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Ads cause groups temperature to rise
Felicia Fonseca | May 6Students are hot under the collar over what they see as a cold misrepresentation of Latinas. Tecate advertisements placed on billboards throughout Albuquerque feature a slanted Tecate bottle with the words, "Finally, a cold Latina," written across them. The advertisements will be coming down within the next 48 hours, according to a customer service representative from Labatt, U.
The Daily Lobo asks you:Do you feel an increase in the pressure to cheat during finals?
May 6Barbara Murdock Sophomore Nursing "There's no pressure, but a whole lot of stress." Tierney Adamson Sophomore Biology "Not me, but some of my friends do. They wouldn't do it, but they are just swamped." Jessica Bowen Sophomore Spanish "Yeah, because there's that pressure and everyone's burnt out.
Kirtland becomes protest campsite
Matthew Chavez | May 6Four days into their protest in front of Kirtland Air Force Base, anti-war protesters say they have met their goal of triggering debate on the base. Protesters assembled the anti-war encampment on the corner of Gibson Boulevard and Truman Road on May 1, the first anniversary of President Bush's announcement that the war in Iraq had ended.
Outstanding instructors rewarded
Marisa Demarco | May 6Michele Ferm had nightmares for an entire week before she started teaching her first section of German 101. That was the fall semester of 2002, back when she tried to figure out if she could slip out of class on the first day before anyone noticed she was the instructor.
Programs honor graduates
Mandi Kane | May 6With University commencement ceremonies rapidly approaching, many UNM students are looking forward to additional programs planned to commemorate the end of their college days. El Centro de la Raza is planning its own graduation for students, said Rosa Cervantes, student programs specialist for the program.
Wireless networks installed on parts of campus
Felicia Fonseca | May 6UNM computer users are becoming unplugged. Students using laptops at Zimmerman Library, the CIRT building and the SUB can immediately be connected to the Internet through a wireless technology system. The increasing popularity of wireless technology has created a demand for the networks at UNM, said Aaron Baca, technical support analyst at Computer and Information Resources and Technology.
Buyback program not designed for every book
May 5by Bess Given Daily Lobo Brad Cash, an electrical engineering major, says UNM's buyback program seems like a very simple and perfect plan, but it is not beneficial to all students. Students looking to receive the full amount paid for their books will likely be disappointed.
Cinco de Mayo stands as symbol of courage
Mandi Kane | May 5Contrary to popular belief, Cinco de Mayo, or the fifth of May, is not Mexico's Independence Day - that falls on Sept. 16. Rather, the holiday commemorates the Mexican victory over Napoleon and the French army at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. The French army invaded Mexico to claim territory for France and to collect debts from previous wars.
UNM faculty petition Boeglin to end graphic public displays
Arthur Simoni | May 5What started as a right-to-choose tabling event Monday in Zimmerman Plaza turned into an impromptu petition to keep a graphic Justice for All display opposing abortion off campus next semester. Justice for All put up large images of aborted fetuses last Monday and Tuesday, something Women Studies director Gail Houston said may cross the line of free speech.
Stumping for a good education
Nathan Jacquez | May 5Democratic presidential candidate Sen. John Kerry, D-Mass., visited Albuquerque on Tuesday to call to attention to what he called the shortchanging of education reforms. Kerry highlighted his education plan to about 100 supporters at Longfellow Elementary School.
'Cinco' activities aim to educate
Mandi Kane | May 5Students will have the opportunity to learn about Mexican history and customs today as Cinco de Mayo is celebrated at the Duck Pond. "It is going to be an awesome event," said James Aranda, graduate assistant to El Centro de la Raza, one of the groups sponsoring the festivities.
Free massages to relieve stress of finals
May 5by Kristin Terrill Daily Lobo Stress affects everybody. As finals commence, stress levels among students can soar. That's why the Health Education Program at the Student Health Center is hosting the Final Rubout - a free 15-minute massage that will take place today and Thursday from 10 a.
