Aumnibus Staff

535 Posts
Sep
09
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Alien Stock Festival to be Held During Area 51 Raid

Alien Stock Festival to be Held During Area 51 Raid

News
BY: Allison Singleterry What originally started as a joke has now turned into multiple events. In June of this year, Matty Roberts created a Facebook event called “Storm Area 51 – They can’t stop all of us” set for Sept. 20. Though this started as a joke, it has now caught the attention of a lot of people. Because of the attention this event received, there are now two million people who have responded and said they are going. The buzz around this one event has gotten so large that now there are events being held that have branched off…
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Sep
09
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Auburn University at Montgomery Makes Official Switch to NCAA

Auburn University at Montgomery Makes Official Switch to NCAA

News, Sports
BY: Allison Singleterry Auburn University at Montgomery recently became a full Division II member of the NCAA in the Gulf South Conference. Jessie Rosa, AUM’s Director of Athletics, says it has been about a 10 year process to fully make the switch to this division and conference. This process started years ago by first having at least 10 sports participating for the university. From this point, they had to get approval from the Auburn University Board and the NCAA. Once they had the approval they needed, they were able to move forward in the process. From this point, it took…
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Sep
06
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
The Alabama National Fair Returns

The Alabama National Fair Returns

News
BY: Allison Stewart Fall is here, which means the 51st annual Alabama National Fair is just around the corner. This year, the fair will take place from Oct. 4 until Oct. 14 at the Garrett Coliseum, on 155 Federal Drive, Montgomery, AL, 36107. Visitors can look forward to guest appearances from Rodney Atkins and Bell Biv Devoe. As always, there will be games, rides, competitions, and food. The competitions range from art and photography to livestock and roping. There is something for everyone to enjoy, no matter their age. Tickets are on sale now for the Gold Ride Package. It…
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Sep
03
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Steve Irwin Memorial

Steve Irwin Memorial

News, Opinion
BY: Cory Donde We have all had a science teacher at one time or another, but unquestionably one of the most passionate biology teachers to grace the world was Steve Irwin. Steve Irwin taught an entire generation about wildlife and the importance of preserving the beautiful creatures that we share Earth with. Today marks the 13th anniversary of Irwin's death, and it's difficult not to feel melancholy at the loss of such a legend, but it is also a disservice to not remember him for what he has done for the world. His legacy stems from The Crocodile Hunter which…
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Apr
25
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Kodi’s Cinema Criteria: Umbrella Academy

Kodi’s Cinema Criteria: Umbrella Academy

News, Opinion
BY : Kodi Robertson Netflix has once again created a show worth binging and waiting for. As with all my other critiques I will go ahead and warn you there might be spoilers! Have you ever wanted to be a hero? I’ll rephrase: Have you ever wanted to be a hero with powers? If so what kind of powers would you have? In the entertainment industry there have been many series and movies that showcase some of the greatest heroes known in all of fiction. From X-Men to Avengers to even The Incredibles superheroes and superpowers come in all shapes…
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Apr
25
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Kodi’s Cinema Criteria: The Cable Guy

Kodi’s Cinema Criteria: The Cable Guy

News, Opinion
BY: Kodi Robertson This critique will contain spoilers: believe me, this will be a good one! What can you expect when it comes to Jim Carrey? Do you expect to laugh? Do you expect to see his face stretch? How about him making a slight innuendo that your 7-year-old cousin wouldn’t catch? All of these things are what make him a phenomenon in the early and late 90’s (I would even argue it’s what makes him still incredible today). Yet, among all the films I’ve seen him in, nothing compares to his work in The Cable Guy. If you saw…
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Apr
25
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
What Makes Empire Strikes Back A Good Movie?

What Makes Empire Strikes Back A Good Movie?

News, Opinion
BY: Kodi Robertson Just fair warning- this is my favorite movie therefore: Spoilers alert! From the very beginning, The Empire Strikes Back takes audiences through a dark journey in a galaxy far, far, away. Back then in Hollywood movie scripts were passed around according to Mark Hamill in an interview with ABC in 1983, but this script was special. Up until the most climactic scene of the movie, the famous “No, I am your father…” scene, most of the actors like Harrison Ford and Carrie Fisher didn’t even have the real final copy of the script. It took George Lucas…
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Apr
25
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Kodi’s Cinema Criteria: Blow

Kodi’s Cinema Criteria: Blow

News, Opinion
BY: Kodi Robertson As with all my critiques, this one contains spoilers. You have been warned: Blow is more than a street term for a life killing drug, it is a play on the word of feeling beaten when your life spirals out of control. It is a film about passion. Ted Demme’s Blow is a biopic unlike any other. Demme uses a palette of colors and camera shots/angles that tell the story as if he himself was recollecting it all from memory. Hazy screen effects help us establish that George Jung (pronounced as spelled, I sometimes got it confused…
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Apr
25
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
5 Tips for Your Daily Skin Care

