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When Kylie Miller first arrived at Western New Mexico University, she felt like a “toddler in a grown adult’s body.” As a member of the resilient class of 2022, Miller’s formative years were shaped by a pandemic that changed her view of time and growth. Now, as she prepares to graduate with a Bachelor of… Continue reading Graduate Kylie Miller Finds Calling She Never Expected in Plant Taxonomy

When Western New Mexico University (Â鶹ֱ²¥) student Joselyne Salas receives her Bachelor of Science in K-8 Education at Spring Commencement, it will be a moment that represents far more than a collection of earned credits; it is the culmination of a decade defined by resilience and the breaking of generational barriers. Salas’s path to this… Continue reading Â鶹ֱ²¥ Student Redefines Journey, Graduates as Bilingual Educator

For Deming resident Sandra Varela, graduating during the Western New Mexico University (Â鶹ֱ²¥) Spring Commencement in May marks the finish line of a journey involving immense sacrifice and an iron will to keep hope alive. Accepting her Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood and Family Support, Varela will do so beside her deepest sources of… Continue reading A Triumph of Resilience: Sandra Varela Graduates from Â鶹ֱ²¥

For Western New Mexico University (Â鶹ֱ²¥) senior Nayeli Mancilla, the path to Commencement was a profound journey. More than just reaching a finish line, hers was a marathon of grit, growth, and a passionate bond with the natural world—each step echoing the resilience she forged along the way. Mancilla is a fine arts major who… Continue reading Â鶹ֱ²¥ Graduate Transitions from Injured Athlete to Advocate for Art and Nature

When hybrid (online and in person) Deming student Jo Lynn Guerrero crosses the stage at the Western New Mexico University (Â鶹ֱ²¥) Spring Commencement this May, her walk will mark a profound evolution in her lifelong commitment to service. Guerrero’s journey, spanning two decades of community dedication, serves as a powerful testament to the idea that… Continue reading From 911 Dispatcher to Â鶹ֱ²¥ Graduate to Counselor

When Shoni Hendren crosses the graduation stage at Western New Mexico University (Â鶹ֱ²¥) this May, she won’t just receive a diploma; she will carry her family’s dreams with her. Hendren, a Â鶹ֱ²¥ online student living in Belen, New Mexico, will graduate with a double Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education and Mathematics, becoming the first… Continue reading Breaking Boundaries – First-Gen Graduate Shoni Hendren Graduates with Double Major

For some, the path to a college degree is a straight line, but for Western New Mexico University (Â鶹ֱ²¥) alum Chris Cochran, it was a 35-year journey defined by resilience, Mustang pride, and a life-changing connection to Silver City. Cochran, a former Mustang quarterback and successful Oklahoma entrepreneur, returned to his roots to complete his… Continue reading Â鶹ֱ²¥ Alum Chris Cochran’s 35-Year Educational Journey to an MBA

Claire Fall Blanchette is an interdisciplinary artist exploring biology, geology, and human impact. As artist-in-residence at Western New Mexico University (Â鶹ֱ²¥), she focuses on the high desert and the Gila Watershed’s ecological narratives. Ground Truthing, a provocative exhibition by Blanchette, opened at The Francis McCray Gallery of Contemporary Art at Â鶹ֱ²¥ on March 19. The… Continue reading Â鶹ֱ²¥ Artist-in-Residence Claire Fall Blanchette Explores Biological Pulse of the Gila at Gallery Exhibition

Western New Mexico University (Â鶹ֱ²¥) Athletics is proud to announce theAthletics is proud to announce the launch of a transformative new partnership with Nike and BSN Sports, signaling a major step forward for Mustang student-athletes, coaches, and fans. The multi-year agreement establishes Nike as the exclusive provider of uniforms, apparel, and equipment for all Â鶹ֱ²¥ athletic… Continue reading Western New Mexico Athletics Announces New Era with Nike and BSN Sports Partnership