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New Mexico State University junior Kaitlyn Norman is involved in more leadership activities at age 19 than most students are involved in throughout their lives. To pad her impressive resume, Norman is a scholarship researcher as a Howard Hughes Medical Institute Scholar in the rumen microbiology laboratory, a member of Gamma Sigma Alpha Honors Fraternity, an active Leadership and Nominating Committee member of the sorority Pi Beta Phi and vice president of Greeks Advocating the Mature Management of Alcohol. Norman is also !"#$%&$#'" &()" *(+)" ,()-" +%" .)(%$/dent of Panhellenic, the organization which governs NMSU sororities such as Pi Beta Phi, Zeta Tau Alpha, Delta Gamma, Delta Zeta, Alpha Xi Delta, and Chi Omega.“I learned that there is a time to be serious and there is a time to have fun, and usually you can make these two happen at the same time,” Norman said. “This sounds contradictory, but the only way people get involved in their community is to have fun doing it.”Norman said her free time dis
appeared when she was elected to serve as presidentelect of Panhellenic, a position that ran for a semester before she took over as president in January 2009.“As Panhellenic president, my main responsibility is to make sure that everybody else does their jobs and everything runs smoothly,” Norman said. “I am there to facilitate ideas and train the presidentelect to be able to handle the responsibilities when she steps up.”But Norman has taken the next step in helping Greek Life at NMSU by holding an executive position for GAMMA, a position 01)-+#" %+$2" $%" 2$3!"456," 7(4+5%("of the bad publicity Greeks receive.“The Greek organizations live under a microscope and yes, we do mess up from time to time,” Norman said. “The difference between us is that we try to learn from our mistakes and grow from them.”As president of Panhellenic, Norman has seen the backlash many Greek organizations face while dealing with the consequences of actions.89" :+%" ,&(" !")%," ,1" &(+)" +715,"the problems each chapter had,”
Norman said. “But we just had ,1";5-."$#"+#2"!"<"$,"+%"7(%,"+%":("could.”The Greek community has seen Norman’s name in other places, as a former vice president of public
relations and risk management, a writer for the Greek newsletter Greek Speak, and even for a short time as a DJ on the Greek radio show Greek Vine.Outside of Greek Life, Norman is majoring in animal science and microbiology with a minor in equine management.“My future plans seem to change semester to semester, but I suppose college is here to help -(" !"'5)(" 15," :&+," 9" (#;1*" 21/ing,” Norman said. “There was never any doubt in my mind that I would become a veterinarian one day until I started working in HHMI.”
As a sophomore, Norman was accepted into the HHMI, a program heavily based on research. Norman is required to work in a lab each semester and will be conducting an intensive research
project this summer.“I will do research and write a thesis, and hopefully that will lead to getting published,” Norman said.Norman plans to attend graduate school to get a master’s and PhD in animal science and animal nutrition, but Norman said her path could change.“I am still keeping my options 1.(#",1"'1"$#",&("!"(62"13"-$4)17$/ology focusing on virology,” Norman said. “Regardless of which degree I decide to pursue, I know that I want my life to be based on research and one day teaching at a university level.”
With her scholarship, her involvement and her activism in bettering the Greek world, Norman said she has discovered a lot about herself.“I learned that as much as I want
things to be perfect they won’t be,” Norman said. “I had to drastically cut out my relaxing time while in 13!"4(="7(4+5%("9":+%"($,&()"21$#'"something for Panhellenic, Pi Phi, work or school.”Despite her hectic schedule, Norman said joining Greek life is still one of the best decisions she has made during her college career.“The Greek system is a family, and that’s what makes it so amazing,” Norman said.
