


New Mexico Highlands University recognized for commitment to improving experiences and advancing outcomes for first-generation college students
NMHU Selected for Inclusion in the FirstGen Forward Network FirstGen Forward, formerly the Center for First-generation Student Success, recently announced New Mexico Highlands University (NMHU) as one of eighty new members of the FirstGen Forward Network for 2024-25....
NMHU’S CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE RELEASES THE FIRST SOCIAL WORKERS OF NEW MEXICO SURVEY, SHOWING A HIGHLY COMMITTED BUT OVERWHELMED WORKFORCE
The Social Workers of New Mexico Survey Helps Legislators Understanding the Needs of New Mexico’s Social Workers NMHU’s Center for Excellence in Social Work, a statewide research and professional development resource for social workers and behavioral health providers,...
New Mexico Highlands University Women’s Track Athletes Earn All-American Honors
Two individuals and a relay team from the New Mexico Highlands University female athletes took home All-American honors at the NCAA DII Track and and Field National Championships held May 23-25 in at Emporia State University. Sophomore Patreece Clarke earned...
New Mexico Highlands Recognizes Top Student-Athletes
New Mexico Highlands sprinter Ashley Barrett, who made her mark at the recent Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference track and field championships, was named both the female freshman and female athlete of the year for NMHU at the school’s awards banquet Wednesday. Barrett...
Fiesta De La Hispanidad a Success
Local Music Showcases the Culture of Northern New Mexico LAS VEGAS, NM- Local musicians, community members, and local school children alike participated in the 26th Annual Fiesta de la Hispanidad at Ilfeld Auditorium on the New Mexico Highlands University campus on...
Social Work Leaders, Educators, and Students from Across New Mexico Joining Together to Combat Workforce Challenges
New Mexico Highlands University Center for Excellence in Social Work convenes inaugural Social Work Education Summit Social Work Education Summit webpage Las Vegas, NM – The New Mexico Highlands University Center for Excellence in Social Work will host New...
Fiesta De La Hispanidad to Showcase Northern New Mexican Culture
26th Annual Fiesta to Take Place at Ilfeld Auditorium LAS VEGAS, NM — The Department of Languages and Culture at New Mexico Highlands University invites you to join them on Sunday, April 14th at 2 PM for the Fiesta De La Hispanidad, a popular event that features...
New Mexico Highlands University Ranked Among Top 100 Most Affordable Colleges Nationally
NMHU is the only New Mexico higher education institution ranked in the Top 100 for both online and overall affordability by College Consensus Las Vegas, NM–New Mexico Highlands University has been ranked No. 28 nationally among the 100 Most Affordable Online Colleges...
NMHU Researchers Discover New Species of Giant Anaconda in South America
Northern Green Anaconda Found on Study Led By Dr. Jesus Rivas and Dr. Sarah Corey-Rivas Read the complete study here (PDF) Las Vegas, NM– Researchers from New Mexico Highlands University (NMHU) have identified a new species of Giant Anaconda, the Northern Green...
Students Receive Free Laptops from Technology Connected Communities
NMHU/Technology Connected Communities Collaboration Provides 43 Laptops Las Vegas, NM – January 18, 2024 – The Technology Connected Communities (TCC) presented free laptops to 43 NMHU students this past Thursday. Organized in collaboration with New Mexico...
New Mexico Highlands University Names Dr. Neil Woolf its Next President
Dr. Woolf brings over 22 years of higher education administrative experience to NMHU LAS VEGAS, NM–The New Mexico Highlands University Board of Regents has selected Dr. Neil Woolf to be the institution’s 19th president. Dr. Woolf has been appointed to a conditional...
NMHU Hires Familiar Name as Head Volleyball Coach
Former Assistant Coach Meg Grose will Lead the Cowgirls Las Vegas, NM—Meg Grose has been named the head volleyball coach at New Mexico Highlands University. Grose was the assistant coach at New Mexico Highlands from 2020-2022, where she served as the team’s...Damian L. Martinez: Distinguished Alumnus
Damian Martinez is a newly appointed United States Magistrate Judge for the District of New Mexico. And although he says there isn’t a direct career path to becoming a federal judge, Martinez’s journey to becoming one began at NMHU. Martinez began his college career...Victoria Stark-Romero: Distinguished Young Alumna
Victoria Stark-Romero is a three-time graduate of NMHU and currently works as the Nursing Program Coordinator for NMHU’s new online master’s degree in nursing. Her role is busy and hands-on, from student advising, to coordinating program details and clinicals,...Travis McKenzie: Forever Cowboy Student Award
Travis McKenzie, a middle school teacher in Bernalillo County, is a strong proponent of culturally relevant education. As a lifelong student himself, McKenzie’s route to NMHU was a winding one filled with the pursuit of hands-on learning. “I went into the college...Sylvester “Syl” Perez: Highlands Spirit Award
Long after he graduated from NMHU, Sylvester “Syl” Perez took over the helm of the NMHU Athletic Alumni H Club team. He was recognized as a Distinguished Alumnus and is a member of the H Club Hall of Fame. Perez received his doctorate in Educational Administration...President Sam Minner: Homecoming Parade Grand Marshal
Highlands University president, Sam Minner, doesn’t currently have any tattoos but this year he’s going to get his first. The tattoo will be a small, purple square with the white Highlands “H” inside of it. As he finishes his 9th and final year as the president of...
NMHU’s Technology Connected Communities Project Provided Computers for Students
86 students received new laptops thanks to a federal grant The new laptops were provided through a federal grant from the National Telecommunication and Information Administration (NTIA), a division of the US Department of Commerce. The NMHU School of Education...