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Monday, November 11, 2024 |
The Independent Student Voice of UNM since 1895
Monday, November 11, 2024 |
By Lily Alexander, Nate Bernard, Leila Chapa, Paloma Chapa & Addison Fulton
@llilyalexander, @natebernard14, @lchapa06, @paloma_chapa88 & @dailylobo
Former President Donald Trump won the presidential election on Wednesday, Nov. 6, after winning each of the seven battleground states and the popular vote, receiving 312 electoral votes.
Vice President Kamala Harris won New Mexico by about 54,000 votes, according to The Associated Press.
Republicans also took control of the United States Senate. Control of the U.S. House of Representatives was not yet called by The Associated Press as of 10 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 10.
Here’s how the U.S. Senate and congressional races went in New Mexico.
U.S. Senate
Incumbent Sen. Martin Heinrich (D) won reelection against Nella Domenici (R) by about 90,000 votes, according to The Associated Press.
The Daily Lobo asked Heinrich what he thought about Trump’s
claim at his Oct. 31 rally that Trump won New Mexico in the past two presidential elections.
“It’s pretty obvious who has won New Mexico in the past, and it’s becoming very obvious who’s going to win in New Mexico tonight,” Heinrich said.
At 9 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, Domenici delivered a concession speech at her watch party.
“Thank you all for being here tonight with me,” Domenici said. “It may seem like the end, but it’s really not the end. It’s just the beginning.”
Later, Domenici released a statement congratulating Heinrich.
“I hope we can find opportunities to work together to improve the lives of New Mexicans,” the statement reads.
U.S. House of Representatives
All three Democratic incumbents held their seats in New Mexico.
Incumbent Rep. Melanie Stansbury (D) won reelection in the 1st Congressional District against Steve Jones (R). Stansbury won the race by nearly 44,000 votes — 56.4% of the vote — according to The Associated Press.
After the race was called, Stansbury told the Daily Lobo she thinks New Mexico is a place that cares for its communities.
“I think we have a shared set of values and commitment to protecting our rights and our democracy,
and I think that New Mexicans care deeply about land and water,” Stansbury said. “Those are all values that I try to embody through my work and the work that my staff and my office do every day.”
Stansbury said her day-one priority — if Democrats won a majority in Congress and won the presidency — was to restore Roe v. Wade to federally codify the right to an abortion. Jones did not released a statement as of 10 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 10.
Incumbent Rep. Gabe Vasquez (D) won reelection in the 2nd
see Election recap page 10
By Maria Fernandez @dailylobo
Along with the presidential and congressional races on Election Day’s ballots, New Mexicans had the chance to vote for bonds.
The results are as follows as of 10 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 10, according to the New York Times:
Bond question one, which would issue $30.75 million to upgrade facilities for senior citizens, had a 70.2% vote in favor.
Bond question two, which would issue $19.3 million in bonds to fund public libraries, had a 67.2% vote in favor.
Bond question three, which would issue $230 million in bonds to fund higher education, had a 65.6% vote in favor.
Bond question four, which would issue $10.3 million to improve radio communication systems for first responders, had a 63% vote in favor.
Maria Fernandez is a beat reporter and photographer for the Daily Lobo. She can be reached at news@dailylobo.com or on X @dailylobo
By Lily Alexander @llilyalexander
A report this year by the American Psychological Association showed that the presidential election was a significant source of stress for 69% of adults. “The future of our nation” served as a significant source of stress for 77% of adults. Below are various resources the University of New Mexico provides that may help students or employees struggling with their mental health following the presidential election. A complete list of mental health resources can be found at mentalhealth.unm.edu.
CHAPA & CHAPA: Winter storm leaves thousands of New Mexicans without power, trees damaged (pg. 2)
BOLKE & BRENTS: Students react to Trump’s election (pg. 2)
LIFKE: Students evacuate from Mitchell Hall after skateboard catches on fire (pg. 3)
Agora Crisis Center
The Agora Crisis Center connects callers with trained crisis hotline specialists. Its phone number is 505277-3013, and its hours are 6 a.m. to midnight every day, depending on the availability of volunteers.
A person does not have to be in crisis to call, according to Director Dasie Kent, and there is no cost associated with calling.
“After a stressful time such as election season, finding ways to take care of one’s mental health is so important,” Kent wrote to the Daily Lobo.
Student Health and Counseling
Student Health and Counseling provides counseling services to all enrolled students, according to its website. These services — and psychiatry services — begin with students completing an initial “One At A Time” appointment, which can be scheduled by calling 505-277-3136 during SHAC’s business hours.
SHAC is open from 8 a.m to 5 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday.
The initial OAAT appointments can be scheduled for Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
All students are welcome to be seen at SHAC regardless of insurance, according to SHAC’s website.
TimelyCare
Through a partnership with UNM,
FULTON: ‘Preconceived’: UNM film screening depicts anti-abortion pregnancy clinics (pg. 3)
KUBIAK-RESEIGH: Football: The big bad Lobos defeat the San Diego State Aztecs (pg. 4)
TimelyCare provides students with free, 24/7 access to virtual health and well-being services, according to its website. The platform is designed for college students.
One feature of TimelyCare is “TalkNow,” which offers “emotional support to talk about anything, including anxiety, relationships, depression and school-related stressors” at any time, according to its website. TimelyCare also offers 12 free scheduled counseling sessions at students’ convenience per year.
The “explore” page of TimelyCare features guided self-care content, like yoga, meditation and group conversations with providers, according to its website.
Students can access TimelyCare at its website or by downloading the app. After registering with their name and UNM email, students can use TimelyCare from anywhere in the United States on any web-enabled device, according to its website.
Counseling, Assistance and Referral Services
Counseling, Assistance and Referral Services provides free, confidential services to assist faculty and staff members — and their significant others — and retirees, according to its website.
CARS offers counseling on “a wide range of issues,” according to its website, including anxiety, stress,
FERNANDEZ: Women’s basketball: Lobos bounce back with a win against Morehead State (pg. 4)
KUBIAK-RESEIGH: Volleyball: Lobos break losing streak, beat Nevada (pg. 4)
depression and managing change.
To schedule an initial appointment, employees can call 505-272-6868 Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Manzanita Counseling Center Manzanita Counseling Center is a free counseling clinic provided by the UNM Counselor Education Program. Advanced graduate students supervised by UNM faculty members, who are licensed professional counselors, provide the services, according to the center’s brochure.
To schedule an appointment, students can call 505-277-7311. Students will first complete a brief screening over the phone to determine whether Manzanita Counseling Center provides the right level of care, according to the center’s brochure. Scheduled sessions are 50 minutes.
Resource centers
UNM’s 12 student resource centers provide students with support and “a home on campus,” according to UNM’s website. Each resource center has an Instagram account that informs students about activities and events taking place throughout the year.
Lily Alexander is the editor-in-chief of the Daily Lobo. She can be reached at editorinchief@dailylobo.com or on X @llilyalexander
HLAING: Community participates in same-day voter registration at UNM (pg. 5)
... And more!
By Elizabeth Bolke & LaKya Brents @dailylobo
On Tuesday, Nov. 5, former President Donald Trump was reelected as president of the United States. Students at the University of New Mexico met the news with mixed reactions.
