New Mexico Highlands University has named Steve Jones its head baseball coach, marking a return to the program for Coach Jones. He led the Highlands baseball squad for 17 years and was inducted into the H-Club Hall of Honor in 2019. Jones’s NMHU teams qualified for...
Scott Noble brings over 20 years of collegiate athletics experience to NMHU New Mexico Highlands University has named Scott Noble the new Athletic Director. Noble comes to NMHU from Western New Mexico University, where he has served as the Executive Director of...
Pugh comes to the Cowgirls after a successful tenure at Yavapai College New Mexico Highlands University (NMHU) has named Kali Pugh the new coach of the Cowgirls’ softball program. Pugh comes to NMHU from Arizona’s Yavapai College, where she just led the Roughriders to...
New Mexico Highlands University is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Geri Glover as the Interim Dean of the School of Education. Dr. Glover brings over 16 years of dedicated service to the School of Education and over two decades of expertise in mental...
Dr. Brown brings 20 years of higher education administration experience to NMHU New Mexico Highlands University is excited to announce the hiring of Dr. Dann Brown as its new Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs. Dr. Brown will begin his term on June 30. ...
Dr. Anna Nelson previously served as NMHU’s Executive Director of the New Mexico Center for Excellence in Social Work New Mexico Highlands University is pleased to announce Anna Nelson, PhD, LCSW, as the new Dean of the Facundo Valdez School of Social Work. Dr. Nelson...
New Mexico Highlands University is proud to present the Cowboy-Up Business Pitch Competition, a showcase of creativity, entrepreneurship, and achievement. Sponsored by the School of Business, this three-day event takes place from April 22 to April 24. By integrating...
New Mexico Highlands University hosted its first annual PRIDE Week, a celebration of the LGBTQ+ community that formed part of the President’s Council on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiative. This event marked a historic milestone showcasing commitment to an...
Settembre brings seven years of successful college coaching experience to the Cowboys New Mexico Highlands University is excited to announce that Zach Settembre has been named the next head men’s basketball coach. Settembre comes to Las Vegas from Tarleton State...
As the vibrant colors of spring blossom across the northern landscape, New Mexico Highlands University (NMHU) prepares for a much-anticipated celebration—the 27th Annual “La Fiesta de la Hispanidad.” This cherished event celebrates Hispanic heritage and...
New Mexico Highlands University is making waves in its pursuit of athletic and academic excellence through an exciting new recruitment initiative in American Samoa, specifically on the island of Tutuila. A specialized team, comprised of representatives from...
New Mexico Highlands University is proud to celebrate the achievements of Dr. Paul James “PJ” Sedillo, whose peer-reviewed article on risk and resiliency factors related to suicide and suicidal ideation has been recognized by the International Journal of Arts,...
New Mexico Highlands University is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Jennifer Lindline as the new Faculty Senate Chair. Dr. Lindline, a Professor of Geology and the Environmental Science and Water Resources Program Coordinator, has been a dedicated member of...
The Facundo Valdez School of Social Work at New Mexico Highlands University proudly announces the recent achievements of its Center of Excellence, presented to the Research and Public Service Project (RPSP) committee. In partnership with the New Mexico Office of...
In the heart of Las Vegas, one spirited alumna shines bright for her unwavering dedication to New Mexico Highlands University (NMHU). Carla O’Neil, a proud member of the class of 1993, embodies the values of education and family that resonate within the campus...
LAS VEGAS, N.M. – New Mexico Highlands University University President Dr. Neil Woolf has named Shanna Halalilo NMHU’s Athletic Director. As a result, NMHU will no longer have co-athletic directors overseeing its Athletic Department as it has for the past two...
The outstanding efforts of New Mexico Highlands University Donnelly Library Director Ruben Aragón and Associate Library Director April Kent were recognized with prestigious awards by the New Mexico Library Association at its recent annual conference. The 2024...
Gina Von Hartmann is a vibrant force in the contemporary art scene, and she is currently serving as the Head Curator of the Ray Drew & Kennedy Galleries and University Art Collections at New Mexico Highlands University. Von Hartmann is looking to boost the...
The Pecos River is a cleaner and healthier place thanks to the dedicated efforts of Environmental Geology students and faculty from New Mexico Highlands University. Several students and faculty participated in the Pecos River Cleanup Day, an impactful event,...
Dr. Paul Grindstaff, the new vice president for Advancement, brings a unique and diverse background to New Mexico Highlands University. Originally from Dallas and deeply rooted in the vibrant community of Las Cruces, Grindstaff embarked on his academic journey at New...
