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AUM to Host Hap Arnold Lecture Program

AUM to Host Hap Arnold Lecture Program

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…
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Safety Tips for Spring Break

Safety Tips for Spring Break

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…
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Political Film Series Honors International Women’s Day

Political Film Series Honors International Women’s Day

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…
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AUM to Host Special Olympics Basketball Tournament

AUM to Host Special Olympics Basketball Tournament

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…
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Editorial: Dress for Success

Editorial: Dress for Success

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…
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AUM Basketball NCAA Changes

AUM Basketball NCAA Changes

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…
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SGA Applications for 2018-2019 Academic Year Now Open

SGA Applications for 2018-2019 Academic Year Now Open

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…
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Women’s Basketball Team Prepares for 2019 Season

Women’s Basketball Team Prepares for 2019 Season

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…
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March Updates from SGA President Christian Crawford

March Updates from SGA President Christian Crawford

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.…
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Goodwyn Gallery To Host Solo Exhibition

Goodwyn Gallery To Host Solo Exhibition

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…
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