Aumnibus Staff

Sep

30

2025

By Aumnibus Staff

Learning to pivot and take the jump: AUM’s communication specialist shares her story of stories

NewsAdrienne Nettles, AUM facualty, features, journalism, Public Relations

photo courtesy of Jessica Lewis on pexels.com By: Jennifer Tolbert MONTGOMERY, Ala. — From being a small-town city hall reporter to being a communication specialist at Auburn University at Montgomery and a career spanning over 20 years, Adrienne Nettles has first-hand experience in what it means to grow in your career. Her profession has given her plenty of opportunities and the ability to learn. Such as the rise in a demanding digital world. In high school in Mobile Nettles knew she had a love for writing, and she set her sights on attending a local university, Spring Hill College, to…

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Sep

28

2025

By Aumnibus Staff

‘I do it every day because it’s helping somebody else’: Amanda Curran on being a meteorologist

NewsAmanda Curran, feature, meteorology, news, WSFA

  AUM Audio · WSFA's Weather journalist Amanda Curran is interviewed by AUM student Seth Murdick By: Seth Murdick MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Award-winning WSFA 12 News meteorologist Amanda Curran sat down for an interview on Sept. 18 inside WSFA 12’s station to discuss her time as a weather forecaster, including the challenges of working in an extreme weather-prone state like Alabama and changes within the world of meteorology, such as artificial intelligence and how it could affect broadcast meteorology.  Before Curran made Alabama her second home and joined WSFA over a decade ago in 2014, she grew up in the northeast area of Litchfield,…

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Sep

26

2025

By Aumnibus Staff

Brooke Myers: the pride and joy of Auburn radio

NewsAuburn radio, Brooke Myers, features, interview, journalism, radio journalism, story, Tiger Communications

(photo credits pexels.com) By: Rodrecus Lewis   AUM Audio · Tiger Communications GM Brooke Myers is interviewed by student Rodrecus Lewis AUBURN, Ala. — Displaying her overwhelming southern charm and hospitality, Brooke Myers, the general manager for Tiger Communications, began our interview by setting up new office chairs.  The casually dressed radio host walked into the office, with a warm smile and paper building instructions, offering a seat while we prepared for conversation. “We ordered more chairs because for some reason the ones we have keep breaking,” she explained. “I’ve built every chair in here.”   With a radio station worked by only nine people,…

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Sep

23

2025

By Aumnibus Staff

More than just news: News anchor and reporter of 23 years Sally Pitts shares her experience being a part of the WSFA family

NewsAI, features, journalism, Sally Pitts, WSFA-12

By: Tyreanna Causey ​​AUM Audio · WSFA-TV anchor Sally Pitts is interviewed by AUM student Tyreanna Causey MONTGOMERY, Ala.— For 23 years, Sally Pitts has worked for WSFA-12 News, where she reported and anchored for the state of Alabama, bringing viewers breaking news and heartfelt stories to watch. When she’s not in the studio, she’s playing tennis, running or spending time with her family or taking her daughters to soccer practice.  Sally Pitts is shown reporting live from Montgomery Whitewater to show off some behind-the-scenes footage of the location on July 7, 2023. (Photo taken by WSFA-12 News in 2023) Sally…

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Sep

23

2025

By Aumnibus Staff

Cap and gown to community sound: Wetumpka Herald reporter Ana Meyer, storyteller of local athletes

NewsAna Meyer, features, journalism, local, local news, University of Texas, Wetumpka

Ana Myer poses in front of the Wetumpka Herald building. (photo courtesy of Ana Meyer) By: Alexis Taylor AUM Audio · Wetumpka Herald reporter and UT grad Ana Meyer is interviewed by AUM senior Alexis Taylor WETUMPKA, Ala. — Ana Meyer, a recent University of Texas graduate, got a fresh start in Wetumpka as she embarks on her journey as a sports reporter. Ana Meyer is pictured wearing a University of Texas stole in Austin, Texas. (Photo courtesy of Ana Meyer) “Going to journalism school was really one of the best decisions that I ever made,” said Meyer. The University…

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Sep

20

2025

By Aumnibus Staff

Angier Johnson: A voice of faith and resilience on Montgomery’s airwaves                            

NewsAngier Johnson, faith, features, gospel, journalism, Montgomery, motivation, story, zeta phi beta

