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Two New Mexico State University professors, Donovan Bailey and Zachary Rogers, have played a significant role in a global scientific endeavor that has contributed to a major breakthrough in plant science. Led by the Kew Royal Botanical Gardens in London, a group of 279 researchers, including Bailey and Rogers, utilized a breakthrough DNA-sequencing toolkit to decode DNA from samples of over 9,500 species of angiosperms, which are seed plants that produce flowers.The findings of this collaborative effort have been published in the journal “Nature” in an article titled...

NMSU Celebrates Arab American, Asian American, Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Communities

Celebrations are currently underway at New Mexico State University to honor the Arab American, Asian American, and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander communities. The university's Asian and Pacific Islander Program (APIP) has been actively involved in commemorating these heritage months.According to Sophia Sangwanthong, director of APIP, celebrating the accomplishments and contributions of API/AAPI individuals is crucial. She stated, "It is so important to celebrate and honor the accomplishments, culture, and contributions of our API/AAPI students, faculty, and staff to...

NMSU to host Aggie Remembrance Day May 1

New Mexico State University has announced that it will host the annual Aggie Remembrance Day on May 1 to honor NMSU students, employees, and alumni who passed away in the preceding year. The Aggie Memorial Ceremony is scheduled to take place at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday at the NMSU Spiritual Center.According to Michelle Grandjean, the associate director of Student Involvement and Leadership Programs at NMSU, the university initiated a tradition two years ago to pay tribute to deceased Aggies. Grandjean stated, "Every year, a rock representing each passed student will be...

NMSU Graduate Students Honored by Doña Ana County Commission

Students from New Mexico State University’s Graduate School were recognized earlier this week by the Doña Ana Board of County Commissioners with a proclamation that celebrates their remarkable achievements and engagement throughout the county. The proclamation highlights the impact of graduate students at NMSU and their diverse talents, perspective, and contribution to a dynamic and inclusive society."New Mexico State University stands as a beacon of higher education statewide, fostering innovation, research and intellectual growth," as stated in the proclamation....

Aggie Legend, ‘A’ Mountain Award recipients celebrated on NMSU Founders Day

New Mexico State University celebrated its annual Founders Day on April 24 at Traders Plaza to honor the university's history and heritage. During the event, the prestigious “A” Mountain Staff Award and the Aggie Legend accolades were bestowed upon deserving recipients.Freddie Romero, an academic adviser at the Center for Academic Advising and Student Support, was awarded the “A” Mountain Staff Award for his unwavering dedication to student success. Romero expressed his gratitude by stating, "My colleagues and I in the advising center always take a holistic approach when...

NMSU Board of Regents to convene for special, regular meetings

The New Mexico State University Board of Regents is set to convene for both a special meeting and a regular meeting in the upcoming weeks, as announced on April 25, 2024.The special meeting is scheduled for 1 p.m. on Monday, April 29, at the Regents Room of the Educational Services Center on NMSU’s Las Cruces campus. Following this, the Board of Regents will hold a regular meeting at 9 a.m. on Thursday, May 9, also at the Regents Room of the Educational Services Building on the same campus.Both of these important meetings will be livestreamed for public viewing,...

1 gas station in cities throughout Luna County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Apr. 20

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Luna County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

Bernalillo County had 560 fewer active licenses to practice law in March than previous month

There were 560 fewer active legal licenses in Bernalillo County in March compared to the previous month, according to the State Bar of New Mexico.

Denton County: 2 more active licenses to practice law in March than previous month

There were two more active legal licenses in Denton County in March compared to the previous month, according to the State Bar of New Mexico.

Emergency Manager Stephen Lopez named interim county manager

Doña Ana County, NM - The Doña Ana County Board of Commissioners has announced Stephen Lopez as interim county manager, effective May 1. Lopez brings over three decades of extensive experience in law enforcement, emergency management, and academia to his new role.Lopez, who began his career in law enforcement at New Mexico State University (NMSU) in 1987, worked there for 33 years, with the last eight years as Chief of Police. He also served as adjunct faculty for 14 years, teaching courses in public health and criminal justice. In January 2021, Lopez joined the County as...

NMSU Art Museum Showcases Student Talent in BFA Exhibition

New Mexico State University is proud to announce the upcoming 2024 BFA Exhibition, featuring the works of six talented undergraduate students. The exhibition, titled “Truly, Lovingly, Viciously,” will be held at the Mullennix Bridge Art Gallery in Devasthali Hall from April 25 to May 11.According to assistant professor of art Motoko Furuhashi, the exhibition is a culmination of the students' dedication and hard work throughout their time at NMSU. Furuhashi stated, “The BFA Exhibition reflects everything they have done throughout these years of their degree at NMSU. They...

Summer Internship Program Accepting Applications for Students

Students in Doña Ana County now have the opportunity to apply for a summer internship program that offers valuable career-based experiences. The program, supported by funding from the New Mexico Public Education Department, provides students with compensation of $15 per hour, totaling up to $2,400 for the duration of the internship. This initiative aims to engage students between the ages of 15 and 18, including graduating seniors.Applicants interested in this internship opportunity are encouraged to visit the county's website for further details on how to apply....

Cheapest premium gas in cities across Sierra County in week ending Apr. 20

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Sierra County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

Cheapest diesel in cities across Luna County in week ending Apr. 20

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Luna County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

Seniors Recognized on Academic Signing Day

As many as 70 seniors from all six Las Cruces Public Schools high schools will be recognized for their academic achievements and post-secondary choice during the district’s 10th Annual Academic Signing Day. The ceremonial signing will take place on Wednesday, April 24 at 5:30 p.m. in the multipurpose room at Arrowhead Park Early College High School.Each of the district’s high schools nominate seniors to be recognized. The event, which first started in 2015, was created to honor the achievements and college selections of exemplary seniors much like athletes are recognized...

How many companies were inspected by the FDA in cities located in Sierra County in Q4 2023?

There were three companies in a city associated with Sierra County that received three FDA inspections in the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

NMSU Hosted Inaugural NM Technology Student Association State Leadership Conference

The New Mexico Technology Student Association, managed through New Mexico State University’s College of Engineering, is the STEM career technical student organization for the state of New Mexico, and NMSU hosted the inaugural NM TSA state leadership conference April 12-13 in Las Cruces. More than 200 students from middle and high school chapters across the state showcased their projects and practiced leadership through more than 55 different science, technology, engineering and mathematics competitions. Volcano Vista High School was named this year’s state champion....

NMSU College of Business student Alan Aguilar excels ahead of graduation