Ndria Jones, UNM student leader, singing Lift Every Voice at African American Student Services Welcome Back Event.

photo credit: University Communications and Marketing

Dear Student Affairs Colleagues,

As we move through week two and into the Labor Day holiday weekend, I am reminded of all of the individuals working together who help create the conditions for our students to thrive at The University of New Mexico and the ways in which our students, upon graduating, will go on to serve the broader community. When we instill values of passion, curiosity, industriousness, and follow-through, we not only help ensure our students are successful in their personal pursuits, but we position them to advance New Mexico and beyond.

Team members in the College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) and High School Equivalency Program (HEP) at The University of New Mexico have embodied these values in service to eligible students for many years. These federally funded programs have been critical cornerstones of countless student experiences. The framework of student financial support matched with cohort-based development and mentoring is a proven strategy for student success.

This Friday, we will celebrate the many contributions of our UNM HEP/CAMP team members even as we remain hopeful for and continue to pursue restoration of these programs on our campus. Further, still, we can work together to ensure maximal support and create a welcoming environment for all students as those with varied backgrounds and experiences continue to navigate our campus. Together we can create a culture of belonging on our campus and continue to demonstrate values and practices that position every student to succeed.

With appreciation,

Eric

You're invited to join us in celebrating and honoring HEP and CAMP on Friday, Aug. 29 from 12-2 p.m. in Mesa Vista Hall 1057.

Volunteers Needed for 2025 UNM McNair Scholars Research Conference

The McNair Program is seeking volunteers for their 2025 UNM McNair Scholars Research Conference Thursday and Friday, Sept. 4-5. They need volunteers to serve as moderators, evaluators and provide general assistance. The time commitment is minimal but your impact can be substantial!

The conference will feature undergraduate researchers from coast to coast representing 35 different universities. Participants are scheduled for 61 poster and 135 oral research presentations. The McNair Scholars Program prepares first-generation, low-income and underrepresented undergraduates for graduate school. Visit the conference website for more information.

Career Services is seeking a student to provide support for the LoboGROW® program. The selected candidate will assist with continuing to implement and expand the GROW® program with key campus student employers. GROW® or Guided Reflection on Work was established at The University of Iowa in 2009 with the goal to make student employment a high-impact practice. 

LoboGROW® Program Goals:

• To strengthen students' transferable skills across various settings such as the classroom, workplace, and future careers.
• To support student employees with the help of supervisors to enhance their professional inquiries.
• To build and connect stronger relationships between student employees and supervisors throughout the program.

This position offers hands-on experience in program planning and development, cross-campus collaborations, informational presentations and training, short and long-term planning, and supporting the overall goals of the program. The selected student will have an opportunity to build professional experience and develop their leadership capabilities. 

Students can apply here with a best consideration date of Tuesday, Sept. 2.

If you would like to recommend a student or need more information on how to participate in LoboGROW®, please reach out to Beverly Bracker, Director of Career Services, at bbracker@unm.edu.

Join SHAC for their fall 2025 group meetings which will be held weekly beginning on Monday, Sept. 15 and running through Friday, Nov. 21.