By New Mexico Sun | Feb 22, 2024
The City of Albuquerque has taken a significant step towards promoting equity in transportation with the launch of the Affordable Mobility Platform (AMP) electric vehicle carshare pilot project. The initiative, a collaboration between the City of Albuquerque Sustainability Office and partners Forth, PNM, and Sol Housing, aims to provide affordable and environmentally friendly transportation options to all communities.Mayor Tim Keller emphasized the importance of ensuring equitable access to clean transportation, stating, “We’re keeping equity in the driver’s seat and...
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 22, 2024
Albuquerque's Mayor Tim Keller, Police Chief Harold Medina, and Municipal Development Director Pat Montoya recently addressed the media to discuss the city's proactive efforts in reducing pedestrian fatal crashes along Central Avenue. Mayor Keller emphasized the importance of these actions, stating, "Tragedy is occurring far too often on our streets in the form of fatal collisions that could be avoided." Chief Harold Medina highlighted the impact of pedestrian crashes, noting that they are often avoidable and have traumatic consequences for both victims and drivers. He...
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 22, 2024
The Black Student Union (BSU) at the University of New Mexico is commemorating its 55th anniversary this year, with celebrations starting during Black History Month and leading up to the official anniversary in December. Reflecting on the history and significance of BSU, African American Student Services (AASS) and UNM alumnus Brandi Stone highlighted the importance of the organization's advocacy and community-building efforts, stating, "My team now has also been so awesome, and I'm just really proud of them in addition to our students and everyone who's just leaning in and...
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 21, 2024
The New Mexico Senate Bill 3, also known as the Paid Family Medical Leave Act, failed to pass in the New Mexico House of Representatives. This development has been perceived by many as a political upset. Critics of the bill argued that it would excessively increase taxes, leading to its defeat in the House with a vote count of 36 against and 34 in favor.
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 21, 2024
Joyce Garay, an associate professor of Latino/Latina literature and feminist theories at NMSU, has been appointed as the inaugural director of the Chicana/o Studies program in the College of Health, Education and Social Transformation. Speaking about the program, Garay emphasized its inclusivity, stating, "These courses are really for everyone."Garay highlighted the importance of a Chicana/o Studies program at NMSU, emphasizing the significance of understanding the complex experiences of Chicanas/Chicanos in the region. She expressed, "The opportunity for students to take...
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 21, 2024
An interdisciplinary team of Indigenous and western scientists has been honored with the 2024 Newcomb Cleveland Prize from the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) for their research on the evolution of domestic horses. The team's study, titled "Early Dispersal of Domestic Horses in the Great Plains and Northern Rockies," published in spring 2023, has garnered significant recognition in the scientific community.Lead author of the research, Will Taylor, a UNM Anthropology graduate and assistant professor at the University of Colorado, Boulder,...
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 21, 2024
ALBUQUERQUE – APD Child Exploitation Detectives arrested Treyjan Felipe, 24, today after investigating an anonymous tip advising of sexual misconduct with a student athlete at Sandia Preparatory School.APD was alerted by the “Say Something Anonymous Reporting System (SS-ARS),” a downloadable application, telephone hotline and website that students can use to report classmates who may be at risk of harming themselves or others.The tip advised there was a student athlete being sexually addressed through Snapchat and sent genitalia pictures by one the school’s athletic...
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 21, 2024
A team of researchers from The University of New Mexico’s Museum of Southwestern Biology (MSB) have made a concerning discovery regarding the levels of chemical contamination in wildlife at Holloman Air Force Base. The study, recently published in Environmental Research, revealed that various wild birds and mammals at the base are heavily contaminated with 'forever chemicals' known as per and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).Lead author of the study, MSB Director and Professor of Biology Christopher Witt, highlighted the severity of the situation, stating, "Across 23...
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 21, 2024
Dancers and musicians from New Mexico State University, along with local performers, are gearing up for "Reignite: A Dance Concert," hosted by the NMSU Dance program from March 1-3.The concert will feature a diverse range of choreographies, including contemporary, hip-hop, flamenco, tap, and Latin ballroom, showcasing the talents of NMSU dance majors and minors. Choreographers for the event include NMSU dance faculty members Applehelen Kirby, Ana Suffle, George Torres Jr., and Ryan McMullen, who is also the director of the NMSU Dance program.NMSU dance students Amelia...