Arykah Melton, chairperson of student organization Powerful Movement of Educated Sistas, said she is saddened and worried by the election results. Before the election, she believed Vice President Kamala Harris would win and become the first president who is a woman of color, she said.
“There wasn’t a doubt in my mind until I started watching the polls,” Melton said.
She plans to continue helping her community as much as she
can, she said.
“The Republican Party’s ideologies don’t align with mine,” Melton said. “I am genuinely afraid for the future of America.”
Freshman Joey Yazzie said he considers himself an independent voter. He voted for Trump during this year’s election.
“Our food will be much healthier with Trump and (Robert F.) Kennedy Jr. partnering up,” Yazzie said. Yazzie said he doesn’t think any rights will be taken away following the election.
“(Trump) is just giving the decision of having abortions up to the individual states,” Yazzie said. “Plus, I believe with this new administration or team Trump has assembled, there will be a lot in America that will be improved,” Yazzie said.
Joseph Valencia, who is taking a gap semester, said he is a Republican and voted for Trump.
“He’s not feeding us lies,” Valencia
wrote to the Daily Lobo. “He genuinely loves this country and wants only the best for the American people.”
Freshman Soniah Davis-Crump said she supported Harris for president.
“I’m honestly deeply disappointed in America right now. At the same time, she is a Black woman running for office, so of course I knew she wouldn’t be accepted with open arms,” Davis-Crump said. “I am sad, worried, anxious, angry and feeling slightly hopeless. There isn’t much we can do now other than wait.”
Davis-Crump said community action can help alleviate these feelings.
“Please make sure that you’re taking care of your mental health while still staying in movement and finding a safe community to surround yourself with,” DavisCrump said. “It makes a difference to not feel so alone in these moments of despair.”
Trump will take office and begin his second term on Jan. 20, 2025.
By Leila Chapa & Paloma Chapa @lchapa06
& @paloma_chapa88
On Thursday, Nov. 7, a winter storm caused 50,000 people to lose power throughout the northern half of New Mexico.
Impacted areas included Albuquerque, Valencia County, Santa Fe County and Sandoval County, according to Public Service Company of New Mexico spokesperson Jeff Buell.
The University of New Mexico and Albuquerque Public Schools were closed on Nov. 7 due to the snow.
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham
declared two statewide emergencies Nov. 7, providing $1.5 million to state agencies that were responding to the impacts of the storm, according to a press release.
Jennifer Shoemake, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Albuquerque, said northeast New Mexico was hit the hardest, with some areas getting 1.5 to 3 feet of snow.
According to Shoemake, Las Vegas potentially passed its existing record of 27 inches for a three-day snowfall, with recent reports varying from 24 to 30 inches.
In Albuquerque, the amount of snowfall was “certainly not a record,” she said.
With trees not having lost their leaves yet, the large amount of snowfall and the weight of the snow on the leaves damaged trees, according to Shoemake.
“Lots of branches broke, and even trees we’ve heard of snapped in half,” Shoemake said. “We’ve heard stories of tree damage
across much of the state.”
Buell said areas with cottonwood trees were especially impacted by tree branches bending or breaking power lines and tripping safety switches.
When he drove through Corrales on Saturday, Nov. 9, he saw tree limbs on the side of the road “almost everywhere you look.”
“This is unprecedented. In my 20 years, I haven’t seen anything like this before,” Buell said.
Beyond the power outages, Buell said that several people lost trees that are valuable to them.
On Wednesday, Nov. 6, New Mexico Highlands University canceled classes at both its Las Vegas and Santa Fe campuses through Friday Nov. 8, according to the NMHU website.
Jennifer Mueller, a student at NMHU, wrote on Nov. 8 that she had not left her dorm since the storm hit.
“It was so bad that people couldn’t even get out of their parking spots because the car would just get stuck
and slide,” Mueller wrote.
The New Mexico National Guard helped clear roads in Las Vegas, according to Lujan Grisham’s press release.
Annette Gallegos, co-owner of Auntie’s Tiendita in Las Vegas, said on Nov. 9 that some businesses were still closed after the snowstorm. Albuquerque received varying amounts of snowfall, with the Westside receiving 7-8 inches and the UNM area receiving up to 3 inches, according to Shoemake.
Shoemake said the high temperature was 20 degrees below normal for Nov. 8 in New Mexico.
David Gutzler, professor emeritus with the UNM earth and planetary sciences department, said that cold air in the north and warm air in the south contributed to the rapid temperature shift. It was about 80 degrees in late October and 20 degrees in early November with intense snowfall.
see Winter storm page 10
By Lauren Lifke @lauren_lifke
At about 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 6, University of New Mexico students evacuated from Mitchell Hall after an electric skateboard inside the building caught on fire.
It is unclear who owned the skateboard or how the fire started, according to UNM Chief Marketing and Communications Officer Cinnamon Blair.
Classes were not to be held in Mitchell Hall until at least Thursday, Nov. 7 while officials made sure the area was safe, she said.
UNM was closed Nov. 7 due to weather.
The fire itself was small, and the fire department contained it quickly, Blair said.
There was smoke in the building, and students evacuated about 10 minutes before a LoboAlert was sent to the campus community, according to Blair.
Because of the type of battery that caught on fire, the building has to be cleaned and fumigated, Blair said. The building will be air tested on Nov. 7, and she said once it is safe, students can return to the building..
The building was deep cleaned and ventilated, and the air was tested before classes resumed on Friday, Nov. 8.
Lauren Lifke is the managing editor for the Daily Lobo. She can be reached at managingeditor@dailylobo.com or on X @lauren_lifke
By Addison Fulton @dailylobo
On Nov. 4, the University of New Mexico held a film viewing of “Preconceived: The Unexpected World of Crisis Pregnancy Centers,” which depicts the dangers of abortion-alternative centers.
The event was hosted by the Women’s Resource Center and the Southwest Women’s Law Center.
“Preconceived” navigates the world of crisis pregnancy centers, which are anti-abortion, often deeply religious and target women with unexpected pregnancies. They are advertised as “abortion alternatives,” with their goal being to talk women out of getting abortions.
According to a recent study by NBC News, crisis pregnancy centers now outnumber abortion clinics 3-to-1.
The documentary follows two women, Maleeha and Maria, depicting their experiences with crisis pregnancy centers. The filmmakers also interviewed doctors, crisis center employees and even Brandi Swindell, who is the CEO of one of the most prolific chains of crisis pregnancy centers: Stanton Healthcare.
Swindell described women’s health care as a business with competition. That’s why so many Stanton Healthcare locations are placed right next to Planned Parenthood locations, she said.
“Our mission is to be the go-to choice for women facing unexpected pregnancies,” Swindell said. “The concept (of) abortion cannot exist with our beliefs.”
Maria was a patient at Stanton Healthcare, where Swindell convinced her to keep her pregnancy by promising support during and after the pregnancy. However, after the baby was born, Maria found herself struggling when Stanton abandoned her.
The film also exposed the networks that support crisis pregnancy centers, revealing that many that claim to be run by families or churches are actually run by large, far-right, anti-abortion conglomerates such as Heartbeat International.
Next Level Data, the medical database where the bulk of the crisis centers store their medical data, is also publicly available on the internet. The data includes medical information, full names and addresses.
