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NMSU Aggie Fashion Club to host 2024 Sustainable Fashion Show

By New Mexico Sun | Apr 15, 2024

Students with New Mexico State University’s Aggie Fashion Club are ready to showcase their creativity at the upcoming Sustainable Fashion Show. The event, taking place on April 18 at the Aggie Lounge in Corbett Center Student Union, aims to promote sustainability through upcycled and recycled designs inspired by literature. Maxine Lucero, fashion merchandising and design program assistant in Family & Consumer Sciences, highlighted the importance of the event, stating, “The fashion industry has a history of neglecting the environment with the increase of fast fashion, which...

UNM School of Architecture + Planning, Thornburg Foundation announce 2024 Jeff Harnar Awards

By New Mexico Sun | Apr 15, 2024

The University of New Mexico School of Architecture + Planning (SA+P) and the Thornburg Foundation recently revealed the winners of the 2024 Jeff Harnar Awards. The awards, established by Garrett Thornburg in 2007, commemorate the legacy of the late local architect Jeff Harnar and his pioneering work in contemporary design.During the awards ceremony held at the School of Architecture + Planning's George Pearl Hall, renowned architect Benjamin Gilmartin of Diller Scofidio + Renfro delivered a lecture.SA+P Dean Robert Alexander González expressed his admiration for this...

APD Charges 70 Offenders with Firearm Related Offenses in March

By New Mexico Sun | Apr 15, 2024

During the month of March, the Albuquerque Police Department took action against 70 individuals for firearm related offenses and successfully recovered 86 firearms. Chief Harold Medina expressed concern over the situation, stating, "These statistics are a clear indicator that criminals in our community continue to get their hands on firearms, and are continuing to re-offend."Among those charged last month, 24 individuals were identified as felons, with nine of them being out on pretrial release. Chief Medina emphasized the importance of accountability for such...

Wiley Fun Awaits at the Balloon Museum's STEAM Night Event

By New Mexico Sun | Apr 15, 2024

Albuquerque, Apr 15 2024 - Get ready for an evening filled with curiosity and creativity as the Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum gears up to host a captivating STEAM Night on Saturday, April 20 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.The event promises an engaging exploration into the realms of science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics, all through the lens of animation and cartooning. The Balloon Museum will present an immersive experience that celebrates the iconic characters of Looney Toons®, particularly the beloved Roadrunner and Coyote, who have...

Familiar Face Announced as New ABQ BioPark Director

By New Mexico Sun | Apr 15, 2024

The City of Albuquerque's Department of Arts & Culture (DAC) has announced the hiring of Brandon Gibson as the new director of the ABQ BioPark. Gibson, with over 25 years of experience in programming, youth education, conservation, and project management, will oversee the BioPark's diverse attractions to enhance guest experience, facilities, and conservation efforts.DAC Director Shelle Sanchez commended Gibson's dedication to conservation, stating, "Brandon has demonstrated his commitment to conservation throughout his career with the City of Albuquerque." Sanchez...

Civilian Police Oversight Advisory Board to Attend Citizen Police Academy Training

By New Mexico Sun | Apr 15, 2024

The Civilian Police Oversight Advisory Board has announced their potential presence at the upcoming Citizen Police Academy training session. According to the board, "A quorum of the Civilian Police Oversight Advisory Board may be in attendance at the Albuquerque Police Academy, 5412 2nd Street NW, Albuquerque, NM, 87107, regarding the Citizen Police Academy." The training is scheduled to take place on Thursday, April 18, 2024, starting at 6:00 p.m.The board clarified that despite their attendance, "No board business will be discussed at the Citizen Police Academy training...

NMSU Receives 5-Year NIH Grant to Train Undergraduate Researchers

By New Mexico Sun | Apr 15, 2024

New Mexico State University has been awarded a $1.6 million grant from the National Institutes of Health to support the training of undergraduate researchers over the next five years. The grant, provided by the NIH National Institute of General Medical Sciences, will specifically fund NMSU’s Undergraduate Research Initiative for Scientific Enhancement (U-RISE) Program.Graciela Unguez, NMSU Regents professor in biology and principal investigator for the project, explained the program's mission, stating, “The mission is to recruit students from underrepresented communities,...

NMSU Researcher Co-Authors Comprehensive Book on New Mexico's Wild Carnivores

By New Mexico Sun | Apr 15, 2024

A New Mexico State University researcher, Jennifer K. Frey, has teamed up with Jean-Luc E. Cartron to co-author a comprehensive book titled “Wild Carnivores of New Mexico,” which was published earlier this year by the University of New Mexico Press. Frey, a professor of mammalian ecology at NMSU, has more than 30 years of experience conducting research on the ecology and conservation of mammals in New Mexico. She has published over 100 scientific articles and focuses on rare and poorly studied species to inform conservation and management efforts.The book, a 1,148-page...

NMSU Partners with TimelyCare to Expand Mental Health Resources for Students

By New Mexico Sun | Apr 15, 2024

New Mexico State University has partnered with TimelyCare to enhance healthcare resources available to students, with a particular focus on mental health support. Ann Goodman, dean of students at NMSU, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, stating, "We are extremely excited to embark on a journey where student health care meets convenience and innovation."Through TimelyCare, NMSU students can access a variety of virtual care options at no cost, including medical care and mental health support. Amanda Blair, assistant director of the Aggie Health and Wellness Center,...

UNM Alum Research Explores Impact of Climate Change on Bee Communities

By New Mexico Sun | Apr 14, 2024

On April 14, 2024, a recent study by The University of New Mexico alumna, Melanie Kazenel, and her colleagues delves into the potential effects of climate change on bee populations in the Southwest United States. The research, titled "Heat and desiccation tolerances predict bee abundance under climate change," was published in the prestigious journal, Nature.Kazenel, who completed her Ph.D. in Biology at UNM and is currently a visiting assistant professor of Biology at Earlham College in Indiana, expressed, "I study how native bees are responding to climate change." She...