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 • SAAP Getting New Home • Howler Survey Results •
Homecoming 2003 • Lobos for Legislation • Lobos Basketball •
UNM Alumni Travel • Dinner for 12 Strangers •
Learning for Life |
 Who wrote the Territorial In last month's Howl Back poll, we More than half of respondents |
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January/February 2004
Welcome to The Howler
A bi-monthly e-newsletter for UNM alumni and friends,
dedicated to building friends for life with news, resources, and ways
to stay connected.
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Feature Articles
UNM Alums Hold Afghanistan Reunion
While serving their country, UNM alums Maggie
Brandt, '84 MS, '90 MD, and Mark Torres, '90 MD, recently met up in an
unlikely place: the high deserts of Afghanistan.
SAAP Students & Alums Getting New
Home
There's a sweet reward
coming for alums and students of UNM's School of Architecture and Planning
(SAAP) who have long made do with inadequate space—and shall we
say?—less than aesthetically pleasing digs. The University plans
to break ground for the new George Clayton Pearl School of Architecture
and Planning building this fall.
The Howler is a Hit!
Thanks to all who took time to answer our survey
about how you like the new Howler eNewsletter.
The results are in—over 90 percent of respondents said they enjoy
reading The Howler; that it keeps them up to date on events,
resources and campus happenings; and is about the right length! We received
some nice compliments on how easy it is to read online and that you enjoy
hearing what's happening on campus. Please let us know if you have suggestions
for how we can make The Howler more valuable to you.
- Read the first two issues here
- Let us know what you think about The Howler
Homecoming 2003 Photo Gallery
Missed out on the fun
in person or want to relive the good times from 2003's Homecoming festivities?
We've captured some happy memories and put them together for you in an
online photo album.
- "Carnival on The Rio" photo album
Lobos for Legislation—Get Involved
Lobos for Legislation is your grassroots legislative
advocacy network of Alums who are concerned with the future of higher
education at UNM. This month we offer links to help you take action and
be involved.
- Lobos for Legislation—How to Help
- Tips for interacting with legislators
- Web resources to reach NM legislators
Lobos Basketball Teams Ready for Tough
Competition
The 2003-04 basketball teams face tough competition
from their Mountain West Conference opponents. Whether you're near or
far, join in cheering on the team.
The women's team, led by Head Coach Don Flanagan, is hot to repeat last year's first-ever NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 appearance and first MWC Tournament title and first conference championship since 1998. As of mid-January, they are well on their way with a WIN-LOSS mark.
Men's Head Coach Ritchie McKay is building on last season's successes with six returning lettermen, nine new faces and a tough offensive strategy. As of mid-January, the Lobos have racked up a hard fought WIN-LOSS record.
- Follow all the Women's basketball action
- Keep up on the Men's games and scores
- Buy tickets and cheer on the Lobos at a game
Explore the World! UNM Education and
Travel Program
Make 2004 the year you travel the world with
fellow Alums. Explore the treasures of Costa Rica, enjoy a luxury adventure
to Prague and Budapest, and take part in an unforgettable educational
experience on the Italian Rivera! All this and special prices
for Alums.
- Dates, details, and prices
- Contact coordinator Charlene Chavez
"Dinner for 12 Strangers"
Builds Lobo Community
What happens when 12 strangers come together
for dinner? A new program organized by the UNM Alumni Association brings
12 students, faculty, and Alums together for an evening of conversation
and great food. The result is a unique opportunity to build new friendships
with UNM as a common bond. Contact coordinator Sue
MacEachen to learn more.
Learning for Life—NEW Easy Online
Registration
We've made signing up for a class, workshop
or trip with UNM Continuing Education easier than ever with new online
registration! (Of course, you can still walk, mail, phone, or fax in your
registration too.) Whatever you want to do, whoever you want to be, we
can help you with the tools you need to get there.
Just for Alums
UNM Alumni Association
Online Community
Make new connections with the Online Community. Registration is free and
easy.
Keep Your New Year's
Resolution—Show Your Lobo Pride
Start the New Year right by shopping online for Alum gear
and gifts.
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Save bucks and support the UNM Alumni Association with a 2004 Entertainment Book |
Chapter Happenings—Happy
Birthday UNM!
Wish UNM "Happy Birthday" at an upcoming Lobo
Days celebration, commemorating UNM's founding on February 28, 1889.
Career Resources
If you're searching for a new job or want to post an employment opportunity,
the extensive career resources available in our Online Community can help.
AllLearn—Alliance
for Lifelong Learning
Your search for knowledge begins here. Choose
from a wide variety of interactive courses on subjects, including the
one highlighted below. UNM Alums enjoy a 20 percent tuition discount.