Local safe ride coalition looks to NMSU to promote transportation safety
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The Mesilla Valley Bike Coalition will hosted its November Share the Road Las Cruces Visibility Ride last Tuesday, and will feature another Dec. 8, to encourage safe bicycle riding and awareness in the community and the New Mexico State University campus. MVBC member Ellen Castello said the visibility rides began after the death of bicyclist Anthony Lemieux in November of 2008. “We wanted to help educate the Las Cruces community on how motorists and bicyclists can safely share the road,” Castello said. The November visibility ride began at 7 a.m. from Sam’s Club, at 7:15 a.m. from Alamo Mine Trail and Soledad Canyon and at 7:20 a.m. from the Las Cruces Rail Road Museum, and will have a similar schedule in December. The riders meet for coffee at the Starbucks on the corner of University Avenue and Espina Street
and learn a lot about safety. “The visibility ride demonstrates to bicyclists how to ride :$,&" ,)+3!"4" %+3(6*=" +%" :(66" +%" ,1"raise awareness among motorists of the presence of cyclists’ ability to share the road safely,” Castello said. NMSU student Jennifer Grider said she has seen problems with bicyclists when driving near campus. “I always have problems with 7$4*46$%,%"+#2",)+3!"4"6+:%=>"?)$2()"said. Grider said sharing the road can be a problem for most NMSU students. “Pedestrians fail to use crosswalks, bicycles fail to stop at stop signs, and motorists nearly run everyone down,” Grider said. To raise awareness, Castello said the coalition developed a Share the Road Educational Campaign and presented it to the City of Las Cruces. Castello said the Visibility Rides began in December of 2008 and included City Council Members Nathan Small, Gil Jones, Sharon Thomas and State Representative Nathan Cote as well as local cyclists.
“We now have monthly rides on the second Tuesday of the moth starting at three locations,” Castello said. Castello said the visibility rides are important to college students because bicycling is a safe and effective way to commute to work or school and is good for health and recreation. “The MVBC can work with students to help NMSU become a BicycleFriendly campus,” Castello said, adding that a Visibility Ride hosted on campus would help raise awareness. Castello said members of the MVBC are League of American Bicyclists instructors who are willing to work with student groups and various cycling programs." 8@&("7(#(!",%"4+#"7("+..6$(2",1"the NMSU community,” Castello said. “We would welcome the opportunity to work with the university and the city to make this happen.” For more information, visit www.visibilityride.blogspot.com.
Bicyclists learn about safety, sharing the road during event
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dining environments, said Roseanne Bensley, assistant director of Career Services. Proper etiquette can give students and others the positive impression needed to secure a job, Bensley said.Among many techniques, attendees learned the proper way to hold glasses, by the stem, and how to write a letter to thank their host for the event. Proper cell phone etiquette was also taught, as well as proper purse placement and tipping techniques. Green said a spirit of generosity is needed, and
!"#$#% &'%(%"&#$($)"*%&+%,+#%-&+ing.“It’s not about you; it’s about the host,” Green said. “[The biggest mistake one can make] is being selfcentered and calling attention to oneself instead of being gracious to dining companions.”Attendees were encouraged to wear formal clothing to provide the ambiance of what would be #./#)!#-% &+%(%,+#%-&+&+0%(!12sphere, Bensley said.“By dressing up you feel more formal than if you are wearing casual clothes,” Bensley said.3&+#$'% 4#$#% ,$'!% /$#'#+!#-%with an Italian wedding soup, followed by a Caprese salad, shish kebab over rice and a dessert sampler plate capped with a sor
5#!%(+-%(+%#-&56#%724#$8%Tyrus Sanders, a NMSU sophomore HRTM major, said this was his second time attending the event.“I think it’s very essential to know the guidelines to fall back on,” Sanders said.Kevin Andrew, a placement specialist at Doña Ana Community College, said he could learn interesting information to apply to his personal and professional life.“I was just really curious,” Andrew said. “It’s always good to learn etiquette tips.”
