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AUM WASC to Host “Dining in the Dark” and “Bite Me” Day

AUM WASC to Host “Dining in the Dark” and “Bite Me” Day

Have you ever wondered what it would be like if you were eating blind or maybe what it is like to be bit by a vampire? The Warhawk Academic Success Center (WASC) is holding two events in mid to late October for the the AUM Connected: Common Reading Program. With the common book for this year being Dracula, these events have a fun connection to Halloween. Dining in the Dark, which is sponsored by the Center for Disability Services (CDS), will be held on Tuesday, October 17th. This dining event is an experience that will test your senses. Each attendee…
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Q&A with Jessie Rosa, AUM’s First Female Sports Director

Q&A with Jessie Rosa, AUM’s First Female Sports Director

Sports are embedded in American Culture. In a historically male dominated industry, women are making incredible strides in having successful careers in the sports industry. One very talented woman on AUM’s campus is Athletic Director, Jessie Rosa. Jessie is AUM’s first female athletic director. Recently, I had the opportunity to talk with Jessie and ask her about her success in athletics. Q: What has attributed to getting you to this position and what has helped with your success in athletics? A: Obviously the willingness for people to give me the opportunity to grow within athletics. I owe a lot of…
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What’s Happening at the AUM Early Learning Center

What’s Happening at the AUM Early Learning Center

Auburn University at Montgomery has a childcare center for AUM staff and students. The Early Learning center is located behind the Education Building on campus. According to the AUM website, at the Early Learning Center, “we strive to develop self-directed, self-disciplined, self-responsible children who have a passion for life and a concern for others. The AUM Early Learning Center is nationally accredited through the National Association of the Education of Young Children. We strive to maintain a pupil-teacher ratio of 6:1, which affords all children individualized attention. All staff members are highly qualified to care for and provide an exemplary education…
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Political Film Series to Screen “The Other Side of Immigration”

Political Film Series to Screen “The Other Side of Immigration”

The Political Film Series will be showing a documentary film called The Other Side of Immigration. The screening will be held on Monday, October 16th in Goodwyn Hall, Room 112 at 7:00 p.m. This event is co-sponsored by the University Honors Program. Dr. Silvia Giagnoni, an Associate Professor in the Department of Communication & Theatre, will be giving a brief introduction on the topic before the film is shown. A major political topic, both in the past and present, has been immigration. This event addresses the idea that “any effective approach to immigration reform…must be comprehensive and look beyond the…
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AUM Named Among Top Universities in the South

AUM Named Among Top Universities in the South

Auburn Montgomery/Montgomery, Ala. (Sept. 15, 2017) — U.S. News & World Report recognized Auburn University at Montgomery’s undergraduate and graduate programs among its 2018 regional and national rankings of top colleges and universities. In addition to being named among the top tier of Regional Universities — South, AUM was also included (#37) among the Best Public Regional Universities — South, making it the top-ranked university in the River Region. In its national rankings, U.S. News & World Report ranked the AUM College of Business’s undergraduate program #216 and its part-time Master of Business Administration program #143 among the country’s best.…
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Professors Read Mean Ratings: Episode Two

Professors Read Mean Ratings: Episode Two

Students often take to the internet to rant and rave about their professors, but many never consider how professors react to mean reviews. This is the second episode of Mean Ratings featuring Neil David Seibel, Clarissa Chavez, Eric Sterling and Pamela Long. It was created by Deanna Chavez, Nicolette Parrish and Rachel Wallace.
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Richard Herd Gets Real With AUM Students

Richard Herd Gets Real With AUM Students

During his AUM Lecture Series address, famous actor Richard Herd shared many words of wisdom with students preparing to enter the workforce. “You can’t have anything unless you work your ass off for it," said Herd, who is best known for his portrayal of Mr. Wilhelm in “Seinfeld” and Adm. Owen Paris in “Star Trek.” The now 84-year-old superstar has worked for six decades to earn his place in more than 500 television, movie and theater spotlights. After seeing his first play as a teenager, Herd knew he wanted to build a career in the performing arts. He encouraged students…
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Professors Read Mean Ratings: Episode One

