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UNMGALLUP NEWS RELEASE

FOR RELEASE: December 1, 2017

Sent on behalf of the UNMGallup administration and police department:

Dear Campus Community,

With the upcoming winter break, please be reminded that the campus will be on lock down protocol and there will be no custodial or security services on-site beginning 7:00 pm Thursday, December 21st until the campus reopens at 7:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 3, 2018.

As always, the safety of our community is a topmost priority so always be aware of your surroundings on campus. Should you experience or witness any type of emergency situation please dial 911 immediately. In the event of a non-emergency situation requiring police attention, please dial either (505) 863-7620 for the on-campus police station or the non-emergency cell phone numbers for our police officers as below:

• Sgt. Richard Perez: (505) 979-3835
• Officer Ray Padilla (505) 979-3834
• Officer Ken Langley (505) 870-2661

Our police officers also offer escort services so call their non-emergency cell phone numbers any time you need an escort to get to your car or between buildings.

We pride ourselves on having a safe and secure campus, but please always be aware and alert to any instances that may require assistance.

UNMGALLUP NEWS RELEASE

FOR RELEASE: November 1, 2017

The UNMGallup annual Holiday in New Mexico will take place Thursday, December 7 from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm in Gurley Hall. Please come join us for an evening of posole, biscochitos, entertainment, luminarias, activities, and of course a visit from Santa Claus!

UNMGALLUP NEWS RELEASE

FOR RELEASE: November 6, 2017

By Marilee Petranovich

University of New Mexico Interim Provost Craig White is proud to announce the selection of Dr. James Malm as the new Chief Executive Officer for the UNMGallup Campus. Dr. Malm will begin his position on November 13, 2017. “I am very excited to welcome Dr. Malm as CEO of UNMGallup. James’ broad experience and passion for community college education made him the consensus choice for the position,“ said White. “I am confident he will be an outstanding leader in bringing together all those interested in the success of the institution.”
In accepting the offer to lead the Gallup campus, Dr. Malm said, “My wife Keli and I are delighted to accept UNMGallup’s invitation to become contributing members to our new community and home in Gallup.”
Dr. Malm’s most recent position was as Executive Vice President at Mohave Community College in Kingman, Arizona. He currently has a faculty appointment at Colorado State University Global campus where he teaches graduate and undergraduate management courses. In addition, he brings with him over 25 years of higher education instruction and administrative leadership experience at Penn State Harrisburg, Baltimore County Community College, Colorado State University Pueblo, and Laramie County Community College Albany County. Dr. Malm earned Bachelor of Science and Master of Public Administration degrees from Penn State and a Doctor of Management from the University of Maryland University College.
In sharing his vision for the campus, Dr. Malm states, “There is so much good work we can continue to accomplish together as UNMGallup in the years ahead for the inter-generational and life changing educational benefits to the students we serve in Gallup and the greater region. I’m honored to work along-side so many esteemed and dedicated faculty and staff in service to the greater communities of Gallup and the region.”

UNMGALLUP NEWS RELEASE

FOR RELEASE: November 6, 2017

The student veterans of UNMGallup have gathered personal military memorabilia for viewing to the student body of our college. These items are reflective of the personal accomplishments, duty requirements, and dedication to service while on Active Duty before entering this institution.

When: Nov 9th, 2017
Time: 2pm
Where: Gurley Hall commons

Itinerary for this event and recognition of Veterans Day 2017:

• Opening address
• Posting colors
• National Anthem
• Native American Honor Song
• Opening remarks - Nick Brokeshoulder / UNMG VRC SCO
• Recognition of our students veteran group personnel (SVA)
• Introduction of special event coordinator – Mr. Faron Harvey (US Navy Special Operations)
• “Hand-toHand Combat demonstration” Mr. Faron Harvey and assistant
• Closing remarks – Retrieval of Colors
• End of address and official opening of the Display

All in attendance will be served cake and soft drinks upon conclusion of activity

UNMGALLUP NEWS RELEASE

FOR RELEASE: November 13, 2017

Things you can DO NOW:
- Make an Appointment for Advisement
- Register for classes
- Apply for Financial Aid

For more information contact Admissions/Registration at (505) 863-7524

UNMGALLUP NEWS RELEASE

FOR RELEASE: November 30, 2017

Deseree Povijua, College Recruiter from New Mexico Highlands University will be on the ÒÁÈ˾þà Gallup Campus.

