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.
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 20, 2023
The University of New Mexico (UNM) announced that Distinguished Professor Greg Taylor of the Department of Physics and Astronomy led a team of students to construct antennas for the third Long Wavelength Array (LWA) station. This initiative, funded by a $1 million grant from the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), contributes to enhancing the LWA telescope's capability to gather radio wave data from celestial bodies. This project is part of UNM's ongoing efforts to advance in the field of astronomy through practical student involvement.
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 16, 2023
The University of New Mexico (UNM) announced the inclusion in the South Campus Tax Increment Development District (TIDD). The tax revenues generated by this enterprise will contribute to funding public infrastructure, including roads, utilities, and public facilities, in the specified area.
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 15, 2023
Sandia National Laboratories announced that two of its employees are set to become associate fellows in the class of 2024 at the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics. The individuals, selected based on their AIAA senior membership, over 12 years of professional experience, and recommendations from three AIAA associate fellows, will be recognized for their contributions to aerospace.
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 15, 2023
Sandia National Laboratories announced the completion of a two-year computational modeling effort for closed-loop geothermal systems, led by a team of experts from various national laboratories. In this initiative, Sandia played a crucial role in the computational modeling of the belowground system, while the National Renewable Energy Laboratory utilized the numerical results to assess the economic viability of the system within their aboveground power plant and economic model.
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 15, 2023
Los Alamos National Laboratory announced the recipients of its most esteemed medals in Community Relations, Operations, and Global Security for the year 2023. This group of winners is being recognized for their contributions to the laboratory's mission and impact in these areas.
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 15, 2023
Los Alamos National Laboratory announced that the Chain Lab in Genomics and Bioanalytics and the Center for Integrated Nanotechnologies (CINT) have been acknowledged for their commitment to sustainability. The recognition comes as a result of the two labs' participation in the "Green Lab" certification process offered by My Green Lab on Nov 15th.
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 15, 2023
New Mexico State University (NMSU) recently announced that students from Seoul's Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU) are scheduled to arrive in Las Cruces for collaborative projects with NMSU students. These interdisciplinary teams of four will work closely with professors and sustainability communication experts from SKKU and NMSU's Journalism and Media Studies and Creative Media Institute to produce videos addressing global issues, fostering international collaboration.
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 15, 2023
The University of New Mexico announced the launch of the Nurture and Thrive (NAT) Fund for late student Natalie Jude through its Women's Resource Center (WRC). The fund aims to offer unwavering support and emergency financial assistance to student survivors facing intimate partner violence, student assault, gender-based harassment, and stalking on Nov 15th.
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 15, 2023
The Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native Women (CSVANW) has voiced concern over the recent disbandment of the New Mexico Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Relatives (MMIWR) Task Force.
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 15, 2023
On the second anniversary of the Honoring Chaco Initiative (HCI), the Greater Chaco Coalition has urged Interior Secretary Deb Haaland to fulfill her commitment to protect the Greater Chaco region.
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 14, 2023
Los Alamos National Laboratory announced the Open, Composable, Heterogeneous, Adaptable, Management Infrastructure (OCHAMI) to enhance support for various applications and workflows. The objective of OCHAMI is to establish a collaborative community where members collectively contribute to the framework's architectural direction, allowing individual high-performance computing (HPC) sites to address specific challenges and share resulting solutions within the community, according to a press release by Los Alamos National Laboratory.
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 14, 2023
The University of New Mexico (UNM) was recently ranked the 15th Best for Vets College in 2023 by Military Times. The ranking was evaluated on criteria including admissions preferences, priority registration, mental health services, career counseling, academic support, VA work-study options, and financial assistance, according to a press release by UNM.
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 14, 2023
Grammy-nominated composer David Arkenstone is playing in Albuquerque as part of his three-state "A Winter’s Eve with David Arkenstone and Friends" concert tour. According to Arkenstone, at this concert he will try to create meaningful memories of winter with the audience.
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 13, 2023
The New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions (NMDWS) is observing National Apprenticeship Week from Nov. 13 to 19, 2023. During this week, the NMDWS aims to showcase the benefits of Registered Apprenticeship as a robust and industry-driven training approach, addressing workforce and education challenges, as well as promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace, according to a press release by NMDSW.
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 13, 2023
The University of New Mexico (UNM) announced it has been named the 15th Best for Vets College in 2023 by Military Times. The rank was evaluated depending on offerings including admissions preferences, priority registration, mental health services, career counseling, academic support, VA work-study options, and financial assistance, according to a press release by UNM.
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 13, 2023
The University of New Mexico (UNM) announced the introduction of a Human Biology Undergraduate Concentration, offered by the Anthropology Department. This program allows students to delve into various aspects of the human species, including evolutionary history, genetics, anatomy, physiology, development, and behavior, according to a press release by UNM.
