Aumnibus Staff

Oct

31

2019

By Aumnibus Staff

Real Life Scary Movies

OpinionHalloween, Movies, Review

BY: Morgan Thayer With Halloween right around the corner, who doesn't love a good list of horror movies? What about horror movies based on real-life events? These horror movies that are based on real-life are sure to make your spine tingle with fear, considering they could’ve very well happened to you.  Open Water, which was released in 2003, is a movie about a couple who goes scuba diving in open water. Then, their boat leaves them behind in the shark-infested waters. The movie is based on the real-life story of American tourists Tom and Eileen Lonergan, who were diving off…

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Oct

30

2019

By Aumnibus Staff

Brain Food

OpinionFinals, Health, Mental Health

BY: Caitlin Gallagher There are only two months left in the semester. That means two months to buckle down and get those big projects done and exams studied for. I know as well as anybody that it can be taxing to sit down and study or do homework. There’s always something else that we’d rather be doing, or we might get distracted by the T.V. or our phones.  Did you know that there are certain foods that we can consume to help boost our brain functions? Our brains are made up mostly of fats, so it makes sense to consume…

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Oct

30

2019

By Aumnibus Staff

Gaining Experience with AUM Athletics as a Student Worker

Opinion, Sportsathletics, Career, Job

BY: Randy Dunn AUM gives its students opportunities to gain experience in their field and put money in their pockets as student workers. I am the announcer for AUM volleyball and soon to be basketball, and it’s giving me early experience in the analyst and announcer field of my job, which I intend to pursue once I graduate from AUM.     On top of giving me experience and money, this position brings me closer to the fans and AUM. Now when I walk around campus, I get random people asking me, “Hey are you the volleyball announcer?” and with a small…

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Oct

30

2019

By Aumnibus Staff

Fall 2019 White Coat Ceremony

UniversityNursing

BY: Kaleria Jackson On October 4, 2019, Auburn University at Montgomery hosted their fourth annual White Coat Ceremony. The White Coat Ceremony is a rite of passage for medical students, and was created by the Arnold P. Gold Foundation in 1993. During the ceremony, a white coat is placed on each student’s shoulders, and often the Hippocratic Oath is recited, signifying their entrance into the medical profession. At the beginning of the ceremony Julie Firman, DPN, NP, FACHE System and Chief Nurse Executive at Baptist Health, gave the keynote remarks that gave an inspiring message not only to the students,…

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Oct

30

2019

By Aumnibus Staff

The Company You Keep

OpinionFriendships, Mental Health, Relationships

BY: Kaleria Jackson As we navigate our way through life, we come across plenty of people. Some of the people we meet are not meant to stay in our lives forever. Time will show the course of how some people are seasonal. The company that you keep is very important because he people you allow into your life can be detrimental to your health.  When forming new friendships, or even relationships, begin watch for red flags that can show up. These red flags show the possible signs that a person may not be fit to be in your life.  The…

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Oct

30

2019

By Aumnibus Staff

Halloween Happenings

NewsHalloween

BY: Caitlin Gallagher Happy Fall, Y’all! It might feel like we are still in the middle of August, but it is officially Spooky Season. October is the month for pumpkins, haunts, and hayrides. Luckily for us, there’s no shortage of any of those in Alabama.  If horror is what you prefer, I’ve got a list of hauntingly good attractions that are sure to “creep” it real. Although there aren’t any haunted houses here in Montgomery, Paintball on 111 is one of the closest fright-fests for the Halloween season. Located in Holtville, about 25 miles from AUM, they are offering a…

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Oct

30

2019

By Aumnibus Staff

Binge Watching and You

OpinionBinge Watching, Health, Mental Health, Netflix

BY: Caitlin Gallagher Netflix, naps and snacks—this used to be a perfect Sunday. I would start a new series as quickly as I finished the first. I could not watch an episode fast enough. If you are like me, binge-watching can quickly become  an everyday occurrence. What if I told you that binge-watching negatively affects your health? Your mental and physical health could be suffering. Northwestern Medicine compiled a list of negative effects of binge-watching that include: a “drug-like high”, isolation, insomnia, anxiety and depression, back pain, weight gain and risk of heart disease. Some of these may seem really…

