Category: Education
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Becoming Tradition: NMSU renews designation as Carnegie Community Engaged University
“Community means many things, and may be as small as a family unit or as large as our global populations; yet, at any scale, communities… [more…]
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Nature’s Knights: New traveling exhibition at NM Museum of Natural History & Science showcases armor in the animal kingdom
This exhibition will also include rarely seen specimens from the museum’s Collections, including fossils from Glyptotherium texanum, a giant prehistoric relative of the armadillo, and Deinosuchus, a prehistoric crocodile relative that exceeded… [more…]
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Faculty Recognized: NMSU hands out honors for research, creative scholarly activity at spring convocation
“Overall, I think the work that we’ve been doing… is also starting to produce results.” [more…]
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Saving Paper: Library of Congress Gets Hands On Examining Ancient History Unfolded
Conservators cleaned and stabilized the papyri by unfolding and aligning fibers and fragments and reattaching delaminating fibers and loose or detached fragments. [more…]
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Outstanding: Las Cruces Student Selected for Prestigious U.S. Senate Youth Program
The USSYP is a competitive, merit-based program created by Senate Resolution 324 in 1962 by the sons of Randolph Hearst and the Senate leadership at… [more…]
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Additive Nomenclature: NMSU Civil Engineering Department adopts new name reflecting environmental focus
“Environmental engineering has been a critical part of our teaching and research mission, and the updated name better communicates that to students, employers and our… [more…]
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National Recognition: NMSU Extension 4-H agents honored at national conference
“These honors reflect the dedication of Extension professionals meeting community needs and providing impactful education across the state.” [more…]
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Published: NMSU astronomy student links brightening regions on the sun to early warnings for solar flares
“That’s exciting because these ‘early-warning’ brightenings could be a signal for an elevated likelihood of a flare, giving operations teams extra minutes of lead time.” [more…]
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American Education: Department of the Interior Announces Record Graduation Rates for Bureau of Indian Education Students
“This historic achievement reflects disciplined execution, strong instructional leadership and an unwavering focus on student outcomes.” [more…]
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Among His (Future) Peers: Las Cruces Freshman Selected as Delegate to Congress of Future Medical Leaders
“His hard work and dedication not only bring honor to his family and school but also serve as an inspiration to the youth of our… [more…]
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Not Your Typical Art Class: Teaching artists the business end of creative work with Artist INC
“Our collaboration with Artist INC provided a tremendous opportunity for many New Mexican creatives to become competent and effective facilitators and further share this unique… [more…]
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New Year’s Eve Announcement Introduces Doubt: New Mexico Responds on Child Care Funding
Neither O’Neill nor Adams, nor any other HHS official, has provided state-specific guidance regarding how these requirements may affect CCDF payments in New Mexico. [more…]
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Business Education: Sports marketing veteran to join NMSU as first Executive-in-Residence
“Some of my best professors were individuals who had real-life experience in business, and I hope I can bring that same perspective during my time… [more…]
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Curating Ever Elusive Kudos: NMSU College of Arts and Sciences names first Cleveland Award recipient
“Kelly has been instrumental in reorganizing the operation of the University Museum, working with the collections and placing a strong emphasis on the engagement of… [more…]
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NMSU’s TRIO Talent Search helps students in Alamogordo, Tularosa prepare for college
“The benefits that students derive from being participants in the program are priceless.” [more…]
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New training program expands immigration legal services statewide
“The Office of New Americans is excited to break new ground with this career trainings for legal professionals.” [more…]
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Cosmetology Plus: Milan Institute to Open Las Cruces Campus in the New Year
Day classes will be available at launch, with evening classes coming soon to better serve working adults and nontraditional students. [more…]
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Hard Subject: NMSU’s annual concrete school set for Jan. 9-10
The 62nd Annual Samuel P. Maggard Quality Concrete School is designed for concrete professionals, contractors, professional engineers, and students. [more…]
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Mental Health Matters: Federal Court Grants Summary Judgment, Restoring Funding for More Than 5,000 New Mexico Students
“This ruling is a major victory for New Mexico students and families, and it restores funding that never should have been taken away in the… [more…]
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Mother and Child: New Mexico maintains top national ranking for infant early intervention
“Our early childhood system works as a unified community to ensure families receive the support they need, when they need it.” [more…]
