News

Sep
26
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Opportunity to Join the SGA

Opportunity to Join the SGA

News, University
BY: Cory Donde Every school has some form of Student Government Association, but AUM aims to go above and beyond the call of duty to represent the school and improve the quality of life on campus. If making a difference at our university sounds appealing to you, now is your chance to apply. Applications must be placed soon— they are due by Monday, September 30.  The open positions are as follows: Director of Alumni Affairs, Director of Communications and Media Relations, Director of Community Outreach, Director of Diversity and Multicultural Affairs, and Director of Spirit and Traditions. Senator positions are…
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Sep
25
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Food Truck Fridays

Food Truck Fridays

News
BY: Taniya Frazier For all my food lovers out there, it is time! The Shoppes at Eastchase is currently hosting Food Truck Fridays. On September 14, Eastchase started an awesome lineup of food trucks for several days during the Fall. The events will be held from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.  The event is free for everyone! Come out and bring the whole family. The food trucks will be located near H & M with patio seating. There will be fun law games provided by Lafgamco for entertainment. The menu and food trucks will change each week, so you can…
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Sep
23
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Fall Hair Trends

Fall Hair Trends

News
BY: Molly Gray Though it does not feel like it outside, the fall season is upon us. This means that people will start decorating and getting ready for Halloween and Thanksgiving. It also means for many that they will be getting their fall wardrobe ready. But have you thought about getting your hair ready for fall? I spoke with hair stylist Alex McCord from Framework Hair Salon in Prattville, Ala. about the fall hair trends she often sees this time of the year. McCord said, “The fall hair colors that are the most popular are reds, burgundy, and chocolate brown.”…
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Sep
23
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
AUM Men’s Soccer Beats Georgia Southwestern

AUM Men’s Soccer Beats Georgia Southwestern

News, Sports
BY: Allison Singleterry Auburn University at Montgomery’s men’s soccer team beat Georgia Southwestern State University 4-1. AUM men’s soccer is now on a two game winning streak after beating Florida Southern College 2-1 in Melbourne, Fla. last Sunday. The men’s team’s official record is now 2-3.  The first goal came from the 20th minute of the match -- Arnaud Baron sent a cross in to Phillip Spickenbaum, and he headed it into the back of the net. Only 38 seconds later, Thomas Carlile scored from a pass delivered from Spickenbaum. In the 26th minute, Carlile scored again to put the…
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Sep
21
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
From Our Community to Yours: Montgomery Humane Shelter

From Our Community to Yours: Montgomery Humane Shelter

News, University
BY: Cory Donde If you’re an animal lover and want to give back to the community, join the AUM Housing and Residence Life team on September 27 as they go to the Montgomery Humane Shelter to volunteer. Transportation will be provided, and they will be leaving from The Nest at 9:30 a.m. sharp. Lunch will be provided as well, as this is an all-day event. If you have any questions, contact AUM Housing at 334-244-3296, or email them at housing@aum.edu.
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Sep
20
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Auburn University at Montgomery Presents: Voice of AUM Singing Competition

Auburn University at Montgomery Presents: Voice of AUM Singing Competition

News, University
BY: Randy Dunn For those of you who enjoy singing your hearts out while driving around in the car or while just cleaning up your room on a Saturday, look no further. AUM will be hosting a singing competition.  The rules are very simple:  1. Upload a video that’s longer than 1 minute to YouTube no later than noon on Sept. 27th  2. Register for the contest at www.aum.edu/voiceofaum and provide the YouTube link.  3. Vote for your favorite video to compete in a Top 10 face-off on Tuesday, October 15 from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm in Taylor Center…
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Sep
20
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
AUM Volleyball Taking On Montevallo University

AUM Volleyball Taking On Montevallo University

News, Sports
BY: Randy Dunn The AUM Warhawks return home after being on the road for weeks. The first game back will be against the Montevallo Falcons. This will be the first time the Warhawks and Falcons will see each other this year. In 2017, the Falcons won their two matchups against the Warhawks (3-0) & (3-1), and in 2018 they met once and defeated the Warhawks (3-1). With a hot three-game winning streak, the Warhawks (6-3) plan to get revenge on the Falcons (5-4) and continue their dominance on the court. Be on the lookout for a few players for the…
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Sep
16
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
AlienStock Festival Makes Major Changes

AlienStock Festival Makes Major Changes

News
BY: Allison Singleterry AlienStock is a festival that was originally going to be held in Rachel, Nevada- the closest town to Area 51. The festival is intentionally held around the time and location of the “Storm Area 51” event. Just weeks before the festival was supposed to happen, they switched locations.  AlienStock has now been moved to Las Vegas, Nevada. There was a “lack of infrastructure, planning, and risk management, along with concerns raised for the safety of the expected 10,000+ attendees.” There is no longer any affiliation between Rachel, Nevada and AlienStock.  AlienStock is joining the Area 51 Celebration…
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Sep
16
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

News, Opinion
BY: Molly Gray Did you know that September 15 through October 15 is Hispanic Heritage Month? There is a large chance that you did not. However, we need to remember that this is an opportunity to celebrate the Hispanic community for all the contributions they have made to the United States. According to Brannon Barragán, Spanish professor at Auburn University at Montgomery, Hispanic Heritage Month “shines a light on the social and cultural contributions that Latinos have made and continue to make, which ultimately makes us a stronger more unified nation.” As we see the importance of celebrating, it is…
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Sep
16
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Hurricane Dorian

