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Mar

28

2019

Political Apathy Is More Problematic Than You Think

Editorials

BY: Brittany Vallely “It will get cooler, it will get warmer. It’s called weather… I think it’s a big scam for a lot of people to make a lot of money,” said the current president when asked if he believed in climate change by Fox News. This is an example of how political apathy is the number one environmental problem in the United States because in order to solve any issue, our nation’s leaders must participate. According to the League of Conservation Voters, they “counted a total of 35 House votes and 19 Senate votes to overturn climate regulations,…

Mar

28

2019

By Aumnibus Staff

Kodi’s Cinema Criteria: Captain Marvel

Editorials, Opinion

BY: Kodi Robertson What does one expect when seeing a superhero movie? Action, good conquering evil, wide shots, establishing shots, full body shots, and nowadays humor as well. Captain Marvel packs in all of these qualities in a neat package with a neater looking bow in pushing for female empowerment. Endowed with weeks of what seemed like endless promoting, Captain Marvel manages to live up to nearly all of its hype. Make no mistake, Brie Larson and company do not by any means disappoint. The issues I witnessed in the film go beyond the performers. First let’s take a look…

Mar

28

2019

By Aumnibus Staff

Societal Expectations for a College Student

Editorials

BY: Ambria Davis Society expects so much from college students that most do not feel they are adequate enough to finish college or even be a part of society. Society is not made up of an individual’s standards, but instead a community's expectations and standards as a whole. These expectations and standards define what is socially acceptable and unacceptable. These expectations run rampantly, positively and negatively, through the college student’s friend group. The stereotypical things that college students mostly do the minute they leave their parents or guardians home are partying, drugs, diet problems, finding their identity, sex, and relationships.…

Mar

05

2019

By Aumnibus Staff

Battling Depression in College

Editorials

BY: Taniya Frazier College comes with a lot of new experiences, challenges, and adventures. However, there is one thing that creeps up on college students that no one wants, depression. A dark cloud that can ruin a person’s outlook and hovers over everything. College students are like gymnasts. We have to juggle academics, a social life, and work. We have to handle everything as if we are on a balance beam. If one part of your life becomes too heavy, you are at a risk of falling. If another part of your life isn’t equally balanced, how are you going…

Mar

05

2019

By Aumnibus Staff

Midterms Are Around the Corner: Are You Ready?

Editorials

BY: Taniya Frazier February has come and gone. Now is the time that college students everywhere dread. Midterms are coming. Midterms are a sign of progress and a benchmark. You have completed half of the semester so far. This time should excite you, but the sight of exams are a bummer. You should be well prepared for the upcoming tests and quizzes. If you’re not, don’t worry. I’m sure these tips will help you along the way. Surviving midterms are all about balance. You have to prioritize your time academically, socially, and mentally. Academically, it would be wise to review…

Mar

05

2019

By Aumnibus Staff

Weekly Life Hacks: Screwdrivers

Editorials

BY: Ambria Davis The flathead and Phillips head are used as tool to help construct products and projects whenever it is needed. The screwdriver or a ‘turnscrew’ was first mentioned in the 1500’s in Germany, yet it became popular in the 1700’s in England. It is described as a “refined tool” with a pear-shaped handle, shaft and head. Soon, screws began to replace nails due to companies manufacturing products. Its function is to tighten and release bolts and screws. There are several types of screwdrivers, however, only two screwdrivers will be distinguished today: flathead and Phillips head. The flathead screwdriver…

Mar

05

2019

By Aumnibus Staff

Why Do Different Bottled Water Brands Taste Different?

Editorials

BY: Ambria Davis Bottled water brands taste different for many people because of how they are filtered and/or purified. Why do different bottled water brands taste completely different from each other? The different taste or flavor comes from where the water comes from. This determines the mineral or chalky taste that some have as the water passes through the different layers of limestone deep underground. To include, many bottled water brand companies will add other minerals to enhance the taste, yet this does or does not mean it will taste good. The most bought water bottle brands are Aquafina, Dasani,…

Mar

05

2019

By Aumnibus Staff

The Story of How My Goldfish Raised My GPA

Editorials

BY: Ambria Davis To start off, I was not doing so well in school and I was doing everything possible to pass certain classes. As a result, this brought my mental health down. To combat that, I painted, took photographs, went to the gym, hung out with friends and had a job. No matter how many times I socialized; I was still lonely. I had a ton of support from my family and friends, but I had lost my encouragement. I was stuck in a depression like state which I began to realize was not helping my mental state. By…

Feb

26

2019

By Aumnibus Staff

The Importance of Black History Month

Editorials

BY: Taniya Frazier February as we all know is Black History Month. However, February is the most important month from a black person’s point of view. Not many people will believe that, but it’s true. For some, it’s the only month that matters. Throughout the year, black people are given grief for simply being a color. A hairstyle is ‘too black.’ A person’s personality is ‘too black.’ An idea is ‘too black.’ However, in February that doesn’t matter. Black people can boldly and proudly display their culture, background and heritage. This month, I have attempted to go to many events…

Feb

12

2019

By Aumnibus Staff

Valentine’s Day Treats That Are Better Than Chocolate

Editorials

BY: Brittany Vallely Each year people tend to buy the same treats on Valentine’s Day: chocolate, flowers, and Hallmark cards. Instead of visiting the grocery store, check out the menu at the local fast food restaurants. Many food chain restaurants are getting into the romantic spirt, and if you or your significant other are trying to find ways to make Valentine’s Day a little bit sweeter then here are some treats that can be found in your area. Chick-Fil-A If you are not a chocolate fan then this is the treat for you. Chick-Fil-A is selling their famous chicken…

Feb

05

2019

By Aumnibus Staff

How to Stick To Your New Year’s Resolutions

Editorials

BY: Brittany Vallely The New Year has begun and millions of people are working on their resolution to become the best version of themselves, but how long does the average person stay dedicated to their resolution? According to Business Insider, about 80 percent of people will fail their New Year’s resolutions by February. The reason why is because a person feels too busy or they simply give up because they do not feel committed to the task, and then tell themselves they will try again next year. Whether the goal is fitness, financial stability, or spirituality, the only way to…

Nov

28

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

Do Pets Improve the Quality of Life?

