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AUM AUM Spotlight Series: Interview with Da’Monta Wiggins

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AUM Audio · Da'Monta Wiggins Podcast In this episode of the AUM Spotlight Series podcast, we learn about Da'Monta Wiggins, the director of AUM Student Life. Wiggins speaks about his upbringing, his experiences in higher education and his future ambitions with his role as director of Student Life.

Nov

13

2025

After shutdown, students say SNAP disruption revealed deep need

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photo credits to Ron Lach on pexels.com With the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits now restored, some AUM students say last month’s pause revealed how vulnerable college students are when it comes to food affordability. Sky Williams, freshman sociology major after being interviewed in the AUM Bookstore. (photo courtesy of Jordan White) Sky Williams, freshman sociology major, shared her own fears as a campus resident living with celiac disease and a gluten-free diet. “It’s really hard to make sure I have food… with the price hikes on them already plus inflation price hikes, it’s making meals and finding affordable…

Nov

11

2025

AUM Spotlight Series: Interview with Christin LeJeune

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AUM Audio · AUM Spotlight Interview with Christin LeJeune by Nichlos Cutrell In this episode of the AUM Spotlight Series podcast we learn about Christin LeJeune, the director of the AUM Central Advising. LeJeune speaks about her upbringing in Alabama, her experiences in higher education and her future ambitions with her new role as director of Central Advising (photo credit to Jordan White).

Nov

05

2025

By Cam Harris

AUM food pantry fights hunger

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photo courtesy of Julia M. Cameron on pexels.com Did you know nearly 40% of college students face food insecurity? Food insecurity among college students happens for many reasons, some being the cost of food and lack of resources for students to get access to food in non-traditional ways. The AUM Food Pantry serves anywhere from 75-100 students a week, but Food Pantry Chair Sarah Bagget said numbers vary. “We may have days where we serve 40 students and others where we may serve 10, so it really depends,” she said. The number of students that visit the pantry also has…

Oct

01

2025

Mind in Motion promotes calm mindfulness at AUM

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Photo courtesy of RDNE Stock project on pexels.com AUM students took time to unwind Sept. 18 by making dream catchers with the Center for Disability Services (CDS) and the Warhawk Academic Success Center (WASC). The activity is part of CDS’s semester-long Mind in Motion campaign, which encourages students to “kick off each week with a positive focus” and “end each week with a relaxing check-in”. The campaign began after welcome week and will continue weekly through Nov. 20, just before Thanksgiving break.“It was really, really soothing, and I like how it wasn’t as bustly as the average college experience or…

Sep

19

2025

When headlines fade, faith remains: Former reporter Chris Searcy traded the newsroom for the pulpit, finding purpose beyond the press

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Pastor Chris Searcy poses for a picture with AUM senior Shaniece McGhee after their interview in the Communication Department office on Sept. 22, 2025. (photo courtesy of Nichlos Cutrell) AUM Audio · Montgomery's Pastor Chris Searcy is interviewed by COMM senior Shaniece McGhee By: Shaniece McGhee Chris Searcy reporting at night against a city skyline backdrop, showcasing his role as a journalist. Before Pastor Chris Searcy stepped in front of a newsroom camera, he never imagined his life going that way. His mind was first set on pursuing a career in politics, and he believed that campaigning would be his…

Sep

17

2025

AUM Spotlight Series: Interview with Angela Pringle

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AUM Audio · AUM Spotlight Interview with Angela Pringle by Nichlos Cutrell In the first episode of the AUM Spotlight series we learn about Angela Pringle, the director of the AUM Resource Center. Pringle speaks about her upbringing, her experiences and her future ambitions.

Aug

27

2025

AUM officially welcomes new students to Warhawk Nation

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Auburn University Montgomery greeted its newest Warhawks last Friday during the university's annual New Student Convocation, where students learned what it means to be a Warhawk. The event started at 9:30 a.m. at the Taylor Center where students were grouped by college, including the College of Sciences, the College of Education, the College of Business, the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, the College of Nursing and Health Sciences and the University College, giving new students an opportunity to mingle with other freshmen and transfer students from their college. At 10 a.m. students lined up for the official convocation…

Aug

20

2025

By Trace Espinosa

New goals, new deadline: AUMnibus kicks off fall semester with workshop for a focused, purposeful semester at the student newspaper

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AUMnibus staff and classmates with Wes Sinor and Jacob Holmes for the AUMnibus Workshop (Photo courtesy of Katherine Irwin). MONTGOMERY, Ala. (Aug. 19, 2025) – The week before fall classes began Auburn University at Montgomery’s student-run newspaper staff gathered for a fall workshop on campus to hear from two seasoned journalists AL.com’s Wes Sinor and Alabama Political Reporter’s Jacob Holmes about navigating the modern news world. Wes Sinor speaking about his experiences at the AUMnibus Workshop (Photo courtesy of Nichlos Cutrell). “I had to become versatile in my work,” said Sinor, who has spent more than a decade at AL.com…

Aug

18

2025

6 ways to stay in the loop about AUM campus events

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Image courtesy of Zen Chung from pexels.com Whether you're a freshman trying to get involved on campus or a junior juggling classes and campus life, staying informed about what's happening at AUM can make a positive difference in your college experience. Here are six easy ways to keep up with events, updates and activities on campus: 1. AUM Events Calendar The AUM Events Calendar is a go-to source for upcoming events, lectures, student activities and more. You can filter events by category, date or audience to find the ones that match your interest. Many include registration links or details if…

