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Board of Regents Meet For Strategic Planning Workshop

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Silver City, NM – The Western New Mexico University Board of Regents members met for a strategic planning workshop on Friday, March 21, to discuss the university’s upcoming accreditation visit and the development of the ongoing Master Facilities Plan. The development of a new strategic plan was presented to regent members as the university transforms to meet the needs of future students and community. The discussion focused on the initial phases of the strategic plan and the drafting of the new mission and vision statement. “The mission and vision are who we are and who we want to be,” said Kathie Gilbert, Special Assistant to the President for Quality Initiatives. “The strategic plan is how we are going to get there.” At its afternoon public session meeting, the board approved the university’s new mission and vision statements as well as values and goals. The approved Mission Statement reads, “WNMU engages and empowers learners in a multicultural, inclusive,...
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Brancheau PE Complex Set To Receive Modern Remodel, Including Redesigned Swimming Pool

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  Silver City, NM – Western New Mexico University will soon begin a complete overhaul of the recreational facilities located around Old James Stadium, including the repair and redesign of the university swimming pool.  At the most recent Board of Regents meeting, a resolution was passed to seek $4 million in outside funding with a student fee being used to pay back the debt. The new facilities will promote activities for students and community members, confirming the university’s commitment to both the physical and mental well being of the people it impacts. “It is amazing to know that soon our students will benefit from an extraordinary project with the addition of this new recreation center,” commented Student Body President Edna Reyes. “It is time to offer our students a great quality experience on campus through more choices. I know it will be a great addition to this campus.” The proposed blueprint shows a running track beneath the bleachers and...
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