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New Mexico Highlands University
Entering its 117th year, NMHU continues its historic mission on its main campus in Las Vegas and centers in Farmington, Roswell, Española/Santa Fe, Rio Rancho/Albuquerque and Raton.
Recent News
NMHU Associate VP Denise Montoya Named Vice-Chair of LANL Foundation Board
Montoya is working to bring more resources to rural communities in Northern New Mexico November 8, 2022 Dr. Denise Montoya, New Mexico Highlands University’s Associate Vice President for Finance, Administration, and Government Relations was…
Read More »New Mexico Highlands University Launches Three New Business Degrees
Online programs designed to meet the demands of working professionals strengthening their skillset November 7, 2022 The Department of Business Administration at Highlands University is pleased to announce three new degree programs: a Master of…
Read More »NMHU’s Santos-Medina wins prestigious AMP award
Non-traditional NMHU biology student’s research takes home top prize LAS VEGAS, NM – New Mexico Highlands University biology major Laura Santos-Medina’s research poster won first place at the New Mexico Alliance for Minority…
Read More »Free Community COVID Testing Continues at NMHU
New Mexico Highlands University continues to offer twice-weekly COVID testing in Melody Park for the campus and Las Vegas community. The free testing is held on Tuesdays from 10 to 11:30 a.m. and Thursdays from 2 until 3:30 p.m. “Testing…
Read More »Fire- and Flood-related Assistance
LAS VEGAS, NM — The Mora-San Miguel Long Term Recovery Group (LTRG) has paired with Neighbors Helping Neighbors (NHN) at New Mexico Highlands University to assist those affected by the recent fire and water disasters. The two groups – which…
Read More »New Mexico Highlands University Offers New Degree in Wildlife Biology and Conservation
The new degree provides foundational skills for professions in wildlife and animal management. LAS VEGAS, NM—Following a soft launch in the spring, New Mexico Highlands University has now fully launched its new bachelor of science degree in…
Read More »NMHU Professor, Dr. PJ Sedillo Receives Advocate of the Year Award
In his research, teaching, and advocacy, Dr. Sedillo champions LGBTQ+ students and Gifted students October 3, 2022 Highlands University Professor Dr. PJ Sedillo has been selected by the New Mexico Association for the Gifted as the 2022-2023 Advocate…
Read More »Highlands University Students Launch Water Conservation Campaign
After the fires and flooding, students at NMHU are working to educate others about how to reduce water use September 30, 2022 In response to the dwindling clean water supply in Las Vegas, New Mexico, students at New Mexico Highlands University have…
Read More »Highlands University Student Chapter Receives Merit Award from Society of Human Resource Management
Chapter recognized for providing student opportunities September 24, 2022 Las Vegas, NM, September 22, 2022—The student chapter of the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) at Highlands University received a 2021-2022 Merit Award from…
Read More »NMHU awarded $50,000 for College Food Security Initiative
Initiative will include a digital campaign, workshops, and speaking events to destigmatize hunger September 23, 2022 New Mexico Highlands University has received $50,000 from the Higher Education Department’s Addressing College Food Security…
Read More »New Mexico Highlands University Awarded $20.5 Million in State Endowment Funds
Funding to boost critical needs in New Mexico’s rural and Native communities September 21, 2022 New Mexico Highlands University has been awarded $20.5 million in endowment funding from New Mexico’s Higher Education Department (HED) to…
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