Southwest Women’s Law Center staff attorney Hailey Zock spoke with the audience after the film. She said she foresees an increase in funding for crisis pregnancy centers as a result of another Donald Trump presidency. Project 2025, which is led by former Trump administration officials, promises to fund “alternatives to abortion,” Zock said.
Zock also said there are difficulties in regulating crisis pregnancy centers.
Crisis pregnancy centers cannot provide medical care without a license. In New Mexico, that means they cannot perform ultrasounds, Zock said, though that legislation is not the national standard.
But, as Zock explained, regulating the misinformation about crisis pregnancy centers is much harder, as they are not subject to
consumer protection laws. Crisis pregnancy centers don’t charge for their services.
“They can say, ‘Oh, that doesn’t apply to us. Everything’s for free,’” Zock said.
Women’s Resource Center Director Áine McCarthy said that part of the inspiration for hosting the event was an uptick in the amount of crisis pregnancy centers with mobile clinics targeting UNM students.
Addison Fulton is the culture editor for the Daily Lobo. She can be reached at culture@dailylobo.com or on X @dailylobo
By Izabella Kubiak-Reseigh @kubiakizabella
The University of New Mexico Lobos won 21-16 against the San Diego State University Aztecs on Friday, Nov. 8. The Lobos sandwiched a disappointing mid-quarter performance with an exciting beginning and end, ultimately securing the conference win.
The Lobos are now 4-6 overall. They only need two more wins to be bowl-eligible this season.
UNM lead an explosive first quarter with two huge plays by running back Eli Sanders. Sanders had two rushing touchdowns of over 50 yards — one being a devastating 68 yards that left the Aztecs scrambling. Sanders finished the game with 16 carries for 173 yards and two touchdowns — a testimony to the Lobos’ fiery offense.
The Lobos played great offense but even better defense, keeping the Aztecs to a field goal in the first quarter as the scoreboard
bled 14-3 Lobos.
However, in the second and third quarters, the Lobos played sloppily. In the second quarter, the Lobos re-
cycled an unsuccessful three-man-front defense against the Aztecs, allowing 10 unanswered points.
To make matters worse, UNM lost its first-string cornerbacks to injuries during the game, which affected the Lobos’ coverage of the Aztecs’ wide receivers.
The Lobos carried the same woes into the third quarter that they faced in the second. UNM was plagued by penalties, with two pass interference calls on defensive back Nigel Williams in the third. UNM left Friday night with 104 penalty yards and eight penalties.
After another disappointing quarter, the Lobos needed to adjust their schemes to better fit against the Aztecs. When the Lobos entered the fourth quarter, they found themselves down 16-14 after they were unable to score.
Lobo fans shrieked and covered
their eyes as wide receiver Michael Buckley dropped a dime end zone pass, giving up a touchdown. They watched as quarterback Devon Dampier was sacked the next play. Although the Lobos’ outlook was bleak, they were still determined to win.
The Lobos scored a touchdown to take the lead late, which ultimately secured their win 21-16 over a conference rival. The Lobos accomplished no small feat; they were a 15-point underdog speculated to lose.
Now, the Lobos will leave the Aztecs in the past and gear up to face Washington State University at home on Saturday, Nov. 16.
Izabella Kubiak-Reseigh is a freelance reporter for the Daily Lobo. She can be reached at sports@dailylobocom or on X @kubiakizabella
By Maria Fernandez @dailylobo
The University of New Mexico women’s basketball team took on the Morehead State University Eagles at The Pit on Thursday, Nov. 7. The Lobos won 66-56.
The Lobos were fresh off their 80-78 loss against Northern Arizona University on Nov. 4. They came back with improvements on rebounding and defense, Head Coach Mike Bradbury said.
The Lobos ran a strong offense for most of the game, thwarting multiple layup attempts by Morehead State, but they struggled to consistently put points on the scoreboard.
At the end of the first half, the Lobos were up 37-23 after a missed 3-point shot at the last second.
Both teams struggled to gain momentum during the second half, with Morehead State’s Katie Dike making a layup after multiple possessions by both UNM and Morehead State.
Vianè Cumber was the star of the night for the Lobos. Cumber was on fire from the three, shooting a 7-12. Cumber finished the game with a double-double, leading the team in scoring with 23 points and rebounding with 12.
Hulda Joaquim also finished the game with a double-double, scoring 12 points and grabbing 10 boards.
Morehead State’s Aileen Marquez led her team in 3-pointers and was the only player of the game to keep up with Cumber in points, finishing the night with 21 total.
Despite the effort from Morehead State, the Lobos were able to take the win 66-56.
Bradbury said he wants to see better fourth-quarter play from his squad.
“We’ve played six really good quarters of basketball this season, and two really bad ones, and those were both fourth quarters,” Bradbury said. “That is something we’re going to work on.”
Despite the problems through the first two games, Cumber said she saw defensive improvement.
“I think we need to carry that over, especially going into Lubbock,” Cumber said during a press conference. “We need to continue working on our offense and making sure we play forty minutes a game and not twenty.”
With the win, the Lobos got rid of that 0 and moved to 1-1. The Lobos will hit the road next to face Texas Tech University on Tuesday, Nov. 12.
Maria Fernandez is a beat reporter and photographer for the Daily Lobo. She can be reached at sports@dailylobo.com or on X @dailylobo
By Izabella Kubiak-Reseigh @kubiakizabella
The University of New Mexico Lobos were starving for a win after nine consecutive volleyball losses, breaking their losing streak in four sets against the Nevada Wolf Pack on the evening of Thursday, Nov. 7.
Head Coach Jon Newman-Gonchar said the results proved the team’s grit.
“This team has had a challenging
past few weeks, but they have never backed down,” Newman-Gonchar said. “We can’t wait to do it again.”
In the first set, the Lobos and the Wolf Pack were at each other’s throats, with both teams answering points scored. After Nevada gained momentum in the set, the Lobos ultimately fell, with the set ending 25-27.
After the close loss, the Lobos started the second set strong. The Lobos left Nevada to scramble after cornering them 7-0, but they allowed a late comeback by Nevada. The Lobos won the set 25-20.
In the third set, the Lobos needed to take the lead. They did exactly that, with the help of outside hitters Kialah Jefferson and Jada Bouyer, ending the set 25-12.
Both athletes led the match as UNM’s scoring leaders. Jefferson saw a total of 14 kills, three aces and 11 digs. Bouyer helped seal the team’s fate with 12 kills and kept the Wolf Pack at bay with 10 blocks on the court.
Newman-Gonchar attributed the team’s success to athletes like Bouyer and Jefferson, who both played well
under pressure.
“Tonight we saw huge performances from Kialah and Jada,” Newman-Gonchar said. “Both players did a fantastic job seeing the block and attacking the open space on the court; it ultimately helped us win.”
The Lobos left the Wolf Pack stunned after the Lobos finished them off, winning the fourth set 25-22.
Ultimately, the Lobos won the game. Newman-Gonchar said he was optimistic about the team’s next match against Mountain West rival Utah State, for which the team
had already started preparing.
“The preparation for every opponent is something we take very seriously,” Newman-Gonchar said. “We can’t wait for Saturday.” With this win, the Lobos moved to 10-13 on the season.
