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An interdepartmental faculty group at The University of New Mexico is bringing the rich culture and history of Ireland to campus. They are planning several new events and programs about Ireland for the campus community and the public. Mary Power Lecture...

From a young age, Aleja Allen loved the idea of Ireland, and says something about the small, green island enchanted her. Jenni Scanlan says the country captured her attention when she travelled there with the UNM Irish Studies group and realized the...

The developing Irish Studies initiative at the University of New Mexico was recently highlighted by the Consulate of Ireland for the U.S. Southwest. “Thank you to all of our communities for making this year’s Tourism Ireland’s Global Greening campaign a...

Georgia O-Keefe and Billy The Kid are icons frequently associated with the southwest – but not typically known for their connection to the Emerald Isle. Now the strong links between Irish Americans, their homeland, and the southwestern U.S. are the focus...