Aumnibus Staff, Author at The AUMnibus

Apr

02

2018

Editorial: Are You Color Blind?

Opinion

What does it mean to be color blind? According to Google, the definition of color blind is, “not influenced by racial prejudice.” Basically, that means you do not notice someone’s race when you first meet them. A couple of months ago I attended one of the many, “Being Black in America” panels Housing and Residence life host once a semester and it was intriguing. To paraphrase what our host that night said, “white people act like they do not see color because if they did it would provoke white guilt, something we do not want to feel.” So, I wondered,…

Apr

02

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

Another Winning Season for AUM Softball

News, Sports, University

As February comes to a close, the Warhawks softball team sits at a 5-2 record. Starting the season off with not only a win, but a 9-0 shutout against the University of Mobile in the first tournament of the season was definitely the start the Warhawks wanted to get. The Warhawks finished the Gulf Coast invitational tournament with a 3-1 record, falling only to the University of North Georgia with a nail biting 5-4 score. In their second tournament of the season, the GSC Opening Weekend Festival, the Warhawks came out on top again with a 2-1 record. While the…

Apr

02

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

AUM Tennis Season in Full Swing

News, Sports, University

AUM’s tennis teams recently approached the beginning of a new season. The 2018 season will be an exciting and competitive one for both the men and women’s teams. Yair Banuelos is the head coach for both teams. His goal is to prepare the men and women physically and mentally in order to be successful among other teams. “Fitness is going to be important for the long battles that we will have against top teams,” says Coach Banuelos. He believes the AUM tennis program has the talent to upset and win against higher rank schools. Both the men and women tennis…

Apr

02

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

Backstage Spotlight: Marcus Godbee

Arts, Theatre AUM

When watching a movie or play, the focus and praises are typically directed towards the actors, but those behind the camera, curtain, lights or construction of the production are sometimes left out of the congratulatory applause. Those who aren’t center stage and lurk in the shadows of backstage are just as important to the success, and failure, of any production just as much as the spotlight stealing actor on stage. This isn’t Marcus Godbee’s first time being a part of the backstage crew at Theatre AUM. He has directed scenes for Theatre AUM’s Liberty & Justice and was the Assistant…

Apr

02

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

Town Hall Meeting About Athletics Fee Raises Greater Student Concerns About Communication

Campus, News, University

After a recent town hall meeting conducted by the Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM) Student Government Association (SGA) and AUM Athletics Department, held on Tues., Feb. 13, 2018 at 5 p.m. in Warhawk Alley, greater student concerns were raised about the efficiency and effectiveness of communication to AUM audiences, including undergraduate students. Students initially expressed concerns at the first impromptu town hall meeting about the athletics fee held by SGA without athletics representation on Tues. Jan. 30 at 6 p.m. in Warhawk Alley. AUM Athletic Director Jessie Rosa said that after the initial senate meeting held on Mon. Jan. 29…

Mar

30

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

‘Stone Soup Project’ Fending Off Hunger

Campus, News, University

A few years ago, a group of University Honors Program students conducted a survey that found that over one-third of AUM students experience food insecurity. To help address this issue, the honors students created a food pantry. The food pantry, which is student-led, is open to all AUM students. It is located on the third floor of the Taylor Center, just past the Counseling Center, and is open every Monday and Tuesday from 1–4 p.m. No personal information is taken so that students can remain anonymous and it costs nothing for the students. Because the food pantry is funded entirely…

Mar

30

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

Wakanda Forever: The Super Power of Black Panther

Opinion

Black Panther continues to break barriers and overcome milestones on and off the screen. It surpassed the billion-dollar mark in its 28th day of release making it the highest-fastest grossing superhero movie of all time. It is globally the top-grossing motion picture by a black director (Ryan Coogler) with a primarily black cast and production crew. Black Panther breaks records on screen as well as on social media it has become the most tweeted about film in history. With hashtags such as #WakandaWednesday and #WhatBlackPantherMeansToMe. Twitter addressed Black Panther was mentioned on the outlet over 35 million times. This is…

Mar

25

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

SGA Executive Candidate Bios

Campus, News, University

SGA Executive Candidate Bios: Jasmine Powell- SGA President Candidate My name is Jasmine Powell and I am from Georgiana, Alabama. I am currently a senior majoring in Education here at Auburn University at Montgomery. I am extremely excited about announcing my candidacy to become your 2018-2019 SGA President of Auburn University at Montgomery. I will be running my campaign on bridging the GAP between faculty and students ONE department at time and establishing better transparency, communication, and tradition back on our campus. I am currently a part of S.W.O.T, Peer Advocates, and SGA. I am running for SGA President simply…

Mar

20

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

Hot Topics Café to Host #MeToo Forum

Campus, News, University

Hot Topics Café is Housing’s monthly open discussion forum. The #MeToo movement has been a prevalent topic on social media and in the news, and this is your chance to weigh in! The big question being asked: has the movement been taken too far or is this an appropriate response? Also, how have Hollywood women really been leaders in this movement? Housing will not only be talking about #MeToo and sexual harassment but also what feminism means, equal pay, and other women’s struggles. The event is open to all AUM students and will be held March 21 at 7 p.m.…

Mar

19

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

AUM to Host Hap Arnold Lecture Program

News, University

OutReach at Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM) and the Air War College at Maxwell Air Force Base (AFB) are hosting the the annual Hap Arnold Lecture Program on Tues., March 20, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. in Taylor Center 222 at AUM. AUM and the Air War College are patterning to create and strengthen relationships between Maxwell AFB and the greater River Region community leaders. This partnership seeks to broaden the public’s understanding of the military, the challenges military leaders face and to personally connect with leaders. Four Air War College students will be presenting on the theme of Leading…

