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December is turning out to be a season of new beginnings for Clarissa Pitts. Not only will she be graduating from The University of New Mexico with a bachelor’s degree in nursing, she’s also just accepted a position as a charge nurse in urology, vascular...

The UNM Undergraduate Pipeline Network (UPN), a program which allows students to explore their interests in research and health sciences, is seeking applications for the upcoming summer. The research project provides students with essential skills needed...

Each year, the Native Health Initiative (NHI) holds a Gratitude Run to support the Indigenous community; and this year’s run is being held on Nov. 25. NHI was created in 2005 as a partnership between Indigenous communities and health profession...

Artist and Lobo Mallery Quetawki’s work is being featured on Google’s interactive Doodle in honor of American Indian Heritage Month. The interactive Doodle allows participants to use their mouse or trackpad to try their hand at the art of...

President Joe Biden recently nominated five individuals to fill key roles within his administration – including one Lobo. Robert Otto Valdez is the new nominee for Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation (ASPE). The ASPE works as an advisor to...

The University of New Mexico is once again offering free flu shots in an effort to promote health and wellness this flu season.  Shots will be provided at a variety of drive-thru clinics in Albuquerque and Rio Rancho for anyone 6 months or older. The...

The University of New Mexico hosts its annual Safety Week, including some in-person events, from Sept. 21 – 24, 2021. UNM’s Safety Week is a collaboration between UNM Police, the Office of Compliance, Ethics and Equal Opportunity (CEEO), and a variety...

The University of New Mexico was ranked No. 196 in the Best National Universities in the 2022 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges Rankings released today. The ranking includes more than 390 surveyed institutions and marks the second year in a row UNM...

Laughter. Joy. Culture. Family. These are the hallmarks of the Running Medicine program, a program of the Native Health Initiative (NHI) that has received support from UNM’s HSC Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and UNM’s Department of Family...

The University of New Mexico recently announced the promotion and honor of 10 faculty to the rank of Distinguished Professor. They include Lisa Broidy, Alexander Buium, Joseph Cook, Laura Crossey, Jeremy Edwards, Fernando Garzon, Kerry Howe, Mary Ann...