Editorials

BY: Kaleria Jackson My dog has brought me unexplained happiness since she came into my life. I have a four-year-old Maltese named Keke. My dog is literally my life. The older she gets, the more I have acknowledged that she has an attachment to me and my family members. I think she notices that I have formed an attachment to her as well. Regardless of my relationship with my dog, she has improved the quality of my life. I believe that pets can improve the quality of your life. There are a few ways that pets can improve the quality…

Nov

28

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

An Unlikely Friendship: How a Conservative and Liberal Became the Best of Friends

Editorials

BY: Chelsea Bassett Currently, this nation seems to be more divided than it has ever been. Specifically, the 2016 Presidential election has left this country in a state of constant disagreement between extremists on both sides of the political spectrum. Unfortunately, with the recent midterms, the country hasn’t had much time to recover from the political mess that both the radical “lefties and righties” have left for us to clean up. In a country that has a people so hell-bent on tearing each other a part, it’s hard to find a place to evade the political backlash we see and…

Nov

28

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

Most Interesting Channels to Watch on YouTube

Editorials

BY: Savanna Sabb Let’s face it, YouTube has become everyone’s safe-haven. There is something for everybody on there. There are cooking channels for the cooking enthusiast, there are gaming channels for the die-hard gamers, beauty channels for the make- up lovers. I’m sure by now you get my drift. In the land of YouTube everyone is welcome. With so many options to choose from you never really know if you are going to waste your time watching a YouTuber who turns out not to be your cup of tea. To save you some time I created a list of YouTube…

Nov

28

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

The Canceled Culture: No One and Nothing is Safe from Being Cancelled

Editorials

BY: Savanna Sabb It seems like almost every week or every other week on social media a scandal arises and shortly after that scandal, someone or something is allegedly “cancelled.” Welcome to the cancelled culture where people who utter an offensive word or post a tweet that is an unpopular opinion are quickly cancelled according to the many users of social media. What qualifies someone to enter the world of cancellation you might ask? With the help of some examples, let’s take a look. Some celebrities have been cancelled for their unpopular opinions that seem to offend a majority of…

Nov

07

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

An Experience to Remember

Editorials

BY: Kaleria Jackson I went to my first college football game this year. I went to the Alabama homecoming game against Missouri. I had no idea what to expect when I arrived on Alabama’s campus. I live next to Auburn so I knew traffic was going to be a problem but, as for the experience I didn’t have a clue. My older cousin invited me to go with her to the Alabama homecoming game since she was an alumnus of the University of Alabama. The first thing we did when arrived on the campus was get ready to go tailgating.…

Nov

07

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

Comparing Brands: Netflix vs Hulu

Editorials

BY: Kaleria Jackson Every college student either has an account or is using someone’s account. Netflix is a veteran. Hulu is a rookie. The battle between which streaming services are the best has been up for debate. Understanding which one is the best service is the hardest part. Netflix started its streaming services in 1997, which is a total shock due to it becoming popular in the 2010s. Netflix first started out as a DVD-by-mail service with no late fees. As time went on Netflix turned completely digital streaming service. Hulu started its streaming services in 2008. Hulu’s streaming service…

Nov

06

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

Have Curse Words Lost Their Curse?

Editorials

BY: Savanna Sabb Do you remember when you were younger, there was always that list of words you could never say? Usually they were the infamous “4 letter words” that were censored throughout every form of media. As I’ve been paying more attention to what is said in the media and reality, I’ve noticed that those words that we should never utter in the presence of anyone but our diaries are now being said with such ease. Recently, I saw an Instagram video of a little girl repeatedly dropping the F-bomb while her mom was recording her. I don’t know…

Nov

06

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

A Look at the #MeToo Movement: One Year Later

Editorials

BY: Tommi Jo Miller One year ago this month, #MeToo took the internet, and the country, by storm. In an effort to raise awareness about a devastatingly prevalent issue, actress Alyssa Milano prompted her Twitter followers to share their own sexual assault stories using the hashtag. According to studies by the Pew Research Center, the hashtag is used almost 60,000 times every day, totaling to nearly 20 million #MeToo tweets since the hashtag originated last year. While the inception of the movement was a year ago, its effects are still being felt. In the past year, many prominent men have…

Oct

23

2018

By Aumnibus Staff

Venom: Expectation vs Reality

Editorials

BY: Kodi Robertson Sony continues to hold a firm grip on the Spiderman franchise. Rumored to not have the Amazing Web-head featured in this movie Venom aims to prove that the titular character Venom can stand alone without Spidey. When the first trailer dropped, all eyes were set on their own computer screens waiting to see Tom Hardy’s Eddie Brock morph into Venom. Fans were left waiting, wanting, and desiring to see how much more improvement was made since Spiderman 3. Make no mistake, Topher Grace did a brilliant job with the script provided and given circumstances of the film.…