Monday, April 29

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AUM sponsors 37th Annual College and Career Night

On September 13, 2021, from 5 to 8 p.m., River Region high school students and their parents will get the chance to visit with over 80 college and career representatives, gather scholarship information, and learn more about financial aid opportunities at the Montgomery Multiplex.  River Region high school students in attendance will also get the […]

What Happened to Home Ec?

BY: Savanna Pruitt If you ask the average college student how to file taxes, write a professional cover letter, or open an investment account, you will likely be met with a panicked stare or a nervous laugh. Many young adults have no idea how to do these things on their own, and it’s not necessarily […]

The Incredible Rise of Influencer Marketing

BY: Savanna Pruitt Have you ever purchased a product because your favorite YouTuber posted an entire vlog series all about how it changed their life? If so, your favorite YouTuber is an influencer, and your purchase was driven by influencer marketing.  According to CommPRO, an influencer is “someone who has influence over others’ buying decisions.” […]

5 Tips for Entertaining at Home This Summer

BY: Savanna Pruitt Just because many of us are still sticking close to home right now doesn’t mean this upcoming summer has to be dull and boring! There are lots of things you can do to make hanging out at home much more enjoyable for your close friends and family members. Here are a few […]

6 Easy Ways to Prevent and Treat Mask-Related Skin Issues

BY: Savanna Pruitt We’ve been wearing masks to try and cut down on the spread of COVID-19 for well over a year now, and many of us have new or more noticeable skin issues to prove it. Whether your skin is naturally oily and acne-prone or dry, wearing a face mask could really be harming […]

“It’s Not Easy Being Green”: Understanding and Recognizing Corporate Greenwashing

BY: Savanna Pruitt Given the state of our global environment and growing concerns about Earth’s future, it makes sense that modern companies are doing everything they can to ease consumers’ minds and persuade them to keep buying. According to a recent survey conducted by Nielsen IQ,  66% of consumers are actually willing to pay more […]

4 COVID-Friendly Day Trips From Montgomery

BY: Savanna Pruitt It’s warming up outside, and we’re all itching to get out and start having fun again. Although vaccinations are rolling out and COVID-19 safety mandates are being relaxed across the country, the general consensus is that we should continue to wear face masks where appropriate, practice social distancing and avoid unnecessary travel, […]

Inked in the Office

BY: Savanna Pruitt According to History of Tattoos, 36% of Americans between the age of 18 and 29 have at least one tattoo, and 30% of all college graduates in the United States. have tattoos. Of those who have tattoos, 70% have more than one tattoo and 20% have more than five. These numbers make […]

The Consumer Impact of Corporate Social Responsibility

BY: Savanna Pruitt Over the course of the past few years, it seems that companies and corporations have become more focused on sharing their values and commenting on current events. Countless CEOs and public relations representatives have made statements clarifying their positions on movements and events such as: Black Lives Matter (BLM), COVID-19, and Stop […]

Theatre AUM presents A Midsummer Night’s Dream

BY: Savanna Pruitt Theatre AUM’s production of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, directed by Val Winkelman, opens April 8 at 7:30 p.m. Attendance is free for all community members.  Theatre AUM’s members have been hard at work preparing for the performance and modifying it to meet COVID-19 safety protocols. Each performance of this show will […]