December 2006 |
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The UNM Alumni Association is launching a new social networking tool, inCircle, exclusively for Lobo alumni. inCircle allows UNM alumni to connect with friends and friends of friends (all UNM alumni) based on shared interests, common acquaintances, professions, locations, and more—all in a secure net environment.
The substance of the site is created completely by users themselves. So, for example, if you want to talk about the Lobos, hear from alumni who’ve traveled to Tibet, find fellow Lobos interested in mountain biking, make a job contact in Kansas City, or organize a party for a favorite prof, you can! The possibilities are endless!
- You can re-connect with a friend you haven’t talked to in years
- You can keep a journal or post your own blog for others to check out.
- You can share pictures of your wedding, your kids, the big game
- You can get birthday reminders
- You can contact alumni about career and business opportunities
- You can start or join a group—plan events, share photos, meet new people, exchange ideas.
Register and sign up 30 new friends (new registrants) by December 15 and we’ll enter you into a drawing for a $125 iTunes card!
How do I register?
Registering is simple:
- Go to http://incircle.unmalumni.com
- Click on “Register” and enter your name and the last four digits of your social security number
- Log in and start adding your friends to your network
How do I get started?
inCircle allows each member the opportunity to create an original, editable and lively webpage. To start the process, simply follow these directions below.
- Click My Profile
- Click on the “Edit” buttons with your profile page to update your Personal, Business, School and Social information. From here you can add picture albums, add a journal, and allow those in the community to link to your blog or check out your blog roll.
How do I invite my friends?
- To find friends, type their names in the Search box.
- Once you find your friend, click the ‘Add as Friend’ button.
- You will then see the e-mail message that will be sent. From here you can add a personalized message to your friend requesting a network connection.
- If you can't find the individual you are looking for by using the keyword search, try the Advanced Search link directly below the Search box. With advanced search, you can look for someone by a number of criteria, including class year, major, city, etc.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact incircle@unm.edu
Enjoy your new network community!
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And who lit all those luminarias on Hodgin Hall? UNM Alumni Relations Office staff members Gina Maes (left) and Donna Balduini--with colleague Sue MacEachen--climbed to all levels setting the Hodgin luminarias aglow. Photo: Laurie Mellas |
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Who did the Lobos play in their first game at the Pit 40 years ago? Give us your answer here (you may need to log into the Online Community) and we'll enter your name in a drawing for a UNM Pit anniversary t-shirt. Results of Our Last Howl Back |
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The beloved UNM tradition known as “Hanging of the Greens” dates back to 1935. This year, Acting President Harris accepted the wreath during the December 1 event and hung it on the entryway gate to University House. |
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For the first time in many years, Hodgin Hall was bedecked by luminarias on December 1. The Alumni Center welcomed campus alumni to a holiday party before the Hanging of the Greens at University House. Photo: Norman Johnson |
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Campus alumni donated children's hats, gloves, and scarves to PB&J Family Services at a Hodgin Hall Open House. Elena Ricci joins her mom, Alumni Relations office manager Roberta Ricci, '06 BBA, in making a donation. Photo: Laurie Mellas |
What do nearly 2,500 staff members here on campus have in common? They belong to the community of people who have the dual distinction of being alumni and serving their alma mater.
Campus alumni were invited to a holiday party on December 1 at the Alumni Center-Hodgin Hall to recognize their commitment to UNM. Attendees brought kids’ hats, scarves and gloves to be donated to PB&J Family Services, which serves needy New Mexico families.
Winter graduation takes place the evening of Friday, December 15. Over 2,360 students will march in the ceremony at the Pit and be recognized as graduates and alumni of the University of New Mexico. UNM Acting President Harris will preside over the occasion. As well, convocation ceremonies will be held for individual schools, colleges, and/or departments to honor their graduates.
All December graduates are invited to attend a reception in their honor hosted by Acting President Harris and the Alumni Association on the south concourse of the Pit following the graduation ceremony.
Young Alumni will also celebrate their newest members on December 14 at a Wine and Cheese Social at the Alumni Center-Hodgin Hall.
Inaugural New Mexico Bowl
The inaugural New Mexico Bowl football game will be held at University Stadium on December 23. The game will match a team from the Mountain West Conference against a team from the Western Athletic Conference and be televised by ESPN.
Watch the Lobos best the San Jose State Spartans. Before the game, cheer the team on at a Lobo Tailgate from 12-2 in the Alumni/Lobo Club tent (in the tailgate lot NE of the stadium)!
In their regular-season finale, UNM became bowl eligible by beating San Diego State 41-14 at University Stadium on November 25. The Lobos are now 6-6, 4-4 MWC going into the contest.
