Category: Faces
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Superior: Las Cruces Utilities to Receive a Distinguished Award for Good Housekeeping by NMWWA
The NMWWA Good Housekeeping Award recognizes facilities that demonstrate superior maintenance, management, safety, and overall professionalism, while acknowledging the hard work of operators and management… [more…]
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Art for All: NMSU alum builds sculpture for Las Cruces Public Art Collection
“Public art isn’t like what’s in a museum where you might normally go,” Blundell said. “Here anyone can see it.” [more…]
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Land Use: Sara Gonzales named Community Development Deputy Director
“Sara consistently goes above and beyond, and she brings the kind of leadership our Building Development team needs.” [more…]
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Aggies Among Us: What 300 Hours of Community Service Looks Like in Las Cruces
The 2025 NMSU men’s basketball team has not merely arrived in our community. They have joined it. [more…]
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“Malacis, Amanda”: Aggie Runner Radava Honored as CUSA Spirit of Service Award Winner; Plus—Men’s Basketball Logs 300 Hours of Community Service
The senior also tallied a second-team All-CUSA selection at the 2025 CUSA Cross Country Championships, finishing 11th overall. [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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Semper Supra: NMSU AFROTC sees first cadet commissioned in U.S. Space Force
“My dad has been my mentor and role model as a leader throughout all my growth in ROTC, and I am so proud to be… [more…]
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NMSU students highlight Black histories of New Mexico in new archival exhibit
“We learned not just how the Black community struggled but how they pulled themselves together and pulled through.” [more…]
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High-Tech Helpers: NORAD Volunteers Track Santa’s Journey
On Christmas Eve in 2024, NORADSanta.org received approximately 32 million views from around the globe, while call center volunteers answered about 380,000 calls. [more…]
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Tradition Matters: NMSU Tribal Extension bridges culture, community across New Mexico
“Many communities follow traditional practices. For example, they plant only after the first moonrise.” [more…]
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Growing Forward Farm: NMSU Extension farm in San Juan County brings community together
“A lot of this land was so run down, and I never would have expected it would have turned into this.” [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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Armed Forces Reserve: Lt. Col. Chaparro retires after 28 years
As a lieutenant colonel, Nava commanded the 515th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion during its deployment to Iraq from 2009 to 2010. [more…]
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‘Having their back’: Forensic Law Clerks manage subpoenas, scheduling pre-trial interviews, much more, allowing forensic scientists to focus on casework
“It feels good to work here. It’s fun, exciting and soothing – a relief to accomplish what we’re doing here.” [more…]
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Clod Busters: NMSU researchers study seaweed hydrogel that may improve soil health
“The objective of our study is to utilize AquaSteady as a soil amendment to address the challenges of drought and excessive water.” [more…]
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Prep Volleyball: The Quiet Powerhouse of the Fall
The lesson is clear: sportsmanship, effort, and the pursuit of excellence matter far beyond what any scoreboard or point tally might suggest. [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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Fishing Report: Winter Fishing Tips [Video Content]
Warm autumn days have given way to snow and ice in many parts of New Mexico, but that doesn’t mean you can’t still enjoy your… [more…]
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From Desert to Dakotas: Benjamin Ignites Minot State Basketball
Benjamin also had a career-best night with 30 points on Saturday in a non-conference game against South Dakota Mines. [more…]
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NMSU School of Nursing opens new simulated operating room
The operating room is the newest edition to the School of Nursing’s Skills and Simulation Center, which also recently underwent its first major renovation and… [more…]
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Zach Riley Appointed to Serve as State Executive Director for USDA’s Farm Service Agency in New Mexico
“Rural communities need our support now more than ever.” [more…]
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Chile Know No Border: Officials in Mexico recognize NMSU’s Fabián García
“The impact of Fabián García in the agricultural sector of the Southwestern United States is also reflected in the agriculture of northwest Mexico.” [more…]
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Bugs: Insect-inspired student art takes flight in NMSU’s Skeen Hall; Library of Congress Highlights 17th Century “Bug Beauties”
“I’ve been wanting to display it for years, to have a place to say, ‘Look how amazing insects are,’ and to show the things people… [more…]
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Aggies Among Us: How One Team is Making Las Cruces a Better Place to Live
There is no longer need to sequester student athletes. They don’t have to wait until graduation before becoming fully engaged members of our broader community. [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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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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Community-Filled Programming: Join KRWG Public Media for Giving Tuesday
We rely on your support- now more than ever. [more…]
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Nelson-Boswell Series: NMSU to host public reading by New Mexico native December 5
His debut novel “High Heaven” explores the evolution of faith and technology through the U.S.’s space age. [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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Public Transportation: Las Cruces’ New EV Car Share is Here; City Calls for Fast-Charger Partnerships
