GLAM Week: Alice Driver and the Courage and Struggle of LGBTQ Migrants

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Silver City, NM- Alice Driver has dedicated her life to documenting the struggles of the oppressed. Working as a writer, editor and translator for a wide variety of publications, Driver’s latest project took her into Central America in the city of San Salvidor- the most dangerous city in the world. Driver’s mission was to chronicle

Taiko Project All-Stars Come to WNMU

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Silver City, NM- The Fine Arts Theater was filled with the lively and energetic pounding sound of the taiko drums on Saturday, October 7. Taiko Project All-Stars focuses on traditional Japanese taiko sound with a modern twist. Originally from LA, Taiko Project formed in 2000 and from that date on they have received countless awards,

Editorial: Szechuan Sauce: The Story of the Year

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Something absurd has happened in our society. While that’s nothing out of the ordinary in this day and age, something truly absurd happened this past weekend, and it’s a story that I’ve been following for some time now. On Saturday, October 7, 2017, legions of young people across the nation rallied at their local McDonald’s

“Celebrating Dreamers” Panel Held at Miller Library

Silver City, NM- On Wednesday October 5th, WNMU’s Miller Library placed their seats, couches, and chairs in a welcoming circle to initiate their panel titled “Celebrating Dreamers,” which spoke about the DACA program that is being rescinded by president Trump and gave a deeper perspective of the millions of lives being affected by the decision.

One Million Bones & One Million Stories: A project by Susan McAllister and Naomi Natale

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Silver City, NM-  “Art is a beautiful tool to bring people together. We need more of that,” quotes the founder of the One Million Bones project Naomi Natale. The Directors of “The Art of Revolution,” an organization devoted to social chance and art, Naomi Natale and Susan McAllister visited Western New Mexico University to speak

The Center Gives Home-Cooked Meal to Students

Students enjoyed a meal this past Tuesday

Silver City, NM- Western New Mexico University’s student population come from different places and backgrounds, and from cities and towns that are hours away or across the state. There is no doubt that students can get a feeling of homesickness from being away from home; however, there’s no better remedy for this than a slow

Student Wellness: Students Step Up During Campus Safety Demonstration

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Silver City, NM- WNMU Student Health and Student Life held four role-playing demonstrations  around campus on Tuesday, September 26. These demonstrations featured “what would you do” scenarios including such topics as bullying, hostile arguments and harassment. The demonstrations were overseen by WNMU Counselor Sarah Guck and the Directors of Student Activities Abe Villareal and Jessica

President’s Chamber Music Series: Willy Sucre & Friends

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Silver City, NM- Western New Mexico University’s Light Hall once again welcomed breathtaking talent underneath their stage lights on Tuesday, September 26. This time, the Department of Cultural Affairs hosted a group of four talented gentlemen and their string instruments. These string quartets take on the alluring sound of classical themes in every show. Sucre

Homecoming 2017: Outstanding Alumni: Thaxter “Scrappy” Richard

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Silver City, NM- A familiar sight around the Grant County area is New Mexico State Police Officer Thaxter Richard, a.k.a “Scrappy. The Officer, known for his kindness and his character, was recently honored with the Outstanding Alumni Award at the 2017 Western New Mexico University Homecoming Celebration on September 23rd. Scrappy had a varied career

Homecoming 2017: Lip Sync Battle

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Silver City, NM- Mustang Entertainment lived up to their name by engaging a full house of WNMU students and staff in a colorful and energetic “Lip Sync Battle.” Students ranged from solo acts to group performances, including an entire sports team taking the stage, making for a very diverse and overall wild night. The show