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Macaiah Shendo, a student in The University of New Mexico College of Population Health (COPH), is pioneering a new field of brain health care for Indigenous peoples in New Mexico. But if you ask him, he’s no trailblazer. He believes he’s simply doing...

If you’ve spent any time in the McKinnon Center for Management on The University of New Mexico’s central campus, chances are you have crossed paths with Solomon Gbara. He is a constant presence in the second-floor open study area. It’s his favorite place...

Malia Dumlao’s college experience took an unexpected turn, leading her from the track & field all the way to the sidelines of an NFL stadium. She is living proof that nothing is out of reach — if you’re willing to try.

Dava Manes is living proof that it’s never too late to rewrite your story for yourself, your family, and every future student who has ever wondered whether they waited too long to earn a college degree. Making her an inspiration to everyone she...

“My perspective on UNM has definitely changed throughout my time here and has become more and more positive each year.” While Taya Perales calls Albuquerque home, she has also found a new one at The University of New Mexico. Originally drawn to the...

An ancient Greek philosopher once said, “The only constant in life is change.” Guillermo Caraveo knows this as well as anyone. He has become highly adept at pivoting through the many detours life has given him.  This fall semester, Caraveo will graduate...

“I have always cared about my education.” Growing up in the Oak Cliff neighborhood of Dallas, Araceli Ramirez knew early on that college would be part of her future. By middle school, she was already telling her strong, independent mother that she...

For Mark Freeland, graduating with his bachelor's degree is a lifelong dream he will soon realize. In just two years, he earned a Bachelor of Arts in liberal arts, two minors in communication and political science and a certificate in honors...

Manali Girish Narkhede is driven by a passion for creativity and innovation. Born in India, she grew up watching her father work as an electrical engineer for the state government and was raised with the values of integrity, humility and service. From a...

What do a poet, a lawyer, and a kid from New Jersey have in common? More than you’d think—and for Edward Hakim Bellamy, it all starts with how you tell a story. Born in Philadelphia and raised in South Jersey, Bellamy grew up a passionate Eagles fan and...