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University sees fewer foreign applicants

Rachel Stohr | January 19

With fewer foreign applicants each year, UNM's enrollment figures for international students are beginning to mirror the national trend. The steady drop in the number of international students applying to study at American universities and the accompanying decline in their enrollment is cause for concern, said Ken Carpenter, associate director of the Office of International Programs and Studies.

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Students face long lines for money

Rivkela Brodsky | January 19

The lines for financial aid disbursement were almost nonexistent at 11 a.m. But around 4 p.m. they began to grow. And grow they did. By 4:30 p.m., the line wrapped around the walls in the Student Services Building, went out the door, snaked around the corner, through the archway and to the entrance to the Mesa Vista Hall courtyard.

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Rice pledges to mend alliances in hearing

January 19

by Anne Gearan AP Diplomatic Writer WASHINGTON - Secretary of State nominee Condoleezza Rice told senators on Tuesday that a U.S. exit strategy from Iraq depends on that country's ability to defend itself against terrorists after this month's elections.

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Lawmakers to address tuition

Manuelita Beck | January 18

This year's legislative session could ring in big changes for UNM students. The Legislature, which opens its session today at noon, will consider a number of issues that will affect how much students pay for tuition. UNM has nine specific funding requests in addition to three recurrent issues.

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What you missed

January 18

Native American studies offered at UNM Dec. 14 - The UNM Board of Regents approved the curriculum for a bachelor's degree in Native American studies. Classes toward the degree will be offered this semester. UNM has offered a minor in Native American Studies since 1999 but is now one of 35 institutions to offer the degree.

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Regent appointee not approved by student groups

Rivkela Brodsky | January 18

The new student regent was not nominated by GPSA or ASUNM, but she was one of three names UNM President Louis Caldera sent to the governor. Rosalyn Nguyen was appointed in December by Gov. Bill Richardson to replace Andrea Cook, whose term is up. Robert Bienstock, university counsel, said the governor picks a student regent from a list provided by the president.

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Library's books drenched

Katy Knapp | January 18

Two water pipes froze and burst over winter break causing damage to the first and second floors of the Centennial Science and Engineering Library. Joel Straquadine, facility maintenance manager, said the total dollar amount for repairs and damages is close to $1.5m

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UNM switches loan providers

January 18

by Paula Bowker Daily Lobo Direct Loans is no longer the provider for the University's student loans. UNM began processing student loans through New Mexico Student Loans, a nonprofit organization, on Jan. 1. "For the students, the change will appear seamless," Kathleen O'Keefe, interim financial aid director said in a news release.

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Lawmakers to address tuition

Manuelita Beck | January 18

This year's legislative session could ring in big changes for UNM students. The Legislature, which opens its session today at noon, will consider a number of issues that will affect how much students pay for tuition. UNM has nine specific funding requests in addition to three recurrent issues.

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Students hurt by tsunami offered aid

January 18

by Brian Holbrook The Daily Bruin LOS ANGELES (U-WIRE) - International students at the University of California-Los Angeles who are from areas that were directly affected by the recent earthquake and tsunami in South Asia may qualify for new financial aid resources, available thanks to a grant provided by two national organizations, the Institute of International Education and the Freeman Foundation.

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Detox center to ease pressure on UNMH

Katy Knapp | January 10

Physician Sam Slishman was not particularly interested in helping the homeless. Then he began working at UNMH. "In college, I studied math and physics and had no connection to the homeless," he said. "In the ER, I saw that it was a high priority." Slishman created the Endorphin Power Co.

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Prof sparks children's interest in science

Deborah Harvey | January 10

Stanley Micklavzina sometimes ends his demonstrations by propelling himself across the stage with a fire extinguisher-powered go-cart. This time, he caused a 55-gallon drum to collapse. Dr. Stan's Science Circus came to town Saturday at Regener Hall with science demonstrations aimed at entertaining parents, teachers, children and UNM students.

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Officials declare support for Flanagan

Rivkela Brodsky | January 10

The controversy around Head Coach Don Flanagan and the UNM women's basketball program is dying down. Fatima Maddox was not allowed to start a game against New Mexico State on Dec. 21. She went to the NAACP to ask for assistance in getting released from UNM so she could transfer to another team.

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Debate tourney recruits for UNM

Rachel Stohr | January 10

Ten members of the Speech and Debate Society brought hundreds of high school students to UNM Friday and Saturday. Mario Herrera, one of the organizers of the 4th annual Speech and Debate tournament, said it's the biggest event the group puts on and the largest high school tourney in the state.

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Students losing sleep over finals

December 13

by John Bear Daily Lobo Finals have arrived, and lack of sleep could be catching up to students. UNM student Stephanie Kramer said lately she probably gets no more than two or three hours of sleep a night. She said she has to play catch-up with all of her classes.

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Location key to good study strategy

Rachel Stohr | December 13

From being alone in Zimmerman Library to study groups at Frontier Restaurant, students say they know exactly what type of atmosphere best suits their learning style. "I go home to my parents house," J.R. Salazar said. "I can't hang out in the dorms, because there's always something more interesting going on.

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Med students demonstrate for universal health care

Felicia Fonseca | December 13

Mandy Pino said she had hoped the United States would have universal health care by the time her children were grown. She has great-grandchildren now. By the time her great-grandchildren are older, it might happen, she said. Pino and about 20 others lined Lomas Boulevard on Friday to rally for universal health care.

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Regents tweak UNM's priorities

Manuelita Beck | December 13

Those keeping an eye on UNM's legislative agenda may be wondering what happened to three initiatives approved by the Board of Regents in August. The regents approved six special project priorities in August. But half of those priorities do not appear on the list of nine legislative priorities regents approved last month.

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Freshmen use play to engage campus

Rivkela Brodsky | December 13

The game of tag became more than playground fun for one Freshman Learning Community. Tuesday, 21 students from a class called Experiencing the Arts distributed 600 to 700 cards across campus that said, "TAG. You're it!" The idea was to connect the campus community in a playful way.

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Legislators snub alumni party

Krista Pino | December 9

The Alumni Association has hosted house receptions for New Mexico legislators for six years, but the reception Wednesday night was the first time none of the invited legislators showed up. Every year, the UNM Alumni Association holds several receptions, Lobos for Legislation, inviting three to 12 legislators from around the state.