Opinion

Nov
09
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Maleficent: Mistress of Evil Review

Maleficent: Mistress of Evil Review

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BY: Caitlin Gallagher Maleficent: Mistress of Evil, like its predecessor, gives us a side to the classic tale of Sleeping Beauty that we didn’t know before. The film starts with a focus on the newly engaged couple, Aurora and Prince Phillip. With a deep desire to unify their two kingdoms—The Moors and Ulstead—soon betrayal and deceit looms like a dark cloud over their plans and rips through each of their families. Once more, Angelina Jolie delivers a cunning performance as Maleficent. Riddled with sly and witty one-liners, Maleficent: Mistress of Evil delves deeper into her ancestry and we begin to…
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Nov
09
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Tips for Going to Any Christmas Market

Tips for Going to Any Christmas Market

Opinion,
BY: Molly Gray I am obsessed with going to Christmas markets in the area. There is just something so fun and magical about shopping in a Christmas Wonderland. I go to two markets every single year. Therefore, I have learned a lot, so I want to share my tips for going to any Christmas market. Look at the schedule for the market. This may seem like a simple thing, but it is very important. Most markets span over the weekend and offer a preview night. Preview nights are nice, but they cost extra. Therefore, you need to know what will…
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Nov
08
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Movie Review: The Addams Family

Movie Review: The Addams Family

Editorials,
BY: Molly Gray The Addams Family is something that most of us grew up watching. Therefore, we have a good idea of what we envision the Addams family looks like and acts like. I was excited to see this new version to see how they would change the story or how the family acted or looked. Here are my thoughts on this new movie. I really liked how you could easily tell which animated character went with the live version that many of us have seen. Morticia was tall and slender. Gomez had the iconic black hair and mustache. Wednesday…
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Nov
08
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Disney +

Disney +

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BY: Morgan Thayer It’s almost too magical to believe, but it’s true! Disney has a new streaming service coming out on November 12 called Disney+. This streaming service is sure to be one that is well worth your money. Starting at $6.99 a month, Disney + will offer content from Disney, Marvel, Pixar, Star Wars, and National Geographic. The service will feature classics, modern-day content, and even some new original shows and movies, such as the first ever live action Star-Wars series, remakes of popular Disney shows, and new movies with big name stars. Disney + will be supported by…
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Nov
08
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Borderlands 3 Review: New Touches to a Familiar Formula

Borderlands 3 Review: New Touches to a Familiar Formula

Editorials,
BY: Cory Donde With the same grind for loot, familiar faces from previous entries, and several returning enemy types, it would be easy to mistake Borderlands 3 as an over-glorified DLC for Borderlands 2. However, with enough new mechanics, new weapons manufacturers with interesting gun quirks, and a pair of new antagonists, Borderlands 3 makes its mark in the ten-year-old franchise from 2K and Gearbox. The new story follows a new set of vault hunters on their journey to foil the plans of the Calypso twins, Tyreen and Troy, and their quest to become gods. Along with the main quest,…
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Nov
08
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Student Spotlight: Air Force ROTC with Savannah Cowart & Derek Paul

Student Spotlight: Air Force ROTC with Savannah Cowart & Derek Paul

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BY: Allison Stewart With Veteran’s Day just around the corner, it is important to reflect on our nation’s military.  Dedicating their lives to ensure our safety and freedom, our veterans protect the livelihoods that Americans tend to take for granted. This upcoming Veteran’s Day, make it a priority to reach out to those who have served our country and say, “Thank you!” Simple gratitude holds great power.   As we thank our military, it is also important to reach out to those who are currently serving or are preparing to do so. At AUM, there are two ROTC programs: Army Reserve…
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Nov
05
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Festive Fall Specials

Festive Fall Specials

Opinion
BY: Allison Stewart Fall knocks at our door when the leaves change, sweaters emerge, and football is on every television.  Oh, and do not forget the fuzzy socks. Fall does not only change the weather and our clothes, though. Many restaurants get into the spirit by offering fall specials. This is the only time of the year they are offered, so you need to try as many of these items before they are gone. Starbucks surely increases their sales during this season as pumpkin flavors take over the menu. This season’s offers include: Caramel Apple Spice, Pumpkin Spice Latte, Pumpkin…
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Oct
31
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
A Different Texture

A Different Texture

Editorials,
BY: Kaleria Jackson Hair is a discussion, but to be more specific, black hair is a discussion. It’s an argument, and it’s a lifestyle. It is the story that is never ending and changes over time. Hair in the black community can connect the most unlikely of people together. Our hair binds us together, whether we know it or not. It’s almost like a fingerprint--we all have one, but one person’s hair is not the same as the next person’s hair.  Black hair varies from curls to zig zags. Every curl pattern is different, but there is a chart that…
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Oct
31
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
AUM Clubs and Organizations on Campus

AUM Clubs and Organizations on Campus

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BY: Brandon Barker There are many campuses around the country that have clubs and organizations. These clubs are a part of the campus lifestyle or college experience. They give you an outlet to express yourself like you were not able to in high school, and you are more likely to meet  individuals like yourself. If you want to join in on the fun, AUM has loads of campus clubs and organizations that you can join today.  There are many clubs on campus to attract everyone on campus. Some of them even align with the majors that AUM offers. For example,…
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Oct
31
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Real Life Scary Movies

Real Life Scary Movies

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BY: Morgan Thayer With Halloween right around the corner, who doesn't love a good list of horror movies? What about horror movies based on real-life events? These horror movies that are based on real-life are sure to make your spine tingle with fear, considering they could’ve very well happened to you.  Open Water, which was released in 2003, is a movie about a couple who goes scuba diving in open water. Then, their boat leaves them behind in the shark-infested waters. The movie is based on the real-life story of American tourists Tom and Eileen Lonergan, who were diving off…
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Oct
30
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Brain Food

