Hayley Richards, Author at The AUMnibus

Apr

24

2023

Alabama Department of Archives complies with NAGPRA laws

News

By: Hayley Richards MONTGOMERY, Ala – The Alabama Department of Archives & History (ADAH) is currently working to repatriate Native American items that were once displayed in their exhibits. Enacted in 1990, the Native American Graves Protection & Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) is a federal law that provides a process for museums and federal agencies to return Native American human remains and cultural items to lineal descendants, federally recognized Native American tribes, and Native Hawaiian organizations. The ADAH is actively engaged in the process of returning human remains and funerary objects to federally recognized Native American tribes. The agency is dedicated…

Apr

18

2023

By Hayley Richards

The Department of Archives & History hosts Pardons and Paroles Event

News

By: Hayley Richards MONTGOMERY, Ala – The Alabama Bureau of Pardons and Paroles hosted its second annual ‘Changing the Course’ art exhibition at the Alabama Department of Archives and History (ADAH) at 624 Washington Ave. in Montgomery. The event showcases the art of formerly and currently incarcerated inmates. The exhibition was filled with over 100 art pieces including paintings, sculptures and welded murals. The detailed artwork often tells a story behind its creator. The event hosted several legislators, media outlets, ADAH staff and other members of the general public. The exhibition is a joint effort between six state entities: the…

Apr

10

2023

By Hayley Richards

AUM offers on-site learning resources

University

By: Hayley Richards MONTGOMERY, Ala – Auburn University Montgomery (AUM) is stepping up their game when it comes to providing students with academic resources. AUM offers a multitude of learning resources that are available at no cost to enrolled students. The goal is to offer on-campus tutoring to students who need extra help with their courses. From free tutoring and mentoring services to the food pantry and health and wellness services, the university’s goal is to ensure every opportunity is available for students to focus on their studies and success. The Warhawk Academic Success Center (WASC). The WASC offers a…

Apr

04

2023

By Hayley Richards

AUM students facing advising changes

News, University

By: Hayley Richards MONTGOMERY, Ala – Auburn University Montgomery students have recently experienced changes within the advising process. Until recently, students were advised by a professor in their designated program. As of Spring 2023, students are now being advised by advising and recruiting coordinators. According to AUM students, there are pros and cons to the newly established way of advising. Academic advisors are tasked with assisting students with course scheduling for current or future semesters, in which schedules will vary based on a student’s degree program of choice and curriculum guidelines that are set in place. However, balancing out a…

Feb

27

2023

By Hayley Richards

AUM students receive acknowledgment at Kennedy Center American College Theater

News, Opinion

By: Hayley Richards Distinguished Research and Honors Professor Val Winkelman is ecstatic to announce that four Auburn University Montgomery students have been recognized at the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF). Once a year, the Kennedy Center invites outstanding theater students to the KCACTF. Student awardees are allowed to showcase their skills in design, performance, directing, playwriting, stage management, dramaturgy, arts leadership and theater criticism. In an email announcement from Winkelman, students also participated in Stage Management and Performance events. They were able to present their research and creative works, receive external feedback and experiential opportunities, audition, interview, attend round table…