Jul 08, 2025 Northern hosts 5th annual Juneteenth observance Northern hosted it’s fifth annual Juneteenth observance on June 27. The ceremonies honored June 19, 1865, the day the U.S. troupes informed slaves in Galveston, Texas, that they were free – more than two years after President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation.

Jul 08, 2022 Former NNMC film student plays supporting role in “Dark Winds” The AMC/AMC+ series “Dark Winds,” based on works by the late Tony Hillerman, has received rave reviews and has already been renewed for a second season. The launch drew 2.2 million viewers and was the No. 1 new series launch in AMC+ history. A former Northern New Mexico College film student plays a supporting role in the series. DezBaa’ (born Sharon Anne Henderson) plays Helen Atcitty, mother of a young woman murdered in the first episode.

Jul 01, 2025 Northern New Mexico College welcomes new Provost René L. Vellanoweth Northern New Mexico College is pleased to welcome René L. Vellanoweth, PhD, as its new Provost and VP for Academic Affairs. “Dr. Vellanoweth brings over two decades of experience in higher education, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, securing external funding, and championing initiatives that uplift student success. His work as a coastal and island archaeologist has further distinguished him, to include international research collaborations, extensive publications, and a steadfast commitment to mentorship,” said NNMC President Hector Balderas.