#the ​unm film students

[gilligould]

[alpineshepherdbadboy]

thinking about the saul goodman documentary the unm film students inevitably made post breaking bad.

[notcapableofbeingtheguy]

Okay I don’t want it to get lost in all the drama that Joey the UNM film student offered to ream Jimmy’s ass for extra

[sidleyparkhermit]

For the shiritori flashfic comm this week I wrote go over every inch of space (UNM film students, post-canon, 682 words).

“‘The ads told a seductive story: Everything is showbiz. Saul Goodman is fake because justice is fake. You know it, he knows it. That's what makes him the right man for the job.’”

“‘Better Call Saul!’” Phil said, pointing both fingers. He was pretty good at the voice.

[juniorjules]

The UNM film students in better call Saul make me feel like a part of something. Big fan. Would probably kiss the dickhead with the camera.

[mcwexlerscigarette]

whenever jimmy fully transforms into saul we’re gonna get the inevitable scene of him replacing the unm film students with professionals :/

[lungthief]

oh to be a UNM film student adopted by a con artist turned disgraced lawyer

[lindamccartneysstrap]

the 3 UNM film students

i know they have names now but i forgot them and im too lazy to look them up so.

bestie: the really cunty one i think he'd be funny to hang out with ONS: the boom guy husband: the girl she seems sweet

[brothereden]

Student/Retiree ... that's my job title these days. Recently, during the break between Summer School and Fall Semester, I worked about four days on Stranger Things, filming in New Mexico, at that time. I share this, to say that was my first job, since October 2018, when I wrapped Midnight, Texas. After I changed my heart about becoming a Realtor, but only after, I spent all my savings, I floundered for that Spring of 2019. Shortly after Mother's Day, I finally knew what I needed to do.

I had promised my mother, I would finish my degree ... one of these days ... and so, I went back to college, age 62, that Summer of 2019. I would finish two certificates: General Business and Project Management and two Associates Degrees: Integrated Studies and Business Administration/Project Management but just one month before graduation, my Mother passed away, right after Thanksgiving. I thought about quitting, but since I had come so far, and since COVID was just intensifying, I thought it best to just stay the course and work on my Bachelor's at #UNM.

So here I am, today, one semester to graduation, May 2022. I just registered for my final classes. Since unemployment ran out in September, I've been living on my early retirement (reduced till I'm 66) and savings, which I wiped out, with an unexpected car repair.

Today, that spirit of quit was bubbling in my spirit, again, because I'm just tired of barely getting by, and studying under these conditions. Then, a knock on my door, and this plaque was delivered. This is not an Honor Society you can just join. You have to be INVITED. And you need at least a 3.70 GPA.

Presently, I have a 3.90.

I felt my mother as I opened the box. While it's not the diploma I promised, it's a reminder that I may not have all I need, today, but I'm equipped for this journey and if I continue to do my BEST, I've got a feeling, everything is gonna be alright.

Thanks for the gentle push, Mama. I will find the strength (resources) to finish strong.

I promise.

Your Baby Boy.

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[skeilig]

i think Lalo needs to meet everyone else in the supporting/minor cast now... Lalo and the UNM film students. Lalo and Irene. Lalo and Cliff Main. Lalo and Kevin Wachtell.

i loved tony dalton casually saying that he was glad to work with patrick fabian because he was the only main cast member he hadn't had a scene with yet... when this cast has so many combinations of characters who have never had scenes together and never will LOL Lalo on his main character shit.

[mollyjoycupcake]

9/3/2018

Things have been quite a ride since I last wrote here. 

I did manage to survive the spring semester, if that is what you are wondering. I had to drop calc and physics, and take a medical withdrawal for linear algebra, but I ended up passing intro to engineering, engineering success, computer science, and latin sol immersion. Although I did make it through the semester, I am afraid it was to my detriment. Forcing myself to go through that simply wasn’t worth the sacrifice of my mental health. I’m fairly certain that I walked away with some trauma, both from specific events but also as a general effect of the constant, drawn out stress. I never quite got used to the noise at the apartment (I found out why, which is what I’ll talk about later), and I never quite made any friends, with the exception of Taksha. Although I was somewhat proud to finish my classes, I was much too drained to really appreciate that I had made it. And, of course, any positive emotion I would have felt was taken away by the unexpected news that VR wouldn’t cover rent during the summer (which I wasn’t aware of, nor was prepared for). So, because I couldn’t come up with $1,000 in rent in two weeks, I went back to Santa Fe to stay with Shawn. 

