Campus housing underwent upgrades and renovations this summer in time for incoming students. But some students say the upgrades only scratched the surface of what the dorms need. Walt Miller, associate vice president of Student Life, said the renovations are the first phase of a larger renovation process.
Andrew Yiannakis wants to make UNM the mecca for classical jujutsu. "There's a bunch of martial art here in Albuquerque," he said. "You have Brazilian Jujutsu and variations from other systems. These systems are sport- or competition-oriented. They basically severed their moorings, their roots, and they no longer reflect the original philosophies and traditions from which they came.
Comedian Chris Clobber answers his phone with a long sentence in French when he doesn't recognize the incoming number. "I just do that to throw off people," he said. His brand of comedy is the same way. To get a laugh, he freaks out the audience instead of trying to relate.
In its home-opener, the UNM women's soccer team couldn't notch a win against the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks on Sunday at the UNM Soccer Complex. But the Lobos didn't lose, either. In a physically contested battle with as many spills and slide tackles as a football game, the Lobos and Lumberjacks finished the afternoon tied 1-1.
The Sigma Chi fraternity hosted a charity tennis match for the Huntsman Cancer Institute on Saturday. The institute conducts cancer research and depends on donations for more than one-third of its funding. Saturday's stakes were higher than those of most tennis matches, however, as the loser had to shave his head.
Daily Lobo: What made you decide to major in biology? Carmela Carrasco: Well, I want to go to med school, so it gives you the most requirements, and I love biology. DL: What do you love most about biology? CC: I just think it's really cool to know how the world works and understand the way things happen the way they do.
Patricia Brown started volunteering in her community nearly 45 years ago. The 82-year-old Brown has spent thousands of hours supporting New Mexico community projects and people in need. Her first big project raised money for a child guidance center, and, once involved, she said she discovered the tremendous joy that comes with helping others.
Editor, On the news this morning, I heard another woman was attacked on the UNM campus. This time the attacker was a homeless man, most likely drunk. A shiver went down my spine, because I was approached by three large, seemingly homeless men on Thursday. One said in an aggressive manner, "Hey, how 'bout a little bed and breakfast?" as he lurched toward me.
In a game punctuated by thundering African drums and the cheers of 2,451 people, the 19th ranked UNM men's soccer team gutted out a 104 minute bout with third-ranked Notre Dame but came up short, losing 2-1 in double overtime. It was UNM's lone exhibition game of the fall and its first game since advancing to the NCAA tournament where the Lobos lost to UCLA 1-0 in the opening round.
Freshmen and their parents flooded campus Sunday, celebrating and preparing for a new school year. Organized by the University Secretary's Office, Freshman Family Day is an annual event that attracts about 5,000 people, said Donna Hoff, program specialist at the office.
Signed, sealed and delivered. Although head coach Rocky Long said that he and Athletics Director Paul Krebs agreed on a contract extension as early as July, the University finally made it official, announcing Long's five-year extension Tuesday. Long's annual salary jumped from $439,000 to $750,000.
Editor, I am one someone many call "a bitter Hillary Clinton supporter for John McCain." But I'm voting for McCain for the reasons stated below and for no other reason. As a decorated prisoner of war and Vietnam veteran, McCain has earned his stripes, and he is not so far off the "maverick" issues that he won't do everything he can to give the American people the best possible straight face on the issues facing the country.
Rep. Tom Udall said he is making a strong push to connect with the students of UNM and address the needs of the average student as he campaigns for the Senate. "I absolutely loved my time here at UNM, and I especially love being able to work with the students as I campaign," Udall said.
Editor, It seems out of place for UNM to be spending $4 million on a new set of fancy clothes to create a new image when no one is addressing the real problems that need to be solved. That money could easily raise the salaries of the staff and part-time faculty.
What are you most looking forward to this fall? David Wilde Grad student Creative writing "I'm looking forward to applying for fellowships and taking some Spanish and Greek classes, and possibly some Portuguese." Miguel Rivera Sophomore Psychology "I think it will be an improvement from last fall.
Staff Report Since being drafted by the Boston Celtics, former Lobo basketball player JR Giddens has been ping-ponging across the United States - Texas, California, Oklahoma, Boston, and, most recently, New Mexico. His life, he said, revolves around basketball.
Chris Hernandez lines up split out to the left in a two-wide-receiver bunch formation. His teammate, cornerback DeAndre Wright, jogs out opposite of him, tip-toeing the line of scrimmage. As the ball is snapped, Wright gives Hernandez a friendly jam, upsetting the timing of Hernadez's slant route and forcing Donovan Porterie to check-down to his running back.
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