Brain Food

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BY: Caitlin Gallagher There are only two months left in the semester. That means two months to buckle down and get those big projects done and exams studied for. I know as well as anybody that it can be taxing to sit down and study or do homework. There’s always something else that we’d rather be doing, or we might get distracted by the T.V. or our phones.  Did you know that there are certain foods that we can consume to help boost our brain functions? Our brains are made up mostly of fats, so it makes sense to consume…
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Oct
30
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Gaining Experience with AUM Athletics as a Student Worker

Gaining Experience with AUM Athletics as a Student Worker

Opinion, Sports, ,
BY: Randy Dunn AUM gives its students opportunities to gain experience in their field and put money in their pockets as student workers. I am the announcer for AUM volleyball and soon to be basketball, and it’s giving me early experience in the analyst and announcer field of my job, which I intend to pursue once I graduate from AUM.     On top of giving me experience and money, this position brings me closer to the fans and AUM. Now when I walk around campus, I get random people asking me, “Hey are you the volleyball announcer?” and with a small…
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Oct
30
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
The Company You Keep

The Company You Keep

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BY: Kaleria Jackson As we navigate our way through life, we come across plenty of people. Some of the people we meet are not meant to stay in our lives forever. Time will show the course of how some people are seasonal. The company that you keep is very important because he people you allow into your life can be detrimental to your health.  When forming new friendships, or even relationships, begin watch for red flags that can show up. These red flags show the possible signs that a person may not be fit to be in your life.  The…
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Oct
30
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Binge Watching and You

Binge Watching and You

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BY: Caitlin Gallagher Netflix, naps and snacks—this used to be a perfect Sunday. I would start a new series as quickly as I finished the first. I could not watch an episode fast enough. If you are like me, binge-watching can quickly become  an everyday occurrence. What if I told you that binge-watching negatively affects your health? Your mental and physical health could be suffering. Northwestern Medicine compiled a list of negative effects of binge-watching that include: a “drug-like high”, isolation, insomnia, anxiety and depression, back pain, weight gain and risk of heart disease. Some of these may seem really…
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Oct
27
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Joker Review: A Dark Descent Into Madness

Joker Review: A Dark Descent Into Madness

Editorials,
BY: Cory Donde Anyone who knows Batman knows that the Joker is his iconic main antagonist. There have been several films with different interpretations of the demented clown, but Jaoquin Phoenix has set a new precedent on just how dark the character can be. Although the film is technically a DC Comics film, the first three quarters of the film revolve more on the character of Arthur Fleck than the Joker alter ego  he ends up adopting. It's a true showcase of a man who has serious mental disabilities that end up being neglected by Gotham and even ridiculed by…
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Oct
27
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Which Master’s Degree Should You Pursue?

Which Master’s Degree Should You Pursue?

Opinion,
BY: Taniya Frazier How do you know which master's program is right for you? Is it something so simple as taking a personality quiz or something more complex? What are your career goals? Your dream job will require a degree in a related field. You will need the experience to land the job. I want to be a Creative Director for Cosmopolitan women's magazine. That is my dream. Students have to factor in tuition cost, location, accreditations, and probably the most important: how much you can make with that master's degree.  You should pursue a degree in a subject that…
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Oct
27
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Why Do People Want to Be Scared?

Why Do People Want to Be Scared?

Opinion
BY: Taniya Frazier The quickened heartbeats, the rush of adrenaline, and what all Halloween lovers want most: the fear. Why do people want to be scared? Halloween is the one time of year that people can feel deep fear and adventures. This time of year, people can directly experience “fight or flight.” This is the time where people can throw safety and security to the wind and try heart pumping experiences! Kaylin Finch, Early Childhood Education senior, enjoys the suspense. She stated, “I like thrillers because I feel like they keep you on the edge of your seat. You don’t…
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Oct
27
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
My Favorite Shops at Holiday Market 2019

My Favorite Shops at Holiday Market 2019

Editorials,
BY: Molly Gray Anyone who knows me knows that I love any type of Christmas market. I always have to go to Holiday Market and Christmas Village every year. This year, I decided to look at my favorite shops at Holiday Market this year. Here are my top 5 favorite ones. RK Collections Boutique The moment that I walked up to this booth, I fell in love. They had out their fall and winter collection, being that we were at a Christmas-themed event. What I loved was the fact that the pieces were all stylish and trendy. If you found…
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Oct
27
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Top Halloween Costumes 2019

Top Halloween Costumes 2019

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BY: Molly Gray Halloween is just around the corner, which means it is time to get your costume ideas ready. If you are struggling with an idea of what to do, look at this list of top costumes for this year. The first things you can think about are the popular movies that have come out this year. If you are a Disney fan, you can look into dressing up as Aladdin characters like Aladdin, Princess Jasmine and Genie. Toy Story 4 and The Lion King also came out so Woody, Buzz, Bo Peep, Simba and Nala are great choices.…
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Oct
23
2019
By Aumnibus Staff
Halloween Safety Tips

Halloween Safety Tips

Opinion,
BY: Allison Singleterry Halloween is less than two weeks away, and there are many ways to help everyone have a safe experience.  When dressing up for Halloween, make sure kids are wearing something bright, or incorporate reflective tape so people who are driving in the neighborhoods are able to spot them quickly. It’s also a good idea to make sure not to have really long dresses or things like long sticks or swords where kids can get hit or trip over things easily.  Make sure to go trick-or-treating in an area or neighborhood you are familiar with. You should stay…
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