Hurricane Dorian

News
Developing from a tropical wave in the Atlantic Ocean on August 24 to a Category 5 hurricane on September 1, Hurricane Dorian devastated several islands and the U.S. East Coast for over a week. The current confirmed death total is at 50 with an estimated 1,300 people still unaccounted for. The hurricane reached the Bahamas right after reaching Category 5 and tore through the archipelago for two days before subsiding to a Category 2 hurricane and hitting the eastern coast of Florida. Luckily, Floridians were very receptive to the call to evacuate.  While still a tropical storm, Dorian affected several…
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Sep
16
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Create Your Own Vision Board

Create Your Own Vision Board

News
Are you still having trouble visualizing what you want your future to look like? Come create a vision board! On Tuesday, September 24 from 12-2 P.M. in Taylor Center room 222, there will be a Create Your Own Vision Board event where you can be inspired to clarify what you want your goals to be and what direction you want to lead your life in while in college and after graduation. You will be able to choose your own images to inspire yourself to move forward and focus on what’s important in life. The event is sponsored by the Counseling…
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Sep
11
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Lady Warhawks Making History

Lady Warhawks Making History

News, Sports
BY: Daaiyah Latham Women’s soccer season is here for AUM Athletics. The now NCAA D-II team has kicked off their first game with a school-record on this past Thursday against Clayton State University Lakers.  The women's soccer team includes head coach, Tafadzwa Ziyenge, 13 previous team players, and 13 new team members. The Orange and Black team finished the 2018 year off with a promising future. With the help of seniors Prater, Singleterry, Mendez, and Slaughter, the women’s soccer team members are upping their game for a better record than the 2019 season. Mendez had an outstanding year in 2019-she…
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Sep
11
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
River Region Prayer Walk

River Region Prayer Walk

News
BY: Allison Stewart Looking for a way to join hands with the community? Come participate in the 8th annual River Region Prayer Walk! It is on Saturday, Oct. 5, at 8:30 a.m. at the Union Station Train Shed in Montgomery, AL. This free event is hosted by Beauty and Fire Ministries and One United Reaching (OUR) Montgomery. The River Region Prayer Walk began in 2012 to provide spiritual community involvement. The mission is to unite citizens through prayer for government officials, community leaders, education, the military, religious groups, businesses, and community individuals.  This year, the walk will begin at the…
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Sep
11
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Auburn University at Montgomery- Fall 2019 Intramurals

Auburn University at Montgomery- Fall 2019 Intramurals

News, Sports
BY: Randy Dunn When it comes to diversity the game of sports brings everyone together no matter their height, weight, or skin color. AUM is having their yearly Fall Intramural season coming up, and these sports will be available:  Volleyball season starts Sept. 3rd and will end Oct. 11th.  Flag football season will kick off Sept. 8th and will end Dec. 1st. With college football and the NFL season right around the corner, this should be a great turn out with our student body. Frisbee golf registration runs through Sept. 17th, and the season will run from Sept. 18th through…
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Sep
11
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
AUM Volleyball Introduction

AUM Volleyball Introduction

News, Sports
BY: Brandon Barker The third season of AUM’s volleyball team was officially kicked off this weekend. Big changes have happened for the program this year and it’s important to get off to a great start. The volleyball team won their first game of the season. There was a massive division switch for the Warhawks, a couple of coaching changes, and a bunch of new players added to the roster.  The Warhawks have recently been granted full NCAA Division 2 membership. This was a long process that started for the Warhawks a couple of years ago. AUM is one of four…
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Sep
11
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Learn a Beneficial Foreign Language

Learn a Beneficial Foreign Language

News
BY: Tameesha Matthews Montgomery community? Well, look no further than Alabama-Korea Education and Economic Partnership’s (A-KEEP) annual Community KSL Class. A-KEEP’s Community KSL, or Korean as a Second Language, class is the perfect opportunity for non- Korean speakers and beginner Korean speakers to learn fundamental skills to build a solid foundation in speaking the Korean language. These classes are taught by native Koreans and advanced Korean language learners. This year’s classes will be held every Tuesday from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the LEAD Academy building beginning October 1. The class is $130 per student. This price includes a…
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Sep
09
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Student-Athlete/ Faculty-Staff Meet and Greet

Student-Athlete/ Faculty-Staff Meet and Greet

News, University
BY: Allison Singleterry Auburn University at Montgomery’s athletic department will host a meet and greet for the Student Athletic Advisory Committee (SAAC), coaches, and other athletic staff to meet the rest of the university’s staff. The SAAC representatives serve as the liaison between their sport and the rest of athletics as well as other organizations on campus. SAAC is constantly looking for opportunities to connect with other organizations and staff on campus. This event was created to help athletics stay engaged with academics and any other faculty and staff.  This event will take place in the hospitality room in the…
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Sep
09
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Splish, Splash!

Splish, Splash!

News
The first event for the Workplace/Warhawk Challenge is Splish Splash: Makin' Waves. Slip and Slide your way into a fun-filled Fall Semester on a 24-ft water slide while also enjoying some games of Intramural Flag Football! Grab your swimsuits and your fellow Warhawks and get ready to make a SPLASH! Food, fun, and music will be provided! This event will take place Sunday, September 15, 2019 beginning at 3:00pm on the AUM Intramural Fields. 
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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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