Aug 22, 2024 Celebrating first Darrin’s Place Wildland Fire Fighting course grads Northern New Mexico College’s Adult Education and Continuing Education programs are branching out, bringing opportunities for obtaining practical skills into the broader community. This summer, Adult Ed teamed up with Darrin’s Place to bring its Wildland Firefighting program to the rehab center’s residents. Twenty students successfully completed the course and obtained their Wildland Firefighting certificates.

Aug 20, 2024 Northern Welcomes New Eagles! Northern New Mexico College (NNMC) recently hosted a highly successful New Student Orientation, welcoming approximately 170 new students to its vibrant campus. The event, designed to help students transition smoothly into college life, was packed with activities, workshops, and speeches that set the tone for an exciting academic year ahead. The day began with a warm and heartfelt welcome from Dr. Larry Guerrero, who set the stage for what would be an informative and inspiring day. Students were introduced to the NNMC campus through guided tours, where they familiarized themselves with key locations such as academic buildings, the...

Aug 12, 2024 Starting the 2024 School Year Northern New Mexico College kicked off the 2024-2025 school year with an exciting Convocation ceremony, setting the stage for a year full of learning and growth. The event, held in the college auditorium, brought together staff and faculty to celebrate the start of the new academic year and to honor those who have made significant contributions to the college community. President Hector Balderas warmly welcomed everyone back, praising the college’s unique strengths. He reminded the audience that Northern has something special that other colleges don’t—a long and rich history. "We have a deep history...