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Nov
08
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Student Spotlight: Air Force ROTC with Savannah Cowart & Derek Paul

Student Spotlight: Air Force ROTC with Savannah Cowart & Derek Paul

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BY: Allison Stewart With Veteran’s Day just around the corner, it is important to reflect on our nation’s military.  Dedicating their lives to ensure our safety and freedom, our veterans protect the livelihoods that Americans tend to take for granted. This upcoming Veteran’s Day, make it a priority to reach out to those who have served our country and say, “Thank you!” Simple gratitude holds great power.   As we thank our military, it is also important to reach out to those who are currently serving or are preparing to do so. At AUM, there are two ROTC programs: Army Reserve…
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Oct
31
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
AUM’s Mid- Autumn Festival

AUM’s Mid- Autumn Festival

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BY: Kaleria Jackson The Office of Global Initiatives hosted a Mid- Autumn Festival this October on the Quad. The festival included different offices from all over campus that came out to participate in the festivities. The offices had multiple tables set up across the Quad, with each table having different activities or goodies. As students came out to the event, you could see how excited they were to see the festival going on. I was able to go around to each table to glance at what each office decided to do at the festival. The students had the chance to…
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Oct
31
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
AUM Clubs and Organizations on Campus

AUM Clubs and Organizations on Campus

Campus, Opinion, , , , , , ,
BY: Brandon Barker There are many campuses around the country that have clubs and organizations. These clubs are a part of the campus lifestyle or college experience. They give you an outlet to express yourself like you were not able to in high school, and you are more likely to meet  individuals like yourself. If you want to join in on the fun, AUM has loads of campus clubs and organizations that you can join today.  There are many clubs on campus to attract everyone on campus. Some of them even align with the majors that AUM offers. For example,…
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Oct
29
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Come Out and Celebrate Halloween!

Come Out and Celebrate Halloween!

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BY: Daaiyah Latham For this year’s Shriek Week, Auburn University at Montgomery's Campus Activities Board is throwing a costume party on Halloween night from 7-10 p.m. in Taylor Center 230. This party will give students a chance to enjoy the holidays and show off their Halloween costumes. This party will also give students a break from school before finals, and it will give everyone time to mingle and enjoy music.  Everyone loves prizes, especially college students! CAB will be hosting a costume contest. Students can come out and enter the contest for a chance to win "Best Costume of the…
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Oct
27
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Shriek Week Flashback

Shriek Week Flashback

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BY: Taniya Frazier It’s spooky season! Shriek Week is an AUM tradition as old as time. Each October, the Campus Activities Board hosts a week of events for a spook-tastic Shriek Week. As Shriek Week approaches, I’m excited to see what’s in store and how far it’s come since 2015. It’s time for a blast from the past.  Shriek Week is an unforgettable experience! Students and faculty/staff are all welcome to enjoy the festivities of the week. The whole campus gets involved in one way or another. Since 2015, there have been different activities that range from terrifying to non-scary.…
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Oct
27
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Shriek Week 2019

Shriek Week 2019

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BY: Taniya Frazier Everyone grab your favorite running shoes and hold on, because Shriek Week is coming for us! Each October, AUM comes together to put on a thrilling show. All clubs, organizations, and departments gather and collaborate for Halloween-themed events and activities. Our school colors are black and orange, so it’s only right that we take Halloween to the next level.  Patrick Wilson is the current Director of Campus Activities Board. Patrick and his executive members plan all of the activities for the week while sometimes collaborating with different departments and organizations. “Shriek Week is important because it’s our…
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Oct
23
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Shot by AUMLive

Shot by AUMLive

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BY: Tameesha Matthews If you are currently preparing for your professional career and creating important documents and profiles, like your resume and Linked In profile, then you may need a professional photo. Professional photos can also be used for things like press releases and features in company brochures or organizational brochures to tell your story or describe your position within the organization. Auburn University at Montgomery’s Communication Club, AUMLive, will be hosting their photoshoot event, Shot by AUMLive, to give all AUM students an opportunity to pose for up to three professional photos. Students can choose from a combination of…
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Oct
16
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
AUM University Honors Program Hosts Annual Masquerade Ball

