New Mexico State University (NMSU) has recognized two professionals from its Human Resource Services department for their outstanding contributions. Gena Jones, Assistant Vice President for Human Resource Services, received the HR Excellence Award, while Patrick Madrid, an NMSU graduate, received the Student Merit Award. The awards were presented at the Southern New Mexico Society for Human Resource Management Employment Law Update Conference.
The Southern New Mexico Society for Human Resource Management is an organization that represents HR professionals in southern New Mexico and provides support, professional development, and networking opportunities.
Jones, who has a background of over three decades in human resources, has spent six years with NMSU. She was honored with the HR Excellence Award, which recognizes exceptional achievements in the field of human resource management, with a focus on strong leadership and meaningful contributions to workforce development. In an official press release by NMSU, Jones expressed her pride and gratitude for receiving such a prestigious award and emphasized the importance of creating an excellent workplace that prioritizes the welfare of both staff and students.
Madrid, a graduate of NMSU with a bachelor's degree in business management specializing in human resource management, received the Student Merit Award. This award is presented to an NMSU student who has excelled academically and shown dedication to a career in human resources. Madrid also served as the president of NMSU's Society for Human Resource Management chapter for the 2022-2023 term. In a press release by NMSU, Madrid expressed his appreciation for the award, highlighting the opportunities provided by NMSU and encouraging current students to pursue their dreams.
These awards showcase NMSU's commitment to providing students and employees with opportunities for success in the field of human resources. The university's classes and professors are lauded for their excellence, and the recognition received by Jones and Madrid further demonstrates the quality of NMSU's human resource programs.
Overall, NMSU's Human Resource Services professionals continue to make significant contributions to the field, and their achievements are celebrated within the university and the wider community.