Mar

11

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

Safety Tips for Spring Break

News, Opinion

Spring break is that one week a year where most college aged students rush to a beach, a ski lodge, or even somewhere over seas. With AUM’s spring break right around the corner, it is essential to add these tips and reminders to your packing list: First, staying safe during spring break or any other vacation starts before you even leave the driveway. If you are traveling by car to your spring break location, keep these tips in mind. If possible, you should switch out drivers to avoid someone falling asleep at the wheel. The person sitting in the passenger…

Mar

07

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

Political Film Series Honors International Women’s Day

Campus, News, Opinion

March is Women’s History Month and the Political Film Series is presenting both the trials and the accomplishments of women with a showing of the 2015 film Suffragette, introduced by Dr. Elizabeth Woodworth. This historical drama recreates the feminist movement in 1912 London, England. Despite not receiving the right to vote until 1928, the film depicts the leaders of the movement such as Maud Watts (Carey Mulligan) as they struggle with poor work conditions, low pay and sexual harassment. According to the New York Times, “It shows the limits of solidarity even when the sympathetic ties of family or class…

Mar

07

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

AUM to Host Special Olympics Basketball Tournament

News, Sports, University

The Auburn University at Montgomery Department of Athletics is hosting the 2018 Special Olympics Alabama State Basketball Tournament this Friday, March 9 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Students, staff and faculty are encouraged to come watch the tournament at their own pace any time during the event to support children and adults with intellectual disabilities from our very own Alabama community. According to Special Olympics Alabama, Inc., the Special Olympics provides “…year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectually disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate…

Mar

02

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

Editorial: Dress for Success

Opinion

You have probably heard the saying “dress for the job you want, not the job you have”, but what are some steps you can take to actually follow this advice? As college aged students, it’s important to go ahead and get out in the job world as much as possible. More employers these days are wanting to hire people with actual, real world job experience. In order to stand out in an interview or your new job, bulking up your resume with extracurricular activities and volunteering go a long way. Whether you want to become a teacher, accountant, doctor, or…

Mar

02

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

AUM Basketball NCAA Changes

Sports

This 2017-2018 Warhawk basketball season has proven to be tough one. With our recent change from NAIA to NCAA Division two there have been several changes to the program. Under the guidance of head coach Michael Cheaney he makes sure his players has what it takes on, and off the court. Bigger and tougher opponent’s in this division the Warhawk’s come out of every game with a desire to win. With high hopes coming into the season some of their goals have come up a shot short. With the season taking off in early November many of these players are…

Mar

01

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

SGA Applications for 2018-2019 Academic Year Now Open

Campus, News, University

The Auburn University at Montgomery Student Government Association is now accepting applications for the 2018-2019 academic year until March 7 at 12 p.m. Applications for the executive, legislative and judicial branch are now open for students who are interested in being an SGA member for the 2018-2019 academic year. The executive branch is composed of the President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary, Chief Justice, Chief of Staff and Deputy Chief of Staff. You must have been an active member of the Student Government Association for the 2017-2018 academic year to qualify for these positions. Positions for the legislative branch include three…

Mar

01

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

Women’s Basketball Team Prepares for 2019 Season

Sports

The Women's basketball team is one game away from completing their 2018 season. In the beginning of the season, the Warhawks came out of the Gulf South Conference with a 2-0 record, beating not only Tuskegee, but Miles College as well. With losses to Young Harris College, Tuskegee, and Lee in November, the Warhawks had a change of pace and started off December with a win over Shorter. As the 2017 year came to a close, the Warhawks fell to Anderson College at home on December 30th. The Warhawks’ first win of the 2018 year came on January 13th when…

Mar

01

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

March Updates from SGA President Christian Crawford

Campus, News, University

In January and February of 2018, the Student Government Association (SGA) worked diligently to communicate and meet the needs of the student body. We received the highest level of student participation and engagement in years. We had over 50 students attends our SGA Senate meeting on January 29th, 2018, and we had over 30 students attend our town hall meeting the next day. As SGA President, I am proud that SGA had an opportunity to facilitate the conversation and communicate the needs, desires, and goals of the student body. We have done something that has not been done in years.…

Mar

01

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

Goodwyn Gallery To Host Solo Exhibition

Arts, Campus, News, University

Don’t forget to check out Annie B. Campbell’s solo exhibition “Extracted” in Goodwyn Gallery! The exhibit will be on display until March 23 and was featured at this year’s Southern Studies Conference. With a focus in ceramics, Campbell’s works range from wall mounted to installations to freestanding pieces. The pieces represent the natural environment as she addresses the effects of extraction of fossil fuels and forestry. “My work investigates environmental destruction and our relationship to its effects, both physical and psychological,” Campbell states on her gallery webpage. “My aim is to simultaneously exemplify the innate connection between humans and the…

Feb

22

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

Curtiss Celebrates Fifth Birthday

Campus, News, University

Our favorite bird has turned five this year! February 22nd 2018 Curtiss celebrated his birthday with his closest friends at the final Women’s and Men’s basketball games. With cupcakes, prizes, and photo fun Curtiss rang in his fifth year in flight on AUM’s campus. Curtiss the Warhawk was named after the Curtiss P-40 fighter jet stemming from Montgomery’s rich military history. Curtiss and his family engage in on campus events as well as diving into the community to soar through events. If you or your organization would like to request Curtiss for an event you can request his through the…