Date: Friday, December 1, 2017
Time: 11:30AM-1:30PM
Location: SSTC Building next to room 200

Come visit with Deseree to see how your Associate Degree from ÒÁÈ˾þà Gallup transfers into a Bachelor’s degree program at New Mexico Highlands University in Las Vegas, New Mexico. It's never too early to start planning your transfer!

UNMGALLUP NEWS RELEASE

FOR RELEASE: November 30, 2017

M. Talia White, Admissions Counselor

Date: Monday, December 4, 2017
Time: 11:00-1:00PM
Location: SSTC Building next to room 200

Come visit with Talia to see how your Associate Degree from ÒÁÈ˾þà Gallup transfers into a Bachelor’s degree program at the Institute of American Indian Arts in Santa Fe, NM. It's never too early to start planning your transfer!

UNMGALLUP NEWS RELEASE

FOR RELEASE: November 30, 2017

A staff representative from US Senator Martin Heinrich’s Office will be holding mobile office hours on Friday, December 1 from 11:30-1:30 in the Zollinger Library Conference Room.

UNMGALLUP NEWS RELEASE

FOR RELEASE: October 9, 2017

Please refer to the schedule below regarding CEO candidates and their on-campus visits. There are two forums where candidates are available to answer questions and discuss topics of interest. For each candidate's visit, the faculty/staff forums will be held from 11:30 - 12:30, and student/community forums are from 2:00 - 3:00.

For the visits on October 9, 11, 17, 19 and 25, the forums will be in SSTC 200.

TO: UNMGallup Campus Community

Sent on Behalf of: UNMG CEO Search Committee

Finalists for the UNMGallup CEO position have been identified and on-campus interviews and forums will begin the week of October 9th. Candidates and their scheduled Gallup visits are as follows:

Dr. Andrew Nwanne - Monday, October 9, 2017
Dr. Glenda Balas - Wednesday, October 11, 2017
Dr. Richard Fleming - Tuesday, October 17, 2017
Dr. James Malm - Thursday, October 19, 2017
Dr. Carlos Ayala - Wednesday, October 25, 2017

For each candidate, the itinerary for the visit will be as follows:

Arrive in Gallup the evening before the scheduled visit and have dinner with Dr. Alice Letteney (Search Committee Chair), two Local Advisory Board members, and President of UNMG Student Senate.

Interview Day:

8:00 a.m. Breakfast with UNMG Leadership Team and campus tour

9:45 a.m. Interview with CEO Search Committee

11:30 a.m. Faculty/Staff Forum (SSTC 200)

12:30 p.m. Lunch with Dr. Alice Letteney, Dr. Jerry Dominguez and two Local Advisory Board members

1:30 p.m. Break

2:00 p.m. Student and community forum (SSTC 200)

3:00 p.m. Candidate leaves for continued interviews on ÒÁÈ˾þà main campus in ABQ

UNMGALLUP NEWS RELEASE

FOR RELEASE: October 16, 2017

DOUBLE NEGATIVE
by Cannupa Hanska Luger

Art Exhibit
October 2 – November 6
Ingham Chapman Gallery
Mon-Thu: 10am-5pm
Friday: 10am – 3pm
Cannupa Hanska Luger

Artist Lecture
Monday, November 6
6:00 PM
Calvin Hall Auditorium
Reception
Ingham Chapman Gallery

Gallery and exhibits are free of charge and open to the public.

About the Artist

Born in North Dakota on the Standing Rock Reservation, artist Cannupa Hanska Luger comes from Mandan, Hidatsa, Arikara, Lakota, Austrian, and Norwegian descent. Luger's unique, ceramic-centric, but ultimately multidisciplinary work tells provocative stories of complex Indigenous identities coming up against 21st Century imperatives, mediation, and destructivity. Luger creates socially conscious work that hybridizes his identity as an American Indian in tandem with global issues. Using his art as a catalyst, he invites the public to challenge expectations and misinterpretations imposed upon Indigenous peoples by historical and contemporary colonial social structures.

