New Mexico Sun

The University of New Mexico (UNM) has announced the appointment of Richard Henrard as the senior associate director of UNM Facilities Management (FM). Prior to this role, Henrard served as the Engineering Services - Institutional Project Delivery (ES-IPD) Team Lead and worked at Los Alamos National Labs (LANL) in New Mexico.

ASEE Hall of Fame welcomes UNM Engineering Dean

The University of New Mexico (UNM) has announced that Donna Riley, the current Jim and Ellen King Dean of Engineering and Computing at UNM, has been inducted into the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) Hall of Fame. Recognized for her significant contributions to the field, Riley's research focuses on engineering education, particularly on integrating ethics, communication, social analysis, and lifelong learning.

UNM neuroscience professor earns Young Investigator award for mental health research

The University of New Mexico (UNM) has announced that Mubarak Hussain Syed, head of the Syed Neural Diversity Lab and assistant professor of Biology, is a recipient of the 2023 Young Investigator grant from the Brain & Behavior Research Foundation. Each awardee is expected to receive up to $70,000.

NMSU's Here to Help NM aiming to boost wellness in agricultural communities

New Mexico State University (NMSU) has recently announced the creation of an initiative called Here to Help New Mexico. The program, launched by NMSU's Southwest Border Food Protection and Emergency Preparedness Center, is designed to enhance stress prevention efforts and broaden health and wellness resources in agricultural communities.

NMSU astronomy professor earns NASA research fellowship

New Mexico State University (NMSU) has announced that Assistant Professor of Astronomy, Joe Burchett, has secured a research fellowship at NASA facilities. This opportunity is due to a collaboration between NASA and the National Science Foundation (NSF). The NSF's Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR) Track-4 awards have allocated funding totaling $2.7 million for 10 selected projects, including Burchett's research.

Upgrades planned for Albuquerque's Westside Emergency Housing Center

The city of Albuquerque has announced that it is making progress with enhancements to the Westside Emergency Housing Center (WEHC), focusing on interior and exterior improvements to improve the living conditions of its residents. As part of this initiative, two currently unused dormitories are undergoing renovation at the WEHC, with planned upgrades for bathrooms, flooring, and lighting.

NMSU TRIO staff member takes leadership role in state association

New Mexico State University (NMSU) has revealed that Bernadine Booky, the program director of TRIO Student Support Services at NMSU, has been elected president-elect for the TRIO New Mexico Association. She will serve a two-and-a-half-year term on the TRIO New Mexico Executive Board.

Grants awarded to NMSU extension for diabetes awareness programs

New Mexico State University (NMSU) has received grants from the Paso del Norte Health Foundation to sustain its efforts in curbing diabetes through two of its programs. The On the Road to Living Well with Diabetes program and the National Diabetes Prevention Program are among those receiving aid from these grants.

Health departments unify reporting system for abuse and neglect in 2023 report

The New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) announced the official launch of a consolidated Central Intake Reporting system. This initiative, established in collaboration with Adult Protective Services at the Aging & Long-Term Services Department, aims to improve the reporting and addressing of abuse, neglect, and exploitation (ANE).

UNM's academic year 2022 generates $5.2 billion economic impact

The University of New Mexico (UNM) has recently released a report, providing an extensive analysis of data from the academic year 2022. The document seeks to quantify the comprehensive economic influence exerted by the entire UNM system on the state's economy.

Los Alamos partners with Navajo Technical University to foster careers in clean hydrogen

Los Alamos National Laboratory has recently expanded its collaboration with Navajo Technical University (NTU), focusing on the development of a workforce proficient in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) for a future characterized by advanced technology and clean energy. The partnership aims to enhance education in fuel cell technology and additive manufacturing to prepare students for careers and higher education in materials science and engineering.

EPA finalizes safeguards to reduce methane emissions

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has finalized new safeguards to reduce methane emissions from the oil and gas industry.

Green energy subsidies criticized as New Mexico tries to 'support an industry that has been unable to support itself'

Amidst the surge in energy production in New Mexico, attention has turned towards the green energy sector. Particularly, two green energy companies have received significant subsidies from the New Mexico government, prompting retired small business owner Ramona Goolsby to question the appropriateness of such allocations.

Questions rise over Nichole Rogers’ candidacy: ‘District 6 is entitled to a City Councilor who is ethical’

It was recently revealed that Nichole Rogers, Albuquerque City Council candidate for District 6, failed to file required documents for her nonprofit to the IRS and certain New Mexico state agencies. As a result of these findings, her campaign has drawn criticism from various parties, including Albuquerque attorney Pete Dinelli.

NeoVolta expands to New Mexico

NeoVolta, a home solar power storage provider, announced its increased expansion in New Mexico through a six-figure agreement. This deal involves installing NeoVolta NV14 batteries in newly constructed homes throughout the state. The company's foray into New Mexico forms part of its broader expansion strategy across the United States.

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