AUM University Honors Program Hosts Annual Masquerade Ball

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BY: Allison Stewart Looking for something fun to do on campus? Look no further! On Oct. 25, 2019, the AUM University Honors Program will host their annual masquerade ball. All students are invited to attend. From 6-10 p.m. in Taylor Center 231, Warhawks can enjoy this Clue-themed night. Students are asked to bring nonperishable food items to gain entrance into the ball. All donations collected directly support the UHP food pantry.  Formal attire is required—long dresses and jackets are preferred. Attendees will enjoy catered poppyseed chicken and rice from King’s Table. A variety of sides, desserts and drinks will be…
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Oct
14
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Counseling and Health Promotion Services​ Mindfulness Event

Counseling and Health Promotion Services​ Mindfulness Event

Campus, News
BY: Morgan Thayer Do you find yourself stressed out during this time of the year? AUM’s Counseling and Health Promotion Services is here to help you find out exactly how stressed you are. On October 22 at 11:00 a.m. on the quad you will be able to find out your stress level and participate in activities to help reduce your stress. There will be frisbee Tic-Tac-Toe, soccer drills, corn hole, yoga, mindfulness meditations, and music. This event is promoted by Counseling and Health Promotion Services, Student Government Association, Student Involvement and Leadership, and Wellness Center.
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Oct
09
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Campus, News
BY: Allison Singleterry The month of October isn’t only known for Halloween — it’s a month that also brings awareness to breast cancer.This month is also a great time for people to gain a better understanding of what breast cancer truly is and help those who may be walking through that disease.  During the month of October, breast cancer events and campaigns are ramped up an extra notch. One of the easiest ways to help raise awareness is by simply wearing pink, but there are other ways to engage during the month.  There are plenty of local and on-campus events…
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Oct
01
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Hazing Prevention

Hazing Prevention

Campus
BY: Morgan Thayer This past week marked National Hazing Prevention Week. This week prompts universities across the country to speak up against hazing by hosting different events, tables or workshops. Here on our campus, several of our Greek organizations held guest speakers, interactive tabling and training on how to prevent hazing and why it is important to know the signs of hazing.  AUM has a strict Anti-Hazing Policy, which can be located in the Student Handbook (page 31). Hazing is defined as any action taken or situation created intentionally, whether on or off campus, to produce mental or physical discomfort,…
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Sep
09
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
What is Panhellenic?

What is Panhellenic?

Campus
BY: Morgan Thayer You see them in front of Goodwyn Hall every day asking if you are interested in going through recruitment, but have you ever wondered what exactly they are talking about?  Recruitment is a process in which undergraduate women join a sorority. It is a procedure that includes a number of themed rounds in which potential new members learn about the things that make up a sorority.  We have three chapters on campus; Alpha Gamma Delta, Delta Zeta, and Zeta Tau Alpha. These chapters create a community built upon the leadership, involvement, benevolence, and high academic standards held…
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Sep
09
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Talons Dance Team

Talons Dance Team

Campus
BY: Kaleria Jackson The AUM Talons have twirled their way on to our campus. The Talons Dance Team has been active on Auburn University at Montgomery’s campus for the past four years. The Talons’ dance style has a combination of jazz, hip-hop, majorette, and lyrical dancing. With many of the girls on the team acquiring different skills and styles, they plan on bringing something new and creative to AUM to promote school spirit. Raven Tolbert, an executive member of the Talons, says their goal is to get the AUM community engaged through the art of dance. The Talons will be…
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Apr
11
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Should You Join the AUM Alumni Association?

Should You Join the AUM Alumni Association?

