Category: Faces
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NMSU Global Campus expands access for military-affiliated learners worldwide
“Today, online learning makes it possible to pursue education from anywhere in the world, anytime, even while actively serving.” [more…]
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NMSU researchers: Daylight saving time may worsen cognitive, psychological problems
“We now have evidence that daylight saving time changes disrupt circadian rhythms in ways that are harmful to people with mental health and sleep-related difficulties.” [more…]
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Golf: Emma Bunch Concludes Play at NCAA Championship
[Bunch finished Round Three] outside the cut line, which landed at even-par for the nine advancing individuals. [more…]
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NMSU Extension specialist strengthens New Mexico communities with compassion
“Mental health is not a topic that Extension has typically been known for, but because we are a trusted resource in communities, I think that… [more…]
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Sunland Park Firefighters Rescue Kitten Found Inside Vehicle Engine Compartment
No injuries were reported, and judging by the photos released by the department, the kitten appeared to emerge from the ordeal in good hands. [more…]
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NMSU celebrates inaugural LEAD cohort at spring graduation ceremony
“The LEAD program provides graduate students with opportunities to hone their leadership skills and gain practical knowledge from leaders within NMSU and the Las Cruces… [more…]
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HazMat Incident Update: Fentanyl Exposure Linked to Three Deaths in Mountainair
“Fentanyl is particularly dangerous because it requires only a tiny, tiny amount to cause an overdose.” [more…]
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Golf: Even Before Teeing Off, Emma Bunch Wins National Honor; Battle on the Greens Starts Friday
Bunch entered the NCAA Championship ranked No. 61 nationally among individuals according to SCOREBOARD rankings, trailing only Princeton golfer Thanana Kotchasanmanee among the individual competitors… [more…]
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Basketball: NM State Adds Isaiah Brooks-Sena Ahead of 2026-27 Season
“Zeke has the ability to wear many different hats and make an impact on our program in a variety of ways.” [more…]
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Jimmy Moreno Named Assistant Director of City of Las Cruces Public Works
In his new role, Moreno will continue advancing the Public Works department’s mission and supporting the development and delivery of high‑impact initiatives across the City. [more…]
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Track & Field: Marlee Cavitt Earns High Point Scorer of the Meet, Aggies Finish Fourth at CUSA Championships
A select group of Aggies are slated to compete in the 2026 NCAA West Regional, hosted by the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Action… [more…]
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NMSU Leyendecker Science Center to host first field day of the season June 3
“These projects are looking at making agriculture more resilient and continue to thrive in a situation where we not only have less water for crops,… [more…]
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Baseball: Jonatan Clough Collects CUSA All-Academic Team Honors
The outfielder currently paces the Aggies in batting average (.333), while slugging .585 and maintaining an on-base percentage of .427. [more…]
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Ticket Punched: Emma Bunch Advances to NCAA Women’s Golf Championship
In the opening round on Monday, Bunch carded a 64 (-7) to mark the lowest 18-hole score of her career and finish the first day… [more…]
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Prep Golf Represents: Knights and SonBlazers Capture Blue Trophies
The SonBlazers once again demonstrated the value of balanced scoring throughout the lineup — the same formula that has now produced five straight blue trophies… [more…]
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Fishing Report: A big effort to make largemouths
Next time you catch a big one, thank your hatchery team, and think about starting that New Mexico Bass Challenge. [more…]
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NMSU animation program moves up in national, regional rankings
“We have great teachers and offer a very competitive program for a very modest price.” [more…]
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Prep Tennis Represents: State Tournament Closes with Local Medals, Deep Runs and Team Heartbreak
The four-day tournament, presented by Corley’s Albuquerque Lincoln Volvo, opened with individual singles and doubles competition before transitioning into team play later in the week. [more…]
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Bunch Earns Third CUSA Player of the Year Selection; Salome Garners Second Team Honors
Bunch wrapped up the season ranked No. 88 in the SCOREBOARD national rankings to earn an at-large bid into the NCAA Stanford Regional and serve… [more…]
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Conference USA names NMSU’s Kathryn Hanley 2026 Professor of the Year
“I think when students look at a university, having award-winning professors makes a difference when they make choices.” [more…]
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NMSU’s Arrowhead Center names first-ever Innovation Fellow
“Creating the Innovation Fellow award was about sending a message – that faculty who invest in the commercialization of their research and help others do the… [more…]
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Tennis: NM State Announces Abigail Wild as Head Coach of Women’s Tennis Program
“We’re excited to welcome Abigail to the Aggie family.” [more…]
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NMSU Extension agent leads professional organization
“I was western region director, and that was enough for me, but the president’s council was recruiting, and they approached me about running.” [more…]
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NMSU Model United Nations extends long-standing streak of top honors
“Participating in the Model U.N. provides students with first-hand experiences of how to engage with and tackle some of the most pressing,” [more…]
