WNMU Appoints Jose Coll, Ph.D., as 16th President of WNMU
The Western New Mexico University Board of Regents met in a hybrid session available via livestream, with public seating, on Tuesday, March 17, 2026. Present in J. Cloyd Miler Library were Regents J. Dean Reed, Keana Huerta, and John V. Wertheim, along with the university’s executive leadership team; present online were Regents Steven Neville […]
Peruvian Immigrant Defines Her American Dream at WNMU
For many, the American Dream is a concept found in textbooks. For Bianca Trucios (aka Bianca Thompson) a Western New Mexico University (WNMU) alum and Peruvian immigrant, the dream was forged in the quiet hours of 3:00 a.m., fueled by a journey that began in a small mountain town in the Andes. Born into a […]
WNMU Closed for Spring Break
Western New Mexico University is closed for Spring break from Monday, March 9, through Friday, March 13, 2026, including the WNMU Dining Hall, One-Stop Food Pantry, Fitness Center, Museum, and Einstein Bagels. Dining Hall:Closed after 1:30 p.m. on the Friday, March 6, reopening on Sunday, March 15, at 4:30 p.m. One Stop Pantry: Closed Monday, March […]
WNMU Names Yvette Rackley as February 2026 Employee of the Month
Western New Mexico University announces Yvette Rackley, Director of Compensation and Benefits, as its February 2026 Employee of the Month. A cornerstone of the university’s administrative operations, Rackley is recognized for her meticulous attention to detail, unwavering work ethic, and profound commitment to the well-being of WNMU faculty and staff. In a university environment, the […]
WNMU Concludes Presidential Candidate Visits with Focus on Stability, Trust, and Innovation
Western New Mexico University (WNMU) concluded a pivotal week in its institutional history, hosting four distinguished finalists for its 16th presidency. The campus visits, which wrapped up on March 4, 2026, with a final forum featuring Mario Martinez, Ph.D., provided students, faculty, and staff with the opportunity to engage deeply with the candidates regarding the […]
How the Gordon Flanders Scholarship at WNMU Came to Fruition
Western New Mexico University (WNMU) recently announced a new scholarship by the WNMU Foundation in the name of Professor of Marketing Gordon Flanders, Ph.D. Flanders’ tenure showcases the profound influence a single educator can have on the trajectory of a student’s life. The scholarship supports upper-division business students at Western New Mexico University who demonstrate […]
WNMU Secures Grant to Advance Ecological Research in Rural New Mexico
In mid-January, Western New Mexico University (WNMU) was awarded a $32,493 grant from the Freeport-McMoRan Community and Social Investment Fund. The funding will launch a transformative project titled “Enhancing Ecological and Analytical Chemistry Research Opportunities for Students in Rural New Mexico,” designed to more strongly integrate classroom theory and high-level scientific practice. This initiative addresses […]
Men’s Basketball Make History With First-Ever Regional Ranking
For the first time in program history, the Western New Mexico University men’s basketball team has entered the NCAA Division II South Central Regional Rankings, coming in at No. 4 in the region. This milestone marks a defining moment for Mustang basketball and signals a new level of success for the program. The ranking places […]
From Silver City to Super Bowl Half-Time: WNMU Alum Performs with Bad Bunny
When the world tuned in to watch Super Bowl LX earlier this month, the Western New Mexico University (WNMU) community had a monumental reason to cheer. Leah Lopez, a former WNMU student and member of the university’s prestigious mariachi program, took the global stage as a featured violinist during Bad Bunny’s record-breaking halftime performance at […]
Western New Mexico University Announces Update to Presidential Finalist Pool
Western New Mexico University (WNMU) announced today that Cameron Braxton Wesson, Ph.D., has withdrawn from consideration for the position of 16th President. The presidential search process will proceed with the remaining four distinguished finalists. The schedule for the upcoming campus visitations and community engagement sessions remains unchanged for the other candidates. The four finalists and […]
