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Asa Mullins puts away a book in Bird Song on Jan. 23. Bird Song, one of several campus area used bookstores, has had to deal with a structure fire and other economic issues in order to stay afloat.
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Used bookstores down, but not out

Kevin Jackson | July 26

Twenty years ago, there were dozens of used bookstores surrounding campus. Though that number shrank significantly, there are still a few places where bookworms can go to indulge in their passion for literature. Bird Song, on University Boulevard and Central Avenue, draws dozens of readers looking to buy or sell books while Book Stop, tucked away on the 3000 block of Silver Avenue, is a brick-and-mortar front to an intimate setting. Despite a shrinking market, used bookstore owners remain optimistic about their futures.

Jonathan Wolfe holds fractals drawn by school children. Check out page 18 for a profile of the man who dedicated his life to the fractal phenomenon.
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'Fractal Man' fosters new approach to learning math

Alexandra Swanberg | July 26

Jonathan Wolfe’s vision is as limitless as the fractals that dominate his mind. A balloonist, artist and scientist,“The Fractal Man” is on his way to spreading fractal knowledge worldwide. “It’s incredibly gratifying as an artist to impact so many people so powerfully,” Wolfe said.

Student Alex Langston, who calls himself Mud Octave in his solo project, settles into a groove in one of the architecture building’s elevators.
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Artist's Avenue

July 19

Alex Langston plays the bass with heavy influence from Captain Beefheart, Frank Zappa and Primus. He calls himself Mud Octave.

The Setonian
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Tap dance expo blends styles

Alisha Catanach | July 19

Show stopper Roxane Butterfly will perform tap dance infused with Flamenco and Middle Eastern styles at the 12th annual New Mexico Tap Dance Jam on July 23 and 24. Butterfly’s appearance is a special happening for Albuquerque, as she usually only performs in big cities like New York or Chicago, Liz Salganek, producer of Tap Dance Jam, said.

Basil Pesto with Pasta and Summer Vegetables 
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Pesto sauce: Alluring Italian fare

Emma Difani | July 12

Basil Pesto with Pasta and Summer Vegetables  Ingredients 2 cups roughly chopped basil 2 cloves of garlic 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (or pine nuts) 1/3 cup parmesan cheese 1 zucchini 1 large bell pepper 1 Lb pasta of your choice, cooked according to package directions 1-2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes cut in half  Originating in northern Italy, pesto is a basil-based sauce that can accompany anything from sandwiches to grilled veggies to pasta.

The Setonian
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Arte de muertos is alive and well

Jonathon Cunningham | July 6

The Day of the Dead is rising early this year. El Arte de Muertos Expo, Albuquerque’s largest Day of the Dead art exhibition, is coming to the Agave del Sol Event Center this weekend. The Arte de Muertos Expo averages 40-50 artists from across the Southwest.

The Setonian
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Recreation Services offers students cheap thrills

Jenny Gignac | June 28

If you can’t afford a vacation, UNM Recreation Services might have a solution for you. One of the many resources and services the department offers is the UNM Getaway Adventure program, which offers opportunities for students to tap into a series of outdoor recreation year-round.

The Setonian
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Local novel a must-read: Preview

Candace Hsu | June 28

UNM is turning the page and opening up Bless Me, Ultima to campus newcomers. The Lobo Reading Experience is back for the second time, featuring Rudolfo Anaya’s book, Bless Me, Ultima.

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