Arts

The Man Who Masters Film and Fashion

The Man Who Masters Film and Fashion

Tom Ford is a world-renowned fashion designer who makes beautiful clothing that dresses the actors, actresses, singers and other notable people we see in the media. His art for designing fashion trends is not his only gift. Over the years, Ford has added film directing and screenwriting to his list of talents. (more…)
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And the Emmy Goes to…

And the Emmy Goes to…

On Sept. 18, the biggest stars from television came together to attend the 68th Emmy Awards. It was a night full of snubs, surprises and moving speeches. The event was hosted by Jimmy Kimmel, who made fun of the celebrities there and also used humor to bring attention to diversity in Hollywood. There are five categories that members of the Television Academy vote on—drama, limited series, comedy, reality and variety. Actors, actresses, directors, writers and even shows as a whole go up against each other in these to see who will come out on top. (more…)
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The Nation’s Student Writing Contest

The Nation’s Student Writing Contest

We're hoping you'll know somebody who might want to submit an essay in The Nation's Student Writing Contest. We’re asking students to answer this question in essays not exceeding 800 words: It’s clear that the political system in the United States isn’t working for many young people. What do you think is the central issue for your generation in Election 2016? (more…)
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Let’s Taco ‘Bout It

Let’s Taco ‘Bout It

What were you doing on Saturday, June 18? You could find me at Taco Libre. You’ve never heard of it? That’s because Taco Libre is the state of Alabama’s first ever taco festival! Do I even have to say anything else? For someone like me who has an unimaginable love for food, this is huge. (more…)
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Fun-filled Saturdays on a Budget

Fun-filled Saturdays on a Budget

Are you ever looking for fun, inexpensive ways to spend your weekend? If your wallet looks anything like mine, you are often in need of fun on a budget. For the affordable price of one dollar, you can spend the second Saturday of every month listening to a live performance and watching fireworks on the Riverfront. These events are creatively called “Second Saturdays”—that’s when they take place, from April to August-- and have been immensely popular since their debut in 2013. Second Saturdays have been free of charge until last year, when the city of Montgomery decided to charge a…
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Cloverdale Spring Concert Series

Cloverdale Spring Concert Series

The birds are chirping, the flowers are blooming, and the pollen is creating a yellow tint on the cars, tables, and art statues around campus; it is safe to say that spring has sprung. With more hours of daylight and warm, breezy evenings, the 10th Annual Spring Concert Series hosted by the Cloverdale-Idlewild Neighborhood Association provides the perfect activity for Sunday evenings. (more…)
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Expanding Musical Horizons

Expanding Musical Horizons

Do you have trouble connecting with today’s popular music on a human level?  Has the heavy use of computer-generated beats and auto-tuned voices left you feeling detached from your car radio and latest playlist?  If so, push pause on the polished product and take a risk on Greensky Bluegrass. (more…)
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Going to the Discotech…Silently

Going to the Discotech…Silently

Jan. 11 2016 will be remembered for a lot of things. It was the first day of class for the Spring semester. It was the day that the Alabama Crimson Tide won their 16th (or 10th if you are picky) national football championship. It was also a day in which more than 240 AUM students enjoyed a new and unique event, the Silent Disco. (more…)
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Theatre AUM 40th Anniversary Gala

Theatre AUM 40th Anniversary Gala

Theatre AUM is celebrating its 40th Anniversary with a production that include scenes, songs and monologues from shows that have been performed at Theatre AUM over the last 40 years. With a production like this underway, a moment of reflection is inevitable. “We are trying to incorporate as many shows as we can,” said Val Winkleman, who is Interim Head of the Department of Communication and Theatre. “Some will be omitted but we are paying homage – a kind of quilt – to the 196 shows that have been performed.” This 40th Anniversary show will be performed by a total…
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Jess Meuse Coming to AUM

Jess Meuse Coming to AUM

American Idol Season 13 finalist and AUM alumna Jess Meuse will help kick off the 2015-2016 school year with a free concert and meet-and-greet. The concert will be held Aug. 20 at 7 p.m. in the AUM Athletics Complex. Afterward, students can meet Meuse for pictures and autographs from 8:10-8:45 p.m. in the Taylor Center room 230. Registration for the concert is required. Tickets can be acquired at https://aumstudentlife.wufoo.com/forms/jess-meuse-concert-at-aum. The concert is free, but donations such as cash, checks, pet food and other items will be accepted at the door for the Montgomery Humane Society. In addition, free t-shirts will…
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