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Nov

08

2018

Hot Topic Café Series Has Final Meeting for Fall 2018 Semester

Campus, News

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…

Nov

08

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

International Education Week at AUM

Campus, News

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…

Nov

06

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

AUM Shriek Week

Campus, News

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…

Oct

23

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

Spectrum at AUM

Campus, News, University

BY: Emily Mann One of the most controversial topics in the country is the LGBTQ community. Some support it and others object. Coming to terms with one’s sexual identity takes a toll on an individual’s mind. When young adults enter college, it can be difficult to find a sense of belonging and acceptance. Four in ten teens to young adults identify their living community to be unaccepting of the LGBTQ community. Feeling unaccepted in an area of residence can lead to a feeling of unacceptance on a college campus. It can lead students to easily feel lost. Research concludes that…

Oct

05

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

Female Voices in Theatre

Arts, Campus, Editorials, Theatre AUM, University

BY: Olivia Crutchfield Theatre AUM’s first production of the 2018-2019 season is in full swing, and like previous years it’s being kicked off with a showcase. The showcases are a compilation of scenes and monologues from various plays all regarding a certain theme. This years’ showcase is showcasing monologues and scenes all written by women; Female Voices. The underrepresentation of women is evident in many industries, and unfortunately theatre is an industry where women have also been forgotten or completely misrepresented in works. Studies and numbers can clearly show how great the gap is between men and women. Although these…

Oct

04

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

AUM Hosts First Hot Topics Café Event of the Semester

Campus, News

Montgomery, AL - Sept. 26, 2018- Last night AUM’s Housing and Residence Life kicked off the semester with their first meeting of the famous Hot Topics Café series. Last night’s topic was: Legalize it? Students gathered to speak on various issues such as marijuana, immigration, guns etc. and whether they believed they should or shouldn’t be legal. The event was held at The Landing in The Nest. AUM has been hosting this series for about five years now and the moderator of the event, Christin LeJeune, says that they intentionally pick hot topics to speak about so that students may…

Sep

25

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

AUMFEST 2018

Campus, News, University

AUMfest is a university tradition that was started many years ago with the intention of being a fun all day event during the fall. In previous years AUMfest was planned to be a fall festival, but this year's theme is a Luau. AUMfest will be Sept. 26, 2018, from 7-10 p.m. The intended audience for this event is the student body. The goal of this event is to engage new students, continuing and transfer students through fun activities and so that they can gain exposure to The Campus Activities Board (CAB). Hopefully after attending this event students will be open…

Apr

24

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

Professors ‘N Pajamas Spring 2018

Campus, News, University

The Housing and Residence Life at Auburn University at Montgomery will host their annual end of the semester event, professors and pajamas. Professors and pajamas is an evening study session held before finals. Students are invited to bring their books, wear their pajamas, and enjoy a night of food, fun, prizes and test preparation. Professors are on hand to lend additional support in their respective areas of study. The event will be April 25th, 2018 from 8-11 PM inside the Taylor Center rooms 221-223 and 230. The dress attire is comfortable, casual and pajamas are welcomed. This event is free…

Apr

24

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

Campus Activities Board to Host Escape Room

Campus, News, University

The Campus Activities Board at Auburn University at Montgomery will have the Escape Room come to campus which is the last big event CAB is sponsoring for the Spring 2018 semester. CAB is bringing the breakout escape room to campus as a cool event for spring fest that will be a mysterious afternoon for students. The event will be April 25th in the Taylor Center room 230 from 12 pm - 2 pm. The target audience is the student body. There is no specific attire, individuals are encouraged to come as they are. This is a free event for students.…

Apr

24

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

“Measure for Measure” Shows Theater Excellence

Arts, Campus, Theatre AUM

Guest starring Neil David Seibel and Sarah Walker Thornton of the Actors’ Equity Association, Michael Winkelman’s production of Measure for Measure tells the story of Isabella, a chaste, young woman and devoted sister aspiring to become a nun, and Angelo, a hypocritical, unmerciful deputy of the law. We are introduced to our characters and the town of Vienna—rife with debauchery—by Duke Vincentio (David Wilson), who has decided to pose as a friar to learn what the townsfolk really think of him. In his absence, he leaves Angelo (Neil David Seibel) to enforce the law, and Angelo’s first act is to…

Apr

18

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

NSLS to Host Bake Sale for Autism Awareness

Campus, News, University

The National Society for Leadership and Success chapter at Auburn University at Montgomery will be having an Autism Awareness tabling accompanied by a bake sale. The NSLS chapter at AUM bake sale will be Thursday, April 19th, 2018 in front of Goodwyn Hall in the breezeway. The purpose of this awareness table is to provide valuable information to the student body about autism awareness in a way that is creative and interesting. The NSLS will also have a bake sale, the money will go towards assisting the chapter with future philanthropy projects. The target audience is the student body, faulty,…

Apr

16

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

Curtiss Mascot Tryouts

Campus, News, University

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a mascot? AUM is holding mascot tryouts for the 2018-19 school year. Tryouts will be held April 17th in the AUM Gymnasium. Curtiss the Warhawk is known as the AUM mascot. Multiple mascot positions are available for the upcoming school year. Students can also tryout for the mascot committee. There are requirements for the mascot position. Students must have a GPA of at least a 2.5, and they must also have a flexible school schedule. Bring a printed copy of your fall schedule to tryouts, so the committee can…