Although our relationship had almost completely fallen apart over the spring semester, returning to Santa Fe was an attractive (and probably my only) option at the time. My parents had moved out of their house to a campsite in June, rendering themselves technically homeless. I was at a negative balance both emotionally and financially, so I figured a familiar and low-key place would do me good. To this day, I’m not certain if it was really the best choice, because these past few months have been incredibly difficult. But, I guess it makes no sense to dwell on it. Just need to find a solution and move on. 

In June, after we took a trip to Florida and Disney World, I started modeling by being a part of Santa Fe Fashion Week’s runway show. I simply sent the director a DM and he put me in the show. It was a great experience and I learned a lot. After that, in late June through July, I then began working in background for television shows in New Mexico. I was featured background as a “cheerleader” and “high school student” for the new netflix show Chambers, background for Midnight Texas, and background for Messiah. I also had a small acting role in Midnight Texas as a ghost witch. I think I may get IMDB credit for it.  In late July/early August I began a 4 week job as a stand in for the main actress in a movie for Netflix called Walk Ride Rodeo. I also appeared in the background in several scenes as a nurse, a patient, and rodeo-goer. The hours were long and hard and I struggled to get through it. It was 5 days a week, for about 14 hours a day. I made decent money, but the exhaustion and the lack of free time made it hard to be worth it. Once that movie was over, I moved on to some more modeling with the RD3 Elite fashion show, and then I attended two casting calls. On one casting call, I was hired on the spot to do photos for the covers of romance novels. I am still waiting to hear back on the other one, so cross your fingers. If I get it, I will be part of a traveling fashion show out of LA (and it’s paid). Although all these experiences would be exciting for anyone, I have a hard time even feeling anything due to my mental state. It’s frustrating because I would like to appreciate it, but I can’t seem to right now. 

Aside from those activities, my summer has been relatively uneventful. I have struggled to get through every day. It has been hard to process all the traumas from the spring semester. Things with Shawn have been rocky, which is both a cause and effect of my perpetuated mood issues. I finally decided to seek help during the last week of August, when I couldn’t stop crying all week. I think the long hours on the movie finally broke me down. I decided to go to the ER to be evaluated. They had me stay overnight and I spoke to a few counselors and psychiatrists. We agreed that a likely cause for my symptoms was the Nexplanon implant, so we made a plan to get it removed at the women’s clinic the following week. The doctor also got me in to see a reputable psychiatrist the next week, who formally diagnosed me with PTSD (as opposed to the typical depression/anxiety diagnosis I was given previously). I started two new medications that are supposed to address PTSD specifically, so I am hopeful that it will be effective. I also did get my Nexplanon removed, but because I was so anxious and the implant was very deep, I had to be given Xanax and Oxycodone to get through the procedure. I think seeing that finally seeing that bloody thing in the tweezers in the doctor’s hand was one of the most relieving moments of my life! It is still too soon to tell if the removal of the nexplanon plus the addition of the drugs has helped me very much (its been less than a week), but statistical information has me hopeful.  

