Published by admin on 16 Nov 2009
“Chuppie gave us a scare this week. He disappeared for a couple of days and reappeared much the worse for wear. More on Chup in a bit, but that’s what got me thinking about our pets.” A video blog by Jerry Shea, UNM professor emeritus, from the original blog at MacInstruct.com.
Published by admin on 16 Nov 2009
A lecture by Fabio Lanza, assistant professor of history at the University of Arizona. Part of the University of New Mexico International Studies Institute’s Fall Lecture Series, “Revolutions of 1989: From Tiananmen Square to the Berlin Wall.”
Published by admin on 13 Nov 2009
A lecture held on the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall, by Jonathan Zatlin, Associate Professor of History, Boston University. Part of the University of New Mexico International Studies Institute’s Fall Lecture Series, “Revolutions of 1989: From Tiananmen Square to the Berlin Wall.”
Tearing Down the Wall: The East German Revolution and German Unification, 1989-1990: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (23)Published by admin on 10 Nov 2009
The Village of Cuba, New Mexico and the University of New Mexico’s Prevention Research Center are teaming up to fight diabetes and other diseases linked to obesity through an innovative walking program called “Step Into Cuba.”
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Published by admin on 09 Nov 2009
“…thinking about luck, fate, fortune, karma, what-have-you. Thinking of those who, like me, seem to have been blessed with good luck, and those who suffer one calamity after another, those who seem to have been cursed with bad luck.” A video blog by Jerry Shea, UNM professor emeritus, from the original blog at MacInstruct.com.
Published by admin on 09 Nov 2009
A joint discussion and reading by Pari Noskin Taichert, author of “The Socorro Blast,” and Martha Egan, author of “La Ranfla,” at the UNM Bookstore, bookstore.unm.edu.
“The Socorro Blast” is the third in a series of mystery novels about Sasha Solomon, a reality-challenged, whipped-cream dependent PR consultant who helps small towns with tourism projects and solves murders.
“La Ranfla & Other New Mexico Stories” “captures the quirkiness of Northern New Mexico in a series of colorfully drawn short stories rich with wonderfully authentic characters. It’s a fine, fine ride,” says Anne Hillerman.
Published by admin on 30 Oct 2009
“If you tramp the gloomy and spectral byways of Greek lore, sooner or later you will run across the tale of Erysichthon, a tale which goes back to a time when Time itself was but a swaddled suckling.” & “As a sort of revenge, [Mark Twain] enjoyed having sport with the reporters the local paper would send out.”A video blog by Jerry Shea, UNM professor emeritus, from the original blog at MacInstruct.com.
Published by admin on 26 Oct 2009
“In the pages of tabloids you can find everything to feed your head, albeit a crude diet.” A video blog by Jerry Shea, UNM professor emeritus, from the original blog at MacInstruct.com.
Published by admin on 19 Oct 2009
“So there I was in the checkout the other day and a cover story and headline assailed my eye. The picture was of our new First Couple (dancing, I think). The President’s back is to us and the First Lady is looking over his shoulder with an ominous scowl. The headline? “MICHELLE TO OPRAH: BACK OFF! HE’S MINE!’”” A video blog by Jerry Shea, UNM professor emeritus, from the original blog at MacInstruct.com.
Published by admin on 12 Oct 2009
“I have found William Topaz McGonagall’s soulmate! (Surely you remember McGonagall, ‘World’s Worst Poet’?) I sing of Julia Ann Moore, aka ‘The Sweet Singer of Michigan,’ and I take special pride in that she was from our own American heartland.” A video blog by Jerry Shea, UNM professor emeritus, from the original blog at MacInstruct.com.
Published by admin on 05 Oct 2009
“She was born Zoila Augusta Emperatriz Chavarri del Castillo in a remote village in Peru. Her father was part Spanish and her mother a full-blooded Incan (in fact, the Peruvian government supported her claim to be descended from the last Incan emperor, Atahualpa)… Everything about Sumac—her repertoire, her stage presence, her costumes, her heritage, her stories—was exotic, and she relished it.” A video blog by Jerry Shea, UNM professor emeritus, from the original blog at MacInstruct.com.
Published by admin on 29 Sep 2009
Student Activities Center Associate Director Ryan Lindquist and three students who are active on campus discuss ways to get involved. Parent Talks are sponsored by UNMs Dean of Students Family Connection Program, Parent Relations Office, Parent Association and Extended University. Visit Parent Relations.
Published by admin on 29 Sep 2009
“So I have been wallowing in Saki the last few days and thought I would share him with you. And since I find Saki, his pen name, to be an irritating affectation, from here on out he will be Hector Hugh Munro, the name he was born with.” A video blog by Jerry Shea, UNM professor emeritus, from the original blog at MacInstruct.com.
Published by admin on 13 Aug 2009
Students have free transportation options, are admitted to some sporting events free and can get involved in a variety of ways to make the most of their Go Lobos! experience. In this video, UNM Recreational Services staff discuss benefits available at UNMs main campus recreational hub, Johnson Center, including Getaway Adventures and a vast array of intramurals. Parent Talks are sponsored by UNMs Dean of Students Family Connection Program, Parent Relations Office, Parent Association and Extended University.
Published by admin on 17 Jul 2009
Elise Wheeler and Lee St. Pierre from the University of New Mexico talk about the latest state and national legislation and GI Bill updates that might impact UNM student veterans and veterans interested in attending college.
Published by admin on 17 Jul 2009
Los Angeles comedian Ernie G talks about the Second Annual Hispanic Youth Symposium at the University of New Mexico, hosted by the Hispanic College Fund and New Mexico MESA (Math, Engineering, Science Achievement). During the event, students had the opportunity to connect with Hispanic mentors, attend workshops on college admissions and financial aid, compete for $14,000 in available scholarship funds, and more.
Published by admin on 10 Jul 2009
The Parent Connection Workshop explores creative, efficient transportation options for UNM students on and off campus in a presentation by Danielle Gilliam of UNM Transportation and Parking Services and Nick Manole of the City of Albuquerque Transit Department.
The series is sponsored by UNMs Dean of Students Family Connection Program, Parent Relations Office, Parent Association and Extended University.
Published by admin on 02 Jul 2009
“Grab your toothbrush—we’re hitting the road again. Unlike Belize, you won’t need your swim trunks, because this time we are going ‘North to Alaska.’ Specifically, we are going to Sitka, one of my favorite places in all the world.” A video blog by Jerry Shea, UNM professor emeritus, from the original blog at MacInstruct.com.
Published by admin on 26 Jun 2009
“We may never get there in the flesh—I’m told that the airfare, for one thing, has gone through the roof—but whenever I am closeted in the loo I can pretend, in short increments, that I am there.” A video blog by Jerry Shea, UNM professor emeritus. From the original blog at MacInstruct.com, Dec. 14, 2008.
Published by admin on 25 Jun 2009
University of New Mexico Information Assurance Director Michael Carr discusses dangers and pitfalls students face when sharing information online. Topics include identity theft, problems with networking online and what parents can do to help students stay safe and informed.
The Parent Connection Workshop series is sponsored by UNMs Dean of Students Family Connection Program, Parent Relations, Parent Association and Extended University.
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