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Monday, October 19, 2026Meet Paprika: AUMTeach's slithering teaching partner brings STEM learning to life
Meet Paprika: AUMTeach's slithering teaching partner brings STEM learning to life Auburn University at Montgomery's orange mascot, Curtiss the Warhawk, is no longer the only colorful creature associated with the university. Meet Paprika, AUM's friendly, 20-month-old corn snake who serves as an education animal and teaching partner for students in AUMTeach, a minor program at the university that allows undergraduate STEM majors to earn a secondary teaching certificate while
Monday, October 19, 2026AUM College of Business set to welcome Why Not Win Institute with Ribbon Cutting, Open House
AUM College of Business set to welcome Why Not Win Institute with ribbon cutting, open house WHO: Larry D. Thornton Sr., Montgomery native, co-founder and board chair of the Why Not Win Institute (WNWI), and Birmingham’s first Black McDonald’s franchise owner. WHAT: An open house celebrating WNWI’s new office on the AUM campus. Guests can tour the office, meet Thornton and the WNWI staff and learn about the institute’s plans for the future. The event is free and open to the
Friday, October 16, 2026AUM College of Business set to welcome Why Not Win Institute with Oct. 20 open house
Why Not Win Institute Founder and Montgomery native Larry D. Thornton Sr. named executive in residence as WNWI expands its reach MONTGOMERY, Ala. -- A Montgomery native who became Birmingham's first Black McDonald's franchise owner is bringing his business expertise and his leadership institute home to Auburn University at Montgomery College of Business. Larry D. Thornton Sr., co-founder and board chair of the Why Not Win Institute, a nonprofit leadership development organization, has been invited to
Tuesday, September 22, 2026AUM ranks among South’s top public universities in 2027 U.S. News rankings
Auburn University at Montgomery continues to rank among the South’s leading public universities, earning a No. 35 ranking among public regional universities in the South in the 2027 U.S. News & World Report “Best Colleges” rankings. The recognition comes during a period of strong enrollment momentum for AUM, which welcomed 1,801 new students for Fall 2026 — one of the largest incoming classes during Chancellor Carl A. Stockton’s tenure. “This recognition comes at a time of tremendous momentum for
Thursday, September 10, 2026AUM Study Seeks Families Involved in Entrepreneurship and Down Syndrome
The NIH R15 Project award provides $508,516 for our three-year study of entrepreneurship, emotional well-being, and financial stress among adults with Down syndrome and their primary caregivers at Auburn University at Montgomery. Some adults with Down syndrome and their caregivers work together in a small business. We want to understand their experiences of responsibilities, financial stress, and well-being alongside those of families in other employment situations. Chamber members may know family
Thursday, July 09, 2026Faulkner Law, Auburn University at Montgomery Sign Agreement for Accelerated Law Degree Program
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Faulkner University's Thomas Goode Jones School of Law and Auburn University at Montgomery have signed an agreement creating an accelerated pathway for eligible students to earn both a bachelor's degree and a Juris Doctor in six years. Faulkner University President Mitch Henry and AUM Chancellor Carl Stockton signed the memorandum of understanding on July 6, 2026, officially establishing the partnership between the two institutions. The agreement, commonly known as a "3+3" program, allows
Wednesday, April 08, 2026ServisFirst Bank Montgomery Announces New Advisory Board Members John Mazyck and Bryant Wood Join ServisFirst Bank Advisory Board
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – ServisFirst Bank, a subsidiary of ServisFirst Bancshares (NYSE:SFBS), is pleased to announce the addition of John Mazyck, CEO of The Frazier Lanier Company, and Bryant Wood, Vice President of Sales of Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers, to the ServisFirst Bank Montgomery Advisory Board, effective February 2026. “John and Bryant each bring decades of leadership experience and strong ties to the Montgomery business community,” states Carl Barker, Executive Vice President, Regional CEO of
Wednesday, January 28, 2026HARDY JOINS SMARTBANK’S MONTGOMERY TEAM
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – SmartBank is pleased to welcome Chase Hardy to its Montgomery team as a Senior Vice President, Corporate Relationship Manager. With a career spanning 16 years of banking experience and a deep understanding of the local market, Hardy will play a key role in strengthening client partnerships and supporting the bank’s continued growth in the region. “We are excited to welcome Chase to the team,” said Jay Baker, Market President. “His dedication to helping clients achieve their financial
Wednesday, January 14, 2026SMARTBANK PROMOTES JAY BAKER TO MARKET PRESIDENT
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – SmartBank is pleased to announce Jay Baker has been promoted to Market President for Montgomery County, Alabama. In his previous position as Corporate Relationship Manager, Baker dedicated over four years to cultivating strong partnerships with commercial clients and driving significant business growth across Montgomery. Leveraging extensive experience in commercial credit, underwriting, portfolio management, and advanced financial analysis, he brings a collaborative and forward-looking
