It all started with Dan and Katherine Burrell’s idea. The local entrepreneurial couple wanted to help our state’s economy and the general welfare of the community by encouraging New Mexico’s most talented young to graduate, attend a flagship university,...
The University of New Mexico has announced that an internal committee with assistance from a search firm will lead the effort to name a new Director of Intercollegiate Athletics for UNM. The position will seek a replacement for Paul Krebs, who is...
This week on New Mexico in Focus, correspondent Megan Kamerick leads a conversation about the challenges of addressing addiction alongside other mental health needs. This is the final installment in NMIF’s series this month on behavioral health services...
The University of New Mexico’s Art Museum hosts “Photo Fridays,” a series of short 30-minute talks on select Fridays throughout the summer. “Photo Fridays” will give viewers an intimate glimpse inside of the Museum’s collection. The talks, which are...
About 30 local high school students visited The University of New Mexico School of Engineering on a recent Saturday to work with faculty and graduate students to learn how to build low-cost sensors, then put them to the test measuring the natural...
The New Mexico Supreme Court recently took final steps to ensure that the state has a safe, fair and effective bail and pretrial detention system. The reforms permit detention without bail of clearly dangerous individuals accused of a crime and ensure...
Gov. Susana Martinez recently appointed Alex O. Romero to the Board of Regents at The University of New Mexico. He brings nearly a decade of higher education experience and a passion for opening educational and economic opportunities for New Mexico’s...
A Community & Regional Planning (CRP) assistant professor at The University of New Mexico’s School of Architecture & Planning is helping to build his student’s resumes’, while expanding awareness of The University. Moises Gonzales recently traveled to...
After a competitive nationwide search, Gregory Lanier has been named the new dean of The University of New Mexico Honors College. The announcement was made by UNM President Chaouki Abdallah and Provost Craig White. The appointment is effective July...
For many students at universities across the country, the prospect of diving into a college level mathematics course is downright terrifying. But, thanks to a program at The University of New Mexico, hundreds of undergraduates every year are tackling these fears head-on and even learning to enjoy a subject they may never have thought they would.
The University of New Mexico Formula SAE team has nearly two decades of design, build and racing experience under its belt. Under the direction of John Russell, professor of mechanical engineering, the team has grown and evolved, and also has had some great results, including being ranked as high as fifth best out of 125 in the United States and 18th best out of 500 in the world.
After a competitive nationwide search, Gregory Lanier has been named the new dean of The University of New Mexico Honors College. The announcement was made by UNM President Chaouki Abdallah and Provost Craig White. The appointment is effective July...
A Community & Regional Planning (CRP) assistant professor at The University of New Mexico’s School of Architecture & Planning is helping to build his student’s resumes’, while expanding awareness of The University. Moises Gonzales recently traveled to...
Smith Plaza has been described as the heart of the University of New Mexico (UNM) campus despite it being an area where campus-goers mostly just traverse without stopping. The UNM Board of Regents approved the $3 million renovation project that will...
The University of New Mexico Board of Regents has unanimously approved a nearly $3 billion FY 2017-18 consolidated budget for main campus, the health science center and the branch campuses. The total $834 million operating and capital budget plan for...
Not many people can say they’ve been up close and personal with Ellen DeGeneres. But University of New Mexico alumna Sonya Romero can. DeGeneres invited the kindergarten teacher, known for her “big heart,” to the show after hearing about her work with...
Gov. Susana Martinez recently appointed Alex O. Romero to the Board of Regents at The University of New Mexico. He brings nearly a decade of higher education experience and a passion for opening educational and economic opportunities for New Mexico’s...
First National Bank of Santa Fe is the oldest financial institution in the Southwest; and now it’s continuing its legacy of service by gifting its archival collection to The University of New Mexico.
The New Mexico Supreme Court recently took final steps to ensure that the state has a safe, fair and effective bail and pretrial detention system. The reforms permit detention without bail of clearly dangerous individuals accused of a crime and ensure...
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Nancy López is an associate professor of sociology at the University of New Mexico López directs and co-founded the Institute for the Study of “Race” and Social Justice, RWJF Center for Health Policy, which is in the process of creating a ...
The UNM community came together to honor Karen Abraham, the longtime director of the UNM Alumni Association. The Karen A. Abraham Courtyard was dedicated as a place to honor her legacy and encourage generations of Lobos to leave their own.
Every week, new Lobos are getting to know the campus through New Student Orientation. Part of the process is checking out all different ways to get involved at the Discover Fair.
Classes and finals are done, now it's time for summer adventures! Be sure to post pictures of your experiences on Instagram and tag @thelobolife so other lobos can follow along.
As students cram for last minute finals, the finishing touches are being put in place for the UNM Graduation Commencement ceremonies at The Pit on Saturday.
UNM students celebrated May 4 with Wookie Cookies, Star Wars crafts, a photo booth and members of the 501 Legion Garrison of Star Wars characters. May the fourth be with you!
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