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Cuba's relations with the U.S. could ignite progress

David Lynch | April 1

It’s a natural inclination for one to want to be with their family in their home country when a parent passes away. Victor Santos, a UNM student who in 2009 came to the U.S. from Cuba with his family as political refugees, wasn’t afforded that opportunity when his father died earlier this year. The arduous process of getting a Cuban passport prevented him from doing so, as well as the cost – it’s about five times higher than getting a U.S. passport.

The UNM seal has been called a racist symbol by two local groups, The Red Nation and Kiva Club. The seal features a frontiersman and a conquistador, while the groups say it should celebrate indigenous heritage.

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Groups campaigning to abolish UNM official seal over racism

Denicia Aragon | March 31

The Red Nation and Kiva Club are campaigning to abolish the UNM's official seal, saying it is racist towards Native Americans. "The UNM [official seal] celebrates genocide and conquest—both are violations of basic human rights and belong in a museum of a bygone era," said The Red Nation co-founder Nick Estes. "It’s 2016 and UNM is still celebrating crimes against humanity – colonialism and genocide – and Natives are still underrepresented at all levels at the University.”

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Event aims to get Black women involved in medicine

Elizabeth Sanchez | March 31

UNM faculty and students will come together on Friday to discuss the role of black women in the field of medicine, and brainstorm solutions to lack of participation from the underprivileged community in the field. The event titled “Face of Medicine: Black Women in Medicine” will be held at the Domenici Center. According to the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) black women comprise just over one percent of faculty in academic medicine. Friday’s event is an attempt to raise awareness about the lack of representation of black women in academic medicine and to inspire attendees to take a stance on the subject, event organizers said.

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UNM professors help dub 'Finding Nemo' to Navajo

Elizabeth Sanchez | March 31

Since 2014, Joe Kee Jr. and Jennifer Wheeler have been translating and dubbing the script of the popular film "Finding Nemo" into Navajo through the Navajo Nation Museum, in the hopes of preserving the language for future generations. Navajo Nation Museum Director Manuelito Wheeler said the translated film recently premiered publicly throughout New Mexico, Arizona and Utah. He said there will eventually be future screenings once the museum finalizes a DVD release on April 26, when DVD copies will be available at the Navajo Nation Museum gift shop and Walmart.

Skulls stand on display at the Health Sciences Center. UNM regents approved a 4.5 percent increase in the cost of health care for all University employees, effective July 1.

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New health plan for UNM employees increases costs

Sayyed Shah | March 30

The UNM Board of Regents has approved changes to the health benefits plan for University employees despite strong opposition from staff members. As a result of the changes approved by the board, health care costs for UNM employees will increase by an average of 4.5 percent beginning July 1, University officials said.

Robert Del Campo, an executive director for the Innovation Academy guides a student in an Internship Fair which was held in Science and Technology Park Building on Tuesday evening. This fair was Innovation Academy's first attempt to involve six companies to guide students with their application documents.

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Job fair connects local businesses with students

Bryce Owens | March 29

The Science and Technology Corporation at UNM, a branch of the University invested in the creation of local intellectual and technological properties, held its first ever Innovation Fair on Tuesday to expose students to new opportunities. The event invited startup companies in New Mexico as well as UNM students who are looking for internships in the entrepreneurial or technology field. The potential and interest was meant to be mutual, as students provide a unique opportunity for companies present at the fair, said Rob DelCampo, executive director at UNM's Innovation Academy and a professor at the Anderson School of Management.

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UNM professor named Geochemical Fellow

Matthew Reisen | March 29

Yemane Asmerom , a professor in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences and director of the Radiogenic Isotope Laboratory, was recognized as one of 70 Geological Society of America Fellows, according to a UNM press release. The Geochemical Society and the European Association of Geochemistry are recognizing Asmerom with the honorary title of Geochemistry Fellow, according to the release. The award is given to scientists who have, over years, made a major contribution to the field.

ASUNM Sen. Justin Cooper (left) and President Jenna Hagengruber (right) listen to Chief of Staff Tori Pryor as she speaks during the town hall as part of ASUNM’s first ever State of ASUNM Address. The address and town hall touched on the lottery scholarships, ongoing safety initiatives and how better to engage the student body.

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State of ASUNM address engages students with their government

Denicia Aragon | March 29

The Associated Students of UNM held its first ever State of ASUNM address on Friday, allowing ASUNM President Jenna Hagengruber to give an update on issues involving the student government and the University as a whole. ASUNM Sen. Gabe Gallegos said ASUNM wanted to host an event where they could inform attendees of pressing issues that impact them.

