Haitian rebel says his forces will disarm PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AP) - Haiti's key rebel leader promised Wednesday his forces would lay down their arms after 1,000 U.S. Marines began patrolling the impoverished capital to restore order and prepare for the arrival of international peacekeepers.
Add a few ingredients and water becomes Gatorade, but its hydrating effects may not be the same afterward. For the past five years, Robert Robergs, a UNM exercise physiologist, has been researching Gatorade's claims that the sports drink is superior to water in its ability to rehydrate the body.
Staff Report For the past 30 years, Albuquerque's low-income and elderly residents have had one less worry as TVI accounting students have prepared their taxes for them free of charge. TAX HELP NM, a collaborative program between the Technical Vocational Institute and PNM, allows the schools aspiring business students a chance to gain real world experience in their chosen profession while lending a hand to those in need, said Fred Gordon, the program's supervisor in a news release.
Students vented their mid-semester frustrations with sledgehammers on two salvaged cars, all while supporting the UNM athletic teams. Hundreds of students braved the cold weather at the east side of the SUB at noon Tuesday for Lobolition, an ASUNM-sponsored pep rally that allowed students to demolish cars with sledgehammers.
Gov. Richardson signs animal euthanasia ban SANTA FE (AP) - Gov. Bill Richardson has signed into law a ban on a certain type of euthanasia at animal shelters. The new law, which takes effect May 19, prohibits the use of intracardiac injections on conscious animals.
Long, frustrating lines have become the norm at the College of Arts and Sciences' advisement center, but may be a thing of the past. The E-Adviser program, implemented this semester to give students more control of the advisement process, is a proactive approach at helping students get answers to questions regarding their academic progress, said Ellen Grigsby, manager of the A&S advisement center.
Staff Report Nine UNM students will spend next week floating weightlessly in a series of anti-gravity experiments designed and conducted by NASA. In its fourth year, NASA's Reduced Gravity Student Flight Opportunities Program provides chemical and nuclear engineering students a rare chance to evaluate reduced-gravity experiments they've spent the past year designing, said Robert Busch, UNM engineering professor and the faculty adviser for the UNM portion of the project.
They are ready, 24 hours a day, to take flight in a moment's notice in pursuit of everything from car accident victims to women giving birth. Racking up more than 2,000 flights a year, UNM's Lifeguard service is arguably one of the busiest and most relied on medical transportation programs in the country, said Monte Gallegos, the service's chief flight paramedic.
There is an adage in college basketball regarding 3-point shooting teams that says "you live and you die by the three." Monday night at The Pit, the UNM men's basketball team and the Runnin' Rebels of the University of Nevada-Las Vegas tantalized the crowd in a thrilling uptempo conference battle.
It may be difficult to get 12 strangers together and have them leave as friends, but add food and that idea becomes more feasible. The idea behind Dinner for 12 Strangers is to put random members of the University community together in an informal setting to make UNM seem a little smaller and friendlier, said Sue MacEachen, program coordinator.
Interweaving humor, frequent audience polls and biblical and quranic lessons, a former Christian minister argued Friday night that the world's religions should be united in common struggles and interests. Sheikh Yusuf Estes, who spoke to a packed Woodward Hall about his religious beliefs, greeted the audience with "Asalam Aulakum, y'all!" from behind his laptop as a small camera aired the event over the Internet.
UNM officials say the success of the Lobo Club's partnership with Creamland Dairies has convinced them to consider other possible future alliances with local businesses. Darren Dunn, associate athletic director in charge of corporate development, said the University's deal with Creamland, while successful, is nothing new.
Snow, hail, rain and wind did not deter more than 100 collegiate and professional bicyclists from participating in the 2004 Lobo Classic this weekend. "The weather can definitely make things miserable when you are racing, " said Nina Baum, vice president of the UNM Cycling Team and a rider in this weekend's race.
Inexperience proved to be the chink in the armor of the UNM men's rugby team on Saturday when it faced last year's national champion in UNM's first-ever nationally televised game. Air Force's rugby team, known for its demanding conditioning program and ability to outperform its opponents, seemed cold at the beginning of the match as UNM took control of the ball early.
A unique marketing partnership with New Mexico's largest dairy producer is deepening the pockets of UNM's athletic scholarship program and helping promote the University's fund-raising organization. In its fourth year, an advertising promotion deal with Creamland Dairies raised more than $15,000 for UNM athletic scholarships this year alone.
Kevin, Dave and Mike got it in their heads to start a band back in Boy Scouts. That was a long time ago, but desires have come to fruition for 8 Fluid Ounces, the Student Resident Center's very own house band. With Kevin Rupp on guitar, Dave Holtkamp on the skins, Mike Petersen on bass and joined recently by vocalist Josh Waldron, this musical act is well on its way.
Amanda Alton Junior Secondary Education "I really want to see it despite the controversy. As far as anyone who's not a devout Catholic or Christian, it's going to be another film people go to for entertainment value." Mario DeFelice Sophomore Pharmacy "I'm not going to see it.
A UNM football player has been accused of battery by a former female student. Sophomore Amanda Rosenbaum was granted an order of protection Wednesday in District Court against junior defensive back Brandon Payne stemming from two incidents in February, one that resulted in criminal charges.
With courses ranging from Crouching Taxes, Hidden Profit, to Self-Hypnosis for Self- Awareness, UNM's Personal Enrichment Program offers a variety of classes that provide practical knowledge for students looking to broaden their experience without the usual stress of seeking a degree.
UNM's Jewish and Catholic communities are joining forces to extinguish any possible flames of hate that may be sparked by the opening of the highly controversial film on Wednesday depicting Jesus' last days on Earth. "The Passion of the Christ" is the anticipated film version of the Passion play - the theatrical depiction of Jesus' supposed last hours alive.
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