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Department upgrades University computers

Anyone who uses e-mail or the Internet, receives a paycheck, issues grades or even hires someone, whether they know it, is using one key department at UNM - the Computer and Information Resources and Technology Department. The department, more commonly known among computer users as CIRT, is looking at its current computer systems and capabilities and is using state-of-the-art technology to make on-campus computers more manageable and user-friendly.

UNM D back to form with total domination

The UNM defensive squad showed just how good it can be in it 23-0 shut out of Baylor University Saturday. The Lobos D dominated, wreaking havoc on the Bears' offense all night. Good defense is something that UNM fans have gotten used to over the past couple of years, but that had not been the case in the first three games this season.

PASSPORT TO UNM: UNM offers Child Care Center

UNM's Child Care Center is expanding to offer more support to students with families - something that many students may not even know about. Elena Aguirre, the center's director, said the program is so vital to the UNM community that she doesn't understand why more students don't know about it.

Lobos find D, lose Wright

UNM's 23-0 demolition of Baylor University Saturday night turned out to be a game of lost and found. The Lobos found its ferocious, top-20 defense, which held the Bears to 107 yards total offense, recorded four sacks, forced two fumbles.

Albuquerque not yet hit by Nile upsurge

by Mary Franklin Daily Lobo Last month, New Mexico became the 40th state to confirm presence of the West Nile Virus when horses tested positive in several southeastern counties. Although the disease has only been spotted in horses far away from Albuquerque, UNM and city officials are vigilantly watching for conditions that may cause the virus to spring up here.

Ice Wolves gear up for sixth UNM season

Hockey is one of the fastest growing sports in the United States. So it's no surprise that UNM has a hockey team of its own. The UNM Ice Wolves enter their sixth year of existence this year. A club team, the Ice Wolves are not NCAA-sanctioned, nor does the UNM Athletic Department support them.

Marching Band

Win or lose, there is always a common denominator at Lobo football home games - the UNM Spirit Marching Band. M. Miller Asbill, the associate director of bands, is in his second year as director of the marching band. The band will perform four separate programs this year, "Music of the 90's," which has been featured at the first two games this year, a Latin-themed show, a show based on movie theme songs and a Motown-themed performance.

COLUMN: Citizens' quiet rejection of racist most effective

by Casey Jacketta U-Wire Last Saturday, Rev. Matt Hale of the Illinois-based World Church of the Creator spoke at the Sugarhouse Branch of the Salt Lake County Library. Despite what its name implies, the organization is not what those who consider themselves religious would associate with a "church.

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'True' Mexican Independence Day celebrated

by Julian R. Lucero-Emmons Daily Lobo In celebration of the "true" Mexican Independence Day, an honor guard from Mexico presented the Mexican flag to more than 100 people Friday in an event that included food, music and history. Many American's incorrectly perceive Cinco de Mayo, May 5, to be Mexico's Independence Day, but the country's actual independence from Spain began on Sept.

Southwest Film Center gives alternative theater

Tired of the same old movie? The one they keep showing you with the skin-and-bones, pouty-lipped supermodel falling all over herself to get to the muscular, glistening hero of the week? Tired of Hollywood talking down to you? Check out the Southwest Film Center - a movie house devoted to showcasing noteworthy independent movies.

Intramural sports offer a common ground to gather

UNM's intramural sports offer students, staff and faculty a variety of ways to get out and compete among their peers, provides a way of relieving stress and adds to a person's overall college experience. "It provides a common ground for people to gather, and offers them ways to connect in ways not possible through the everyday school life," said Fred Perez, director of UNM's Recreational Services.

COLUMN: ASUNM branch always working

by Heather R. Gabel Daily Lobo Columnist I can't believe we are now 25 percent done with the 2002 fall semester; it has gone faster than I ever could have imagined. This is the fifth column you have read about ASUNM and I hope that you feel that you are beginning to understand what the Associated Students of UNM student government is and how it helps the students of the University of New Mexico.

Men's cross country team cruises, women take second

Staff Report The UNM men's and women's cross country teams continued their success this weekend in a triumphant return to the UNM North Golf Course for the Lobo Invitational. The Lobo men won its second consecutive tournament while cruising to 21-point victory over second place Air Force Academy.

Men's golf team takes top honors at UNM Tucker Invitational

Staff Report For the second year in a row, the UNM men's golf team won its own William H. Tucker Intercollegiate tournament. Senior Michael Letzig won individual honors, shooting a final round 2-under on his way to 9-under par for the tournament. Letzig the first Lobo to win the individual title since Doug LaBelle tied for top honors in 1997.

Soccer team off to a strong start

The excitement is building around this year's UNM men's soccer team. By winning its first four games, the Lobos and are off to their best start since 1987. After earning all four wins on the road, the Lobos are ready for some home cooking this weekend.

Lobos seek revenge against Bears

The University of New Mexico football team will be seeking revenge Saturday when it takes on Baylor University. The Lobos (1-2, 0-1 MWC) return to non-league action this weekend in a rematch of last year's 16-13 overtime loss that took place in Waco, Texas.

LETTER: United States needs to think before striking

Craig Butler's column on 9/11 calling for unabated anger over the atrocities of 9/11 rests on three basic premises. Two of these premises are incorrect and one is unknowable.

Men tee off on '02 golf season

On Friday, the UNM men's golf team opens its 2002-2003 season at the 48th annual William H. Tucker Intercollegiate tournament at the UNM Championship Course.