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National writing organization elects UNM professor

Matthew Reisen | March 29

According to a University press release,UNM Assistant Professor of English Cristyn Elder has been elected by the National Council of Writing Program Administrators to the executive board. One of three newly elected members, Elder will begin a three-year term on July 1, according to the release. The CWPA Board oversees the organization, develops policies and also engages in special projects and initiatives

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UNM Adapted Sports Festival date set

Matthew Reisen | March 29

According to a UNM press release, the University of New Mexico Adapted Sports Festival is set for Saturday, April 16 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Jewish Community Center. The festival focuses on promoting physical activity and sports for those with disabilities, injury or illness, according to the release. It is additionally used to raise awareness of disability sports and physical activity throughout Bernalillo County.

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25th annual Research Days hosted by Biology Department

Matthew Reisen | March 29

According to a UNM press release, the Biology Department will host its 25th annual Research Day and Open House on Thursday and Friday. The annual event is a showcase for student research, celebrating discovery and education in the biological sciences, according to the release.

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MyUNM gets a facelift

Elizabeth Sanchez | March 29

UNM IT recently launched MyUNM 2.0 to replace the former version of the University website that is utilized campus-wide. IT Chief Information Officer Gilbert Gonzales said he initially requested a change when he noticed that the underlying website portal technology had not been altered much since 1998.

Adam Myers Gutierrez raises his hand during the voting of a budget motion Saturday morning. The meeting consisted of presentations by presidential candidates, discussions on the budget and many others topics.

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GPSA holds meeting for presidential candidates

Sayyed Shah | March 28

The 2016-17 GPSA presidential candidates presented their agendas to the GPSA Council in a meeting held in SUB Ballroom-A on Saturday. The meeting gave prospective candidates a chance to introduce themselves the council and to discuss the annual GPSA budget. Sally Barker, a public administration graduate student and a presidential candidate, said these are unsettling times for the University.

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Monday on the Street: How will the $157 tuition hike affect you?

Denicia Aragon | March 28

How will the $157 tuition hike affect you?

Regent Bradley C. Hosmer speaks to attendees of the Tuesday afternoon regent meeting that was held in the SUB Ballroom. The Tuesday meeting mentioned a 2.5% increase in tuition along with a tuition decrease for medical students.

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UNM regents approves tuition cut for med students

David Lynch | March 28

For the second consecutive year, medical students at the UNM Health Sciences Center will see a little more money in their wallets as the Board of Regents approved a one percent decrease in tuition just a couple of hours before approving a tuition increase for students on main campus. The result is a loss of $67,000 in potential tuition revenue. According to the HSC budget, even after the tuition cut, the HSC is still projected to make about $24.3 million via tuition from all HSC academic programs.

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Q&A with Anderson School of Management recruiter

Matthew Reisen | March 28

Anderson School of Management recruiter Lisa Beauchene has taken steps to bridge the gap between the pueblos of New Mexico and the business school. The Daily Lobo sat down with Beauchene to talk about the inaugural meeting of the All Pueblo Council of Governors at the Anderson School of Management, what goes into being a recruiter and how her background shaped her for that position.

Dancers perform on a stage as part of the 2015 LoboThon. LoboThon is a dance marathon that is designed to help raise money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. The 2016 marathon will be held April 2, 2016 at Johnson Gym.

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UNM to hold annual LoboTHON to benefit children's hospital

Denicia Aragon | March 25

The third annual LoboTHON, UNM's philanthropic 13.1 hour Dance Marathon, will be held on April 2 at noon in Johnson Gym to help raise money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. LoboTHON is both an event and organization that hosts events all year, the dance marathon is the biggest event the organization hosts. Matthew Davoudzadeh, executive director of LoboTHON, said it provides a way to celebrate all the other events throughout the year while raising money for the Children's Miracle Hospital in the process.

Faculty team leader Dimitri Kapelianis has had success at the past three Small Business Institute graduate-level national competitions. Kapelianis leads a team of students in a small business based marketing competition.

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Business students continue winning streak

Johnny Vizcaino | March 25

For the third year in a row, students from the Anderson School of Management returned from the Small Business Institute’s Project of the Year Competition in New Orleans with accolades in hand. This time around, the students enjoyed two third-place finishes: one in the Graduate/Specialized category, the other in the Graduate/Comprehensive category.

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Grad students help Middle Eastern girls get an education

Sayyed Shah | March 24

A group of UNM graduate students are facilitating access to education for girls going to school in Pakistan and Afghanistan — two countries marred by war and violence. The students provide lectures to girls in primary schools in Pakistan and facilitate their access to an education by providing financial support.

Gary Giron (left), executive director of the Alzheimer's Association of New Mexico and Dr. Janice Knoefel (center) speak with an attendee of the fifth annual Dementia Capable Providers: Person Centered Solutions conference, at the Sandia Resort and Casino. Dr. Knoefel was one of many speakers that presented at the conference Wednesday afternoon.

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UNM collabs on Alzheimer's conference

Elizabeth Sanchez | March 24

UNM’s Brain & Behavioral Health Institute and the New Mexico Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association collaborated on a conference titled “Dementia Capable Providers: Person-Centered Solutions” that is currently running though Thursday morning. The conference, which will end at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, aims to share the latest research in the field with public health policy makers and health care providers.