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Two electrical and computer engineering students from New Mexico State University, Diego Said Chavez Arana and Omar Alejandro Garcia Alcantara, have had papers accepted for publication at the prestigious American Control Conference to be held in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, in July.Diego Said Chavez Arana’s paper will be featured in the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers journal Communications Letters, while Omar Alejandro Garcia Alcantara’s paper will be presented at the American Control Conference. Luis Rodolfo Garcia Carrillo, assistant professor of...
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New Mexico State University will host Fulbright Week this week featuring four sessions on Fulbright opportunities for both students and faculty. According to Andrea Orzoff, director of the Fellowships Office at NMSU, the Fulbright Program provides students with the chance to explore opportunities beyond the United States. Orzoff emphasized, "Through Fulbright, NMSU students have won full funding for an academic year, to do amazing things outside the U.S." She added, "They have earned master’s degrees in the United Kingdom, taught English in Romania, and researched arid-land...
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The Board of Regents of New Mexico State University has announced a special meeting scheduled for 8 a.m. on Thursday, March 28. The meeting will take place virtually on Zoom and will be livestreamed for public viewing at https://regents.nmsu.edu/regent-meetings/.According to the information provided, individuals interested in attending or participating in the meeting can access copies of the agenda at https://regents.nmsu.edu/regent-meetings/. The Board of Regents has also made accommodations for individuals with disabilities, stating, "If you are an individual with a...
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The Las Cruces International Film Festival is set to kick off its opening night with showings of the New Mexico film "Little Brother," directed by Sheridan O’Donnell, a Korean American writer and director. The film, which has garnered multiple award nominations and accolades, will be featured on April 3 at the Allen Theatre Cineport 10 at 700 S. Telshor Boulevard."We are looking forward to the filmmakers and stars of the film who will attend and greet the audience and host a question-and-answer session after the screenings," expressed Ross Marks, the festival's executive...
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Stephen Markham, the latest Tombaugh Scholar at New Mexico State University, is delving into the seismology of giant planets such as Jupiter, Saturn, and Uranus. Markham's research adds a new dimension to the studies of atmospheric phenomena at the giant planet cloud tops conducted at NMSU's astronomy department.According to Nancy Chanover, an astronomy professor at NMSU, Markham's research brings excitement to the field, stating, “Steve Markham’s research on the interiors and deep atmospheres of the giant planets adds an exciting dimension to the previous and ongoing...
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New Mexico State University’s Cooperative Extension Service will host a Biochar and Soil Health field day on April 24 at the Leyendecker Plant Science Center in La Mesa, New Mexico. The event aims to educate participants on the impacts of different management practices on soil health and crop growth, as well as provide a demonstration on how to prepare biochar.According to John Idowu, Extension Plant Sciences Extension specialist and Extension agronomist, "The event will demonstrate how to produce biochar from local wood wastes and discuss the impact of biochar on soil...
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Michelle Gavin, a research integrity coordinator at the Office of Research Integrity and Compliance at NMSU, has been an integral part of the university's research support system since 2011. With a background spanning various sectors like corporate business, government, higher education, and national defense security, Gavin's expertise has been crucial in ensuring research compliance and protecting human participants.Gavin, who joined NMSU in 2003, has been actively involved in STEM-related outreach and education programs, as well as serving on various university...
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Michelle Gavin, a research integrity coordinator at NMSU, has been a key player in ensuring that research at the university is conducted ethically and in compliance with regulations. Her role involves supporting researchers in navigating the complex world of research guidelines and protocols.Gavin's expertise and experience in the computing industry have been invaluable in her position, which she has held since 2011. She has a background that spans from corporate business to government sectors, including higher education and national defense security projects. Her...
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New Mexico State University’s Cooperative Extension Service and University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension will be hosting a virtual certification course for food manufacturing industry professionals in April. The course, titled “Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points For Food Manufacturers,” will take place over four days from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on April 9, 11, 16, and 18.According to the announcement, the $495 registration fee covers electronic materials and a certificate bearing the seal of the International HACCP Alliance. Luis Sabillón from NMSU can be contacted...
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The University Art Museum at New Mexico State University is gearing up to showcase the talent of its students in the upcoming Juried Student Show, which will feature more than 30 works from various student artists. This year's juror, El Paso-born artist Celia Álvarez Muñoz, carefully selected 32 works from 28 different NMSU students for the exhibition.Speaking about the selection process, Álvarez Muñoz expressed her pleasure in seeing a diverse range of thought-provoking statements translated into strong works of art in various mediums by NMSU students. She emphasized the...
