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NMSU’s J. Paul Taylor Symposium Explores Social Justice for Women, LGBTQ+ Communities

By SW New Mexico News | Apr 2, 2024

New Mexico State University is set to host the 19th annual J. Paul Taylor Social Justice Symposium on April 10, focusing on "Transformative Leadership: Women, Gender Diversity, and Social Justice." The event, organized by NMSU’s gender and sexuality studies, aims to honor the leadership contributions of women and LGBTQ+ individuals in various sectors.M. Catherine Jonet, associate professor of gender and sexuality studies at NMSU, highlighted the significance of the symposium, stating, “It honors the leadership contributions of women and LGBTQ+ folks across the NMSU system,...

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Faculty Focus: Andrea Orzoff Enhances Student Opportunities at NMSU

By SW New Mexico News | Apr 2, 2024

Andrea Orzoff, an associate professor of history at New Mexico State University and faculty fellow in the William Conroy Honors College, has been actively involved in expanding student opportunities at the university. Orzoff, who has been leading the university’s Fellowships Office since 2021, plays a crucial role in helping numerous students each semester in their quest to broaden their educational horizons both nationally and internationally.The Fellowships Office, located within the Honors College, is a valuable resource for the entire NMSU community. It offers...

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New headshot booth at NMSU offers professional images for campus community

By SW New Mexico News | Apr 2, 2024

New Mexico State University has unveiled a new resource on campus aimed at providing professional headshot services to its students, faculty, staff, and visitors. The Nusenda Professional Headshot Booth, located in the Corbett Center Student Union, offers a convenient and free way for individuals to obtain high-quality headshots for various purposes."We're grateful for our partnership with Nusenda Credit Union and for their generous financial support of the professional headshot booth," expressed Tony Marin, assistant vice president for Student Affairs at NMSU. "Nusenda...

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NMSU Foundation to host 1888 Minutes of Giving April 23-24

By SW New Mexico News | Apr 2, 2024

The NMSU Foundation is gearing up to launch a new flash fundraising campaign, titled Founders Day: 1888 Minutes of Giving, in honor of New Mexico State University's founding in 1888. The campaign will run from 10 a.m. on April 23 to 5:28 p.m. on April 24, totaling 1,888 minutes of continuous fundraising to support 24 different programs at NMSU.Jason Arvizu, assistant vice president of alumni relations and annual giving at the NMSU Foundation, expressed the significance of the campaign, stating, “This campaign pays tribute to the visionaries who founded NMSU over a century...

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Sierra County: Six lawyers with active licenses to practice law as of February

By SW New Mexico News | Apr 1, 2024

There were six lawyers with active licenses to practice in Sierra County as of February, according to the State Bar of New Mexico.

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Sierra County in week ending Mar. 30

By SW New Mexico News | Apr 1, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Sierra County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 30, according to GasBuddy.com.

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NMSU’s Pitch Deck Sprint accepting applications from NM tech startups

By SW New Mexico News | Apr 1, 2024

New Mexico State University’s Arrowhead Center is set to provide its Pitch Deck Sprint online accelerator for tech startups located in New Mexico. The program, part of the Scale Up New Mexico initiative, aims to enhance the pitch deck presentations of entrepreneurs and startups in the state.“The Pitch Deck Sprint program stands as a pivotal resource for New Mexico's entrepreneurs, offering vital support that is instrumental in refining their pitch presentations,” said Dana Catron, deputy director of Arrowhead Center. “This initiative not only equips them with the tools to...

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Fire Rescue Academy 4 Graduates 17 Firefighters

By SW New Mexico News | Apr 1, 2024

Doña Ana County Fire Rescue is set to honor the graduation of 17 firefighters who have successfully completed the rigorous requirements to become certified firefighters. The ceremony will take place at 1 p.m. on Friday, April 5 at the Doña Ana Community College, East Mesa Campus Auditorium in Las Cruces, welcoming members of the public to join in the celebration.According to the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress, each graduate has satisfactorily finished a 16-week-long Fire Academy course, earning them certification from the prestigious organization. These...

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County Assessor’s Office Sends Valuation Notices and Sets Up Outreach Locations

By SW New Mexico News | Apr 1, 2024

The County Assessor’s Office has taken steps to inform property owners of their property values and tax obligations. According to the office, property owners have until May 1 to protest the values listed in the Notice of Value that was sent out on April 1. County Assessor Eugenia “Gina” Montoya Ortega provided details on the protest process, stating that protests must be submitted in writing to the office's address in Las Cruces, NM.In addition to protesting property values, taxpayers have the opportunity to apply for various exemptions. These exemptions include cases...