SW New Mexico News

U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez (D-NM) voted against the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, known as the SAVE Act, which would require individuals to provide proof of U.S. citizenship when registering to vote in federal elections and bar illegal aliens from voting.

NMSU hosts Ciudad Juárez teachers for STEM workshops

The College of Engineering at New Mexico State University (NMSU) welcomed middle school teachers from Ciudad Juárez, Mexico, for a workshop on the scientific method and its application in everyday life.

NMSU alumnus honors father's legacy with Joe Anaya Memorial Scholarship

Honoring his father’s legacy of supporting higher education, NMSU College of Business alumnus Michael F. D. Anaya is giving back to students by providing the Joe Anaya Memorial Scholarship.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Grant County in week ending July 20?

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Grant County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 20, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

1 gas station in cities throughout Sierra County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending July 20

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Sierra County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 20, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Luna County in week ending July 20?

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

NMSU introduces additive-free tequila for Aggie fans

New Mexico State University (NMSU) has introduced Tepozán Tequila: The Crimson Edition as the latest addition to its Aggie-branded products. This collaboration between NM State Athletics and Tepozán Tequila, owned by NMSU alumnus Matthew Hechter and co-founder Chris Brandon, will be launched on August 8 at Elephant Ranch in Las Cruces.

NMSU alum transitions from astronomy studies into tech sector

Manny Canas earned a bachelor’s degree in astrophysics before choosing New Mexico State University (NMSU) in 2019 to pursue a master’s degree. Guided by NMSU astronomy associate professor Wladimir Lyra, Canas collaborated on Lyra’s 2022 NASA Emerging Worlds grant before earning his master’s in 2023.

Field day at NMSU Clovis center focuses on biochar's impact on soil health

Biochar, a charcoal-like material prepared from crop and forest residue, can significantly impact soil health for both large- and small-scale farms in New Mexico.

1 gas station in cities throughout Hidalgo County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending July 20

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Hidalgo County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 20, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Assistant professor K.T. Manis advances strategic marketing through innovative approaches

Marketing can serve as a powerful catalyst for building a business or brand, but there's a depth of strategic intricacies beyond what initially meets the eye. One faculty member in the College of Business has been delving into the field of strategic marketing, thanks to his entrepreneurial background and interest in strategic issues.

NSF awards $6 million grant to NMSU for climate change research

New Mexico State University has received a four-year, $6 million grant from the National Science Foundation through the Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR). This funding is part of 14 projects worth $77.8 million aimed at building research and development capacity and strengthening STEM education opportunities in often underfunded states.

NMSU graduate student preserves history through archival project