In this issue:
Wednesday and Thursday: Explore the legacy of the Hiroshima and Nagasaki atomic bombings
The decisions made in 1945 to drop atomic bombs on the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki continue to shape the world's geopolitics and U.S. foreign policy. The Office of International Affairs will host "Hiroshima/Nagasaki: The Aftermath and Legacy" on Wednesday, Oct. 31, and Thursday, Nov. 1, in Moore Hall 106N. On Oct. 31 there will be a screening at 6 p.m. of the documentary "White Light/Black Rain: The Destruction of Hiroshima and Nagasaki" followed by a panel discussion. On Nov. 1, a reception will be held at 6 p.m. followed by a live telecast with a survivor of the Hiroshima bombing. The goals of the two-night program are to better inform audiences on campus and in the community and challenge them to engage in deeper introspection on the topic. Both events are free and open to the public. Call 334-244-3224 to reserve seats.
Thursday: Faculty and staff - learn how Taylor Center offices impact student success during two information sessions
Join the offices of the Taylor Center as they share how the roles of their departments impact student success. This is a great session for those that would like to understand how they can best support our students, as well as understand the numerous offerings of each Taylor Center department. Do you have a particular question or topic that you would like addressed? If so, email Tyler Peterson at tpeters7@aum.edu.
- Thursday, Nov. 1, 9 - 11 a.m., Goodwyn Hall 109
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Staff Council fall office decoration winners announced
Congratulations to the winning offices in the Staff Council Fall Spirit Office Decorating Contest:
Autumn is Here - University Relations
2nd place - Cashier Office and Financial Aid
It's Scary Times - Admissions and Recruiting
2nd place - Housing and Residence Life
Orange and Black All Over - Student Affairs
2nd place - Human Resources
The winning offices will receive a continental breakfast from The Roost. The Staff Council thanks all of the offices that participated.
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ESL signs agreement to provide training to Korean students interning in Alabama
Michael Jang, president of American Industry Human Link (AIHL), signed an agreement with Auburn Montgomery’s English as a Second Language (ESL) Program recently, establishing a partnership through which AUM will provide communicative ESL training to Korean students interning in Alabama through AIHL’s Step of Success program. The ESL program provides English language training to non-native speakers, including students who live abroad and want to improve their English language proficiency before entering an American university. Courses are designed to help students master the English language and succeed in their academic, professional and personal lives. AUM ESL is home to Alabama’s only test center for the International English Language Testing System and the only program in Montgomery awarded membership to the American Association of Intensive English Programs.
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AUM to celebrate Confucius Institute grand opening on Friday
A delegation of 13 Chinese dignitaries will visit campus on Nov. 2 for the grand opening of AUM’s new Confucius Institute. The daylong celebration will feature a variety of cultural exhibits and performances – from calligraphy demonstrations to a hibachi-style cooking show. Learn more and see schedule of events
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Green Alliance brown bag lunch to focus on sustainability on Tuesday
The Green Alliance Brown Bag Lunch Series will welcome Matthew McCollough, Urban Forestry Program Specialist from the Alabama Forestry Commission, to present "Creating a More Sustainable Tomorrow" on Tuesday, Oct. 30, from 12:05 to 12:45 p.m. in Taylor Center 230. The program is open to all students, faculty and staff, and refreshments will be provided.
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Welcome back AUM retirees at Tuesday's reunion
AUM welcomes back its retirees tomorrow, Oct. 30, at the annual AUM Retirees Reunion. Drop by Taylor Center 223 from 10 to 10:30 a.m. and visit with some of your former colleagues.
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Little ghouls and goblins of the Early Childhood Center to parade on Wednesday
The boys and girls of the AUM Early Childhood Center will don their Halloween costumes and go on parade on Wednesday in the Quad beginning at 9:15 a.m. Everyone on campus is invited to the parade. Be sure to bring some treats for the little ones.
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Engineering Club to host Hyundai engineer for presentation on Friday
The AUM Engineering Club will host "Improvements in the Production Process," a presentation by Thomas Keiffer, mechanical engineer at Hyundai, on Friday, Nov. 2, at 2 p.m. in Goodwyn Hall 111. Everyone is welcome, and refreshments will be available beginning at 1:30 p.m.
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Conference and Campus Services to unveil online reservation system on Nov. 5
Conference and Campus Services is ready and excited to officially roll out the new online room reservation application to make reserving space on campus easier and more efficient. An informational meeting will be held to discuss and demonstrate the new application on Monday, Nov. 5, from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. in Taylor Center 223.
