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UNM School of Architecture + Planning, Thornburg Foundation announce 2024 Jeff Harnar Awards
The University of New Mexico School of Architecture + Planning (SA+P) and the Thornburg Foundation recently revealed the winners of the 2024 Jeff Harnar Awards. The awards, established by Garrett Thornburg in 2007, commemorate the legacy of the late local architect Jeff Harnar and his pioneering work in contemporary design.During the awards ceremony held at the School of Architecture + Planning's George Pearl Hall, renowned architect Benjamin Gilmartin of Diller Scofidio + Renfro delivered a lecture.SA+P Dean Robert Alexander González expressed his admiration for this...
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UNM Alum Research Explores Impact of Climate Change on Bee Communities
On April 14, 2024, a recent study by The University of New Mexico alumna, Melanie Kazenel, and her colleagues delves into the potential effects of climate change on bee populations in the Southwest United States. The research, titled "Heat and desiccation tolerances predict bee abundance under climate change," was published in the prestigious journal, Nature.Kazenel, who completed her Ph.D. in Biology at UNM and is currently a visiting assistant professor of Biology at Earlham College in Indiana, expressed, "I study how native bees are responding to climate change." She...
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UNM Anderson School’s EMBA Cohort Explores Japan's Business Landscape
The UNM Anderson School of Management’s Executive MBA program recently took its graduating cohort on a transformative trip to Japan, where they had the opportunity to meet with top executives and immerse themselves in the country's business culture.During the trip, the group visited various cities in Japan, including Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka, engaging in meetings with high-level managers at companies such as SUMCO and ITOKI. Student Victoria Archuleta expressed her appreciation for the experience at SUMCO's headquarters, highlighting the importance of international...
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UNM Scientists Discover Blue Light Increases Bird Collisions with Buildings
UNM scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery regarding the impact of blue light on migrating birds. The study, led by David Tan and Nicholas Freymueller from The University of New Mexico, sheds light on a previously overlooked factor contributing to bird-building collisions.The research, recently published in the journal Conservation Biology, focused on the effects of blue light on night-migrating birds colliding with illuminated buildings. Tan, a Ph.D. candidate at UNM, highlighted the significance of their findings, stating, "Reducing blue light emissions at...
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UNM Continuing Education v. middle school students; a case where everyone wins
The University of New Mexico's Continuing Education Program has been offering middle schoolers a unique learning experience through the 'Make Your Case: Introduction to Law Camp' for over 15 years. This annual five-day spring break camp, designed for ages 10 to 14, aims to provide young participants with a hands-on introduction to the legal system.Amy Thompson, Continuing Education Program Manager, highlighted the positive feedback received from both kids and parents, emphasizing the camp's value in offering a fun environment where children can learn about the legal...
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The world's greatest unifier: Club Sports at UNM
Club Sports at the University of New Mexico (UNM) are thriving, offering a plethora of options for students who wish to stay active and engaged in athletics while balancing their academic and personal lives. These sports programs, under the umbrella of UNM Recreational Services, cater to both competitive and recreational athletes.Jessica Bennett, Club Sports Project Assistant and Sport and Recreational Club Council President, expressed her dedication to the program, stating, "I like to see everyone in action. It reminds me why I keep coming back to Club Sports and...
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U.S. News & World Report Releases 2024 Best Graduate Schools Rankings
U.S. News & World Report has unveiled its 2024 Best Graduate Schools rankings, highlighting several programs at The University of New Mexico. Nursing Midwifery at UNM has secured the 11th spot, with a total of 15 colleges/schools and programs ranking in the top 100.Speaking about the rankings, a spokesperson for the publication mentioned, "The rankings focus only on graduate programs, as opposed to other rankings released from U.S. News and World Report that focus on undergraduate and online programs. The publication releases rankings every year but focuses on different...
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UNM's Anderson School Welcomes Dean Alina Chircu
Alina Chircu, Ph.D., has officially joined The University of New Mexico as dean of the Anderson School of Management. Chircu comes to UNM Anderson from Bentley University in Waltham, Mass., where she served in a number of capacities. Her posts included interim dean of business, associate dean followed by senior associate dean of business for graduate programs and chair of the Information and Process Management department, where she was also a faculty member.UNM Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs James Holloway praised her expertise and talents. “Dr....
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UNM Duck Pond: A Campus Gem for Relaxation and Study
The University of New Mexico's duck pond has become a beloved spot for students, faculty, and local residents to gather, study, and unwind. Originating from humble beginnings, the pond has evolved into a central hub of activity on campus.Trinity Moody, a fourth-year undergrad, reminisced about the pond's transformation, stating, “Ducks always flew down to hang out and it was a popular duck spot for a long while. Eventually, planners — and perhaps students? — decided to make the lot a full-fledged pond so that the ducks would have a true designated spot to hang out.”...
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UNM Organizations Advocate for Farmworker Rights
The University of New Mexico recently held a series of events as part of Farmworker’s Awareness Week to shed light on the challenges faced by farmworkers and the importance of their contributions to the food system. El Centro de la Raza, College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP), and other campus organizations organized various activities to raise awareness and educate the community about the realities of farm work.Rodolfo Becerril, El Centro de la Raza Student Success Specialist, emphasized the goal of bringing awareness to the challenges and situations that farmworkers...
