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Recent News About University of New Mexico
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University Libraries launches pilot project for free menstrual products
University Libraries has introduced the Menstrual Equity Pilot Project to provide free menstrual products to the campus community.
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University of New Mexico engages lawmakers during annual event at State Capitol
The University of New Mexico (UNM) made a significant impact at the State Capitol in Santa Fe during UNM Day, which took place on January 29.
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University's student union installs new solar energy system
A 30-kilowatt roof-mounted photovoltaic array on The University of New Mexico Student Union Building was activated in late 2024.
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UNM student awarded prestigious Churchill Scholarship for neuroscience research
The University of New Mexico's Ariana Pritha has been chosen for the 2025-2026 Churchill Scholarship.
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UNM honors staff excellence with 2024 Gerald W. May Outstanding Staff Awards
The University of New Mexico recently honored the recipients of the 2024 Gerald W. May Outstanding Staff Award at a ceremony held in the Student Union Building.
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UNM announces public forums for facility services assistant vice president finalists
The University of New Mexico (UNM) has announced the schedule for public forums to introduce the finalists for the Assistant Vice President for Facility Services position within UNM Institutional Support Services.
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Grand Canyon may be younger than previously thought, say UNM geologists
The Grand Canyon, a symbol of natural wonder, may be younger than previously believed, according to new research.
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New website aims to conserve endangered arthropods in New Mexico
The University of New Mexico's Museum of Southwestern Biology, Natural Heritage New Mexico, and the New Mexico BioPark Society have launched a new website, the New Mexico Rare Arthropod Resource (NM-RARe).
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University mourns passing of political science scholar Mala Htun
Mala Htun, a distinguished professor of political science at The University of New Mexico (UNM), passed away on Friday after battling cancer.
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UNM student wins top prize at national sports sales championship
UNM Anderson School of Management graduate student Kiana Alvarez secured first place in the National Collegiate Sports Sales Championship, Corporate Partnerships division.
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New Mexico PBS promotes Jason Quinn to director of engineering
Jason Quinn has been promoted to the position of director of engineering at New Mexico PBS (NMPBS).
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UNM announces architects for new humanities and social sciences facility
The University of New Mexico (UNM) has announced the selection of Tod Williams Billie Tsien Architects (TWBTA) and SMPC Architects to design its new Humanities and Social Sciences facility.
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UNM study links higher alcohol taxes to potential reduction in drunk driving fatalities
Research conducted by the University of New Mexico suggests that increasing alcohol taxes could potentially reduce drunk driving fatalities in the state.
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UNM undergraduates receive scholarships for diverse research projects
Four undergraduates at The University of New Mexico have been awarded the Undergraduate Research Scholarship for Spring 2025.
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UNM professor joins legal team for major discrimination case at Texas Supreme Court
A significant employment discrimination case is currently under consideration at the Texas Supreme Court, with a University of New Mexico law professor playing a key role in the legal proceedings.
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Karl Benedict receives lifetime achievement award for service to earth science information
Karl Benedict, the former director of Research Data Services and Information Technology Services, has been awarded the 2025 Martha Maiden Lifetime Achievement Award for Service to the Earth Science Information Community.
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UNM professors honored with prestigious Presidential Early Career Awards
The White House has announced that two faculty members from the University of New Mexico (UNM) have been awarded the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE).
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University of New Mexico earns silver rating for its commitment to sustainability
The University of New Mexico (UNM) has been awarded a Silver rating in the Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System (STARS) Version 3.0.
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UNM appoints Dr. Mike Richards as executive vice president of health sciences
UNM President Garnett S. Stokes has appointed Dr. Mike Richards as the Executive Vice President of UNM Health Sciences and CEO of the UNM Health System.
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UNM celebrates high rankings for psychology and business online programs
Two online programs from the University of New Mexico (UNM) have been ranked among the top 50 in the U.S. News & World Report's 2025 Best Online Programs, released on January 21.