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1930-1970 World War II had upsides and downsides, said Ellen Ryan, a UNM student from 1941 to 1944. For example, classes were offered year round, so military personnel could graduate faster and serve in the war, she said. "We had semester classes all through the calendar year. We just kept right on going," she said. "And who wouldn't with all those men on campus?" Most male students were involved with the military, either as returning veterans or as members of training programs, such as ROTC or the Navy V-12 program, according to Miracle on the Mesa, a history of UNM written by former University president William Davis. "This time was not without its trauma and its sad side," Ryan said. "So many of the men we knew had to leave for the war, and we did have casualties. We were so happy when people came back." The personal lives of students reflected the wartime stress, she said. "It was a romantic time. People were living on the edge of disaster. You didn't know if your boyfriend would be coming back, or your husband, or your father or your uncle," she said. "On the day when all the men in ROTC received their commissions, I went to four weddings. Everybody had to get married before the men went off and did something and got shot."

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Organization warns of cuts to work study

About 1,700 of 4,100 students in Albuquerque won't be able to obtain financial assistance or funds to meet their needs, according to a report by Communities United to Strengthen America. "It's the only way they (college students) can afford to go to college," said Art Terrazas, local director for the organization. "This is their only line of support."

From the Archives

It's natural to be curious about UNM's history, said Terry Gugliotta, University archivist. "I think wandering around the campus and seeing all these buildings named after people, it's normal to be curious about who they were," she said.

Live music draws crowds for annual Fall Crawl

Sin Serenade drummer Noel Marcos Armijo said it was an honor to play at this year's Fall Crawl. "It is nice being around and growing up with musicians around here - being friends with all the bands and bringing music to all the people who are walking around," Armijo said. The Weekly Alibi hosted its 15th Fall Crawl Downtown on Saturday. Sin Serenade, a local country-punk band, performed at the District Bar and Grill. Armijo said it was the fourth time Sin Serenade participated in the event.

Memorial held for former president

Former UNM President Ferrel Heady was involved with his community and took action on a personal level to advance his institution, said Ted Martinez, one of Heady's colleagues. "No matter where he was or who he was dealing with, he was always concerned about others' welfare," Martinez said. Martinez spoke at a memorial for Heady in the SUB on Saturday. Heady died Aug. 17 at age 90. He was the president of UNM from 1968 to 1975 and was known for keeping the campus under control during the years of student protests. Lt. Gov. Diane Denish, Heady's neighbor, declared Aug. 26 as Ferrel Heady Day throughout the state of New Mexico.

University offers freshmen opportunity to find own path

Freshman Memi Moore is loving her first week of college, she said. "I feel like I've been waiting for college my whole life," she said. "I was always superbored in high school, and I hated going to school. It was never any fun. It was always serious, serious, serious."

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Ionia Collaros, Junior, Communications "I'd say no, because if it comes to sending our troops there, to make that happen, I'm in complete disagreement with that because I have brothers, cousins, all in Iraq right now, and we just want them to be here. So, I would say no. I don't think that the U.S. ...

American Indians' graduations on rise

UNM is ranked fourth out of 100 other institutions for awarding undergraduate degrees to American Indians.

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Library to get makeover

The fire in the basement of Zimmerman Library was not all bad, said Nancy Dennis, assistant dean of University Libraries. "It does present some opportunities," she said. "The collection had to be moved out to replace the carpet, so we thought it would be a good time to remodel." When the first-floor reference area reopens mid-November, it will be significantly different than before the fire, she said.

LoboWeb brings benefits, glitches

Before school started, student Megan Goodin received two notifications to pay her tuition prior to disenrollment on Aug. 11. One was sent through the mail and stated she owed $1,100. The other was sent to her LoboWeb account and stated she owed $5,900. Goodin said she chose to pay the lesser amount. As a result, she was disenrolled from all her courses.

Regents plot to fill top spot

UNM is almost ready to begin searching for a new university president, said Susan Carkeek, vice president of human resources. The groundwork includes a consulting firm, a special advisor and more than 150 interviews with various campus constituencies, she said. The regents on the presidential search committee - Raymond Sanchez, Sandra Begay-Campbell and Mel Eaves - conducted interviews with the UNM community to find out what people want from the new president, Sanchez said.

Funds for field lights possible

An ASUNM proposal for lighting Johnson Field might find funding this year, said Brittany Jaeger, ASUNM president. The lights would make it safer for students to walk from their cars to their dorm rooms, she said. "Nobody would expect somebody to park a mile away from their house that they would have to walk back to in the dark," Jaeger said.

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Federal grant to aid Hispanics

After numerous attempts to apply for the Title V grant, UNM's main campus was awarded $2.8 million to improve services for Hispanic students. "It's a great opportunity for the University. Not often do you get an opportunity like this," said Tim Gutierrez, director of College Enrichment/Special Programs. "It's a great opportunity for the University. Not often do you get an opportunity like this," said Tim Gutierrez, director of College Enrichment/Special Programs.

Prof's projects use waste

UNM professor Mohamed El-Genk said it is important to diversify power sources. "We can not afford to exclude any options, because we have a diverse environment and circumstances in which we need different energy," he said. "If I say nuclear can do it and go and ignore the others, it is very stupid, very irresponsible." He is working on a project that will use the waste heat from a nuclear plant, or any other power plant, to heat homes or send it to factories to use, he said.

Finding a cure one step at a time

For Amy Farrar-Baker, running is more than just a way to stay in shape. With every mile she treads over, Farrar-Baker financially assists the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. On Jan. 7, 2007, Farrar-Baker will be in Orlando to run 26.2 miles in the Walt Disney World Marathon. Her participation in the event will ensure that $5,000 goes to benefit the society. "Training for a marathon is a somewhat selfish endeavor," Farrar-Baker said.

Courthouse exhibit showcases UNM art

Janet Blair, spokeswoman for Bernalillo County Metropolitan Court, was not thrilled with the courthouse dÇcor. "When I first walked into this court two years ago, I thought, 'My goodness, this place needs plans and it needs art,'" she said.