By New Mexico Sun | Apr 3, 2024
The Office of Outreach and Recruiting in New Mexico State University’s College of Engineering is currently accepting applications for the NM PREP Middle School Academy and NM PREP High School Academy, set to take place this summer at the Las Cruces campus. The program, which has been running for over eight years, aims to spark student interest in STEM, specifically in engineering, through hands-on activities.Clara Raley, STEM program manager, expressed excitement about the upcoming program, stating, “This summer, we are excited to once again provide this wonderful program...
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 2, 2024
New Mexico State University is set to host the 19th annual J. Paul Taylor Social Justice Symposium on April 10, focusing on "Transformative Leadership: Women, Gender Diversity, and Social Justice." The event, organized by NMSU’s gender and sexuality studies, aims to honor the leadership contributions of women and LGBTQ+ individuals in various sectors.M. Catherine Jonet, associate professor of gender and sexuality studies at NMSU, highlighted the significance of the symposium, stating, “It honors the leadership contributions of women and LGBTQ+ folks across the NMSU system,...
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 2, 2024
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Sandia National Laboratories, a renowned research institution, has made a significant economic impact on the country through its technology development efforts. According to two studies commissioned by Sandia and the National Nuclear Security Administration, the institution has contributed a staggering $140 billion to the economy since the year 2000.Mary Monson, Senior Manager of Business Development at Sandia, expressed pride in the institution's achievements, stating, "I am very proud of how Sandia excels in fulfilling its technology transfer mission...
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 2, 2024
The Albuquerque Museum is proud to present Chip Thomas as a visiting artist from April 1, 2024 through April 6, 2025. Chip Thomas, also known as "Jetsonorama," is a physician, public artist, and activist who began practicing medicine in the Navajo Nation in 1987."In June of 2009 I started a self-funded, public art project on the Navajo Nation, Western Agency, I called ‘Big.’ I went back through twenty-two years of negatives and started blowing photographs up larger than life and wheat pasting them onto roadside stands and abandoned buildings. I'm still amazed at the...
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 2, 2024
The Animal Welfare Department in Albuquerque is urging the public to assist with the increasing number of orphaned kittens arriving at city shelters. The department is seeking support and cooperation from residents who come across kittens in need."If you find a kitten or a litter of kittens, Animal Welfare Department is asking for your help and providing resources and information on what to do," stated the department.In situations where individuals encounter young kittens without their mother, the department advises patience and observation before assuming abandonment....
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 2, 2024
The NMSU Foundation is gearing up to launch a new flash fundraising campaign, titled Founders Day: 1888 Minutes of Giving, in honor of New Mexico State University's founding in 1888. The campaign will run from 10 a.m. on April 23 to 5:28 p.m. on April 24, totaling 1,888 minutes of continuous fundraising to support 24 different programs at NMSU.Jason Arvizu, assistant vice president of alumni relations and annual giving at the NMSU Foundation, expressed the significance of the campaign, stating, “This campaign pays tribute to the visionaries who founded NMSU over a century...
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 2, 2024
University of New Mexico researchers, led by Ludmila Bakhireva, have discovered that even low to moderate alcohol consumption during pregnancy can lead to subtle changes in prenatal development, affecting factors such as birth length and gestational duration. In a study published in the journal Alcohol Clinical & Experimental Research, Bakhireva highlighted some sex-related differences in the impact of alcohol consumption on fetal development.Bakhireva emphasized the importance of the study's findings, stating, "Almost everybody drinks before they know they are pregnant,...
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 2, 2024
Andrea Orzoff, an associate professor of history at New Mexico State University and faculty fellow in the William Conroy Honors College, has been actively involved in expanding student opportunities at the university. Orzoff, who has been leading the university’s Fellowships Office since 2021, plays a crucial role in helping numerous students each semester in their quest to broaden their educational horizons both nationally and internationally.The Fellowships Office, located within the Honors College, is a valuable resource for the entire NMSU community. It offers...
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 2, 2024
New Mexico State University has unveiled a new resource on campus aimed at providing professional headshot services to its students, faculty, staff, and visitors. The Nusenda Professional Headshot Booth, located in the Corbett Center Student Union, offers a convenient and free way for individuals to obtain high-quality headshots for various purposes."We're grateful for our partnership with Nusenda Credit Union and for their generous financial support of the professional headshot booth," expressed Tony Marin, assistant vice president for Student Affairs at NMSU. "Nusenda...
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 2, 2024
Santa Fe, NM – The New Mexico Museum of Art is set to unveil a groundbreaking exhibition, "Off-Center: New Mexico Art, 1970-2000," at the Vladem Contemporary. The showcase, running from June 8, 2024, to May 4, 2025, will take visitors on a journey through the state's artistic evolution over three transformative decades."With more than 125 visionaries contributing to the tapestry of this exhibition, Off-Center weaves together a diverse array of artistic expressions, each reflecting the spirit of its time," shared Christian Waguespack, Head of Curatorial Affairs at NMMOA....