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Curanderismo summer program returns under new traditional healing institute
In its 20th consecutive year, the "Traditional Medicine without Borders: Curanderismo in the Southwest and Mexico" summer program led by Eliseo “Cheo” Torres and Mario Del Angel Guevara, University of New Mexico Chicana/o Studies professors, is set to return. This time, the two-week course will be held under the new Curanderismo Institute.The program serves as a platform for traditional healers from various Latin American countries and the U.S. to gather and exchange knowledge on "Curanderismo", the traditional holistic healing practice. Torres highlighted the unique...
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UNM history professor provides New Deal expertise on public radio series
Jason Scott Smith, a professor of History at The University of New Mexico, recently shared his expertise on the New Deal during an episode of the public radio program "Marketplace." Speaking with journalist Kai Ryssdal, Smith discussed the legacy of the New Deal for the U.S. economy and the evolving role of the federal government in American economics. During the episode titled "Breaking Ground," Smith connected local experiences with national-level historical narratives, emphasizing the ongoing influence of the New Deal on contemporary policy debates. He highlighted the...
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Annual International Festival Date Set by Global Education Office
The Global Education Office (GEO) at the University of New Mexico has announced the date for its annual International Festival. Scheduled for April 18, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Cornell Mall, the event promises to showcase the diverse cultures within the university's international community."Each year, GEO collaborates with international students, ethnic food vendors, and local performers to showcase different facets of our global community. It's a joyous occasion where our international students share a piece of their home culture with the wider campus. I encourage...
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UNM New Mexico Mutual Champions Training Center Wins AGC New Mexico Award for Best Buildings
The University of New Mexico has been recognized for its exceptional work in construction as the UNM New Mexico Mutual Champions Training Center has been awarded the Best Buildings Award by the Association of General Contractors (AGC) New Mexico. The prestigious award was presented to UNM in the category of New Construction within the $2.5 million to $5 million range.In addition to this recognition, UNM Athletics has also received attention from the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA) who expressed interest in featuring the facility in their...
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Bidram Receives NSF CAREER Award for Enhancing Power Grid Resilience
Ali Bidram, an assistant professor at the University of New Mexico School of Engineering, has been awarded a National Science Foundation (NSF) CAREER Award for his project aimed at improving power grids' resilience to modern conditions. The project, titled “Stochastic Optimization and Physics-informed Machine Learning for Scalable and Intelligent Adaptive Protection of Power Systems,” will span five years with a budget of $517,000.Bidram emphasized the significance of the project, stating, "The project will bring transformative change by designing intelligent and adaptive...
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Building Indigenous, sovereign data at UNM
New Mexico is home to many thriving Indigenous communities, yet due to outdated information and data, the real stories of those communities are not being told. A transformative initiative started by a team at The University of New Mexico wants to help change that by making sure the information about Indigenous communities is coming from the community itself.The Tribal Data Champions (TDC) Fellowship is a yearlong training for Indigenous people in New Mexico interested in increasing their skills and knowledge in data, evaluation, and research. The TDC helps to build...
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UNM Physical Education Students Awarded Major of the Year at National Conference
UNM Physical Education students Elijah Star and Miguel Prieto-Ontiveros were recently honored with Major of the Year awards at the Society of Health and Physical Educators (SHAPE) 138th National Convention & Expo in Cleveland, Ohio. The awards recognize outstanding undergraduate students in the health, physical education, recreation, and dance professions.According to College of Education and Human Sciences (COEHS) Physical Education Professor Victoria Shiver, the Major of the Year award is "the highest honor an undergraduate student in physical education teacher...
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UNM Team Receives $600,000 DoD Grant for Research Infrastructure
The University of New Mexico has been selected as a recipient of a $600,000 grant from the Department of Defense's Defense Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (DEPSCoR). The grant is part of a total of $17.6 million awarded to 27 academic teams to enhance basic research infrastructure in underutilized states and territories.Leading the UNM team is Mubarak Hussain Syed, assistant professor of Biology, and head of the Syed Neural Diversity Lab, with collaboration from Francesco Sorrentino, a professor in the UNM Department of Mechanical Engineering....
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UNM alumna earns award at Met Opera Competition
Lydia Grindatto expressed her excitement and disbelief after winning the Fernand Lamesch Award at the Metropolitan Opera Eric and Dominique Laffont Competition. Grindatto, an alumna of The University of New Mexico, shared, “It feels a little bit surreal because this competition was something that I’d always heard about in school and as I was going through training. It’s such a big deal and so I never assumed that I would go on to be in the finals, much less win. It just feels so surreal and very exciting.”Grindatto's journey to success was not without challenges. She...
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CASAA Professor's Research Reveals Link Between Sports Betting and Binge Drinking
UNM Professor Joshua Grubbs' research on the connection between sports betting and binge drinking has been published in the prestigious journal JAMA Network Open. Grubbs' study, funded by the International Center for Responsible Gaming, analyzed data from over 4,000 adults across the U.S. to investigate the relationship between sports wagering and alcohol misuse.Grubbs emphasized the significance of his findings, stating, "The sports gamblers, just by the fact that they are sports gamblers, are substantially more likely to be reporting high levels of binge drinking." He...