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New Mexico State University’s College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences is gearing up to welcome the public to its fifth annual ACES Open House on Saturday, April 6. The event, set to take place from 9 a.m. to noon on the Las Cruces campus, promises a day filled with educational and interactive activities for attendees of all ages.“This is an opportunity for the Las Cruces and NMSU communities to catch a glimpse of the activities our students, faculty and staff engage in,” expressed College of ACES Dean Rolando A. Flores Galarza. “This event highlights...
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New Mexico State University is gearing up to host an exciting and educational event titled “Physics Fun Day” on March 22. The event, organized by the Physics Graduate Student Organization (PGSO), aims to engage the public in hands-on physics experiments and demonstrations.“‘Physics Fun Day’ is the fusion of learning and laughter,” said Binisha Marahatta, president of PGSO. “Our physics fun day promises to be an unforgettable experience that will leave attendees inspired and eager to delve deeper into the mysteries of the things around us.”The event will feature various...
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The New Mexico State University Board of Regents convened in a regular meeting on Monday and unanimously decided to kickstart a new search for the university system's next president. Chair of the Board of Regents, Ammu Devasthali, expressed the reasoning behind this decision, stating, "After careful consideration, I do not believe that any of the current finalists fully meet the needs of New Mexico State University at this critical juncture." Devasthali emphasized the importance of finding the right leader for the university, noting that while the candidates presented...
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New Mexico State University Cooperative Extension Service is set to host the New Mexico Youth Ranch Management Camp from June 9 to 14 at the CS Ranch in Cimarron, New Mexico. According to Sid Gordon, NMSU Extension agriculture agent and NMYRMC co-chair, the camp offers a unique educational experience for youth interested in ranch management. “Going to camp was a life-changing experience for 27 New Mexico youth. They didn’t participate in recreational activities and crafts, but received college-level instruction in managing a ranch,” Gordon stated, emphasizing the focus on...
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The United States Environmental Protection Agency has appointed three faculty members from New Mexico State University and Doña Ana Community College to serve on committees aimed at improving environmental health in the U.S.-Mexico border region.Christopher Brown, a professor of geography and environmental studies at NMSU, expressed his enthusiasm for rejoining the Good Neighbor Environmental Board, stating, “I am thrilled to once again join this prestigious committee and help improve our environment around the border area.” Brown, who has studied binational water...
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New Mexico State University’s Hidalgo County Cooperative Extension Service, in collaboration with other county offices, will host the Southwest Pregnancy Check Clinic in Deming, New Mexico from March 12-14. The Catron, Luna, Otero, and Sandoval County Extension offices, along with the Department of Extension Animal Sciences and Natural Resources, will also be providing support at the clinic.According to the announcement, the clinic will take place at the Quality Inn on March 12, followed by sessions on March 13 and 14 at Blandford Farms. Savannah Daniels from NMSU...
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The New Mexico State University Foundation has received a generous donation of $500,000 from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico. The donation includes two separate gifts, one for $300,000 to fund a professor of practice in the NMSU School of Nursing for three years, and another for $200,000 to support students studying social work or nursing.The Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico Professor of Practice position aims to address the need for nurses and nurse practitioners in rural counties of New Mexico. This initiative will focus on community outreach to enhance...
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On March 5, 2024, New Mexico State University's Graduate School shines a light on the dedicated and accomplished Kari Bellavita, who has been an integral part of the administrative team.Bellavita's journey at NMSU began in April 2019 as a temporary customer service representative, eventually progressing to the role of senior administrative assistant. Reflecting on her career growth, Bellavita shared, "In August 2019, I was hired as a full-time customer service representative, and in March 2021, I was promoted to senior administrative assistant as admin to former Dean Luis...
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New Mexico State University’s Cooperative Extension Service is gearing up to hold the 2024 fruit growers workshop on March 15 at the Alcalde Community Center. The event aims to educate fruit growers on methods for orchard improvement, regardless of the size of their operation.Santa Fe County Extension Agriculture agent, Tom Dominguez, expressed, “This is an opportunity to enhance fruit growing knowledge and learn about new and upcoming varieties.”The workshop will feature a range of sessions covering various topics important to fruit growers. Attendees can expect to...
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The New Mexico State University Board of Regents has announced that they will convene for a closed online meeting on Wednesday, March 6 at 7:30 p.m. The purpose of this meeting is to deliberate on the finalists for the position of NMSU president. As stated by the announcement, "The meeting has been called to discuss the finalists for president of NMSU."During this closed session, the discussion regarding the candidates for the presidency will not be open to the public. This decision is in accordance with the provisions set forth in NMSA 1978, Section 10-15-1.H(2) (2013)....