NMSU alumnusâ debut novel earns national recognition
NMSU alumnus Canyon Youngâs debut novel, âEyes on the Horizon,â was named a finalist for a 2026 Spur Award from Western Writers of America.
Recognitions
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WNMU teacher preparation programs earn âA+â grades for reading instruction
Two Western New Mexico University teacher preparation programs earned âA+â grades in a national review of how future educators are trained to teach reading.
Nominations open for 2026 Latinés in Leadership Awards
The Latinés in Leadership Awards are accepting nominations through Sept. 11, with honors spanning business, education, public service, STEM, agriculture and community advocacy.
WNMU professor honored for bilingual education work
WNMU professor Alexandra Neves received a statewide bilingual education award from the Association of Bilingual Education New Mexico.
U.S. Attorneyâs Office to honor Las Cruces police chief July 10
The U.S. Attorneyâs Office for the District of New Mexico will honor Las Cruces Police Chief Jeremy Story during a July 10 ceremony.
Las Cruces finance director receives national public service honor
Las Cruces Finance Director Lesley Doyle has received a national public service recognition from the Government Finance Officers Association.
Las Cruces preservation chair receives state heritage award
Dr. Jerry Wallace, chair of the Las Cruces Historic Preservation Committee, received a state Heritage Preservation Individual Achievement Award.
Memorial Medical Center earns national stroke care recognition
Memorial Medical Center has received the American Heart Associationâs Get With The Guidelines - Stroke Gold Plus award for stroke care.
New Mexico secretary of state receives lifetime achievement award
New Mexico Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver received a lifetime achievement award from the Center for Election Innovation & Research.