Apr

16

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

Political Film Series to Celebrate Earth Day

Campus, News, University

Award-winning sequel to An Inconvenient Truth, An Inconvenient Sequel: Truth to Power shows just how close we are to an energy revolution and raises awareness on climate change. Following former Vice President Al Gore, the documentary shows efforts to invest in renewable energy leading up to the Paris Climate Agreement – and the potential repercussions of the U.S. recently leaving it. According to New York Times, “An Inconvenient Sequel: Truth to Power is a reboot that justifies its existence … [It] delves deeper into the arcane details of compromise than its predecessor, with scenes of Mr. Gore working to find…

Apr

11

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

Durr Lecture Series to Show Documentary

Campus, News, University

In conjunction with the Auburn University at Montgomery Durr Lecture Series, a showing of the documentary The Durrs of Montgomery will be shown at AUM on Friday, April 13th at 7 p.m. in Goodwyn Hall 109. Following the film, Dr. Patricia Sullivan, a historian at the University of South Carolina and Lulah Colan, one of The Durr’s daughters, will lead panel discussions. Other friends and family of the Durrs will attened. According to Dr. Silvia Giagnoni, communications professor at AUM, Clifford and Virigina Durrs were heavily involved in civil rights movements in the 1930s and “were pivotal in supporting many actions in Montgomery”…

Apr

02

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

AUM Diversity Week To Include All Students

Campus, News, University

The Office of Diversity and Inclusion is hosting Diversity Week 2018! AUM is a campus committed to making sure everyone is included and able to experience diversity. Throughout Diversity Week there will be events on campus to help promote new cultural experiences. On Tuesday, April 3 from noon to 1 p.m. in the Goodwyn Hall Breezeway, students, faculty and staff can have a taste of sweets from around the world while learning about the cultures they come from at “Sweet” Diversity. Dance Around the World on Wednesday, April 4 from 6 to 8 p.m. in Warhawk Alley will feature dances…

Apr

02

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

Town Hall Meeting About Athletics Fee Raises Greater Student Concerns About Communication

Campus, News, University

After a recent town hall meeting conducted by the Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM) Student Government Association (SGA) and AUM Athletics Department, held on Tues., Feb. 13, 2018 at 5 p.m. in Warhawk Alley, greater student concerns were raised about the efficiency and effectiveness of communication to AUM audiences, including undergraduate students. Students initially expressed concerns at the first impromptu town hall meeting about the athletics fee held by SGA without athletics representation on Tues. Jan. 30 at 6 p.m. in Warhawk Alley. AUM Athletic Director Jessie Rosa said that after the initial senate meeting held on Mon. Jan. 29…

Mar

30

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

‘Stone Soup Project’ Fending Off Hunger

Campus, News, University

A few years ago, a group of University Honors Program students conducted a survey that found that over one-third of AUM students experience food insecurity. To help address this issue, the honors students created a food pantry. The food pantry, which is student-led, is open to all AUM students. It is located on the third floor of the Taylor Center, just past the Counseling Center, and is open every Monday and Tuesday from 1–4 p.m. No personal information is taken so that students can remain anonymous and it costs nothing for the students. Because the food pantry is funded entirely…

Mar

25

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

SGA Executive Candidate Bios

Campus, News, University

SGA Executive Candidate Bios: Jasmine Powell- SGA President Candidate My name is Jasmine Powell and I am from Georgiana, Alabama. I am currently a senior majoring in Education here at Auburn University at Montgomery. I am extremely excited about announcing my candidacy to become your 2018-2019 SGA President of Auburn University at Montgomery. I will be running my campaign on bridging the GAP between faculty and students ONE department at time and establishing better transparency, communication, and tradition back on our campus. I am currently a part of S.W.O.T, Peer Advocates, and SGA. I am running for SGA President simply…

Mar

20

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

Hot Topics Café to Host #MeToo Forum

Campus, News, University

Hot Topics Café is Housing’s monthly open discussion forum. The #MeToo movement has been a prevalent topic on social media and in the news, and this is your chance to weigh in! The big question being asked: has the movement been taken too far or is this an appropriate response? Also, how have Hollywood women really been leaders in this movement? Housing will not only be talking about #MeToo and sexual harassment but also what feminism means, equal pay, and other women’s struggles. The event is open to all AUM students and will be held March 21 at 7 p.m.…

Mar

07

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

Political Film Series Honors International Women’s Day

Campus, News, Opinion

March is Women’s History Month and the Political Film Series is presenting both the trials and the accomplishments of women with a showing of the 2015 film Suffragette, introduced by Dr. Elizabeth Woodworth. This historical drama recreates the feminist movement in 1912 London, England. Despite not receiving the right to vote until 1928, the film depicts the leaders of the movement such as Maud Watts (Carey Mulligan) as they struggle with poor work conditions, low pay and sexual harassment. According to the New York Times, “It shows the limits of solidarity even when the sympathetic ties of family or class…