Author Archives: Abe Villarreal

Symposium To Feature Academic Work From Over 200 Students

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Silver City, NM – More than 230 students are scheduled to present at the 9th Annual Academic/Research Symposium and Career Fair on Tuesday, May 6 in the Miller Library. Presentations will cover a wide array of subjects including Adaptive Aid in Occupational Therapy, Nursing Leadership and Sustainability in Education. Open to the public, the oral and poster presentations begin at 9:00 a.m. in the Miller Library. Opening remarks will be given by WNMU Scholar-in-Residence Dr. Felipe Ortego. An awards ceremony, following the presentations, is scheduled for 12:15pm. Local and regional businesses will also be present for the Career Fair occurring simultaneously. Attendees are recommended to bring resumes to share with employers. A program listing the complete presentation titles is available here:...
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Regents Approve Tuition Rate, Marketing Degree

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Silver City, NM – Tuition and fee rates where set for the new academic year by the Board of Regents at its April 28 meeting. Tuition for a full-time, in state student will be $148.42 per credit hour, representing an $8.40 or six percent increase. “Once again we made every possible effort to keep our tuition low and affordable for the students we serve,” said Isaac Brundage, Vice-President of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management. “With the new rate, we expect to maintain affordability while continuing to deliver quality in the classroom.” All students, regardless of their state of residency, can pay in-state tuition during the summer session. The Board, followed the recommendation of the Student Fees Committee, and approved a new student fee rate of $67.44 per credit hour, a $17.54 increase from the current rate. Housing and meal plan rates were also updated for the new year. Students will be offered five meal plan options, rather than two, with prices...
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Five Students Will Be Inducted Into Student Hall Of Fame

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Silver City, NM – Five Western New Mexico University students will be inducted into the Student Hall of Fame with a ceremony on Thursday, May 1 at 3:00 p.m. in the Global Resource Center. Each year WNMU honors exemplary students who excel in several areas including leadership, academic achievement, community involvement and participation in campus life. The 2014 class of inductees are Kathryn (Ollie) Hoelscher, Anna Johnson, Erica Rasmussen, Edna Reyes and Marcos Villanueva. Kathryn (Ollie) Hoelscher is from Las Cruces, New Mexico. She is graduating in May with a baccalaureate degree in sociology with a minor in women’s studies. Hoelscher has been active in the Silver City community coordinating the One Billion Rising event, acting in the V-Day presentations, presenting at the annual Hunger For Knowledge fundraiser and coordinating Take Back The Night. In the last three years, Hoelscher has presented academic work at WNMU, Texas Tech University and the Association for...
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Polynesian Night To Feature Island Food, Performances

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Silver City, NM – Polynesian students at Western New Mexico University will be showcasing traditions in music and food at the second annual Polynesian Night on Saturday, May 3 at 6:00 p.m. in Old James Stadium. Organized by the Polynesian Club, at least 17 students can describe themselves as either 100 percent or part Polynesian. They originate from different ethnic backgrounds including Hawaiian, Tongan, New Zealand, Samoan, Tahitian and Fijian. The event will include musical performances by Polynesian Club members representing six islands. Club members will also cook and serve an authentic dinner including drinks and desserts. The cost is $5 per plate for community members. “We are very excited to extend a piece of our culture to the people of Grant County,” said Hanipale Seuga, Polynesian Club President. Pale’s hometown is Banning, California. He transferred to WNMU on a football scholarship. “If the people of Silver City cannot afford a trip to the islands, this is...
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Marketing Students Partner With Community To Promote Events, Small Businesses

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Silver City, NM – Marketing students at Western New Mexico University are not waiting to receive their degrees to begin advertising their newfound expertise in Silver City. Marketing professor Dr. Steve Walker and his students are paving the way for the newly introduced marketing degree program by partnering with several organizations in the community as promotions teams. A year ago, Walker introduced his students to group initiative opportunities by developing business models for Corre Caminos, a public transportation company in Grant County; and BikeWorks, a non-profit community bicycle workshop. This spring, his students are partnering with BikeWorks for its annual Pedalista! event and with the WNMU Outdoor Program. “One of the greatest criticisms I’ve heard from employers,” Walker said, “is that we, in education, put out students who can pass tests or quote material, but not apply it. With this program, the students are actually doing the work they’ll need...
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Occupational Therapy Students Host Community Health Fair

