Western New Mexico University Students Newspaper
Silver City, N.M.- Standing in front of an intimate crowd of about 50 people in Light Hall, slam poet Mercedez Holtry spoke about her life story and the issues facing us all through the art of spoken word poetry. From Albuquerque, New Mexico, Mercedez centers her poetry around her identity that is rooted in several
Continue reading ➞ F! Week: Mercedez Holtry Brings Down the House
Silver City, NM- Claudia Osuna sits in her student presidential office surrounded by papers, and busily looking at her computer screen at her latest barrage of e-mails. She wears a lovely, big wool sweater that envelopes her petite body, not only keeping her warm, but also looking quite stylish. The current Student President of ASWNMU
Silver City, NM- Vanessa Stroman’s background is one that has been rooted in the willingness to help others, and she has proven this time and time again within her history. With a Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy under her belt, she is currently the Coordinator of Career and Student Services in the Center for Student
Silver City, NM- On the heels of Black History Month coming to a close in 2017, and an entire month of events being held around campus, WNMU has officially launched a Black Student Union on campus. This organization is open for the general student population to join, but its main focus is on students that
Silver City, N.M.- The opening for the Student Juried Art Show was held at McCray Gallery today and there was plenty on display from the talented students of WNMU. From huge bronze pieces, to woven fabrics, oil paintings, and photography, there was just about every type of medium offered in classes at WNMU from students
Silver City, NM- The end is almost in site for Karina Marin. A Psychology major with a minor in chemical dependency, Karina came to Western from her home town of Orange Grove, California. She is currently in her last semester of her undergraduate career and had a lot to share from her accomplishments in her last
Silver City, NM- The Miller Library held an exhibit on Thursday for the Art From Within Exhibit done by inmates from the Grant County Detention Center right in Silver City. With plenty of assistance from the city, county, and local representatives of New Mexico government, the Inmate Support Program has been able to flourish inside
Continue reading ➞ Art From Within: Inmate Artists on Display
Silver City, NM-The Lady Mustangs had an exhilarating match against Eastern Arizona on Wednesday in their second home match hosted on the WNMU tennis courts. The Lady Mustangs came out on top 8-1, but not without some hassle from the visiting Gila Monsters. For doubles play, all three pairs won their matches. At No. 3
Continue reading ➞ Lady Mustangs Take Second Win Against Gila Monsters
Silver City, NM- Suzanne Donazetti was the latest artist to come to WNMU as a part of the Edwina and Charles Milner Women in the Arts lecture series. The 72-year old artist currently resides in Carrizozo, NM, but her mixed media works are featured in the Waxlander Gallery in Santa Fe, NM. A petite woman with
Continue reading ➞ Women in the Arts Lecture Series: Suzanne Donazetti
Silver City, NM- The Grammy-award winning artist George Winston played to a full house in Light Hall, showcasing his significant talents on the piano. Winston is a renowned pianist that has been playing for over 40 years, and has released ten solo albums throughout his career. He is most famously known for his recording of
Continue reading ➞ President’s Chamber Music Series Features Pianist George Winston