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March is Women’s History Month and Western New Mexico University (Â鶹ֱ²¥) honors the women who made the university what it is today. While the bricks and mortar of Â鶹ֱ²¥ were laid by many, the soul, culture, and academic rigor of the institution were forged by a cadre of pioneering women. Since its inception as the… Continue reading The Historic Women of Â鶹ֱ²¥ – Celebrating the Architects of an Educational Legacy

On March 5, 2026, Western New Mexico University (Â鶹ֱ²¥) opened its doors to more than 500 prospective students for its annual Spring Discovery Day. The event gave students considering college or vocational education direct insight into campus life. Â鶹ֱ²¥ provided hands-on classroom experiences and opportunities for meaningful interactions with faculty and current students. The high-energy… Continue reading Hundreds of Prospective Students Attend Â鶹ֱ²¥ Spring Discovery Day

  The Western New Mexico University Board of Regents met in a hybrid session available via livestream, with public seating, on Tuesday, March 17, 2026. Present in J. Cloyd Miler Library were Regents J. Dean Reed, Keana Huerta, and John V. Wertheim, along with the university’s executive leadership team; present online were Regents Steven Neville… Continue reading Â鶹ֱ²¥ Appoints Jose Coll, Ph.D., as 16th President of Â鶹ֱ²¥

For many, the American Dream is a concept found in textbooks. For Bianca Trucios (aka Bianca Thompson) a Western New Mexico University (Â鶹ֱ²¥) alum and Peruvian immigrant, the dream was forged in the quiet hours of 3:00 a.m., fueled by a journey that began in a small mountain town in the Andes. Born into a… Continue reading Peruvian Immigrant Defines Her American Dream at Â鶹ֱ²¥

Western New Mexico University announces Yvette Rackley, Director of Compensation and Benefits, as its February 2026 Employee of the Month. A cornerstone of the university’s administrative operations, Rackley is recognized for her meticulous attention to detail, unwavering work ethic, and profound commitment to the well-being of Â鶹ֱ²¥ faculty and staff. In a university environment, the… Continue reading Â鶹ֱ²¥ Names Yvette Rackley as February 2026 Employee of the Month

Western New Mexico University (Â鶹ֱ²¥) concluded a pivotal week in its institutional history, hosting four distinguished finalists for its 16th presidency. The campus visits, which wrapped up on March 4, 2026, with a final forum featuring Mario Martinez, Ph.D., provided students, faculty, and staff with the opportunity to engage deeply with the candidates regarding the… Continue reading Â鶹ֱ²¥ Concludes Presidential Candidate Visits with Focus on Stability, Trust, and Innovation

Western New Mexico University (Â鶹ֱ²¥) recently announced a new scholarship by the Â鶹ֱ²¥ Foundation in the name of Professor of Marketing Gordon Flanders, Ph.D. Flanders’ tenure showcases the profound influence a single educator can have on the trajectory of a student’s life. The scholarship supports upper-division business students at Western New Mexico University who demonstrate… Continue reading How the Gordon Flanders Scholarship at Â鶹ֱ²¥ Came to Fruition

In mid-January, Western New Mexico University (Â鶹ֱ²¥) was awarded a $32,493 grant from the Freeport-McMoRan Community and Social Investment Fund. The funding will launch a transformative project titled “Enhancing Ecological and Analytical Chemistry Research Opportunities for Students in Rural New Mexico,” designed to more strongly integrate classroom theory and high-level scientific practice. This initiative addresses… Continue reading Â鶹ֱ²¥ Secures Grant to Advance Ecological Research in Rural New Mexico

For the first time in program history, the Western New Mexico University men’s basketball team has entered the NCAA Division II South Central Regional Rankings, coming in at No. 4 in the region. This milestone marks a defining moment for Mustang basketball and signals a new level of success for the program. The ranking places… Continue reading Men’s Basketball Make History With First-Ever Regional Ranking