Izabella Kubiak-Reseigh is a freelance reporter for the Daily Lobo. She can be reached at sports@dailylobocom or on X @kubiakizabella
By Shin Thant Hlaing @dailylobo
After 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, a line of students and community members for same-day voter registration voting extended through about half of the Student Union Building’s lower level.
The line of voters extended from Louie’s Lounge to the Lobo Food Pantry. Earlier in the evening, the moving line went as far back as the entrance of the Southwest Film Center. Some voters waited in line for up to four hours.
This is the first year that sameday voter registration on Election Day was made available in New Mexico, according to the Bernalillo County Clerk website.
Polls in New Mexico are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. If a registered voter is still in line to vote when polls close, they are still able to cast a ballot in New Mexico, according to the New Mexico Secretary of State website.
The large number of voters looking to register and vote on Election Day caused temporary delays in the Secretary of State’s approval system, according to Source New Mexico.
Volunteers at the SUB handed out “democracy pizzas” and sweet treats, and they made sure voters stayed in line.
The volunteers represented various organizations, including Common Cause New Mexico — a nonpartisan organization dedicated to fighting for democratic rights, according to its website. There were also volunteers who were not affiliated with specific organizations.
Marianna Anaya (D), a New Mexico House of Representatives-elect, was one such volunteer.
“I feel a very deep responsibility because I will be a representative for this area,” Anaya said. “Although they do not know who I am, to me, it’s just really important to show that people still care about democracy — specifically young people.”
Nearly half of New Mexico’s registered voters cast their ballots during the early voting period, according to Source New Mexico. New Mexico’s voter turnout on Election Day was at least 35% higher than in 2020, according to Source New Mexico.
“I am so encouraged and so jazzed — for lack of a better word — that everybody is so enthusiastic to vote, regardless of how much time that they’ve been standing in that line,” Anaya said.
There were over 100 people still in line after the poll station closed, according to Shannon Kunkel, outreach and development director for Common Cause New Mexico.
Kunkel attended because a volunteer had contacted her office requesting more assistance.
“It’s only natural that when something is rolled out for the first time something’s implemented, there could be delays,” Kunkel said.
Kunkel answered first-time voters’ questions while they were in line. Some did not have portions of the required documentation for registering readily available, she said.
“I did speak briefly with the presiding
judge, who said that they only had two terminals available for same-day registration,” Kunkel said. “Between 5 p.m. and when I returned at 6:30 p.m., an additional terminal and more poll workers were there to assist with the process.”
Over 18,000 people went through
same-day voter registration in Bernalillo County, according to a statement from the Bernalillo County Clerk’s Office to the Daily Lobo.
“We plan to collaborate with the Secretary of State’s Office to enhance the efficiency of same-day
registration in future elections,” the statement reads.
Shin Thant Hlaing is a freelance reporter for the Daily Lobo. She can be reached at news@dailylobo.com or on X @dailylobo
By Elliott Wood @DailyLobo
On Wednesday, Nov. 6, the Associated Students at the University of New
Mexico passed 10 appropriations and one bill after ultimately denying a bill that would have, in part, created a new role in ASUNM. Bill 12F would have amended the ASUNM Lawbook to create a position for a student advocate who would
By Shin Thant Hlaing
@dailylobo
The University of New Mexico Duck Pond is scheduled for renovations from Nov. 6 until late spring 2025.
Originally named University Pond, the Duck Pond used to be an artificial structure built over the area of a parking lot that lacked surrounding foliage. University Pond was perceived as an obtrusive, tacky structure, until the introduction of ducks made it an “instant hit” among students, according to UNM Campus History. In 1975, the Daily Lobo ran an article that
have represented any student acting as a defendant in an ASUNM case. The bill also would have allowed for more extensive questioning of witnesses in court procedures.
The ASUNM Student Court addresses disputes on conduct by various ASUNM government agencies and affiliated individuals. Past court cases include issues of campaign expenditures by legislators, the process around the appointment of replacement senators in the event of a seat vacancy, and eligibility for senatorial elections, according to the ASUNM Student Court case files.
The bill’s sponsors included Sens. Shin Thant Hlaing and Mary Garcia, as well as Attorney General Hilaria Barragan. Alex Adams, who serves as the ASUNM executive director of Governmental Affairs,
wrote the bill but said his endorsement was not in an official capacity.
Adams said he consulted with sitting and former justices and other people involved with the ASUNM judicial system. The consensus was that the bill was a necessary change to the lawbook, he said. The goal was not to create spectacle or to corner a witness, but to seek clarification, he said.
“We’re not playing ‘Who’s the better arguer?’” Adams said.
Most senators who discussed the bill said they supported creating a student advocate position to make the judicial process more accessible to students. All of the same senators advised against expanding the rules around questioning in court procedures, citing fear of antagonizing witnesses through confrontational questioning.
Student Activities Center Director Ryan Lindquist spoke during public
comment about his own experience being under duress during court proceedings brought against him while he was a student serving in an elections position. Lindquist said that members of the court, who do not go through traditional law courses before entering their roles, would not know how to protect witnesses from “what is basically harsh testimony, attacking testimony.”
Sen. Nicholas Romero was the first to suggest in discussion that the bill be split into two or three different bills — a sentiment that was later echoed by Barragan.
Barragan advised late in the discussion that the bill be failed by the senate, in part due to grammatical errors in the text. Sen. Josiah Ward motioned to bring the bill to an im-
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called it the “Concrete Pond.”
Today’s Duck Pond, as UNM Over the Years put it, is “almost never devoid of student life.”
The new character of the pond will be based on the state it was in in 2006, according to a statement to the Daily Lobo Institutional Support Services.
Student Krystal Duran described the Duck Pond as a “center of peace.”
“Before I came to UNM, I used to see people taking pictures at UNM — like family photos and engagement photos. And I was like, ‘It’s just a pond. What’s the hype?’”
Krystal Duran said. “But now that I come here and get to hang out on
the days that I’m here … I understand the hype.”
Paolo de Maestro, a junior and exchange student, said going to the Duck Pond with friends helped him settle in at UNM. He said he is a “little bit upset” about the potential of the Duck Pond being unavailable during the renovation.
“I hope there isn’t too much disturbance and that they don’t close it entirely, because if they did, that would be a real shame,” Maestro said.
Krystal Duran said she is glad the renovation is taking place during the winter, since people will not want to sit outside as often.
“But on the warmer days, it’s going
to suck not being able to sit out here or at least enjoy the scenery,” Krystal Duran said.
Student Lillian Duran said she doesn’t know where she will hang out if the Duck Pond is closed down completely during construction.
“This is usually where I am,” Lillian Duran said. “If the ducks and the pigeons aren’t here, then I won’t really have anything to look at because they entertain me.”
She said, however, that she’s excited to see what UNM does with the pond.
“It’s a good idea and I like it, because it will overall benefit all the animals living here. It just sucks how long it’s going to take,” Lillian Duran
said. “This could be especially hard for the pigeons, because while the ducks can just eat algae, the pigeons are more reliant on humans.”
A ground-breaking for the Duck Pond project was planned for Nov. 6, but it was canceled due to scheduling conflicts with key speakers, according to UNM Newsroom.
In the meantime, students and community members can leave notes depicting their thoughts and feelings about the project on the Duck Pond Revitalization Project website.
