NMSU-A News
NMSU-A Student of Merit
Gary Anderson has been chosen by the administration, faculty, & staff of Academy Del Sol to be their NMSU-A Student of Merit for 2013. Gary graduated from Academy Del Sol this month after attending ADS since January of 2012. He plans to attend NMSU-A this fall taking the preliminary courses to follow his interest in engineering. He is also interested in the culinary arts.
“One of the most pleasant, positive, and diligent young men we have seen in a while,” says principal, Linda Carr. According to Dawn Provencher, Counselor, his presence and contributions as an office assistant were a great asset.
PHOTO (L-R): Hope Patterson, NMSU-A Public Information Office; Gary Anderson, 2013 NMSU-A Student of Merit; Linda Carr, Principal, Academy Del Sol.
U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich’s Letter to Graduating Class of 2013
U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich’s Letter to Graduating Class of 2013 (PDF)
U.S. Senator Tom Udall’s Letter to Graduating Class of 2013
U.S. Senator Tom Udall’s Letter to Graduating Class of 2013 (PDF)
NMSU-A 2013 Commencement Ceremony
Friday, May 10, 2013 at the NMSU Alamogordo Tays Center, NMSU ALamogordo held its Thirty-Sixth Annual Commencement Ceremony at 7:00 p.m. The ceremonies were open to the public.
There were 273 graduate applicants from NMSU Alamogordo. Graduates attending the ceremony received their commencement address from Regent Javier Gonzales, New Mexico State University Board of Regents. Elizabeth Driggers, a field representative from United States Senator, Tom Udall’s office; Dara Parker from United States Senator, Martin Heinrich’s office; and Mr. Ty Trujillo, Executive Director of the New Mexico Association of Community Colleges were also present and addressed the audience briefly.
The graduates received associate degrees in 3D Computer Animation, Arts, Automotive and Hybrid Technology, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Business Office Technology, Criminal Justice, Education, Electrical Apprenticeship, Electronics Technology, General Studies, Graphic Design, Information Technology, Nursing, Occupational Business, Paralegal Studies, Pre-Business, Science and Social Services. The three graduates from the Automotive and Hybrid Technology were the first to graduate from NMSU-A’s newest program. Graduates receiving their Bachelor of Science Degrees in Elementary Education, through the Distance Learning program at New Mexico State University and certificate recipients also participated in the graduation ceremony.
Nursing graduates represent the future
Thursday evening, May 9th at the Tays Center, the 2013 graduates of NMSU-A’s Nursing Program were celebrated with the traditional “Capping & Pinning” ceremony. A large audience of family, friends, and well wishers were present to pay honor to the 14 graduates, acknowledging their long hours of study, preparation, and success.
The feature of the celebration was each graduate receiving their pin (see photos) by special family members and receiving their cap (women) or band (men). These 14 graduates are now ready to enter the nursing profession.
Keynote speaker was Dr. Jan Starr, Director of NMSU-A Nursing, who spoke of the importance of nurses developing their creed. She shared the points of her personal creed and suggested they could borrow the points of hers until they developed their own. The keynote address was followed with the history of the pin, cap, and lamp, delivered by Becky Ross.
The celebration drew to a close with the graduates lighting the traditional lamps and reciting the “Nightingale Pledge” which is an adaptation of the Physician’s Hippocratic Oath. (Excerpt) “I solemnly pledge…I will be active in assisting others in safeguarding and promoting the health and happiness of mankind.” The pledge in its entirety exemplifies the dedication and honor of those reciting it to their chosen profession.
Nursing graduate, Diana Blondell, closed the ceremony with a farewell address and prayer.
Open Registration is Here!
Two weeks before classes begin each term, students will be able to register for any course on any campus provided space is available and they meet prerequisites. This year, open registration for summer classes begins May 9th and for fall classes on August 8.
NMSU ALAMOGORDO GRADUATION
NMSU ALAMOGORDO GRADUATION
New Mexico State University Alamogordo will hold the Thirty-Sixth Annual Graduation Ceremony at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, May 10, 2013 at the NMSU Alamogordo Tays Center. Graduation ceremonies are open to the public.
There were 273 graduate applicants from NMSU Alamogordo. Graduates attending the ceremony will receive their commencement address from Regent Javier Gonzales, New Mexico State University Board of Regents. Elizabeth Driggers, a field representative from United States Senator, Tom Udall’s office; Dara Parker from United States Senator, Martin Heinrich’s office; and Mr. Ty Trujillo, Executive Director of the New Mexico Association of Community Colleges will also be present at this year’s commencement program.
The graduates will receive associate degrees in 3D Computer Animation, Arts, Automotive and Hybrid Technology, Biomedical Equipment Technology, Business Office Technology, Criminal Justice, Education, Electrical Apprenticeship, Electronics Technology, General Studies, Graphic Design, Information Technology, Nursing, Occupational Business, Paralegal Studies, Pre-Business, Science and Social Services. Graduates, who are receiving their Bachelor of Science Degrees in Elementary Education, through the Distance Learning program at New Mexico State University and certificate recipients will also be participating in the graduation ceremony.
The public is cordially invited to attend.
NMSU-A Students Dominate STEM Scholarship Awards
NMSUA Students Dominate STEM Scholarship Awards
Four NMSUA STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) students were awarded scholarships to participate in the Summer Community College Opportunity for Research Experience (SCCORE), funded by the National Science Foundation. The program is designed to help students further realize their potential and build academic and research skills. NMSUA was awarded more scholarships than any other participating college. Alamogordo students competed with community college students from Santa Fe, Dona Ana, Luna, Grants and Carlsbad.
Reece Broughton, Joshua Cope, Michael Finley and Margaret Turpin were awarded research apprenticeships and will participate on an NMSU faculty member’s research project this summer. Scholarship winners will also receive free room and board for a month, paid university registration and course enrollment fees, paid activity fees, and a student stipend of $1,500. Students will present their research at a program-end Symposium and at the New Mexico AMP Student Research Conference in Las Cruces on October 4. Students interested in applying for next year’s scholarship should contact Christina Sarabia Stroud (chstroud@nmsu.edu; 439-3750), NMSUA STEM Outreach and Transfer Coordinator.
NMSU-A University Singers Spring Concert!
Friday, May 3, NMSU-A University Singers will present a Spring Concert, “A Folk Celebration,” featuring choral works of folk music from around the world. The concert will be held at Bethel Baptist Church located at 1316 Scenic Drive at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $4.00 and are available at the door. All proceeds from the concert are applied to the Lewis Jordan Music Scholarship for students attending NMSU-A. For more information contact Diana Calkins, 439-3670.
