Western New Mexico University Students Newspaper
Silver City NM- Western New Mexico University is home to many different schools of higher education. Among those is one school in particular; the School of Applied Technology. This is where students come to get certifications in trade positions such as welding, carpentry, and electrical. Not many people know about this exciting and exhilarating program,
Continue reading ➞ Meet the Students of the WNMU Applied Technology Program!
Am I the only one that’s tired of this election? I mean it’s been going on for what, ten years now? It definitely feels like it. It makes me wonder how long the winners actual presidency will seem. More importantly, I wonder how the nation will recover after this election. Regardless of who wins, America
Continue reading ➞ Editorial: Will America Recover from the 2016 Election?
Silver City, NM – The Department of Community and Workforce Development is one of the finest programs offered at Western New Mexico University, with four categories that can help students excel in the area of applied technologies. The program is divided into four different trades: Welding, Construction, Electrical, and Computer Technology. Each category offers one
Continue reading ➞ WNMU Applied Technology Programs Offer Opportunities for Students
Silver City, N.M. – Four forced turnovers and 337 passing yards helped the Western New Mexico University football team surge past Angelo State University for a 20-14 win last Saturday. With this win, the Mustangs snap their four game losing streak. They currently hold a 3-6 overall record and a 3-4 Lone Star Conference record.
Continue reading ➞ WNMU Snaps Four Game Losing Streak Against ASU
Silver City, N.M. – Despite a close second half score, the Western New Mexico University football team were unable to push past Fort Lewis College as they fell short, 52-14, in a non-conference play last Saturday. The Skyhawks dominated in the second half by outscoring the Mustangs 35-0. FLC also controlled many areas in the
Continue reading ➞ Skyhawks Second Half Performance Gives Win over Mustangs
Silver City, N.M. – The Western New Mexico University volleyball team put up a thrilling five set match against Texas A&M University-Kingsville Friday night but fell short 3-2 (25-17, 20-25, 25-19, 24-26, 10-15). Mustangs had a chance to win the match in the fourth set but the Javelinas fought back late to force a fifth
Continue reading ➞ Javelinas Pull Away in Five Set Thriller Over Mustangs
ASWNMU PUBLIC MEETING Thursday October 20th, 2016 I. THE ASWNMU open meeting was held in the Miller Library on the campus of Western New Mexico University on Thursday October 20th, 2016. Dylan Kester, ASWNMU Vice President, called the meeting to order at 8:31 a.m. II.Opening Ceremonies III. Roll call: Executive Officers present: President –
Continue reading ➞ ASWNMU Public Meeting Minutes for October 20th, 2016
Silver City, NM- Have you ever been or have been at risk of being dis-enrolled due to issues regarding your FAFSA? Don’t worry, there are steps you can take to prevent this from happening. First we need to understand why dis-enrollment happens. Dis-enrollment occurs when a students financial aid either isn’t secure or finalized. Sometimes
Silver City, NM- Rubber Ducks have taken over the campus! These tiny, yellow bath accessories have been placed in hiding spots all over the school as part of the WNMU Duck Hunt. Should a student find a duck, they are to bring it to the Life Lounge on the first floor of the Student Memorial
Continue reading ➞ Student Activities Sponsor WNMU Duck Hunt
Silver City, NM- State funding for higher education was cut by 2.5 percent this past January, with further cuts pending. Normally, something like this can mean some drastic changes for Universities. Other New Mexico Universities had to lay-off several employees, for instance. Fortunately, things at WNMU are stable. This is due to the foresight and
Continue reading ➞ Higher Education Cuts: What You Need to Know