By CHUCK MCCULLOUGH
Candidate For Position 2
UNM-LA Advisory Board

Over the past couple of months, UNM-LA administrators and staff have been exceedingly generous with their time, answering my questions regarding operations, student services, instructional matters, and other issues. They have shared their insights concerning the successes and the challenges of operating this small college in this small town.

I come away from these conversations with the realization that we are indeed fortunate to have this special group of people at UNM-LA, gracious and well-spoken, highly competent and capable, and deeply dedicated to the school and students. Their outlook and hard work are reasons why UNM-LA is doing as well as it is, filling an important niche in our community.

I have also gained a sense of what they need from an Advisory Board. I can assure you that the folks who are in the trenches every day, who are committed to this school and its mission in our community and northern New Mexico, want an Advisory Board that listens, asks good questions, engages the issues, and invests in the university. Administrators and staff want to hear from and partner with the community, working together to bring the best possible educational experience to students who are looking for a solid start to their post-secondary journey. The Advisory Board plays an essential role in the university-community conversation.

These are precisely the areas where good Advisory Board members step into the process: eager to listen and learn, discuss the issues, and proactively collaborate with all stakeholders. The effective Board member at UNM-LA will be less inclined to push a personal agenda and more inclined to support the good things that are taking place and participate in the exploration of creative solutions to real concerns. At the bottom line, this community college needs Advisory Board members who care about and work for the good of every student, bringing experience, common sense, and a heart for service to the task. 

With my background and experience, I will bring these qualities to the board. That is why I am running for Position 2 on the UNM-LA Advisory Board.                                                        

Thank you for your support!