Anyone 21 or older with a valid driver’s license and clean driving record can create a GOForth profile and grab a car when needed. [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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Adelante con Cariño: City’s Information Technology Folks Gets a Well-Deserved Shoutout
Their innovation and collaboration have truly transformed the budget process, streamlining workflows, improving accessibility, and making the annual Municipal Budget process more user-friendly for every… [more…]
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Football: Late Score Lifts Aggies Over UTEP in Thrilling Battle of I-10
After allowing 21 points in the first nine minutes and four seconds of the game, the NM State defense would allow just 10 points across… [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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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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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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A Light Flickers: NPR reaches settlement protecting public radio distribution and First Amendment rights
In conjunction with this outcome, NPR announced to the public radio system that it will immediately dedicate additional resources toward fortifying the public radio system. [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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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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Adelante con Cariño: Natalie Green and the Housing Team demonstrate outstanding service and compassion
Thank you again for your Cariño, your tireless work, and for always going above and beyond. [more…]
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Repost: State Police “Poster Boy” placed on leave amidst FBI’s DWI enterprise investigation–NMSU graduate at the helm during tsunami-level crisis in public trust
Chief Weisler’s announcement names Sergeant Toby LaFave as the one placed on “administrative leave” pending the FBI investigation, as well as an internal NMSP investigation. [more…]
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Community Matters: NMSU Foundation names Marks vice president of philanthropic giving, alumni relations
Marks, who received a bachelor’s degree from NMSU, has deep roots in Las Cruces and has been an integral part of the Foundation for more… [more…]
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From Soldier to Lifesaver: One Caregiver in Our Broader Community Shares His Story of Transformation in Online Docuseries
In the military, Michael was involved in law enforcement and combat roles; however, he felt a deep urge to change his path and use his… [more…]
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NMSU computer science professor, department head receives McCoy Endowed Professorship
The New Mexico State University computer science professor and department head who started at NMSU 24 years ago was recently named the second recipient of… [more…]
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Milestone Event: City Hosts Shindig Celebrating 90th Anniversary to Las Cruces Public Libraries
Light refreshments and cake were served to mark the occasion. [more…]
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Teaming Up: Sunland Park Police Officially “Cross-Commissioned” with Doña Ana Sheriff’s Office
This initiative marks another step forward in fostering cooperation between local and county agencies. [more…]
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Adelante con Cariño: Josh Grajeda, Gas Measurement Technician
Thank you Josh for your time, energy, and the positive example you set. [more…]
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Infrastructure Workforce: First cohort of Industry Credential Pipeline Program graduates sign with NMDOT
The event marked the culmination of hands-on, real-world training with industry-recognized certifications that built a skilled, job-ready workforce to fill high-demand roles in New Mexico’s… [more…]
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Raising the Bar: NMSU to celebrate first-generation students in November
NMSU TRIO Student Support Services Program Director Bernadine Booky, center, along with Francisco Soto, left, and Monica Cobos welcomed students to a previous first-generation celebration.… [more…]
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New Mexico Artist picked to bring Route 66’s spirit alive at New Mexico History Museum
Mendenhall was one of five finalists who submitted concept designs to be considered by the museum’s selection committee. [more…]
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Working Way Up: NMSU College of Engineering expands affordable online options for working professionals
As a newly designated Carnegie R1 research university and New Mexico’s land-grant institution, NMSU is home to state-of-the-art facilities and accomplished faculty engaged in cutting-edge… [more…]
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Community Effort: The Biggest Car Wash Raised Funds for SkillUSA Mayfield Chapter
The car wash raised $500, which was matched by Roasted Rooster, bringing the total donation to $1,000. [more…]
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Fishing Report: World-Class Tiger Muskie Fishing at Bluewater Lake
At Elephant Butte, fishing for white bass, largemouth bass and smallmouth bass was fair to good when using black bait silver bombers, worms and minnows… [more…]
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Crime Science: Las Cruces Forensic Laboratory Proves Teamwork is More than a Goal
They are all very motivated and hard-working self-starters who are inquisitive and thoughtful. [more…]
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Digging: NMSU professor’s research uncovers last-surviving dinosaurs in New Mexico [artículo bilingüe]
Researchers estimate the Alamosaurus’ body at about the length of two semi-tractor trailer rigs and weighing in at 30 to 80 tons, with a long… [more…]
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International Collaboration: NMSU and Fujitsu to establish national testbed for high performance and edge computing technology
The Fujitsu–NMSU collaboration will bring powerful new chip technology into the U.S. academic and research ecosystem, enabling real-world testing and application development of high-capacity computing… [more…]
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Strategic Needs: County Names Denisse Carter New Economic Development Director
Carter will lead economic development efforts by driving the County’s economic growth, continuing with business development, foreign trade zone oversight, and strategic planning efforts. [more…]
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