Higher Learning Commission on the WNMU Campus
As part of the university’s accreditation process, representatives from the Higher Learning Commission will be on the Silver City campus October 7-9 to meet with members of the WNMU campus community. This is an opportunity to demonstrate the university’s continued commitment to academic excellence and student success.
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Events
Mustang Athletics
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Presidential Leadership Award
Sat. September 7 - All Day
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Outdoor Trip to the Catwalk
Sun. September 8 - @ 8:45 am
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Wingz & Thingz- Men's Night
Mon. September 9 - @ 7:00 pm
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WNMU Board of Regents Meeting
Thu. September 12 - @ 8:30 am
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Con Ganas Presents: The Felipe de Ortego y Gasca Lecture Series with distinguished guest Stella Pope Duarte
Thu. September 12 - @ 9:30 am
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Whitewater Paddling Rio Grande Gorge
Fri. September 13 - All Day
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Bi-Weekly Lineup - Come and Join Us!
Wed. September 18 - @ 9:00 am
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Alejandro Brittes Trio w/ Gertie Lopez and T.O. Boyz
Thu. September 19 - @ 7:00 pm
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Distinguished Speaker Series: Judith Fein
Tue. September 24 - @ 7:00 pm
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Coyote and the Counting Game
Thu. September 26 - @ 10:30 am
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Salsa Contest
Thu. September 26 - @ 12:30 pm
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Sidy Samb w/ Afroflamenco
Thu. September 26 - @ 7:00 pm
University Highlights
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WNMU Top Ranked for International Students
Western New Mexico University has been ranked as one of the best value universities for students from around the globe by Study Abroad Aide. Citing the university’s overall academic reputation, international tuition and fees and nationally ranked programs, WNMU received top marks as an international student destination.
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WNMU Designated as Military Friendly
Once again, WNMU has been designated as a "Military Friendly School" for 2024-2025. Using information made available through public sources, university data and from veterans themselves, the Military Friendly advisory council has awarded WNMU the silver designation, reflective of the university's continued commitment to ensuring those who served find opportunities following military service.
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WNMU Top in Open Enrollment
Western New Mexico University has been named as one of the top 2024 open enrollment institutions in the nation for students attending online by EDsmart. The university's open enrollment status makes education accessible and possible for students from every background and stage in life, while online education provides the flexibility many need to balance education, work and family.
Featured
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WNMU President Shepard Speaks to Rotary about GO Bond 3
Western New Mexico University President Joseph Shepard spoke to the Rotary Club of Silver City on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. The event was held in the Sunset Room of the … Continued
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WNMU Entrepreneurship Students Begin Fall Semester with “Mustang Start-Up”
Students in the Western New Mexico University School of Business Entrepreneurship II class created pop-up start-up businesses to begin the fall semester. For this assignment, Adjunct Professor Doug Fletcher’s students … Continued