Dr. Jeff Walker, a professor of Communication Studies in the Department of Communication at the University of Montevallo, has been named the new Director of the UM Honors Program. Following in Dr. Cathlena Martin’s footsteps,…
UM professor of 10,000 students plans on retirement
69-year-old McMinn intends to remain in the area following his retirement, but not without first embarking on a European river cruise with his wife in the spring. Photo courtesy of University Marketing and Communications. July…
The gift-giver’s guide to shopping locally
Sweaters are abound in the recently-opened Brass Monkey boutique. Photo by Katie Compton As November comes to its sleepy end, there are few absolutes that Alabamians can rely on. Will the weather actually get any…
Online Exclusive: The social impact of NPHC organizations
Members of every Greek organization at UM pose for an all-encompassing group shot. Photo courtesy of University Marketing and Communications Stepping, strolling and roll calls might be the first things that come to mind when…
Former UM student makes directing debut
Up and coming director Luis Abe Jimenez poses on a Birmingham rooftop. Photo by Jaysen Michael On Oct. 20, former UM student and local independent film director Luis Abe Jimenez made his debut with his feature horror…
Communication professors work toward community change
The SDCP has been active in moderating and facilitating deliberative community forums in Montevallo, such as those for the Non-Discrimination Ordinance (NDO). Pictured above is the town hall meeting where the NDO was passed. Photo…
Scientists discover real-life planet Vulcan
Last week, the discovery of a new exoplanet orbiting the star HD26965, also known as 40 Eridani A, made headlines for a pretty unusual reason—the planet’s mention in “Star Trek” as Spock’s home planet, Vulcan. Unlike some…
Award-winning journalist visits UM
Bunch graduated from UM in 1985. Photo courtesy of Joey Bunch On Thursday, Sept. 27, University of Montevallo alumnus and Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Joey Bunch gave a lecture in Strong Hall. Bunch has worked an impressive 32 years as a writer and was eager…