Category: Education
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Rio Grande Cooter: Wildlife Department, experts study threatened turtle species
“Habitat loss is the primary concern, including water drawdowns, declining water levels due to drought and alterations to habitat structure.” [more…]
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‘Last Mile’ fund helps NMSU computer science students cross the finish line
For college students out of options, the Last Mile Education Fund provides a faster way to support degree completion in high-demand STEM fields. [more…]
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Hunt Center launches Stanford Ecopreneurship program application for NMSU Graduate students; Application Deadline May 4
“This type of exposure, combined with structured coaching and mentorship, helps founders move from early ideas to validated ventures.” [more…]
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White Sands: NASA Laser Terminal Enhances Views During Artemis II Mission
“Access to high-resolution imagery and other scientific data during dynamic science mission phases is a game changer.” [more…]
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State Officials Say Child Care Assistance Program Continues Amid Legal Challenge
“The child care assistance program serving New Mexico families continues.” [more…]
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Fire Academy Graduates New Class Following 16 Weeks of Training
The Fire Academy provides 640 hours of field training and classroom instruction over a span of 16 weeks. [more…]
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Gadsden ISD Board of Education Selects Nubia Tarazona as New Superintendent
“We are confident that this leadership will help guide our district forward and support the success of every student.” [more…]
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NMSU College of Business team earns second place at National Ethics Case Competition
“Our students are prepared to think critically and present professionally in high-stress environments anywhere in the world.” [more…]
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Las Cruces Public Schools Celebrates Academic Ambassadors at 2026 Academic Signing Day
Principals from each high school joined district leaders and members of the LCPS Board of Education on stage to honor the Class of 2026. [more…]
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NMSU students showcase Hormona innovation at Hult Prize West Nationals
“Competing at nationals showed me how biology and business can work together to solve real health challenges.” [more…]
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A Message From the Dean: Investing in New Mexico’s future through agricultural education
Across our college, students are studying sustainable crop and livestock management, developing water-conservation strategies, using climate-smart technology, and learning to become critical thinkers. [more…]
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New Mexico climbs national preschool rankings, new report shows
“We are proud to be a national leader in both access and investment, and the state will keep raising the bar to ensure every child in every… [more…]
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Las Cruces Public Schools Board of Education Votes Unanimously to Remove ‘Cesar Chavez’ from Elementary School
“When opening new schools or renaming existing school facilities, the Board of Education shall have an open process to select appropriate names.” [more…]
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Las Cruces School District Earns National Recognition for Excellence in Budgeting, Procurement
“These recognitions reflect our district’s commitment to responsible stewardship of public resources.” [more…]
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NMSU ROTC hosts 124th annual Presidential Pass-in-Review April 23
Cadets march in formation across Aggie Pride Field during a long-standing traditional ceremony that is rich in history and symbolism. [more…]
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Las Cruces Public Schools Highlights Impact for Lawmakers of Legislative Funding
“Legislative support plays a critical role in the success of our students.” [more…]
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NMSU professor receives NSF CAREER Award, igniting student research
Last month, New Mexico State University astronomy assistant professor Juie Shetye received a 2026 CAREER Award, demonstrating her inspirational leadership for undergraduates and empowering them… [more…]
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Discovery Scholars Program expands research opportunities for NMSU undergraduates
“The program is flexible – different disciplines are going to have different expectations, different time constraints and different requirements.” [more…]
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NMSU political science students present at national research conference
“It’s an important opportunity for our students to go to D.C. and represent New Mexico.” [more…]
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Solar Tornadoes: NMSU astronomy student wins competitive NASA grant
“Winning it in my first year and on my first attempt was honestly surreal.” [more…]
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NMSU to celebrate new center dedicated to hands-on learning with animals
“We have wanted an indoor arena for a long time, specifically for the equine program because one of the inhibiting factors of teaching with horses… [more…]
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NMSU earns national recognition in U.S. News & World Report 2026 Best Graduate Schools rankings
“The recognition of several graduate programs in the U.S. News & World Report 2026 rankings is a testament to the curricular rigor, accomplishments and dedication… [more…]
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A Practical Lesson: “Shattered Lives” Simulation Leaves Lasting Impact at Organ Mountain High School
“While it is a mock exercise, the simulation teaches teens the devastating effects of drunken or drugged driving – including the ‘deaths’ of several classmates.” [more…]
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Following Wednesday’s Special Session, Las Cruces Public Schools Still Accepting Feedback on “Cesar Chavez” School Name
Community members who wish to provide input may still do so by submitting comments via email to input@lcps.net. [more…]
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State Parks expands student transportation Grants
“The Kids in Parks program ensures that transportation costs don’t stand in the way of students experiencing outdoor learning.” [more…]
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NMSU graduate students recognized for impact across New Mexico
“New Mexico State University stands as a beacon of higher education statewide, fostering innovation, research and intellectual growth.” [more…]
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‘Shattered Lives’ Event Returns to Organ Mountain High School with Mock Crash
Following Thursday’s mock crash, students will gather in the gymnasium at OMHS on Friday to be reunited with their classmates who were chosen to exemplify the Shattered Lives… [more…]
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NMSU College of Business, Studio G collaboration strengthens entrepreneurial mindset education
Through the collaboration, Studio G facilitates six core workshops: Introduction to Entrepreneurship, Business Idea Generation, Business Modeling, Financials and Funding, Marketing and Sales, and Entrepreneurial… [more…]
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NMSU College of ACES invites public to attend open house April 25
“This is our seventh open house, where the community has the opportunity to learn more about the importance and impact of the College of ACES in New Mexico.” [more…]
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Glückwunsch Update: NMSU professor receives prestigious 2026 Humboldt Research Award
“The Humboldt Research Award is one more recognition of his international contributions to social cognition and psychological methodology.” [more…]
