News from November 2023
Los Alamos Lab 2023 medal winners
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 15, 2023
Los Alamos National Laboratory announced the recipients of its most esteemed medals in Community Relations, Operations, and Global Security for the year 2023. This group of winners is being recognized for their contributions to the laboratory's mission and impact in these areas.
Green certifications awarded to two labs at Los Alamos
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 15, 2023
Los Alamos National Laboratory announced that the Chain Lab in Genomics and Bioanalytics and the Center for Integrated Nanotechnologies (CINT) have been acknowledged for their commitment to sustainability. The recognition comes as a result of the two labs' participation in the "Green Lab" certification process offered by My Green Lab on Nov 15th.
NMSU's Korean exchange program to address global challenges
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 15, 2023
New Mexico State University (NMSU) recently announced that students from Seoul's Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU) are scheduled to arrive in Las Cruces for collaborative projects with NMSU students. These interdisciplinary teams of four will work closely with professors and sustainability communication experts from SKKU and NMSU's Journalism and Media Studies and Creative Media Institute to produce videos addressing global issues, fostering international collaboration.
UNM WRC introduces 'Nurture And Thrive' fund in memory of late student
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 15, 2023
The University of New Mexico announced the launch of the Nurture and Thrive (NAT) Fund for late student Natalie Jude through its Women's Resource Center (WRC). The fund aims to offer unwavering support and emergency financial assistance to student survivors facing intimate partner violence, student assault, gender-based harassment, and stalking on Nov 15th.
Community and courage celebrated at the 2023 New Mexico Heroes Banquet
By New Mexico Sun Reports | Nov 15, 2023
The New Mexico Business Coalition's (NMBC) 2023 Heroes Banquet, held recently in Albuquerque, celebrated local heroes who have made significant contributions to their communities across New Mexico.
City of Santa Fe Planning Commission met Sept. 7
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 15, 2023
City of Santa Fe Planning Commission met Thursday, Sept. 7
City of Santa Fe Solid Waste Management Authority Joint Powers Board met Oct. 19
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 15, 2023
City of Santa Fe Solid Waste Management Authority Joint Powers Board met Thursday, Oct. 19
Los Alamos National Laboratory unveils system to advance open-source, scalable systems management
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 14, 2023
Los Alamos National Laboratory announced the Open, Composable, Heterogeneous, Adaptable, Management Infrastructure (OCHAMI) to enhance support for various applications and workflows. The objective of OCHAMI is to establish a collaborative community where members collectively contribute to the framework's architectural direction, allowing individual high-performance computing (HPC) sites to address specific challenges and share resulting solutions within the community, according to a press release by Los Alamos National Laboratory.
University of New Mexico named among top 20 best colleges for Veterans
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 14, 2023
The University of New Mexico (UNM) was recently ranked the 15th Best for Vets College in 2023 by Military Times. The ranking was evaluated on criteria including admissions preferences, priority registration, mental health services, career counseling, academic support, VA work-study options, and financial assistance, according to a press release by UNM.
David Arkenstone to perform holiday concert in Albuquerque: ‘I set out to capture the feelings I get when winter comes around’
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 14, 2023
Grammy-nominated composer David Arkenstone is playing in Albuquerque as part of his three-state "A Winter’s Eve with David Arkenstone and Friends" concert tour. According to Arkenstone, at this concert he will try to create meaningful memories of winter with the audience.
City of Santa Fe Mayor's Committee on Disability met Sept. 6
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 14, 2023
City of Santa Fe Mayor's Committee on Disability met Wednesday, Sept. 6
City of Santa Fe City-County Advisory Council on Food Policy met Oct. 19
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 14, 2023
City of Santa Fe City-County Advisory Council on Food Policy met Thursday, Oct. 19
NM Department of Workforce Solutions observes the 9th annual National Apprenticeship Week
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 13, 2023
The New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions (NMDWS) is observing National Apprenticeship Week from Nov. 13 to 19, 2023. During this week, the NMDWS aims to showcase the benefits of Registered Apprenticeship as a robust and industry-driven training approach, addressing workforce and education challenges, as well as promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace, according to a press release by NMDSW.
UNM among top 20 best colleges for Veterans
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 13, 2023
The University of New Mexico (UNM) announced it has been named the 15th Best for Vets College in 2023 by Military Times. The rank was evaluated depending on offerings including admissions preferences, priority registration, mental health services, career counseling, academic support, VA work-study options, and financial assistance, according to a press release by UNM.
UNM Anthropology Department introduces new Human Biology Undergraduate Concentration
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 13, 2023
The University of New Mexico (UNM) announced the introduction of a Human Biology Undergraduate Concentration, offered by the Anthropology Department. This program allows students to delve into various aspects of the human species, including evolutionary history, genetics, anatomy, physiology, development, and behavior, according to a press release by UNM.
Los Alamos researchers innovate AI for optimal utilization of sparse sensor data
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 13, 2023
Los Alamos National Laboratory announced a novel artificial intelligence (AI) methodology capable of reconstructing extensive datasets, like overall ocean temperature, using a limited number of field-deployable sensors through low-powered "edge" computing. This innovation, with applications spanning industry, science, and medicine, broadens the potential for effective data utilization, according to a press release by Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation to open STEM centers in Central New Mexico
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 13, 2023
The Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation (CRSF), in partnership with ExxonMobil, is launching two new STEM centers at public elementary schools in central New Mexico. The first opening, at El Rito Elementary School, will be held from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Nov. 14; the second opening at Marie Hughes Elementary School in Albuquerque, will be held from 1:15 to 3 p.m. Nov. 15.
City of Santa Fe Quality of Life Committee met Oct. 18
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 13, 2023
City of Santa Fe Quality of Life Committee met Wednesday, Oct. 18
City of Santa Fe Sister Cities Committee met Oct. 18
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 13, 2023
City of Santa Fe Sister Cities Committee met Wednesday, Oct. 18
Councilor Grout on temporary barriers: 'It takes all of us working together to keep our City clean and safe, and I’ll never give up!'
By Paige Wagenknecht | Nov 12, 2023
Two cement, jersey barriers have been constructed near the corner of Tramway and Central to prevent cars from parking and selling drugs to occupants, according to District 9 City Councilor Renee Grout.