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NMSU astronomy professor earns NASA research fellowship

By New Mexico Sun | Dec 6, 2023

New Mexico State University (NMSU) has announced that Assistant Professor of Astronomy, Joe Burchett, has secured a research fellowship at NASA facilities. This opportunity is due to a collaboration between NASA and the National Science Foundation (NSF). The NSF's Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR) Track-4 awards have allocated funding totaling $2.7 million for 10 selected projects, including Burchett's research.

Upgrades planned for Albuquerque's Westside Emergency Housing Center

By New Mexico Sun | Dec 6, 2023

The city of Albuquerque has announced that it is making progress with enhancements to the Westside Emergency Housing Center (WEHC), focusing on interior and exterior improvements to improve the living conditions of its residents. As part of this initiative, two currently unused dormitories are undergoing renovation at the WEHC, with planned upgrades for bathrooms, flooring, and lighting.

City of Santa Fe Historic Districts Review Board met Nov. 14

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Dec 6, 2023

City of Santa Fe Historic Districts Review Board met Tuesday, Nov. 14

City of Santa Fe Women's Commission met Nov. 14

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Dec 6, 2023

City of Santa Fe Women's Commission met Tuesday, Nov. 14

Truth Required

By Tom Vaillancourt | Dec 5, 2023

This is the time of year when all of the newspaper columnists, TV news anchors, talking heads on TV and radio, etc., wish all of us Happy Thanksgiving, Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, etc.

Controversy surrounds ABQ Mayor Tim Keller's alleged political assistance in District 6 race; Candidate Nichole Rogers under scrutiny

By Special to the New Mexico Sun | Dec 5, 2023

In the run-up to the Dec. 12 runoff election for District 6, Mayor Tim Keller is facing allegations of backing specific candidates through his political apparatus and influencing city employees to support his chosen contenders.

City of Santa Fe Finance Committee met Nov. 13

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Dec 5, 2023

City of Santa Fe Finance Committee met Monday, Nov. 13

City of Albuquerque City Council met Nov. 13

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Dec 5, 2023

City of Albuquerque City Council met Monday, Nov. 13

NMSU TRIO staff member takes leadership role in state association

By New Mexico Sun | Dec 4, 2023

New Mexico State University (NMSU) has revealed that Bernadine Booky, the program director of TRIO Student Support Services at NMSU, has been elected president-elect for the TRIO New Mexico Association. She will serve a two-and-a-half-year term on the TRIO New Mexico Executive Board.

Grants awarded to NMSU extension for diabetes awareness programs

By New Mexico Sun | Dec 4, 2023

New Mexico State University (NMSU) has received grants from the Paso del Norte Health Foundation to sustain its efforts in curbing diabetes through two of its programs. The On the Road to Living Well with Diabetes program and the National Diabetes Prevention Program are among those receiving aid from these grants.

Health departments unify reporting system for abuse and neglect in 2023 report

By New Mexico Sun | Dec 4, 2023

The New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) announced the official launch of a consolidated Central Intake Reporting system. This initiative, established in collaboration with Adult Protective Services at the Aging & Long-Term Services Department, aims to improve the reporting and addressing of abuse, neglect, and exploitation (ANE).

UNM's academic year 2022 generates $5.2 billion economic impact

By New Mexico Sun | Dec 4, 2023

The University of New Mexico (UNM) has recently released a report, providing an extensive analysis of data from the academic year 2022. The document seeks to quantify the comprehensive economic influence exerted by the entire UNM system on the state's economy.

Los Alamos partners with Navajo Technical University to foster careers in clean hydrogen

By New Mexico Sun | Dec 4, 2023

Los Alamos National Laboratory has recently expanded its collaboration with Navajo Technical University (NTU), focusing on the development of a workforce proficient in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) for a future characterized by advanced technology and clean energy. The partnership aims to enhance education in fuel cell technology and additive manufacturing to prepare students for careers and higher education in materials science and engineering.