Other NM universities announcements
This category will combine all universities that are not in Silver City, i.e. not WNMU, into one category under Non-Local News Releases
When this category is created, we have NMSU and ENMU that send us notices.
Arrowhead Center at NMSU deputy director named among NM’s Women of Influence
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- Published: 01 May 2024 01 May 2024
Catron oversees multiple programs at Arrowhead Center, spearheads proposal and funding capture efforts and cultivates value-added partnerships across the region. Arrowhead Center is the engine for economic development and technology transfer for NMSU, and fosters economic opportunities through innovation and entrepreneurship.
Catron started her career at Arrowhead Center in 2010 as a graduate assistant. She serves as primary investigator on multiple grants and contracts, and is director of the New Mexico Clean Energy Resilience and Growth Cluster, which is housed at Arrowhead Center.
NMSU professor's research links monkeys, mosquitoes and natural virus killers
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- Published: 01 May 2024 01 May 2024
In the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, questions like “How long after being infected will I be symptomatic?” and “How quickly will I clear the virus?” were important to answer for scientists working round the clock to model the virus and help save lives.
A new journal article by Kathryn Hanley, a New Mexico State University biology professor with more than 20 years’ experience tracking viruses that spillover from animals into human populations, is providing answers to some of these questions regarding dengue and Zika virus.
NMSU Global Campus to offer Youth on the Move course beginning in August
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- Published: 30 April 2024 30 April 2024
New Mexico State University Global Campus invites secondary physical education teachers to elevate their teaching methods by enrolling in the Youth on the Move microlearning course.
Scheduled to start Aug. 7, Youth on the Move approaches physical education through innovative, student-centered teaching strategies.
“This course is an opportunity for educators to transform their approach to physical education,” said Kim Oliver, NMSU professor of physical education pedagogy.
NMSU Golf Course to host free 2024 PGA HOPE program for veterans
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- Published: 30 April 2024 30 April 2024
Veterans and active-duty military in the Las Cruces and El Paso community have another opportunity to participate in the PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere) program this year at New Mexico State University’s Golf Course.
The free program introduces the game of golf to veterans in an effort to enhance their mental, physical, and emotional well-being through a developmental six-week curriculum taught by PGA professionals trained in adaptive and military cultural competency.
NMSU researchers join France, Japan to develop new Jupiter wind map
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- Published: 29 April 2024 29 April 2024
How fast does the wind blow on Jupiter?
While east-west winds on Jupiter blow at hundreds of meters per second because of the high-speed rotation of the gas giant planet, the north-south winds creep slowly, at one meter per second, and are difficult to measure. Imagine trying to track the path of a leaf drifting lazily upward inside hurricane-force winds. That is the challenge for astronomers measuring Jupiter’s atmosphere.
NMSU student awarded prestigious fellowship
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- Published: 29 April 2024 29 April 2024
New Mexico State University social work student Nicole Johnson was selected out of more than 1,000 candidates across the country for the prestigious Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Fellowship. Funded by the U.S. Department of State, the Rangel Fellowship supports extraordinary individuals pursuing careers in the Foreign Service.Johnson will graduate with honors in May with a BA in social work with minors in government, public law and American government and politics. As a first-generation college student, Johnson faced challenges in earning her degree.
NMSU graduate students receive proclamation from Doña Ana County Commission
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- Published: 26 April 2024 26 April 2024
Students from New Mexico State University’s Graduate School were recognized earlier this week by the Doña Ana Board of County Commissioners with a proclamation that celebrates their remarkable achievements and engagement throughout the county.
The proclamation highlights the impact of graduate students at NMSU and their diverse talents, perspective, and contribution to a dynamic and inclusive society.
NMSU criminal justice department partners with Tulsa Police Department
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- Published: 26 April 2024 26 April 2024
The Department of Criminal Justice at New Mexico State University is partnering with the Tulsa Police Department (TPD) for a student internship program. TPD also will be on campus later this month.
The paid internship offers students hands-on law enforcement experience while earning the final 15 credit hours needed for their bachelor’s degrees in criminal justice.
“Being in the criminal justice program and working for the agency gives students the ability to undergo training and receive employment upon graduation, supporting a student’s education costs as a result,” said Marija Dimitrijevic, criminal justice professor and coordinator of the partnership.