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Santa Fe World Affairs Forum Presents Seminar & Symposium Featuring International Speakers

Submitted by Chris Clark on March 27, 2016

SFWAF News:

SANTA FE ― The refugee crises in the Middle East and Europe and the hot button topic of immigration in this year’s U.S. presidential campaign have brought into stark relief the issues raised by migration of large groups of people across borders. Why do we erect walls and other barriers?

This topic will be explored by the School for Advanced Research (SAR) in an April 20 colloquium titled The World of Walls: Why Are We Building New Barriers to Divide Us? In addition, a two-day symposium sponsored by the Santa Fe World Affairs Forum (SFWAF) April

Pinon Students Share Skills With School Board

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on March 26, 2016

The Los Alamos School Board met for a work session Thursday at Pinon Elementary School in White Rock. Students from Pinon talked about what they are learning this year. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com

Third grade students perform on the recorder. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com

Reann Murphy with the clay elephant she created in her second grade class. Students at Pinon created art in the styles of Asia this year. The elephants are on display in the school lobby. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com

Pinon art teacher Stephanie Rittner shows the

UNM-LA Advisory Board Vacancy

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on March 25, 2016

UNM-LA News:

Michael DiRosa has resigned his position as a UNM-Los Alamos Advisory Board member due to a work assignment that will have him away from Los Alamos for the next two years.

DiRosa was elected to the position in February of 2015.

“We appreciate Michael’s service on our Advisory Board,” UNM-LA Executive Director Dr. Cindy Rooney said. “His passion for higher education and his commitment to the success of our campus were evident in all of our interactions. We wish him the best in his new assignment.”

Per UNM-LA bylaws, when a vacancy occurs during Read More

LAHS Students Launch Atomic Landscapes

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on March 25, 2016

By BERNADETTE LAURITZEN

Los Alamos

To say that Los Alamos High School teacher Holly Phillips is proud of her students would be an understatement. This week, Phillips, a work study teacher was proud to announce that two of her pupils have taken the skills they have acquired to launch their own business.

Leo Marquez and James Larranaga have created Atomic Landscapes, which can be found on Facebook as they spring into business this month.

“I’m really proud of Leo and James,” Phillips said. “These young men have worked hard to build their entrepreneurial skills while contributing Read More

UNM-LA Student Jemima Spill Earns Academic Scholarship

Submitted by Chris Clark on March 25, 2016

Jemima Spill, center, a UNM-LA student selected to the All-State Academic Team, was honored at the State Capitol in Santa Fe during the Legislative Session. She is pictured here with UNM-LA CEO Dr. Cindy Rooney, right, and her mother Mary Spill. Courtesy/UNM-LA

UNM-LA News:

University of New Mexico-Los Alamos sophomore Jemima Spill was selected in January as a 2016 Coca-Cola Community College Academic Team Silver Scholar.

The 19-year-old from Española will receive the $1,250 scholarship provided by the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation, in September. She will graduate

State Museums; Historic Sites Closed Easter Sunday

Submitted by Chris Clark on March 25, 2016

STATE News:

The four state museums in Santa Fe, the New Mexico Museum of Art and New Mexico History Museum/Palace of the Governor’s both located on the Plaza, and the Museum of Indian Arts and Culture and the Museum of International Folk Art both located on Museum Hill, will be closed Easter Sunday.

The museums will reopen at 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 29.

All state historic sites also will be closed on Easter Sunday;

Jemez (Jemez Springs);
Coronado (Bernalillo);
El Camino Real (Socorro);
Fort Selden (Radium Springs);
Fort Sumner/Bosque Redondo (Fort Sumner);

Business And Community Leaders Gather At Red And Black Ball To Support Youth

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on March 24, 2016

Business and community leaders (Benefactors of Youth) gather Saturday night at the YMCA’s annual Red and Black Ball and are honored for their support. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com

Members of the YMCA’s Chairman’s Roundtable are honored at Saturday’s annual Red and Black Ball. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

From left, LANL’s Community Programs Office Director Kathy Keith, LANL’s Government Affairs Office Director Patrick Woehrle, Janet McMillan, LANL Director Charlie McMillan, Barbara Kacich and LANL Deputy Director

Wellness Wrap Up At LAHS

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on March 24, 2016

Before: LAHS Principal Brad Parker, Derek Kober and Assistant Principal Carter Payne prepare to shave their heads to raise money for the cure for childhood cancer. Photo by Sal Zapien/ladailypost.com

After: Assistant Principal Carter Payne, student Derek Kober and LAHS Principal Brad Parker shave their heads for the cure, raising more than $1,000 for childhood cancer. Photo by Sal Zapien/ladailypost.com

By BERNADETTE LAURITZEN

LAPS Prevention Specialist

There’s a saying that it takes a village to raise a child and last week, the village rolled out the red carpet to Read More

2016 Northeastern New Mexico Science And Engineering Fair Winners

Submitted by Chris Clark on March 24, 2016

Los Alamos Middle School competitors. Courtesy photo

RSEF News:

The Northeastern New Mexico Regional Science & Engineering Fair was held at the beginning of the month at New Mexico Highlands University.

Los Alamos sent 69 projects and 74 students to the regional competition. Of the 69 projects presented by Los Alamos students, 35 received awards.

The Los Alamos High School team project of Sophia Li and Jovan Zhang qualified for the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair May 9-12 in Phoenix.

LAHS also garnered an International

Mentor Training Begins April 11 – Male Mentors Wanted

Submitted by Chris Clark on March 24, 2016

YMCA News:

The Family YMCA’s Reach and Rise Mentoring Program’s newest cohort will begin training the week of April 11.

