Wednesday, May 13, 2026 | Edition #186

Dr. Scott at last Sunday's Late Night Breakfast in the SUB.

Dear Student Affairs Colleagues,

This weekend, we have the privilege of uplifting Lobos from across our state, nation, and world as we celebrate graduate and undergraduate commencement at The Pit on Friday and Saturday. Graduation is a defining milestone for our students, more than half of whom are the first in their families to reach this moment. It marks an inflection point on their path toward leadership, contribution, and thriving.

At The University of New Mexico, the journeys that bring students to this stage are as diverse as the communities we serve. Few traveled a straight line. The sea of mortarboards will represent individuals who have known triumph and disappointment, who have shown grit and determination, and who have weathered setbacks that required courage to try again. The diploma they receive is both a symbol and a stepping-stone, one visible moment in a much deeper, often unseen, story.

As we offer our congratulations this week, we also pause to honor what it took for each student to arrive on campus that first day, and what it has taken to persist through every challenge since. Our Student Affairs team has been a vital part of many of these stories, helping students turn the page toward what comes next. For that, I extend my sincere gratitude.

I am deeply proud of the university we are and the community we nurture and serve. I am confident that our newest alumni feel the same and will carry their identity as Lobos with pride and poise.

Please note that the CONNECT newsletter will go out on the first Wednesday of each month this summer, instead of its usual weekly schedule. We will be back to our weekly rhythm at the start of the fall semester.

Congratulations to the Class of 2026, and Go Lobos!

With appreciation,

Eric

UNM Greek Community Raises Record $57,000 for Storehouse New Mexico during Greek Week

The University of New Mexico’s fraternity and sorority community raised a record-breaking $57,000 for Storehouse New Mexico during Greek Week 2026, more than doubling fundraising totals from previous years.

The annual, student-run event brought together nearly 700 students across 19 chapters for a week of competitions, service and fundraising efforts aimed at supporting a selected nonprofit. 

“This is the closest Greek Week has ever been in terms of competition, but at the end of the day, Storehouse won,” said Chris Brooks, Student Activities advisor for fraternity and sorority life. 

Greek Week, which has been held at UNM for decades, is organized each year by a student committee and guided by staff advisors. This year’s committee, led by student chair Tessa Hefty, selected Storehouse New Mexico as the beneficiary after learning more about food insecurity in the state. 

Throughout the week, students participated in events including Greek Sing, trivia night and team competitions, all while raising funds and awareness for the organization. Chapters hosted their own fundraising activities, from on-campus events to outreach efforts with family and friends.

In addition to monetary donations, students collected 8,660 pounds of food for Storehouse and contributed approximately 500 hours of community service across Albuquerque through projects such as park cleanups and support at local service centers. 

The combination of fundraising, service and education helped students better understand the broader impact of their efforts.

The LoboRESPECT Advocacy Center is seeking a Campus Advocate for a dynamic work environment that provides a variety of opportunities to assist and support students and work collaboratively with campus partners.

The Campus Advocate provides confidential support for students who have experienced sexual misconduct, leads university-wide prevention training, and offers advocacy and crisis support by providing clear, timely information and access to resources so students can make informed decisions that reflect their unique needs. This position will work as a member of the Dean of Students Office staff, directly working with colleagues both inside and outside of the office in the planning and implementation of advocacy, projects, and tasks. 

To learn more visit UNMJobs posting req36467. The best consideration date is Friday, May 22.

Staff from the Division are invited to attend this event to learn more about the impactful work taking place across Student Affairs and to foster collaboration, strategic thinking, and fresh ideas for the coming year.

Join Student Affairs for the 2026 Lobolympics Louie Awards on Tuesday, June 9

Join the Division of Student Affairs for this year's Lobolympics Louie Awards Ceremony on Tuesday, June 9, from 3 to 5 p.m. at the UNM Championship Golf Course. Help us celebrate the spirit of excellence, perseverance, and teamwork that defines our Lobo community. This year’s theme honors the dedication of staff, faculty, and students who work together to advance student success, wellbeing, and belonging.

Public Allies is a national, AmeriCorps‑based movement dedicated to creating a more just and equitable society by developing diverse leaders to sustain it. Public Allies (publicallies.org) offers 10‑month, full‑time apprenticeships (40 hours per week) with nonprofit organizations focused on social justice.

Corps members receive a monthly stipend and earn an AmeriCorps education award upon successful completion of their term of service. Through their placements, apprentices help address critical community needs, including educational justice; youth and family development; racial equity within the legal and justice systems; environmental and community sustainability; and community health.

The University of New Mexico’s Division of Student Affairs has launched a national search for the next Executive Director for Student Support, a senior leadership role that plays a central part in strengthening student success, engagement, and persistence across the institution.

The Executive Director for Student Support oversees several student support units and partners across UNM to advance coordinated, student-centered approaches to student success. The position also serves on the Student Affairs Executive Leadership Team and plays a key role in shaping division-wide strategy and institutional alignment.

The search follows the departure of Pam Agoyo, who will be leaving UNM to serve as Vice President for Student Affairs at Fort Lewis College. The selected candidate is expected to begin prior to the start of the fall 2026 semester.

A diverse search committee representing academic affairs, student services, enrollment management, and student leadership will guide the process. Committee members include: 

• Chair: Dr. Rebecca Sánchez, Interim Associate Vice Provost for Academic Personnel
• Dr. Stephanie McIver, Executive Director, Student Health and Counseling
• Laura Franklin, Director, Accessibility Resource Center
• Andrew Yazzie, Director, American Indian Student Services
• Joseph DeBonis, Strategic Project Director, Enrollment Management
• Sarah Dominguez, Transfer Pathways Officer, Office of Advising Strategies
• Miriam Barba, Student Affairs Leadership Intern, Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs
• Emmanuel Mitchell, Student Operations Assistant, Student Union Building

To learn more, visit UNMJobs posting req36450. The best consideration date is Monday, May 18. 



Members of the campus community are encouraged to share this opportunity broadly and to apply or nominate qualified candidates.

Accessibility Resource Center (ARC) is excited to announce we are hiring two highly qualified candidates for the position of Accommodations Specialist. 

As an employee of this highly energetic and student-oriented center, you will provide academic support to prospective and current students within ARC.

The Accommodations Specialist provides direct support to individuals with disabilities as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), conducts disability eligibility analyses, provides referrals, approves reasonable accommodations, and connects individuals with services to support their personal and/or academic goals. Additionally, the Accommodation Specialist educates campus constituencies regarding support for individuals with disabilities and facilitates compliance with the ADA/ADAAA and related federal, state, and local regulations and University policies.

Best consideration date is Thursday, May 21.