On the beautiful morning of Friday, April 26, UNM Staff gathered to participate in a Campus Cleanup Day event, organized by Institutional Support Services (ISS) and Facilities Management (FM), to mark the end of Earth Month. The initiative brought together 46 enthusiastic volunteers from various departments within the Executive Vice President for Finance & Administration umbrella.The event was spearheaded by Giovanna Archuleta, an administrative officer from the ISS Vice President’s office, who expressed her long-standing idea of promoting collaboration among departments:...
The New Mexico Minority Business Development Agency (NM MBDA) has recently opened two new Business Centers in Las Cruces and Las Vegas. These centers aim to provide support and resources to minority-owned businesses in the state.The Las Cruces Center received funding through a Congressional allocation of $200,000, with support from Senators Martin Heinrich and Ben Ray Lujan. On the other hand, the Las Vegas Center began operations with a federal supplemental grant of $183,000, which required a funding match from the City of Albuquerque.Center Director Gabriela Marques...
The University of New Mexico (UNM) is currently seeking an Air Quality Construction Permit for the installation of a diesel-fired emergency generator at the Domenici Center for Health Sciences Education located at 1001 Stanford Dr. NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87131.The applicant, as stated in the official documents, is requesting permission to install the generator with an internal combustion engine. The primary purpose of this backup generator is to provide support in case of power interruptions, with a specific request of 200 hours of operation per year. It is...
The University of New Mexico (UNM) located at Economics Building #57, 1915 Roma Ave. NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87131, is in the process of seeking an Air Quality Construction Permit for the installation of a diesel-fired emergency generator with an internal combustion engine.The applicant has specifically requested permission to install the backup generator, stating that its primary function will be to provide backup power to support operations in the event of a primary power interruption. The generator is expected to operate for 200 hours per year and will only be used...
The University of New Mexico (UNM) located at 1925 Las Lomas Rd NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87106, has submitted an application for an Air Quality Construction Permit.According to the application, the university is seeking approval to install a diesel-fired emergency generator with an internal combustion engine. The primary purpose of this backup generator is to provide support for operations during instances of power outages. The generator is expected to operate for 200 hours per year and will only be used during unavoidable loss of commercial power or for necessary...
ALBUQUERQUE – The Albuquerque Police Department Organized Crime Unit has charged Brian Robinson, 47, an offender on the Top 10 Shoplifting Offenders list. Detectives were able to connect and identify Robinson through video surveillance footage from the businesses. Robinson caused more than $100,000 in damage and theft. An arrest warrant for these cases was completed and he is being charged with the following offenses.Robinson is currently in the custody of Quay County, and they have been notified of the new felony charges and arrest warrant. APD’s Top 10 Shoplifting...
Albuquerque – Today, the City’s Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency (MRA) and developer Sunlight Homes celebrated the opening of Ocotillo Ridge, a transformative housing development project that breathes new life into the community. The project is a significant step towards addressing the city’s housing crisis and providing safe living options for Albuquerque families.Ocotillo Ridge, a result of a public-private partnership between Sunlight Homes and MRA, has transformed a vacant lot into 20 multi-family townhomes, enhancing the vibrancy of the Highland Neighborhood. MRA...
The University of New Mexico Health System is recognizing the dedication and compassion of its healthcare professionals during Patient Experience Week. According to a statement released, the week of April 29 is a time to honor the health care workers who are committed to making a positive impact on patients across the state.Among the thousands of professionals within the UNM Health System, the focus remains on providing quality patient care. As the statement highlights, teams across the system work diligently every day to ensure New Mexicans receive top-notch care with...
UNM alumnus Dominic Aragon has recently made headlines for his new book release in collaboration with NASCAR legend Geoff Bodine. The book, titled "All of It: Daytona 500 Champion Tells the Rest of the Story," has garnered praise and is now available in major retailers.Aragon expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to work with Bodine, stating, "It has been a dream come true to have worked with my racing hero Geoff Bodine and to tell his story. It was an honor to work with the Bodine's. Of all the people he knows and could have picked, I am forever grateful he took a...
AGC New Mexico has announced that The University of New Mexico (UNM) has been recognized with the Outstanding Public Owner Industry Choice Award in the esteemed 2024 Best Buildings Awards. In a statement, AGC New Mexico congratulated UNM for this achievement, highlighting the university's dedication to excellence in various facets of its operations.The award specifically acknowledges UNM's exceptional performance as a public owner and commends the institution for its commitment to best practices in business operations, stakeholder interactions, and the delivery of...
Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is set to host a small business forum on May 2, aimed at fostering connections with local small businesses and sharing upcoming opportunities for collaboration. The event will feature nearly 40 booths, offering resources from Sandia, other Department of Energy labs, and partners such as the Small Business Administration and various chambers of commerce.According to Sandia, in 2023, the laboratory allocated $1.08 billion to subcontracts with small businesses, with over $481 million directed towards small businesses...
The recently released New Mexico Election Study (NMES) for 2022 sheds light on the successful general election in the state, emphasizing strong security measures and voter access opportunities. The study, conducted by University of New Mexico (UNM) Professor Emeritus Lonna Atkeson, now Director of the LeRoy Collins Institute at Florida State University (FSU), along with UNM Political Science Professor Wendy Hansen, supported by New Mexico Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver, delves into the changes and advancements in election administration.Atkeson, one of the key...