University Archives - Page 7 of 18

Nov

28

2018

Professors in Pajamas

News, University

BY: D’Cara Hood It's that time of the year where the semester is winding down. Now things have gotten real, and you really need a pick me up. Stop by Professors in Pajamas to get all those last-minute answers you need. Come out December 5, 2018 at 8pm in your cozy pajamas and enjoy a hot delicious breakfast. Good Luck Warhawks! It's exam time!

Nov

28

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

Getting in the Swing of Things!

News, Sports, University

BY: D’cara Hood Who’s ready for some hardwood action? Basketball season is upon us. The 2018 Warhawks team has entered its first full conference schedule since the change to NCAA. This year, the winning orange and black looks to get back to those winning ways. As the 2018 season kicked off, the Warhawks have had a good run. 3-2 overall in the conference, as the next four of five games will be played at home. Talk about home court advantage! Head Coach Michael Cheaney makes sure his players have what it takes, on and off the court. Bigger and tougher…

Nov

28

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

Creative and Original Ways to Decorate Your Graduation Cap

Opinion, University

BY: Savanna Sabb We all know the traditional garments for graduation-- the black robe that feels rewarding to wear but is also bulky and unflattering on every body type, the tassel that swings every which way whenever you turn your head, and who can forget about the most iconic piece of all? The cap. Everyone pretty much looks the same at graduation with the exception of the cords and stoles that some students have earned. Do you know what would really set you apart from the crowd and will easily get your friends and families attention? Decorating your cap! Thankfully…

Nov

27

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

Counseling and Health Promotion Services Produces Chocolate and Chill

News, University

BY:Brittany Vallely MONTGOMERY, Ala.- Finals right around the corner, which can be the most stressful time of the school year. In order to prepare students, the Counseling and Health Promotion Services Produces (CHPS), are inviting to students to come relax. Greta Chambless, Associate Director of Clinical Services, says CHPS wants to give students a chance to decrease their stress and will be serving hot chocolate and marshmallows to everyone. “We are here to help students with any need they have from stress and anxiety to relationships to more serious mental health issues,” said Chambless. Students are invited to participate in…

Nov

08

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

AUM Grad School Preview Night

News, University

BY: D’Cara Hood Time to get back in the swing of things, and dust off those books and backpacks. Auburn University Montgomery is set to host their Grad school preview event. Come out and see what masters and doctoral degree options we offer. Preview night will be held November 13, 2018 from 5-7 p.m. on the 10th floor of the library tower. We cannot wait to see you there!

Nov

06

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

AUM’s New Group Fitness Class

News, University

BY: Brittany Vallely AUM’s Physical Education Program offers a new group fitness class for participants with intellectual disabilities. The class takes place at the AUM wellness center and begins with an obstacle course, followed by a variety of different activities with an emphasis of having fun. The class is a full body work out that focuses on cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength, endurance, balance, and coordination. Dr. Erin Reilly, a professor at AUM, helped develop the class with physical therapist Tiffany Higginbotham, and focused on activities that will help with reflex integration. “There is not a class like this one anywhere…

Oct

25

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

Campus Activities Board Hosts Shriek Week 2018

News, University

BY: Chelsea Bassett MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Oct. 25, 2018— It’s that time of the year again. AUM’s Campus Activities Board will begin Shriek Week on Monday, October 29. Shriek Week is a favorite among students and faculty, and this year CAB has four days of spooky fun activities planned for us Warhawks. This is what the week will look like: Monday, October 29th— Shriek Week Hypnotist Goodwyn Hall 109 at 7:00 pm Tuesday, October 30th— Shriek Week Haunted House Taylor Center 230 at 8:00 pm Wednesday, October 31st— Shriek Week Pumpkin Paint & Costume Party Pumpkin Paint: Warhawk Alley at…

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

23

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

The Rise of Students Grading their Teachers

Opinion, University

BY: Savanna Sabb The roles of the teacher and student are starting to reverse. In a traditional classroom, it has always been the teacher who graded the students. The teacher told the students what needed improvement and where they were excelling. The teacher determines whether the students will pass or fail. There are surveys that are given to most students both college or high school after each semester that allow them to anonymously critique their teachers. There are also websites like Rate My Professor and Rate My Teacher that students are able to use to rate their teachers on a…

Oct

15

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

SGA President Sends Student Survey

News, University

BY: Tommi Jo Miller Press Release: Deiondre L. Kinard, the president of AUM's Student Government Association, plans to meet with departments across campus. President Kinard's hope is that these meetings will lead to improvements on campus. To gauge student's desires, Kinard sent out a a survey via a mass email to the student body. The survey includes prompts that allow students to sound off on changes they'd like to see on AUM's campus. To take the survey and voice your concerns, check your AUM email or visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FLFNCCF.