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From the Ground Up: FFA, NMSU team up to train future agricultural educators
“NMSU isn’t just where FFA is headquartered – it’s where future agricultural educators, scientists, leaders and advocates begin their journeys.” [more…]
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Following TRIO Fund Legal Victory, Attorney General Raúl Torrez Meets with Students Whose Futures Were Protected
“The students I met with put faces to the funding we fought to protect.” [more…]
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A muskox in New Mexico? Ice Age mammal identified by NM Museum of Natural History & Science researcher in Carlsbad Caverns
“New Mexico is known as a hotbed for dinosaur fossils, but discoveries like this remind us that our state’s fossil record extends long after the… [more…]
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ECECD seeks $1.2 billion to expand universal child care, PreK
“ECECD’s budget request is about locking in and building upon historic gains — delivering stable, high-quality early learning opportunities in every corner of New Mexico.” [more…]
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Data Mining: NMSU, Northwestern University astronomers discover new planet in old data
“This is an example of going back to old data and pulling out every little bit of information you can.” [more…]
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Making Points: NMSU anthropology affiliated scholar receives lifetime achievement award
“His work demonstrates an intellectual virtuosity that stands out among his peers, and his latest work provides an accessible capstone based on his years of… [more…]
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Working the Math: Public Education Department requests $81 million to strengthen literacy, fill teacher vacancies
“At a time when the federal government is stepping back from its commitment to public education, New Mexico is stepping up.” [more…]
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Congratulations: NMSU to award more than 1,200 degrees at fall 2025 commencement ceremonies
“Being a part-time student with cerebral palsy has given me independence, courage, confidence and, above all, a sense of purpose in life.” [more…]
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Certified: NMSU’s Campus Tutoring Services awarded three national certifications
“Having a robust tutoring center on campus is extremely important for student success, and its impact goes far beyond helping students pass a class.” [more…]
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Tiny Details: MicroBooNE international collaboration rules out existence of sterile neutrino
“In our accepted model of the universe, there are three “flavors” of neutrinos: the electron-, the muon- and the tau-neutrino.” [more…]
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Child Protection: Attorney General Raúl Torrez Writes Letter to Protect Kids from the Dangers of AI Chatbots
“Protecting kids online isn’t something government can do alone, but it’s critical that we take action where the risks are greatest.” [more…]
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On-the-Job: New Mexico to offer 3,000 paid high school internships
The eight-week internships will focus on high-demand industries identified by the Department of Workforce Solutions. [more…]
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Education for All: Las Cruces Public Schools’ Empowered Parents Academy Celebrates More Than 80 Parents Earning Certificates in English, Spanish and GED Courses
Course instructors beamed with pride as their students earned their certificates, and the Bilingual Community Outreach team served regional dishes to honor education, culture, and… [more…]
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Health Education: NMSU professor elected to World Association of Medical Editors leadership team
Khubchandani joined NMSU in 2020 and has coauthored more than 200 original articles in the field of medicine and public health in the world’s most… [more…]
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Extension: Military Teen Adventure Camps Equip Young People for Success
With support from NIFA and DOD, Purdue University has expanded access and opportunity for military teens ages 13-18 to participate in adventure camps at locations around the U.S. [more…]
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One School: Pentagon Awards $55 Million Grant for Nathan F. Twining Elementary & Middle School at Grand Forks Air Force Base, North Dakota
In making these funds available, the Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation must give priority consideration to military installations that have schools with the most… [more…]
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Fourteen Universities: University of New Mexico Gets Slice of $5 Million in Department of Energy Funds Awarded to Boost Nuclear Energy Infrastructure
“The nation’s ability to grow nuclear energy production relies on the successful recruitment and training of the next generation of nuclear energy workers.” [more…]
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Sign Up Now: Registration is Open for City of Las Cruces Winter Break Camp
The camp is open to children in kindergarten through fifth grade. The fee is $20. [more…]
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Upward Trajectory: Las Cruces Public Schools Celebrate Academic Gains in State Assessments
Across the district, LCPS students contributed to the statewide rise in early literacy, where proficiency among kindergarteners increased by 13 percentage points in one year. [more…]
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Educational Support: Teachers gain free access to New Mexico-created classroom resources
The platform features lesson plans, classroom activities and multimedia resources aligned to state standards that educators can download, adapt and share at no cost. [more…]
