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After shutdown, students say SNAP disruption revealed deep need

After shutdown, students say SNAP disruption revealed deep need

photo credits to Ron Lach on pexels.com With the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits now restored, some AUM students say last month’s pause revealed how vulnerable college students are when it comes to food affordability. Sky Williams, freshman sociology major after being interviewed in the AUM Bookstore. (photo courtesy of Jordan White) Sky Williams, freshman sociology major, shared her own fears as a campus resident living with celiac disease and a gluten-free diet. “It’s really hard to make sure I have food… with the price hikes on them already plus inflation price hikes, it’s making meals and finding affordable…
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AUM food pantry fights hunger

AUM food pantry fights hunger

photo courtesy of Julia M. Cameron on pexels.com Did you know nearly 40% of college students face food insecurity? Food insecurity among college students happens for many reasons, some being the cost of food and lack of resources for students to get access to food in non-traditional ways.  The AUM Food Pantry serves anywhere from 75-100 students a week, but Food Pantry Chair Sarah Bagget said numbers vary. “We may have days where we serve 40 students and others where we may serve 10, so it really depends,” she said.  The number of students that visit the pantry also has…
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Let’s get spooky: Haunted Circus photo gallery

Let’s get spooky: Haunted Circus photo gallery

On October 29, AUM’s SWOT, AUMLive, AUMnibus and Spectrum brought a Haunted Circus to the campus in Taylor Center 230. Students, faculty and staff got to walk through and be scared by clowns, jack in the box, lion, creepy shadow, magicians, scary twins, and be escorted through by snack vendors (photos courtesy of Nichlos Cutrell).
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McCain becomes all-time kill leader in AUM volleyball history

McCain becomes all-time kill leader in AUM volleyball history

Kendall McCain on the volleyball court after the Christian Brothers game (photo courtesy of Nichlos Cutrell). Senior outside hitter Kendall McCain made history, becoming Auburn University at Montgomery’s all-time leader in career last month in a dramatic match against Valdosta State at The Athletics Complex. “Breaking the record is special to me,” McCain said, “I put in a lot of work these past few years, so I’m super honored that they recognized it and everything.” The volleyball star recorded her record-breaking 760th kill midway through the match, surpassing the previous mark of 759 held by former player Nyah Whittlesey who…
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Singing, dancing and theatrics: Showtime at the Apollo photo gallery

Singing, dancing and theatrics: Showtime at the Apollo photo gallery

Yesterday AUM Housing and Residence Life hosted their annual Showtime at the Apollo event at The Commons Pedway. Students got to compete against each other while showcasing their talents. The winners of the event were The Lucky Lorax in first place, Ghostface in second place and Rodd in third place.
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Friendly competition and greek unity: Greek Stroll Off photo gallery

Friendly competition and greek unity: Greek Stroll Off photo gallery

On September 25 AUM Greeks go together to host a Greek Stroll Off in Taylor Center 221-222. It was friendly competition with students, faculty, staff and community member enjoying the show (photos courtesy of Jordan White).
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Students and faculty reflect on AI, media and the future of creativity

Students and faculty reflect on AI, media and the future of creativity

Photo courtesy of Steve Johnson on unsplash.com By: Nicholas Drayton MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The impact of artificial intelligence on different professions is manifesting in different fields such as medicine and government, as well as technology, the arts and media fields. This advent of technology has created a level of excitement along with apprehension among students and educators at Auburn University at Montgomery. Sophomore nursing major Jewels Wolfe sharing her thoughts on artificial intelligence. (Photo courtesy of Nicholas Drayton) Jewels Wolfe, a sophomore nursing major from Phenix City voiced a cautionary stance. “I feel like it’s good for certain things, but…
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Learning about building new leaders and functioning businesses: Chancellor’s Business Breakfast photo gallery

Learning about building new leaders and functioning businesses: Chancellor’s Business Breakfast photo gallery

On September 17, AUM held the Chancellor's Business Breakfast with guest speaker Cynthia Crutchfield in Taylor Center 230. Student, faculty, staff and community members got to enjoy some breakfast and listen to Crutchfiled talk about supporting future leaders and building businesses.
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AUM officially welcomes new students to Warhawk Nation

AUM officially welcomes new students to Warhawk Nation

Auburn University Montgomery greeted its newest Warhawks last Friday during the university's annual New Student Convocation, where students learned what it means to be a Warhawk. The event started at 9:30 a.m. at the Taylor Center where students were grouped by college, including the College of Sciences, the College of Education, the College of Business, the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, the College of Nursing and Health Sciences and the University College, giving new students an opportunity to mingle with other freshmen and transfer students from their college. At 10 a.m. students lined up for the official convocation…
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