Campus, Editorials
BY: Kory Hobbs With the end of the semester rapidly approaching, many graduating seniors are going to face a lot of questions. One question might be: Should I join the AUM Alumni Association? We all know some people that have, maybe parents or friends of the family who say they believe it was a good choice. We also know others who could care less and just go on about their lives after college, having little to no contact with their alma mater. Let’s run down some reasons why one might choose to join the AUM Alumni Association. For starters, there…
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Apr
11
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Theatre AUM Guild Fundraiser Event: Open Mic Night

Theatre AUM Guild Fundraiser Event: Open Mic Night

Campus, News, Theatre AUM
BY: Brittany Vallely Theatre AUM Guild’s (TAG) Open Mic Night is the chance to show off your skills or support your local artists! This is a public event where people are invited to showcase any kind of talent- dancers, singers, poets, comedians, and actors are all welcome to show what they've got. TAG will be bringing their own speakers and microphones in order for you to have all the sound equipment you need. Tony George, TAG president, explained that all funds will be going towards TAG to promote theatre and theatre events at AUM. “The event helps with expenses such…
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Apr
09
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
2019 Political Film Series Produces “Women in Gold”

2019 Political Film Series Produces “Women in Gold”

Campus, News
BY: Brittany Vallely MONTGOMERY, Ala.- If you are a fan of historic films and free food then this is the event for you. AUM’s College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences is giving the public the opportunity to watch the screening of “Women in Gold,” and will serve as part of the Holocaust Memorial Day feature.   According to the AUM website, the screening is based on a true story about Maria Altman (played by Helen Mirren) and her nephew (played by Ryan Reynolds). Altman seeks to regain a portrait of her aunt- the painting is important because Altman is…
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Mar
28
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
AUM’s Earth Companions Organization Petitions the Café for Reusable Materials

AUM’s Earth Companions Organization Petitions the Café for Reusable Materials

Campus, News
BY: Brittany Vallely The anti-plastic straw movement has become a social media phenomenon for when people order drinks at restaurants, but the AUM’s Earth Companions Organization (ECO) is taking a step further to help the environment on campus. ECO has created a petition to advocate that the AUM café should use reusable trays and is inviting everyone to contribute. Kate Saylor, a junior, says AUM ECO was founded in January 2019 in an Honors Program class under the direction of Keith Kawczynski. “We were tasked with developing a project that would make a difference in the community. As environmentally conscious…
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Mar
05
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Club and Organization Spotlight: NAACP

Club and Organization Spotlight: NAACP

Campus
BY: Taniya Frazier On AUM’s campus, we have over 60+ clubs and organizations. There is always some type of activity or event going on. This week, I want to shed light on an organization’s achievement. The National Association of the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) organization on campus has been recognized for their successful progression. The Auburn Montgomery Chapter of NAACP has recently received an award for the ‘Most Improved Chapter’ from the “Alabama Youth & College Division of the NAACP” at the 66th Annual State Convention. The chapter, here on campus, currently has approximately 82 members! Since their reactivation…
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Mar
05
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Does AUM Need New Clubs?

Does AUM Need New Clubs?

Campus
BY: Ambria Davis There are over 50 organizations and clubs on this campus, however some AUM students feel there should be more organizations and clubs that help the community more. Being in a club or organization helps students make new friends and work as a team to achieve goals and most of all, have fun. With all the organizations and clubs on campus, many of AUM’s students believe there should be a few new clubs added to the list. This could be two potential new clubs such as a mentoring program for middle and high school students and moral welfare…
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Nov
28
2018
By Aumnibus Staff
Actor Spotlight: Kodi Robertson

Actor Spotlight: Kodi Robertson

Campus, Opinion, Theatre AUM
BY: Olivia Crutchfield The thing you become passionate about over the course of your life may have been something you never would have thought in a million years would soon be a part of who you are as a person. With the help of encouraging parents and the universe placing you exactly where you need to be at that moment, you can be surprised as to how your path changes instantly. Kodi Robertson is no stranger to the stage or entertaining people. For Robertson, acting and theatre was his way out of a predictable future. Robertson not only realizes how…
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