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The Canceled Culture: No One and Nothing is Safe from Being Cancelled

The Canceled Culture: No One and Nothing is Safe from Being Cancelled

BY: Savanna Sabb It seems like almost every week or every other week on social media a scandal arises and shortly after that scandal, someone or something is allegedly “cancelled.” Welcome to the cancelled culture where people who utter an offensive word or post a tweet that is an unpopular opinion are quickly cancelled according to the many users of social media. What qualifies someone to enter the world of cancellation you might ask? With the help of some examples, let’s take a look. Some celebrities have been cancelled for their unpopular opinions that seem to offend a majority of…
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A Montgomery Family Christmas with Chris Tomlin

A Montgomery Family Christmas with Chris Tomlin

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Nov. 26, 2018— Christ Tomlin will be performing at the Montgomery Performing Arts Centre on Fri, Nov. 30 at 7:00 PM. The event will be sponsored by the Baptist Health Care Foundation for Baptist Hospice. Come out with your family and friends to enjoy a night of Christmas songs of worship. Tickets are in the price range of $35-50 depending on the seat. Montgomery Performing Arts Centre — 201 Tallapoosa St, Montgomery, AL 36104 ### Contact: Chelsea Bassett cbassett@aum.edu  
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Counseling and Health Promotion Services Produces Chocolate and Chill

Counseling and Health Promotion Services Produces Chocolate and Chill

BY:Brittany Vallely MONTGOMERY, Ala.- Finals right around the corner, which can be the most stressful time of the school year. In order to prepare students, the Counseling and Health Promotion Services Produces (CHPS), are inviting to students to come relax. Greta Chambless, Associate Director of Clinical Services, says CHPS wants to give students a chance to decrease their stress and will be serving hot chocolate and marshmallows to everyone. “We are here to help students with any need they have from stress and anxiety to relationships to more serious mental health issues,” said Chambless. Students are invited to participate in…
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Featured Features: Bohemian Rhapsody

Featured Features: Bohemian Rhapsody

Full of opinions, but free of spoilers. If you’re a lover of the songs “We Are The Champions”, “We Will Rock You”, “Crazy Little Thing Called Love” and of course the famous “Bohemian Rhapsody” you were probably pumped for the Queen biopic, Bohemian Rhapsody. As someone who grew up listening to Queen I was super excited for this movie when I saw the first trailer, but at the same time scared that it would be a flop. Rami Malek from Mr. Robot was our Freddie in this film and man did he perform. Throughout most of the film I forgot…
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AUM’s Small Theatre Program Provides Students Big Opportunities

AUM’s Small Theatre Program Provides Students Big Opportunities

BY: Brittany Vallely “Being a small theatre means that everyone who comes in hits the ground running,” according to AUM’s theatre coordinator who is also an alumni. Katie Pearson, who has been a part of the theatre program since 2004, gave a speech to journalism students about how AUM’s theatre department prepares students for the professional world, despite the size of the program. Pearson received her bachelor’s in art and master degree in liberal arts with a concentration in theatre from AUM. After she graduated, she continued working at the university for four years as an assistant, and was later…
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Designer Students Share Their Stories About the Technical Aspect of Theatre

Designer Students Share Their Stories About the Technical Aspect of Theatre

BY: Brittany Vallely Have you ever wondered who works backstage to help make a play come life? There is an entire technical aspect in theatre called a designer team. Theatre AUM’s designer team for their production of “Child’s Play” is made up of students, which includes makeup design and lighting design. Olivia Crutchfield, a senior, is the makeup designer and helps make the actors fit their character. “The research starts off with what do you want to do and then finding your examples. It's basically using key words and putting that into Google or Pinterest, and taking bits and pieces…
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AUM Grad School Preview Night

AUM Grad School Preview Night

BY: D’Cara Hood Time to get back in the swing of things, and dust off those books and backpacks. Auburn University Montgomery is set to host their Grad school preview event. Come out and see what masters and doctoral degree options we offer. Preview night will be held November 13, 2018 from 5-7 p.m. on the 10th floor of the library tower. We cannot wait to see you there!
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2018 Camelia Bowl

2018 Camelia Bowl

BY: D’Cara Hood Raycom Media is back again in 2018 with the Camellia Bowl. Come out and support the city’s annual football game. The Camellia Bowl features one team from the Sunbelt conference, and one from the Mid-American conference. The game is set to kick off December 15, 2018 at 5:30 P.M., with live coverage on ESPN. The game is to be played at the Crampton Bowl located at 1022 Madison Ave. Ticket prices vary from general admission of $30 to ESPN box seats up to $175. Cannot wait to see you there! For more information contact Marty McGinty mmcginity@camelliabowl.com
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The Department of Fine Arts Hosts Student Art Market

The Department of Fine Arts Hosts Student Art Market

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Nov. 7, 2018— The Department of Fine Arts will be hosting a student art market on Wednesday, November 14th in the Goodwyn Hall Lobby. The event will begin at 11:00 a.m. and will feature works from current students and AUM Alumni. Cash and checks will both be accepted and there will be cookies available for anyone who purchases any artwork. Be sure to stop by and support the Department of Fine Arts as well as your fellow classmates and Alumni. ### Contact: Chelsea Bassett cbassett@aum.edu
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Hot Topic Café Series Has Final Meeting for Fall 2018 Semester