Upcoming Gallery events UNMGallup Student Art Exhibit
and Sale - December 7, 2017
Melissa Cody - Jan 16, 2018

UNMGALLUP NEWS RELEASE

FOR RELEASE: September 28, 2017

ÒÁÈ˾þà Gallup Chief Executive Officer Finalists Announced September 26, 2017

Interim Provost Craig White announced today five finalists for the Chief Executive Officer position for the ÒÁÈ˾þà Gallup branch campus. Provost White commented, “I am delighted that we had such great interest in this important position. Our Gallup campus is incredibly important to the overall mission to ÒÁÈ˾þà because it serves an important community and diverse set of students. I believe we have a very strong set of candidates.”

Candidates will interview both on the Gallup and main campus between October 9 and October 26 as follows:

Dr. Andrew I. Nwanne - October 9-10, 2017

Dr. Nwanne is the Chief Academic Officer and Provost at New Mexico State University in Carlsbad. In this capacity, he plans, develops, and administers the institution’s educational programs and services. Prior, he was the Associate Dean in the College of Business at Indiana Institute of Technology and a current participant in Leadership New Mexico. He is a member of the Board of Directors of Carlsbad Hospital and serves on the Higher Learning Commission’s Peer Reviewer Corp and Institutions Actions Council. He received his Ph.D. degree from the University of North Texas, a Master’s degree from Amberton University and a Bachelor’s degree from Bishop College.

Dr. Glenda Balas - October 11-12, 2017

Dr. Balas is Professor of Communication and Dean of the School of Liberal Arts and Sciences at UNT Dallas, a position she has held since July of 2013. She formerly held the positions of Interim Provost at UNT Dallas, Chair of the Communication and Journalism Department at the University of New Mexico, Chair of the Mass Communication Department at Sam Houston State University, and Associate Chair and Doctoral Director of the Communication and Journalism Department at ÒÁÈ˾þÃ. In addition to these twelve years of academic administration, she brings additional experience teaching, as well as fund development and nonprofit and media management. Dr. Balas holds a B.S. in Mass Communication and an M.B.A. from Eastern New Mexico University and a Ph.D. in Communication Studies from the University of Iowa.

Dr. Richard Fleming - October 17-18, 2017

Dr. Fleming is Vice President/Dean of the College of Southern Maryland Prince Frederick Campus. He previously held positions as the Vice President of Academic Affairs at Thomas Nelson Community College, President of Northland Pioneer College, Vice President for Instruction at New Mexico Junior College, Dean of the Center for Business and Corporate Development at the Community College of Denver, and Dean of Continuing Education/Faculty at North Lake College. Dr. Fleming earned an EdD in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies from the University of Northern Colorado, an MBA and MS in Industrial Administration from the University of Dallas, and a BS in Zoology from Memphis State University.

Dr. James Malm - October 19-20, 2017

Dr. Malm brings 25-years of higher education teaching and administrative leadership experience at five different colleges, from Penn State Harrisburg outreach to chief administrative officer for Baltimore County Community College, dean at Colorado State University Pueblo, campus head for Laramie County Community College Albany County and executive vice president of Mohave Community College in 2017. He currently teaches graduate and undergraduate management courses at Colorado State University Global Campus. Dr. Malm earned a Bachelor of Science and Master of Public Administration degrees from Penn State, followed by the Doctor of Management from the University of Maryland University College as an Orkand Research Fellow and the publication of the article

Dr. Carlos C. Ayala – October 25-26, 2017

Dr. Ayala currently serves as Dean of the School of Education at California State University-Sonoma. Dr. Ayala has worked as a chemist, science and math teacher, principal, senior educational researcher, and small business owner. His area of research is educational assessment and the use of data for program improvement that has been sponsored via grants by the National Science Foundation, US Department of Education, Chevron Foundation, and others. His stated goal is to unleash the transformative force of education to support all individuals, their families, and their communities. He received his bachelors degrees from the University of California Santa Cruz, masters degree from San Diego State University, and a Ph.D. from Stanford University.

Comments and questions may be directed to Dr. Alice Letteney who is serving as search committee chair (alicel@unm.edu) or (provost@unm.edu).