Shin Thant Hlaing is a freelance reporter for the Daily Lobo. She can be reached at news@dailylobo.com or on X @dailylobo
Monday-Sunday, November 11 - November 17, 2024 Events are free unless otherwise noted!
UNM Alumni Veterans Day
Celebration and Remembrance Alumni Memorial Chapel
10:00 – 11:00am
Annual Veterans Day Celebration and Remembrance to honor the courage and sacrifice of all Veterans, with a special tribute to the UNM alumni who gave their lives serving our country. The program will feature the sounds of bugle and bagpipes, and remarks from guest speaker Paul Blodgett, a UNM graduate and U.S. Navy Veteran.
Manicure Monday Group Room, WRC
2:30 – 4:00pm Attend for a DIY manicure. Hang out, relax, meet new people, and do a little self care. Nail polish is provided.
Open House: Center for Advancement of Spatial Info PAIS, Lobby 4:00 – 6:30pm
The mission of ASPIRE is to advance the capacity to measure, analyze, and respond to the lived environment. Open House includes a student poster competition and public reception.
Arabic Club Ortega Hall, Room 135 1:00 – 2:00pm Hosted by the Language Learning Center.
Thesis/Dissertation Presentation UNM Clinical & Translational Science Center, Conference Room 9:30 – 10:30am Joshua DeAguero, Biomedical Science Graduate Program, presents “Molecular and cellular approaches toward understanding the role of lysosomes in gadolinium-based contrast agent nephrotoxicity.”
Thesis/Dissertation Presentation Department of Civil Engineering, Conference Room 1:00 – 2:00pm Bassam Abou Yassine, Civil Engineering, presents “Analyzing the key characteristics and benefits of CCPR (cold central plant recycling) in road rehabilitation and sustainability.”
Thesis/Dissertation Presentation Mechanical Engineering Building, Room 427 2:00 – 3:00pm Kasandra Escarcega Herrera, Mechanical Engineering, presents “Custom Cathode Optimization for Electropolishing Additively Manufactured 316L Stainless Steel.”
Artist Talk UNM Arts Lab 4:00 – 5:30pm AJ’s public artist talk for their thesis show, “MOLTEN.”
Special Exhibit: Tamarind Institute Presents Danielle Orchard: Tender Observer Tamarind Institute
10:00am – 12:00pm Guided tours of Danielle Orchard: Tender Observer and the Tamarind workshop which houses a printer training program for UNM students.
Mindfulness Monday SHAC Workshop, Room 16 12:00 – 1:00pm Hosted by Student Health and Counseling.
Write to Roam Scotland Information Session Honors College Forum 3:30 – 5:00pm Information Session for Write to Roam Honors Study Abroad for Summer 2025.
& Film
German/English/Russian Film
Screening: One, Two, Three Ortega Hall, LLC Movie Room 2:30 – 4:30pm In West Berlin during the Cold War, a Coca-Cola executive is given the task of taking care of his boss’ socialite daughter.
Campus Events
Represent Your Branch of Service Day & Picnic UNM Veteran and Military Resource Center 12:00 – 1:00pm Stop by dressed to represent the branch of service you are affiliated with for the Veterans Week Picnic. Grab food and network with
military-affiliated students and staff from the UNM Community.
PI Reception SUB, Ballroom B 4:30 – 6:00pm Annual celebration and awards ceremony for UNM faculty researchers and research administrators. Part of Research & Discovery week.
Stress Reduction Yoga SHAC Plaza 5:15 – 6:15pm Hosted by Student Health and Counseling.
Grand Challenges Day SUB, Ballroom C 9:00am – 12:00pm
Featured presentations from past and present GC teams highlighting strategies for communication, community engagement, public policy impact, and student success. Attend to celebrate past successes and new frontiers for President Stokes’ signature Grand Challenges Program.
Thesis/Dissertation Presentation Centennial Engineering Center, Room 2042 9:00 – 10:00am Alexander Baten, Engineering, presents “A computational study of the structure and energetics of stacked DNA triple crossover junctions.”
Thesis/Dissertation Presentation Northrop Hall, Room 116 12:00 – 1:00pm Joshua Osasona, Earth & Planetary Sciences, presents “Ambient Noise Tomography of the Southern M9.2 1964 Great Alaska Earthquake
Rupture Area.”
Grand Challenges Day & Level 1 Program Launch
SUB, Ballroom C 1:00 – 4:30pm Official launch of the search for the next UNM Grand Challenges, featuring a panel of influential New Mexicans discussing the challenges facing our State, followed by an ideation session for UNM faculty, staff, and students to discuss how research can address these problems. Attend to celebrate past successes and new frontiers for President Stokes’ signature Grand Challenges Program.
College of Population Health Presentation College of Nursing & Public Health Excellence, Room 1601 2:00 – 4:00pm William Carter, University of Arizona, presents “Exploring the relationship of Indigenous identity, perceived stress, and healthcare utilization among Indigenous identifying students attending the University of Arizona.”
Thesis/Dissertation Presentation
UNM Gerald May Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering 2:00 – 3:00pm Eric Joseph, Civil Engineering, presents “How Wildfires Threaten Water Resources: A Case Study Following the Largest Wildfire Recorded in New Mexico.”
Engineering Keynote Lecture Centennial Engineering Building, Larranaga Auditorium
6:00 – 8:00pm Dr. Kelly J. Cross, Georgia Tech and Emory University, presents “Racialized Trauma: Does It Happen in Engineering?”
Campus Calendar continued on page 10
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The University of New Mexico volleyball team won in a nail-biting five-set victory over the Utah State University Aggies on Saturday, Nov. 9.
The Lobos beat two Mountain West rival teams in one week, giving UNM fans whiplash after their previous nine consecutive losses. UNM rose to 11-13 overall and 4-10 in conference play, keeping the door open for a tournament appearance.
Head Coach Jon Newman-Gonchar
attributed his team’s two wins at home to their resilience on the court and their motivation for a tournament.
“This team doesn’t back down, and they fight the end — and you see what happens when a team never quits,” Newman-Gonchar said. “We’re going to give it a hell of a shot.”
The Lobos had no small feat, as they were tasked with beating a team that just won four games straight and the last four matches against the Lobos. However, the Lobos were determined to win.
In the first set, the Lobos fell 1825 after making some mistakes. The
Lobos began serving into the net and out of bounds, not playing as aggressively as the Aggies. Although the Lobos made a decent effort to come back, it was not enough to combat the Aggies’ swift offense.
The second set began bleakly, with a point gained by Utah off a UNM serve.
The Lobos spent the majority of the second set falling behind. They quickly recovered after a dramatic kill by outside hitter Lauryn Payne, which set the tone for the rest of the set, steadily climbing to a 25-20 victory.
The third set started strong for UNM, but quickly fizzled for a loss of 18-25.
The set began tied 2-2 with Utah State, going back and forth and answering points scored. However, the Lobos’ defense could not protect against the brutal Aggie offense.
Entering the fourth set, the Lobos’ motivation on the court surged, despite what could have been a death sentence. At this point, Utah State only needed one more set to claim victory at Johnson Center, but the Lobos would not allow that to happen, especially with alums watching.
