University Archives - Page 2 of 18

Mar

06

2023

Warhawk Academic Success Center to host “Turn Lemons into Lemonade”

News, University

MONTGOMERY, Alabama (March 6, 2023) - The Warhawk Academic Success Center (WASC) is hosting an information meeting, "Turn Lemons into Lemonade," on March 8th from 12:15 p.m.-12:45 p.m. at Taylor Center 230 on the Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM) campus. The presenter for this event will be Ar'Shundra Hampton. The meeting is intended for students who did not perform as well as they had hoped during the Fall semester. The WASC advisors are professional staff members who can help provide guidance through a process that helps students identify a plan to increase their academic success. A primary goal of Student…

Dec

01

2022

By Cameron Grant

Resources for Students staying on Campus over Christmas Break

Opinion, University

By: Sierra Hall The fall semester is coming to a close which means two things: finals and Christmas break. ‘Tis the season for colder weather, movie marathons and hot chocolate. But with those two things, some students may not be heading home. Although we cannot create a full home experience, AUM is dedicated to having resources to create a comfortable experience for students who are on campus during winter break. With the dropping temperatures come runny noses and sniffles. Warhawk Health Services has you covered if you are an AUM undergraduate or graduate student who needs healthcare over Christmas break.…

Dec

01

2022

By Cameron Grant

5 things-to-do before leaving for Winter Break

Opinion, University

By: Sierra Hall With finals, Christmas break, and trips to family fast approaching here are a few things to consider before abandoning your dorm. Dorms are our home away from home. Coming back for Spring Semester will be much easier if you do these 5 things! 1. Do your laundry and purge all the clothes you do not need. - It’s easy to do laundry and toss it on a chair and not think twice. Sometimes it’s even easier to toss any of the laundry (dirty or clean) into a chair and not think about it. But you’ll be happier…

Dec

01

2022

By Cameron Grant

Finals Week: Four Study tips to help you survive finals

Opinion, University

By: Dalton Kimbro As Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM) students return from Thanksgiving break, classes wind down and the dreaded finals week is upon us. Finals week is a stressful time for students all across campus, from first-semester freshmen trying to start their college careers off on a good note, to juniors and seniors whose graduation dates depend on their final exam grades. As a senior, I feel inclined to take this time to share some things that I have learned throughout my college career about studying and test preparation that just may help some of you. Here are four…

Nov

25

2022

By Cameron Grant

Thank You, AUM

Opinion, University

By: Van Cathcart III When I arrived at this university in Fall of 2016, I had no intention of staying here. My eyes were looking forward to greener pastures at another school. Auburn University at Montgomery was supposed to be a steppingstone for me, but it ended up being the perfect place for me to be. People say that everything happens for a reason, and if you would’ve told me that after my first semester after finishing with a 1.7 grade point average, I might have given you some choice words. I didn’t realize I needed the wake-up call that…

Nov

19

2022

By Cameron Grant

SWOT TEAM SPOTLIGHT: Omari Burton

Campus, Opinion, Universityfeature, University

By: Sierra Hall Left: Elizabeth Londell, Omari Burton Any incoming student to AUM has experienced orientation to the university. Whether you are a first time college student, a transfer student or an international student, you’ve experienced the early mornings and long hours of information called orientation. The various parts of orientation are scheduled weeks in advance, with students being the sole focus. From the student organizations at breakout sessions and the Deans of Colleges gathering to speak to new students, the SWOT team is behind it all. The Successful Warhawk Orientation and Transitions team is made up of undergraduate and…

Nov

10

2022

By Cameron Grant

AUM Volleyball

Sports, Universityathletics, Volleyball

By: Van Cathcart III Auburn University at Montgomery’s volleyball team is scheduled to take on the Mississippi College Choctaws on Nov. 11 at 1:30 p.m. AUM is moving on to the second round of the Gulf South Conference Championship after taking down Valdosta State on Nov. 7 by a final score of 3-1. The Choctaws are sitting at the number three seed in the tournament and earned a bye in the first round of the tournament. The Warhawks have met the Choctaws two other times in the past, with Mississippi taking both contests with scores of 3-1 and 3-0. The…

Nov

09

2022

By Cameron Grant

InterVarsity AUM Presents “Mental Health, Self Care and Faith”

News, UniversityUniversity

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NEWS RELEASE Contact: Sierra Hall 334-549-7602 shall33@aum.edu MONTGOMERY, Ala. Nov. 9, 2022 - AUM’s InterVarsity is hosting Mental Health, Self Care and Faith, featuring guest speaker Skip McDonald, a registered nurse and Spiritual Director. McDonald will focus on discussions based on mental health and combining your self-care with your faith. The event will also feature a Q&A for students to express concerns and get answers. This event will also feature food, fun, games and giveaways. The event is available to AUM students and no sign-up is required. The event starts at 6 p.m. and will be held…

Nov

07

2022

By Cameron Grant

AUM Sigmas Host “MAB Week” 2022

Campus, News, Universityclubs

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PRESS RELEASE Contact: Sierra Hall, COMM Student Auburn University at Montgomery shall33@aum.edu Picture of MAB events MONTGOMERY, Ala.- Nov. 3, 2022- The Alpha Psi Alpha Chapter of the national Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc., at Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM) Communication students, are hosting “MAB Week” for students and staff. Starting Nov. 14, the brothers of Alpha Psi Alpha will host events that are focused on supporting AUM students, faculty and staff. Nov. 14 in Warhawk Alley, there will be a ‘Kickback with BSU.’ Students are asked to bring a canned good. Nov. 15 a the Perch,…

Nov

07

2022

By Cameron Grant

Spanish, Anthropology classes celebrate Day of the Dead

News, University

By: Dalton Kimbro Students’ Day of the Dead Altars in the Taylor Center. On Tuesday, the department of sociology, anthropology and social work held an event in the Taylor Center showcasing students’ projects for Dia de Los Muertos. Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a Latin American holiday celebrated on November 1 where families and friends can celebrate and honor their deceased. Some customs include parties, parades and the building of altars to honor the dead. “The entire purpose is to remember the dead that you were close to and honor their lives,” said Dr. Kimberly Pyszka,…