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By New Mexico Sun | Aug 2, 2024
David B. Martinez, Kelly Stout Sanchez, and Julio C. Romero, partners at Martinez, Hart, Sanchez & Romero P.C., have contributed $2.5 million to the University of New Mexico School of Law.

By New Mexico Sun | Aug 1, 2024
The New Mexico State University Board of Regents will hold an online closed meeting at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 7.

By New Mexico Sun | Aug 1, 2024
The Environmental Health Department has announced a public hearing regarding the proposed Regulation 2024 Rules of the City of Albuquerque Food Service and Retail Ordinance. The purpose of this regulation is to enhance food safety requirements, equipment standards, and procedures related to the condemnation of food and equipment.

By New Mexico Sun | Aug 1, 2024
National Night Out, the annual event that promotes drug and crime prevention, strengthens community relations, and encourages neighborhood camaraderie, will be held Tuesday, Aug. 6, in downtown Las Cruces.

By New Mexico Sun | Aug 1, 2024
Today, the U.S. Department of Education’s 2024 Title IX Regulations went into effect, prompting updates to the University Policy and Procedures Manual.

By New Mexico Sun | Aug 1, 2024
New Mexico State 4-H has announced the selection and election of five officers and five ambassadors, aged 14 to 18, for the 2024-25 4-H Leadership Team. The new leaders were chosen at the annual State 4-H Conference held in Las Cruces in July.

By New Mexico Sun | Aug 1, 2024
Construction is underway at Barelas Park to complete the final elements of Phase 1 renovations. This work includes finishing a west parking lot, irrigation, and additional landscaping. The parking lot will feature new access onto 8th Street and necessitates a slight relocation of the existing bus shelter.

By New Mexico Sun | Aug 1, 2024
New Mexico Historic Sites has announced the annual Pueblo Independence Day celebration at Jemez Historic Site. This event honors the anniversary of the Pueblo Revolt.

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jul 31, 2024
City of Albuquerque Intergovernmental Legislative Relations Committee will meet at 3 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 7

By New Mexico Sun | Jul 31, 2024
When Vladimir Avina joined the New Mexico State University College of Engineering as a student intern in 2019, he was given responsibility for a nearly non-existent online media program. Now, a senior media specialist, Avina’s work has been awarded four Telly Awards, a global competition honoring “the best work in the video medium in an exciting new era of the moving image on and offline.”

By New Mexico Sun | Jul 31, 2024
Ixchel Valentino, a second-year nuclear engineering student at The University of New Mexico, is competing on season 16 of NBC’s American Ninja Warrior. While she cannot disclose her progress in the competition, her next appearance is scheduled to air on Monday, August 12 on NBC and the following day on Peacock.

By New Mexico Sun | Jul 31, 2024
The University of New Mexico (UNM) has announced the promotion of nine faculty members to the rank of Distinguished Professor, including three from UNM Health Sciences. This prestigious title is awarded to faculty who have demonstrated outstanding achievements and are recognized as nationally and internationally renowned scholars. It is the highest academic honor bestowed by UNM.

By New Mexico Sun | Jul 31, 2024
New Mexico State University sits approximately 40 miles from the United States border, one crossing point located in El Paso, Texas, where migrants travel from around the world after extensive journeys in pursuit of a new life. NMSU students and students all around the country have the opportunity to conduct firsthand research on immigration policy and understand migrant experiences with the National Science Foundation Research Experience for Undergraduates program.

By New Mexico Sun | Jul 31, 2024
A contractor for the Santa Fe County Public Works Department is set to begin roadwork on four county roads this summer: CR-45 Bonanza Creek Rd., Fin Del Sendero, Camino De Jacobo, and Camino Lisa. These projects span all five Commission Districts.

By New Mexico Sun | Jul 31, 2024
The University of New Mexico Hospital has been awarded the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® - Stroke: GoldPlus quality achievement award. This recognition highlights the hospital's commitment to providing stroke patients with appropriate treatment, ultimately saving lives and reducing disability according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines.

By New Mexico Sun | Jul 31, 2024
The University of New Mexico Sandoval Regional Medical Center (SRMC) has been named the third most beautiful hospital in the United States, according to a nationwide contest sponsored by Soliant. The “Top 20 Most Beautiful Hospitals in the U.S.” contest recognizes hospitals for their campus development, facilities, staff, and creation of holistic and healing environments.

By New Mexico Sun | Jul 31, 2024
The College of University Libraries and Learning Sciences (CULLS) has announced the promotion and tenure of six faculty members this year. Alyssa Russo, Stephanie Moore, and Amir Hedayati have received tenure and were promoted to associate professor, while Vanessa Svihla, Lori Townsend, and Audra Bellmore have been promoted to full professor.

By New Mexico Sun | Jul 30, 2024
New Mexico State University joined a group of colleges and universities from across the country for the Hazing Prevention Consortium’s annual summit hosted at the University of Maine in June.

By New Mexico Sun | Jul 30, 2024
The University of New Mexico-Gallup completed the demolition of Lions Hall in July, but the legacy of the branch campus’ first official building will live on.

By New Mexico Sun | Jul 30, 2024
Wildlife wonders from half a world away are now closer to home as the first part of the ABQ BioPark’s new Australian experience opened today at the Zoo.