News

Apr
02
2018
By Aumnibus Staff
Town Hall Meeting About Athletics Fee Raises Greater Student Concerns About Communication

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…
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Mar
30
2018
By Aumnibus Staff
‘Stone Soup Project’ Fending Off Hunger

‘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…
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Mar
25
2018
By Aumnibus Staff
SGA Executive Candidate Bios

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…
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Mar
20
2018
By Aumnibus Staff
Hot Topics Café to Host #MeToo Forum

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.…
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Mar
19
2018
By Aumnibus Staff
AUM to Host Hap Arnold Lecture Program

AUM to Host Hap Arnold Lecture Program

News, University
OutReach at Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM) and the Air War College at Maxwell Air Force Base (AFB) are hosting the the annual Hap Arnold Lecture Program on Tues., March 20, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. in Taylor Center 222 at AUM. AUM and the Air War College are patterning to create and strengthen relationships between Maxwell AFB and the greater River Region community leaders. This partnership seeks to broaden the public’s understanding of the military, the challenges military leaders face and to personally connect with leaders. Four Air War College students will be presenting on the theme of Leading…
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Mar
11
2018
By Aumnibus Staff
Safety Tips for Spring Break

Safety Tips for Spring Break

News, Opinion
Spring break is that one week a year where most college aged students rush to a beach, a ski lodge, or even somewhere over seas. With AUM’s spring break right around the corner, it is essential to add these tips and reminders to your packing list: First, staying safe during spring break or any other vacation starts before you even leave the driveway. If you are traveling by car to your spring break location, keep these tips in mind. If possible, you should switch out drivers to avoid someone falling asleep at the wheel. The person sitting in the passenger…
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Mar
07
2018
By Aumnibus Staff
Political Film Series Honors International Women’s Day

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…
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Mar
07
2018
By Aumnibus Staff
AUM to Host Special Olympics Basketball Tournament

AUM to Host Special Olympics Basketball Tournament

News, Sports, University
The Auburn University at Montgomery Department of Athletics is hosting the 2018 Special Olympics Alabama State Basketball Tournament this Friday, March 9 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Students, staff and faculty are encouraged to come watch the tournament at their own pace any time during the event to support children and adults with intellectual disabilities from our very own Alabama community. According to Special Olympics Alabama, Inc., the Special Olympics provides “…year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectually disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate…
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Mar
01
2018
By Aumnibus Staff
SGA Applications for 2018-2019 Academic Year Now Open

SGA Applications for 2018-2019 Academic Year Now Open

Campus, News, University
The Auburn University at Montgomery Student Government Association is now accepting applications for the 2018-2019 academic year until March 7 at 12 p.m. Applications for the executive, legislative and judicial branch are now open for students who are interested in being an SGA member for the 2018-2019 academic year. The executive branch is composed of the President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary, Chief Justice, Chief of Staff and Deputy Chief of Staff. You must have been an active member of the Student Government Association for the 2017-2018 academic year to qualify for these positions. Positions for the legislative branch include three…
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Mar
01
2018
By Aumnibus Staff
March Updates from SGA President Christian Crawford

March Updates from SGA President Christian Crawford

Campus, News, University
In January and February of 2018, the Student Government Association (SGA) worked diligently to communicate and meet the needs of the student body. We received the highest level of student participation and engagement in years. We had over 50 students attends our SGA Senate meeting on January 29th, 2018, and we had over 30 students attend our town hall meeting the next day. As SGA President, I am proud that SGA had an opportunity to facilitate the conversation and communicate the needs, desires, and goals of the student body. We have done something that has not been done in years.…
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Mar
01
2018
By Aumnibus Staff
Goodwyn Gallery To Host Solo Exhibition

Goodwyn Gallery To Host Solo Exhibition

Arts, Campus, News, University
Don’t forget to check out Annie B. Campbell’s solo exhibition “Extracted” in Goodwyn Gallery! The exhibit will be on display until March 23 and was featured at this year’s Southern Studies Conference. With a focus in ceramics, Campbell’s works range from wall mounted to installations to freestanding pieces. The pieces represent the natural environment as she addresses the effects of extraction of fossil fuels and forestry. “My work investigates environmental destruction and our relationship to its effects, both physical and psychological,” Campbell states on her gallery webpage. “My aim is to simultaneously exemplify the innate connection between humans and the…
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Feb
22
2018
By Aumnibus Staff
Curtiss Celebrates Fifth Birthday

