Education

Field Expeditions Return to WNMU Marine Biology Program, Expanding Hands-On Learning

Western New Mexico University marine studies students recently traveled to San Diego to apply classroom learning in the field and document new discoveries.

APS Student Finishes Third in State Civics Bee

Eliza Sprinkle from Eisenhower Middle School placed third at the New Mexico State Civics Bee competition.

APS Nurse Earns Distinguished Service Award for Advocacy and Commitment to Student Health

Deborah Hill, a nurse from Albuquerque Public Schools, was honored with the Marlene McDowell Distinguished Service Award.

Big Win for APS: Six Students Earn National Merit Honors, Highland Grad Secures Scholarship

Students demonstrated academic excellence and perseverance as they earned scholarships to pursue their studies.

WNMU Nursing Students Join Multi-University Simulation to Tackle Complex Clinical Ethics

WNMU nursing students recently applied the ethical standards they studied in a collaborative activity with healthcare students from other institutions.

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New Mexico-Based Artist Built a 30-Foot Coyote Head in the New Mexico Desert—and You Can Sleep Inside It

An artist in Arroyo Hondo, N.M., built a 30-foot guest house shaped like a giant coyote head, turning a fantastical dream into a unique Airbnb.

Flash Flood Watch Issued for Parts of New Mexico as Monsoon Storms Build

Flash Flood Watch issued for Ruidoso burn scars and western New Mexico as storms bring heavy rain, flooding risks, and afternoon thunderstorm activity.

This Overlooked New Mexico Town Might Be the Best Weekend Getaway Yet

Ruidoso, N.M., is welcoming travelers back for a cool mountain getaway as the village continues to recover from 2024 fires and floods.

El Niño Is Back — and It Could Soak New Mexico This Winter. But Don’t Get Too Comfortable.

After years of drier La Niña influences, a strengthening El Niño offers New Mexico hope for moisture relief — but also brings risks of extreme rain, flooding and unpredictable extremes in a warming climate.

Forget the Desert—This Mountain Village Is One of New Mexico’s Go-To Weekend Getaways

Families, as New Mexico sizzles,are escaping to Ruidoso's cool mountain pines, shaded lakes, and outdoor trails for the ideal weekend getaway.