UNMGALLUP NEWS RELEASE

FOR RELEASE: May 5, 2017

Physical Plant Dept. Projects:

1. Calvin Hall Center south parking lot will be closed on Monday, may 8th from 7AM until 12:00PM. This closure is necessary for the contractor to deliver and unload the new HVAC equipment for the Zollinger library renovation. The lot will be reopened as soon as their task is complete.
2. On Monday may 8th, we will begin construction on the childcare center parking lot. The parking lot to the south of the building will be available for parking for staff and drop-off/pickup. There is no doubt that this will cause a temporary inconvenience; but for everyone’s safety, please pay attention to signs and routing of pedestrian traffic while construction is ongoing. Provided all goes according to plan, construction is expected to be completed by mid June. Please call the PPD office with any question you may have at 863-7596.

Thank you.

Ron Petranovich, BUS
Mgr. Physical Plant & Facilities
ÒÁÈ˾þà Gallup

UNMGALLUP NEWS RELEASE

FOR RELEASE: May 30, 2017

The Office of Senator Tom Udall announced on Wednesday, May 24, 2017, that the University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus has been awarded a U.S. Department of Education Upward Bound grant which will be effective September 1, 2017. The goal of Upward Bound Projects is to increase rates of high school graduation and subsequent enrollment in and graduation from post-secondary institutions. Qualifying participants include students from low-income families or those from families in which neither parent has completed a bachelor’s degree.

Upward Bound projects provide academic support and instruction to eligible high school students in a wide range of academic subjects. Assistance is offered through tutoring, counseling, mentoring, cultural enrichment programs and services designed to improve financial and economic literacy. Services such as weekly visits to target schools, Saturday Academy sessions, and summer programming are all part of the Upward Bound model. Jayme McMahon, Director of Student Affairs at UNMGallup, was instrumental in the preparation of the grant proposal and will serve as the project’s Principal Investigator. McMahon noted, “Upward Bound programs are designed for students who are typically underrepresented in higher education such as those who are first-generation college students, students who use English as a second language, students with disabilities, students in foster care or the many others who may never have considered college as a possibility.”

The grant has been awarded at an amount of $257,500.00 for the first year is expected to be awarded for five years for a total award amount of $1,287,500.00.

According to McMahon, “This grant offers us a great opportunity to provide fundamental support for high school participants in their preparation for college while exposing them to the many options they have when it comes to post-secondary education. Many students, particularly those from underrepresented groups, do not think they can be successful in college when in fact they just need some targeted help in learning how to navigate the higher education experience. Nationally, the outcomes achieved by Upward Bound have shown that this extra support may be all students need to reach academic goals they didn’t even know were possible.”

UNMGALLUP NEWS RELEASE

FOR RELEASE: April 4, 2017

By Marilee Petranovich

Gallup, New Mexico – UNMGallup Instructor Kristi Wilson and Associate Professor John Zimmerman recently accompanied six of their students to the 2017 Yuma Art Symposium in Yuma, Arizona. The Symposium is an annual event that recognizes both internationally known and emerging artists through a series of lectures, demonstrations and slide presentations. The UNMGallup students attending were also able to exhibit personal art pieces during the Student Show.

Mary Roan, a student in Wilson’s Small Metals Construction class found the field trip to be a positive addition to her academic coursework. “This was a very educational experience. The Yuma Art Symposium has further opened my mind’s eye to endless possibilities in the world of art and how it is therapeutic and necessary in our everyday lives whether we are creators of art or not.”

The students were able to choose from a variety of workshops and presentations including photos, metals, wood and mixed media. Students were actively involved in the Symposium and many had the opportunity to assist presenters, help in the catering of meals, and act as guides for other students.

Sharmayne Arviso was inspired by exposure to different artists. “It is basically about giving other artists a brighter understanding to be more creative with their own ideas. To see my work and my fellow classmates’ work displayed at the Symposium was one of the best things. At the end of the day, hearing people give feedback about your work is something that can help you with your work.”

Monty Thompson was grateful for the opportunity to attend the Symposium. “From the small scale metal art, ceramics, drawings, paintings, wood art, and the printmaking to the beautiful photography. They were all amazing. A trip like none other.” The ability to showcase their artwork was an added benefit noted by all the students. Cobin Bo Willie was happy to have the chance to publicly display one of his designs. “Even now to feel that my art is on the same caliber as many there was assurance for my confidence in my own art. This was the first time a piece of my art was ever shown in any gallery.”

