Aumnibus Staff, Author at The AUMnibus

Oct

03

2016

And the Emmy Goes to…

Arts, Opinion

On Sept. 18, the biggest stars from television came together to attend the 68th Emmy Awards. It was a night full of snubs, surprises and moving speeches. The event was hosted by Jimmy Kimmel, who made fun of the celebrities there and also used humor to bring attention to diversity in Hollywood. There are five categories that members of the Television Academy vote on—drama, limited series, comedy, reality and variety. Actors, actresses, directors, writers and even shows as a whole go up against each other in these to see who will come out on top. (more…)

Sep

28

2016

By Aumnibus Staff

Colonial Pipeline Breach

Opinion

A recent leak in the Colonial Pipeline, a major source of fuel that runs through Alabama, is impacting a large portion of the Southeast economically since it was first reported in early September. The situation first came to public attention when the breach in the line was reported on Sept. 9 by a CP employee who noticed a strong smell of fuel according to what the company reported. (more…)

Sep

09

2016

By Aumnibus Staff

No Students Involved in North Commons Parking Lot Shooting

News, University

One person was shot at the AUM North Commons parking lot on Friday around noon and sustained non-life-threatening injuries. According to a witness, an irrigation worker who requested to remain anonymous, two people were in a physical altercation when one of them pulled a firearm and shot the other. The individuals involved were not students. (more…)

Sep

09

2016

By Aumnibus Staff

Pieology Pizzeria Opens Minutes Away from AUM

News, University

To celebrate the opening of their ninth pizzeria location, Pieology is hosting a weekend full of fun for the whole family. On Friday, Sept. 9, Pieology will host Pie-lanthropy day. As a way of engaging with the Montgomery community, 50 percent of all proceeds from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. will be donated to help with animal care at the Montgomery Humane Society. Additionally, entertainment will be provided on Saturday, Sept. 10 and Sunday, Sept. 11., during which you can receive a free cheese or pepperoni pizza for the kids with the purchase of an adult pizza. Pieology Pizzeria was…

Aug

09

2016

By Aumnibus Staff

The Nation’s Student Writing Contest

Arts, Campus, News, University

We're hoping you'll know somebody who might want to submit an essay in The Nation's Student Writing Contest. We’re asking students to answer this question in essays not exceeding 800 words: It’s clear that the political system in the United States isn’t working for many young people. What do you think is the central issue for your generation in Election 2016? (more…)

Jun

23

2016

By Aumnibus Staff

Let’s Taco ‘Bout It

Arts, Opinion

What were you doing on Saturday, June 18? You could find me at Taco Libre. You’ve never heard of it? That’s because Taco Libre is the state of Alabama’s first ever taco festival! Do I even have to say anything else? For someone like me who has an unimaginable love for food, this is huge. (more…)

Jun

01

2016

By Aumnibus Staff

Ron Crumpton’s Challenge

Opinion

“If our next senator does anything aimed at helping the people of Alabama, it will be more than Senator Shelby has done,” said Ron Crumpton, who easily won the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate. Crumpton will be facing five-term Sen. Richard Shelby in the general election this fall. (more…)

May

26

2016

By Aumnibus Staff

What Are Your Plans?

Opinion

Many times in my life I have felt degraded because of my age, but currently I actually feel stereotyped. Some would say there is a specific phase in life to pursue a degree, marry and have children. Finishing up my fourth year in college, I am constantly being interrogated. What is your plan after college? Do you have a ring on your finger yet? Nearing college graduation, these are commonly-asked questions I can’t answer. As if finishing school is not stressful enough, I deal with the pressure of needing to answer these questions when asked. (more…)

May

24

2016

By Aumnibus Staff

Fun-filled Saturdays on a Budget

Arts, Opinion

Are you ever looking for fun, inexpensive ways to spend your weekend? If your wallet looks anything like mine, you are often in need of fun on a budget. For the affordable price of one dollar, you can spend the second Saturday of every month listening to a live performance and watching fireworks on the Riverfront. These events are creatively called “Second Saturdays”—that’s when they take place, from April to August-- and have been immensely popular since their debut in 2013. Second Saturdays have been free of charge until last year, when the city of Montgomery decided to charge a…

May

23

2016

By Aumnibus Staff

The Wizard of Glow

Opinion

As the sun’s rays faded on the grounds of the Garrett Coliseum, the ultraviolet light bulbs flickered into existence and brought life to the mounds of foam being shot 20 feet into the air and onto an ecstatic and gyrating audience. Speakers on a nearby stage pumped out rhythmic pulses that seemed to send shockwaves through the crowd. Just to the side, vendors peddled their themed merchandise at elevated prices beneath white pop-up canopies. This was no ordinary 5K. It was a “Foam Glow 5k,” an event that seemed to focus more on the theatrics of glowing foam than on…

May

12

2016

By Aumnibus Staff

What’s the Deal with Kratom?