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Oct

30

2019

By Aumnibus Staff

ASU Halloween Haunted Gallery

NewsASU, Halloween

BY: Cory Donde Alabama State University is hosting a Halloween Haunted Gallery from October 31 to November 14. On October 31, there will be a reception where costumes are encouraged, but not necessary. The Exhibit opens at 11 A.M. and is hosted in the Warren/Britt Galleries inside the ASU Tullibody Fine Arts Center.  For more information, call 334-229-4473.

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Oct

30

2019

By Aumnibus Staff

Awards Luncheon for AUM PR Campaign

UniversityCommunications Department, Public Relations

BY: Daaiyah Latham The 1 for all Campaign by AUM’s Dr. Eunyoung Kim’s PR students has now come to an end. The campaign was a great way of spreading and promoting the First Amendment and what it means to others all over the world. The PR students participated in many activities and to spread awareness of the First Amendment all over the campus.  The Communication Department held two contests for AUM students, and it will be hosting an awards show to congratulate and award the winners of each contest. One contest was a trivia contest about the First Amendment, and…

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Oct

29

2019

By Aumnibus Staff

Come Out and Celebrate Halloween!

CampusCampus Activities Board, Halloween, Shriek Week

BY: Daaiyah Latham For this year’s Shriek Week, Auburn University at Montgomery's Campus Activities Board is throwing a costume party on Halloween night from 7-10 p.m. in Taylor Center 230. This party will give students a chance to enjoy the holidays and show off their Halloween costumes. This party will also give students a break from school before finals, and it will give everyone time to mingle and enjoy music.  Everyone loves prizes, especially college students! CAB will be hosting a costume contest. Students can come out and enter the contest for a chance to win "Best Costume of the…

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Oct

27

2019

By Aumnibus Staff

Joker Review: A Dark Descent Into Madness

EditorialsMovies, Review

BY: Cory Donde Anyone who knows Batman knows that the Joker is his iconic main antagonist. There have been several films with different interpretations of the demented clown, but Jaoquin Phoenix has set a new precedent on just how dark the character can be. Although the film is technically a DC Comics film, the first three quarters of the film revolve more on the character of Arthur Fleck than the Joker alter ego  he ends up adopting. It's a true showcase of a man who has serious mental disabilities that end up being neglected by Gotham and even ridiculed by…

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Oct

27

2019

By Aumnibus Staff

Which Master’s Degree Should You Pursue?

OpinionCareer, Education

BY: Taniya Frazier How do you know which master's program is right for you? Is it something so simple as taking a personality quiz or something more complex? What are your career goals? Your dream job will require a degree in a related field. You will need the experience to land the job. I want to be a Creative Director for Cosmopolitan women's magazine. That is my dream. Students have to factor in tuition cost, location, accreditations, and probably the most important: how much you can make with that master's degree.  You should pursue a degree in a subject that…

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Oct

27

2019

By Aumnibus Staff

Why Do People Want to Be Scared?

OpinionHalloween

BY: Taniya Frazier The quickened heartbeats, the rush of adrenaline, and what all Halloween lovers want most: the fear. Why do people want to be scared? Halloween is the one time of year that people can feel deep fear and adventures. This time of year, people can directly experience “fight or flight.” This is the time where people can throw safety and security to the wind and try heart pumping experiences! Kaylin Finch, Early Childhood Education senior, enjoys the suspense. She stated, “I like thrillers because I feel like they keep you on the edge of your seat. You don’t…

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Oct

27

2019

By Aumnibus Staff

Montgomery County Witches Ride & The Waters Halloween Fest

NewsAmerican Cancer Society, Halloween

BY: Taniya Frazier It’s time to dust off your favorite Halloween costume! The Waters in Pike Road is hosting the Montgomery County Witches Ride & Waters Halloween Fest. The event will be on October 29, 2019. The festival will run from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. The event is free to the public. There will be local live music, food trucks, games, face painting, fun activities, and even a Witches Parade.  How about Halloween with a cause? This fun-filled event will be benefiting the American Cancer Society. The goal is to raise $250, so they will be accepting any and…

