News from April 2024
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 22, 2024
The Hunt Center for Entrepreneurship, located at New Mexico State University's Arrowhead Center, is teaming up with SunCruces Angels and the Southwest Healthcare Executives Association (SHEA) to host an event focused on "Meeting the Needs of Today's Healthcare Consumer.""This partnership not only highlights the vibrant potential of the Borderplex region, but also sets the stage for a dynamic fusion of healthcare, innovation, and investment," expressed Carlos Murguia, director of the Hunt Center for Entrepreneurship.A panel of distinguished healthcare experts, including...
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 22, 2024
SANTA FE — In light of April being national Alcohol Awareness Month, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has approved $2 million to establish the Office of Alcohol Misuse Prevention (OAMP) within the New Mexico Department of Health. The OAMP is aimed at mitigating alcohol-related harms through coordinated prevention efforts across state agencies, promoting FDA-approved treatments for alcohol use disorder, and supporting communities in reducing excessive alcohol consumption.NMHealth Secretary Patrick Allen emphasized the importance of addressing alcohol-related issues,...
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 22, 2024
Albuquerque’s annual Spring into Summer event is set to return on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at the Barelas Community Center & Park. The event aims to celebrate the arrival of warm weather and assist families in getting ready for the upcoming summer season. According to Cristin Chavez-Smith, leader of One ABQ: YouthConnect, the event is a platform for the community to enjoy the weather while learning about various youth and family programs offered across the city. Chavez-Smith emphasized the importance of providing safe spaces for children to grow and play, ensuring that...
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 22, 2024
The Civilian Police Oversight Advisory Board has issued a notice regarding a possible quorum at the upcoming Citizen Police Academy training session scheduled for April 25, 2024. The training will take place at the Albuquerque Police Academy located at 5412 2nd Street NW, Albuquerque, NM, 87107.According to the advisory board, "A quorum of the Civilian Police Oversight Advisory Board may be in attendance at the Albuquerque Police Academy, 5412 2nd Street NW, Albuquerque, NM, 87107, regarding the Citizen Police Academy." However, it was clarified that, "No board business...
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 21, 2024
UNM Political Science Associate Professor and Chair Jami Nelson-Nuñez recently published a research paper in the journal Scientific Data, analyzing the impact of government interventions on the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly focusing on Bolivia. Nelson-Nuñez and her international team of researchers investigated the cause and effect of policies and politics in Bolivia through months of data.Regarding the study, Nelson-Nuñez highlighted the unique situation in Bolivia, stating, "Bolivia is a really interesting case because they have a system that's mainly decentralized...
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 21, 2024
Undergraduate students at The University of New Mexico recently showcased their innovative projects as part of the 2024 UNM Undergraduate Water Science Communication Fellowship. This program, initiated by Anjali Mulchandani and Sydney Donohue Jobe in 2022, aims to engage undergraduates in research and promote interdisciplinary collaboration.The event, held under the UNM Grand Challenges focus area of sustainable water resources, was a part of the annual Undergraduate Research Opportunity Conference (UROC). Students from various academic backgrounds presented their...
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 21, 2024
City of Santa Fe Ethics and Campaign Review Board met Friday, April 19
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 21, 2024
City of Santa Fe Finance Committee met Monday, March 25
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 21, 2024
City of Santa Fe Solid Waste Management Authority Joint Powers Board met Thursday, April 18
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 21, 2024
City of Santa Fe Finance Committee met Thursday, April 18
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 21, 2024
City of Santa Fe Community Development Commission met Wednesday, April 17
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 21, 2024
City of Santa Fe Quality of Life Committee met Wednesday, April 17
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 21, 2024
City of Santa Fe Public Library Board met Tuesday, April 16
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 21, 2024
City of Santa Fe Public Safety Committee met Tuesday, April 16
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 21, 2024
City of Santa Fe Public Works and Utilities Committee met Monday, April 15
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 21, 2024
City of Santa Fe Children and Youth Commission met Thursday, April 11
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 21, 2024
City of Albuquerque City Council met Monday, April 15
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 19, 2024
The New Mexico Association for Bilingual Education (NMABE) has named College of Education and Human Sciences (COEHS) Associate Professor Carlos LópezLeiva as its University Bilingual Education Professor of the Year.COEHS Dean Kristopher Goodrich praised LópezLeiva, stating, "Chair LópezLeiva is a wonderful colleague and leader of his program and department. I am not surprised by his receiving this honor as I know he has a strong vision for bilingual education for UNM and New Mexico. I’m glad that his work has been recognized by his academic peers.”According to NMABE,...
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 19, 2024
The UNM Postdoc Association and Office for Postdoctoral Affairs are set to host the 2nd annual New Mexico Postdoctoral Research Symposium on April 26. The event will bring together postdoctoral scholars from across the state, showcasing their ongoing research efforts.According to the organizers, participants from national labs, academic institutions, and industry are expected to attend, continuing the tradition from the previous year. This symposium serves as a platform for individuals seeking new positions or opportunities for collaboration within the academic and...
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 19, 2024
Doña Ana County, NM - County Engineer Mo Moabed expressed his enthusiasm for the recent $2 million grant awarded to Doña Ana County by the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT). The grant aims to enhance the County's roads and transportation systems to withstand weather-related events and improve travel conditions during inclement weather.Moabed highlighted that the grant will support the development of a roads master plan, focusing on creating better connectivity within the County. He emphasized, "The new system will identify existing roads and propose new...
