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Photo Gallery: Nov. 21 Houston Basketball Game

Football: Wolf Pack sets record vs. New Mexico State

New Mexico State's football team led 3-0 with 11:20 remaining in the first quarter. It would be the only lead the Aggies had. Nevada scored 28 unanswered points in the first quarter and cruised to a 63-20 victory against New Mexico State.

Men’s basketball: Nevada survives second half rally

For the second time this week, Nevada held a double digit lead in the second half. And, for the second time this week, the Wolf Pack saw its lead diminish.

Men’s basketball: Nevada vs. Houston first half update

Any ill-feelings from Nevada's loss to UNLV on Wednesday have been quickly erased. Nevada guard Brandon Fields went 9 for 11 from the field and scored 22 points as Nevada began to pull away from Houston, who shot .381 as a team in the half.

Men’s basketball: Nevada vs. Houston live blog

Men’s basketball: Nevada vs. Houston

Volleyball: Pack drops last game of season, readies for WAC tourney

In its final regular season match of the season, the Nevada volleyball team lost to Utah State 3-1.

Controversial speaker participates in Immigration Forum

To a crowd of about 250 people, two panelists calmly spoke, and often agreed, about their positions on immigration reform. A few buildings to the south, 150 people gathered for another panel discussion on many of the same topics held in protest of the first.

Live video of ASUN Immigration Forum

Click to watch a live video stream of tonight's ASUN Immigration Forum as well as a live blog written by Jay Balagna.

Senate to discuss modified fee proposal

The Associated Students of the University of Nevada sent the ASUN Joint Vision 2017 Plan, in four parts, to committee consideration.

ASUN Senate Meeting – Nov. 18, 2009

Click to read a live blog of tonight's ASUN Senate meeting.

Live chat with Juan López Wednesday at 3 p.m.

Live chat at 3 p.m. Wednesday with Nevada Sagebrush sports editor Juan López. Come prepared with all questions on Wolf Pack sports.

Football: Freshman safety suspended for game after being arrested for MIP

Nevada football head coach Chris Ault suspended safety Duke Williams for the team's next game after Williams was arrested for minor in possession of alcohol this past weekend.

Police Blotter – Nov. 17, 2009

Click to view a map of recent crimes around campus.

Pew Internet Project Study: Networking fosters diversity, interaction

University of Nevada, Reno students are mimicking a national trend that shows social networkers have more close friends, visit public places more often and have more diverse points of view. The Pew Internet Project study, Social Isolation and New Technology, debunks traditional assumptions that heavy Internet users are often hermits who enjoy isolation rather than in-person interaction.

QSU drag queens strut their stuff

The drag queens showed off in Reno, strutting across the stage in their platform boots and sequined dresses. They performed to a packed house, to music and the laughter of the crowd. The Queer Student Union kicked off its third annual drag show Friday in the Joe Crowley Student Union Theater. The drag queens entertained with [...]

Student choreographer speaks through her art

Nicole da Roza Age: 22 Major: Journalism What she does: Choreographs dance routines for student dancers in the fall and spring dance festivals. For many, dance is just an art form. For Nicole da Roza, it is a way of life and a way of expressing herself. “I love dancing,” the 22-year-old journalism major said. “I want [...]

Unused res hall café set to transform

The empty chairs, tables and bar of the Sierra Hall Café will soon be remodeled into a student lounge for Sierra Hall residents.

Immigration panel incites free speech debate

ASUN IMMIGRATION FORUM When: 7 p.m. Thursday Where: Joe Crowley Student Union Ballroom DIVERSITY/IMMIGRATION SESSION When: 7 p.m. Thursday Where: William J. Raggio Building, Room 2030 Jim Gilchrist, the founder of an activist group that works for stricter enforcement of immigration laws, has caused uproar at the University of Nevada, Reno before he has even set foot on campus. Gilchrist is [...]

Campus dancers show off

From ballet to contemporary dance with stage lighting strapped to dancers’ heads, students performed a semester’s worth of work last week. Fifteen pieces were performed Thursday and Friday by 38 dance students, dance faculty and guest dancers for an audience of about 500 people. “It seems like I say this every year, but there is truly [...]

Donations sought for UNR family

Go to any Bank of the West branch and ask to make a donation to “Friends of Christina.” Send a check or money order to the Bank of the West in Carson City, 2976 N. Carson St., c/o: Friends of Christina In an effort to help one of their own cope with a sudden family death, [...]

New system causes problems for campus clubs

After almost a year since the purchase of OrgSync, the new portal for officially recognized clubs, confusion and a lack of communication is causing the program to be ineffective for many students, student officials and club leaders said.

Frisbee teams play with passion

While many associate Frisbee with relaxation or a day at the beach, ultimate Frisbee players on campus dedicate much of their time to working out and practicing for intense and difficult matches that aren’t taken as lightly.

College of Education plans for week of events

The first College of Education Week since 2004 will be held through Friday. The event was organized by College of Education Senators Jessica Purney and Ciara Villalobos and Flipside Administrative Chair Christina Gunn.

Soccer coach resigns

Nevada soccer team head coach Jaime Frias resigned from his position on Monday afternoon, as announced by Wolf Pack Athletic Director Cary Groth.

Senior out 6 to 8 weeks

The Nevada women’s basketball team will be without what head coach Jane Albright called its “best shooter” for a majority of the 2009-10 season.

Pack towers over Bobcats

First-year head coach David Carter’s pregame routine didn’t change a bit from last season, despite Saturday’s game being his first regular season game.

Wimberly’s choice pays off

When Brandon Wimberly was 14, he walked onto a city bus with a friend. He saw a homeless man sitting on the bus. The man had no shirt or shoes on. When Wimberly, who was then a freshman in high school, got home after the bus ride, he showed up without the pair of Jordan shoes and [...]

