Education

Leadership Los Alamos Kicks Off Class Of 2026 Program Year With Intensive Orientation Session

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LLA News:

The Leadership Los Alamos (LLA) Class of 2025-2026 officially began its journey last weekend with a comprehensive two-day Orientation Session designed to lay a strong foundation for future community leaders. Held Friday, Sept. 12, at the Los Alamos Nature Center (PEEC) and Saturday, Sept. 13, at the Bradbury Science Museum, the mandatory session immersed participants in crucial information and team-building activities. This year we have 23 enthusiastic participants joining us from various government and private employers including a variety Read More

Students: Seize The Opportunity For Full Ride To College Through Daniels Scholarship

DANIELS FUND News:

DENVER — From now until Oct. 17, graduating high school seniors in New Mexico, Colorado, Utah and Wyoming are encouraged to apply for the Daniels Scholarship which provides up to the full cost of attendance colleges and universities across the country.

The Daniels Scholarship Program, one of the most comprehensive and generous in the country, provides the opportunity for motivated students to attend any accredited nonprofit college or university in the United States as follows: 

  • Scholars who choose one of 22 partners schools receive funding to cover tuition and fees,
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New Mexico State Land Office Hauls In Nearly Half A Billion Dollars In 3 Months … Breaks National Per-Acre Record

New Mexico Commissioner of Public Lands Stephanie Garcia Richard in her office in Santa Fe in January 2019, shortly after her November 2018 statewide election. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

State Land Office News:

  • September lease sale earns $117 million to fund critical needs for upcoming special session, breaks national per-acre record paid for a lease

SANTA FE – For the third month in a row, the State Land Office has broken a record with its oil and gas lease sales and earned historic revenue, bringing in over $117 million in bonus payments at a public auction, New Mexico Commissioner Read More

Touro College Of Dental Medicine Announces Grand Opening Of Dental Clinical Training Facility And Albuquerque Campus

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TCDM News:

ALBUQUERQUE — Touro College of Dental Medicine (TCDM), the first pre-doctoral dental program based in New Mexico, announces Tuesday the official grand opening of its dental clinical training facility on the Lovelace Biomedical Research Institute (LBRI) campus in Albuquerque, N.M. The new 70,000 square foot facility houses more than 100 dental units accommodating students who will be completing their education and clinical training in New Mexico.

“Touro University is one of the leading educators of healthcare and oral health providers in the country. TCDM’s Read More

Research Facility Renamed Texas Tech University Reese National Security Complex

TEXAS TECH News:

The Reese Technology Center has been renamed the Texas Tech University Reese National Security Complex (RNSC), marking a major step in expanding Texas Tech’s role in national security research. The designation reflects both legislative intent and growing partnerships, positioning Texas Tech as a trusted leader in defense and critical infrastructure innovation.

Why This Matters:

  • Leading Research: Establishes Texas Tech as a national leader in defense-related research and innovation.
  • Needed Facilities: Provides critical facilities such as an electromagnetic pulse
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‘Musical Instruments of the Prehispanic Southwest’ Lecture At Friends Of Coronado & Jemez Historic Sites Sept. 28

NMHS News:

The Friends of Coronado & Jemez Historic Sites present a lecture by Emily Brown, Ph.D., entitled, “Musical Instruments of the Prehispanic Southwest,” 2–3 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 28.

Archaeological excavations in the Four Corners region have revealed a multitude of musical instruments: from whistles to rattles to rasps. This talk presents what we know of the music of Pueblo peoples prior to Spanish contact from the instruments themselves, the context in which they were found, early Spanish and ethnographic accounts, and depictions of musicians in rock imagery Read More

SFCC Offers Free Fiber Optic Technician Bootcamps In October & November

SFCC News:

SANTA FE — Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) is accepting applications for October and November Fiber Optic Technician Bootcamps with the opportunity to earn three certifications from the Fiber Optic Association that are recognized throughout the world and aligned to industry standards.

The training is free to qualified New Mexico residents.

Participant requirements:

  • Students must be 18 or older;
  • Able to distinguish colors; and
  • Have good finger dexterity.
  • No prior workforce training is required.

Register for either of the Fiber Optic Technician Bootcamps. All bootcamps Read More

Enjoy A Night Of Stars At NNMC Sept. 25

NNMC News:

ESPAÑOLA — Northern New Mexico College’s (NNMC) Math & Physical Sciences Department is partnering with the Universities Space Research Association’s (USRA) Lunar and Planetary Institute (LPI) to host Sky Fest, a free community astronomy event, from 5–9 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025, at NNMC’s Nick Salazar Center for the Arts. The community is invited to this free event, which will include hands-on activities and viewings through telescopes (weather dependent).

The evening’s immersive experiences include guided tours through space in Northern’s new planetarium. The Read More

Leadership Los Alamos Kicks Off Class Of 2026

The Leadership Los Alamos Class of 2026 (best class ever!) kicked off over the weekend. The cohort began their leadership journey by participating in activities that included connection and trust. They also learned about “servant leadership” and the importance of a leadership legacy. Participants will meet for one full day on each of the next seven months to learn from community leaders and organizations about the many facets of this dynamic community. They will also learn about making a positive impact in Los Alamos County. To learn more about Leadership Los Alamos, visit www.leadershiplosalamos.org Read More

New Mexico State Fair: 2025 High School Culinary Winners

STATE News:

ALBUQUERQUE — High Schools across the State came together at the New Mexico State Fair, with the help of ProStart and the New Mexico Restaurant Association, for a green chile stew throwdown to see who would be crowned the State Fair Champion.

For the second-straight year, Carlsbad High School took home the top prize. Eldorado High School placed 2nd while Taos High School came in 3rd.

Thanks to the generosity of the event’s sponsor, New Mexico Gas Company, Carlsbad High School earned $5,000, Eldorado High School $3,000 and Taos High School $2,000 to help support their culinary programs. Read More