Wednesday, April 15, 2026 | Edition #183

Message from the Vice President

Dear Student Affairs Colleagues,

This week we celebrate core members of our team and campus community, student employees. On Monday, student employees gathered at Draft and Table to network and discuss their experiences as students and student staff. We heard from many about the growth and development they find in their roles as well as their sense of purpose in service to their peers.

In the Division of Student Affairs, student employees occupy key roles that advance the student experience and serve the campus community. Whether running AV in the Student Union building, lifeguarding at Seidler Natatorium, providing enriching educational experiences at the UNM Children’s Campus, offering tax filing support at the Center for Financial Capability, or offering programming and mentorship opportunities in one of our many resource centers, student employees help ensure that the Division of Student Affairs is on the cutting edge of innovation while doing our work with heart, passion, and a sense of place.

I want to say thank you for being an important part of our team. I want to also give a special shout out to our Student Affairs Leadership Interns this year, Miriam Barba and Bree Hawkins, who as part of their leadership roles in the division planned and facilitated this week’s student employee recognition and have contributed meaningfully to advances in the student experience this year. If you know a star student employee and leader, please let them know that we are currently recruiting our next class of SALIs.

With appreciation,

Eric

UNM K-12 Teacher Virtual Job Fair

The UNM K-12 Teacher Virtual Job Fair will be held virtually through the Handshake platform on Wednesday, April 22 from 4-6 p.m.

The Fair is a great opportunity for students and school district administrators to connect and engage about teaching opportunities at districts from around the nation. We expect districts from Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas, Utah, and various other national states interested in connecting with students from all majors interested in teaching in elementary and high school environments.

RSVP on Handshake: https://unm.joinhandshake.com/edu

GEO Hosts 2026 International Festival

The Global Education Office will host the International Festival tomorrow, April 16. This year's festivities include food prepared by international students from Nepal, Colombia, Japan, and India. This year's featured food trucks will be Sanchez Tacos, Bing Tea, Doner Kebab, and Michoacana Sanchez (ice cream and paleta). Performances will be from noon to 1 p.m. featuring student performances from India, China, and Georgia including an interactive bachata lesson!

Accessibility Resource Center Seeking Proctors

for Finals Week

Accessibility Resource Center is requesting volunteers to serve as proctors during finals week May 11-15, from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. There are several shift options available with seven proctors needed for each shift.

Proctors can sign up for multiple shifts and will be asked to arrive 15 before their shift to check and be trained if needed. Check in is at the Accessibility Resource Center front desk, Mesa Vista Hall Room 2021.

Please use the link below to sign up by Monday, April 20.

Applications Open for VPSA Leadership Interns

The Division of Student Affairs is seeking motivated students to apply for the Student Affairs Leadership Intern (SALI) position. This paid internship offers hands‑on professional experience within a collaborative office environment while supporting programs and services that enhance the UNM student experience.

SALI interns gain exposure to careers in Student Affairs, build transferable professional skills, contribute to assessment and reporting efforts, and have opportunities to develop and implement innovative ideas. This role is ideal for students interested in leadership development, graduate school preparation, and careers in higher education.

Apply here

Student Support Centers Announce Stoling Ceremonies for the Class of 2026

American Indian Student Services, El Centro de la Raza, African American Student Services, and the Asian American Pacific Islander Resource Center are excited to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of the Class of 2026.

We’d be grateful for your support in spreading the word to students so they can take advantage of these opportunities and be recognized for this meaningful educational milestone.

If students have any questions regarding the events, please direct them to connect with the appropriate centers.