Aug 05, 2024 Governor Lujan at NNMC Town Hall Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham made her third stop on the Public Safety Tour at Northern New Mexico College on July 30, 2024, where she addressed public safety concerns and gathered feedback from Rio Arriba County residents. The town hall meeting, attended by numerous elected officials and leaders from local Pueblos, underscored the community's urgent concerns about crime and safety. NNMC President Hector Balderas, a former New Mexico Attorney General, introduced Governor Lujan Grisham to the packed auditorium. He emphasized the importance of community safety as a foundation for prosperity, expressing the college's honor in hosting...

Aug 05, 2024 NNMC CAMP's New Student Orientation Northern New Mexico College (NNMC) warmly welcomed the 2024 class of its College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) during a New Student Orientation held on July 31 and August 1. The event marked the beginning of a promising academic journey for the new Eagles, who were introduced to the wealth of resources and support available to them at NNMC. NNMC President Hector Balderas delivered an inspirational keynote address, recounting his remarkable journey from growing up in the small town of Wagon Mound, New Mexico, to achieving significant professional milestones. Balderas shared his experiences of overcoming adversity...

Jul 31, 2024 Low Rider Cruise Through Española The New Mexico Land Grant Commission's meeting at Northern New Mexico College on Thursday, June 25, featured a memorable highlight: a police-escorted cruise through Española with LOS GUYS CC. This unique event was arranged by Senator Leo Jaramillo, who expressed his pride in representing the Low Rider Capitol of the world, stating, “I’m proud to represent the Low Rider Capitol of the world, where we’re brown, we’re down and we’re low to the ground.” The tour included esteemed commissioners Representative Harry Garcia, Representative Stefani Lord, Senator Elizabeth Stefanics, and Senator Shannon Pinto. Senator Stefanics...