Curtiss Celebrates Fifth Birthday

Campus, News, University
Our favorite bird has turned five this year! February 22nd 2018 Curtiss celebrated his birthday with his closest friends at the final Women’s and Men’s basketball games. With cupcakes, prizes, and photo fun Curtiss rang in his fifth year in flight on AUM’s campus. Curtiss the Warhawk was named after the Curtiss P-40 fighter jet stemming from Montgomery’s rich military history. Curtiss and his family engage in on campus events as well as diving into the community to soar through events. If you or your organization would like to request Curtiss for an event you can request his through the…
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Feb
22
2018
By Aumnibus Staff
AUM Students Participate in Higher Ed Day 2018

AUM Students Participate in Higher Ed Day 2018

News, University
It’s a warm mid morning in downtown Montgomery where hundreds of college students from around the state gather to march to the state house for Higher Ed day.  In an effort to speak up about the price of college and the rises in tuition. With a university degree comes a big price tag. This annual event allows student’s voices, thoughts and opinions be heard. With bands playing, the crowd chanting and a unifying power of speech college students completed the march and gathered to watch Student Government officials all sign their names on a poster for the event. “Higher Education…
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Feb
15
2018
By Aumnibus Staff
Theatre AUM Now Showing “Weightless”

Theatre AUM Now Showing “Weightless”

Arts, Campus, News, Theatre AUM, University
Auburn University Montgomery’s theater is producing a brand-new play called “Weightless.” This will be the very first time the script is being produced. It was written by Meghan Reimers. She is currently pursuing her Master of Fine Arts degree as a member of the playwright’s lab at Hollins University in Roanoke, Virginia. “Weightless” is a fantastical and magical play that centers around a young boy named Caleb, a young woman named Lucie, Lucie’s overprotective mother, Marie, and her plotting aunt, Julie. The play exists in a world of magic. Lucie is cursed with no gravity and is bound to a…
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Feb
10
2018
By Aumnibus Staff
Theatre AUM’s Big (Top) Performance at KCACTF

Theatre AUM’s Big (Top) Performance at KCACTF

Arts, Campus, News, Theatre AUM, University
On February 8th, Theatre AUM went to Americus, Georgia to perform their production of Woyzeck at the Rylander Theatre as one of five productions in Region 4 chosen to attend the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival. All of the 23 cast and crew members attended KCACTF. The cast included: Kodi Robertson- Woyzeck, Brittany Vallely- Marie, Faith Roberts- Margaret, Jonathan Meinsler- Showman, Brandon Baggin- Captain, Antonio George- Drum Major, Amy May- Sargent, Kate Saylor- Doctor, Chris Mascia- Andres, Kiersten Mattox- Zirkus, Tara Fenn- Gypsy, and Kaylee Baker- Child. Kodi, Brittany and Kate were also chosen to audition for the prestigious…
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Jan
16
2018
By Aumnibus Staff
AUM Online Programs Ranked Among the Best by U.S. News & World Report

AUM Online Programs Ranked Among the Best by U.S. News & World Report

News, University
U.S. News & World Report today recognized Auburn University at Montgomery’s online degree offerings among the best in the country. The new rankings edition includes nearly 1,500 distance education degree programs, with AUM earning a slot among the 2018 Best Online Bachelor’s Programs (#210) and among the discipline-specific ranking of online graduate degrees in Education (#168). AUM offers 25 online degrees and programs. “These programs represent the university’s growing online offerings to serve distance learners and help working students access Auburn University at Montgomery’s world-class education through a platform that is convenient and affordable,” said AUM Chancellor Carl A. Stockton. “AUM’s faculty…
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Dec
11
2017
By Aumnibus Staff
“Locked Up” for a Muscular Dystrophy Fundraiser

“Locked Up” for a Muscular Dystrophy Fundraiser

News, Opinion, University
It’s not every day the Director of Student Involvement and Leadership gets locked up. On November 16, Joel Hughes was placed “under arrest” in a campaign to raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Muscular Dystrophy is a group of diseases that cause a loss of muscle mass and progressively weakens the muscle. The whole purpose of this specific campaign was to raise money to help small children who can’t afford to go to camp for children with Muscular Dystrophy be able to attend and get an experience that could be life changing. “Think about the season, what is the…
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