Grace Tackman

Grace Tackman has been with NMEAF since 2011. She supervises Human Resources, Facilities and the Imaging departments. Grace has a background in Human Resources Management and was previously at Heads Up Landscape Contractors. She has a BA from Southwestern University. Contact me at grace@brant.one.

From WNMU to the Super Bowl Stage: Leah Lopez Shines with Bad Bunny

Leah Lopez, a former student at Western New Mexico University (WNMU), recently performed at the Super Bowl halftime show with Bad Bunny.

Four Finalists Continue WNMU Presidential Search After One Withdraws

Western New Mexico University (WNMU) announced that four candidates will continue their bid for the university’s 16th president after Cameron Braxton Wesson, Ph.D., withdrew from consideration for the position.

Weak in Math? Newly Passed Senate Bill 29 Seeks to Help

Senate Bill 29, recently passed by the Legislature, aims to provide intervention for students who need to improve their math skills.

‘High Quality, Consistent’ Services Await Students with Disabilities Through Senate Bill 64

After its passage in the New Mexico Legislature, Senate Bill 64 aims to expand support for students with disabilities.

NMSU selects Karen Kopera-Frye as Graduate School Associate Dean

Karen Kopera-Frye embarks into a new journey at New Mexico State University (NMSU) as associate dean of the Graduate School beginning February 23.

‘Ideas Moving Both Ways’: UNM Officially Inks Deal with Osaka Metropolitan University

University of New Mexico’s (UNM) Anderson School of Management and Osaka Metropolitan University (OMU) recently signed an agreement that supports doctoral students and reinforces the universities’ relationship.

UNM Art Lecturer Lovell’s “How to Become Invisible” Photography Project Earns Spotlight

University of New Mexico (UNM) lecturer Jessamyn Lovell’s photography project, “How to Become Invisible,” was highlighted on LENSCRATCH, a platform supporting photographic arts and artists.

NMSU Grants Full-Time Tuition Coverage for Graduate Workers

Full-time tuition coverage for NMSU graduate workers begins Fall 2026, offering new support to enhance student success.

Down to Five: WNMU Names Finalists for Presidential Search

The Western New Mexico University (WNMU) Presidential Search Committee announced the top five candidates for the next university president, who will visit campus in late February and early March.

UNM Women’s Ice Hockey Club Opens Opportunities for Female Hockey Players

The University of New Mexico’s (UNM) Women’s Ice Hockey Club is making history as the state’s first collegiate women’s hockey program, leaving its mark on the hockey community.

Phil Hoffman Selected as Next General Manager and CEO of New Mexico PBS

Phil Hoffman will officially assume the role of general manager and chief executive officer of New Mexico PBS (NMPBS/KNME-TV) on April 1. He will succeed retiring general manager and CEO Franz Joachim.

WNMU Francis McCray Gallery Spotlights Emerging Artists in 2026 Student Juried Art Exhibition

Western New Mexico University’s Expressive Arts Department and Francis McCray Gallery presented the 2026 Student Juried Art Exhibition, featuring Southwest students’ conceptual depth and diverse artistic perspectives while developing the region’s next generation of artists.