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Month: December 2016

The Man Who Masters Film and Fashion
Arts, Opinion

The Man Who Masters Film and Fashion

Tom Ford is a world-renowned fashion designer who makes beautiful clothing that dresses the actors, actresses, singers and other notable people we see in the media. His art for designing fashion trends is not his only gift. Over the years, Ford has added film directing and screenwriting to his list of talents. (more…)
You Are What You Eat
Opinion

You Are What You Eat

Since living on campus, I find myself eating out frequently. The café just doesn’t do it for me day in and day out. The more I have eaten out, the more I’ve noticed that I feel like it’s my only option whenever it’s time to eat. But spending a few bucks several times a week eventually adds up and takes a chunk out of my bank account. Also, it makes it a lot harder keeping off the freshman fifteen every year. (more…)
The Fright of Failure
News, University

The Fright of Failure

Failure can hit like a freight train. One minute it seems like life is together. Then the next thing you know, it's 2 a.m., you’re surrounded by unfinished work and wondering how you were on top of the world a week ago, while now you seem to be at the bottom of the barrel. While failure is inevitable at times, it can also be avoidable with proper preparation. Finals are rapidly approaching, and AUM will be providing many opportunities for students to excel during this time. On Nov. 30 at 8 p.m., the annual “Professors N’ Pajamas” commenced in Taylor Center 221. This event combined fun with academics. Students were able to acquire the help they needed for any specific subject ranging from equations in calculus to verb conjugation in Spanish. In addition to academic help prizes, which...
Burn it to Earn it
Opinion, Sports

Burn it to Earn it

Classes, homework, extra-curricular activities and making time for family and friends can keep a student’s schedule pretty full. Making time to exercise may not be a priority during midterms and exams; however, it does serve to benefit the mind and body exponentially and could even boost those test scores. Michigan State University conducted a research that found a connection between exercise and higher GPAs, as reported by Medical Daily. The study even showed that those who had a gym membership were less likely to drop out of college. Joining a gym not only provided students with an opportunity to acquire many mental and physical health benefits, but also gave them a chance to form relationships with others and, in turn, increase their link to the college. Psychology Today re...