By New Mexico Sun | Oct 3, 2024
American workers invest substantial amounts in retirement funds, typically through employer-sponsored 401(k) and 403(b) plans. These plans often have significant investments in fossil fuels. A dilemma arises for people of faith who wish to align their investments with their moral values of protecting vulnerable communities and being responsible stewards of the Earth.
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 3, 2024
The New Mexico State Land Trusts Advisory Board is scheduled to hold a public meeting on Thursday, October 10, 2024, starting at 10:00 a.m. The meeting will take place at New Mexico State University, Gerald Thomas Hall in Las Cruces, NM. Participants can also attend via audio and video conference.
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 3, 2024
Electrifying homes is a topic gaining attention, as it promises to cut energy bills, improve indoor air quality, and decrease climate pollution. A video provided by 350 New Mexico highlights the benefits of home electrification. It features real homeowners sharing their experiences with new tax credits and rebates that make heat pump installations and other electrification upgrades more affordable.
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 2, 2024
Republican Ohio Senator J.D. Vance faced Democratic Minnesota Governor Tim Walz during the first Vice Presidential debate, held in Albuquerque on October 1.
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 2, 2024
Amid the ongoing shift from fossil fuels to alternative energy sources, the demand for transitional minerals is on the rise. This situation poses significant questions about mining practices, particularly on Indigenous lands. A recent webinar addressed these concerns and explored how people of faith and conscience might respond.
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 2, 2024
Registration is now open for the 2024 FOG Continuing Education Seminar. The event, titled “Unlocking Access: A Deep Dive into New Mexico’s Open Government Laws,” will take place on November 1, 2024, in Albuquerque at the offices of the New Mexico Bar Association located at 5121 Masthead St. NE.
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 2, 2024
New Mexico voters will decide on Constitutional Amendment 3 in the upcoming November ballot. The proposed amendment, if passed, would permit the Dean of the University of New Mexico School of Law to appoint a designee to chair judicial nominating commissions when necessary.
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 1, 2024
Following the recent vice presidential debate between Senator JD Vance and Governor Tim Walz, Senate Republican Leader Greg Baca has shared his views on the outcome. According to Baca, "Tonight, Senator JD Vance was the clear victor in the debate versus Governor Tim Walz." He praised Vance for presenting "an eloquent and concise path to prosperity for our country."
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 1, 2024
The University of New Mexico's (UNM) decision to migrate its School of Law's three law journals to the UNM Digital Repository has increased accessibility for legal scholars' work worldwide. This transition has also allowed an analysis of which articles are most impactful based on download statistics.
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 1, 2024
The School of Law has announced the appointment of Rachel O. Woods as the new Associate Director of Career Services. In her new role, Woods will offer career guidance, lead professional development workshops, and act as a liaison to employers throughout the state.
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 1, 2024
The class of 2004 held its 20th reunion on September 6, 2024. Out of the ninety-two graduates from that year, twenty-nine attended the event.
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 1, 2024
Willis (Bill) Ellis, a respected Professor Emeritus of the School of Law, passed away on August 20, 2024. He was 96 years old.
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 1, 2024
David B. Martinez, Kelly Stout Sanchez, and Julio C. Romero, partners at the law firm Martinez, Hart, Sanchez & Romero P.C., have donated $2.5 million to the University of New Mexico School of Law. This contribution has led to the establishment of an endowed chair named the F. Michael Hart Chair in Children’s Law, honoring Mike Hart, a partner at their firm.
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 1, 2024
The School of Law has commenced its 2024 Clinical Law Program with a swearing-in ceremony held on August 15, 2024. Students took the oath of office under the guidance of Judge Zachary Ives from the New Mexico Court of Appeals.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 30, 2024
Alicia Ulibarri, a third-year law student at the School of Law, has been selected for the Community Governance Attorney Program (CGAP). Established by the New Mexico Legislature in 2019, CGAP provides legal services to land grant, acequia, and colonias communities. The program connects these communities with law students who offer support and requires participants to work for two years after graduation for an organization serving these communities.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 30, 2024
A small business roundtable will take place at The Mechanical Contractors Association of New Mexico in Albuquerque on October 7. The event offers an opportunity for small business owners to connect, discuss concerns, and prepare for the upcoming 2025 Legislative Session.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 28, 2024
Today, the director of U.S. Customs and Immigration Enforcement (ICE) sent a letter to Congressman Tony Gonzales (R-Texas), revealing that over half a million convicted criminals have been released into America under the Harris/Biden administration. Vice President Kamala Harris made her first visit to the southern border in three years for a photo-op as she and other Democrats like Rep. Gabe Vasquez and Sen. Martin Heinrich face criticism for their handling of border issues.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 27, 2024
The City of Albuquerque and Bernalillo County have announced the creation of the Middle Rio Grande Housing Collaborative (MRGHC), a joint initiative aimed at addressing the growing need for affordable housing in the region.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 27, 2024
New Mexico State University (NMSU) has once again secured a place in the U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges for 2025.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 27, 2024
Research from the University of New Mexico suggests that providing methadone and other substance use disorder treatments in jails can reduce recidivism rates. Brady Horn, a professor in the Department of Economics, and Paul Guerin, director of the Center for Applied Research and Analysis (CARA) at the Institute for Social Research (ISR), examined a program at Bernalillo County's Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) that offers methadone treatment to inmates.