UNMGALLUP NEWS RELEASE

FOR RELEASE: April 12, 2017

Please note that DePauli Engineering and Dallago Plumbing have provided us with a revised traffic plan for today and tomorrow. Due to some changes in their work plan, Gurley Avenue will not have any lanes open from the double driveway into Gurley Hall to the entrance to the ECFC and Physical Plant beginning mid-day today and continuing through all of Thursday. Access to other parts of the campus beyond the double driveway will have to be from the detour that goes south and through the residential areas. The paving will be finished by tomorrow night and everything should be back to normal on Friday, 4/14. As always, thank you for your patience, understanding and attention to detour signs and construction areas.

UNMGALLUP NEWS RELEASE

FOR RELEASE: April 17, 2017

Write a short story, flash story, micro story, or whatever kind of story you want that is between 500 and 2,000 words. Stories must also be based on materials available in the library such as the Harry Potter series or The Lord of the Rings.

This story must be complete. Judges will not be reading additional content in order to gain context to your story so make sure the story has a beginning and an end. Your story must be able to stand on its own.

Stories must be original, unpublished, and your own work. Plagiarism will not be tolerated. Authors retain all rights to their work.

Judges will be looking for unique, creative, complete and compelling stories that are fanfiction, within the word limit, (have been edited for grammar and syntax), and are engaging to people who are familiar with the original work as well as those who are not.

Judges will award Gift Certificates of $75.00 (first place), $50.00 (second place) and $25.00 (third place) from the campus Bookstore.

Submissions (In MS Word Format) must be received either by email to (fiskj@unm.edu) or delivered in person to a library staff member by noon on May 1st 2017.

Contest and Rules based on a similar activity of the HJF Learning Center of Morningside College.

UNMGALLUP NEWS RELEASE

FOR RELEASE: March 6, 2017

A large infrastructure project will begin today that will impact traffic patterns and campus entrance/exit through the beginning of May. Below is the Public Notice that describes that project and which areas will be impacted. Please pay attention to directional signs and allow extra time to arrive on campus as the project progresses. One lane will always be open, but please use caution as you encounter construction areas.

Orange barrels will indicate open trenches and flagmen will be used as needed to provide additional directions. Thank you for your patience as this waterline project is undertaken to provide better service to our campus and the surrounding neighborhoods. For additional questions, or to report concerns, please contact the Public Relations office at (505) 863-7770.

Public Notice Of Utility Construction

Project Timeframe: Construction is set to begin March 6, 2017 and to conclude May 1, 2017.

Project Location: Construction will be in Maryanna Avenue near the Cresto Water Tank and head East on Gurley Avenue to Calvin Hall Dr. Entrance. Contractor will make sure to keep one lane of the street open at all times.

Project Schedule: Construction will Start at the entrance to the Pump Station near the Cresto Tank on Maryanna Avenue and continue North to Gurley Avenue. Once onto Gurley Avenue construction will head East on Gurley towards ÒÁÈ˾þà Gallup Campus. Construction will end near the turn entrance of Calvin Hall Dr. (entrance between Zollinger Library and the ÒÁÈ˾þà Gym).

Phase I: Maryanna Avenue waterline from Pump Station North to Gurley Avenue.

Phase II: Gurley Avenue near water tank East to Calvin Hall Dr. Entrance.

Phase III: Waterline tie-ins to existing water main.

Contractor will make every effort to inform public and to maximize access to ÒÁÈ˾þà Gallup Campus and surrounding residences.

Project Hours: Construction work is scheduled between the hours of 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM Monday through Friday.

UNMGALLUP NEWS RELEASE

FOR RELEASE: March 8, 2017

One Month Leadership Program for Indigenous Young Leaders
May 29-June 23, 2017 @ Universidad De las Americas Puebla (UDLAP), Puebla, MX
Sponsored by the U.S. Embassy in Mexico
Deadline: March 15, 2017

(Pdf file)

Short Description: The Leadership Program for Indigenous Youth aims to strengthen the abilities of young leaders so they can accurately identify the needs of their hometowns or communities, propose solutions to local problems, and generate public policy proposals in order to promote local development. See attachment “Leadership Program for Indigenous Youth USA”

Language: Content primarily delivered in Spanish, with English translation available. Working knowledge of Spanish language will be helpful for interaction with other program participants.