Lobos for Legislation—2007 Priorities
Start the New Year by making a difference for your alma mater: help us make sure that your elected representatives know how much UNM and higher education mean to you. Share your story, your passion, and your concern with New Mexico state legislators and leaders. Get involved with Lobos for Legislation.
This grassroots legislative advocacy network of more than 400 UNM alumni serves as a pipeline of information to alumni and friends of the University on legislative matters. See our 2007 Legislative Priorities below for what we’re focusing on this year.
There are lots of ways you can positively affect the future of higher education in New Mexico—with calls, letters, and hands-on advocacy. Follow these links below to learn more. Thank you!
- Our 2007 Legislative Priorities
- Get Involved With Lobos for Legislation
- Resources for Talking With Your Legislators
- Find Your Elected Representatives Online
- List of Alumni Elected Representatives
Chapter Events Around the Country
Connect with old friends at holiday parties, and look ahead for upcoming Lobo Days. Young Alumni are planning several events so be sure to join the listserv to keep in touch.
Young Alumni Events
Check the Young Alumni events calendar and plan to join all the fun! Upcoming events include “Hockey Mania” on January 5, when the Young Alumni will travel to the Santa Ana Star Center in Rio Rancho to see the New Mexico Scorpions play the Amarillo Gorillas.
Plus, career-building events like a business etiquette dinner and upcoming financial workshops
- Attend Holiday Chapter Events
- Contact your Chapter Coordinator
- Join Young Alumni Listserv
- View Young Alumni events
“How Will You Spend Winter Break?”
No one deserves a well-earned break more than our student Trailblazers, who volunteer their time for alumni, University, and community events. We asked them how they plan to spend their Winter Break. Their answers range from snowboarding and skiing to enjoying the holidays with their families—and catching up on sleep!
Thanks to all who sent in recipes. Click on the link below to read the mouth-watering results.
Yet More “You Know You’re a
UNM Alum When…”
Your additions to the "You Know You’re a UNM Alum When…" list keep coming in! Click below for the newest entries, plus the original list.
Send your additions to alumni@unm.edu.
The University of New Mexico celebrated “There’s No Place Like Home!” for its 81st Homecoming, October 2-7. Flying witches—good and bad—scarecrows, lions, tin men, flying monkeys and gingham-dressed Dorothy characters, including Lobo Lucy, descended upon the UNM campus for a fun-filled week of celebrations.
Continuing Education at UNM:
Lifelong Learning
Continuing Education at UNM announces the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute designed to offer university-level, daytime courses to adults 50 years of age and older.
The Osher Foundation is a grant-based program that has proven to be successful with major universities nationwide. There are no admissions, no grades, and no tests. An annual membership fee allows students to choose from a diverse set of thought-provoking courses taught year-round by current and emeritus University of New Mexico faculty members and renowned experts from the local community.
Capping up a stellar season on the field, the University of New Mexico men's soccer team ended its season with a 3-1 loss at 13th-seeded Cal in the second round of the 2006 NCAA Tournament on November 15. New Mexico advanced to the second round for the third year in a row and the fifth time in the last six seasons, ending its season with a 14-4-3 record.
The women’s soccer team finished the 2006 season with an 8-7-5 overall mark and had its first consecutive winning season since joining the MWC in 1999. Junior midfielder Terryn Granados was named to the ESPN The Magazine/College Sports Information Directors of America (CoSIDA) Academic all-District VI first-team.
Winter Baseball?
Lobo Youth Baseball Camps
The New Mexico baseball program is putting on three clinics this winter. A youth camp for ages 6-12 is set for December 18 while a hitter's camp and a pitching and catching camp are scheduled for December 19 and 20, respectively. Click below to learn more and register online. Contact Assistant Coach Trent Petrie at 505-925-5567 for more information.
UNM Archivist Terry Gugliotta is looking for a Lobo Snoopy pin like the one pictured here to add to the UNM archives. Can you help us? Send an e-mail to Terry at tgug@unm.edu with any leads!
JUST FOR ALUMS
Ho-Ho-Lobo:
Think Lobo Wear for the Holidays
Permanent Email Forwarding
One of your UNM Alumni benefits is permanent email forwarding with an "@unmalumni.com" address. Now you can have a permanent email address that NEVER changes and is affiliated with your alma mater! Even when you change jobs or email providers, your permanent email address remains the same. All you have to do is come back and change your forwarding email address. It's as simple as that. Plus, it's a great way to show your Lobo pride.
Your World of Alumni Benefits
We want you to take advantage of all the benefits and services available to you as a UNM alum, so we've put them on one convenient page. Take a look!"
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