Middle blocker Elizabeth Woods attributed the gain in confidence on the court to her past teammate Kaitlynn
Biassou, who was an outside hitter for the Lobos and now plays in Barcelona.
“Having her courtside was very motivational. She came into the beginning of this season and gave us a lot of advice,” Woods said. “She’s our biggest support system.”
The Lobos’ win did not happen instantly, as they had to fight after Utah State took the lead early in the set. When the scoreboard read 19-23, the Lobos turned up the heat, tying the set 23-23. Outside hitter Kialah Jefferson sparked a victory with her eighth kill of the night before sealing the deal with her ninth, leaving the path to victory
Monday
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Outpost Performance Space
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Wednesday 10AM-1PM
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Mama and the Girls
Cannabis Dispensary and Education Center
8 AM–10:30 PM
915 Yale Blvd SE Ste B
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Wednesday: 7am-6pm
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Mama and the Girls Cannabis Dispensary and Education Center 8 AM–10:30 PM 915 Yale Blvd SE Ste B
Nekter Juice Bar Only Location in NM! Thursday: 7am-6pm 8001 Wyoming Blvd NE Suite B-1
Outpost Performance Space
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Quirky Used Books & More
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Friday
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Django Festival All Stars, 7:30 pm
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Fri: 11am – 6pm
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Saturday
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Election results from page 1
Congressional District against former Rep. Yvette Herrell (R). Vasquez won by a margin of about 11,000 votes — 52% of the vote — according to The Associated Press.
In a statement, Vasquez described serving the district as “an honor.”
“I am grateful for the trust that our voters have placed in me and pledge to help every constituent I represent,” Vasquez said in the statement.
Herrell posted on X after the race was called.
“The results tonight weren’t
Winter storm from page 2
Despite this wave of moisture, Gutzler said the weather service is making a cautious forecast for a winter that is warmer and drier than average, with lower-than-average
ASUNM from page 6
mediate vote, after which it failed. Bill 13F passed unanimously, amending the ASUNM Lawbook to list specific definitions for “substantial” and “insufficient” as they relate to evidence reviewed by the court.
Vice President Mutazz Jaber commented on the high number of absent senators. He said it was concerning that ASUNM had “barely” met quorum — ⅔ of the senate present for a full senate meeting — that night and in other recent meetings. Sens. Garcia, Sierra
Volleyball from page 7
open for the Lobos in a fifth set.
Biassou watched as her team managed to claw its way to a fifth set after a disappointing start. Biassou said she was thrilled the Lobos kept trying.
“They showed a lot of resilience. They could have easily gave up after that first set because they didn’t finish strong,” Biassou said. “But they bounced right back when they needed to.”
The fifth set was a nail-biter for fans
what we hoped for, but I’m grateful to the incredible people of #NM02 for their support over the years,” the post reads.
Incumbent Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández (D) won reelection in the 3rd Congressional District against Sharon Clahchischilliage (R) by about 35,000 votes — 56.1% of the vote — according to The Associated Press.
After the race was called, Leger Fernández told the Daily Lobo she was “very happy” to be reelected for the third time.
snowpack accumulation.
The snowstorm has left New Mexico, but some places like Mora County and Las Vegas — near the burn scar of the Hermits Peak-Calf
Dedmon, Tanner Holly, Reese Mitchell, Gabbie Gonzales and Ty Longoria were absent for Wednesday’s senate meeting.
All appropriations proposed in Wednesday’s meeting passed. These included requests for travel costs for national gatherings for five student organizations: United Greek Council, Interfraternity Council, Panhellenic Council, Phi Iota Alpha Fraternity and the American Institute of Architecture Students.
The appropriations also included
draped in cherry. The Lobos only needed to score 15 points to win, but they kept going back and forth with Utah State, tying for 12-12. The Lobos understood that winning wouldn’t be an easy feat, but made it possible after fighting tooth and nail for a 15-12 win.
The Lobos outlasted the Aggies, thanks to athletes like Madeleine Miller and Liepa Lavickyte, who put in a significant effort.
“I love service,” Leger Fernández said. “I think it’s an act of love, and so it’s going to be a continuation of being able to take the stories and voices of New Mexicans to D.C. and deliver for New Mexico.”
Leger Fernández’s day-one priorities include increasing rural access to health care and protecting women’s health care, she said.
On Nov. 6, Clahchischilliage congratulated Leger Fernádez in a statement posted to X.
Canyon Fire — are still vulnerable to flooding, according to Source NM.
“We expect the temperatures to rise back above freezing, where snow can melt right away,” Gutzler said.
requests for money to buy materials for one-time events for four organizations, including Powerful Movement of Educated Sistas, MEChA and the American Choral Directors Association.
The fourth request for event fees was an appropriation from the newlyformed Lobo Lettuce Club. Similar clubs with the same name nationally hold competitions “to see who can finish a head of iceberg lettuce fastest,” according to the UCLA Lettuce Club.
The Kiva Club, an organization
Miller generated 29 assists and put away six kills on nine attempts without an attacking error (.667) — four of which came on six attempts in the final two sets, helping the Lobos make a comeback. Miller also picked up 12 digs.
Lavickyte helped secure the Lobos’ victory after leading the team in blocks for the 11th time this season, finishing with nine block assists and putting away five kills during the match.
Editor’s note: This article was updated with further electoral college and swing state data per the Associated Press on Saturday, Nov. 9.
Lily Alexander is the editor-inchief of the Daily Lobo. She can be reached at editorinchief@dailylobo. com or on X @llilyalexander
Nate Bernard is the news editor for the Daily Lobo. He can be reached at news@dailylobo.com or on X @natebernard14
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that supports Native American students, submitted an appropriation requesting money for supplies for events. Its upcoming lineup of events will take place during the week of Monday, Nov. 11 in honor of Native American Heritage Month.
Among the events is a Traditional Wear Day, which would “allow Native students to openly express their cultural identities on campus, explore different cultural identities, and get recognized for it,” according to the
Ultimately, the Lobos added another win to their plate as they head into their next conference matchup.
“We need to keep going,” NewmanGonchar said. “We gotta be the team that finishes hot in the end.”
The Lobos will take the next couple of days to prepare for their next challenge, facing Air Force Academy during Military Responders Day on Tuesday, Nov. 12.
Leila Chapa is the social media editor for the Daily Lobo. She can be reached at socialmedia@dailylobo. com or on X @lchapa06
Paloma Chapa is the multimedia editor for the Daily Lobo. She can be reached at multimedia@dailylobo. com or on X @paloma_chapa88
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appropriation bill.
ASUNM’s next full senate meeting is on Nov. 20.
Editor’s note: Shin Thant Hlaing is a reporter for the Daily Lobo. She was not involved in the reporting or writing of this article.
Elliott Wood is a freelance reporter and photographer for the Daily Lobo. They can be reached at news@dailylobo.com or on X @dailylobo
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Izabella Kubiak-Reseigh is a freelance reporter for the Daily Lobo. She can be reached at sports@dailylobo.com or on X @kubiakizabella
Monday-Sunday, November 11 - November 17, 2024 Events are free unless otherwise noted!
Campus Calendar continued from page 6
Meetings
French Club
Ortega Hall, Lab 4
2:00 – 3:00pm Hosted by the Language Learning Center.