Applicant profile: Native American students between 18-25 years old, currently in an undergraduate program of study. Applicants should have broad knowledge of current issues or challenges in their communities relating to language, health, or migration.

Costs: Full scholarships available to include RT international travel, meals, accommodation, and program fees.

Deadline: Official deadline is March 6, 2017; however, I can extend to ensure serious applicants have time to prepare applications.

Interested students should contact: Danielle Gilliam, Administrative Officer, ÒÁÈ˾þà Global Education Office (GEO) | 277-6051 or dgilliam@unm.edu. Applicants will receive application assistance from ÒÁÈ˾þà GEO.

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Students: Partial Scholarships Available:
Int'l Opportunity for ÒÁÈ˾þà Undergraduate Women in STEM +Architecture
June 3-30, 2017 @ Universidad La Salle Mexico, Mexico City, MX
Sponsored by 100,000 Strong in the Americas

Short Description: ÒÁÈ˾þà Global Education Office is pleased to announce partial scholarships for ÒÁÈ˾þà undergraduate women in the STEM +Architecture (STEM+A) fields to participate in an international high-impact academic professionalization program – The Innovation Academy for Women of the Americas (“The Academy”). ÒÁÈ˾þà applicants from the following disciplines are preferred: biology, chemistry, engineering (civil, chemical and biological, electrical and computer, and mechanical), earth and planetary sciences, environmental sciences, mathematics and statistics, nutrition, and environmental planning and design (architecture).

During the 30-day program participants can expect to:

• Develop globally relevant experience through working on a challenging real-life, hands-on project focused on improving water quality and overall public health within a specific ecosystem. Participants will collaborate in interdisciplinary and cross-cultural groups within four main modules: data analysis and identification of quality-of-life measures; research and review of technological/engineering requirements; environmental factor analysis; and design of the social habitat.
• Receive coaching/mentoring from academics, practitioners, and experts who will encourage the development of problem-solving and creative thinking skills. Participants will enrich academic competencies in research methodologies, project management, and cross-discipline communication and collaboration. These skills are designed to accelerate preparation for graduate studies and professional research.
• Develop leadership skills needed for personal, academic, and professional success with an emphasis in stimulating innovation, entrepreneurship, and increased global social responsibility awareness. Participants will become part of a network of women in the STEM+A fields to facilitate on-going mentorship, support, and collaboration beyond the duration of the summer program.
• Experience first-hand cultural exchanges, develop global points-of-view, and broaden knowledge in their fields.
• Receive a certificate of completion, endorsed by The Academy and its higher education partners

Language: Content primarily delivered in English. Intermediate conversational Spanish language skills described in the application essay and demonstrated to the ÒÁÈ˾þà Global Education Office, if chosen. It is important to have at least an intermediate conversational Spanish language ability to meaningfully engage within the environment of Mexico City.

Applicant Profile:

• Current cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Must have completed (5) semesters in a STEM+A undergraduate program of study
• Previous experience with undergraduate research
• Maturity, responsibility, and willingness to participate fully in The Academy activities and its international network for women of the Americas.

Costs & Scholarships:

• Program fee: $2,500 USD, includes program content and related transportation, housing, meals, certificate of completion, and Universidad La Salle campus facility access as related to the program. Roundtrip international airfare, passport expenses, and personal expenses are not included in this cost.
• Partial scholarships are available to support competitive ÒÁÈ˾þà applicants administered through the ÒÁÈ˾þà Global Education Office. Scholarship awards will range between $500 and $1,000 USD. The scholarships are made possible by the 100,000 Strong in the Americas initiative.
• Applicants may also apply for general scholarships available through the Global Education Office’s Education Abroad program. For more information visit: https://studyabroad.unm.edu/section/unm-regents-international-study-grant

To indicate interest, obtain specific information, and/or to apply contact:
Danielle Gilliam, ÒÁÈ˾þà Global Education Office
277-6051 or dgilliam@unm.edu

The ÒÁÈ˾þà Global Education Office plans to assist with facilitating the application process for ÒÁÈ˾þà applicants.

