By New Mexico Sun | Jul 29, 2024
New research from an associate professor at The University of New Mexico’s College of Population Health (COPH) highlights significant disparities in gun violence experienced by African American communities across the United States and the societal factors that contribute to this issue.
By New Mexico Sun | Jul 29, 2024
This spring, Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller and City Councilors convened “Constructive Conversations,” a series of community meetings aimed at fostering dialogue between residents and city leaders to shape the future of Albuquerque's built environment. The meetings sought to bridge the gap between community aspirations and funding realities.
By New Mexico Sun | Jul 29, 2024
ALBUQUERQUE – The Albuquerque Police Department (APD) graduated 41 cadets today as part of the 129th Cadet Class.
By New Mexico Sun | Jul 29, 2024
A team from the New Mexico State University Cooperative Extension Service has developed a new training program to assist entrepreneurs who produce food products.
By New Mexico Sun | Jul 29, 2024
The New Mexico Department of Health’s Women, Infants, and Children program (WIC) and the New Mexico Breastfeeding Task Force will host World Breastfeeding Week events at all statewide WIC locations.
By New Mexico Sun | Jul 29, 2024
Ventana Ranch Community Park on Albuquerque's westside will be bustling with local participants on Saturday, August 3 during Westside Summerfest from 5 to 10 p.m. In addition to local bands on two stages, the final installment of the summer concert series will showcase small businesses offering handcrafted products, delicacies, and libations.
By New Mexico Sun | Jul 29, 2024
As a student-athlete at New Mexico State University, Molly Kaiser believes success is not confined to the basketball court but extends into the classroom. Her dedication and perseverance have earned her recognition as the 2023-2024 Conference USA Scholar Athlete of the Year, representing NM State Women’s Basketball.
By New Mexico Sun | Jul 29, 2024
The University of New Mexico’s Welcome Back Days are set to return this year, marking the beginning of the 2024 fall semester. Hosted by UNM's Student Activities Center, these events provide new and returning students an opportunity to explore campus offerings.
By New Mexico Sun | Jul 29, 2024
Nusenda Credit Union has been named by Albuquerque Journal readers as Best Credit Union for the eleventh consecutive year. Nusenda has won the best credit union category since the awards began 11 years ago.
By New Mexico Sun | Jul 29, 2024
New Mexico Historic Sites and the Friends of Taylor-Mesilla Historic Site have scheduled a celebration for John Paul Taylor’s birthday. Taylor would have turned 104 years old on August 24.
By New Mexico Sun | Jul 26, 2024
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.
By New Mexico Sun | Jul 26, 2024
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.
By New Mexico Sun | Jul 26, 2024
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.
By New Mexico Sun | Jul 26, 2024
New research from New Mexico State University indicates that depression can reduce survival rates among American women diagnosed with breast cancer.
By New Mexico Sun | Jul 26, 2024
New Mexico State University has appointed Rick Marlatt as the new associate dean of the Graduate School, effective July 1.
By New Mexico Sun | Jul 26, 2024
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.
By New Mexico Sun | Jul 26, 2024
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.
By New Mexico Sun | Jul 26, 2024
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.
By New Mexico Sun | Jul 26, 2024
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.
By New Mexico Sun | Jul 26, 2024
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.
