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School of Business Recognized as Most Valuable

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The WNMU School of Business has been recognized as providing one of the most valuable business degrees for 2024 by Research.com Best Colleges rankings. As noted by the data analysis, WNMU was chosen due to "its outstanding achievements in Business education...and testament to the institution's dedication to excellence in Business...
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Master of Social Work Program Earns Top Marks

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The WNMU School of Social Work has once again earned the prestigious title of the nation’s top online Master of Social Work program. Ranked first by EduMed, this recognition highlights the program’s flexibility, advanced curriculum, affordability and student-to-faculty ratio that fosters personalized support and...
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School of Nursing Ranked Top in Online

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Recently, the WNMU School of Nursing was ranked as one of the top online nursing programs in New Mexico for 2024. EduMed evaluated the program based on key factors such as affordability, accessibility, reputation, and student career prospects, awarding WNMU top marks for its excellence in these...
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WNMU Enrollment Reflects Continued Growth, Enthusiasm

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Western New Mexico University is experiencing steady growth, with a 5% increase in first-year student enrollment for fall 2024 compared to the previous year. This growth reflects the university's sustained enrollment overall for the 2024-2025 academic year. In the lead-up to the fall semester, WNMU received a record number of first-year applications, highlighting the rising interest in WNMU among high school graduates. This surge continues the trend of renewed interest in higher education and workforce training programs, made possible through the New Mexico Opportunity Scholarship that provides qualifying New Mexicans tuition-free access to education and training. As one of the nation’s original Hispanic Serving Institutions, WNMU serves a large Hispanic population, with fall ’24 enrollment reflecting a nearly 2% increase in the population, underscoring the university’s ongoing commitment to expanding opportunities The number of international students attending WNMU has also...
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WNMU Top Ranked for International Students

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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...
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WNMU Designated as Military Friendly

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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...
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WNMU Top in Open Enrollment

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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...
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WNMU Wins Top Marks for Online Programs

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Recently Intelligent.com ranked Western New Mexico University as having one of the best online education programs in the state. Citing research that includes the cost of tuition, student retention and graduation rates as well as the institution's reputation and online resources available for students, WNMU received top marks across the...
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WNMU Wins $5 Million Grant to Implement Regional Urban Forestry Project

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The Western New Mexico University (WNMU) Division of External Affairs was awarded a $5 million five-year grant project that plans, designs, plants, and maintains a set of urban forests across southwestern New Mexico. The project supports expanded and ecologically sound urban forests in the communities of Silver City, Santa Clara, Bayard, Hurley, Deming, and Lordsburg. “We are pleased to help support the fulfillment of WNMU President Dr. Joseph Shepard’s vision of 1,000 trees planted in the region through a grant-funded project that simultaneously supports our Provost Dr. William Crocker’s focus on offering accelerated, competency-based degrees that fast-track students to in-demand and higher-paying jobs regionally and beyond,” says Dr. Magdaleno Manzanárez, Vice President for External Affairs. “This is a critical breakthrough step for WNMU and our efforts to offer experiential learning opportunities that lead to immediate jobs connected to our environment that open up...
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Board of Regents Approve New Programs, Top Marks to President Shepard

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Members the Western New Mexico University Board of Regents presented their evaluation of university president Dr. Joseph Shepard for the ’23 fiscal year and rated his performance as excellent, meeting the conditions of a retention bonus stipulated in President Shepard’s contract, Friday. “We as a board recognized outstanding performances in all areas,” said Regent Dal Moellenberg with Regent Vice President Lyndon Haviland adding, “We have concluded that President Shepard has had an excellent year.” Noting the evaluation of the university’s president each year is tied to the strategic plan, the board also passed a new set of goals and objectives tied to the university’s new strategic plan, created through a process that included university-wide collaboration and input from the public. In his report, President Shepard provided fall enrollment projections remarking the university’s 4K Initiative continues to move forward. “The university continues to...
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