For general information visit: www.academy4women.org
Facebook: @academiaparamujeres
The Academy is a consortium of talented and motivated undergraduate women, faculty, professionals, organizations, and institutions linked by a common purpose: to encourage and inspire more women in the Americas to advance to higher levels of education and influence in the science, technology, engineering, math, and architecture (STEM+A) fields. Women in the Americas have valuable perspectives to contribute to these disciplines, and this program strives to develop the talents and leadership skills of undergraduate women for their long-term success, advance research across the continent, and ignite transformative social change.

UNMGALLUP NEWS RELEASE

FOR RELEASE: March 21, 2017

Public Notice Of Utility Construction

Project Timeframe: Construction is set to begin March 6, 2017 and to conclude May 1, 2017.

Project Location: Construction will be in Maryanna Avenue near the Cresto Water Tank and head East on Gurley Avenue to Calvin Hall Dr. Entrance.

Project Schedule: Construction will Start at the entrance to the Pump Station near the Cresto Tank on Maryanna Avenue and continue North to Gurley Avenue. Once onto Gurley Avenue construction will head East on Gurley towards ÒÁÈ˾þà Gallup Campus. Construction will end near the turn entrance of Calvin Hall Dr. (entrance between Zollinger Library and the ÒÁÈ˾þà Gym).

Phase I: Maryanna Avenue waterline from Pump Station North to Gurley Avenue.

Phase II: Gurley Avenue near water tank East to Calvin Hall Dr. Entrance.

Phase III: Waterline tie-ins to existing water main. Contractor will make every effort to inform public and to maximize access to ÒÁÈ˾þà Gallup Campus and surrounding residences.

Project Hours: Construction work is scheduled between the hours of 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM Monday through Friday.

Traffic Control Update: Due to safety concerns, contractor will have the road closed from College Drive to the west lane of the dual-lane entrance. When finished with waterline installation here, contractor will open this portion of the road and close the road from the east lane of the dual-lane entrance to the entrance near Zollinger Library. The contractor has set up a detour for traffic to be able to enter the college area off of Peggy Ann Dr. The contractor is making every effort to install this waterline and re-open this road as quick as possible.

This work is taking place the week of March 20, 2017- March 25, 2017.

UNMGALLUP NEWS RELEASE

FOR RELEASE: March 31, 2017

Public Notice Of Utility Construction

Project Timeframe: Construction is set to begin March 6, 2017 and to conclude May 1, 2017.

Project Location: Construction will be in Maryanna Avenue near the Cresto Water Tank and head East on Gurley Avenue to Calvin Hall Dr. Entrance.

Project Schedule: Construction will Start at the entrance to the Pump Station near the Cresto Tank on Maryanna Avenue and continue North to Gurley Avenue. Once onto Gurley Avenue construction will head East on Gurley towards ÒÁÈ˾þà Gallup Campus. Construction will end near the turn entrance of Calvin Hall Dr. (entrance between Zollinger Library and the ÒÁÈ˾þà Gym).

Phase I: Maryanna Avenue waterline from Pump Station North to Gurley Avenue.

Phase II: Gurley Avenue near water tank East to Calvin Hall Dr. Entrance.

Phase III: Waterline tie-ins to existing water main. Contractor will make every effort to inform public and to maximize access to ÒÁÈ˾þà Gallup Campus and surrounding residences.

Project Hours: Construction work is scheduled between the hours of 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM Monday through Friday.

Traffic Control: Please see visual of description below.

Traffic Control Description: This Traffic control is for 4/5/2017 – 4/21/2017

Access to main college parking and Lions Hall Dr. for child care will be open as normal. Road will be closed from the Lions Hall/Gurley Ave. intersection to the intersection of Calvin Hall Dr. For access to Calvin Hall Dr, the gym parking lot, and the Middle College follow the detour signs that will lead traffic around as in previous weeks.