Uplifting listeners, Angier Johnson delivers heartfelt inspiration during her radio air shift. (Photo courtesy of Angier Johnson) By: Nicholas Drayton AUM Audio · WVAS 90.7 FM gospel show host Angier Johnson is interviewed by COMM senior Nicholas Drayton MONTGOMERY, Ala.— As the sun rises over Montgomery on a Sunday morning, families throughout the city will start waking up to the comforting, soothing sounds of Angier Johnson. With Angier's rich, energetic voice, her Sunday Morning Gospel show on WVAS 90.7 FM from 6 to 11 a.m. brings words of inspiration and worship into households throughout the city. Angier Johnson shines on…

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Nov

14

2024

By Aumnibus Staff

Behind the camera with Frank Williams

Campus, Newsfeature

Headshot of Auburn University at Montgomery’s photographer of 36 years, Frank Williams. Photo Courtesy of AUM's website. By: Tasker Wheeler AUM Audio · AUM chief photographer Frank Williams is interviewed by Tasker Wheeler for feature story Not a day goes by that is not captured by a photo. A photo locked in time, a memorycreated through millions of pixels and one click. Pure talent, nurtured by patience and practice,is required for this reputable position. A photography position managed by one mega mind, onekind, and one selfless person. Pictures are edited and produced by Frank Williams at AuburnUniversity at Montgomery and…

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Mar

04

2024

By Aumnibus Staff

AUM basketball looking ahead for the GCS title

Sportsathletics, basketball

Photo Courtesy of AUM Athletics By: Tasker Wheeler AUM men’s basketball started off the season with two strong wins when they traveled to Florida for the GSC-SSC Crossover Challenge on Nov. 11 and the team is looking ahead for a chance at the Gulf South Conference title. These two wins against (Saint Leo University and Florida Southern College) on the road sparked the attention of the AUM fanbase. Since these two games the Warhawks have had an up-and-down season to date but still have that spark and perseverance that everyone is excited about. Two basketball front men said they both…

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Jan

22

2024

By Aumnibus Staff

AUM women’s and men’s basketball teams performed strongly against Montevallo last week

News, Universityathletics, basketball

Photo Courtesy of AUM Athletics By: Tasker Wheeler Auburn University at Montgomery women’s basketball team last Saturday pulled through for a home win against Montevallo, now standing at a season record of 8-7, 6-5. In an after-game interview, head coach John Plefka stated enthusiastically about the women’s win, “Huge home win for us after two straight double-digit losses; we had a solid week of practice and responded right from the tip. We executed everything very well, especially our defensive game plan.” A notable junior player on the court nicknamed “The Alabama Sniper” Allasha Dudley has now scored twenty points or…

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Jan

22

2024

By Aumnibus Staff

Op-ed: “Hey, do you have the link to the textbook?”

Opinionfinances, opinion, textbooks

Photo Courtesy of the AUM bookstore The debate of purchasing textbooks By: Victoria Salters MONTGOMERY, Ala. — With complete transparency, as a college senior, I have avoided purchasing a textbook for the last few years. Every year I begin my semester with a similar routine. I make sure to register and I attend classes like usual. However, if I can make it through the first test without the textbook, I opt against purchasing it. If I do need the textbook, I always choose an eBook. This “course of action” is not one that was born out of rebellion but out…

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Nov

13

2023

By Aumnibus Staff

AUM women’s soccer welcomes new goalkeeper

Opinion, Sportsathletics, Soccer

Photo Courtesy of AUM Athletics By: Rachel Moore AUM Audio · AUM Women’s Soccer welcomes new goalkeeper MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The prospect of a new player to a team can bring excitement and anticipation in the world of collegiate sports. Transfer sophomore and goalkeeper for Auburn University at Montgomery women’s soccer, Karla Guzmano-Ortiz, has promised to be a beneficial addition to the team. Hailing from her home of Puerto Rico, the confidence surrounding soccer exudes from Guzman-Ortiz when sitting across from her. Donned in a pink uniform, she shared her journey from budding high school player in Puerto Rico to…

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Nov

13

2023

By Aumnibus Staff

Attitude and improvement

Opinion, Sportsathletics, Soccer

Photo Courtsey of AUM Athletics How an AUM women’s soccer player hopes to change team culture  By: Dalton Kimbro AUM Audio · AUM COMM major Dalton Kimbro interviews soccer player Whitley Watwood MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM) junior women’s soccer player Whitley Watwood is no stranger to change.   From a six-hour move from her hometown in Kentucky to a switch in her lifelong position on the field, Watwood, a special education major, has navigated her circumstances en route to a significant amount of playing time this season for the Warhawks. I sat down with Watwood to discuss…