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 20, 2024
University of New Mexico alumna Emma Hotz has been named a Luce Scholar, the first student from UNM to receive this prestigious honor. The Luce Scholars Program, established by the Henry Luce Foundation, aims to deepen understanding of Asia among American leaders by providing stipends, language training, and professional placements in Asia for selected scholars each year.Expressing her gratitude, Hotz stated, "I am truly humbled to be named a Luce Scholar and to represent the University of New Mexico and the State of New Mexico! Being the first UNM student to have...
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 20, 2024
A total of 29 couples tied the knot during the Doña Ana County Clerk’s annual event, “Romance at the Rotunda” on Valentine’s Day at the Doña Ana County Government Center building. Chief Deputy County Clerk Caroline Zamora expressed her joy about the event, stating, "At our office, we are a small part of critical moments in an individual's life, and this includes marriage and obtaining a marriage license. Our Romance at the Rotunda event is such a joy. Sharing the experience with loving couples and families is lovely and one of my favorite days of the year. I want to thank...
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 20, 2024
The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) in Albuquerque, NM is preparing to showcase a new guest-curated art exhibition that delves into the influence of artworks by incarcerated artists. Titled Paño Connections – Corazón Knows No Bounds, the exhibition is curated by Eric “Christo” Martinez and is set to open at the NHCC Visual Art Museum on Friday, Feb. 23.NHCC Head Curator and Visual Arts Program Manager Jadira Gurulé expressed the center's excitement about the upcoming exhibition, stating, “We are incredibly honored to be working with Christo as an artist and the...
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 19, 2024
Five finalists for president of the New Mexico State University system are set to visit the Las Cruces campus starting February 26, as announced by the Board of Regents. The visits will include public forums allowing the campus community and the public to engage directly with the candidates.According to the Board of Regents, the public forums will kick off on Monday, Feb. 26, at NMSU’s Las Cruces campus. The morning sessions will address faculty, staff, and community issues, while the afternoon sessions will focus on student concerns. Everyone is encouraged to attend...
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 19, 2024
New Mexico State University’s Art Museum is embarking on a significant digitization project to make its vast collection of Mexican retablos accessible to the public and scholars alike. Courtney Uldrich, Collections Curator at the University Art Museum, expressed the need for this project, stating, “It has never been properly inventoried or integrated into our current collections database system with updated photographs."Retablos and ex-votos, with roots in European and Mexican art from the 16th to 18th centuries, are religious images painted on tin plates and other...
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 19, 2024
New Mexico State University is currently offering free tax filing assistance to underserved individuals in the community through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program (VITA). The services are provided by NMSU accounting students who have undergone training and received certification to assist taxpayers with filing their tax returns.Rebeca Pérez, a visiting assistant professor at NMSU, highlighted the importance of the program, stating, "This semester at NMSU, we created this opportunity where our students get course credit for participating in the VITA program, as...
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 19, 2024
The University of New Mexico's Lobo Launch team is on an upward trajectory with three rocket projects, led by retired U.S. Air Force colonel Fernando “Doc” Aguilar. Aguilar, with over 30 years of experience in space launch, oversees a group of 22 seniors in mechanical engineering as they delve into the intricacies of rocket science for their capstone design project.Aguilar explained the rigorous process the students undergo, stating, “Lobo Launch currently consists of three distinct rocket programs, each managed by seven students, one being the overall program manager.”...
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 19, 2024
Professor of Marketing and consumer psychology at the Anderson School of Management Catherine Roster has delved into the realm of decluttering research for nearly two decades. Through her studies, Roster offers valuable insights and tips on how individuals can maintain a clutter-free lifestyle.Roster's research not only explores the reasons behind why people acquire and cling onto possessions but also delves into the emotional repercussions of decluttering. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the connection between our possessions and our overall well-being and...
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 19, 2024
Nursing students from The University of New Mexico College of Nursing recently had the unique opportunity to participate in the 2024 State Legislative Session in Santa Fe, gaining valuable insights into the intersection of nursing and policymaking.Accompanied by faculty members, the students delved into the world of health care policy and legislation, realizing the significant role nurses play in shaping the future of health care in New Mexico. April Tafoya, DNP, RN, NC-BC, BSN level one coordinator and College of Nursing lecturer, highlighted the enriching experience,...
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 17, 2024
The recent legislative session in New Mexico has concluded, leaving mixed outcomes for the LGBTQ+ community. Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham opened the session with a State of the State address focusing on public safety, but her approach faced criticism for emphasizing punishment over safety. Nevertheless, some progress was made with the passing of a seven-day waiting period for firearm purchases and a ban on guns in polling places.
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 17, 2024
Juan Garcia, chairman of the Coalition of Conservatives in Action (CCIA), recently discussed the organization's mission, strategies, and priorities in an interview with the New Mexico Sun.
