Sep 25, 2024 Butch Clark, III, donates $153,000 to new Carpentry Program A new carpentry program being developed by Northern New Mexico College’s Technical Trades Program has just received a major boost from Ralph (Butch) E. Clark, III. During a recent visit to his home in Gunnison, Colo., from Northern New Mexico College President Hector Balderas, Technical Trades Chair Joe Padilla and Major Gifts Officer Judith Pepper, Clark pledged $153,000 to support the program, which is currently in development. The donation will fund a faculty position for the initial two years of the program.

Sep 20, 2024 CHALLENGE TOMORROW Brings Hands-On STEM Learning to Over 200 Students In a remarkable collaboration between Northern New Mexico College (NNMC) and Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL), the CHALLENGE TOMORROW event brought an exciting, hands-on STEM experience to over 200 middle and high school students in the Española area. Designed to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers, the event offered interactive learning stations, career insights, and the opportunity to explore cutting-edge science in a fun, engaging environment. The highlight of the event was the arrival of two brightly colored CHALLENGE TOMORROW trailers, traveling exhibits brought by LANL to showcase a dynamic, immersive...

Sep 11, 2024 Empowering Cosmetology and Barbering Students Northern New Mexico College (NNMC) is taking significant steps to support its Cosmetology and Barbering students, thanks to a combination of generous contributions and exciting hands-on opportunities. President Hector Balderas recently donated barbering and cosmetology tools to the college’s Cosmetology Program, ensuring that students have access to the high-quality equipment they need to master their craft. This donation aligns with President Balderas’ broader vision of empowering students through practical education and community support. "We are investing in our students' futures by providing the tools and resources...

Sep 04, 2024 KRQE's New Mexico Frontiers video features innovative NNMC Parkinson’s glove project KRQE's New Mexico Frontiers spotlighted a remarkable project to develop a glove to relieve Parkinson's symptoms, developed by Northern New Mexico College Associate Professor Steve Cox, his engineering students and Española Valley High School Math, Engineering, Science Achievement (MESA) students. KRQE’s Chad Brummett produced the segment, which really captures the essence of the project and the impact it can have on community members with Parkinson’s. Northern thanks Ed Villarejo, who agreed to be filmed as he was fitted with a prototype of the glove.

Aug 26, 2024 Bear Grease Share Inspiring Stories at the Meet & Greet On the morning of August 20th, 2024, Northern New Mexico College had the pleasure of hosting the cast and crew of Bear Grease for an intimate meet and greet with faculty and staff. This special event, held just hours before the highly anticipated performance, provided an opportunity for the college community to connect with the creative minds behind this groundbreaking musical. Dr. Larry Guerrero, NNMC’s Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, welcomed the cast, crew, and gathered attendees, setting the tone for a morning filled with inspiration and cultural celebration. Henry “Cloud” RedCloud, the Co-Creator and...