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NM veterinarians honored for protecting livestock, food supply
“Their leadership has created lasting benefits for producers, veterinarians and rural communities.” [more…]
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County Marks Animal Control Month with Proclamation Recognizing Animal Control Officers and Staff
“Join us in showing appreciation for all they do!” [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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NMSU music professor wins silver at Global Music Awards
“My original composition, called ‘3ɟutures for Trumpet and Orchestra,’ is a concerto about climate change.” [more…]
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NMSU Food Safety Lab achieves national accreditation
“This accreditation recognizes the technical competence of our lab, the reliability of our testing methods, and the strength of our quality management team.” [more…]
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NMSU alumnus Phil Anderson named PGA of America chief operating officer
“Phil brings a strong blend of operational excellence and strategic vision.” [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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White Sands Soldiers inducted into the Honorable Order of Saint Barbara
Saint Barbara is revered for her protection against dangers such as thunderstorms and explosions, which historically made her a figure of hope for artillery crews… [more…]
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Softball: NM State Delivers Senior Day Win to Close Home Season
NM State wraps up the regular season on the road, traveling to Springfield, Missouri, to face Missouri State. [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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NMSU Dance program to celebrate recent accomplishments at spring performance April 25
Senior dance major Antonella Palma will perform “La Danza del Venado (The Dance of the Deer).” [more…]
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Prep Tennis: Centennial Boys Cap Undefeated District Run with Title
With the regular season title secured, Centennial enters postseason play positioned as one of the area’s most complete teams. [more…]
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County Names Lucio Luttrell As Deputy County Manager
“After conducting a nationwide search, we found the right person for the job in our own backyard.” [more…]
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NMSU Theatre production of ‘Into the Woods’ opens April 24
“We have nearly 70 people involved every night making this production happen, and I’m so excited for audiences to come see and celebrate everyone’s hard… [more…]
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Karlos Saucedo y Grupo Éxito to Perform at City’s Mother’s Day Concert May 10
Karlos y Grupo Éxito joined forces in January of 2025 and have been making waves in the Tejano scene the past year that they’ve been… [more…]
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City Recognizes VITA Volunteers During Volunteer Appreciation Month
According to the city, volunteers contributed time and expertise to help community members prepare and file taxes accurately, providing a public service during the filing… [more…]
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NMSU supporter Bowman to receive honorary doctoral degree
“There are so many people who quietly give their time, talent and resources to help others succeed.” [more…]
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Track & Field: Aggies Record Multitude of Top-10 Performances in California
Rounding out the trio of meets on day one, Kamryn Cadle was the lone Aggie entrant in the Hammer Throw, recording a mark of 51.27 meters at… [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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Madrigal, Carruthers recognized at NMSU’s Founders Day
“Founders Day started during my tenure at New Mexico State as president, and I never envisioned that I would ever be a legend,” Carruthers said. [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 art history student receives J. Paul Taylor Social Justice Award
“More importantly, it gives me an opportunity to amplify stories that might otherwise go untold.” [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’s Center of Excellence addresses New Mexico’s critical agricultural needs
“Over the past several years, CESFAS has significantly expanded its impact by increasing student engagement, growing research productivity and strengthening its external funding portfolio.” [more…]
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NMSU Food Safety Laboratory transforms into premier hub of innovation
“Our ability to adapt quickly, maintain analytical rigor and deliver high-quality data under pressure led to formal recognition from the FDA for excellence in emergency… [more…]
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Softball: Aggies Complete Sweep With 8-0 Win Over UTEP
Destan Burks went 3‑for‑4 with a home run, two RBIs, and two runs scored. [more…]
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Track & Field: Aggies Notch Four Event Wins in El Paso
Overall, the team secured four event wins and 13 podium finishes with a limited roster for training purposes. [more…]
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Doña Ana County Asst. Utilities Director Honored As DACC Distinguished Alumna
“This is a well-deserved honor of Mireya’s career that reflects a strong commitment to public service and to the community she serves.” [more…]
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Tennis: Aggies Earn Road Win Over Saint Louis, 4-2; Montana Parkinson-Lubold Named to CUSA All-Academic Team
With the result, New Mexico State moves to 9-9 on the season, closing out the regular season with momentum from a balanced and composed performance… [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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Woman Saves Husband’s Life Thanks To County’s CPR Class
Telles said her husband was not breathing, unresponsive and had no pulse when she called 911. [more…]
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Basketball: Anthony Wrzeszcz Earns CUSA Spirit of Service Award
“I’m thankful to receive the Spirit of Service Award and for the conference’s support.” [more…]

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