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Homeless high school students to receive $500 monthly for meeting attendance goals
The New Mexico Public Education Department (PED) will enroll 330 students in grades 10–12 across 12 school districts and one charter school. [more…]
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Trailblazing: New Mexico launches first preschool to workforce initiative through Rural Education-Workforce Collaborative
Funded through the legislative approved Community Benefit Fund, this 18-month project will build a comprehensive, student-centered education and workforce continuum. [more…]
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New Mexico to host National Farm to Cafeteria Food Conference December 1-4
The event will gather hundreds of advocates, educators, farmers and community leaders from across the country to promote local, nutritious food choices in schools and… [more…]
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NMSU’s Physical Science Laboratory to launch Giving Tuesday campaign
Since 1946, PSL has supported America’s defense, aerospace and technology missions. [more…]
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Ag College Grows Curriculum: NMSU launches first Ph.D. in applied and agricultural biology
“It helps us attract New Mexico students because now that we have the opportunity here, we can keep the expertise in New Mexico.” [more…]
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Losing Part: NMSU researcher co-leads national study showing AI prompts passive learning
“We noticed a quiet but fundamental shift: AI systems don’t just find information, they pre-package it.” [more…]
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Beyond NaHCO3(s) plus C2H4O2(aq): NMSU student combines animation and astronomy to study volcanoes
Levendosky will be taking his research to the American Geophysical Union’s annual conference in New Orleans this December to share his findings with other earth… [more…]
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County Fire Rescue Announces Cadet Class for Academy 7
“Please help us welcome our newest Firefighter/EMT-Basic Cadets on their journey to becoming career firefighters and emergency medical technicians!” [more…]
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New Program: Las Cruces Police Department Graduates Four Park Rangers
They will now begin a four-week field training program with experienced officers. [more…]
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Hunt Center Impact (3 of 3): Civil engineering talent shines at NMSU’s Hult Prize Pitch Competition
Among the standout participants was a civil engineering team that earned second place with a project demonstrating how engineering innovation can help reshape the future… [more…]
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College of Engineering: NSF award advances NMSU, NASA research on critical materials recovery
By recovering [valuable] metals from discarded products, the research aims to promote cleaner recycling methods, reduce waste and strengthen U.S. supply chains for key materials… [more…]
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NASA Shares Comet 3I/ATLAS Images From Spacecraft, Telescopes
While it poses no threat to Earth and will get no closer than 170 million miles to Earth, the comet flew within 19 million miles… [more…]
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Hunt Center Impact (2 of 3): NMSU team ‘Hormona’ wins first place at Hult Prize Pitch Competition, advances to Nationals
After an afternoon of compelling presentations, Hormona — a multidisciplinary team developing an at-home hormone tracking solution — earned first place. [more…]
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Hunt Center Impact (Part 1 of 3): Bold Idea Conference brings inspiration, learning, and innovation to NMSU
The event featured keynote presentations, interactive breakout sessions, and networking opportunities, culminating with the high-energy Bold Idea Challenge Pitch Competition where student-led startups presented solutions… [more…]
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Gadsden ISD Represents at La Cosecha Dual Language Conference
Their presentation shared the growth of our programs, successful practices, and the powerful impact dual language education continues to have on our students, families, and… [more…]
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Beyond Bounds: NMSU anthropology students continue legacy of women in archeology
As they continue their work in both the classroom and the field, Gutierrez and Sierra’s scholarships will cover the cost of tuition, course fees and… [more…]
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Making Accessible: Native American Author Laurel Goodluck brings life to her storytelling for visually impaired readers
The detailed descriptions in Goodluck’s narration will help young readers with little or no vision. [more…]
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Nationwide Initiative: STARBASE Maxwell Inspires the Next Generation of STEAM Leaders
Students attend free of charge and engage in challenging experiments and team-based learning opportunities designed to make complex scientific concepts come alive. [more…]
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Child Advocate: NMSU staff member named to Fulbright Specialist Roster
Courtney is a psychologist, life coach and author who co-wrote “Anna, Age Eight: The Data-Driven Prevention of Childhood Trauma and Maltreatment,” a publication that inspired… [more…]
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Learning: Nineteen NM schools show major academic improvement
The three school districts in our broader community comprised 66 schools, of which only one was designated below “Traditional” (Rio Grande Preparatory Institute, LCPS). [more…]

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