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Students in the Occupational Therapy Assistant program are hosting a community health fair on Friday, April 25 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in Graham Gym. Several sessions representing different health and wellness approaches will be presented throughout the day. Local organizations will be present with vendor booths. Refreshments and prizes will be given. Health Fair Schedule: 11:00am to 11:30am:   Yoga 11:30am to 12:00pm:  Occupational Therapy 12:00pm to 1:00pm:   doTerra Essential Oils 1:00pm to 1:30pm:     Domestic Violence 1:30pm to 2:00pm:    Qi Gong 2:00pm to 2:30pm:    Freedom Riders 2:30pm to 3:00pm:    Open Mic All presentations are free and open to the...
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Alumni Events Scheduled For 47th Annual Great Race

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The Alumni Affairs Office has scheduled several events to take place during the 47th Annual Great Race weekend for alumni returning to their alma mater. In celebration of Western New Mexico University’s biggest tradition, alumni can register for a daylong schedule of activities for only $35. The fee includes a breakfast and Bloody Mary Bar in the Sunset Room on campus at 8:30 a.m., lunch following the race at 2:00 p.m. in the Intramural Gym, and a cocktail hour at the home of President Shepard beginning at 6:00 p.m. Alumni arriving to campus early can pick up their Great Race Packets at the Mustang Festival at Old James Stadium on Friday, April 25 beginning at 4:00 p.m. The Mustang Festival is a new community event that will feature booths by local organizations, food vendors and live music by the Brandon Perrault Band. WNMU students will be racing and attending other Great Race events throughout the week leading up to the final race which will circle the main campus three...
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MCAT+ Program Offered This Summer For Pre-Med Students

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Silver City, NM – The MCAT+ Program is an intense and rewarding six-week summer camp held in the Natural Sciences department at Western New Mexico University. The program is open to junior and senior college students and graduate students from June 16 through July 25. Students in the program receive a stipend of up to $1500 and over 50 hours of in-class test prep instruction covering the four sections of the MCAT (Medical College Admission Test). MCAT+ is designed to help strengthen MCAT test scores and train pre-medical students to become competitive to enter medical school. Highlights of the program include tours of the healthcare teaching facilities at the UNM Health Science Center and at Hidalgo Medical Services, and mock interviews and application workshops on medical school admission process. Deadline to apply for the program is May 3, 2014. Eligible students must be pursuing a career in health and have a minimum GPA of 2.75. The program is sponsored by WNMU, the UNM...
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Mustang Showcase To Feature Degree Offerings, Student Life

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Silver City, NM – The Office of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management is hosting a Mustang Showcase event for prospective students and their families on Saturday, April 26 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The free event will showcase university academic offerings, student life presentations and a campus tour. “This is a great opportunity for students who are considering WNMU as an option to learn about what we have to offer inside and outside the classroom,” said Abe Villarreal, WNMU Director of Communications. “There are many exciting changes developing on campus from the degrees we offer to a new student apartment complex.” High school student attendees and their families are invited to the activities following the Showcase including the Lady Mustang Softball game at 12:00 p.m. and the 47th Annual Great Race. A light breakfast and lunch will be provided at no cost. Registration is available at...
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Community Groups Invited To Mustang Festival

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Silver City, NM – A new community event has been added to the annual Great Race week of activities celebrated at Western New Mexico University. The Mustang Festival will take place Friday, April 25 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in Old James Stadium. The family friendly event will feature live music by the Brandon Perrault Band, children’s games and university information booths. Community organizations and businesses are invited to register for a vendor booth at only $25 per application. One table will be provided for each booth. Small businesses, non-profits, political parties and civic organizations are encouraged to register. The event will also feature the “Children’s Race” version of the Great Race competition. Children from the WNMU Early Childhood Programs will be racing across Old James Stadium in their own custom built go-carts. For a complete schedule of events and to download a registration form, please visit...
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