The biggest thing on my plate right now (aside from healing from PTSD) is now deciding whether or not to return to ASU or become a resident of New Mexico. Both situations have ample pros and cons. At ASU I would be closer to my family, and I would have the climate that I want. I also have a nagging suspicion that if my symptoms get under control, a lot of personal growth could occur there (at least, in the way I want it to). Also, there is something to be said about the youthful and vibrant culture that surrounds Tempe. However, staying in New Mexico could be good as well. There are several schools to choose from that are all reputable and more affordable than ASU. It is also less populated and therefore more peaceful out here. I would also remain close to Shawn, which is good if we decide to remain together. New Mexico also has a lot of modeling and film industry, as well as two national labs, so if I want, I do have a successful double life as a STEM person as well as an entertainment person. Additionally, the medicare in New Mexico has much better coverage and includes dental and vision (which AZ medicare lacks), so if I get medicare here, I can get my broken tooth fixed, which could save me a few thousand dollars. As you can see, both options seem fairly attractive. There are many cons to each option, however. For ASU, they are kind of obvious: if I can’t get my symptoms under control, I will end up overwhelmed just like the spring semester. It is also very busy and chaotic, which may simply may not be the best for me, regardless of mental health. I would also be far away from Shawn, which would really strain the relationship, as well as my emotional state, and could end up forcing us to split. I would also need to know exactly which major to pursue in order to secure VR funding, and there is no guarantee that the funding will be enough to guarantee a comfortable existence, due to the rising costs and the lowering funds available from VR. As far as New Mexico goes, by staying here I would be far away from my family. Although my family does stress me out sometimes, I do like to be close to them so that we can be there for each other (especially now, as things are stressful for all of us). I am also not entirely sure if I like UNM  or Albuquerque yet. There is also the fact that if I get residency here (in order to get medicaid and such) I would lose my AZ residency and VR funding, which would make it very difficult to return to ASU if I change my mind. I am not quite sure if I am comfortable with cutting the AZ ties just yet. Another fear I have about staying in NM is, what if Shawn and I end up splitting anyway? It would be extremely difficult to live in the same town if we were no longer together. Just the thought of potentially seeing him with someone else tears me apart. 

In general, this is a very huge decision. I would be lying if I said I felt equipped to handle such a major life decision. I have a difficult enough time deciding what drink to order at Starbucks (even though I always get the same thing), so deciding where I want to live and study for the next two years is extremely overwhelming. I am very distressed by it. Part of me just wants to be a kid again so I don’t have to be burdened by all these thoughts. I am far too aware, and worried of, all the implications that come with each possible route. All of this, combined with the fact that I don’t have much money, makes things seem impossible. I can’t even pay rent right now, so how could I possibly decide where to settle in for school? Do I even want to go to school any more? Do I even have a choice? Maybe I should run away and travel the world. But without money? Maybe I should just drop out and work and make lots of money. But how? And with what mental health? I guess the only place I can start is by listing my basic needs, which would need to be fulfilled regardless of location, and then selecting location based on what would be best suited for my needs.

As far as I know my needs include: healthcare coverage, adequate mental health/psychiatric support, friends, access to high calibur dance training, proximity to family, proximity to shawn, access to further STEM exploration and employment, a low stress living environment, quiet home, either living alone or with good roommates, a degree program that is fun and not too stressful, opportunities in modeling and entertainment, a structured schedule that allows for creative expression and self care.  I would type more, but my brain fog is starting to set in (along with a headache). 

Hopefully I will be able to reach a decision soon. Perhaps I am struggling because I am attempting to intuit a decision instead of making hard, conscious choices for myself. I’ve always preferred going with my gut, because I am terrified of making a conscious decision that ends up going wrong. I would rather blame god than blame myself. 

[gilligould]

i love you ernie i love you lyle i love you francesca i love you unm film students i love you dr. caldera i love you kuby and huell i love you viola i love you domingo and arturo and blingy i love you ericsen and oakley i love you werner i love you ms. landry i love you side characters who color the gilliverse and receive so little attention for it,

[alpineshepherdbadboy]

jeff sucks. i miss the unm film students. they should be the ones scamming with gene. why didn’t he kidnap them and take them to nebraska with him? is it because kim kidnapped them and took them to a different part of nebraska with her?

[minglebox6edu-blog]

 Hulsman Undergraduate Research Award

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College of University Libraries & Learning Sciences

University Libraries is launching a scholarship to specifically recognize outstanding research efforts of undergraduate students from all disciplines.

After receiving financial support from long-time library supporters Jim and Mary Lois Hulsman, library staff developed the new award program. It’s designed to recognize excellence in undergraduate research that incorporates use of University Libraries resources and demonstrates sophisticated information literacy skills.

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Student award winners receive a cash prize ($500 for first place, $300 for second place, $200 for third place) and recognition of their outstanding efforts.

