WNMU School of Business reaches record enrollment
Western New Mexico University’s School of Business reached a record 348 declared majors this fall, with gains across several degree programs.
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WNMU housing nears capacity as enrollment grows, staff pay gaps persist
Western New Mexico University regents heard campus housing is 98% full as first-time undergraduate enrollment rises, while nearly half of non-represented staff remain below salary-grade minimums.
DACC nursing program becomes first in New Mexico to earn international simulation endorsement
Doña Ana Community College’s nursing program has become the first in New Mexico to receive a Healthcare Simulation Standards Endorsement from an international nursing simulation association.
Most New Mexico schools receive conditional approval in first accreditation review
New Mexico’s first school accreditation review found 578 of 830 schools approved with conditions, while 67 received federal supervisory designations.
Golden Apple launches new pathway to help veterans become teachers in New Mexico
Golden Apple Foundation has launched Veterans into Teaching, a new pathway designed to help veterans transition into teaching careers, including through its New Mexico Scholars program.
NMSU launches systemwide mentorship program for undergraduate students
NMSU will launch a systemwide mentorship program this fall, pairing undergraduate students with faculty, staff and administrators for yearlong guidance.
Las Cruces educator joins statewide fellowship shaping New Mexico education policy
Las Cruces educator Jessica Castro-Buelna is the sole southern New Mexico fellow in a statewide Teach Plus cohort that will work with policymakers on major education issues.
DACC plans open houses and community resource fairs across Doña Ana County
Doña Ana Community College will host open houses and resource fairs in Anthony, Sunland Park and Las Cruces beginning Sept. 3, with free food, activities and information.
LCPS has 189 funded Head Start, PreK seats still available
LCPS has 189 funded Head Start and New Mexico PreK seats still available for 2026-27, according to an early childhood report going to the school board Tuesday.