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 2, 2024
The ABQ BioPark is offering a job opportunity for the position of Assistant Zookeeper II at its Heritage Farm department. The successful candidate will be involved in various duties related to the care and maintenance of the farm grounds, animals, and crops at the BioPark.According to the job description, the Assistant Zookeeper II will be responsible for tasks such as weeding, pruning, planting, feeding animals, operating farming equipment, and assisting the public with inquiries. The position also entails basic repair and maintenance of the farm grounds, along with...
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 2, 2024
The Albuquerque Police Department has relaunched the Duke City Case Files, a video series aimed at generating tips in unsolved homicides. The series, initially launched in 2021, led to the resolution of four out of seven cases that were featured.The first case highlighted in the relaunch is the September 2021 homicide of 22-year-old Brittany Ramirez. Speaking about her daughter, Jessica Valdez Ramirez said, "She just loved to love, and her personality was very outgoing, and charismatic… she was everything a mom wanted her child to be." Jessica expressed the family's need...
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 2, 2024
In an effort to improve healthcare accessibility, The University of New Mexico Health System has opened a new clinic in Roswell, NM, focusing on HIV and sexual health care services. The expansion into Roswell aims to address the lack of such services in the area, providing primary care, behavioral health care, and screenings for HIV and other sexually transmitted infections.Senior Vice President of UNM Clinical Affairs, Mike Richards, emphasized the importance of creating access to healthcare without stigma, stating, "We need to be able to talk about these health care...
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 2, 2024
Lydia Grindatto expressed her excitement and disbelief after winning the Fernand Lamesch Award at the Metropolitan Opera Eric and Dominique Laffont Competition. Grindatto, an alumna of The University of New Mexico, shared, “It feels a little bit surreal because this competition was something that I’d always heard about in school and as I was going through training. It’s such a big deal and so I never assumed that I would go on to be in the finals, much less win. It just feels so surreal and very exciting.”Grindatto's journey to success was not without challenges. She...
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 1, 2024
Doña Ana County Fire Rescue is set to honor the graduation of 17 firefighters who have successfully completed the rigorous requirements to become certified firefighters. The ceremony will take place at 1 p.m. on Friday, April 5 at the Doña Ana Community College, East Mesa Campus Auditorium in Las Cruces, welcoming members of the public to join in the celebration.According to the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress, each graduate has satisfactorily finished a 16-week-long Fire Academy course, earning them certification from the prestigious organization. These...
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 1, 2024
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Health (NMHealth) is currently observing National Public Health Week from April 1 to 7, acknowledging the vital contributions of its staff statewide. The theme for this year's Public Health Week is Protecting, Connecting, and Thriving.Public Health Division Director, Dr. José Acosta, expressed the department's commitment to making New Mexico the healthiest state in the nation by 2040, stating, "The department is determined to reach our ‘North Star’ goal of making New Mexico the healthiest state in the nation by 2040." He emphasized...
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 1, 2024
UNM Professor Joshua Grubbs' research on the connection between sports betting and binge drinking has been published in the prestigious journal JAMA Network Open. Grubbs' study, funded by the International Center for Responsible Gaming, analyzed data from over 4,000 adults across the U.S. to investigate the relationship between sports wagering and alcohol misuse.Grubbs emphasized the significance of his findings, stating, "The sports gamblers, just by the fact that they are sports gamblers, are substantially more likely to be reporting high levels of binge drinking." He...
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 1, 2024
The Civilian Police Oversight Advisory Board has issued a notice regarding a potential quorum at the upcoming Citizen Police Academy training session. According to the notice, "a quorum of the Civilian Police Oversight Advisory Board may be in attendance at the Albuquerque Police Academy, 5412 2nd Street NW, Albuquerque, NM, 87107, regarding the Citizen Police Academy."The training is scheduled to take place on Thursday, April 4, 2024, starting at 6:00 p.m. However, the Board has clarified that "no Board business will be discussed at the Citizen Police Academy training on...
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 1, 2024
The Global Education Office (GEO) at the University of New Mexico (UNM) is gearing up to celebrate a significant milestone in its history. GEO is marking its 60th anniversary this year, an occasion that will be commemorated with a special event on Thursday, April 25 at the University Club from 4 to 6 p.m.Originally known as the Office of the Foreign Student Advisor when it opened its doors in August 1964, GEO has played a vital role in supporting international students at UNM for six decades. From its humble beginnings of assisting 205 students from 65 countries in its...
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 1, 2024
The County Assessor’s Office has taken steps to inform property owners of their property values and tax obligations. According to the office, property owners have until May 1 to protest the values listed in the Notice of Value that was sent out on April 1. County Assessor Eugenia “Gina” Montoya Ortega provided details on the protest process, stating that protests must be submitted in writing to the office's address in Las Cruces, NM.In addition to protesting property values, taxpayers have the opportunity to apply for various exemptions. These exemptions include cases...