The program is being launched in October. Students have until February 2018 to submit their research projects. Projects will be judged by panel of UNM faculty and prizes will be awarded during a celebration in April. All prize-winners will be asked to make a presentation about their project.

Several workshops will be hosted by University Libraries in December, January and February to acquaint students with the application process which requires online submission of projects through the UNM Digital Repository.

Original research projects completed by individuals or groups in all formats are welcome and may include research papers, design portfolios, compositions, posters, film and digital projects.

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Submission guidelines can be found at Undergraduate Library Research Award. For questions about the award, email ugresearchaward@unm.edu.

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[sidleyparkhermit]

The other most unrealistic thing in Better Call Saul is that the entire UNM student body, or at least everyone in the film and drama departments, doesn't know by now about the sketchy old lawyer who pays cash for weird off-the-books projects that are probably in some way illegal

[capsunm]

Summer Tutoring

by KC Hodge and Crystal Bustamante, CAPS Student Manager of Training and Student Manager of Resource Representatives

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CAPS regretfully will not be open for tutoring services over the summer of 2017. We don’t want to leave you hanging on getting tutoring help for any summer courses you may be taking this year, so below is a list of tutoring resources to help you make it to the Fall 2017 semester!

Campus Based

1. Engineering Department: Engineering Student Services (ESS) provides tutoring for math, engineering, physics, and English courses throughout the year. Tutoring schedules are posted on their website with information on the tutor’s name, course topics, location, and days/times. For more information call (505) 277-4354 or checkout their website.

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2. Math Department: In Dane Smith Hall math instructors provide students with help on topics covered in calculus (162, 163, 180, and 181), algebra (120, 121, 150), and statistics (145). Tables are usually staffed from 9am to 2pm Monday through Friday on the second and third floors by the elevator. For more information call (505) 277-4613.

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3. Language Learning Center (LLC): If you are taking language classes this summer the LLC is a great place to find help online and potentially in-person. The LLC is a technology-enhanced language learning environment in Ortega Hall on UNM’s Main Campus that has resources for instructors and students enrolled in language classes at UNM, such as games and films. Although CAPS tutors won’t be at this location over the summer, the LLC provides numerous resources for students. Checkout this website for more information.

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4. Assistance Centers for Education (ACE): CNM offers tutoring services and computer labs for CNM students and community members in subjects such as accounting, applied math, biology, chemistry, physics, statistics, and English. Tutoring on CNM’s Main Campus is held in SRC-203 at these hours: Monday - Thursday, 8:00 AM-8:00 PM; Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM; Saturday, 9:00 AM- 5:00 PM. Visit this page for more information.

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Online Resources

5. Khan Academy: Although Kahn Academy is geared towards K-12 subject matter, the videos and resources on this website can help you master the basics for you summer classes. This website has videos of teachers walking through a wide range of topics in math, science and engineering, computing, arts and humanities, and economics. You can watch the videos and also post questions if you need extra help or clarification. Here is the website.

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6. Coursera: If you aren’t necessarily taking courses over the summer, but you are worried about being prepared for a class in the fall, Coursera offers cheap online courses in hundreds of topics. These courses are created and led by top-ranked university professors and can cover the basics you need for other classes (such as computer programming before taking an engineering or math course) or they can cover unique, complex topics. Visit their website for more information. 

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Other

7. Frog Tutoring: Several verified tutors are in the Albuquerque area that work through Frog Tutoring for one-on-one, in-person tutoring. Each tutor has a biography and explains what subjects they are able to tutor. You can receive a free consultation to be matched with the best tutor, however there are service fees. Subjects range from algebra, anatomy and physiology, calculus, computer programming, and writing. Call (505) 288-3484 for information on Albuquerque tutors or visit their website.

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8. Varsity Tutoring: This online-based tutoring company provides one-on-one tutoring in math, science, foreign languages, writing and more. This company provides services in-person and online at a small fee. Visit their website for more information, or call (505) 322-6893.

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KC is a junior majoring in Psychology and minoring in Criminology.

Crystal is studying Emergency Medicine and Psychology.