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Cause still a mystery in UNM student dorm death

Officials at the state Office of the Medical Investigator have not yet determined the cause of death for a 47-year-old student who was found in his Student Resident Center dorm room Oct. 4. Tim Stepetic, associate director of the Office of the Medical Investigator, said toxicology tests are in the process of being performed and that they should shed light on why the senior biology major died.

Police believe series of auto burglaries related

UNM police are investigating a series of auto burglaries that were reported Friday and Saturday at a number of locations around campus. According to the UNM Police Department dispatch log, officers responded to and filed reports concerning 14 auto burglaries that were reported in a two-day period.

Comics

Column: Latest Iraqi debate reminiscent of 90s

by Robert Zelnick Knight Ridder-Tribune Eleven years ago, 45 Senate Democrats and two Republicans voted against granting President George H.W. Bush authority to wage war against Iraq. For months, as Iraq cemented its stranglehold on Kuwait, witnesses before Sen.

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Hopeful royalty raise funds for foundation

Students running for UNM's 2002 Homecoming Court took time out of their busy schedules last week to partner with the New Mexico Cystic Fibrosis Foundation to raise money for national Cystic Fibrosis Week. The students in contention for the title of Homecoming king and queen sold "roses" for $10 as part of the extensive community service that accompanies the title of Homecoming representative for UNM.

Lobos look to beat Utah Utes for Homecoming

This week is supposed to be full of college tradition. It's our chance as students to choose a king and queen to represent the University of New Mexico. Yes folks, Homecoming week is upon us and one thing that spells is football. I know a lot of us still have a bitter taste in our mouths from Saturday's disappointing loss to Utah State, but this is a chance for the student body to put aside those petty feelings and welcome home our football team.

COLUMN: Advertising's evolution useless

When psychologist Abraham Maslow developed the Hierarchy of Needs in the early 20th century, times were simpler. Businesses were still after accumulated monetary riches and the effects of the industrial revolution were being seen globally, but products were sold for their utility rather than for their appearances.

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First Homecoming party will have murals, music

by Jessica Quinn Daily Lobo Homecoming on the Range will kick off its first party on Tuesday, Oct. 22, at 10 a.m., with chalk murals, live music from CIVITAS, and a chance to meet the candidates for King and Queen in front of the UNM Bookstore. The chalk murals are one of a series of Cherry/Silver competitions that student organizations can participate in.

New degree offered

by Shelby Kocurek Daily Lobo Greg Cajete, the new director of UNM's Native American Studies, said he has plans to transform the program's minor into a bachelor's degree program. Cajete, a long time resident of New Mexico and member of the Santa Clara Pueblo, was appointed director in 2001, but because of sabbatical, he officially took over the position in May 2002.

Homecoming ushers in UNM soccer teams

Homecoming and American football go together like Angels and Rally Monkeys. F£tbol, or soccer if you prefer, and Homecoming usually do not. But this year UNM is including soccer as part of its "Homecoming on the Range" celebrations this week. The men's and women's soccer teams take on teams from the Air Force Academy Friday night as part of homecoming festivities.

Ford recognizes UNM American Indians

Staff Report Three UNM undergraduate American Indian students have been selected to be recipients of the Ford Motor Company/American Indian College Fund Corporate scholarship, a $5,000 award for the fall semester only bestowed upon 12 recipients nationwide.

Athletes of the week

UNM running back DonTrell Moore and the women's soccer defensive unit are this week's Daily Lobo Athletes of the Week. Moore had the best performance of his career on Saturday against Utah State in a 45-44 loss to the Aggies. The freshman had 166 yards on 24 carries and two touchdowns, becoming the first UNM freshman to top the 100-yard rushing mark.

Errors earn Lobos a loss in overtime

The University of New Mexico football team saw its chances of making a bowl game this year all but slip away with a 45-44 loss to Utah State University on Saturday. A combination of mental and physical errors doomed the Lobos in what might be the most disappointing loss of the season.

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COLUMN: Congress throws out Constitution for war

by Marc Torney Daily Egyptian U-Wire A defining moment in U.S. history occurred Oct. 10 as both the House and the Senate voted to pass the Joint Resolution to Authorize the Use of United States Armed Forces Against Iraq. These elected officials have done a great disservice to their country.

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