by Mira Poling Daily Lobo There is a piece of India thriving in Albuquerque today. Out of the 864 international students at UNM, 177 are from India, according to the Department of International Programs and Studies. Together they share meals and stories, hold cricket tournaments, host potlucks and celebrate holidays.
by Michael Beniash Daily Lobo UNM's men's cross country squad travels north this weekend to frigid Provo, Utah to compete in the 2002 Mountain West Conference Championships. In a race for conference bragging rights, the Lobos look to hunt down two of the top teams in the nation -- No.
Staff Report Actively seeking ways to provide support services, in addition to delivering degree completion and graduate programs, one program is extending its reach to serve more students - especially those in remote locations in New Mexico. UNM's Extended University program was started in January 2000 to coordinate the institution's distance education programs.
Tonight is Hockey Night at UNM. So is Saturday. Hockey at UNM? You better believe it. UNM's club hockey team, the Ice Wolves, has been active since 1996. The Ice Wolves (1-4-1) are now in their sixth year. The team, which plays the University of Northern Colorado this weekend, is proving that they have the speed, strength and talent to play with some of the top clubs in the region.
by April Hale Daily Lobo Eager donors filled the lines for the chance to donate blood - a valuable asset more appreciated in recent times. The fifth annual campus-wide blood drive, sponsored by the United Blood Services in conjunction with UNM's General Library, was organized at three different areas around campus to give students every chance to help stockpile the local emergency blood supply.
by Kenn Rodriguez Daily Lobo Despite their 7-14 record, the UNM volleyball team has not been a pushover this year. Just ask the University of Utah. The Utes, currently ranked ranked 22nd in the USA Today/AVCA Top 25, had trouble beating the Lobos in Mountain West Conference play, beating UNM 3-1 at home in October.
English is the Frankenstein of languages - a little from here, a little from there; a mandible from Latin, some skin from Old Norse, and brought to life by some energy from French. English, like America, is a melting pot language, a hodgepodge of idioms, a smorgasbord without a sneeze guard, contaminated by all those who partake in the feast.
The first couple weeks of practice consisted of us getting acclimated to a new system, which means coaching style and plays. I don't want to go too in depth with explaining our plays, but in our offense we are going to have a lot of movement with both the ball and players.
Editor, I was shocked at the article about a local bar denying a pregnant woman entry. This action was outrageous and what's even worse is that they rewarded this behavior. Refusing to serve a pregnant woman is one thing but this is going too far. What's next, requiring all women of childbearing age to submit to a pregnancy test before entering any establishment that serves alcohol? My full support goes to Heather and shame on Brewster's Pub.
An organic certification standards program is earning national praise for reducing the confusion about the legitimacy of organic foods. The program, started by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, introduced a new set of standards for the labeling and handling of organic foods.
by Shelby Kocurek Daily Lobo A professor in the UNM Center for High Technology Materials recently had the opportunity to speak at a White House conference on the growing field of photonic technology, bringing welcomed attention to the growing optical science field on campus.
Editor, As the majority of our elected officials continue to sell us out by ignoring the growing majority opposed to imperialist military aggression, the upcoming election represents a critical day in U.S. history. Given the lack of courage by most U.S.
When I heard that Of A Revolution, better know as O.A.R., was planning to return to Albuquerque Halloween night, I jumped at the invitation to interview the talented quintet. I thought back to my first encounter with the band, just months ago at the Jeep World Tour where they played with Sheryl Crow, Ziggy Marley and dozens more.
Two items presented by the Finance and Facilities Committee were approved by the Board of Regents committee Wednesday during a special meeting. The board voted unanimously to adopt the Sales Resolution and Related Documents for Series 2002 A, B and C bonds and the Revised Capital Project Approval for the Cornell Parking structure.
His name is GRONK. He is a magical madman. GRONK the magical madman likes to paint music. Well, sort of. He is actually a very nice man and a visual artist who enjoys using his paintbrush as an instrument. GRONK is visiting UNM from Los Angeles because he and composer Joseph Julian Gonzalez have recently collaborated on a visual/musical piece called "Tormenta Cantada.
by Abel Horwitz Daily Lobo For years MTV and its counterparts have been synonymous with popular culture. MTV decides, in a musical sense, who lives and who dies. Since the early '80s, MTV has decided what people listen to. Within the last ten years, MTV has gone more from music videos into the depths of "Road Rules" marathons and cheesy game shows that last five episodes.
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