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NMSU Fire Department provides guidelines for evacuation plans and fire drills

The NMSU Fire Department emphasizes the importance of safety in public buildings on campus and elsewhere. It is crucial to know your way out in case of an emergency or during a fire drill. Here are some tips to keep in mind before entering public buildings, including restaurants and theaters.


New director named for NMSU’s Brewery Engineering Program

Stephen Taylor has been appointed as the new director of New Mexico State University’s Brewery Engineering Program, succeeding Associate Professor Catie Brewer. Taylor, who has been managing the Seidel NMSBrew Laboratory, initially began teaching the elective Brewing Science class in 2012 after a conversation with then-CHME professor Martha Mitchell.



NMSU hosts college readiness workshop in collaboration with ECMC

In collaboration with ECMC, New Mexico State University will host Realizing the College Dream, a college readiness workshop for school personnel and educational opportunity program professionals who assist high school students and families. The workshop is scheduled from 7:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 22, at Corbett Center Student Union, third-floor ballroom.


City of Santa Fe Public Works and Utilities Committee met Aug. 19

City of Santa Fe Public Works and Utilities Committee met Monday, Aug. 19


City of Santa Fe Mayor's Youth Advisory Board met Aug. 19

City of Santa Fe Mayor's Youth Advisory Board met Monday, Aug. 19


UNM Grand Challenges teams secure funding for sustainable space research & child health projects

Two UNM Grand Challenges teams will receive congressionally directed funds this year to complete research projects. Due in part to the efforts of Senators Martin Heinrich and Ben Ray Luján, the Sustainable Space Research team and the Child Health team will each receive funding for their projects. These funds are facilitating education, community engagement, and workforce development, all important objectives of Grand Challenges research programs.


City of Santa Fe Planning Commission met July 11

City of Santa Fe Planning Commission met Thursday, July 11


City of Santa Fe Public Works and Utilities Committee met July 1

City of Santa Fe Public Works and Utilities Committee met Monday, July 1


City of Albuquerque President and City Council met Aug. 19

City of Albuquerque President and City Council met Monday, Aug. 19


City of Albuquerque City Council met Aug. 19

City of Albuquerque City Council met Monday, Aug. 19


Annual Red & Green VegFest highlights growing interest in vegan lifestyle

Scores of vegans, food enthusiasts, and the vegan curious attended the 9th Annual Red & Green VegFest at the Marriott Pyramid Hotel on Saturday, August 17. District 7 Councilor Tammy Fiebelkorn collaborated with Sprouting Compassion to sponsor the culinary and educational festival. Councilor Fiebelkorn moderated presentations throughout the day, while her partner, Paul Roybal, served as the event MC and conducted a cooking demonstration.


Fulbright scholar brings Sardinian ethnomusicology expertise to UNM

Sardinian ethnomusicologist Diego Pani will serve as a Fulbright Scholar in Residence for the next 10 months at The University of New Mexico (UNM). He and his wife will be hosted by UNM Associate Professor of Ethnomusicology and Anthropology, Kristina Jacobsen, who has previously conducted ethnographic fieldwork on the Mediterranean island.


Eddie Nuñez leaves University of New Mexico for leadership role at University of Houston

University of New Mexico Vice President and Director of Athletics Eddie Nuñez, whose seven-year tenure has witnessed successes for the Lobos on the field, in the classroom, and in fundraising, has accepted a position as Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics at the University of Houston, a member of the Big XII Conference.


Mayor Keller delivers annual state of the city address at community event

Mayor Tim Keller is set to deliver his sixth State of the City address today at a community event hosted at the Albuquerque BioPark Zoo. This free event aims to bring families together, provide insights into the city's priorities and initiatives, and offer a family picnic night at the zoo. Pre-registration is required due to limited space.


Mayor Keller outlines public safety initiatives during State of City address

Today, Mayor Tim Keller delivered his sixth State of the City address at a community event hosted at the Albuquerque BioPark Zoo. The gathering brought over 1,300 people together to learn about city efforts on a range of fronts including public safety, housing and homelessness solutions, and creating safe, vibrant ‘third places’ for people of all ages to find belonging in their communities.


OVPR announces newest cohort of Zancada fellows

The Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR) has announced the newest cohort for the 2024-2025 Zancada Graduate Fellowship Program. The Zancada Fellowship provides students with professional development programming, opportunities to engage with campus and community leaders, and a forum to build connections with an interdisciplinary cohort of dynamic scholars.


Albuquerque officials commence Phase Two construction at Joan Jones Community Center

ALBUQUERQUE – Today, Mayor Tim Keller, City Councilors Joaquin Baca and Louie Sanchez, and members of the community gathered to mark the commencement of Phase Two construction at the Joan Jones Community Center. This initiative is part of Albuquerque's ongoing effort to create "third places" for families—spaces outside of home and work where people can connect with their community.


UNM-Gallup students achieve top placements at 2024 SkillsUSA Championship

Six students from The University of New Mexico-Gallup recently achieved top placements at the 2024 SkillsUSA Championship in Atlanta. Representing the state, Kayliegh Begay, Sonny Gene, Kitana James, Mason Joe, Layla Perry, and Carlos Silva competed and placed in the top 13 of their respective categories.


Parks & Recreation Department activates sprinklers amid high temperatures

The Parks & Recreation Department (PRD) is activating sprinklers in four parks tomorrow, August 17, as part of "Operation Cooldown 2024" due to another triple-digit temperature day being expected. This initiative provides families with a fun, no-cost way to cool off as the outdoor pool season winds down. The following parks (Group 3) will host sprinkler play from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. tomorrow: