Editor, I would not give up my strong romantic attraction for certain men for all the money and fame in the world. The main purpose of sex is not to make more babies, especially with the soaring world population of 6.6 billion people. The main purpose of sex is a mutually affectionate, pleasurable connection between persons - female and female, female and male, male and male.
David Schmidly was sworn in Sunday as UNM's 19th president. "If anyone is able to connect with the various constituents as large and diverse as at the University of New Mexico, it is David Schmidly," Faculty Senate President Jackie Hood said.
Mark Erasmus' letter published in the Daily Lobo on Wednesday contains errors and distortions that misrepresent health care in Cuba. I have visited Cuba four times in the last 30 years for in-depth study of the Cuban public health system and primary care services. Although some problems arise in any system, the Cuban approach to health care has achieved remarkable accomplishments.
More than 100 people rallied at The Pit on Sunday to celebrate patriotism and the American flag. The event was held after a student was accused of committing a hate crime for taking down a Mexican flag last month from outside Scholes Hall and tearing it up, said Paul Caputo, who organized the rally.
Editor, There have been several contradictory statements regarding the efficacy of vitamin and calcium supplements in recent weeks. This critical issue merits further discussion. Evidence that calcium supplements prevent osteoporosis in older women does not square with the fact that U.
Editor, This is an open letter to all UNM students. One of President David Schmidly's first priorities was to establish a division of enrollment management that would bring all the critical enrollment processes students must navigate under the responsibility of one person instead of three or four.
Nick Lawson Sophomore Undecided He is some kind of politician, right? I don't know too much about him, actually. Leandrea Eskeets Freshman Native American Studies and biology He's done a lot of stuff for New Mexico and a lot of stuff that he has pushed to better New Mexico. A lot of stuff ...
The Mexican gray wolf is UNM's namesake, but a student group said the University isn't doing enough to protect its mascot.
After a frustrating loss to BYU, the UNM football team will have extra time to get banged-up players healthy and prepare for Wyoming. UNM head coach Rocky Long said his team is also hoping to correct some mistakes during the bye week.
Mitchell Hall has cultivated more than knowledge in the past few years, student Rene Estes-Roberts said. "It smells like sewer," she said. "It makes me think of port-o-potties and smells just being trapped."
About half the state won't be able to identify itself as the 505 after this weekend. Parts of New Mexico will change to the 575 area code Sunday.
The UNM men's tennis team is gearing up to host the Balloon Fiesta Invitational this weekend at the Lobo Tennis Club. However, only three UNM players will compete.
Editor, I am so tired of reading about the flag incident from last month. We all know that Peter Lynch should not have torn the Mexican flag. An article in Thursday's Daily Lobo quotes him as saying that. So, let's move on. As far as charging him with a hate crime, I find the idea ridiculous.
Editor, I am writing in response to the letter by Richard Garcia published in the Daily Lobo on Tuesday. I am disappointed Garcia is joining the crowds that continue to criticize the president of Iran based on a few quotes that are floating in the media.
Editor, GPSA will make some very important decisions this Saturday as a response to the recent events inspired by racial and ethnic hatred. Three separate resolutions - FR07-008: Anti-Discrimination and Hate Crimes, FR07-007: Diversity and Equity, and FR07-006: International Student Rights - will be introduced and discussed among the council representatives.
David Schmidly will be inaugurated Sunday as UNM's president, the third in five years. The previous 18 presidents shaped the University into what it is today.
A group of about 30 students, faculty and staff demanded Wednesday that student Peter Lynch be charged with committing hate crimes. The group also called on UNM administrators to implement a zero-tolerance policy for acts of hatred and bigotry on campus.
In mainstream culture, reggae music is commonly associated with smoking ganja, cultivating dreadlocks and speaking in a colorful dialect.
Editor, The Daily Lobo has completely failed students in its coverage of the City Council election. The headline of Tuesday's article read "Voting begins today ...." However, voting ended Tuesday and began nearly three weeks ago. The article directs readers to the city's Web site to locate their polling places.
While some students look forward to finishing their degrees, others are looking for ways to stay in school longer. The Graduate and Professional School Symposium will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. today in the SUB.
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