To RSVP for the first training class, go here.

Reach and Rise aims to provide hope to the 16 boys on the wait list, by pairing them with a trained male mentor. Help bridge the opportunity gap by becoming a therapeutic mentor! Reach and Rise provides free training to volunteers to ensure that the most effective mentor/mentee relationship is attained.

To find out about all of the perks associated with becoming a mentor, contact

PEEC: Mysteries Of The Unseen World March 26-27

Submitted by Chris Clark on March 23, 2016

The great film Mysteries of the Unseen World will be playing 2-2:45 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, March 26-27 in the planetarium at the Nature Center. For more information, click here. Courtesy/PEEC

Nationally, One In Six Large Projects Costs 200 Percent More Than Planned

Submitted by Chris Clark on March 23, 2016

PMIOB News:

According to a 2014 article by teamgantt, projects budgeted for more than $1 million are 50 percent more likely to fail than projects budgeted below $350,000.

This is why 90 percent of global senior executives say good project management is a necessary ingredient in producing success, and gaining a competitive advantage.

According to a 2010 study, failed projects account for 8.9 percent of GDP. Failed projects can ruin businesses, bankrupt families, and devastate economies. Good project management is needed to stop the hemorrhage

2016 Safety Town Program

Submitted by Chris Clark on March 22, 2016

COMMUNITY News:

Safety Town is returning to Mountain Elementary School 9 a.m. to noon, Monday through Friday, June 13-24.

This free safety program is open to all children entering Kindergarten in the Fall or who will be five years of age by Sept. 1. The program is limited to 80 participants and registration is being accepted at the Walkup Aquatic Center front desk or you can register online via WebTrac on the PROS Division’s main page.

Safety Town’s mission is to provide the opportunity for students entering Kindergarten to learn about safety in

UNM-LA/JJAB Parenting University Sets Attendance Record

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on March 22, 2016

Barbara Coloroso talks with parents Saturday, March 12 at the UNM-Los Alamos Lecture Hall. Photo by Martha Katko

PARENTING News:

The Parenting University workshop hosted by the Juvenile Justice Advisory Board (JJAB) and UNM-Los Alamos March 12 generated the largest attendance yet for this popular series.

More than 70 parents, grandparents, caregivers and community members were on hand to hear from internationally acclaimed author and speaker Barbara Coloroso, who presented, “Kids are Worth It! Parenting with Wit & Wisdom.”

In addition, 17 children participated in enrichment Read More

Chamber Business Breakfast Features Benefits Of Interns

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on March 22, 2016

CHAMBER News:

Grace Willerton from UNM-Los Alamos and Jessica Nojek from the New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions will discuss the benefits of having an intern at the March Chamber Business Breakfast.

Both UNM-LA and NMDWS have exciting programs for connecting new workers with businesses, and helping build the skills the business community needs in the workforce. The Chamber Breakfast will be 7:30-9 a.m. Wednesday, March 23 in room 230, building 2, at UNM-LA, 4000 University Dr. in Los Alamos.

Breakfast will be catered by Daniel’s Cafe. There is no charge for Read More

Local Fathers Participate In Daddy Hair School

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on March 21, 2016

Dads and daughters participate in a Hair School Saturday, March 12, put on by Barranca Mesa Elementary School teacher Kayti Herring, and stylists Beverly Dinkel-Reynolds and Candyce Valencia. Dads learned how to brush, part, ponytail, braid and bun the girls’ hair. A few overachievers even learned to french braid. Photo by Kayti Herring

Photo by Kayti Herring

Photo by Kayti Herring

Photo by Kayti Herring

Photo by Kayti Herring

Photo by Kayti Herring

UNM-LA’s Community Internship Collaboration Graduates First Class

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on March 21, 2016

The first three interns to graduate from the Community Internship Collaboration program include, from left, Daniel Roybal, Kim Lopez and Esperanza Tapia at their graduation March 8 at UNM-LA. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com

Interns and their mentors, from left, Cheryl Sowder and her intern Daniel Roybal; Intern Kim Lopez and mentor Kathy Anderson of CB FOX and Esperanza Tapia and her mentor Colette Levine of Journey Pacific. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com

EDUCATION News:

The Community Internship Collaboration (CIC), a new workforce development program Read More

Eleven Bandelier Experts Take Over Nature Center

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on March 19, 2016

Releasing a banded Chipping Sparrow. Photo by Sally King

BANDELIER News:

Bandelier National Monument is celebrating 100 years, but what will the next 100 look like? Bandelier’s rangers and scientists will be at the Los Alamos Nature Center 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, March 22 to answer questions and continue the celebration.

Throughout the evening, Bandelier’s experts will give mini-talks about the park’s ecology, astronomy, biology, backcountry trails, restoration efforts, and anthropology in the context of climate change. Explore the nature center and talk to Bandelier staff one-on-one at Read More

Author Gail Rubin To Speak At Mesa Public Library On ‘A Good Goodbye’ At 7 p.m. Thursday

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on March 18, 2016

Author Gail Rubin

LIBRARY News:

Gail Rubin is the featured speaker in Mesa Public Library’s ongoing Authors Speak series at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 24 in the Library’s upstairs rotunda.

Her award-winning book, A Good Goodbye: Funeral Planning for Those Who Don’t Plan to Die, brings light to a dark subject. The book was awarded Best of Show in the 2011 New Mexico Book Awards and was a finalist in the Family & Relationships category of the 2010 Book of the Year Award from ForeWord Reviews. She uses humor to talk about one of the touchiest subjects there is: Death. As she says “talking about sex won’t Read More