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NMSU’s New Mexico Alliance for Minority Participation helps increase STEM graduates
NMSU

NMSU’s New Mexico Alliance for Minority Participation helps increase STEM graduates

Since 1993, NM AMP has received almost $28 million in National Science Foundation funding.

City of Las Cruces opens registration for 2025 Neighborhood Leadership Academy
Local

City of Las Cruces opens registration for 2025 Neighborhood Leadership Academy

12-week program offers residents a hands-on look at city services and operations; registration ends Dec. 27

Seven Las Cruces schools celebrate traditional designation success
Education

Seven Las Cruces schools celebrate traditional designation success

NM Public Education Department recognizes academic progress and community collaboration across LCPS campuses

City of Las Cruces appoints Hector Terrazas as Deputy Director for Natural Gas and Energy
Local

City of Las Cruces appoints Hector Terrazas as Deputy Director for Natural Gas and Energy

Experienced civil engineer to lead energy resource management and development initiatives for the community

After a year of scrutiny, Joseph Shepard to resign as WNMU president
Education

After a year of scrutiny, Joseph Shepard to resign as WNMU president

A 2023 Searchlight New Mexico investigation found Western New Mexico University leaders used taxpayer dollars to travel the world, stay at resorts and furnish the president’s on-campus home. State authorities found the spending to be 'wasteful,' "improper' and in violation of university policies.

LCPD Academy graduates six cadets
Local

LCPD Academy graduates six cadets

The new LCPD recruits will now embark on an additional 14 weeks of field training.

New Mexico nears 2025 climate goals
State

New Mexico nears 2025 climate goals

Data highlights state emissions down by 29% by 2025

White Sands National Park celebrates fifth anniversary with special events
Lifestyle

White Sands National Park celebrates fifth anniversary with special events

Organ Mountain News report WHITE SANDS NATIONAL PARK - White Sands National Park, known for its stunning gypsum dunes and rich history, is marking its fifth anniversary as a national park with a week of special programs. From Monday, Dec. 16, to Friday, Dec. 20, visitors can enjoy a variety

NMSU biology professor featured in book highlighting women in STEM
NMSU

NMSU biology professor featured in book highlighting women in STEM

The book reveals the personal stories of 27 active female scientists who have overcome hurdles to achieve success.

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