NMSU-A News
Dorothy Talbert Nursing Scholarship Winner
January 28, 2009
The most recent recipient of the Dorothy Talbert Nursing Scholarship is Carrie Turner. Carrie is a first-semester NMSU-A nursing student who accepted the award at the January Nursing Orientation.
The scholarship was established by Marge and Bill Moore in 2005 to honor Marge’s mother, Dorothy Talbert, who dedicated many years of service to nursing. The scholarship pays $2,000 per semester of study leading to an Associate Degree in Nursing.
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Vicki Finarelli-Gurney, Carrie Turner, Kelly Ramey
Partners in Education
January 28, 2009
One of NMSU-A’s most important community connections is its active participation in the Partners in Education program sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce and supported by the area businesses and schools.
For 11 years, NMSU-A has endeavored to create positive experiences for the students in the partnering schools by supporting meaningful exchanges between the college and those schools. Some of the activities include: 1) NMSU-A’s Honor Roll recognition of students each grading period, 2) campus tours, 3) end-of-year academic excellence awards, 4) student art exhibits in the Townsend Library, and 4) NMSU-A recognition of school faculty and staff during Teacher Appreciation Week. Additionally, active exchanges through shared activities between NMSU-A and its partnering schools are added throughout each school year.
NMSU-A’s Public Information Coordinator is the college liaison for the Partners in Education effort at the college.
The photo: (L-R)
Maria Showalter, Principal, Holloman Middle School; Cheryl Kullman, Principal, Chaparral Middle School; Hope Patterson, NMSU-A Public Information Coordinator; and Linda Carr, Principal, Academy del Sol (not pictured-representative from Tularosa High School)
College Goal Saturday
January 23, 2009
Saturday, February 21st, NMSU-A will host a Financial Aid assistance initiative from 1:00 - 3:00 pm in the Student Services lobby. This is a non-profit program that provides free information and assistance to New Mexico families applying for financial assistance for higher education. CGS brings together financial aid professionals who have volunteered to help families of college-bound students complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) . Throughout the nation, the FAFSA is a federally required form for students seeking financial assistance, including grants and loans.
CGS is sponsored by the Lumina Foundation for Education, an Indianapolis based, private, independent foundation that strives to help people achieve potential by expanding their access to and success in education beyond high school. Attendees must be aware that NMSU-A is only providing the location and volunteers for this assistance.
For a complete list of items to bring to the session, go to: www.collegegoalsundaynm.org
NMSU-A Financial Aid Night
January 23, 2009
NMSU-A is holding its annual Financial Aid Night on Tuesday, February 10th at 6:30 pm in the Student Services Building lobby on North Scenic Drive. This event is for anyone interested in attending college or is already attending. Learn from the experts about Pell & other grants, Student Work Study, Student Loans, and the Legislative Lottery Scholarship. Also receive tips on completing the FAFSA (Financial Aid application).
Light refreshments will be served.
Blood Drive
January 22, 2009
A blood drive is being sponsored by the NMSU-A Phi Theta Kappa on Wednesday, February 4th from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm in the Glass House. Please step up and help your community in need. Donate blood and make a difference! To help save lives, contact any Phi Theta Kappa member, or go to: www.bloodhero.com sponsor code: NMSUAlamogordo, for an appointment or information. Appointments are strongly recommended, but walk-ins are welcome! (Please bring photo ID and donor card. Free cholesterol testing every donation.)
