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  • UNM hosts third annual ARTSSPLASH event showcasing fine arts

    The University of New Mexico hosted its third annual ARTSSPLASH event, featuring music, art, dancing, and more. The event aimed to celebrate Fine Arts at UNM and raise awareness about various programs within the college.


  • Voters to decide on funding for UNM College of Pharmacy renovations

    New Mexico voters will soon decide on the future of The University of New Mexico (UNM) College of Pharmacy building, along with other capital projects for higher education institutions across the state. During this year’s general election, voters will be asked to approve a series of General Obligation (GO) Bonds, including Higher Education GO Bond 3. If passed, GO Bond 3 will release $230 million to higher education institutions statewide.


  • UNM professor addresses Congress on Latino voting rights

    As the November election approaches, it is important to consider a wide range of obstacles impacting Americans' access to cast their ballot across the country, ranging from photo-ID requirements in some states, misinformation aimed at confusing voters, and the fear of potential violence at polling locations. University of New Mexico Professor Gabriel Sanchez says all of these issues are more likely to impact Latino voters than voters from other racial and ethnic backgrounds.


  • UNM announces new assistant vice provost positions focused on boosting academic success

    The University of New Mexico (UNM) is restructuring its Office of Academic Affairs to enhance faculty and student success. This change includes the creation of two new assistant vice provost positions. These roles will focus on faculty affairs and students' academic success.


  • University executive Dan Garcia joins RNL's AI Leadership Council

    Dan Garcia, vice president for enrollment management at The University of New Mexico (UNM), has been appointed to RNL's AI Leadership Council. This initiative aims to shape the future of artificial intelligence (AI) in higher education.


  • UNM set to break ground on Center for Collaborative Arts & Technology

    The University of New Mexico (UNM) will break ground on the Center for Collaborative Arts & Technology (CCAT) on Tuesday, Oct. 15. The new facility, designed by Diller Scofidio + Renfro (DS+R), will be a 60,000 square-foot hub for innovation and creativity at the UNM College of Fine Arts.


  • UNM study finds jail-based methadone treatments lower recidivism rates

    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, the 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.


  • UNM colleges rank among top-100 in latest U.S News & World Report

    Two colleges at The University of New Mexico, including the College of Nursing and the School of Engineering, have been ranked among the top 100 in the latest 2025 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges Rankings released today.


  • Podcast episode explores UNM's Lobo Launch rocket engineering program

    The podcast "It’s (Probably Not) Rocket Science" explores the topic of rocket engineering, focusing on a program called Lobo Launch at the University of New Mexico. The episode, titled “It Actually is Rocket Science,” delves into this initiative developed by the Department of Mechanical Engineering at UNM.


  • UNM professor develops tool aiding families through contentious divorces

    When University of New Mexico Adjunct Professor Lawrence Jones isn’t teaching or mediating contentious cases, he's trying to help parents and professionals create a less stressful experience for children during separation or divorce.


  • University invites registration for annual New Mexico Data Users Conference

    Registration is now open for the 26th annual New Mexico Data Users Conference, organized by the Data Bank at the University of New Mexico's Bureau of Business and Economic Research (BBER). The event will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 20, and aims to provide a platform for learning, sharing, and networking around data. The conference will cover both U.S. Census Bureau data and local New Mexico data sources.


  • Event aims to strengthen UNM's role as a Hispanic-serving institution

    The University of New Mexico (UNM) is one of 600 schools in the United States recognized as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI). While UNM holds this designation with pride, El Centro de la Raza, a resource center on campus for 55 years, asserts that more can be done to support Hispanic students, faculty, and staff. In collaboration with various campus partners, El Centro is organizing an event aimed at strengthening UNM’s Hispanic-Serving identity.


  • UNM professor Michael Rocca discusses trends in campaign spending and congressional races

    Michael Rocca, an associate professor in Political Science and the director of the Master of Public Policy Program at The University of New Mexico, recently discussed campaign spending and congressional races. Rocca’s research has been featured in various academic journals, and he has received multiple teaching awards.


  • Historian Omer Bartov to discuss Gaza conflict at UNM

    The University of New Mexico Department of Anthropology will host historian Omer Bartov, who will present "Speaking of Genocide: The Holocaust, Israel-Palestine, and the War in Gaza" on Monday, Sept. 30. The presentation is scheduled for 7 p.m. in Anthropology Room 163 and is free and open to students, faculty, administrators, regents, and the public.


  • UNM postdoctoral fellow Anitha Vijayakumar explores RNA-binding proteins for cancer treatment

    Anitha Vijayakumar has dedicated over a decade to the study of biochemistry, specifically lipid metabolism. This extensive background has led her to her current position as a postdoctoral fellow at the University of New Mexico (UNM), where she focuses on manipulating RNA-binding proteins to potentially enhance cancer treatments.


  • UNM-Gallup student turns pandemic hobby into associate degree

    GALLUP, N.M. — Emergency medical services graduate Raquel Martinez returned to The University of New Mexico-Gallup to take a welding class to de-stress from work, but her new hobby led to an associate degree in welding and a massive metal sculpture.


  • UNM's PAÍS building enhances STEM education through GO Bond funding

    In 2016, the University of New Mexico's (UNM) 60-year-old Physics & Astronomy building was deemed inadequate for high-end research. The building lacked modern teaching facilities and had heating and cooling issues that impacted temperature-sensitive research. Located on Lomas Boulevard, across from the main campus, students had to cross a busy road to attend classes, and vibrations from passing vehicles disrupted laser-based research.


  • Daily Lobo creates Tony Hillerman Writing Coach Fund

    Renowned author Tony Hillerman is recognized globally for his novels and memoirs centered around the Southwest, particularly focusing on the reservations and Indigenous people of New Mexico. A lesser-known fact about Hillerman is his role in nurturing journalistic talent at the New Mexico Daily Lobo.


  • Podcast examines impact of microplastics on human health

    It’s (Probably Not) Rocket Science (IPNRS) has launched its second season with a focus on microplastics. The episode, titled “Everything You Should Know About Microplastics,” discusses recent research from The University of New Mexico, revealing significant findings about microplastics in the human body.


  • UNM postdoc delves into orbital homeostasis using control theory

    Most days for Rosalyn Devonport are spent in her office working on advanced and abstract math problems, interspersed with computer programming. If she’s having a particularly stimulating day, coffee with a friend is one of her first stopping points. “You’d be surprised by how much advanced math is done over a freshly brewed cup of coffee,” she noted.