Spotlight Archives - The AUMnibus

6Apr

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University

AUM Professor Spotlight

BY: Justin Hicks AUM is blessed to have such a great team of professors that enhance the learning experience for all students who step into their classrooms. Dr. Hilary Gamble and Dr. Eunyoung Kim are professors in the Communication and Theatre Department of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. These professors show a dedication to not only their students but also to research outside the classroom. Let's get to know them a little more. Dr. Hilary Gamble Dr. Hilary Gamble received her undergraduate degree in communications with a plan to move to a Top 10 news market to get a job behind the scenes as a director She decided that life wasn't for her and after some consideration decided to go back to school. Dr. Gamble’s primary question during her master's educatio...

Student Spotlight: AUM University Honors Program with Hadassah Gaddis + Brennan DePace

4Dec

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Campus, Opinion

Student Spotlight: AUM University Honors Program with Hadassah Gaddis + Brennan DePace

BY: Allison Stewart Excellence is the standard for academics and community service in the AUM University Honors Program. Inspired by global citizenship and a “blowing up the box” mentality, UHP strives to create quality students. Hadassah Gaddis and Brennan DePace are no exception to UHP’s mission. As Warhawks in UHP, Hadassah and Brennan are required to complete honors seminars and colloquiums. These courses force students to think critically and welcome a diverse way of thinking. Taught by professors from various academic backgrounds, students are exposed to a variety of teaching styles, too. Hadassah is proud to be a part of Delta Zeta here at AUM. Hadassah is a sophomore. She started the UHP program during her first semester at AUM. She is majoring in childhood/elementary...

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

8Nov

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

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 Officer Training Corps (AROTC) and Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC). Both are dedicated to preparing aspiring leaders for military service . Unfamiliar with AFRO...

Student Spotlight: Sociology Department with Antoinique Smith and Jesse Guffin

23Oct

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Student Spotlight: Sociology Department with Antoinique Smith and Jesse Guffin

BY: Allison Stewart Everyone has a different college story. Not every student is a recent high school graduate or began their college journey as a Warhawk. AUM provides the tools for all types of students, whether they are traditional, nontraditional or transfers. Antoinique Smith and Jesse Guffin did not begin their college journey at AUM. Antoinique transferred from De Anza College in California in 2018. Jesse transferred from the main campus of Auburn University a little over two years ago. Now, both aspiring Warhawks are pursuing their degrees in sociology. At the start of her academic career, Antoinique knew sociology was her desired field. Here at AUM, her favorite thing about the program is the opportunity she has to learn about who she really is. Antoinique explained th...