By New Mexico Sun | Sep 15, 2023
Albuquerque Public Schools (APS) has been recognized for its commitment to incorporating locally sourced produce into its food program. The New Mexico Grown Coalition honored APS with a Blossom award, praising their successful initiatives in utilizing New Mexico-grown food. Sandra Kemp, the Executive Director of Food and Nutrition Services at APS, has been working closely with local farms to procure bulk quantities of produce. So far, APS has obtained a wide range of locally sourced fruits and vegetables, including watermelon, cantaloupe, peaches, pluots, nectarines, salad...
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 15, 2023
The UNM Harwood Museum of Art in New Mexico is set to organize a panel discussion on the conservation of Hispanic arts and culture in Northern New Mexico. The event will take place on September 20 at the Harwood Museum's Arthur Bell Auditorium and is free to attend. The panel will consist of experts in the field, including artists, conservators, journalists, and community leaders.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 15, 2023
The UNM Harwood Museum of Art in New Mexico is set to host a panel discussion on the conservation of Hispanic arts and culture in the region. The event, which will take place on September 20, features a group of distinguished experts in the field. The panel will discuss their recent endeavors in preserving these enduring traditions and highlight the cultural significance of these artworks in contemporary life. The event is made possible with support from New Mexico Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 15, 2023
New Mexico is set to receive the newly recommended updated COVID-19 vaccine for the Fall/Winter season, according to the NM Department of Health. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has advised that individuals aged 6 months and older should receive this updated vaccine for protection during the upcoming fall and winter. Shipments of the updated vaccines from Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna are expected to arrive in New Mexico soon.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 15, 2023
NMSU, or New Mexico State University, has recently announced the launch of a new Bachelor of Science degree program in computer engineering. This program is a result of a collaboration between the Klipsch School of Electrical and Computer Engineering in the College of Engineering and the Department of Computer Science in the College of Arts and Sciences. The program aims to focus on the development of secure hardware systems and will be taught by faculty members from both departments.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 15, 2023
Albuquerque residents and art enthusiasts have something exciting to look forward to as the South Broadway Cultural Center prepares to showcase the "Nortesur" exhibition by renowned artist Luis Fitch. The exhibition, which opens on September 14, offers a unique glimpse into Fitch's artistic journey, from his upbringing along the Tijuana-San Diego border to his current status as a globally recognized Mexican artist living in the U.S.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 13, 2023
The New Mexico Human Services Department has joined forces with the UNM Health Policy Center to conduct a survey on the public's attitude towards the application of Medicaid funding. The study, conducted by the newly established Center for Health Policy at The University of New Mexico's College of Population Health, aimed to gather insights and experiences of New Mexico residents regarding Medicaid.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 13, 2023
UNM’s College of Nursing has recently appointed Gina C. Rowe, PhD, DNP, MPH, FNP-BC, PHCNS-BC, FNAP as their new Assistant Dean of Professional Graduate Programs. This announcement was made by UNM Health Sciences on September 6, 2023. According to a press release, Rowe brings a wealth of expertise in community-based primary care, research, serving underserved populations, and clinical education design to the role.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 13, 2023
NMSU's Clayton Livestock Research Center is gearing up for an exciting event on September 18. The center will be hosting a field day from 2 to 6 p.m. at its location in Clayton, New Mexico. The best part? Attendance is free of charge!
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 13, 2023
The Albuquerque Museum has announced its upcoming exhibition, "O'Keeffe and Moore," featuring the works of renowned modernists Georgia O'Keeffe and Henry Moore. Running from September 30 to December 31, 2023, this exhibition allows visitors to delve into the artistic contributions of these two artists. The exhibition is co-organized by the San Diego Museum of Art, Albuquerque Museum, Henry Moore Foundation, and Georgia O'Keeffe Museum, and is supported by federal indemnity from the Federal Council on the Arts and the Humanities.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 13, 2023
The city of Albuquerque is taking a proactive approach to address the crime issues plaguing the area. City officials have presented a set of specific requests to the state in an effort to significantly reduce crime in the Albuquerque Metro Area. These requests were developed over two years of collaboration with local criminal justice authorities and aim to enhance public safety in the city.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 13, 2023
NMSU: Floral Team Achieves Success in Regional and National Competitions
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 13, 2023
The University of New Mexico (UNM) is pleased to welcome Melanie Hitchcock as the new Senior Director of Development for the Anderson School of Management. In her new role, Hitchcock will be responsible for leading fundraising efforts for the school, according to a recent press release.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 13, 2023
New Mexico State University (NMSU) Library will be hosting an open house event on September 19, 2023, to unveil its new Emerging Technologies Learning Lab. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at both Zuhl and Branson libraries on the main campus. The lab, located in Branson Library, aims to provide students with a collaborative space to engage with various technologies.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 13, 2023
New Mexico State University (NMSU) Library is set to host an open house event on Tuesday, September 19, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at both the Zuhl and Branson libraries on the main campus. The highlight of the event will be the unveiling of the library's new Emerging Technologies Learning Lab, located in Branson Library. This state-of-the-art lab aims to provide students with a collaborative environment to engage with various technologies.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 13, 2023
Los Alamos National Laboratory, on September 11, 2023, announced a groundbreaking achievement in the field of machine learning. Their team has successfully developed an algorithm capable of processing data larger than a computer's memory. This algorithm, which sets a new world record for processing massive data sets, was put to the test on Oak Ridge National Laboratory's Summit supercomputer.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 13, 2023
New Mexico State University (NMSU) has recently announced the upcoming 2023 Scale Up NM Pitch Competition for technology startups based in New Mexico. The event, hosted by the Scale Up NM program, is scheduled to take place on October 26, 2023, at Electric Playhouse in Albuquerque. Aspiring entrepreneurs with innovative ideas have until September 25 to submit their applications for a chance to participate in the competition.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 13, 2023
The University of New Mexico (UNM) has recently announced a collaborative Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) and Associated Universities, Inc. (AUI) in order to explore potential partnerships for future radio astronomy initiatives in the United States. This partnership aims to focus on the development of the next-generation Very Large Array (ngVLA) and Very Long Baseline Array (VLBA).
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 13, 2023
The winners of the New Mexico Grown Program have been announced by the New Mexico Department of Health. The Golden Chile Awards, presented by the New Mexico Grown Coalition, recognize and honor initiatives that promote good nutrition and contribute to the state's agricultural economy. In a press release, it was revealed that this year's winners include 10 senior centers, 17 school districts, and 18 preschools, as well as 21 food producers supplying fresh produce, products, and meat to these institutions.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 13, 2023
The U.S. Department of Energy Office of Environmental Management (EM) recently announced that a shipment of 120 depleted uranium oxide (DUOx) storage cylinders has arrived at a disposal site in West Texas. This shipment originated from EM's Portsmouth Site in Ohio, marking the first shipment from this location.
