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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.

Honor societies more than special recognition

Student Heather Gomolak isn't part of an honor society, but she is planning on looking into them. "I would join one because it looks like a good program. It's an honor to be in one, and it would make my mom very happy," she said.

Daily Lobo spotlight

Name: Crystal Donnelly Age: 24 Year: First-year graduate student Major: Planetary science Hometown: Acton, Calif. Favorite thing about UNM: The architecture Least favorite thing about UNM: The heat Favorite class: Glass blowing Favorite place to hang out on campus: In front of the planetary sciences ...

Fresh faces get a head start

Incoming freshman Jennifer Mahkee attended the 3rd Annual Freshman Family Day to learn about UNM and find out where her classes are. "It showed what UNM is going to be like this year and just how fun and how exciting it will be," she said. "I know everyone says it's fun and exciting, but I want to see it from my own point of view."

UNM finds West Side home

UNM officials announced at an Aug. 17 news conference that the University will trade $6 million worth of land for 216 acres in Rio Rancho, which will be used for a West Side campus. David Harris, UNM's acting president, and Patrick Lyons, New Mexico commissioner of public lands, have approved the deal.

Black Panther founder teaches party's vision

Though David Hilliard doesn't hold a college degree, he has considered himself a teacher since 1966 when he co-founded the Black Panther Party. Hilliard said he will use his experience with the party to teach two courses on the Panthers at UNM this fall. "It's my history. It's my experience. It's my passion. It's what I like doing," Hilliard said.

Paving a path to higher learning

A group 41 of low-income high school students from Los Angeles and Bernalillo counties waited outside the SUB Ballroom on July 28 for their graduation from the L.A. Works program.

Groups reach out to help homeless

At noon on Aug. 6, Wil Wroda met with two Albuquerque Police Department patrolmen at Robinson Park in Downtown.

Grant proposals rejected

UNM's Latin American and Iberian Institute lost 28 percent of its funding after failing to reacquire two federal grants that financed the institute for more than two decades.

Property crimes top list

As student Marica Martinic walked to a bike rack in front of Johnson Gym, she saw that her white mountain bike was nowhere to be found. "I didn't think it would happen to me," she said. "Why would someone want to steal my bike? I couldn't really believe it."

David W. Harris, acting president of UNM

Daily Lobo: What do you do in your job? DH: I think my job falls under three or four general categories. As the president and chief executive officer of the University, I have been able to devise a management leadership team, which is the president, vice president of Health Sciences Center and the ...

Jamie Koch, president of the Board of Regents

Daily Lobo: What do you do as the president of the regents? JK: The president of the Board of Regents presides at all meetings of the board and appoints committee chairs and members. The Board of Regents is responsible for the governance of the University. This responsibility includes fiduciary responsibility ...

Reed Dasenbrock, provost

Daily Lobo: Who is affected by your decisions at UNM? RD: Almost everyone reports to me in some way. I am responsible for all of the deans, the vice presidents of both staff and research, and I also work with all four branches of UNM. I also report to the president of the University. DL: How does ...

Kathy Guimond, chief of UNMPD

Daily Lobo: What are your responsibilities at UNM? KG: I think the predominant responsibility is to ensure a safe and secure environment so that learning can take place. That's really what we do. DL: How does that affect students? KG: For the most part, I think security should be seamless. I don't ...