Jul

03

2025

By Jordan White

AUM’s CRCV summer seminar wraps up the final year with strong community impact

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AUM faculty, staff and students volunteer at Mercy House for the CRCV Summer Seminar on June 25 (photo courtesy of CRCV Director Lynn Stallings). Auburn University at Montgomery’s Civil Rights and Civic Virtue Society (CRCV) concluded its third and final summer seminar in June, having had a significant impact promoting civic engagement and understanding of civil rights history, said its director. CRCV has successfully engaged the AUM campus by “bringing AUM faculty, staff and students together to learn about the community and its history… Also, finding ways to serve,” said Stallings, who is also the University Honors Program director. The…

Jun

11

2025

By Christa Burns

AUM prepares for an AI-driven future with workshops, an NSF grant and new AI degrees

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Image courtesy of Nahrizul Kadri from unsplash.com Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM) is actively providing artificial intelligence (AI) workshops and courses to better equip students and faculty on how to ethically use AI as a tool in their professional careers. AI is quickly transforming our future and many emotions about this trending technology are sparking both excitement and concern. Many people are eager to understand AI's full potential, while others fear its impact on jobs and careers. Some worry the technology will replace human workers in various industries. At AUM, faculty and professors are working to help the campus navigate…

Feb

24

2025

By Christa Burns

Rainy days and disappointment: AUM’s Homecoming pep rally leaves students unimpressed

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By: Christa Burns MONTGOMERY, Ala.– Auburn University at Montgomery celebrated Homecoming with a peprally that, according to students, was not so peppy. Student affairs sponsored the Homecoming pep rally on Jan. 31 at 2 p.m. in theAthletic Complex. Initially, the rally was supposed to be held on the Quad, but was relocated due to the rain. There were about 25 students in attendance. The AUM Pep Band played a selection ofsongs, including the AUM Fight song. The cheerleaders danced towards the students,encouraging them to dance and sing along. Curtiss, our AUM mascot, alsocelebrated his 13th birthday, which was announced during…

Feb

18

2025

Students relax and destress with goat cuddling on The Quad

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Student holding a goat at the Goat Cuddling event hosted by Student Affairs By: Kate Lindsey-Hunter and Trace Espinosa, AUMnibus staff writers MONTGOMERY, Ala. — As midterms approach, the "Goat Cuddle" event on Feb. 17 was one way for students to comfortably destress by sharing some memories and some fur. Hosted by Auburn University at Montgomery’s (AUM) Student Affairs in collaboration with Sarah Warren, an owner of Goat Yoga Bham, this event provided warm, snuggly friends to our very own campus and any students willing to join. A few goats were the center of students’ attention on The Quad from…

Feb

17

2025

By Cam Harris

AUM opens new $36 million science and technology building after acquiring land from the Department of Public Health

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. — On Friday Feb. 7 AUM Chancellor Carl Stockton gave a speech thanking all the AUM and Auburn University trustees that helped him fulfill the vision of creating a new science and technology building, a project Stockton says he started putting in motion almost a decade ago when he first arrived at AUM. In his speech, Stockton highlighted his desire for the state-of-the-art facility to not only be utilized by AUM students and faculty, but also to help with K-12 STEM instruction and use the facilities to partner with Auburn University to assist in any research they may…

Feb

06

2025

InterVarsity blends creativity, worship and community at AUM

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AUM students fellowship, share the gospel and make art at InterVarsity Christian Fellowship’s Christ and Canvases event in Taylor Center 223 on Jan. 27. By: Kate Lindsey-Hunter MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM) students gathered for painting, snacks and fellowship at InterVarsity Christian Fellowship’s Christ and Canvases event on the evening of Jan. 27. With the theme, “Where creativity meets worship,” the event provided a space for students to express themselves artistically while connecting with fellow believers. Held in Taylor Center 223, Christ and Canvases encouraged students to create meaningful art while engaging in worship. Upon entrance, students…

Jan

31

2025

AUM’s MLK reflections breakfast moved due to winter storm

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1963 Birmingham church bombing survivor speaks at rescheduled breakfast By: Christa Burns, Junior staff writer MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Auburn University at Montgomery reschedules its MartinLuther King Jr. Reflections Breakfast due to inclement weather. The new date and time have yetto be determined. Ice on the roads made it dangerous to drive in the city. The university closed alloperations for the rest of the week. According to WSFA.com, "The Capital City saw a quickburst of snow that dropped around a half inch of snow, but the slushy moisture from that hasfrozen, so travel conditions are bad and getting worse in Montgomery."…

Jan

27

2025

Spoon-Fed Success: The WASC Serves Up Tips for Students Last Wednesday

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Above, Mrs. Chanell Davis, prepares a bowl of soup for a student during the "Soup with Success" event. Students Digest Spring Strategies with Every Spoonful at Campus Kickoff Event By: Trace Espinosa MONTGOMERY, Ala. – They say, “Rome wasn’t built in a day”. It’s an old adage that has stood the test of timepartly because it’s true and classic; however, some say if you look close enough you might seefoundations shape in your own backyard. Last Wednesday, on the second floor of the library tower, the Warhawk AcademicSuccess Center (WASC) laid a cornerstone of its own with the “Soup with…

Dec

09

2024