5 Tips for Your Daily Skin Care

News, Opinion
BY: Brittany Vallely You’ve had a long day and you’re ready to go bed, but then you remember you need to wash face.  Skin care is important for one’s personal health, but it's a routine that requires multiple steps and can be tedious. While hot water and soap is the easiest opinion, that process is not always favorable. Everyone has different types of skin and sometimes others require more attention— especially if you are a girl who wears makeup throughout the week. Skin can also be sensitive so it is important to know what kind of products are best for…
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Apr
25
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Summertime

Summertime

News, Opinion
BY: Taniya Frazier Young hearts desire a good time for any occasion, especially summer. Summer is the time to be free, flourish, and make unforgettable memories. The summer is where you lose worries and be relaxed. Forget about the fact that you’re moving away soon. Forget that you may have summer classes. Forget that every summer you don’t have the best of times. I declare that this summer is yours! With these tips, I’m sure you will have the time of your life!1. Spend time with your friends.This may seem like a simple task, but that’s because it is! I…
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Apr
25
2019
By Aumnibus Staff

AUM Women’s Soccer LipSync

News
By. Morgan Thayer Auburn University at Montgomery’s women’s soccer team decided to do something to finish out the season with a bang. For their end of the season banquet, each sport was asked to create a video and submit it. This was the winning submission. Congratulations Lady Warhawks! Video credit: Hannah Long
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Apr
25
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Friends 101

Friends 101

News, Opinion
BY: Taniya Frazier Graduating high school also means leaving behind some of your best friends. Spending four or more years with the same familiar faces can make you very attached to them. If you are lucky enough to go to college with your high school best friends, cherish it. However, college is about adventure, experience, and socializing. Go out and meet new faces while keeping contact with old ones. Try not to get so involved with old friends that you waste time that could be spent with potential new friends. Take my word for it- I know how important high…
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Apr
25
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Saying Goodbye

Saying Goodbye

News, Opinion
BY: Morgan Thayer It is nearing the end of the semester, and with every end comes goodbyes- goodbyes to friends we made who are now graduating and moving on to bigger and better adventures in life. No matter the circumstance, saying goodbye is never easy. It comes with tears, hugs, reminiscing, and laughter we try to use to mask the tears. I have always wondered why the word "good" is in "goodbye." How could a word that we use to describe things such as ice cream, doughnuts, and pizza be put together with the word "bye" to make a word…
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Apr
25
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Montgomery Citizens March for Good Friday

Montgomery Citizens March for Good Friday

News
BY: Brittany Vallely The weather was cold and windy, but that did not stop people from coming together to celebrate Good Friday in downtown Montgomery. The 11th annual Way of the Cross is a commemorator for the passion and death of Jesus Christ. Christians gathered at St. Peter Catholic Church to prepare for the silent march through the downtown streets and stop at the RSA Park, the State Capitol Build, the State House, and the Supreme Court building for gospel readings and meditations. Marinella Davis, the event organizer, is originally from Italy and has been participating in the march since…
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Apr
25
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Summer Vacation on a Budget

Summer Vacation on a Budget

News, Opinion
BY: Morgan Thayer With the end of the semester approaching and summer on the horizon, it is hard to stay focused on finals when all you can think about is sun, fun, and adventures. No one wants to spend their entire summer cooped up in a stuffy house but if you are like me, you are broke. Summer adventures can become costly quick, and let's all be real- nobody actually has the money for a summer vacation abroad in Paris where life seems like a rom-com for two months straight. So what are some fun things we can do to…
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Apr
25
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
MPAC Continues to Be Successful

MPAC Continues to Be Successful

News
The Montgomery Performing Art Center was built during the renovations to the Convention Center of the Renaissance Montgomery Hotel and Spa in 2007. Ever since then, it has been a highlight for the city. It has brought in a wide array of entertaining acts and enjoyment to the guest. Concerning its size, the venue is not that impressive looking at it on a piece of paper. It is a relatively small venue that can only support a maximum occupancy of 1,800 guests. However, this creates an atmosphere that can make a show more rememberable and bring an audience closer together.…
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Apr
25
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Fake News and 2020

Fake News and 2020

Editorials, News
BY: Kory Hobbs Half-truths, embellished headlines, and absurd angles to news stories were nothing new when the 2016 nominees kicked off their presidential campaigns. However, America saw an increase in fake news stories across major social platforms during that time. Fake news is a problem because it creates a risk of misinformation that has the potential to spread like wildfire. Most of us are busy day in and day out- we visit the sites online that we feel comfortable going to and watch news channels that fit our taste. We do it unintentionally most of the time and fail to…
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Apr
25
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
2nd Annual Montgomery Seafood and Arts Festival Partners with Local Artist

2nd Annual Montgomery Seafood and Arts Festival Partners with Local Artist

News
BY: Kory Hobbs On Friday, April 26, the Second Annual Montgomery Seafood and Arts Festival will take place in downtown Montgomery at the Union Station Train Shed. The festival will run between 5:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. and a minimum $5 donation is required to enter. Proceeds from the event will benefit Child Protect, a group that supports the victims of child abuse. Live entertainment will be provided by a visiting local artist, Wyatt Edmondson. In addition, local arts, crafts, and seafood vendors will be on site, as well as a cash bar for those who want to come out…
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