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Education

  • Professor from NMHU to be keynote speaker at European event

    A New Mexico Highlands history professor will deliver the keynote address at an international medieval history conference in Prague, Czech Republic, that focuses on literacy during the later Middle Ages.

    Steven Williams, an internationally known scholar of medieval intellectual history, will speak at Charles University’s Centre for Medieval Studies at the conference, “Books of Knowledge and Their Reception,” Oct. 18–20.

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  • Media Arts interns make their mark at cultural institutions

    By Margaret McKinney, N.M. Highlands University

    Fifteen New Mexico Highlands media arts and technology students will make their mark at cultural institutions throughout the state this summer using the latest multimedia technology.

    The paid internships are thanks to a collaborative funding model between the Newman’s Own Foundation, the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs, and New Mexico cultural institutions.

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  • Graduate geology student conducts research on Santa Fe River

    By Margaret McKinney, N.M. Highlands University
    A New Mexico Highlands geology graduate student will conduct a hydrogeology research study of the lower Santa Fe River that aims to measure the quantity and quality of the water as it flows into the Rio Grande.

    Ryan Mann, a 41-year-old Albuquerque native and Santa Fe resident, received a grant from the New Mexico Water Resources Research Institute to fund his study.

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  • NMHU professor will attend largest women’s conference in its field

    By Margaret McKinney, N.M. Highlands University

    A New Mexico Highlands computer science professor received a faculty scholarship to participate in the world’s largest gathering of women computer scientists.

    Jessica Johnsen competed with applicants from across the globe to attend the 2018 Grace Hopper Celebration of Women in Computing in Houston from Sept. 26 to 28.

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  • WLVHS, Highlands grad headed for UNM Biomedical Sciences doctoral program

    Rebecca Sena aims to delve into the mysteries of the brain and neuropharmacology during her doctoral studies in biomedical sciences at the University of New Mexico.

    “I have always had a fascination with the brain,” Sena said. “At Highlands, I became intrigued with the fundamental neurobiology of mental health disorders. My long-term goal is to perform research in neuropharmacology and gain insight into drugs that will treat psychiatric disorders.”

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  • WLV grad one of only 28 in N.M. to secure scholarship

    Las Vegas Optic reports

    ALBUQUERQUE — Comcast  NBC/Universal today announced that it has awarded $37,000 in scholarships for the 2018-19 school year to 28 New Mexico students as part of its annual Leaders and Achievers Scholarship Program.

    The program, funded by the Comcast Foundation, recognizes the best and brightest high school seniors for their community service, academic performance and leadership skills.

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  • Smiling standout

    Robertson High School’s Nico Fulgenzi, who helped earn a runner-up doubles trophy at last month’s Class 1A/4A state championships in Albuquerque.

    He held up a trophy while representing the boys tennis team at the May 17 Las Vegas City Schools board meeting; other players were absent.

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  • Rubber-duck race at NMHU swimming pool Friday

    By Margaret McKinney, N.M. Highlands University

    Rubber ducks will be swimming the waters of the Highlands University swimming pool Friday, June 15, to raise money for student success.

    Meet at 11 a.m. at the university’s swimming pool in its natatorium at 908 Baca Ave. to cheer for your little ducky in the race.

    “The duck race is a fun way to show off our facilities, stay cool in the summer, and raise money for student scholarships and important university programs,” said Juli Salman, Alumni Office director.

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  • Last day for Luna

    Luna Community College was still taking in new registrant for summer classes this week.

    The last day to register for the 2018  summer session is Friday.

    To view the summer schedule visit luna.edu or call 505-454-2500.

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  • Highlands alumna receives ‘Teacher Who Inspires’ honor

    By Margaret McKinney, N.M. Highlands University

    A Highlands University alumna named for a 2018 “Teachers Who Inspire” award said success at teaching middle school math is about relationships, not just numbers.

    Melissa Romero, a seventh- and eighth-grade math teacher at El Camino Real Academy in Santa Fe Public Schools for the past four years, received the Partners in Education Foundation honor, and a $1,500 check, in May.

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