New Mexico Sun


CNM selected its first Vice President of Education & Learning

Central New Mexico Community College (CNM) has announced the appointment of Dr. Amardeep Kahlon as its first Vice President of Education and Learning. According to a press release by CNM, Dr. Kahlon is currently serving as the Vice President of Academic Affairs at Paradise Valley Community College in Phoenix.


Los Almos study mistakes for prevention

Los Alamos National Laboratory is taking proactive steps to prevent mistakes and improve human performance. Mike Petrowski, who works in performance assurance at Los Alamos, is at the forefront of this effort. According to a press release by Los Alamos National Laboratory, Petrowski explores the causes of significant mistakes and conducts training to increase awareness of the factors contributing to human error.


Los Alamos scientist recognized as fellow by the American Geophysical Union

Los Alamos National Laboratory announced that Ruth Skoug, from the Space Science and Applications group, has been named a fellow by the American Geophysical Union (AGU). She is one of 63 new fellows for her significant contributions to experimental space plasma physics in the solar wind and magnetosphere, according to a press release by Los Alamos National Laboratory.


NMSU HR professional and student recognized

New Mexico State University (NMSU) has recognized two professionals from its Human Resource Services department for their outstanding contributions. Gena Jones, Assistant Vice President for Human Resource Services, received the HR Excellence Award, while Patrick Madrid, an NMSU graduate, received the Student Merit Award. The awards were presented at the Southern New Mexico Society for Human Resource Management Employment Law Update Conference.


Bernalillo County on early voting and same-day registration for local election

Bernalillo County issued a reminder on early voting and ongoing same-day registration for the regular local election. They emphasized that potential voters still have time to register and take part in the upcoming local election according to a press release by Bernalillo County.


UNM highlights New Mexican Spanish pronunciation research

The University of New Mexico (UNM) has highlighted the recent research conducted by Sarah Lease, a Ph.D. Linguistics student and Joseph Greenberg Fellow. Lease's work, titled "A usage-based account of paragogic /e/ in 20th-century New Mexican Spanish," has been published in Studies in Hispanic and Lusophone Linguistics.


UNM student selected by DOE for graduate research program

The University of New Mexico (UNM) announced that Kylar Greene, a graduate student in the UNM Department of Physics and Astronomy, has been selected by the U.S. Department of Energy for the Office of Science Graduate Student Research Program's 2023 Solicitation 1 cycle. According to a press release by UNM, Greene will conduct his research at Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory, focusing on theoretical and computational research in high-energy physics.


EDD updates and offers its Toolbox in Spanish

The New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) announced that it has released an updated 2024 version of the Toolbox. The resource booklet has also been fully translated into Spanish, expanding its accessibility according to a press release document by the EDD.


Pland Collaborative to receive Storefront Activation Grant

The City of Albuquerque has announced that Pland Collaborative, a local landscape architecture firm, will receive $50,000 in funding through The Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency's Storefront Activation Grant Program. This financial support will aid in the renovation and expansion of Pland Collaborative's downtown location, contributing to the improvement of the city's outdoor spaces.


NMSU researchers share tips for successful local jujube harvest

New Mexico State University (NMSU) researchers have successfully harvested jujube fruits from cultivar trials and are sharing their findings with local growers, according to a press release by NMSU. Jujubes, also known as Chinese dates, are gaining popularity in the United States due to their nutritional value.


NMSU Hest program receives grant for diverse early intervention training

New Mexico State University (NMSU) has been awarded a $1.25 million grant by the Office of Special Education Programs in the United States Department of Education for its Project RISE program. The program, which is part of NMSU's College of Health, Education and Social Transformation, aims to provide diverse early intervention training for infants, toddlers, and their families in New Mexico.


Town of Taos on Destination Stewardship Plan

The Town of Taos has provided updates regarding its collaborative project with the Center for Responsible Travel (CREST) and the George Washington University International Institute of Tourism Studies (GW) to develop a Destination Stewardship Plan (DSP). The project aims to ensure the sustainable development of tourism in the Taos region, as announced in a press release by the Town of Taos.


UNM nursing professor receives grant for lactation research

UNM Health Sciences announced that Dr. Katie Kivlighan, an assistant professor at the UNM College of Nursing, has received a sub-award as part of a federal R01 research grant. The study, funded by the federal government, aims to enhance understanding of lactation issues and provide culturally appropriate lactation assistance within the diverse communities of New Mexico.


NMSU Arrowhead Center has received funding to enhance NM economy

New Mexico State University (NMSU) has received funding from the United States Economic Development Administration to enhance the state's economy. The grant, totaling $130,000 annually for five years, will be used to strengthen NMSU's Arrowhead Center's Studio G student business incubator and establish a university center aimed at addressing economic challenges in New Mexico. The total cost match for the grant is $1.3 million over the same period.


NMSU to host two job fairs

New Mexico State University (NMSU) has announced that it will be hosting two job fairs to provide students and alumni with valuable networking and employment opportunities. According to a press release by NMSU, this will be the first time the university will host the City of Albuquerque Job Fair, and it will also be the ninth annual Health Professions Fair.


Nusenda observed the seventh annual “Community Day”

Nusenda Credit Union announced that Nusenda Credit Union employees engaged in volunteer work statewide for the seventh annual Community Day. More than 450 staff members contributed their time, collectively dedicating over 1,600 hours to seven projects spanning Albuquerque, Las Cruces, Santa Fe, Socorro, and Taos according to a press release by Nusenda.


ECECD introduces the second season of  The Early Show with Alax

The New Mexico Early Childhood Education and Care Department (ECECD) has announced the launch of the second season of "The Early Show with Alax," an online series designed for New Mexico families with young children. According to a press release by the ECECD, this new season will feature a micro-video series called "Ask Alax."


Albuquerque and Local 412 partner for the 31st Annual Project Heat's On

The City of Albuquerque has partnered with the United Association (UA) of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local Union 412 for the 31st Annual Project HEAT'S ON, according to a press release by the City of Albuquerque. Project HEAT'S ON, which stands for Handicapped and Elderly Assistance to Service Our Neighbors, is a nationwide effort aimed at helping vulnerable populations stay warm during the winter season.


Albuquerque City Council approves opioid settlement fund collaboration with Bernalillo County

The City of Albuquerque announced that Councilors approved legislation to establish the City's policy for utilizing funds received from opioid settlements to combat the damages caused by synthetic opioid misuse. This collaborative effort between the City and County aims to maximize the impact of these funds through strategic program spending according to a press release by the City of Albuquerque.


Los Alamos projects in artificial intelligence and machine learning

Los Alamos National Laboratory recently announced that several projects focusing on the application of artificial intelligence and machine learning in science and energy have received funding from the Department of Energy Office of Science. These projects at Los Alamos National Laboratory utilize these advanced technologies to enhance accelerator performance and address challenges in fusion reactor design according to a press release by Los Alamos National Laboratory.