By Staff Writer: Kayla Kocher When I went to Japan for my honeymoon last month, I expected great food, exciting shopping and beautiful sights. What surprised me most, though, was how the ordinary parts of life in Tokyo felt just as unforgettable, as if even the simplest moments had been brushed with a little extra…
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What My Dogs Taught Me About Responsibility
By Staff Writer: Chasity Zepeda Owning a dog in your early twenties can be both rewarding and challenging. I have two dogs a five-year-old Mini Australian Shepherd named Meka and a six-month-old Corgi-Mini Aussie mix named Dally. Each one has taught me something different about responsibility. Meka, being older, thrives on routine. She enjoys quiet time and…
Why Creative Skills Matter in a Professional World
By Staff Writer: Chasity Zepeda In today’s professional landscape, creativity is no longer limited to artists or designers. It plays a critical role in nearly every career field, especially in communication and public relations. As a communication major with an emphasis in Public Relations, I have learned that storytelling is at the center of effective messaging. Whether a company…
Starting Over at 21 Together
By Staff Writer: Chasity Zepeda At 21 years old, I experienced a first that many people go through much earlier in life: leaving the only home I had ever known. I was born and raised in Hobbs, New Mexico, and for my entire life, I lived in the same house. Six months ago, my family and…
Small Changes for a Healthier Life
By Staff Writer: Miriam Therrien Eating healthy may seem impossible to many students, the days go by fast and it may seem like there is no time for healthy eating. College students are juggling early classes, working full-time jobs, and staying up late to have a social life or completing assignments. With so much going on fast…
Parque de la Marimba: The Heart of Tuxtla
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…
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…