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NMSU names Joseph Bull provost and vice president for academic affairs
“Dr. Bull is exactly the kind of leader this moment calls for.” [more…]
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Las Cruces Board of Education to Hold Special Session on Cesar Chavez Elementary School Name April 8
The Board is seeking to better understand community sentiment and will welcome feedback from students, staff, families, and community members. [more…]
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Las Cruces Public Schools Earns National Recognition for Budget Excellence
In addition to this national recognition, the LCPS Finance Division recently received a zero-finding audit, meaning independent auditors found no material issues or deficiencies in… [more…]
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NMSU Graduate School Three Minute Thesis winner advances to regional competition
“I wanted to challenge myself to communicate my research beyond my technical community.” [more…]
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Las Cruces Public Schools Announces Semi-Finalists and Finalists for 2026 Campus Employees of the Year Awards
“Your peers have chosen you for this honor. That speaks volumes about the impact you have on our students and our community.” [more…]
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NMSU Global Campus, The Bridge of Southern New Mexico promote online learning opportunities for workforce development
“At NMSU Global Campus, our focus is on making learning accessible and relevant for today’s learners and employers.” [more…]
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High School Students Step into Workforce at “Mock It Till You Rock It”
The experience wasn’t just for practice, many students even landed internships by the end of the day. [more…]
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NMSU astronomy student’s research on coronal holes improves space weather forecasting
“These findings help us better understand the magnetic conditions that produce high-speed solar wind streams from coronal holes.” [more…]
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NASA astronaut, engineer to speak at NMSU’s 1888 Leadership Series in April
“The 1888 Leadership Initiative team is honored to welcome Jose Hernandez to New Mexico State University and the Las Cruces community” [more…]
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NMSU receives congressional funding to promote multicultural education
“These two transformative projects illustrate the powerful impacts HEST researchers are creating for the state and region.” [more…]
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Project Neo Robotics Wins Coveted Award in Texas Competition
As part of the program, students design, machine, assemble, program and drive complex, capable robots in high-energy competitions. [more…]
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NMSU Global Campus launches new microlearning course on designing for VR, Smartglasses, AI
“Embracing technologies like wearables means choosing to meet the future head-on.” [more…]
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NMSU’s ‘Big Bang Bash’ invites community to hands-on art and science experience April 2
“Fundraising events like this one foster community engagement by strengthening bonds between academia and the public and promoting shared ownership of educational goals.” [more…]
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NMSU Aggie Career Studio to host Educators’ Job Fair April 21
Attendees will have the opportunity to speak directly with hiring teams, learn about district needs and gain insight into the qualifications and experiences schools are… [more…]
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Doña Ana County Announces Opening Of 2026 Student Internship Program Registration; Apply By March 31
This year, students and businesses will register directly through the program’s centralized system, designed to simplify the application and placement process and better serve participants… [more…]
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LCPS Board of Education to Discuss Possible Name Change for Cesar Chavez Elementary School at March 24 Meeting
The meeting will take place at 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 24 at the Dr. Karen M. Trujillo Administration Complex, 505 S. Main Street in Las… [more…]
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Cyber Residency Program: Medically inspired rotation program trains, retains Sandia cyber experts
“People are generally pretty receptive and say it’s very interesting because it’s not something you learn about in a traditional educational course.” [more…]
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Space Museum Celebrates Hubble with Launch Pad Lecture April 3
“For over 35 years, the Hubble Space Telescope has transformed the way we see the cosmos—capturing breathtaking images of distant galaxies, glowing nebulae, and the… [more…]
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Teaching Tools: NMSU Library launches Loanable Technology Program to support student creativity, academic success
“We’re excited to bring this service to our students and to put a powerful collection of creative tools directly into their hands.” [more…]
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NMSU professor named fellow of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers
“The fellow grade of membership recognizes exceptional engineering achievements and contributions to the engineering profession and to ASME.” [more…]
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NMSU’s ‘Physics Fun Day’ invites families, community to enjoy hands-on activities March 27
“The ‘Physics Fun Day,’ organized by our NMSU physics students, is a great event which brings our local communities of all ages and interests together… [more…]
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Hegseth, Caine Remind Senate Youth Delegates That Rebuilding the Force Starts With People
“The most important thing you’re ever going to have in your life is people.” [more…]
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Empowering Educators: Mental Health First Aid Training in Doña Ana County
“We’re proud to collaborate with our local schools to strengthen mental health resources in our community.” [more…]
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AG Torrez Asks Court to Enforce Order Protecting School Mental Health Grants
On March 2, 2026, the Department [of Education] decided to only award grantees six months of funding instead of providing funding for the full year,… [more…]
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Wonders on Wheels Mobile Museum: New Mexico Celebrates 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with Traveling Exhibition
“The exhibition shows the proud New Mexican tradition of democracy and gives people the opportunity to express their own perspectives.” [more…]
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Scholarship: NMSU named Gilman Program 25th anniversary top-producing institution
“This experience reinforced what a blessing it is to learn about other cultures.” [more…]
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The List: NMSU named to Princeton Review’s Best Online Graduate Programs for 2026
“The College of Health, Education, and Social Transformation continues to meet the needs of New Mexico through graduate programs that are flexible, affordable and innovative,” [more…]
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Education: Las Cruces’ Sunrise Elementary Celebrates Community School Designation with Ribbon Cutting
“This is going to continue to bring resources to our students, to our families, and to our educators.” [more…]
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Four Square: New Mexico Governor signs four education bills
SB 37 builds upon years of progress in literacy instruction. [more…]
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Gadsden ISD High Schools Among the Best in New Mexico for Graduation Rates
The post listed the “outstanding” accomplishments achieved at Gadsden ISD high schools. [more…]

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