Other NM universities announcements

New Mexico State University alumnus Pardeep Toor will publish his debut short story collection "Hands" on April 14, 2026.

The six connected short stories follow Hans, an immigrant pursing the American dream. Hans questions his jobs, navigates toxic relationships inside and outside the Asian community, and is confronted with the harsh realities of chasing an idea of success.

"It's kind of a painful realization that arriving in a new country is just one step – it doesn't guarantee success," Toor said. "Sometimes there's a romantic notion about the immigrant experience, and I would say that this is an immigrant experience that doesn't really work out."

New Mexico State University Global Campus is pleased to announce a new collaborative microlearning initiative with NM EDGE (Education Designed to Generate Excellence in the Public Sector) to offer a series of Microsoft Excel courses designed for professionals, public service employees, and members of the general public seeking to enhance their data and spreadsheet skills. 

The Spreadsheet training series — developed in partnership between NMSU Global Campus and NM EDGE — will include foundational, intermediate, and advanced coursework that helps learners build practical capability in one of the most widely used tools in today's workplace. The program supports the mission of both institutions to expand access to high-impact professional development and workforce training opportunities: NMSU Global Campus through its flexible online microlearning offerings, and NM EDGE through targeted professional development tailored to public sector needs. 

New Mexico State University's Student Involvement & Leadership Programs, in partnership with the Graduate Wellness Initiative, has launched a new graduate-level professional development series designed to support leadership growth among graduate students. 

The Leadership Empowerment & Academic Development workshop series kicked off Jan. 30 and will continue throughout the spring 2026 semester with six additional sessions focused on leadership development, communication, collaboration and professional growth. LEAD is designed to support graduate students as confident, effective and well-rounded leaders in both academic and professional settings. 

KRUX 91.5 FM, New Mexico State University's student-run radio station, earned national recognition at the Intercollegiate Broadcasting System Conference in New York City Feb. 20-21, with multiple finalists and a national award winner representing the station on a competitive national stage.

The annual IBS Conference brings together college radio and media programs from across the country to celebrate excellence in student broadcasting. KRUX was recognized as finalists in four national categories.

Naomi Tercero, KRUX's online content director, was named a finalist for Best Website – Radio, Best Social Media Accounts and Best Social Media Director – Radio. Tercero went on to win Best Social Media Director – Radio, earning national recognition for her leadership and innovation in digital media strategy.

The Hunt Center for Entrepreneurship, housed at New Mexico State University's Arrowhead Center, announces the selection of the 2026 cohort of the Fourth Industrial Revolution Economy Venture Fellows, a competitive fellowship program that prepares university students for careers in venture capital, startups, and innovation-driven organizations.

The Hunt Center for Entrepreneurship plays a central role in strengthening the regional entrepreneurial ecosystem by supporting diverse entrepreneurial talent, expanding access to early-stage capital, and creating experiential learning opportunities that connect students to real-world innovation and investment activity. 

Dedication ceremony for a Cummins engine donated by Cummins Inc.

New Mexico State University College of Engineering.

10 to 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 24. - Maggard Courtyard, NMSU main campus.

VISUALS: The event celebrates the donation of a Cummins engine by Cummins Inc. to support student learning and hands-on educational experiences. Representatives from Cummins leadership will be in attendance, including Robert Rivas, executive director of supplier quality; Alonso Navarrete, operations manager; and Aravind Mannarswamy, artificial intelligence leader. Faculty, staff and students from the NMSU College of Engineering will also be in attendance.

Guinivere Mayse and Hannah Augustyniak received awards for their articles about women's history from the Doña Ana County Historical Society (DACHS) at its recent annual banquet.

The DACHS actively promotes and recognizes historical research, preservation and education regarding Doña Ana County and Southern New Mexico. The society facilitates these efforts through financial grants, awards and the publication of research. 

The two New Mexico State University students' work was published in the 2026 Southern New Mexico Historical Review. Their articles take women's history beyond the books, bringing their stories out of the shadows and illuminating the full extent of their impact on feminism and society in Las Cruces.

New Mexico State University has selected Karen Kopera-Frye as associate dean of the Graduate School. She will begin her new role Feb. 23. 

"I am delighted Dr. Kopera-Frye will be joining the Graduate School," said Ranjit T. Koodali, dean of the Graduate School and associate provost for interdisciplinary studies. "Dr. Kopera-Frye brings extensive administrative experience, including 18 years in advanced leadership roles such as associate dean of academics and research, as well as institutional knowledge and Faculty Senate leadership that will help raise the visibility of graduate education at NMSU."