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Nov

13

2023

By Aumnibus Staff

A freshman’s rewarding transition to college volleyball

Opinion, Sportsathletics, Volleyball

Photo Courtesy by AUM Athletics By: Keturah Stone AUM Audio · COMM major Keturah Stone interviews Warhawk volleyball player Taylor Lewis MONTGOMERY, Ala. − Transitioning from high school to college is difficult. For Auburn University at Montgomery freshman volleyball player Taylor Lewis, it’s a dream come true, but with growing pains.   Lewis, who is from Alpharetta, Georgia, spoke with me about her experience playing volleyball in high school for Providence Christian Academy.  But she’s been playing volleyball since age 11 when she started competitive travel ball. At her high school, she was awarded 2019 Rookie of the Year and Defensive…

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Nov

13

2023

By Aumnibus Staff

Between the volleyball court and the classroom

Opinion, Sportsathletics, Volleyball

Photo Courtesy of AUM Athletics How Emily Brown balances athletics and academics By: Penton McNider AUM Audio · Between the volleyball court and the classroom MONTGOMERY, Ala — The fall 2023 sports season and academic schedule are underway at Auburn University of Montgomery. With this semester entering the second month, student assignments are becoming more intense and student-athletes are facing higher stress levels. However, that is not the case for AUM student-athlete Emily Brown, a freshman on the Warhawks’ volleyball team. When asked if Brown felt any extra pressure being an AUM athlete, she explained it's in her nature to…

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Nov

07

2023

By Aumnibus Staff

A record-breaking transfer

Opinion, Sportsathletics, Volleyball

Photo Courtesy of AUM Athletics Maya Thompson on transitioning to AUM Volleyball By: Makenzie Martin MONTGOMERY, Ala. — A transfer to Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM) from Alabama State University (ASU), Maya Thompson is a six-foot middle blocker from Chicago who carefully dissected her move this year to the Warhawks volleyball team.  For Thompson, several factors contributed to her transferring to AUM, mainly Flavia Siqueira, her volleyball coach. Siqueira coached the 2022 volleyball team to their fourth consecutive attendance in the Gulf South Conference (GSC), according to Siqueira’s biography on the AUM Athletics volleyball website.  “We actually played AUM last…

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Nov

07

2023

By Aumnibus Staff

“For Their Strength and Courage”

Opinion, Sportsathletics

Photo Courtesy of AUM Athletics The Story of Temi, an AUM soccer player By: Victoria Salters AUM Audio · “For Their Strength and Courage” – The Story of Temi, an AUM soccer player MONTGOMERY, Ala. – In the bustling city of Lagos, Nigeria where vibrant culture and the love of soccer are deeply connected, a young talent named Aristarchus Oluwatuyi, known by his teammates affectionately as Temi was born. Temi’s passion for soccer began at an early age. Nigeria, Temi’s home country has a rich history in soccer. According to the All Nigeria Soccer website the Nigerian national football team…

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Oct

16

2023

By Aumnibus Staff

AUM Shriek Week 2023 coming again this October

News, UniversityHalloween, Shriek Week, student life

By: Lex Wedgworth The month of October fits Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM) like a glove.Whether it is the orange and black colorway that our students wear everyday, the spirit ourcommunity has for Halloween, or that students and faculty have their annual Shriek Week atAUM to look forward to during the last month of October every fall. Every year Shriek Weekcelebrates Halloween fun by holding a variety of spooky events held by AUM’s StudentGovernment Association (SGA), College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences (CLASS) and clubsall around campus. Shriek Week gives students opportunities to develop better relationships with fellowstudents and…

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Oct

04

2023

By Aumnibus Staff

Red Bike Promo

Theatre AUMArts & Culture, Theatre AUM

By: Mason Lawrence The Auburn University of Montgomery Theatre Department is getting ready to put ontheir first show of the semester. October 5th is opening night for Red Bike by Caridad Svich.Val Winkleman is directing the show and has directed many plays put on in the AUM theatre.Last year she directed The Revolutionists and has overseen wardrobe, stage design and everyother facet of theatre for many other AUM productions . Red Bike is a story about growing upin a small town and finding what your place in the world is. Figuring out whether to leave thetown or stay there like…

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