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Oct

27

2019

By Aumnibus Staff

Shriek Week Flashback

CampusCampus Activities Board, Halloween, Shriek Week

BY: Taniya Frazier It’s spooky season! Shriek Week is an AUM tradition as old as time. Each October, the Campus Activities Board hosts a week of events for a spook-tastic Shriek Week. As Shriek Week approaches, I’m excited to see what’s in store and how far it’s come since 2015. It’s time for a blast from the past.  Shriek Week is an unforgettable experience! Students and faculty/staff are all welcome to enjoy the festivities of the week. The whole campus gets involved in one way or another. Since 2015, there have been different activities that range from terrifying to non-scary.…

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Oct

27

2019

By Aumnibus Staff

Shriek Week 2019

CampusCampus Activities Board, Halloween, Shriek Week

BY: Taniya Frazier Everyone grab your favorite running shoes and hold on, because Shriek Week is coming for us! Each October, AUM comes together to put on a thrilling show. All clubs, organizations, and departments gather and collaborate for Halloween-themed events and activities. Our school colors are black and orange, so it’s only right that we take Halloween to the next level.  Patrick Wilson is the current Director of Campus Activities Board. Patrick and his executive members plan all of the activities for the week while sometimes collaborating with different departments and organizations. “Shriek Week is important because it’s our…

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Oct

27

2019

By Aumnibus Staff

My Favorite Shops at Holiday Market 2019

EditorialsChristmas, Shopping

BY: Molly Gray Anyone who knows me knows that I love any type of Christmas market. I always have to go to Holiday Market and Christmas Village every year. This year, I decided to look at my favorite shops at Holiday Market this year. Here are my top 5 favorite ones. RK Collections Boutique The moment that I walked up to this booth, I fell in love. They had out their fall and winter collection, being that we were at a Christmas-themed event. What I loved was the fact that the pieces were all stylish and trendy. If you found…

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Oct

27

2019

By Aumnibus Staff

Top Halloween Costumes 2019

OpinionCostumes, Halloween, Shopping

BY: Molly Gray Halloween is just around the corner, which means it is time to get your costume ideas ready. If you are struggling with an idea of what to do, look at this list of top costumes for this year. The first things you can think about are the popular movies that have come out this year. If you are a Disney fan, you can look into dressing up as Aladdin characters like Aladdin, Princess Jasmine and Genie. Toy Story 4 and The Lion King also came out so Woody, Buzz, Bo Peep, Simba and Nala are great choices.…

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Oct

23

2019

By Aumnibus Staff

Student Spotlight: Sociology Department with Antoinique Smith and Jesse Guffin

UniversitySociology Department, Spotlight, Students

BY: Allison Stewart Everyone has a different college story. Not every student is a recent high school graduate or began their college journey as a Warhawk. AUM provides the tools for all types of students, whether they are traditional, nontraditional or transfers.  Antoinique Smith and Jesse Guffin did not begin their college journey at AUM. Antoinique transferred from De Anza College in California in 2018. Jesse transferred from the main campus of Auburn University a little over two years ago. Now, both aspiring Warhawks are pursuing their degrees in sociology.  At the start of her academic career, Antoinique knew sociology…

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Oct

23

2019

By Aumnibus Staff

Halloween Safety Tips

OpinionHalloween, Safety

BY: Allison Singleterry Halloween is less than two weeks away, and there are many ways to help everyone have a safe experience.  When dressing up for Halloween, make sure kids are wearing something bright, or incorporate reflective tape so people who are driving in the neighborhoods are able to spot them quickly. It’s also a good idea to make sure not to have really long dresses or things like long sticks or swords where kids can get hit or trip over things easily.  Make sure to go trick-or-treating in an area or neighborhood you are familiar with. You should stay…

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