Education

New Mexico Ranks No. 18 Nationally For Higher Education

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NMHED News:

SANTA FE — New Mexico continues to rise in national rankings for higher education, reaching No. 18 in the nation for 2026, reflecting the state’s continued investment in tuition-free college, student success initiatives and strategic efforts to strengthen higher education outcomes.

New Mexico gained two places overall in the U.S. News & World Report rankings compared to last year and ranked No. 2 in the nation for “low debt at graduation” and No. 8 for “low tuition and fees,” highlighting the state’s commitment to making higher education more affordable and accessible for Read More

Los Alamos Police Department & FBI To Host Community Presentation On Fraud & Scams Tuesday At Fuller Lodge

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LAPD News:

The Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) and the local FBI office will host a community presentation on common fraud and scams, with a special focus on elder fraud.

The presentation will be held from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 18, at Fuller Lodge in Los Alamos.

The event will be held in a town hall format, giving community members an opportunity to ask questions and discuss concerns about fraud and scams. A PowerPoint presentation will be used to help guide the discussion.

While elder fraud will be a primary focus, everyone is welcome to attend. Community members are encouraged to Read More

$20 Million To Build Navajo Code Talker Museum At Navajo Preparatory School

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IAD News:

FARMINGTON — The Navajo Code Talker Museum moves forward with nearly $20 million in state funding.

The museum will be built on the Navajo Preparatory School’s campus, on Navajo Nation land in Farmington. Funding will cover the museum construction and development of exhibits on the language and legacy of the Navajo Code Talkers.

“The United States owes the Navajo Code Talkers a tremendous debt—for their language, their courage and their heroic service to our state and nation,” Gov. Lujan Grisham said. “With two Code Talkers still living, there is no time to waste. New Mexico is proud Read More

Fr. Glenn: Wanting To Be Wanted

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By Fr. Glenn Jones:

I ran across a video the other day—apparently a clip from some movie or TV show in which a mixed race town hall was being conducted concerning some proposed civil rights legislation. A Ku Klux Klan guy was speaking and telling why he became the president of his local chapter. He remarked that he had been poor and of no importance, but then he joined the KKK and felt part of a community, participated as best he could, and soon rose to be president of his chapter. Then he really felt like somebody of worth—part of something bigger than himself. But then, at the end of the clip, because he Read More

Route 66 Centennial Traveling Exhibit Continues Statewide Tour With Expanded Experience Aug. 28-30 In Santa Fe

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NMHM News:

SANTA FE — After a successful run in several New Mexico locations, the popular “Route 66 Centennial Traveling Exhibit” (“Exhibit”) is heading to Santa Fe for a three-day event, Aug. 28-30, in partnership with the New Mexico History Museum (NMHM).

Since its opening in early 2026, the free Exhibit has expanded to now include a one-day only “Route 66 Recording Station” along with the preview of a new documentary, “Atomic Legacy on Route 66,” in addition to several hands-on activities.

“The response to our statewide tour has been very encouraging,” said Exhibit organizer and documentary Read More

Tickets Available To Eat Like A Bear At PEEC’s Dinner

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PEEC News:

Hungry like a bear? The annual Bear Dinner, 6-8:30 p.m., Aug. 28 at Fuller Lodge is your answer!

Hosted by Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) and Land of Enchantment Wildlife Foundation (LEWF), Bear Dinner begins with a talk by Dr. Kathleen Ramsay followed by dinner and drinks. There will be a variety of pizzas, pesto Alfredo pasta, berry salad, appetizers, dessert and herbal teas from Vigilante Pizza and a cash bar from Bathtub Brewing Co-op.

Tickets to this event are $60/general admission and $50/PEEC members. Purchase tickets online at peecnature.org or at the nature Read More

Family Strengths Network: New Teen Grief Support Group

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FSN News:

Family Strengths Network (FSN) has a new support group for teenagers experiencing grief and loss. Facilitated by Kristine Coblentz and Rumi Sauñe, this group offers a place for teens to process through games, art activities, journaling, connection, and sharing.

Meetings will be 6-7:30 p.m., the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month at Family Strengths Network at 3540 Orange St. The first meeting will be Aug. 20.

Registration is encouraged here.

About the facilitators:

Kristine Coblentz’s (she/her) experience includes working as a community educator, home visitor, youth mentor, Read More

Higher Education Department Concludes Statewide Capital Outlay Tours And Hearings 

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NMHED News:

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Higher Education Department has concluded its annual summer capital outlay tours and hearings, bringing together higher education leaders, state officials and members of the Higher Education Capital Outlay Committee to evaluate critical infrastructure needs at colleges and universities across the state. 

During the hearings, public colleges, universities, tribal colleges and special schools presented a combined $301.2 million state funding request in proposed capital projects to support modern learning environments, improve campus infrastructure, Read More

Co-existing With Wildlife In Los Alamos And White Rock

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Wildlife around the area. Courtesy/LAC

By ANGEL MENG
Student Intern
County Sustainability Office

Los Alamos has an abundant nature scene teeming with wildlife. Some of those animals include mule deer, black bears, bobcats, mountain lions, and more. You may have even seen some of these animals in your own backyards! While it can be both exciting and scary to live with all this wildlife, it is important to keep in mind that if you treat them with respect.

Have you ever wanted to feed the wildlife? When wild animals are fed foods outside their natural diet, they won’t get the nutrients they need Read More