Highlands University Board of Regents
Dr. Frank Sanchez
Regent
505-429-3883
The New Mexico State Senate on March 13, 2021 confirmed Gov. Michelle Lujan's appointment of Dr. Frank Sanchez to the Highlands University Board of Regents. His term on the Highlands University Board of Regents continues to Dec. 31, 2026.
“I have a lifelong dedication to service advocating for the well-being of the people of Northern New Mexico,” Sanchez said. “My main area of interest as a new regent at Highlands is to make higher education available to all. I hope I can help Highlands grow and move forward. My main goal is to see a resurgence on the Las Vegas campus.” More ...
Robert Lucero
Regent
505-429-5921
The New Mexico State Senate on March 15, 2023, confirmed Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s appointment of Robert L. Lucero, Jr., to the New Mexico Highlands University Board of Regents. His term on continues to Dec. 31, 2028.
A native of Las Vegas, New Mexico, Lucero grew up across the street from Highlands campus. His father and grandfather obtained undergraduate and graduate degrees from Highlands, and his father formerly directed the Highlands mariachi ensemble. More ...
Gary Tripp
Regent
505-429-6424
Appointed by Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham and confirmed by the New Mexico State Senate on March 7, 2025, Gary John Tripp proudly serves as a member of the Highlands University (HU) Board of Regents. His term extends through December 31, 2030.
A lifelong resident of Las Vegas, New Mexico, Gary’s dedication to his hometown and the people of Northern New Mexico is unwavering...more
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- Agendas and announcements
- Open Meetings Act (PDF)
- Meeting Minutes
- Regents Policy Guide (PDF)
- Corrective Action Plan, FY2023 Audit Findings (PDF)
- Corrective Action Plan, FY2023 Audit Findings, June 2024 Update (PDF)
- Corrective Action Plan, FY2023 Audit Findings, Sept. 2024 Update (PDF)
- Corrective Action Plan, FY2023 Audit Findings, November 2024 Update (PDF)
- Corrective Action Plan, FY2024 Audit Findings, February 2025 Update (PDF)
- Corrective Action Plan, FY2024 Audit Findings, June 2025 Update (PDF)
New Mexico Highlands University Mission
New Mexico Highlands University is a public comprehensive university serving our local and global communities. Our mission is to provide opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students to attain an exceptional education by fostering creativity, critical thinking and research in the liberal arts, sciences, and professions within a diverse community. For more information about our mission, click here.