University Archives - Page 5 of 9

Apr

16

2018

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

16

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

Curtiss Course Critiques

News, University

At the conclusion of every semester, AUM allows students to provide important feedback regarding their classes. These evaluations are known among students and faculty as Curtiss Course Evaluations. Students can anonymously rate and review their classes and professors. These evaluations are important feedback for the teachers and departments. Students are allowed to be honest about what stood out to them. Students can also provide details about what did not work for the class. Maybe a particular teaching technique by the professor really helped the student understand, or maybe the explanations were not sufficient. The evaluations are reviewed and taken into…

Apr

11

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

Montgomery County Apprenticeships, Internships Open To AUM Students

News, University

Auburn University at Montgomery colleges students are encouraged to take advantage of the Montgomery County Commission 2018 Student Apprenticeship Program. The apprenticeship program is eight weeks starting Monday, June 4th through Friday, July 27th. All eligible students between the ages of 16 and 22 can apply. An application and a letter of recommendation from a school guidance counselor or a Montgomery County Commissioner are required and must be submitted by Friday, April 20th at 5 p.m. Internships are also available. Requirements and eligibility vary. For more information on an internship, please contact the Montgomery City-County Personnel Office at 334-625-2675. FAQs and more information on the apprenticeship are…

Apr

11

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

Campus Police To Host Women’s Self Defense Program

News, University

Auburn University at Montgomery Campus Police is hosting RAD, a self-defense program for women. In this program, women will learn tactics and techniques for recognizing risks, risk-avoidance, prevention and hands-on self-defense training. DATE: Tuesday, April 17th, 2018 TIME: 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. LOCATION: Library Tower, 10th Floor West REGISTRATION: Contact campus police at 334-244-3424 By Ashleigh Hicks

Apr

11

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

Durr Lecture Series to Show Documentary

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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

11

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

Spring Commencement Ceremonies

News, University

There will be two ceremonies hosted in AUM Gymnasium. One ceremony will start at 10:00 am and the other will start at 2:00 pm. A reception will be held in the Taylor Center, room 221, immediately after each graduation ceremony. Graduation Times: 10:00 a.m. Colleges of education, Nursing & Health Sciences, and Public Policy and Justice 2:00 p.m. College of Arts and Sciences, and Business Guests: All guest are asked to arrive early to be seated in the gym. Once the capacity has been reached, or ceremony has started, no one will be able to enter the gymnasium on the…

Apr

02

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

AUM Diversity Week To Include All Students

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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

Another Winning Season for AUM Softball

News, Sports, University

As February comes to a close, the Warhawks softball team sits at a 5-2 record. Starting the season off with not only a win, but a 9-0 shutout against the University of Mobile in the first tournament of the season was definitely the start the Warhawks wanted to get. The Warhawks finished the Gulf Coast invitational tournament with a 3-1 record, falling only to the University of North Georgia with a nail biting 5-4 score. In their second tournament of the season, the GSC Opening Weekend Festival, the Warhawks came out on top again with a 2-1 record. While the…

Apr

02

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

AUM Tennis Season in Full Swing

News, Sports, University

AUM’s tennis teams recently approached the beginning of a new season. The 2018 season will be an exciting and competitive one for both the men and women’s teams. Yair Banuelos is the head coach for both teams. His goal is to prepare the men and women physically and mentally in order to be successful among other teams. “Fitness is going to be important for the long battles that we will have against top teams,” says Coach Banuelos. He believes the AUM tennis program has the talent to upset and win against higher rank schools. Both the men and women tennis…

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

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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

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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

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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

19

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

AUM to Host Hap Arnold Lecture Program

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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…

Mar

07

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

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…

Mar

01

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

SGA Applications for 2018-2019 Academic Year Now Open

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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…

Mar

01

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

March Updates from SGA President Christian Crawford

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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.…

Mar

01

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

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…

Feb

22

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

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…