UNMGALLUP NEWS RELEASE

FOR RELEASE: February 6, 2017

Since we first started offering classes in 1968, UNMGallup’s mission has always been to serve the educational and professional needs of our area. Our first classes were held at the old Gallup High School building where we originally served 128 students. Today we have grown to serve approximately 2400 students on a campus that sprawls across 87 acres. We have grown from a campus of one building to a college of 12 buildings. Our first building, Lions Hall, was a donation given by the local Lions Club to illustrate the importance the community placed on bringing higher education to the citizens of the area.

From our early beginnings, our growth and our future have always been dependent on the support of the greater Gallup/McKinley County population. When the early leaders of our community decided there was a need for a ÒÁÈ˾þà branch campus to serve local students, they put into motion a history of educational achievements that has allowed tens of thousands of students to pass through our doors on their way to pursuing their ambitions.

With the support of our community we have been able to grow both enrollment and programs as a means of preparing students to enter directly into the workforce or go on for further education. We continue to emphasize the “community” in community college by making a difference in the lives of our students and allowing them to impact the local job market and improve the economic outlook for themselves and their families.

Dreams do come true at UNMGallup and we encourage voters to allow us to keep changing and improving student lives in our area by approving the continuation of the UNMGallup mill levy on February 7th. Renewal of the existing mill levy will support campus operations and allow UNMGallup to promote the importance of community-focused, regionally specific and culturally vibrant educational opportunities. Thank you for your support.

Chief Executive Officer
UNMGallup

UNMGALLUP NEWS RELEASE

FOR RELEASE: February 9, 2017

Isadora Stowe "In Theory" is on display in the Ingham Chapman Gallery until February 22nd. Also on Wednesday February 22nd, Isadora will be presenting a lecture from 5:30-6:30 in the Calvin Hall Auditorium #248.

Immediately following the lecture we will be having a closing reception for her exhibition in the Ingham Chapman Gallery with light refreshments. All events are free and open to the public and everyone is welcome to attend. Here is a description of the artist and her work.

Isadora Stowe, BFA, MFA exhibits her series of work “In Theory”, that incorporates mixed media screen-printing with wood drawing silhouettes. January 17th-Feburary 22, 2017, Closing Reception and Artist Talk, Wed., February 22, at 5:30 pm.

Stowe grew up in the southwest border region, living and working in New Mexico, Texas and Mexico. She credits these experiences with a heightened awareness of geographical and political boundaries; and a fascination with the exploration of identity of self in her work. The artwork on exhibit reflects Stowe’s strong interest in visual narratives, created out of symbolic code, or personal syntax, that explore memory as it relates to the construction, negotiation and interpretation of the sense of self.

Her exhibition “In Theory” is an installation where symbolic codes are repeated in juxtapositions that reinterpret and transcend their meanings. These narrative codes, such as a house with oversized succulents spouting from the roof, are repeated through screen prints on large circles and triangles. In addition silhouettes of the symbols are placed in alternating formations moving through and connecting in combinations on the gallery walls.

Stowe earned her BFA in Painting with a double major in Cultural Anthropology, minor in Native American Studies and a MFA in Painting and Drawing from New Mexico State University. She exhibits her work nationally and is represented in many collections across the country and in Mexico. She maintains a studio in New Mexico and is the full time art faculty at the Northwest Campus of El Paso Community College in Texas. Stowe has been the recipient of several grants, scholarships and awards for her work, including an award for excellence from the New Mexico Committee of the National Museum of Women in the Arts. More information about her work and processes can be viewed on her website:

UNMGALLUP NEWS RELEASE

FOR RELEASE: January 23, 2017

As a reminder, UNMGallup will follow the decisions of the Gallup-McKinley County School District regarding weather-related delays and/or closures. Updates can be obtained through the following methods:

- Lobo Alerts
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Per the University Policies and Procedures Manual, Section 3435: Inclement Weather:

Delays and Closures

For the purposes of this policy, a "delay" means that:

• employees who do not work in critical areas will not be expected to report to work until the time specified in the delay announcement;
• classes and labs normally scheduled to begin and end before the time specified in the delay announcement will not be held;
• classes and labs normally scheduled to be in progress at the time specified in the delay announcement will begin at the delayed start time and end at their normally scheduled time; and
• classes and labs normally scheduled to begin at or after the time specified in the delay announcement will meet as usual.

A closure means that the University will not be opened for the day or will be closed before the end of the regular work day.