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The Lobo Letter

Hey Lobos! Hello from the Associated Students of the University of New Mexico. We hope your year has started off well and you have gotten into the college routine.

Pro-life group hosts lecturer

In 2000, Abby Johnson had a surgical abortion. Still a college student at the time, she was afraid that having a baby would ruin her future. When she became pregnant by the same man in 2003, Johnson had an abortion again.

MLK spoke out against war, not just racism

Editor, The prophet Martin Luther King, Jr. refused to castrate truth into safe generalities. The FBI hounded, harassed and persecuted him because he made truth specific. He damned the Vietnam War, nuclear weapons and the evils of U.S. imperialism and capitalism.

Bombs kill the innocent, not just the fighters

Editor, I am thinking of the people of Syria. I am thinking of the mother, caressing the cheek of her infant as she drifts off to sleep. I am thinking of the father, laughing as he carries his son on his shoulders.

Editor, I am thinking of the people of Syria. I am thinking of the mother, caressing the cheek of her infant as she drifts off to sleep.

Lobos bury UTEP with 42-35 victory in OT

EL PASO, Texas — Heading into Saturday’s game at UTEP, the New Mexico football team hadn’t won in the state of Texas since 1997, losing 15 games straight during that time.

Davie sticks with rush-heavy attack vs. UTEP

EL PASO, Texas — A theme New Mexico head coach Bob Davie discussed regularly a year ago was a dilemma: striking a balance between winning immediately versus building toward the future.

Sports Briefs

Freshman Nick Rochowksi scored the game-winning goal Sunday in Washington, D.C., to lead the ninth-ranked New Mexico men past Georgetown.

Lobos whomp entire tourney

The youthful New Mexico volleyball team didn’t feel any growing pains this weekend, sweeping its first home tournament of the year. UNM (5-1) faced the UC Riverside Highlanders (0-6) on Friday at the Sheraton Airport Lobo Classic.

‘There are no mental breaks at this level’

The New Mexico women’s soccer team dominated most of the game against Michigan State on Sunday, but a fluke goal cost them the contest.

UNM prevails in overtime thriller

EL PASO, Texas – Running back Kasey Carrier scored a game-winning 21-yard run in overtime, leading New Mexico to a 42-35 victory over UTEP Saturday night at the Sun Bowl. Carrier rushed for 291 yards and four touchdowns, including the final score in OT.

Live tweeting from #UNMvsUTEP football game

For live updates of the #UNMvsUTEP football game at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas, follow Daily Lobo sports editor Thomas Romero-Salas (@ThomasRomeroS).

Show Me How: To write a cover letter

Based on personal experience, bussing tables for minimum wage can be very frustrating, especially when you’re a college student with big dreams. But before getting that professional desk job, students have to undergo an application process more rigorous than filling out a simple application

Lobos to face untried UTEP coach, roster

The New Mexico football team may still be in the middle of a rebuilding process, but head coach Bob Davie wants them to take the next step.

UNM wins award for sustainability efforts

A local Sustainable Business Summit recognized UNM with a special Judges’ Award for achievement in sustainability. Mary Clark, sustainability manager at UNM, said there were several categories at the Aug. 29 summit.

Duck Pond turtles baffle officials, charm students

Shelled critters have invaded the Duck Pond and questions remain as to where they came from. Turtles have arrived in the Duck Pond to stay, said Mary Vosevich, director of UNM’s Physical Plant Department, which is in charge of maintenance of the pond.

State Republican views regressive

Do Republicans understand that we live in a republic? Republicanism asserts that all citizens possess unalienable rights that cannot be voted away by the majority. Yet Republican Gov. Susana Martinez has recently called for a vote to decide if all citizens of New Mexico have to right to get married.

You can catch more flies with honey...

Editor, Although I am not inclined to give up eating meat at this time, I do appreciate what PETA2 is doing in order to raise my awareness level and educate me about the treatment of some farm animals.

Obama’s Syria threats will embroil US in war

Editor, Recently President Obama gave a speech saying that he will consult with Congress before launching a military strike against the Syrian regime. This was followed by a candid statement claiming that he does not need any lawmaker’s permission to do so.

Lobos volley back home

After its season opener in Arkansas, the New Mexico volleyball team starts its home schedule today at Johnson Gym against UC Riverside, starting at 1 p.m.