By Daniel Sanders Madalynn Hughes is a freshman Elementary Education major here at the University of Montevallo. She was born in Kokomo, Indiana and moved to Lakeview, Alabama three years ago. One of Hughes’ reasons…
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…
UM professor wins state chess championship
Varagona has been at UM for approximately six years, but is a lifelong chess player. Photo by Adam McCain The Alabama State Chess Championship came to a close this year with the University of Montevallo’s…
Spoken word poetry fills Farmer Hall at UPC…
Falley uses spoken word as a form of activism. Photo by Jamie Browder Megan Falley is a native New Yorker, award winning feminist poet and author who began performing her poetry at coffee shops, bars…
Girl boss Julia Davis launches original organizational product
The Practical Planner features a 13 month academic calendar, laminated covers and a functional lay-flat design. Photo by Kat Bell When UM students hear the name Julia Davis, they are likely to think of Julia…
UM’s “Hidden Gem”: The Interdisciplinary Studies Program
Former IDS major Cocoa Laney is a testament to the program’s success. Photo by Caleb Jones Picking a major is one of the most important things a new student does when they come to college…