New Mexico Sun

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 22, 2023

City of Santa Fe Quality of Life Committee met Wednesday, Nov. 1

By New Mexico Sun | Nov 22, 2023

Santa Fe Public Schools (SFPS) announced that the New Mexico Public Education Department (PED) disclosed the designation of eight SFPS schools as among the state's highest-performing schools. The PED also revealed designations for traditional status and additional support needs. This designation was based on a comprehensive evaluation of academic performance and progress.

By New Mexico Sun | Nov 22, 2023

The New Mexico Human Services Department (HSD) announced the appointment of Paula Morgan as the Chief Information Officer and Information Technology Division (ITD) Director. Paula Morgan, who has been serving in this role on an acting basis for nearly a year, brings over 30 years of experience in information technology across various sectors.

By New Mexico Sun | Nov 21, 2023

Los Alamos National Laboratory announced the successful permanent disposal of a significant volume of radiological and hazardous waste accumulated over the years at off-site facilities. The Lab's off-site waste shipments exceeded the rate of waste generation, despite an expansion in its mission to develop plutonium pits. This feat was achieved through consistent efforts by the lab's staff to ensure safe and effective disposal strategies.

By New Mexico Sun | Nov 21, 2023

Sandia National Laboratories announced that a team, under their leadership, secured the Gordon Bell Prize for Climate Modeling from the Association for Computing Machinery by running a high-resolution global atmospheric model on the world's inaugural exascale supercomputer. The award recognizes innovative computing contributions that address the global climate crisis. This significant achievement took place at an event in Denver.

By New Mexico Sun | Nov 21, 2023

The University of New Mexico (UNM) announced that the University of New Mexico Foundation (UNMF) received a $2.5 million gift from Rosalyn Roembke Hurley. This donation, establishing the Wilson Hurley Collection Endowment, will support the College of University Libraries and Learning Sciences (CULLS) and the Center for Southwest Research and Special Collections (CSWR). The contribution will fund significant projects such as the digitization of Wilson Hurley's works and sponsoring research on his art.

By New Mexico Sun | Nov 21, 2023

The University of New Mexico (UNM) announced its Department of Communication & Journalism (C&J) hosted NPR's Next Generation Radio Program. This national initiative, launched in 2000, aims to inspire the upcoming generation of storytellers to embrace narrative forms driven by audio. The program took place at UNM's C&J department and was focused on indigenous storytelling.

By New Mexico Sun | Nov 21, 2023

The University of New Mexico (UNM) announced its Department of Communication & Journalism (C&J) hosted NPR's Next Generation Radio Program. This national initiative, launched in 2000, aims to inspire the upcoming generation of storytellers to embrace narrative forms driven by audio. The program was held at UNM with a focus on Indigenous narratives, centering on the theme 'meaning of home.'

By New Mexico Sun | Nov 21, 2023

New Mexico State University (NMSU) announced its latest addition to the line of licensed products—locally-grown pistachios. In collaboration, Heart of the Desert Pistachios & Wines partnered with New Mexico State Athletics for the first time to produce "Pete's Provisions," a blend of farm-fresh pistachios. This initiative aims at supporting local agriculture while providing consumers with unique and high-quality food products.

By New Mexico Sun | Nov 21, 2023

New Mexico State University (NMSU) announced it has been chosen by the U.S. Department of Energy to receive a $900,000 inaugural grant for establishing a Building Training and Assessment Center. In this role, NMSU will contribute to the expansion of training opportunities for sought-after, high-quality jobs and will identify energy-saving, productivity-improving, and waste-reducing opportunities for organizations. This initiative is part of a larger nationwide effort by the U.S. Department of Energy to invest in energy efficiency education and services.

By New Mexico Sun | Nov 21, 2023

New Mexico State University (NMSU) announced that the 2023 New Mexico Boosting Engineering, Science, and Technology (NM BEST) Robotics competition, organized by the NMSU College of Engineering Office of Outreach and Recruitment, featured students designing robots for minimally invasive surgery on a simulated body field. The event showcased students' innovative solutions at the simulated body field, which included a heart, arteries, veins, and a brain. This competition took place with the intention of encouraging young minds to innovate in fields such as medical technology.

By New Mexico Sun | Nov 21, 2023

New Mexico State University (NMSU) announced its Office of Experiential Learning is set to hold the 19th annual Career Connections Fair. The NMSU Student Success Center offers attendees support in resume review and interview preparation for the event. This initiative is an opportunity for students to connect with potential employers from across the U.S.

By New Mexico Sun | Nov 21, 2023

The University of New Mexico (UNM) announced Professors Laura Crossey and Karl Karlstrom from the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences secured a National Science Foundation (NSF) grant for the initiative titled "Developing Partnerships Among Tribes, Geoscientists, and the National Park Service to Advance Informal Geoscience Learning at Grand Canyon." The grant aims to foster collaborations between tribes, geoscientists, and the National Park Service for the advancement of informal geoscience education at the Grand Canyon. This move seeks to provide a more culturally...

By Jean Bernstein | Nov 21, 2023

I have been asked by a number of people to share my observations about the 2023 Council race. I’ve always made a point of staying out of partisan politics but in recent years I have become very worried about the future of our Albuquerque.

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 21, 2023

City of Santa Fe Finance Committee met Monday, Oct. 30

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 21, 2023

City of Santa Fe Veterans Advisory Board met Wednesday, Oct. 25

By New Mexico Sun | Nov 20, 2023

The University of New Mexico (UNM) announced that the fall 2023 Rainforest Pitch Competition was recently hosted by UNM Anderson's Innovation Academy in collaboration with UNM Rainforest Innovations. During the competition, the top 10 student finalists, competing for prize money, presented their business ideas to a live audience and a panel of three judges. The event took place at Bow and Arrow Brewing Co. on November 8.

By New Mexico Sun | Nov 20, 2023

The University of New Mexico (UNM) announced that the fall 2023 Rainforest Pitch Competition was recently hosted by UNM Anderson's Innovation Academy in collaboration with UNM Rainforest Innovations. During the competition, the top 10 student finalists, competing for prize money, presented their business ideas to a live audience and a panel of three judges. The event took place on November 8 at Bow and Arrow Brewing Co., bringing together students from diverse backgrounds.

By New Mexico Sun | Nov 20, 2023

The University of New Mexico (UNM) announced Dr. Joshua Birchall, recently appointed as Assistant Professor of Linguistics, has unveiled the first-ever dictionary of Moré-Kuyubim. Birchall, one of the few individuals worldwide to decipher Moré-Kuyubim, published the first comprehensive dictionary. This new academic material will serve as a vital resource for studying and preserving this unique language.

By New Mexico Sun | Nov 20, 2023

The University of New Mexico (UNM) announced the Little Lobo Holiday Wish Fund, sponsored by the UNM Dean of Students Office and Children's Campus, has been initiated this winter. The fund aims to support student parents by raising $10,000 for distribution as $100 gift cards to 100 Lobo families as a holiday gesture.