Professors Read Mean Ratings: Episode One

Students often take to the internet to rant and rave about their professors, but many never consider how professors react to mean reviews. This is the first episode of Mean Ratings featuring Silvia Giagnoni, Seth Reno, Matthew Jordan and Val Winkelman. It was created by Deanna Chavez, Nicolette Parrish and Rachel Wallace. https://youtu.be/cK2kYMNpvfc
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A Look at the Past Year in Student Government Association

A Look at the Past Year in Student Government Association

As we get closer to Student Government Association elections once again, I have found myself pondering this past year. I can truly say it is a privilege to have served as President with such a great group of Senators and other officers. A once hesitant candidate became a grateful person that is delighted to have committed to this organization. As I suspect it is for every outgoing President in any SGA, it is easy to look back on the year and notice all of the shortcomings. There is a long list of things I wanted to accomplish but failed to…
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Student Government Association Elections

Student Government Association Elections

Every spring your Student Government Association welcomes new faces to its council. This team represents the AUM student body in educational programming on campus as well as general programming for students. SGA is headed by the president who acts as the head of communication between students and administration, attend all AU Board of Trustees meetings, and represent AUM students on various boards and committees. The president is backed by the executive council, a deputy chief, associate justices, senators for each college and directors of outreach and affairs. Together, this group of peers will be the “mouthpiece” for students on all…
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AUM Gay-Straight Alliance Presents Safe Zone Program

AUM Gay-Straight Alliance Presents Safe Zone Program

Would you like to know more about the LGBT community? Do you have questions about the LGBT community that you aren’t exactly sure how to ask? Then you should come to Safe Zone. Safe Zone is an event presented by the AUM Gay-Straight Alliance and Dr. Faircloth of Troy University. This event will take place on Friday, January 20 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m in Warhawk Alley, located on the 1st floor of the Taylor Center. Interactive and educational, the event is also focused on making sure you have a great time, so step outside your comfort zone, get…
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The Fright of Failure

The Fright of Failure

Failure can hit like a freight train. One minute it seems like life is together. Then the next thing you know, it's 2 a.m., you’re surrounded by unfinished work and wondering how you were on top of the world a week ago, while now you seem to be at the bottom of the barrel. While failure is inevitable at times, it can also be avoidable with proper preparation. Finals are rapidly approaching, and AUM will be providing many opportunities for students to excel during this time. On Nov. 30 at 8 p.m., the annual “Professors N’ Pajamas” commenced in Taylor…
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Work Opportunities

Work Opportunities

Having trouble gaining work experience? Have you applied to so many jobs that you feel like you have nowhere else to look? The job market can be challenging here in Montgomery. To make the process easier, below are some services and initiatives that can help. (more…)
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“I Am Not My Hair” Forum

“I Am Not My Hair” Forum

On Oct. 13, 2016 the women of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. hosted their first "I Am Not My Hair Forum" in Taylor Center 221. A professional hair stylist as well as students were on the discussion panel to talk about the different hair textures African American women have. (more…)
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Veterans Week

Veterans Week

If you happen to be on campus and notice many American flags on the Quad understand that they aren’t there just as a show of patriotism. Twenty American flags will be placed on campus in November as a symbol for the 20 veterans who commit suicide every day. Nov. 11 is Veterans Day, and AUM is going to honor the many we have on campus.  The Student Veterans Association will be having a “Veterans Week,” which will kick off with an “AUM Supports our Veterans Day” on  Nov. 9 and 10. (more…)
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White Cane Day

White Cane Day

One of the earliest lessons we learn in life is “The Golden Rule”. Treat others the way you want to be treated. As a child, this lesson is simple. As an adult, while the concept is the same, it tends to be harder to execute. At times we’re not sure how people want to be treated. People who are different tend to make us uncomfortable, therefore we shy away from them. Why is that? (more…)
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