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NMSU Dance program sees revival, hosts showcase Friday
New Mexico State University’s Dance program is experiencing a revival, with a newfound momentum under the leadership of Director Ryan McMullen. The community is invited to witness the program's resurgence at Friday's The Collection Showcase, featuring the Contemporary Dance and DanceSport ensembles. McMullen expressed his excitement about the upcoming showcase, stating, “This process started about a year ago, and I wanted the students to have some type of culminating performance. The show will be very eclectic.”McMullen, who took on the role of director in August 2023,...
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Arrowhead Center at NMSU Deputy Director Named Among NM’s Women of Influence
Dana Catron, deputy director of Arrowhead Center at New Mexico State University, has been recognized as one of the 2024 Women of Influence by Albuquerque Business First. Catron expressed her gratitude for the recognition, stating, “I am incredibly humbled and honored to have received this recognition. My professional journey to this point has been one of continuous learning and adaptation, driven by a deep commitment to fostering innovation and economic development in New Mexico.”Catron credited her team at Arrowhead Center for their collective effort, saying, “It is...
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New facilities allow NMSU Extension to offer more resources
The Cooperative Extension Service at New Mexico State University is expanding its reach and resources with the opening of new county facilities. In a recent development, the Curry County Extension Office was inaugurated at the Curry County Fairgrounds in Clovis, New Mexico, in September 2023.Speaking about the new facility, Jon Boren, College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences associate dean and director of the Cooperative Extension Service, expressed gratitude for the partnerships that made the project possible. He highlighted the importance of modern...
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NMSU professor’s research links monkeys, mosquitoes and natural virus killers
In the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, questions like “How long after being infected will I be symptomatic?” and “How quickly will I clear the virus?” were important to answer for scientists working round the clock to model the virus and help save lives. A new journal article by Kathryn Hanley, a New Mexico State University biology professor with more than 20 years’ experience tracking viruses that spillover from animals into human populations, is providing answers to some of these questions regarding dengue and Zika virus.Hanley’s most recent research on the...
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NMSU announces 34th annual WERC Environmental Design Contest winners
Nearly 100 students from 11 universities recently participated in New Mexico State University College of Engineering’s 34th annual WERC Environmental Design Contest, held from April 7-10 at the New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum.Ginger Scarbrough, WERC program manager, highlighted the focus on engineering challenges addressing environmental justice issues, stating, “Three of the five tasks addressed environmental justice concerns. The tasks were stormwater management for community resilience, sodium sulfate for a circular economy – community-based solutions, and...
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NMSU Announces Spring 2024 Outstanding Graduate Award Recipients
The Alumni Association of New Mexico State University has revealed the recipients of the Outstanding Graduate Award for the spring of 2024. Among the seven awardees, representing each college of the university plus the Graduate School, are standout students who have showcased excellence in scholarship, service, and leadership.The honorees for the Outstanding Graduate Award are as follows:- Sophia Fuentes, College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences- Atlantis Moses, College of Arts and Sciences- Nate Mullenniex, College of Business- Guillermo...
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NMSU Global Campus Launches Youth on the Move Course for Physical Education Teachers
New Mexico State University Global Campus is set to offer a new microlearning course, Youth on the Move, aimed at secondary physical education teachers beginning in August. The course, designed to revolutionize teaching methods, will start on August 7 and focus on innovative, student-centered teaching strategies.Kim Oliver, NMSU professor of physical education pedagogy, expressed, “This course is an opportunity for educators to transform their approach to physical education.” Jackie Beth Shilcutt, another NMSU professor involved in creating the course, added, “We are...
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NMSU Golf Course to host free 2024 PGA HOPE program for veterans
Veterans and active-duty military in the Las Cruces and El Paso community have another opportunity to participate in the PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere) program this year at New Mexico State University’s Golf Course."The friendships that I have seen forged through the sessions we have been blessed to offer have been special to witness," said Jason White, director of the NMSU Golf Course and PGA member, emphasizing the community-building aspect of the program.The six-week curriculum, led by PGA professionals trained in adaptive and military cultural...
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NMSU Learning Games Lab Receives 2024 Intellectual Property Award
The Learning Games Lab team at New Mexico State University has been honored with the 2024 Intellectual Property Award presented by NMSU’s Arrowhead Center and the Office of Research, Creativity, and Economic Development. During a ceremony held at the Bobby Lee Lawrence Wine Academy at Gerald Thomas Hall, the team was recognized for their outstanding work in developing intellectual property that brings societal, industrial, and commercial benefits.“Our team was surprised and honored to be recognized by Arrowhead with this award,” said Amy Smith Muise, Innovative Media...
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NMSU researchers join France, Japan to develop new Jupiter wind map
New Mexico State University researchers have collaborated with teams from France and Japan to develop a groundbreaking new map of the wind patterns on Jupiter. The study, published in the "Planetary Science Journal," marks a significant advancement in understanding the atmospheric dynamics of the gas giant planet.The research team, led by Observatoire de la Côte d'Azur (OCA, France), utilized Doppler spectroscopy to create the first comprehensive map of Jupiter's atmospheric circulation. Jason Jackiewicz, NMSU astronomy professor and department head, explained that while...
