News from October 2024


Latiné American Law Student Association announces name change reflecting inclusivity

Latiné American Law Student Association announces name change reflecting inclusivity

The Latiné American Law Student Association (LALSA), previously known as the Mexican American Law Student Association (MALSA), has announced a name change to better represent its diverse membership.


Trump rally preparations proceed as planned in Albuquerque

Trump rally preparations proceed as planned in Albuquerque

Today, the Republican Party of New Mexico Chairman Steve Pearce announced that preparations for President Trump's rally in Albuquerque are proceeding as planned.


UNM School of Law hosts annual Diner en Rouge homecoming event

UNM School of Law hosts annual Diner en Rouge homecoming event

On September 18, 2024, the School of Law collaborated with the UNM Alumni Association to organize the annual UNM homecoming event, Diner en Rouge.


Netflix hosts Albuquerque chamber board at expanded studio

Netflix hosts Albuquerque chamber board at expanded studio

Netflix recently hosted the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce (GACC) Board of Directors at its Mesa del Sol campus.


School of Law honors top students with awards for professionalism and academic achievement

School of Law honors top students with awards for professionalism and academic achievement

The School of Law has announced the recipients of two prestigious awards for its third-year students.


School of Law honors alumnus John Echohawk at convocation event

School of Law honors alumnus John Echohawk at convocation event

On October 16, 2024, the School of Law and the Law and Indigenous Peoples Program hosted the Gathering of Communities and Nations Convocation.


UNM honors distinguished legal professionals at annual awards dinner

UNM honors distinguished legal professionals at annual awards dinner

The University of New Mexico (UNM) School of Law and its Alumni/ae Association Board recently hosted the 2024 Distinguished Achievement Awards Dinner on October 18, 2024.


Utton Transboundary Resources Center marks quarter-century milestone

Utton Transboundary Resources Center marks quarter-century milestone

Friends and colleagues of the late Professor Albert E. Utton gathered at the University of New Mexico's School of Law on September 19, 2024, to mark the 25th anniversary of the Utton Transboundary Resources Center.


Albuquerque community organizer sues city over alleged retaliation

Albuquerque community organizer sues city over alleged retaliation

Community organizer Justin Allen has filed a lawsuit against the City of Albuquerque, alleging retaliation after he stood up for the rights of unhoused individuals.


Marshall-Brennan project hosts Constitution Day for New Mexico high schoolers

Marshall-Brennan project hosts Constitution Day for New Mexico high schoolers

The Marshall-Brennan Constitutional Literacy Project recently held a Constitution Day celebration on September 27, 2024.


State Rep. Townsend: Parking ban on Trump rally 'is sheer, naked, bitter partisanship'

State Rep. Townsend: Parking ban on Trump rally 'is sheer, naked, bitter partisanship'

New Mexico State Rep. Jim Townsend (R-54) said the decision from New Mexico Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard to not allow guests of a rally for President Donald Trump to use the assigned parking lot is an act of "sheer, naked, bitter partisanship."


GACC releases 2024-2025 action plan outlining key priorities

GACC releases 2024-2025 action plan outlining key priorities

The German American Chamber of Commerce (GACC) has released its Plan of Action for 2024-2025, now available online.


GOP rallies support in New Mexico ahead of Trump's visit

GOP rallies support in New Mexico ahead of Trump's visit

New Mexico Republicans are gaining momentum as Election Day nears, with anticipation building for President Donald J. Trump's upcoming rally in the state.


Trump's upcoming rally highlights New Mexico's new battleground status

Trump's upcoming rally highlights New Mexico's new battleground status

President Donald J. Trump is set to visit Albuquerque, New Mexico, for a campaign rally on Thursday, October 31st.


Concerns raised over increased voter registration invitations in New Mexico

Concerns raised over increased voter registration invitations in New Mexico

Over the past month, New Mexico's Secretary of State’s office has dispatched over 105,000 voter registration invitations to residents across the state.


Governor seeks federal aid after severe flooding in Chaves County

Governor seeks federal aid after severe flooding in Chaves County

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has officially requested a major disaster declaration from President Biden due to the recent flooding in Roswell and Chaves County.


BOEM seeks public input on Oregon offshore wind energy proposal

BOEM seeks public input on Oregon offshore wind energy proposal

The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) has announced the release of a draft Environmental Assessment (EA) for public comment.


Protesters march against Los Alamos lab transmission line approval

Protesters march against Los Alamos lab transmission line approval

Earthkeepers 360 organized a Caja del Rio Peace and Prayer Pilgrimage in Santa Fe on Friday, October 25.


City of Santa Fe Archaeological Review Committee met Oct. 24

City of Santa Fe Archaeological Review Committee met Oct. 24

City of Santa Fe Archaeological Review Committee met Thursday, Oct. 24


Union highlights differences between Harris and Trump on labor policies

Union highlights differences between Harris and Trump on labor policies

The AFL-CIO, the largest federation of labor unions in the United States, has highlighted significant differences between presidential candidates Kamala Harris and Donald Trump regarding their impact on unions.