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UNM students ran late on their first day of class Monday as they encountered large fences around many high-traffic areas on campus that blocked sidewalks and pointed to detours over narrow dirt paths. "I understand why we need the construction because it is good to update everything, but it is always at the wrong time and wrong place, and it just seems like it's not done quick enough for school, and that bothers me," senior Jodee Chavez said.

View from the bottom

Having already spent almost $1 million in the past year, President Schmidly intends to spend another $4 million this year on improving the University's image. How perfectly American: Image triumphs over substance again. Rather than focusing resources on making UNM a better institution, the plan is to make it appear to be a better institution.

UNM police arrest man in attempted rape

The UNM Police Department intervened in an attempted rape at the corner of Lomas and Campus boulevards Wednesday. UNMPD Lt. Pat Davis said the incident was isolated and involved no one directly affiliated with UNM. "Fortunately, campus police were able to intervene quickly and prevent a more serious crime from happening, and that's what we're here for," Davis said.

Question & Answer

Hookah is a social staple for many college students, despite numerous health concerns. The Daily Lobo sat down with Dr. Peggy Spencer from the Student Health Center to discuss the effects of the Middle Eastern pastime. Daily Lobo: A lot of students find smoking hookah to be a relaxing social experience.

Re-branding UNM image not a solution to education issues

Editor, It seems out of place for UNM to be spending $4 million on a new set of fancy clothes to create a new image when no one is addressing the real problems that need to be solved. That money could easily raise the salaries of the staff and part-time faculty.

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Daily Lobo Spotlight

Daily Lobo: What made you decide to major in biology? Carmela Carrasco: Well, I want to go to med school, so it gives you the most requirements, and I love biology. DL: What do you love most about biology? CC: I just think it's really cool to know how the world works and understand the way things happen the way they do.

Udall proposes plans to help pay for college

Rep. Tom Udall said he is making a strong push to connect with the students of UNM and address the needs of the average student as he campaigns for the Senate. "I absolutely loved my time here at UNM, and I especially love being able to work with the students as I campaign," Udall said.

Even for faithful Democrats, Obama is the wrong choice

Editor, I am one someone many call "a bitter Hillary Clinton supporter for John McCain." But I'm voting for McCain for the reasons stated below and for no other reason. As a decorated prisoner of war and Vietnam veteran, McCain has earned his stripes, and he is not so far off the "maverick" issues that he won't do everything he can to give the American people the best possible straight face on the issues facing the country.

After 45 years of volunteering, nurse still loves helping others

Patricia Brown started volunteering in her community nearly 45 years ago. The 82-year-old Brown has spent thousands of hours supporting New Mexico community projects and people in need. Her first big project raised money for a child guidance center, and, once involved, she said she discovered the tremendous joy that comes with helping others.

Women's soccer still winless in season, ties NAU in home-opener

In its home-opener, the UNM women's soccer team couldn't notch a win against the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks on Sunday at the UNM Soccer Complex. But the Lobos didn't lose, either. In a physically contested battle with as many spills and slide tackles as a football game, the Lobos and Lumberjacks finished the afternoon tied 1-1.

UNM fraternity takes to the tennis court for charity

The Sigma Chi fraternity hosted a charity tennis match for the Huntsman Cancer Institute on Saturday. The institute conducts cancer research and depends on donations for more than one-third of its funding. Saturday's stakes were higher than those of most tennis matches, however, as the loser had to shave his head.

Lobos falter in overtime to No. 3 Fighting Irish

In a game punctuated by thundering African drums and the cheers of 2,451 people, the 19th ranked UNM men's soccer team gutted out a 104 minute bout with third-ranked Notre Dame but came up short, losing 2-1 in double overtime. It was UNM's lone exhibition game of the fall and its first game since advancing to the NCAA tournament where the Lobos lost to UCLA 1-0 in the opening round.

Making time for family

Freshmen and their parents flooded campus Sunday, celebrating and preparing for a new school year. Organized by the University Secretary's Office, Freshman Family Day is an annual event that attracts about 5,000 people, said Donna Hoff, program specialist at the office.

Long gets contract extension

Signed, sealed and delivered. Although head coach Rocky Long said that he and Athletics Director Paul Krebs agreed on a contract extension as early as July, the University finally made it official, announcing Long's five-year extension Tuesday. Long's annual salary jumped from $439,000 to $750,000.

Concealed weapons should be allowed on UNM campus

Editor, On the news this morning, I heard another woman was attacked on the UNM campus. This time the attacker was a homeless man, most likely drunk. A shiver went down my spine, because I was approached by three large, seemingly homeless men on Thursday. One said in an aggressive manner, "Hey, how 'bout a little bed and breakfast?" as he lurched toward me.

Edgewood throws party for renovated Route 66

A shined-up, renovated Route 66 is a reason for a parade in Edgewood, N.M. "We're celebrating Route 66 heritage," Edgewood Chamber of Commerce director Myra Oden said. "We're celebrating our new highway, harvest festival - we're just looking for any reason to have a party.

Not voting for Obama increases McCain's odds

Editor, I'm all for the point of view of several Independent groups, including the LP and the Greens, but in the presidential race, if John McCain is not your first choice, then a vote for any candidate other than Barack Obama only increases the odds that McCain will win.

Obama not the prototypical messiah America needs

Editor, No politician has a flawless diplomatic record, but I'm inclined to vote for John McCain for several reasons. On May 18, Sen. Barack Obama ignorantly claimed nations such as Iran, Cuba and Venezuela do not pose a threat to America because they are geographically small in comparison to Russia.

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