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Inaugural Space Day brings UNM’s space community together

Leila Chapa | November 18

On Wednesday, Nov. 13, the University of New Mexico’s first Space Day was held at the Student Union Building Ballroom. The event welcomed all space enthusiasts from on and off campus. The Space Sustainability Research Grand Challenge and the Center for Advanced Sample Analysis of Astromaterials from the Moon and Beyond, aka CASA Moon, supported and organized the event. Both programs are centered at UNM. Charles Shearer Jr. and Maryam Hojati are UNM professors and members of SSRGC. They were the lead organizers for Space Day. “We are trying to make sure that New Mexico can be one of the leaders in space technology and space science in the future,” Hojati said.

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Sports

Football: Lobos claw to a nail-biting 38-35 victory over ranked Washington State

Izabella Kubiak-Reseigh | November 18

The University of New Mexico football team came up big against nationally ranked No. 19/18 Washington State University Cougars on Saturday, Nov. 16, securing a tight 38-35 victory. The Lobos left Saturday night sporting a 5-6 record — 3-3 in conference play. A scene from a movie unfolded at University Stadium. From end zone to end zone, fans wearing cherry and silver blanketed the field, howling for a Lobo victory against a nationally ranked team. The last time the Lobos beat a ranked opponent was 2003, and the last time they beat a ranked opponent at home was 1994, according to a Lobo Athletics Instagram post.

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REVIEW: ‘The Crow’ — dream the crow black dream

Marcela Johnson | November 18

Thirty years later, “The Crow,” released in 1994 and directed by Alex Proyas, still holds up. From the moody atmosphere to the perfect soundtrack, I highly recommend it for anyone’s autumn rotation. Based on a comic book by James O’Barr, “The Crow” follows rocker Eric Draven as he comes back to life on the one-year anniversary of his death to avenge his and his fiance’s death. The movie deals with some harsh topics but is unfortunately still relevant 30 years later. For example, Shelly Webster, Draven’s fiance, is killed and assaulted because she dared to speak out against forced evictions.

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Culture

Explora hosts night full of fungi and fermentations

Paloma Chapa | November 18

On Friday, Nov. 15, during Explora’s Adult Night, local fungi and fermentation vendors gave visitors a taste of mushrooms, mold and fermented foods. Visitors could taste kombucha and koji, enjoy local beer and wine, and take home a sample of fermented vegetables while also enjoying the science activities Explora offers. Explora partnered with the Fermentation and Fungi Fest to bring several vendors, including Enchanted Farms Mushrooms, Ecologica, New Mexico Ferments and Sheehan Winery to the “fermentastic” night.

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Culture

Nuclear Museum honors Native American Heritage Month

John P. Hefti | November 18

Until the end of November, the National Museum of Nuclear Science & History will display a banner exhibit highlighting the scientific contributions and achievements of Native Americans. The exhibit was debuted on Nov. 1 in honor of Native American Heritage Month. Located directly across from the entrance, the exhibit displays a total of seven banners featuring Native American astronauts, physicists, mathematicians, doctors and politicians. Bernadette Robin, a spokesperson for the museum, said Native American representation in the sciences is the most important thing the museum wants visitors to get out of the experience.

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Sports

Volleyball: Lobos wrangle the Broncos in tight four-set victory

Izabella Kubiak-Reseigh | November 18

The University of New Mexico’s volleyball team won in four sets against the Boise State University Broncos in the Senior Night game on Thursday, Nov. 14. This victory solidified an incredible comeback for UNM from their previous nine-loss nightmare just weeks prior. Now the Lobos move to 6-10 in conference play and 13-13 overall to stay alive in the hunt for a tournament appearance. There was a large fan turnout for the seniors. Before the game started, Lobo seniors were recognized on the court with plaques, flowers and the ear-ringing cheers of the crowd.

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REVIEW: The Cure showcases angst, hope and beauty in new album

Elijah Ritch | November 18

On Nov. 1, rock band The Cure released its 14th album “Songs of a Lost World.” The first album in 16 years from the goth-rock titans, “Songs of a Lost World” has been in the works for years. In a 2019 interview with the Los Angeles Times, the band’s iconic frontman Robert Smith said that nailing down his vocals was the hardest part of making the new album. “I keep going back over and redoing them, which is silly. At some point, I have to say ‘That’s it,’” Smith told the LA Times.

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New Mexico experiences warmest October in more than a century

Jaden McKelvey-Francis | November 18

In October, New Mexico experienced an average temperature of 60.8 degrees Fahrenheit — the highest for the month since the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration began keeping records in 1895. The high temperatures in the fall are expected to continue throughout the winter as well, according to a recent report from NOAA. Throughout the United States, above-average winter temperatures will likely occur across the east coast, the Gulf of Mexico and the Southwest, according to the report. Along with the warmer temperatures in these areas, NOAA predicts lower-than-average levels of precipitation over the next few months. Drought conditions are expected to persist in the southern part of New Mexico, according to the report.

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REVIEW: Will we look back at this and laugh?

Addison Fulton | November 15

There’s an old adage that comedy is just tragedy given time. But, in the modern comedy landscape, we don’t have time. Everything has to be funny now, no matter what. So, what does funny look like now? On Nov. 9, Saturday Night Live ran its first episode since Donald Trump was reelected as president of the United States. On one hand, the first Trump presidency had a lot of absurd, hilarious moments. On the other, it was dark and frightening. A Trump presidency is less funny now that we know just how bad it can get.

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Community participates in same-day voter registration at UNM

Shin Thant Hlaing | November 12

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 same-day voter registration on Election Day was made available in New Mexico, according to the Bernalillo County Clerk website.

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Culture

‘Preconceived’: UNM film screening depicts anti-abortion pregnancy clinics

Addison Fulton | November 12

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.

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Sports

Volleyball: Lobos stun Utah State Aggies with a five-set victory

Elizabeth Bolke and Izabella Kubiak-Reseigh | November 11

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, whiplashing UNM fans 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.

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News

Winter storm leaves thousands of New Mexicans without power, trees damaged

Leila Chapa and Paloma Chapa | November 11

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 emergecies Nov. 7, providing $1.5 million to state agencies that were responding to the impacts of the storm, according to a press release.

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Culture

A guide to post-election mental health resources on campus

Lily Alexander | November 11

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.

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From ‘concrete pond’ to ‘center of peace’: Students react to Duck Pond renovation

Shin Thant Hlaing | November 11

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 was previously 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. The Daily Lobo called the pond the “Concrete Pond” in an article that ran on Oct. 8, 1975. Today’s Duck Pond, as UNM Over the Years put it, is “almost never devoid of student life.”

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ASUNM denies Lawbook amendment

Elliott Wood | November 11

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 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.

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Students react to Trump's election

Elizabeth Bolke and LaKya Brents | November 11

On Wednesday, Nov. 6, 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. Freshman Arykah Melton and chairperson of student organization Powerful Movement of Educated Sistas, said she is saddened and worried by the election results. She said before the election, she believed Vice President Kamala Harris would win and become the first president who is a woman of color. “There wasn’t a doubt in my mind until I started watching the polls,” Melton said.

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Sports

Football: The big bad Lobos defeat San Diego State Aztecs

Izabella Kubiak-Reseigh | November 11

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 led 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.

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Women’s basketball: Lobos bounce back with a win against Morehead State

Maria Fernandez | November 11

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 struggled to consistently put points on the scoreboard.

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Volleyball: Lobos beat Nevada, breaking losing streak

Izabella Kubiak-Reseigh | November 11

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, and kept committed,” Newman-Gonchar said. “We can’t wait to do it again.”