For the Record

“I very carefully and thoroughly reviewed the record in this case as this is a very serious matter.  After doing so, I concluded that termination of Dr. Valencia’s probationary contract was warranted. I have notified Dr. Valencia of my decision, and I...

“Having the UNM Lobos considered in the expansion of the Big 12 Conference has given us the opportunity to showcase our Athletics Program, UNM, Albuquerque and New Mexico. This process has allowed us to reflect the pride we have in our successes and the...

The University of New Mexico today has received new information that has led to an emergency suspension of Cristobal Valencia, assistant professor in the department of anthropology. Effective immediately, Valencia is suspended from all academic duties...

Following recent media reports about a university investigation into claims of sexual harassment in Anthropology department, new information has surfaced that we feel must be considered. In light of these additional reports, we will thoroughly review the...

Individuals found to discriminate or harass are disciplined according to UNM’s policy. OEO’s role is to review and make findings regarding alleged civil rights violations; and then administrators and supervisors must determine what discipline and...

The University of New Mexico mourns the unspeakable loss of so many lives in Orlando.  The LGBTQ community — long oppressed and subject to violence — is marked by exemplary love, strength and resiliency. Our hearts go out to the victims and their...

The Interfraternity Council confirms that allegations of sexual assault against the Sigma Chi Fraternity were brought before the Council meeting on Monday, April 25. The Council voted to convene the IFC Chapter Support Commission which is responsible ...

The Gathering of Nations has a long history of holding events at WisePies Arena, a.k.a. The Pit with support from UNM, but next year UNM has decided not to play host to the event.  UNM Executive Vice President David Harris sent a letter to the Derek...

"Together as the Undergraduate and Graduate student body presidents, it is our collective responsibility to steward the interests of all students at UNM. While we will always fight to protect the affordability of UNM for the sake of serving our ...

The University of New Mexico Board of Regents approved changes, with one exception, to several policies pertaining to the governance of the Health Sciences Center. The motion, introduced by newly-elected Board Vice President Marron Lee, stated the...