LAII Mellon Endowment Field
Research Grant
Latin American and Iberian Institute, 801 Yale Blvd NE
3:00 – 4:00pm To make field research more accessible to students, each spring the LAII offers field research grants (FRGs) to graduate students across campus. All potential applicants are encouraged to attend. The session will be led by Associate Director for Program Development Lenny Ureña Valerio.
Student Advisory Council Meeting
7 UNM Art Museum
4:00 – 5:30pm This semester SAC will work as a group to create a zine that focuses on themes from UNMAM’s exhibition Hindsight Insight 5.0 and themes relevant to BioArt; intersections between art, science, and technology; art museums; museum studies; art history; and art practices.
12:00 – 1:00pm
UNM, hosts a Professional and Academic Panel.
Conceptions Southwest Open Mic Honors College Forum
6:30 – 8:30pm
Conceptions Southwest, UNM art and literature publication, will be hosting an open mic for UNM students and faculty to share their written work and art. Cozy refreshments will be provided.
UNM Women’s Volleyball vs. Air Force Johnson Center
6:30 – 8:30pm UNM Women’s Volleyball faces off against Air Force. Tickets are free for students but must be acquired online
UNM Men’s Basketball vs. Texas A&M-Corpus Christi The Pit
7:00 – 9:00pm
UNM Men’s Basketball faces off against Texas A&M-Corpus Christi. Tickets are free for students but must be acquired online.
WEDNESDAY
Open House & VMRC 15-Year Anniversary
UNM Veteran and Military Resource Center
9:00am – 4:30pm
Stop by to learn about the programs and services provided to UNM Military Affiliated Students.
UNM Space Day
SUB, Ballroom C 10:00am – 4:00pm
A series of talks including, “Exploring the Moon with Artemis III,” “Walk on the Surface of Mars,” and “Touch the Surface of Mars,” hands-on workshops, and networking opportunities with leaders in the space industry. Connect with Students, Faculty, and Space Industry Experts to explore groundbreaking space research and technologies. Explore Internship Opportunities with National Labs, AFRL (Air Force Research Laboratory), and Commercial Space Industries. Engage in Workshops and Presentations on topics such as the Artemis III mission, UNM student and faculty projects, and current space initiatives.
Hump-Day HIV Testing SHAC, HP Office 11:00am – 3:00pm Hosted by Student Health and Counseling.
College of Education & Human Sciences Research Stroll Travelstead Hall, Lobby
11:00am – 2:00pm Open house of presenters talking about their research and tours of research spaces in the College.
Crafternoon
UNM Women’s Resource Center
12:00 – 2:00pm Hang out, relax, meet new people, and learn a new craft.
Biology Brown Bag
Castetter Hall, Room 100
12:00 – 1:00pm
Irvin Arroyo-Torres, UNM, presents “Parasites in Garter Snakes and Invasive Species.”
Latin American & Iberian Institute
Lecture
Latin American and Iberian Institute
3:00 – 5:00pm
Dr. Joshua Birchall, UNM, presents “Language Reclamation through Dictionary Building along the BrazilBolivia Border.”
Chemical and Biological Engineering Seminar
Centennial Engineering Center, Larranaga Auditorium
4:00 – 6:00pm
Dr. Esther S. Takeuchi, Stony Brook University, presents “Toward Clean Energy: Scalable Batteries for Large Scale Storage.”
Research & Discovery Keynote
Lecture
George Pearl Hall
5:30 – 7:00pm Sonia Torres Rodríguez, UNM, presets “Artificial Intelligence - Sea change or hype? The opportunities and challenges for our local governments, housing markets, and neighborhoods.”
Queering STEM Culture in U.S.
Higher Education
LGBTQ+ Resource Center
7:00 – 8:00pm
This lecture will feature Dr. Kelly J. Cross and Dr. Donna Riley and will include readings from Cross’s new book on navigating experiences of exclusion in academia.
Arts-in-Medicine Concert
BBR Pavilion Café, UNM Hospital 12:00 – 1:00pm Enjoy Classical Music selections performed by students of the UNM Violin Studio. Conductor and Mentor, UNM Associate Professor of Music, Carmelo de los Santos will be the guide on this musical
journey across the centuries. Sardinian Multipart Singing: A Cuncordu Cathedral of St. John, 318 Silver Ave SW 7:00 – 8:00pm This concert will showcase the culmination of a semester-long exploration of this tradition, focusing on two main variants of Sardinian multipart singing. Singers: Elena Cabitza, Christiana J. Cook, Joliana Davidson, Maryse Lapierre, Dair Obenshain, and Ruth Warner.
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UNM Department of Chicana and Chicano Studies 6:00 – 8:30pm A class practicing Son Jarocho, hosted by Chicana and Chicano Studies.
Bible Study SUB, Scholars Room 6:00-8:00PM Hosted by the Graduate Christian Fellowship.
OSE Seminar PAIS, Room 2540 12:00 – 1:00pm Dr. Wassie Takele, UNM, presents.
Gale Memorial Lecture Series UNM Arts Lab 5:30 – 7:00pm August Muth will present some of his holograms at ARTSLab in the few days leading up to the event so audience members can see them in person.
community. This is an opportunity to connect and contribute.
Undergraduate Research Opportunities Fair SUB, Atrium 11:00am – 2:00pm Drop by any time to learn about the fellowships, internships, and other resources available to undergraduate students interested in research. On and off campus programs will be on hand to answer questions.
Son Jarocho Practice
UNM Symphony Orchestra presents Nature in Motion: Forces of the Earth Popejoy Hall 7:30 – 9:00pm This concert explores the powerful forces of nature, a theme deeply connected to many Indigenous cultures, where nature is revered as a living entity that shapes people’s lives. Three distinct works, showcases a journey through the motion and energy of the natural world. $15 general admission, $10 seniors and UNM employees, $5 students (18 must show student ID).
UNM Women’s Volleyball vs. Boise State Johnson Center 6:30 – 8:30pm UNM Women’s Volleyball faces off against Boise State. Tickets are free for students but must be acquired online.
Social Determinants of Health Workshop College of Nursing & Pharmacy, Room 257 10:00 – 11:00am Presentation on Social Determinants of Health, targeted at medical students and community health workers, showcases new curriculum, and offers resources for collaboration across NM.
Altius Personal Statement Workshop Dane Smith Hall, Room 128 5:30 – 6:30pm Attend for a medical school personal statement workshop to learn what makes a strong essay stand out, avoid common mistakes, and gain insights from examples of successful presentations.
Vietnamese Language Appreciation Circle Mesa Vista Hall, Room 1034 11:00am – 12:00pm
Facilitated by Hannah Nguyen. Hosted by the Asian American Pacific islander Resource Center.
Hindi/Urdu Language Appreciation Circle Mesa Vista Hall, Room 3046
2:00 – 3:00pm Facilitated by Aiman Aamer. Hosted by the Asian American Pacific islander Resource Center.
UNM/CNM App Contest Final Presentations & Awards Lobo Rainforest Building 1:00 – 5:00pm Student finalists for UNM’s annual app contest will pitch their app in front of a panel of judges.
