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Heather Edgar, forensic anthropologist at The University of New Mexico Office of Medical Investigator (OMI) and professor of Anthropology, has been awarded a grant from the National Institute of Justice, according to a department press release....

U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-NM) visited the Office of Medical Investigator (OMI) at The University of New Mexico last week to see the work being done by forensic anthropologist Heather Edgar and her team to improve the identification of Native American...

Staff and volunteers made big plans to roll out a celebration for Agora Crisis Center’s 50 anniversary, but everything, other than a commitment to serve others, came to a halt as the COVID-19 pandemic swept through the nation. “It’s a huge milestone and...

Beginning Thursday, April 9, The University of New Mexico will restrict access to its Albuquerque campus pursuant to Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s Public Health Orders. The coronavirus pandemic has presented a variety of challenges to public...

Dead men tell no tales, the saying goes. But a new database at UNM will allow researchers and others to gather a wealth of information from deceased men, women, and children. Construction of the New Mexico Decedent Image Database  is complete and the...

“It takes sacrifice to create change.” That’s the message left with the more than 600 people who gathered Monday night inside The University of New Mexico’s SUB Ballrooms to hear from Olympic and World Cup Champion, Hope Solo. Solo, 38, visited UNM as...

People die. All the time. From many causes, including old age, disease, accidents, murder. But researchers can learn from these deaths. Heather Edgar, forensic anthropologist at The University of New Mexico Office of Medical Investigator (OMI) and...

New Mexico racing legend Bobby Unser is attributed with saying that “Success is where preparation and opportunity meet.” This maxim aptly captures the administrative strength of David W. Harris. After nearly 14 years at the helm of The University of New...

The University of California (UC) unveiled the University Climate Change Coalition, or UC3, a bold new coalition of 13 leading North American research universities that will prototype a collaborative model designed to help local communities achieve their...

Roone and Alissa McKaig share more than a love for aviation, they share a home, a deep commitment to the U.S. Army and a special connection to The University of New Mexico. I recently met the unique couple who works day in and day out to support our...