Hot Topic Café Series Has Final Meeting for Fall 2018 Semester

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Nov. 7, 2018—AUM’s Housing and Residence Life will host their last meeting of the Hot Topic Café Series this semester on Wednesday, November 14. This month’s topic will be titled, “Hot or Not?” Which do you prefer: Kylie Jenner or Kim Kardashian? Chris Pine or Chris Hemsworth? What makes someone "hot?" Who decides what hot is? These are a few of the many questions that will be asked during the event, and students are welcome to gather at The Landing in the Nest to openly discuss their opinion in a judgement-free environment. You do…
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International Education Week at AUM

International Education Week at AUM

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Nov. 7, 2018—AUM with the help of many campus sponsors will begin the festivities for International Education week from Mon. Nov. 12- Sat. Nov. 17. The AUM website states that the purpose of this week is for students to have the “opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide.” This is what the week will look like: Monday, November 12th— Art Around the World Outside bookstore from 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Sponsored by Confucius Institute Monday, November 12th — Put Yourself on the Map Global Education Center (Taylor Center 130) from 9…
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AUM Celebrates First Veterans Appreciation Week

AUM Celebrates First Veterans Appreciation Week

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Nov. 7, 2018— Already known as a military friendly college, AUM has decided to further show their appreciation by celebrating the first ever Veteran Appreciation Week. AUM has always been a proud supporter of military students and their families by educating active military members, veterans, reserves, military spouses and military dependents. The week will honor AUM faculty, staff and students who have served or who are currently serving in the military, as reserves or in the National Guard. Events begin on Mon. Nov. 12 and last until Fri. Nov. 16. This is what the…
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Walking Tour Through Oakwood Cemetery’s Eastern Annex

Walking Tour Through Oakwood Cemetery’s Eastern Annex

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Nov. 7, 2018— Still in the Halloween spirit and wish you could somehow celebrate even though the haunted houses and hayrides are over? Are you into history as well? This might be the perfect event for you. Learn more about Montgomery by participating in a walking tour through Oakwood Cemetery’s Eastern Annex with local historian and author, Jeff Benton. Throughout the tour you will discover about changing architectural styles of marking graves with Celtic crosses, urns, columns, obelisks and more. Some of the places along the route include: Royal Air Force and Free French…
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Theatre AUM – Child’s Play

[embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ruScpMSe-gY[/embedyt]   Showtimes and dates for “Child's Play” are November 1, 2, 3, 8, 9, 10 at 7:30 p.m. The show closes November 11 at 2 p.m. AUM’s theatre is located in the Taylor Center.
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An Experience to Remember

BY: Kaleria Jackson I went to my first college football game this year. I went to the Alabama homecoming game against Missouri. I had no idea what to expect when I arrived on Alabama’s campus. I live next to Auburn so I knew traffic was going to be a problem but, as for the experience I didn’t have a clue. My older cousin invited me to go with her to the Alabama homecoming game since she was an alumnus of the University of Alabama. The first thing we did when arrived on the campus was get ready to go tailgating.…
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Comparing Brands: Netflix vs Hulu

Comparing Brands: Netflix vs Hulu

BY: Kaleria Jackson Every college student either has an account or is using someone’s account. Netflix is a veteran. Hulu is a rookie. The battle between which streaming services are the best has been up for debate. Understanding which one is the best service is the hardest part. Netflix started its streaming services in 1997, which is a total shock due to it becoming popular in the 2010s. Netflix first started out as a DVD-by-mail service with no late fees. As time went on Netflix turned completely digital streaming service. Hulu started its streaming services in 2008. Hulu’s streaming service…
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Graduating Soon? Here’s How To Keep Up With Your Credits

Graduating Soon? Here’s How To Keep Up With Your Credits

BY: Tommi Jo Miller For those expecting to graduate this December or upcoming May, the end is in sight. The only thing that could end this bliss for a student is learning that they do not have enough credits to finish as soon as planned. To avoid this last minute debacle, it is a good idea to keep up with credits semester to semester. There are two ways to do this—by consulting Blackboard or an advisor. The “Degree Works” feature on Blackboard is an easy way for a student to track their progress using a detailed breakdown of their academic…
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AUM Shriek Week

AUM Shriek Week

BY Ashleigh Hicks MONTGOMERY, ALA (6 Nov., 2018)— Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM) holds the annual Shriek Week event: a campus tradition, allowing students to celebrate Halloween while never being too old. Warhawks really got into the spirit this week decking out campus with festive decorations. The AUM library’s decorative theme this year was Halloween town. Staff and students worked hard to make this an unforgettable year. Warhawks dressed in all kinds of crazy ghouly costumes. Some students dressed as Penny Wise from the horror film “It”, a Chicago fan and Cleopatra. Traditionally, this week of frightful fun includes events…
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AUM’s New Group Fitness Class

AUM’s New Group Fitness Class

BY: Brittany Vallely AUM’s Physical Education Program offers a new group fitness class for participants with intellectual disabilities. The class takes place at the AUM wellness center and begins with an obstacle course, followed by a variety of different activities with an emphasis of having fun. The class is a full body work out that focuses on cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength, endurance, balance, and coordination. Dr. Erin Reilly, a professor at AUM, helped develop the class with physical therapist Tiffany Higginbotham, and focused on activities that will help with reflex integration. “There is not a class like this one anywhere…
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