After moving to New Mexico from Puerto Rico, Vazquez came to The University of New Mexico in 2010 to join the Army ROTC program. He is now a two-time alumnus, with a bachelors in University Studies and a master’s in Public Administration (MPA) and is...
As a part of The University of New Mexico’s efforts to broaden and deepen efforts to prevent sexual misconduct on and around campus, UNM will be hosting a regional discussion with the Department of the Navy titled “A Regional Discussion on Sexual Assault...
Eighteen men and woman who served in the United States Armed Forces were recognized at a special graduation ceremony. The UNM Veteran and Military Resource Center (VMRC) held its Fall 2019 Graduation, celebrating student veteran graduates and their...
Veterans and their families were honored Monday during a Veterans Day Celebration and Remembrance ceremony inside The University of New Mexico Alumni Memorial Chapel. Guest speaker and retired Lt. Col. Michael Tachias, who spent 34 years serving in the...
Candy, toiletries, a note of thanks – these items that may seem small, could make a big impact in the life of a United States Armed Forces member. “The whole point of Operation Gratitude is to thank those who serve us 24/7 and are willing to put their...
The University of New Mexico has a long tradition of honoring its Veterans and military service members. This year, on the observed date, Friday, Nov. 10, there will be two events to mark the University’s appreciation of Veterans and their...
Researchers at The University of New Mexico examined the effects of consuming cannabis on nausea symptoms from five minutes to one-hour post-cannabis consumption and showed that using Cannabis results in an average symptom improvement of nearly 4 points...
A forum to address constituent safety concerns at the University of New Mexico is scheduled for Monday, Aug. 8 at 2 p.m. via Zoom, with members of the University of New Mexico Police Department (UNMPD), Albuquerque Police Department (APD), Federal Bureau...
The Spanish arrived from Europe in what would eventually become the United States nearly 500 years ago and began to mix with indigenous people they met and conquered. Native Americans, Mexicans, Central Americans, South Americans, Caribbean islands, and...
Construction work to transform a highly visible address bounding UNM’s main campus, the northwest corner of Central Ave. and Girard Blvd., will begin construction on Monday July 25. “The Central/Girard intersection is a visual gateway to campus,...
Incoming high school seniors are being given an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in scientific methods thanks to a new program at UNM funded by the National Science Foundation. Led by Associate Professor, Terefe Habteyes in the Department of...
This summer, middle and high school students from around New Mexico took part in a unique field trip to pique their interest in engineering and science fields, thanks to a partnership between The University of New Mexico School of Engineering and the...
Many people understand the environment as a force of nature that cannot favor or disfavor different populations. However, similar to all things on Earth, the environment is subject to human influences. Unfortunately, these influences often tend to lower...
Although my mother wasn’t a curandera — or traditional healer — she should have been one. Growing up on a rural farm away from populated areas made healthcare harder to come by. “Don’t you dare get sick,” she would say to me and my siblings. “And if you...
“The Hispanic culture is rich in tradition. That’s what makes us unique – New Mexico is a perfect example of that.” The University of New Mexico Vice President for Student Affairs Eliseo "Cheo" Torres said it best, pointing to the array of traditions...
The University of New Mexico celebrated the graduating Classes of 2020 and 2021 inside University Arena, The Pit for the first time in two years due to the pandemic. Congratulations to one and all!!