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NMSU Student Nicole Johnson Awarded Prestigious Fellowship
New Mexico State University social work student Nicole Johnson has been awarded the Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Fellowship, a prestigious honor funded by the U.S. Department of State. Out of over 1,000 candidates nationwide, Johnson stood out for her dedication and potential in the field of Foreign Service.Johnson, who will graduate with honors in May, expressed her gratitude for the support she received at NMSU, stating, “I found a lot of support when I enrolled in NMSU and found so many opportunities through the government department.” As a first-generation...
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NMSU Criminal Justice Department Partners with Tulsa Police Department
The Department of Criminal Justice at New Mexico State University has announced a partnership with the Tulsa Police Department (TPD) for a student internship program. The collaboration aims to provide students with hands-on law enforcement experience while they complete the final 15 credit hours required for their bachelor’s degrees in criminal justice.Marija Dimitrijevic, a criminal justice professor and coordinator of the partnership, emphasized the benefits of the program, stating, “Being in the criminal justice program and working for the agency gives students the...
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NMSU Celebrates Arab American, Asian American, Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Communities
Celebrations are currently underway at New Mexico State University to honor the Arab American, Asian American, and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander communities. The university's Asian and Pacific Islander Program (APIP) has been actively involved in commemorating these heritage months.According to Sophia Sangwanthong, director of APIP, celebrating the accomplishments and contributions of API/AAPI individuals is crucial. She stated, "It is so important to celebrate and honor the accomplishments, culture, and contributions of our API/AAPI students, faculty, and staff to...
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NMSU Researchers Contribute to Understanding Flowering Plant 'Tree of Life'
Two New Mexico State University professors, Donovan Bailey and Zachary Rogers, have played a significant role in a global scientific endeavor that has contributed to a major breakthrough in plant science. Led by the Kew Royal Botanical Gardens in London, a group of 279 researchers, including Bailey and Rogers, utilized a breakthrough DNA-sequencing toolkit to decode DNA from samples of over 9,500 species of angiosperms, which are seed plants that produce flowers.The findings of this collaborative effort have been published in the journal “Nature” in an article titled...
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NMSU to host Aggie Remembrance Day May 1
New Mexico State University has announced that it will host the annual Aggie Remembrance Day on May 1 to honor NMSU students, employees, and alumni who passed away in the preceding year. The Aggie Memorial Ceremony is scheduled to take place at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday at the NMSU Spiritual Center.According to Michelle Grandjean, the associate director of Student Involvement and Leadership Programs at NMSU, the university initiated a tradition two years ago to pay tribute to deceased Aggies. Grandjean stated, "Every year, a rock representing each passed student will be...
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NMSU Board of Regents to convene for special, regular meetings
The New Mexico State University Board of Regents is set to convene for both a special meeting and a regular meeting in the upcoming weeks, as announced on April 25, 2024.The special meeting is scheduled for 1 p.m. on Monday, April 29, at the Regents Room of the Educational Services Center on NMSU’s Las Cruces campus. Following this, the Board of Regents will hold a regular meeting at 9 a.m. on Thursday, May 9, also at the Regents Room of the Educational Services Building on the same campus.Both of these important meetings will be livestreamed for public viewing,...
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Aggie Legend, ‘A’ Mountain Award recipients celebrated on NMSU Founders Day
New Mexico State University celebrated its annual Founders Day on April 24 at Traders Plaza to honor the university's history and heritage. During the event, the prestigious “A” Mountain Staff Award and the Aggie Legend accolades were bestowed upon deserving recipients.Freddie Romero, an academic adviser at the Center for Academic Advising and Student Support, was awarded the “A” Mountain Staff Award for his unwavering dedication to student success. Romero expressed his gratitude by stating, "My colleagues and I in the advising center always take a holistic approach when...
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NMSU Graduate Students Honored by Doña Ana County Commission
Students from New Mexico State University’s Graduate School were recognized earlier this week by the Doña Ana Board of County Commissioners with a proclamation that celebrates their remarkable achievements and engagement throughout the county. The proclamation highlights the impact of graduate students at NMSU and their diverse talents, perspective, and contribution to a dynamic and inclusive society."New Mexico State University stands as a beacon of higher education statewide, fostering innovation, research and intellectual growth," as stated in the proclamation....
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NMSU Art Museum Showcases Student Talent in BFA Exhibition
New Mexico State University is proud to announce the upcoming 2024 BFA Exhibition, featuring the works of six talented undergraduate students. The exhibition, titled “Truly, Lovingly, Viciously,” will be held at the Mullennix Bridge Art Gallery in Devasthali Hall from April 25 to May 11.According to assistant professor of art Motoko Furuhashi, the exhibition is a culmination of the students' dedication and hard work throughout their time at NMSU. Furuhashi stated, “The BFA Exhibition reflects everything they have done throughout these years of their degree at NMSU. They...
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NMSU College of Business student Alan Aguilar excels ahead of graduation
Alan Aguilar, a senior at New Mexico State University’s College of Business, is set to graduate with a bachelor's degree in supply chain management this spring. Aguilar expressed his initial uncertainty about the supply chain management major, noting that it has gained prominence in the last two decades. He credited the program for its excellence, highlighting the shift from industrial engineers to professionals in the manufacturing industry.Reflecting on his academic journey, Aguilar praised Dr. Pimentel, his favorite professor, for imparting practical knowledge...