News brief: Genetic engineering students take bronze

Ten university students who competed in the International Genetically Engineered Machine (iGEM) competition won a bronze medal for a project that could help stop mosquito-transmitted diseases, such as malaria, around the world.

News brief: Nobel Prize winner to speak on campus

Nobel Prize winner Eric Cornell will speak at the university 6 p.m. Thursday about his discoveries and contributions to the physics world.

Nevada wins 7th in a row

Moments after Nevada’s 52-14 victory over Fresno State on Saturday, head coach Chris Ault had one thing to say: “That was a hell of a win. Questions?”

Sober up the Beer Pong champ with new games

You’ve beaten all your frat brothers at Beer Pong so often that they won’t even play you anymore. Your shoes are beginning to mildew from all the spilled beer in Flip Cup and you’re just so darn tired of having to check the rule list every time you play King’s Cup. Check out what students from around Nevada said they are playing when the same old drinking games turn sour.

News brief: Hispanic scholarship apps available

Applications are open for about $2 million in scholarships available to Hispanic students in the United States.

Revenge on mind of Pack after big win

After last year’s 48-45 loss to New Mexico State, Nevada football head coach Chris Ault said the loss was going to haunt him for a while. It was understandable.

Joining new conference is just what Nevada needs

Imagine Nevada’s football team playing Utah, Texas Christian University, Boise State, Brigham Young University and University of Nevada, Las Vegas all in the same season.

Tenured coach brings little change

“Coach (Fox), he would yell at you until you got something right … Coach (David) Carter, he’s real different. He’ll pull you to the side and tell you what’s going on … He gives us great confidence because he’s a player’s coach and he gives us more freedom.” — Nevada point guard Armon Johnson David Carter [...]

Men’s Basketball: 2009-10 Western Athletic Conference Preview

Utah State 2008-09 record: 30-5 overall, 14-2 WAC Postseason appearance: NCAA Tournament (first round) Series vs. Nevada: Utah State leads 27-13 Last meeting: March 14, Utah State 72-62 Meetings this year: Jan. 13, Feb. 6 Player to watch: Tai Wesley, forward What Utah State is about: The defending WAC champions will begin life without All-American forward Gary Wilkinson this season. However, Utah [...]

Disc golf rising in popularity at UNR

Disc golf is gaining in popularity with University of Nevada, Reno students every month.

Pack seniors lead sweep

The Wolf Pack volleyball team beat Louisiana Tech in three straight sets in its final home game of the season Saturday night at the Virginia Street Gym.

Women’s Basketball: 2009-10 Western Athletic Conference Preview

Fresno State 2008-09 record: 24-9 overall, 12-4 WAC Postseason appearance: NCAA Tournament (First round) Series vs. Nevada: Fresno State leads 24-9 Last meeting: March 14. Fresno 56-49 Meetings this year: Jan. 21, 2010, Feb. 20, 2010 Player to watch: Jaleesa Ross, guard What Fresno State is about: Fresno State comes into the season as one of [...]

Nevada romps in season opener

After an offseason full of questions on who would step up, the women’s basketball team started the 2009 season with a 63-39 victory over California State University, Monterey Bay Friday night.

Wooten seals victory with big play

Fresno State head coach Pat Hill called it “the turning point of the game.” Trailing 24-14 in the second quarter, Bulldogs quarterback Ryan Colburn engineered an eight-play, 58-yard drive that began on the Fresno State 15-yard line.

Army gives failing student motivation, dedication

In the summer of 2000, I found myself in a difficult position. By doing what most college students do — party a lot and skip classes — I had gotten myself academically suspended from school. With no real prospects and a horrible GPA keeping me out of school, I decided to join the Army. Though [...]

Briefs

The University of Nevada and the University of California have made a deal in which the Golden Bears and the Wolf Pack will play three games.

Facebook changes long distance talks

My freshman year, you had to use a college e-mail to get a Facebook account. Facebook was where you friended the people you met at a party the night before or those who were in your class. Your list of friends was limited to your school and the only thing you could do was upload [...]

Editorial Cartoon: “Still a better use of student money than OrgSync.”

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Debate should focus on moderate views

Universities should promote discussions and opinions about society, not ban speakers based on their views, as some University of Nevada, Reno professors have tried to do. When the Reno community caught wind that Jim Gilchrist, founder of the Minuteman Project, would speak at UNR this Thursday, some were excited for the controversial conversation that would [...]

Gross perseveres through tough fall

During her freshman year, Jennifer Gross didn’t get much of a feel for the bench. The 6-foot guard played in all 30 games during her rookie campaign and made a solid contribution to the team, posting highs of 10 points and eight rebounds during the year. In her sophomore year, she expected her [...]

Lombardi accepts leader role

Last season, Marianne Lombardi played in 31 games for the Wolf Pack, in which she averaged only 6.7 minutes per game. However, after being named a team captain, she is hoping to take on more of a leadership role this year. “I expect to help out on the little things,” Lombardi said. “Setting good screens, reading [...]

Season ushers in three new starters

At first glance, the Nevada women’s basketball team appears to be in trouble this season. The Wolf Pack’s top three scorers from last year, guards Dellena Criner and Brandi Jones and forward Cherlanda Franklin, all graduated. “They were practically our team last season stat-wise,” junior Nevada guard Johnna Ward said. While losing those players hurts, the [...]

Johnson ready to take game to next level

There’s little doubt Armon Johnson is one of the best players in the Western Athletic Conference. Last year as a sophomore, the point guard posted 15.5 points and 4.3 assists per game, making him one of only two players in the conference to average more than 15 points and four assists per contest (Idaho’s Mac [...]