By Staff Writer: Grace Anders Twinkling lights rained down overhead, interspersed with multicolored flags dancing lazily in the soft breeze. Melodic percussion poured out from the gazebo centered in the plaza and cradled my senses in a warm embrace. On the stone patio surrounding the gazebo, couples stepped slowly in rhythm with the music as though…
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Midterms, Work, and Sleep
By Staff Writer: Miriam Therrien Midterms can be one of the most stressful times of the semester, as it is for me. I currently work full-time at the Air Force Research Laboratory and have two small children and a husband at home. Working a full-time job while balancing family and school can make the pressure, stress, and anxiety feel even greater. Balancing work, home responsibilities, studying, and completing assignments takes a lot of time…
How NIL Opportunities Affect University of New Mexico Athletes
By Staff Writer: Jacob Mattox The world of college athletics is rapidly changing and the University of New Mexico is no exception. As of 2021 the NCAA has allowed college athletes to profit off of their name, image, and likeness (NIL). Meaning athletes can get paid off of their products, sponsorships, and promotions on social media. It has completely changed the landscape, and…
Yoga for the Mind and for the Body
By Staff Writer: Kathryn Richter Despite the stereotype of yoga being only for women, the benefits of daily yoga have the abilityto impact the lives of anyone who tries it. Yoga can help calm sore muscles, stiff joints, racing minds, and even speed up healing processes.There are dozens of types of yoga and each one…
Make it stop!
By Staff Writer: Shawna Hamilton Raise your hand if you hate the time change. I wish we would do away with the time change. It clearly works for Arizona. The subject comes up repeatedly in state legislation, yet we continue to change our clocks twice a year. According to a news story by Maggie Branch of KRQE News…
Freeway Construction in Los Lunas looks to Add Convenience for Valencia County Residents
By Staff Writer: Jacob Mattox The construction of a new freeway interchange in Los Lunas, New Mexico has begun as part of a major project that aims to improve transportation in Valencia County. The interchange will provide a new connection between Interstate-25 and Highway 314, giving residents and commuters an additional route to their destinations. The commute…
When groceries cost more, wasting less matters
By Staff Writer: Kayla Kocher As grocery prices remain elevated, avoiding food waste can be one way for students to protect already tight budgets. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported grocery prices were 2.4 percent higher in February 2026 than they were in February 2025. For students sharing a kitchen, that can mean paying closer…
Drifting Through Duck Egg
By Staff Writer: Grace Anders The Driftless region in Southwest Wisconsin is home to stunningly beautiful public parks and nature reserves. During the cold winter months, these outdoor spaces get much less foot traffic as people opt for indoor activities. To draw attention to the beauty of nature in winter, a local non-profit called Friends of Vernon County Parks and Forests organized a…
Balancing School, Subbing, and the Job Hunt
By Staff Writer: Chasity Zepeda The final year of college can feel like a balancing act. Between finishing coursework, applying for jobs, and managing daily responsibilities, it is easy to feel stretched thin. Currently, I am substitute teaching while completing my communication degree with an emphasis in Public Relations. Subbing has taught me patience, adaptability, and how…
How NIL Opportunities Affect University of New Mexico Athletes
By Staff Writer: Jacob Mattox The world of college athletics is rapidly changing and the University of New Mexico is no exception. As of 2021 the NCAA has allowed college athletes to profit off of their name, image, and likeness (NIL). Meaning athletes can get paid off of their products, sponsorships, and promotions on social…