Etiquette dinner attendees practiced the proper way to pass the dessert tray during the etiquette tutorial at the Stan Fulton University Club Wednesday evening. Tom Sandford/the Round Up
changed since she began working in it 40 years ago. “You used to be able to just call and shake hands,” Hubbard said. “But now you’ve got so many stacks of paper that you have to follow through that it almost takes the fun out of it.”9:55($-% 2;,)&(66*% $#!&$#-%from her position in 1996, but was called back for two years until someone else could be found to take her position. Originally from Benton, Ark., Hubbard moved to New Mexico seeking love and a relief from allergies, where she married her husband, Peirce, in 1959. The main hallway in her Mesilla home is covered on both walls with autographed photos of her with celebrities, including a picture of her standing shouldertoshoulder with a younger, skinnier version of George Strait, Hubbard said.Although retired, Hubbard stays active in the innerworkings of Pan Am and in the lives of students through the non/$2,!% 2$0(+&<(!&2+% =1#$&)(+%Collegiate Talent Showcase, a program designed to help students get a foothold in the entertainment business. >"#% 2$0(+&<(!&2+% "#6/'% '!:dents become performers or work behind the scenes in the business as light and sound technicians, security and building managers. Many of !"2'#%"#6/#-%5*% !"#%2$0(+&<(tion have gone on to work with famous stars and bands such as JayZ, Phish and many oth
ers, Hubbard said.Hubbard recently set up three $10,000 endowments for students, and the money she makes for booking fees goes directly toward the endowments, she said.“That’s what I’ve been doing for the last 40 years,” Hubbard said, “trying to help students get a break.”Perhaps no one knows that fact better than Hubbard’s stu-#+!'8%%?&)"(#6%=$1#+-($&<@%(%NMSU graduate student, said he has gained valuable knowledge for the future by working ;2$%9:55($-%('%(+%2;,)#%(''&'tant.=$1#+-($&<%'(&-%"#%&'%9:5bard’s righthand man, and assists with everything to get the job done, which has included driving Bill Cosby and CrossCanadian Ragweed to and from the airport.“[Hubbard] will stop at nothing to do anything for her students or the people she 42$A'%4&!"@B%=$1#+-($&<%'(&-8%%Even those who have not met Hubbard have heard about her, including NMSU Housing Assignments Coordinator Caree Contreras, who said she attended some of the shows that came through the Pan Am during the ‘90s, including Paul McCartney, Garth Brooks and The Eagles.“They were fantastic,” Contreras said. “I was very impressed at her ability to get impressive names [to come to NMSU].”
!"#$45!67)!897:;(47<=6A SPLIT DECISION: THE ROUND UP EDITORIAL BOARD IS DIVIDED ON WHO SHOULD LEAD NMSU
“I care deeply about [New Mexico] and
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Why the Board of Regents should hire Ortiz
Why the Board of Regents should hire Rossbacher
The New Mexico State University presidential search has come down to four prospective leaders: Barbara Couture, James Oblinger, Michael Ortiz and Lisa Rossbacher. While all four !"#$%$"&'()"*')+,"-%.'$/)0#')!"#$%$"&')stands out above all.Michael Ortiz, a New Mexico native, currently holds the position of president at California State Polytechnic University Pomona and has been in his current position for six years. During his time as president, Ortiz has shown compassion for the students, faculty and staff and has dealt with a 20 percent budget cut. Ortiz’s main goal, during the large and detrimental budget cut, was to avoid layoffs.As a Hispanic leader, Ortiz can serve as a role model for many students at NMSU. In 2008, he was selected by Latino Leaders magazine as one of the “Top 25 Latinos in Education.”Born and raised in Carrizozo, N.M., Ortiz will easily relate to a large majority of NMSU students who hail from the similar backgrounds.Ortiz’s academic achievements include bachelor’s and master’s degrees in education from the University of New Mexico and a Ph.D. in early childhood special education from the University of North Carolina.During Ortiz’s visit to the NMSU campus in early November, he was responsive to questions and concerns
presented by each audience and his passion for higher levels of learning was evident. It was obvious Ortiz was happy to be back in his home state. During the staff forum, Ortiz was proud to say that his relationship with the staff at his current university was outstanding. He was even brave enough to give each attendee permission to call his university and ask for themselves.As reported, NMSU Interim President Manuel Pacheco personally asked Ortiz to apply for the position, and after discussion, Ortiz applied and later became ").#"-%(&1)230,43)(05')5"6)&3%#7)8*&%9)was not interested in the position at .*(&/)&3%()$'50#(&*"&'()&3')!0#&*"*61):&)%()';%$'#&)&3"&)8*&%9)%()+,"-%.'$)"#$)"<-'1)="!3'!0)50(&)-%7'-6)>''-()!0#.$'#&)in putting the future of NMSU in Ortiz’s hands.As a community, we should look upon each candidate for presidency and con(%$'*)?30)<'(&).&()@ABC1)D"!3/)?%&3)their outstanding accomplishments shine, but Ortiz goes above and beyond. If chosen, Ortiz will be willing and able to serve as an inspiration to students and dedicate his time and commitment to serving our landgrant institution. Ortiz understands New Mexico and its needs as a state, and also will take pride in representing a university with a diverse population and a future in sustainability.