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Mailroom hosting informational session on Nov. 5
The AUM Mailroom will host an informational session to discuss mailing practices and procedures on Monday, Nov. 5, from 10 to 11 a.m.
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Staff Council extends staff scholarship application deadline to Nov. 9
AUM staffers furthering their professional development through education are invited to apply for the Auburn Montgomery Staff Council Scholarship by Friday, Nov. 9. Staff members applying for the AUM Staff Council Scholarship should demonstrate a strong desire for personal and professional growth, must have been employed at AUM for at least three years prior to applying, must be enrolled in a degree program and must have completed 20 semester hours of academic work, maintaining an institutional grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. Application
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Warhawks soccer teams shutout rival Faulkner, begin preparing for conference tournaments
Both the men's and women's Warhawks soccer teams shut out cross-town rival Faulkner University on Saturday, and now the focus turns to the Southern States Athletic Conference tournaments.
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Warhawks women's basketball begins season Tuesday, looks to return to glory
After several tough losses last season, Auburn Montgomery women's basketball coach Dan Davis believes this year's team has the depth to return AUM to its historical place near the top of the Southern States Athletic Conference. Read more at aumathletics.com
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Dining Services welcomes new personnel to AUM
Dining Services would like to welcome two new faces to AUM. Andrew Woodbury is the new Dining Manager, and he can be reached at chartwells_awoodbury@aum.edu. The new catering manager is Danielle Kelley,and she can be reached at catering@aum.edu or on the catering cell phone at 334-313-1843.
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Dining Services announces Thanksgiving holiday hours
- Saturday, Nov. 17: ALL UNITS CLOSED
- Sunday, Nov. 18: ALL UNITS CLOSED
- Monday, Nov. 19: Starbucks open 7:30 - 11 a.m.
- Tuesday, Nov. 20: Starbucks open 7:30 - 11 a.m.
- Wednesday, Nov. 21, through Sunday, Nov. 25: ALL UNITS CLOSED
- Monday, Nov. 26: Resume normal operating hours.
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Faculty and staff invited to submit papers for 2013 conference on democracy and development in Africa
The Department of Political Science is inviting faculty and staff to participate in next year's Conference on Development and Democracy in Africa: Shared Innovations. The conference is scheduled for September, funded by the Khalid Global Initiative, and offered in collaboration with the Alabama World Affairs Council and the Office of International Relations at AUM. Read more about subject matter and submission deadline
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Circle K International serves campus, local communities
The month of October has been a busy one for students involved with the Circle K International club at AUM. These students are striving to make a difference by volunteering for various fundraisers and events. Read more about what Circle K has been up to
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Future engineers from AUM visit Rheem for taste of modern manufacturing methods
Earlier this month, 26 students from Introduction to Engineering, along with Associate Professor Dr. Yi Wang, visited Rheem Corporation's water heater manufacturing and testing facility in Montgomery. Rheem ranks second among water heater manufacturers in North America and has facilities in Montgomery, Illinois and Mexico. The students were welcomed by Chief Engineer Joe Boro and several of his staff. The visit opened with a PowerPoint presentation of the the history, products, design process and advanced technology at Rheem. The students then were split into two groups alternating to tour the assembly line and the research and development lab. The visit gave AUM's engineering students a first-hand peek at a modern factory and multiple engineering disciplines, including mechanical, electrical, material and software engineering. The tour was the second of two designed for the Introduction to Engineering course.
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Dr. Yanyi Djamba, Director of the Center for Demographic Research and Professor in Sociology; Dr. Theresa Davidson, Associate Professor of Sociology at Samford University; and Dr. Mosisa Aga, Associate Professor in Mathematics at AUM, presented the paper "The State of Sexual Health in the U.S. South: Opportunities and Challenges" at the annual meeting of the Southern Demographic Association held in Williamsburg, Va., Oct. 10-12. This presentation was based on a study conducted by the Center for Demographic Research with a grant from the Ms. Foundation for Women.
Elvar Sigurdsson, a sophomore midfielder majoring in biology from Kopavogur, Iceland, recently was named the third recipient of the Army ROTC Athletic Achievement Award for the 2012-13 school year for his efforts both on and off the field. Read more at aumathletics.com
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Theatre AUM - An Evening of One Acts: Nov. 1-10
Monday, Oct. 29
Tuesday, Oct. 30
Wednesday, Oct. 31
Thursday, Nov. 1
Friday, Nov. 2
Saturday, Nov. 3
For additional events, check the AUM events calendar.
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