The University Libraries Center for Southwest Research and Special Collections (CSWR) announces the 2022 Love in the Archives virtual exhibit. This year with the theme, “Love and Gratitude,” CSWR celebrates all of the essential workers who have helped us...
The University of New Mexico's Center for Regional Studies recently selected Aimee Villarreal to participate in its Scholar-in-Residence Program as a short-term Visiting Research Scholar for the Summer 2021 term. Villarreal received her Ph.D. in...
What is the language of love? Is there just one, or can there be many? People have expressed love in many ways throughout history – in words, song, dance, actions, pictures, politics, food and even architecture. The University Libraries Center for...
The written works of George Orwell have shaped countless lives through their commentary on social injustice, totalitarianism and oppression of the working class – now those books can be enjoyed by all Lobos at a new exhibit. “George Orwell: His...
The University of New Mexico recently appointed Portia Vescio as archivist for the Special Collections and Center for Southwest Research. It’s a return to New Mexico for her, by way of NMSU, her first job out of Graduate School. When describing her...
Back in the day, people who wanted a University of New Mexico campus tour had to call and schedule one. Now, all anyone needs is an app, easily downloaded from iTunes to an iPhone or iPad. Terry Gugliotta, UNM archivist, developed the application, ...
This year a new balloon can be spotted in the sky, 'Cherry On Top,' the official University of New Mexico hot air balloon. UNM and Rainbow Ryders, Inc. revealed the new UNM hot air balloon ahead of the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta as 'Cherry On Top' made its first public appearance on Johnson Field.
A “Tribute to Mother Earth” was created by Youn Ja to honor all grandmothers, especially Mother Earth. The shrine was dedicated on January 12, 1992, the anniversary of Ja’s own grandmother’s death in honor of Mother Earth.
This Lobo statue, located southeast of Johnson Center, was created by sculptor John Tatschl as a dedication to the 158 students and alumni of The University of New Mexico who made the supreme sacrifice for our country in World War II. The structure was placed by the fraternities and sororities of UNM.
A new gateway to The University of New Mexico was recently unveiled on the northwest corner of Central Ave. and Girard Blvd. ASUNM was awarded funds from the NM State Legislature for the project in 2020. Students, visitors and alumni are invited to take photos with the 3D UNM monogram to show their Lobo pride.
The University of New Mexico will be closed for Winter Break from Friday, Dec. 23 through Monday, Jan. 2. UNM wishes one and all a safe and happy holiday season!
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