Appraisal Clinic + Jewelry Sale Maxwell Museum of Anthropology 5:00 – 7:00pm Appraisals are first-come firstserved and are limited to 5 items to allow for all guests to get their items
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Research & Discovery Keynote Lecture
Centennial Engineering Center, Larrañaga Auditorium 1:00 – 3:00pm Ivan Oransky, New York University’s Carter Journalism Institute, presents “Retractions: On the Rise, But Not Enough.”
Economics Seminar
Economics Department, Room 1002 2:00 – 3:00pm
Dr. Yuting Yang, UNM, presents “The Impact of Net Metering Policy Design on Residential Solar Capacity Decisions.”
Thesis/Dissertation Presentation
Zimmerman Library, Room 230 2:00 – 3:00pm John Matthews, History, presents “Can History be Therapy? Teaching Difficult Histories in Modern Ireland.”
Geography & Environmental Studies Annual Murphy Lecture. Kiva Lecture Hall 3:00 – 4:00pm
Dr. Kirk Goldsberry, University of Texas, Austin, presents “The Geography of Pro Basketball: How Cartography and Spatial Thinking Helped Define the NBA.”
Mechanical Engineering Graduate Seminar
Mechanical Engineering, Room 218 3:30 – 4:30pm
Vakthang Putkaradze, University of Alberta, presents “Coupled LiePoisson Neural Networks (CLPNets): Data-Based Computing of Coupled Hamiltonian Systems.” Physics and Astronomy Colloquium PAIS, Room 1100
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3:30 – 4:30pm
Dr. Karie Badgley, Fermilab, presents “Motivations, Technologies, and Challenges of Future Accelerators for Particle Physics.”
Riley Schaeffer Endowed Lecture in Chemistry
Clark Hall, Room 101
3:30 – 4:15pm Amy Rosenzweig, Northwestern University, presents “Seeing Copper Enzymes in their Native Membrane Environment.”
BioSymposium
UNM Art Museum, Lobby
5:30 – 7:00pm Exploring themes and concepts from UNMAM’s current exhibition, Hindsight Insight 5.0. This symposium aims to create a space for current UNM students, faculty, and staff to present their research and to discover the vast worlds of biology, art, science, technology, and their respective intersections.
Art & Music
UNM Opera Theatre presents: A Grand Night for Singing Keller Hall
7:30 – 9:30pm
UNM Opera Theatre presents a fall showcase of scenes from operas and operettas by Rogers & Hammerstein, Bernstein, Puccini, Rossini, Mozart, Donizetti, Delibes, Verdi, and Humperdinck. Professor James Flora directs the singers in duets, trios, and ensemble performances. $15 general admission, $10 seniors and UNM employees, $5 students (18 must show student ID).
An Evening with David Sedaris Popejoy Hall
7:30 – 9:30pm One of America’s preeminent humor writers, David Sedaris returns to Popejoy to read new and unpublished works. Known as a master of satire, Sedaris is witty, clever, sardonic, and one of today’s most observant writers addressing the human condition. Over 16 million copies of his books have been printed in 32 languages. Sedaris’s short stories and essays
have appeared in The New Yorker and “The Best American Essays.”
His most recent book, Pretty Ugly, a short graphic novel for children was released this year. Tickets range from $25-$75.
UNM Women’s Basketball vs. Western New Mexico
The Pit
7:00 – 9:00pm
UNM Women’s Basketball faces off against Western New Mexico. Tickets are free for students but must be acquired online.
SATURDAY
Molten Closing Reception
6th Street Studio, 1029 6th St NW 5:00 – 8:00pm
MFA Thesis Exhibition by Adelaide Theriault.
UNM Opera Theatre presents: A Grand Night for Singing Keller Hall
7:30 – 9:30pm
UNM Opera Theatre presents a fall showcase of scenes from operas and operettas by Rogers & Hammerstein, Bernstein, Puccini, Rossini, Mozart, Donizetti, Delibes, Verdi, and Humperdinck. Professor James Flora directs the singers in duets, trios, and ensemble performances. $15 general admission, $10 seniors and UNM employees, $5 students (18 must show student ID).
Theater & Film
SCRAP Production Festival
SUB 12:00 – 9:00pm
The festival will run a total of two days with 20-30-minute plays & 1-2 act plays in the lineup. Saturday and Sunday will be or headliner (full length) plays. Out Of Order is a chance for writers to have their play read aloud so they can continue working on it and/or get audience feedback to eventually put it up as a full production. For the 2 day pass, tickets are $15, for 1 day they are $7.50.
Sports & Recreation
UNM Football vs. Washington State University Stadium 7:30 – 9:30pm UNM Football faces off against Washington State. Tickets are free for students but must be acquired online.
Theater & Film
SCRAP Production Festival SUB 12:00 – 9:00pm The festival will run a total of two days with 20-30-minute plays & 1-2 act plays in the lineup. Saturday and Sunday will be the headliner (full length) plays. Out Of Order is a chance for writers to have their play read aloud so they can continue working on it and/or get audience feedback to eventually put it up as a full production. For the 2 day pass, tickets are $15, for 1 day they are $7.50.
Cello Recital Keller Hall 12:00 – 1:00pm Presented by Lais Tavares Gomes.
Senior Clarinet Recital Keller Hall
2:00 – 3:00pm Isaac Ploof’s Senior Recital. Student of Dr. Jeffrey Brooks.
Senior Guitar Recital Keller Hall 4:00 – 5:00pm Presented by Samuel Ortega.
Molten Through November 15
6th Street Studio, 1029 6th St NW
MFA Thesis Exhibition by Adelaide Theriault.
Shared Bodies
Through November 22
Masley Gallery Art Education Capstone Exhibition by Ceinwen Carrejo exploring Material collaboration and reciprocal making in spaces of mothering, learning, and teaching with young children.
Counter/Part Through November 23
George Pearl Hall, Larry Dorothy Rainosek Family Gallery Works by Kirsten Angerbauer and Rachel Jump.
Danielle Orchard: Tender Observer Through December 20
Tamarind Institute
Showcases work made by the artist at Tamarind Institute from 2019 to 2022. Gallery hours are TuesdayFriday 10am-5pm.
Hindsight Insight 5.0
Through December 07
UNM Art Museum
Hindsight Insight 5.0 is the final installment of the UNM Art Museum’s hybrid project and exhibition space devoted to complicating existing narratives about racism, colonialism, and gender stereotypes while decentering curatorial authority and institutional voice.
Pedacitos de Resistencia: Socially Engaged Work in Latin American Special Collections Through December 2024
Zimmerman Library, Frank Waters Room
Offers archival snapshots, pieces of collections to briefly showcase how socially engaged work can capture different histories, narratives, and imaginaries.
Oaxaca Ingobernable: Aesthetics, Politics, and Art from Below
Through March 14, 2025
Maxwell Museum of Anthropology
Oaxaca Ingobernable: Aesthetics, Politics, and Art from Below, explores subversive representations of embodied resistance by Indigenous and Black Oaxacan communities in Mexico and the United States through collaborative artmaking practices and largescale relief prints, on view in the Hibben Center and Maxwell Museum of Anthropology at the University of New Mexico.
“Nothing Left for Me”: Federal Policy and the Photography of Milton Snow in Diné Bikéyah Through May 3, 2025 Maxwell Museum of Anthropology This exhibition foregrounds Diné perspectives on the intersecting and ongoing legacies of both photography and American colonialism.
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