The Presbyterian Ear Institute: Making a Loud Impact

In the heart of central Albuquerque, not far from Milne Stadium and Presbyterian Hospital, sits the Presbyterian Ear Institute: a small building that made a huge impact on a local girl’s family, education, and life. Jazzmyne Castillo is 17 years old, speaks clear, fluent English, and is deaf.   When she was first born, Jazzmyne […]

New Mexico Colleges Take a $102 Million Blow as Federal Research Stalls, With Tribal Schools Bracing for Deeper Cuts

New Mexico’s public colleges face about $102 million in losses from canceled or paused federal research. New Mexico Tech, New Mexico State, and New Mexico Highlands University carry the largest gaps as the state weighs fixes for 2026 and has far more campus repair requests than money on hand. Tribal colleges also face a proposed 88 percent cut to Bureau of Indian Education postsecondary funding and a long record of underfunding, with leaders warning some campuses could close if Congress approves the plan.

New Mexico Overhauls Graduation Rules for the Class of 2029

New Mexico has approved its first major update to high school graduation rules since 2009, set to take effect with the Class of 2029. Students will still need 24 credits, but Algebra II will no longer be mandatory, allowing more flexible math pathways. House Bill 171 also gives districts control over two elective credits to match local needs, while keeping core requirements in science and social studies, including personal financial literacy. Supporters say the changes will make learning more relevant and help prepare students for life after graduation.