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No more ‘public’ in public speaking

Andrew Lyman | November 29

To cut costs, the University will offer an online version of a common core class this spring, but some students are skeptical that public speaking will not be as valuable in the privacy of their own homes. “I do appreciate the technology of the 21st century, but without a specific live audience, you’re removing the skill,” student Roba Robbinson said. Students who sign up for online sections will fulfill the traditional requirements, said Janet Shiver, public speaking course coordinator.

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UNM studies, encourages healthy eating habits

Andrew Lyman and Chelsea Erven | November 15

Nutritionists recommend thinking before eating to avoid extra pesky pounds Between class, work, studying and social activities, it can be hard to avoid the infamous “freshman 15,” but a few easy lifestyle changes can prevent gaining extra pounds.

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APD: Suicide at UNM

Andrew Lyman | November 12

The body of a missing Virginian woman was found on campus Thursday after a suspected suicide, according to APD. Police spotted the rental car belonging to Rochelle Cremona-Simmons and her husband in the Redondo Village parking lot east of Johnson Field at about 11 a.m., APD Spokeswoman Trish Hoffman said.

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Porn show organizers: Even 'censored' too risky

Andrew Lyman | November 7

What started as an annual film festival that showcased adult films has become a battle for self expression and free speech.

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Ifill talks politics

Andrew Lyman | November 4

Journalist Gwen Ifill will stop by KNME this weekend to lend insight into Tuesday’s midterm elections. Ifill, host of PBS’ Washington Week, will also discuss politics and the state of journalism on the public access station Saturday. Joan Rebecchi, KNME communication manager, said the station invites celebrities throughout the year to boost donations, and event ticket sales have spiked, with VIP tickets sold out. “Any time we hold these events, our donor numbers increase,” she said. Gene Grant from KNME’s New Mexico in Focus, will ask Ifill questions to start the night, followed by audience questions, Rebecchi said. Afterward, she said Ifill will sign copies of her book, The Breakthrough: Politics and Race in the Age of Obama, at the UNM Bookstore. In a 2009 interview with The New York Times, Ifill said her book focuses on African-Americans and the progress they’ve been afforded by past generations’ sacrifices.

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Slated buildings to cost millions

Andrew Lyman | October 26

The Board of Regents’ Finance and Facilities Committee approved $400 million worth of investments, construction and repairs Tuesday.

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Zoning issues pause porn fest

Andrew Lyman | October 26

Organizers and supporters of an annual adult film festival were trying to promote freedom of sexual expression.

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Fiesta valet facilitates cyclists

Andrew Lyman | October 10

While some balloon fiesta attendees may have been stuck in traffic, others were using another travel option. Hundreds of people used bike trails to ride to the fiesta, event officials said. Elaine Nelson, the balloon fiesta transportation manager, said BikeABQ offered a free valet service for all cyclists. Riders left their bikes in a secure spot while they attended the event, which ended Sunday. She said she was trying to emulate other bike valet services she had seen.

UNM staff member Cindy Mortensen looks at the Mayan weaving exhibit at the Maxwell Museum of Anthropology on Wednesday. The exhibit focuses on the differences in textile production in southern Mexico over the past two decades.

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Weaving new traditions in with old

Andrew Lyman | September 30

An exhibit at the Maxwell Museum of Anthropology will help visitors weave through Mayan community traditions. Mary Beth Hermans, Public Programs director, said the exhibit displays how clothing changed dramatically over the last two generations because of entrepreneurship and mass production.

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Tea Party rallies for local support

Andrew Lyman | September 27

Hundreds of Albuquerque Tea Party supporters toting political signs gathered in an empty lot near Balloon Fiesta Park on Saturday. Charlotte Salazar, the original founder of the Albuquerque Tea Party, was one of the speakers at the “Get Out the Vote” rally. During her speech, Salazar said the Tea Party is becoming a recognizable, legitimate political force. “This is our country. This is our state, and finally our voice will be heard,” she said.