Ray Jaramillo, MS, adjunct professor of early childhood education at Western New Mexico University, announced the publication of his latest children’s book, “Gust, Gust, Gust The Next Beat.” Following the success of his previous work, “Gust, Gust, Gust!” this new release shifts its focus from the unpredictable regional weather to a heartwarming exploration of family… Continue reading WNMU Professor’s New Children’s Book Celebrates Culture and Modern Community Connections
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WNMU Helps CLAY Festival Re-Establish Community Roots with Growth and Dynamic Programming
The annual CLAY Festival returned this month with expanded programming for local families, art students and visitors alike, while renewing its founding legacy. Initiated in 2011, the event has operated under the organizational umbrella of Western New Mexico University for several years. According to Elizabeth (“Lizzie”) Slegeir, the WNMU program manager managing the festival, the… Continue reading WNMU Helps CLAY Festival Re-Establish Community Roots with Growth and Dynamic Programming
WNMU Alum’s Incredible Journey from Dual Enrollee to Staff
Western New Mexico University played a defining role in Katarina (“Kat”) Lowe’s life for far longer than most people realize. Lowe recently shared an astonishing detail about her academic history: her connection to the university began when she was still a child. “I technically started going here in sixth grade, because that’s when I was… Continue reading WNMU Alum’s Incredible Journey from Dual Enrollee to Staff
WNMU Names Adele Springer June Employee of the Month
Western New Mexico University honors Adele Springer, data analyst in the Institutional Research office inside Academic Affairs, as its June Employee of the Month. Springer is recognized for her leadership, commitment to breaking down departmental silos, and transformative impact on university data systems. Since stepping into her role in institutional research and academic assessment nearly… Continue reading WNMU Names Adele Springer June Employee of the Month
Western New Mexico University Hosts Vibrant Slate of National Poetry Month Events
Western New Mexico University (WNMU) celebrated National Poetry Month in April with an event organized by Miller Library and The Humanities Department. Additionally, WNMU was a part of a series of poetry events, called, “The Poetry Long Weekend.” This long weekend of poetry events was curated by WNMU Associate Professor and Silver City/Grant County Poet… Continue reading Western New Mexico University Hosts Vibrant Slate of National Poetry Month Events
WNMU Artist-in-Residence Claire Fall Blanchette Explores Biological Pulse of the Gila at Gallery Exhibition
Claire Fall Blanchette is an interdisciplinary artist exploring biology, geology, and human impact. As artist-in-residence at Western New Mexico University (WNMU), she focuses on the high desert and the Gila Watershed’s ecological narratives. Ground Truthing, a provocative exhibition by Blanchette, opened at The Francis McCray Gallery of Contemporary Art at WNMU on March 19. The… Continue reading WNMU Artist-in-Residence Claire Fall Blanchette Explores Biological Pulse of the Gila at Gallery Exhibition
The Historic Women of WNMU – Celebrating the Architects of an Educational Legacy
March is Women’s History Month and Western New Mexico University (WNMU) honors the women who made the university what it is today. While the bricks and mortar of WNMU were laid by many, the soul, culture, and academic rigor of the institution were forged by a cadre of pioneering women. Since its inception as the… Continue reading The Historic Women of WNMU – Celebrating the Architects of an Educational Legacy
WNMU Francis McCray Gallery Unveiled Diverse Talent in 2026 Student Juried Art Exhibition
The Western New Mexico University (WNMU) Expressive Arts Department and the Francis McCray Gallery of Contemporary Art presented the 2026 Student Juried Art Exhibition. A cornerstone of the university’s spring cultural calendar, the exhibition showcased the technical mastery and conceptual depth of the next generation of Southwest artists. This year’s collection highlights the unique “applied… Continue reading WNMU Francis McCray Gallery Unveiled Diverse Talent in 2026 Student Juried Art Exhibition
McCray Gallery at WNMU Unveils Edwina and Charles Milner Women in the Arts Exhibition
The Francis McCray Gallery of Contemporary Art at Western New Mexico University (WNMU) celebrated the opening of the Edwina and Charles Milner Women in the Arts: Eva Gabriella Flynn exhibition on Thursday, October 23, 2025, with a vibrant opening reception that drew students, faculty, and members of the local arts community. Attendees had the first… Continue reading McCray Gallery at WNMU Unveils Edwina and Charles Milner Women in the Arts Exhibition
WNMU Fosters Dialogue on Censorship with Banned Book Week Events
WNMU Fosters Dialogue on Censorship with Banned Book Week Events Western New Mexico University (WNMU) concluded its annual Banned Books Week celebration on October 7, with a series of well-attended events that fostered engaging discussions on intellectual freedom and the power of narrative. The observance, held October 1 through October 7, marked the sixth year… Continue reading WNMU Fosters Dialogue on Censorship with Banned Book Week Events