New Mexico State University has been without a permanent leader for more than a year, but now it’s time for the NMSU Board of Regents to name a president. After a failed attempt to yield a president last year, NMSU needs to once again align its longterm goals with the right person. We think that person is Lisa Rossbacher.The president of Southern Polytechnic State University, Rossbacher has held the university’s top position for more than 11 years, proving her longterm commitment to achieving an institution’s goals. Rossbacher’s inclusive and unpretentious attitude is inspiring and important for leading an institution that serves a diverse set of students, faculty and staff. During public forums, Rossbacher cited honesty and openness as necessities toward garnering a respectful relationship with the campus community.As students, it is important to know administration will listen to our concerns. Rossbacher responded to emails sent by !"#$%&'()$*+$staff and provided extensive and thoughtful answers to our questions. B3')"-(0)%()0#')0>)&?0).#"-%(&()?30)E*0;%$'$)contact information on her vitae posted to the NMSU Web site. In terms of business and academic successes, Rossbacher has proved she is the right choice for NMSU. The NMSU Web site lists leadership in research among the university’s points of pride. Rossbacher’s research background
would further advance the image of NMSU as a leader in research. An Ivy League graduate, Rossbacher holds a doctorate degree in geological sciences from Princeton University. She participated in NASAfunded research and worked for National Public Radio as a science reporter. That said, Rossbacher also stated during public forums that liberal arts and humanities are important to a wellrounded education. Rossbacher also is connected to the businessside of university leadership. Rossbacher is the chairwoman of the Chamber of Commerce in Marietta, Ga., which makes the university more visible with businesses. As mentioned during forums, Rossbacher has a deeprooted relationship with New Mexico, as she and her husband frequently visit the state. An already impressive knowledge of the state and institution, Rossbacher, if hired, made a commitment to better understand the culture before assuming the president position. Although Rossbacher would be responsible for a much larger enrollment at NMSU than her current institution, we believe her cando attitude and impressive communication skills will prove invaluable to NMSU. Selecting Rossbacher, a woman with an astounding track record and unassuming personality, will launch NMSU in a positive, goaloriented direction.
“The Village Inn on Telshore. I like that one because it’s real comfy and feels like home. And it’s open 24/7. And you can just chill there. And their skillets rock.”
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“My favorite restaurant is Aqua Reef. I like sushi.”
T ypical American pub food and quality beer at a reasonable price are the trade
mark of High Desert Brewing Company’s. “It’s kind of like a neighborhood bar,” said Bob Gosselin, president of High Desert Brewing Company. “Like ‘Cheers,’ everybody knows your name.” The locally owned brewery,
located on Hadley Avenue, has been open for 12 years and serves what Gosselin described as “pub grub,” burgers and fries, with specials every day, such as Rubens and tuna sandwiches. The popular nachos are what draw students, though. The nachos range in price from
!clectic food, homemade bread and a very local, southwestern experience,
blend together at The Shed, located on Valley Drive. “It’s the best in town,” said Gabriel Mendoza, owner and operator of The Shed. “It’s all fresh food. You’re getting a fresh product.” The Shed offers a wide variety of foods, including vegetarian options, wood ovenbaked pizzas, typical breakfast foods,
If lots of food, in a short amount of time, for a small amount of money sounds like
the perfect lunch plan, Delicias Café, a Mexican food restaurant located on Amador is an option. “Our meals come out within ten minutes or so,” said Kenia Medina, a server at Delicias. “It’s very convenient for a short lunch.” The cozy restaurant is a local favorite for workweek lunches as well as family meals after church on Sundays, Medina said. Delicias boasts all the Mexican food basics: enchiladas, tacos,
burritos. And each meal comes with complimentary chips and salsa. “We have a lot of burritos that are about $3,” Medina said. “You can eat a really big meal for about $5.”
F"# a unique, trendy lunch and funky atmosphere, try Boba Café located on Es
pina. “It’s got a kind of hip vibe,” said Jourdyn Finlay, front house manager at Boba Café. “The walls are very colorful and our waitresses are crazy.” The café serves sandwiches, salads, soups, and wraps and sushi on Friday nights, Finlay said. “We’ve got about 50 to 60 items on the menu, so there’s a lot to choose from,” Finlay said. “Now we have a beer and wine license, so some students may want to take a break from studying and come have a beer.”
In addition to coffee, Boba Café offers bubble teas, a black tea concoction with soy and vanilla and tapioca balls at the bottom.