Opinion

Have you noticed the increasing number of options there are at gas stations around Montgomery of what is typically branded as “5-Hour Energy shots?” You can now find products like Viva Zen, K Chill and Vita Lize that are packaged in the same bottle with different labels at almost any convenience store throughout the city. The ingredient in these products that has them flying off the shelves and creating controversy is Mitragynine Speciosa, which is found in the Kratom plant. Kratom grows naturally in Southeast Asia and is a part of the coffee family. It has been used in traditional…

May

10

2016

By Aumnibus Staff

Prisoner of Words

Opinion

When you think of the things you take for granted, what do you think of? Do you think of technology, clothing or a safe place to sleep at night? What about the ability to read this article? Illiteracy has been putting people at a disadvantage since the beginning of recorded history. If you think illiteracy ended with the abolition of slavery or that problems like illiteracy do not exist in America you are wrong. Thirty-two million adults, 14 percent of the population, are illiterate, according to the 2014 U.S. Department of Education and National Institute of Literacy-data. As cliché as…

May

06

2016

By Aumnibus Staff

See Ya Later, Stress

Opinion

‘Tis the season for panic attacks, phone calls to mom at 3 a.m. and staying up so late we have no idea what day it is. Finals week is among us and as always, it means business. As we are all starting the assignments we should have begun months ago, there are many ways we can keep from falling apart. “Stress is a state of mental tension and worry caused by problems in your life, work, etc.,” Merriam Webster defines. Symptoms for stress are both mental and physical, including insomnia, muscle tension, headaches and hostility. (more…)

May

05

2016

By Aumnibus Staff

Cloverdale Spring Concert Series

Arts, Opinion

The birds are chirping, the flowers are blooming, and the pollen is creating a yellow tint on the cars, tables, and art statues around campus; it is safe to say that spring has sprung. With more hours of daylight and warm, breezy evenings, the 10th Annual Spring Concert Series hosted by the Cloverdale-Idlewild Neighborhood Association provides the perfect activity for Sunday evenings. (more…)

May

03

2016

By Aumnibus Staff

Misconceptions about Cinco de Mayo

Opinion

There is much joy in planning your family beach trip for Memorial Day weekend, but we can’t forget Cinco de Mayo. This wonderful holiday is sometimes overlooked and many of us may not really know the reason behind this celebration. Most would say it’s the one day a year to get sick on Mexican food, but many often confuse it as Mexico’s Independence Day, which is Sept. 16. On this day in 1810, Father Miguel Hidalgo took charge in the village church of Dolores where he eventually overthrew the Spanish oppression. Only the city of Puebla really makes a considerable…

Apr

27

2016

By Aumnibus Staff

Battle of the Bands

Campus, News

Lip syncing has become an enormously popular form of entertainment over the past decade. Television shows such as “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” and “Saturday Night Live” are known to include hilarious lip-syncing skits. There is even a show dedicated solely to lip syncing, appropriately called “Lip Sync Battle,” where celebrities lip sing and dance to well-known songs. Many high schools and colleges have put together lip sync events, including Prattville High School and Huntingdon College. Now, AUM is on the map too! (more…)

Apr

25

2016

By Aumnibus Staff

Trump Wins New York Primary Election

Opinion

After several weeks of negative results, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump scored the most decisive victory of this campaign cycle. His massive win in Tuesday’s Republican presidential primary in New York was quite a comeback after he suffered back to back defeats in Colorado and Wyoming. Trump got 89 delegates out of the 95 available. Trump’s juggernaut had staled with massive negative publicity over some of the statements he had made regarding abortion. His victory in New York though has jump started his movement towards the Republican National Convention in Ohio. Although it is still doubtful whether or not Trump…

Apr

22

2016

By Aumnibus Staff

STDs: The Invisible Killer

News, Opinion, University

We all know Montgomery to be home to a rich history in the civil rights movement, Chris’s World Famous Hot Dogs, and people that took the world by storm such as Nat King Cole, Hank Williams Sr., Zelda Fitzgerald and the infamous Doe B. However, what most of us don’t know is that Montgomery has earned the title of home to something far less reputable. Since 2013, Montgomery has been labeled the most sexually diseased city in America. The fourth largest city in Alabama ranks far higher in reported cases of STDS - 4,388 as of the 2013 data - …

Apr

21

2016

By Aumnibus Staff

Celebrate Local Authors at the Alabama Book Festival

News, Opinion, University

Being a college student is tough. Between class and involvement on campus, it's easy for you to get bogged down. Sometimes, we just need to step back and enjoy some leisure time. For many of us on campus, reading is our go to escape. On April 23, the 11th annual Alabama Book Festival seeks to bring book lovers from all over the state to Montgomery for a day full of fun and learning. The festival includes author presentations from many famous authors including Natasha Tretheway, Rick Bragg, Homer Hickam and Alan Katz. Local authors will also be presenting throughout the…

Mar

22

2016

By Aumnibus Staff

Get Your Family Involved with AUM Family Connection

Campus, News, University

For many students here at AUM, family is perhaps the most important part of their lives. In some cases, students have had to move far away from their families and may feel disconnected. If you fall into the category, the AUM Family Connection is here to save the day. Operating in the Office of Orientation and Transitions, the Family Connection seeks to keep families connected and inform family members of what is happening on campus. The main message of Family Connection to AUM families is that they play a vital role in their student’s college career. (more…)