New Outdoor Recreation Center Offers Outdoor Adventure to Students

Las Vegas, N.M. – Highlands University students can explore the great outdoors in the scenic Sangre de Cristo mountains near the university, thanks to a new Outdoor Recreation Center that provides the outdoor gear and excursions. The university celebrated the grand...

Student Contributes at Dominici Public Policy Conference

Las Vegas, N.M. – A Highlands University history and political science major contributed to a discussion of the 2016 presidential election as a panelist at the Dominici Public Policy Conference. Tamlyn Crain, a student government leader and senior at Highlands,...

Horse Public Art Project Builds Homecoming Spirit

Las Vegas, N.M – A new life-size fiberglass horse painted with a colorful Día de los Muertos theme will lead the way for the Highlands University homecoming parade Oct. 8. Homecoming festivities kick off Sept. 30 and continue through Oct. 9. Highlands media arts...

Track and Softball Athletes Tapped for Cowgirl Way Scholarships

Las Vegas, N.M – Two Highlands University women athletes who excel in both the classroom and their sports were tapped for Cowgirl Way scholarships. Kristen Montaño is an NCCA All-American in the 4 by 400 relay, RMAC champion in both the 4 by 400 and 4 by 200 relays,...

New HU Power of Excellence Program Recognizes High Achieving Employees

HU Power of Excellence is a new initiative to honor high achievers among the university’s employees including both faculty and staff. “We don’t hear enough about the important contributions and commitment of staff to the university,” said Carol Linder, interim provost...