UNM Proud

If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again, according to the old bromide. Richard Goke’s first attempt at attending The University of New Mexico didn’t work out and he ended up dropping out. But he came back, successfully completed his studies, will...

This year’s "Greening of the U" takes place Tuesday, March 10, and everyone with an Irish heart in Albuquerque is invited to participate. The Greening will see the traditionally red-illuminated sculpture outside Hodgin Hall emblazoned in glorious green...

Valerie Flores is a teacher in Texas; she’s also a proud alumna of The University of New Mexico and for the last six years she’s made it known on national TV during each college football season. “I need them to know I’m a New Mexican, I’m not a Texan,”...

The University of New Mexico's Africana Studies program is marking its 50th anniversary with a line-up of events, starting with a Black History Month Kickoff Brunch featuring well-known journalist Roland Martin. The event is set for Saturday, Jan....

Two University of New Mexico alumni are among the 59 artists who have been selected to show their work in the State of the Art 2020 exhibit at the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art and its satellite The Momentary in Bentonville, Ark. Frank Blazquez...

Everyday she leads the Dallas Cowboys' social media platforms and strategies; but most recently Taylor Stern, 27, was recognized for her innovation in the sports industry and featured on Forbes' 30 Under 30 list. "To be honest, it still feels pretty...

Two brothers – and graduates of The University of New Mexico's Anderson School of Management – are hoping their business plans will re-energize a portion of Nob Hill and entice university students to shop, stroll and study in the neighborhood. Jacob and...

Since its successful launch of UNM’s branding initiative in 2015, the University Communication and Marketing (UCAM) department has continued implementing ways to expand UNM’s positive image across the state, nation and world. The latest brand touchpoint...

Kelly, Steve, Seth, Jalila and Max Brewer are self-admitted ‘book people’ and they are on a mission to provide Nob Hill with a place for other bibliophiles to gather, create, enjoy and connect. Three of the five Brewers are proud UNM Alumni and when they...

Riley Del Rey will be the first in her family to graduate from college. She used her time at UNM to complete a degree in philosophy; and also to become secure in who she is as a transgender woman. She says UNM staff and faculty taught her the deep...