.    Lorde  Why You Should Listen: New Zealand native Ella Yelich-O'Connor, known by her stage name Lorde, has been signed to Universal Records since the age of 13. Being discovered at such a young age can often be disastrous, but Lorde has maintained a clean image. At the ripe age of 17, her vocal ability already matches those of Lana Del Rey and Florence Welch. Her single “Royals” has gone viral ...

Have you ever wanted to impress your friends with epic beatboxing skills? Perhaps not, but if you have, why not whip out your smartphone and let Google do the work for you? Using this incredibly specific Google translate Easter Egg, you can let Google beatbox for you. You must use a specific set of characters and translate from German to Filipino. Here, we've done the legwork for you. Just click the listen (beatbox) button. Who said Google Translate was only good for translating?

Take a ride on the weird side with these 10 theories about time travel from AllTime10s. These concepts are sure to get you thinking.   What about you? What is your opinion on time travel? Do you think time travel is possible, or just the ideas of people with way to much time on their hands? Tell us in the comments below.

By Darrell Puckett There’s something that comes alive during the early fall, and brings happiness to men all over the country. Yes, college football is awesome, but what is the key to ultimate happiness during fall? It’s simple; NFL fantasy football explains it all. For grown men who have a wife and kids or college students looking for something to get them through the semester, NFL fantasy football helps individual productivity. Personally as a college student, playing fantasy football during the fall semester has given me motivation to get my studies done in order to watch games. Grown men that sit at work patiently waiting, while getting their work done, so that they can watch how Adrian Peterson does tonight produces positive productivity. Everyone wants to achieve somethi...

By Jessica Klinner College football season is upon us, and there’s no better place to be than the South.  There are four seasons here: winter, spring, summer, and football.  We are crazy about the teams to which we pledge our undying allegiance. If you do not spend every Saturday watching your team along with all the other SEC teams, you’re seen as strange. Northerners don’t understand our madness. Heck, sometimes we don’t even understand it ourselves. It’s just how things work. Here are the 10 Reasons College Football Is Better In The South. 1.     Fans are louder and crazier. Never underestimate the love a fan has for their favorite college football team.  While most support their favorite team all year round, football season is when all the elaborate decorations are pulled ...

By Lisa Ranieri The AUMnibus sits down with Keith Cullen to discuss what's going on with the Career Development Center. Have you thought to yourself, “I really need a job or an internship, but I don’t know where to look”? Keith Cullen, Associate Director of the Career Development Center, tells us all about how to get ready for future job searching and how to make a resume. Most of you have seen on your MyAUM page the WarHawk Jobs icon. This is the main database where you can find jobs both on and off campus. This is not only an access point for employers but also a site where you can upload your resume and have it available for the employers that are looking for you. Not sure if your resume is in good shape? Do you want someone to take a look at it? Stop by the Career Dev...

The coolest thing you've ever... heard? Witness the intrigue of Listen to Wikipedia, a website where every edit to the massive encyclopedia is reflected in music. Bells represent an addition to the article, and guitar represent a subtraction. The sharpness of the tone reflects the size of the edit. It's both hypnotic and beautiful to hear the organic melodies that spring from this ingenious website. Watch the unbelievable cornucopia of topics that are edited by the second in this awesome app. Click here to Listen to Wikipedia.

Auburn University at Montgomery's official mascot name is the Warhawks. This is a fearsome name that is sure to alarm potential opponents. However, AUM's mascot name was the Senators just a few short years ago. And while the threat of potential filibuster or heated congressional debate is always something to fear, an actual alarm for one's well-being is not part of the equation. Today's YouTube Tuesday video by Mental Floss delivers 35 more college mascots that could be considered odd and unusual. Can you think of any more colleges with unusual mascots? What was your favorite? Sound off in the comments.

By Darrell Puckett The passion of becoming a coach doesn't stem from trying to accomplish successful winning seasons or counting how many great players you've coached, but the way players respond to your teaching.  Life isn't a cakewalk for anyone, and when a high school kid plays sports they are looking to accomplish something higher than their self.  At the same time there must be guidance in order for this to occur. Sam Peak, 66, has been involved with many sports at different levels in multiple high schools over the years, and always had more in mind than winning.  It’s made simple by Peak about the true impact of coaching, and how his style sets up kids for becoming more than just an athlete. Winning in many people’s eyes is solidified by a victory, but what really exempl...