New Mexico Sun


Eddy County celebrates Breastfeeding & Farmers' Market Week

The New Mexico Department of Health’s Eddy County Public Health Office in Carlsbad will host New Mexico WIC’s Breastfeeding & Farmers’ Market Week on Wednesday, August 7, from 8:30 to 11:00 a.m. The event will take place at 1306 West Stevens.


Otero County offers free back-to-school vaccinations for children

The New Mexico Department of Health’s Otero County Public Health Office, located at 1207 8th St. in Alamogordo, NM, will be offering no-cost back-to-school vaccinations for all children aged 18 and younger. These services are available regardless of the child's patient status or insurance coverage.


NMSU Global launches campaign promoting free scholarships for adults

New Mexico State University Global Campus, the online campus of NMSU, has launched a new outreach campaign targeting the nearly 302,000 adults in the state who have some college credits but no degree.


NMSU study finds link between depression and reduced survival in breast cancer patients

New research from New Mexico State University indicates that depression can reduce survival rates among American women diagnosed with breast cancer.


Rick Marlatt named associate dean at New Mexico State University's Graduate School

New Mexico State University has appointed Rick Marlatt as the new associate dean of the Graduate School, effective July 1.


UNM School of Medicine earns top-tier ranking for primary care

The University of New Mexico School of Medicine has been recognized among the top medical schools in the nation according to new “Best Graduate School” rankings by U.S. News & World Report. The media company ranks medical schools into two categories: Best Medical Schools: Research and Best Medical Schools: Primary Care.


UNM Health offers free back-to-school vaccine clinic with additional support

As the new school year approaches, Alexander Hang, RN, and his team aim to ensure that children return to classrooms without the threat of preventable diseases. Hang is the unit director at The University of New Mexico Southwest Mesa Center for Family & Community Health, which will host a free back-to-school immunization clinic on Tuesday, July 30, from 1-4 p.m.


Arrowhead Center hosts first Startup World Cup competition in Albuquerque

New Mexico has been selected to join the 2024 Startup World Cup, a prestigious global competition organized by San Jose, California-based Pegasus Tech Ventures, offering a $1 million prize to the winner.


NMSU Regents professor chosen for prestigious USDA fellowship

New Mexico State University Regents professor Cynthia Bejarano was among 32 faculty and staff welcomed by the United States Department of Agriculture to Washington, D.C. earlier this month as part of the 2024 class of E. Kika De la Garza Fellows. The group was selected from Hispanic Serving Institutions and Hispanic Serving School Districts across the country.


Albuquerque Animal Welfare advises on protecting pets during extreme summer heat

The Albuquerque Animal Welfare Department has issued a reminder for pet owners to exercise extra caution during the hot summer months. With temperatures reaching or exceeding 100 degrees through August, pets are at increased risk of heat-related dangers. The Humane Society of the United States offers several guidelines to ensure pet safety in extreme heat.


Recycling delays announced for northwest Albuquerque neighborhoods on July 26-27

Recycling collection will be delayed on Friday, July 26, for residents along two routes in northwest parts of the city. Recycling bins in the affected areas will be serviced on Saturday, July 27.


Mayor Keller hosts State of the City event at Albuquerque BioPark Zoo

On Saturday, August 17, Mayor Tim Keller will host the State of the City event and deliver his annual address at the Albuquerque BioPark Zoo.


UNM hosts summit to address healthcare challenges with innovative solutions

The University of New Mexico College of Pharmacy and the UNM School of Medicine recently hosted a summit aimed at improving health care delivery across New Mexico. The “UNM P5 Summit” convened health care executives, providers, insurance companies, employers, and patients to explore innovative approaches and strengthen partnerships. Discussions focused on addressing health care needs and identifying future improvements.


UNM Medical Group appoints new executive medical director for clinic operations

Alex Schevchuck, MD, MBA, MS, FACC, an associate professor with the Division of Cardiology at The University of New Mexico’s School of Medicine and medical director for UNM Telehealth, has been named executive medical director for UNM Medical Group, Inc. Clinic Operations.


Albuquerque Police arrest seven suspects in bait car theft operations

The Albuquerque Police Department’s Auto Theft Unit recently arrested seven individuals for stealing city-owned bait cars.


UNM alumna seeks recruits for state-wide accessible space development project

University of New Mexico alumna Raven Delfina Otero-Symphony is seeking to recruit students, mentors, and sponsors for a space development project. Otero-Symphony has initiated the Space Collegiate Opportunities & Pathways for Excellence, New Mexico (SCOPE-NM) to make space development accessible to all New Mexicans.


NMSU hosts Ciudad Juárez teachers for STEM workshops

The College of Engineering at New Mexico State University (NMSU) welcomed middle school teachers from Ciudad Juárez, Mexico, for a workshop on the scientific method and its application in everyday life.


NMSU alumnus honors father's legacy with Joe Anaya Memorial Scholarship

Honoring his father’s legacy of supporting higher education, NMSU College of Business alumnus Michael F. D. Anaya is giving back to students by providing the Joe Anaya Memorial Scholarship.


NMSU alum transitions from astronomy studies into tech sector

Manny Canas earned a bachelor’s degree in astrophysics before choosing New Mexico State University (NMSU) in 2019 to pursue a master’s degree. Guided by NMSU astronomy associate professor Wladimir Lyra, Canas collaborated on Lyra’s 2022 NASA Emerging Worlds grant before earning his master’s in 2023.


Field day at NMSU Clovis center focuses on biochar's impact on soil health

Biochar, a charcoal-like material prepared from crop and forest residue, can significantly impact soil health for both large- and small-scale farms in New Mexico.