ASWNMU Public Meeting Minutes for November 4th, 2016

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ASWNMU PUBLIC MEETING November 4, 2016 I.  THE ASWNMU open meeting was held in on the Deming campus of Western New Mexico University on Friday, November 4, 2016. Dylan Kester, ASWNMU Vice President, called the meeting to order at 4:08 p.m.. II. Opening Ceremonies III. Roll call: Executive Officers present: President – Claudia Osuna Vice

Companion Animal Action Team Makes Sierra County A No-Kill Community

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Truth or Consequences, NM- Companion Animal Action Team (CAAT) is a small, non-profit group formed in 2014 to help promote the spay/neuter of pets and education of humane animal treatment. CAAT hosts low to no cost spay/neuter and shot clinics for residents of T. or C. and surrounding areas. They also host fundraising events such

The Curse is Lifted: Cubs Win First World Series in 108 years!

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Silver City, N.M. – The curse has finally been lifted after 108 years as the Chicago Cubs defeated the Cleveland Indians 8-7 in Game 7, making them the 2016 World Series Champions. Some Cubs fans blame the “Billy Goat” curse for never winning a World Series since 1908. This curse came about in 1945, when

Meet the Students of the WNMU Applied Technology Program!

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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,

Editorial: Will America Recover from the 2016 Election?

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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

WNMU Applied Technology Programs Offer Opportunities for Students

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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

WNMU Snaps Four Game Losing Streak Against ASU

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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.

Skyhawks Second Half Performance Gives Win over Mustangs

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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

Javelinas Pull Away in Five Set Thriller Over Mustangs

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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