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Hit-and-run may have caused death

February 26

Staff Report What at first appeared to be the suicide of a UNM student early in the morning on Valentine's Day may have actually been a hit-and-run accident, according to New Mexico State Police. Lt. Pat Werick said State Police investigators originally believed 20-year-old UNM sophomore Serena Houser parked her car on the shoulder of the southbound lane of I-25 and walked into oncoming traffic near the Saint Francis exit in Santa Fe, where she was struck by two vehicles.

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Time at college extended for many

Rachel AlaimoMonson | February 26

Changing majors, transferring from one school to another and stringent graduate school requirements are just a few of the factors keeping college students from graduating in the traditional four years, according to a recent study. The study, conducted by the National Center for Education, shows UNM students are not alone in stretching out their four-year college experience to five or even six years.

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Locals attack underage drinking

Felicia Fonseca | February 26

There are legal risks involved in underage drinking, and one University area neighborhood association wants to make certain residents know that. Danny Hernandez, president of the University Heights neighborhood association, said they plan to use education to try and reduce underage drinking in the University area.

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Early pregnancy tests inaccurate

Ryan Floersheim | February 25

Most over-the-counter pregnancy tests don't live up to their claims of being 99 percent accurate within the first day of a woman missing her period, a UNM researcher says. Only one of the leading pregnancy tests on the market was capable of detecting 95 percent of pregnancies within that time frame, said Laurence Cole, chief of women's health research at UNM.

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Study shows binge drinking linked to rape

Felicia Fonseca | February 25

Binge drinking among college students is directly linked to rape, according to a recent study. The study, conducted by Harvard University, found a college's level of binge drinking to be the biggest factor in determining the risk a female community member can face in becoming a rape victim while intoxicated.

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UNM attendance policy inconsistent

Mandi Kane | February 25

With no formal attendance policy at UNM, students are often left confused and irritated at the differences in rules on attendance among classes. "If some classes are going to force attendance, it should be enforced across the board," said UNM freshman Adelicia Otero.

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Atrium in La Posada gets facelift

February 25

Staff Report UNM has spent the past four months renovating the atrium in the University's cafeteria in hopes it will become a focal point of the community for years to come. The atrium, which has for years been a drafty room that wasn't very inviting to students looking for a place to eat, was in dire need of a facelift, said Bob Schulte, director of housing and food services at UNM.

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Experts fear STD may go undetected

February 24

by Sarah Fayad Daily Lobo One of the most prevalent STDs affecting college-aged people is the one least likely to be noticed, health officials say. Trichomoniasis, a parasitic sexually transmitted disease, is most common among people ages 16 to 35 and its ability to go undetected is making it a force to be reckoned with, according to a recent study on its possible future impacts on society.

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Debate boils over marriages

Ryan Floersheim | February 24

The battle over the legalities of same-sex marriage in New Mexico raged on Monday, with people from both sides of the controversy converging at the Sandoval County Courthouse in Bernalillo to voice their opinions. More than 300 people packed the building and took over what was supposed to be a County Commission meeting, complete with signs and stickers of all shapes and sizes announcing their stance on the topic that has gained national attention since San Fransisco began issuing same-sex marriage certificates last week.

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Local strip clubs win battle; girls remain topless

February 24

Staff Report Albuquerque strip clubs avoided what could have been a devastating blow to their business last week when the city gave up a two-year lawsuit attempting to ban topless dancing. Mayor Martin Chavez's office, together with Albuquerque's City Council, began the legal proceedings in early 2001 in an attempt to clean up the strip clubs, and eventually the city's image.

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Lobos encouraged Hnida

Audra Meiklejohn | February 23

For most of the UNM football players, the idea of playing with a girl took some getting used to. "Coach Long mentioned to us that a girl was coming in," backup center Derek Watson said. "He said to treat her like a teammate, but at the same time she's a lady, so be respectful and courteous.

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News in brief

February 23

Study: Base closures would strain economy The economies of some of New Mexico's largest cities would be hard hit by base closures, according to a recent study. The study, prepared for the New Mexico Military Base Planning Commission by a team led by New Mexico State University professor Chris Erickson, supports assertions by local and state leaders fighting to keep New Mexico military bases and installations alive.

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The soul topic of discussion

Felicia Fonseca | February 23

It can't be measured or quantified, and it isn't tangible, but a UNM organization will bring students and professors together to discuss the nature of it - the soul. Matt Kelley, director of Campus Crusade for Christ, an organization that serves as a student resource to life's toughest questions, said the discussion will help to bring a soul consciousness to campus.

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Greek Week raises money for local organization

Ryan Floersheim | February 23

Greek Week, best known for the prestigious Greek Cup bestowed upon the winner of the week's activities, is much more than that, community members said. UNM's Greek community also uses the annual event to donate money and time to a local business in need of support.

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Non-degree program tailored for students

Felicia Fonseca | February 23

UNM has made a change in the non-degree program that will make it easier for students who just want to take classes. UNM Provost Brian Foster said in a news release that the student population at UNM is important, and it needs a strong urban outreach. He said many students have degrees and just want to upgrade skills while others want to fulfill prerequisites for graduate programs.

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The daily lobo asks you:

February 20

Alexa Beier Sophomore "I don't think it will ease parking tensions because it is too expensive. Ten dollars a day is out of my league. I guess I'm walking." Dominic Sategna Junior "I understand the need for more visitor parking at UNM, but they need to think of the students too.

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Young girl's fight for life raises awareness

Jodi Hunley | February 20

Kailee Wells has become somewhat of a hero in New Mexico since her public battle with aplastic anemia began. The seven-year-old girl, who doctors say has no more than a year to live, has become the posterchild for bone marrow donations that can help the more than 3,000 people in the United States who will die without a bone marrow transplant.

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Utes' 9-game streak ended

Audra Meiklejohn | February 20

The No. 25 Utah Utes are no longer undefeated in the Mountain West Conference - they were dethroned by the Lobos 49-46 in a game that came down to the last seconds Thursday night at The Pit. The Utes couldn't fully recover from a 9:50 scoring drought, but rallied to tie the score at 44 with less than three minutes remaining.

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Gas Leak

February 19

Officer Rush of the UNM Police Department walks past an unidentified construction worker outside the old bookstore on Wednesday. Due to an incident at the site Wednesday afternoon at least three workers suffered from carbon monoxide poisoning. One of the workers, who did not give his name, said he believed a large cylinder containing the carbon monoxide sprung a leak Wednesday, causing portions of the building to fill with the gas.

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News in brief

February 19

Uranium enrichment plant may lose support SANTA FE (AP) - Gov. Bill Richardson may withdraw his support for a proposed uranium enrichment plant near Eunice unless he sees action to address concerns about final disposal of the waste the plant would generate, a spokesman said Wednesday.