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Letter: Most soldiers are noble, the rest are put in jail

This letter is in response to Brian Fejer's opinion, which appeared in the Aug. 23 issue of the Daily Lobo. The military has not lowered its standards. I don't know how Fejer even thought of it. I'm a private first class in the Army, and standards are higher than ever. People with past criminal history cannot be recruited. On top of that, any members who are convicted in military court of rape, any hate crime or murder will be breaking rocks the rest of their lives in jail.

Letter: Black Panther co-founder not qualified to teach

I have read both the article in which appeared in the Aug. 21 Daily Lobo and the letter to the editor by Finnie Coleman that appeared Aug. 23, both about David Hilliard's appointment to UNM to teach two courses on the Black Panthers.

Column: Where the Buffaloe Roam

When life hands you lemons, sometimes you find out you really like lemons. Case in point: My car has been out of commission the past couple of weeks. But the silver lining to this very expensive, annoying cloud is that I've rediscovered my bicycle.

Ed toons

Letter: Lobo should question institute's absent director

I'm surprised at the lack of coverage the Daily Lobo has offered on the loss of two major grants by the Latin American and Iberian Institute. The emphasis of the coverage has been on the dollar amount the institute has lost under the new director, Cynthia Radding. But why not cover the prestige that not only the institute, but UNM as a whole has lost by losing its designation as an area studies center?

Artists show personal views

Three years ago, Rocky Norwell was walking Downtown when he stumbled upon the vacant building that would later become the Trillion Space. The multi-purpose gallery and studio located Downtown has provided many local artists with a place to create and showcase their work.

O'Niell's Pub brings same atmosphere to its new location

When O'Niell's Pub shut down in 2004, owner Rob O'Niell wanted the new location to stay true to the original. "We took an existing building and created basically the same space we had at our first location in Nob Hill - kind of an updated look, but people will still recognize it as O'Niell's Pub," he said.

Column: My strange New Mexico

The story I am about to write is a strange one, although it is set in and around a seemingly ordinary place. Most of its details come from interviews with the main subjects' family members.

Editorial: UNM mourns tragic loss of promising students

To the UNM community and the greater Albuquerque community, It is with a heavy heart that I join the UNM community in marking the sudden passing last weekend of two promising new students, best friends who were planning to room together on campus and who were about to begin their collegiate careers at UNM.

Jamming out to support skater community

Nicole Montes, owner of Silver Board Shop, said the Silver Skate Jam will attract a diverse group of people. "Doctors, lawyers, students, grandparents and grandkids - these days there isn't a stereotypical skateboarder anymore," she said. "So there is no set example of who is coming."

Dorm dÇcor

Laura Sofka, left, and Andres Rigg shop for posters at a tent run by the poster company Beyond the Wall in Zimmerman Plaza on Tuesday during Welcome Back Days. Travis Carpenter and Erin Homes, rear are one of roughly 75 teams of salespeople who travel through the U.

Prof's projects use waste

UNM professor Mohamed El-Genk said it is important to diversify power sources. "We can not afford to exclude any options, because we have a diverse environment and circumstances in which we need different energy," he said. "If I say nuclear can do it and go and ignore the others, it is very stupid, very irresponsible." He is working on a project that will use the waste heat from a nuclear plant, or any other power plant, to heat homes or send it to factories to use, he said.

Federal grant to aid Hispanics

After numerous attempts to apply for the Title V grant, UNM's main campus was awarded $2.8 million to improve services for Hispanic students. "It's a great opportunity for the University. Not often do you get an opportunity like this," said Tim Gutierrez, director of College Enrichment/Special Programs. "It's a great opportunity for the University. Not often do you get an opportunity like this," said Tim Gutierrez, director of College Enrichment/Special Programs.

Letter: Israel unjustly accused of imperialism, violence

This letter is in response to Shoshana Handel's comments in the July 27-Aug. 2 issue of the Daily Lobo. Like Handel, I am Jewish. Having grown up in the Soviet Union and experienced an oppressive regime firsthand, I am a firm believer in the freedom of speech, just as Handel clearly is. However, I feel that individuals need to be responsible while exercising their First Amendment right, something Handel failed to do when she unjustly accused Israel of "imperialism," "willful violence against civilians" and "war crimes."

Letter: Black Panther co-founder well-qualified to teach

While I was generally pleased with Christopher Sanchez's piece in the Aug. 21 Daily Lobo on David Hilliard's faculty appointment in African-American Studies, I was extremely disappointed that he chose to punctuate, not once but twice, that Hilliard did not have an academic degree. Given that the very first sentence makes this point, one might easily believe that the author felt that it was important to inform our academic community about what some here may perceive as an anomaly. And while this may be far removed from Sanchez's intentions, I want to respond briefly to his article.

Column: Some players worth watching no matter the game

Ah, preseason. A time where world-class athletes with $1 million contracts get to screw up countless times before the regular season starts; a time where teams start looking for a go-to guy; a time where contracts are signed and players are cut; a time to start the damn season already.

Team to rely on senior's savvy

Experience is scarce on the UNM volleyball team, but there isn't a lack of leadership with senior Kelly Therkelsen helping command the young team.

UNM scores star freshman

If the UNM men's soccer team is going to return to the College Cup final this season, some of its younger players may have to contribute significantly.

Online Pacman Game

Column: Stars shouldn't have to play until regular season

It's hated by many - including players, owners and coaches - and it's loved by few - pretty much the same people who watch the whole day of the NFL Draft.